“Upon entering Chateau Neuf, the theme of love for sale is immediately evident. The dazzling nightclub set, designed by Takis, is a breathtaking nest of gold painted art nouveau staircases, red curtains, and oversized hand painted stage curtain, bathed in shades of pink and red.” — Broadway World
“Oh my god, those sets! The spinning mill, the satin elephant, the atmosphere of Paris and all the small details, which were millions. I don’t understand how something so incredible has been built in such a short time.” — Mou Mou
“The fairy-tale costumes (Astrid Lynge Ottonen) and the set (takis) brought a visual treat.” — Uusi Suomi
“A musical, visual and scenographic fireworks display without any noise. Not a foot is put wrong or an unclean note is sung.” — Politiken
This musical theatre production of Moulin Rouge was presented at China Teatern in Stockholm, Sweden in 2023, featuring music by Justin Levine.
takis served as Set Designer for this spectacular production, working alongside costume designer Astrid Lynge Ottosen. Under the direction of Anders Albien, the design created the iconic Parisian cabaret atmosphere of the Moulin Rouge with bold theatrical staging. The production featured extensive choreography by J. Widegren, Z. Odelståhl, K. McDonald, and A. Gaardbo, with lighting by Palle Palmé and Ulrik Gad.
With a large ensemble cast including Marsha Songcome as Satine and Andreas Wijk as Christian, this production brought the glamour and energy of Belle Époque Paris to the Swedish stage. View the complete gallery of production images above.