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YO U ’LL STEP BACK IN TIME U PON ENTERING THESE HISTORIC CABARET VEN U ES W HICH SHOWCASE THE FINEST CABARET PERFORMERS IN THE WORLD

1. Moulin Rouge

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EN T E RTAI N I N G Established in 1889, the Moulin Rouge is one of the most famous live cabaret shows in the world and its iconic red windmills remain a xture of the Pigalle district’s nightlife scene. With can-can dancers immortalised in art by ToulouseLautrec and bawdy courtesans creating a scandal in Paris, today this historic dancehall boasts a seductive auditorium of red velvet and cabaret seating. Enjoy sparkling costumes, acrobatic dancing and classic can-can dancers during its evening cabaret performances. €€ 82 boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris +33 1 53 09 82 82 | moulinrouge.fr

I N STIT U TIO N Having rst opened in 1946, the famous stage at the Lido has attracted the world’s biggest stars, including Elvis Presley, Edith Piaf, Marlene Dietrich and Elton John. With a prominent location on the famous Champs-Élysées, this burlesque and cabaret show delivers a high-octane performance of amboyant costumes, eye-popping sets and over 70 artists gracing the stage; including the famous Bluebell Girls and the Lido Boy Dancers. e best seats in the house are the sultry red booths, where you can relax and indulge in the full experience by enjoying a pre-show dinner accompanied by Lido branded champagne. €€€€ 116 bis avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris +33 1 40 76 56 10 | lido.fr

3. Le Crazy Horse Paris

ICO N IC Created in 1951, this iconic Parisian cabaret is famous for its glamorous, barebreasted dancers dressed in sultry costumes and bathed in spectacular lighting e ects. Performing tightly choreographed numbers with extraordinary dexterity, Le Crazy Horse retains a sense of history whilst still keeping up with the times, with visiting guests such as Dita von Teese starring in the show. e latest show, Desirs, created by Philippe Decou é and Ali Mahdavi is based around the theme of La Femme, with sensual numbers that showcase impressive choreography and an impeccable attention to detail. e intimate subterranean cabaret venue is hidden away on Paris’s Avenue George V. Swathed in red velvet, Le Crazy Horse provides an intimate setting for this kitsch yet captivating show. 12 avenue George V, 75008 Paris +33 1 47 23 32 32 | lecrazyhorseparis.com

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