At the moment, there is no information about Riccardo Greco Partners. We will look at his recent project and how prepared he is. Under Perrin Manzer Allen’s scholarship, Riccardo Greco trained at the Joop van den Ende Academy in Hamburg.
His first commitment brought him to Berlin, where he appeared in several films, including MAMMA MIA, as Sky. Due to his work, 35-year-old Riccardo Greco has relocated 32 times throughout his lifetime.
As “Christian” in the popular show “Moulin Rouge,” the 35-year-old musical actor has entertained audiences at the Cologne Musical Dome since November 2022.
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This musical production is the most intricate that Cologne has ever seen. On November 6, “Moulin Rouge” celebrates its German premiere at the Musical Dome. For this reason, the blue theater tent was transformed into an opulent Paris nightclub, a dream of red, velvet, and festivity that was brightly lit.
Additionally, the stage technology was entirely updated. The new work will receive a total investment of almost 20 million euros from the organizer. Mehr-BB Entertainment.
Düsseldorf’s Capitol Theater is presently the site of rehearsals. The two lead performers, Riccardo Greco and Sophie Berner, are positioned in the center of everything. “There is a lot of expectation. We’ve simply been practicing the last song.
The run-throughs will happen, and the Musical Dome will host the final rehearsals shortly. Now, it’s all about important, tiny things; flawless timing is crucial for this piece. Greco says, “You have always to know exactly where you are on stage.”
A Real Challenge for the Actors
The fact that there is still time before the first previews begin on October 18th makes his colleague delighted. “You must pay close attention to many things in this huge, detailed display.
This includes several rapid costume changes as well as the bridge that leads into the center of the audience. This puts a lot of pressure on an actor. However, I’m excited for it to begin at last,” Berner says.
The musical itself is set in 1899 in Paris. Christian, a young writer, develops feelings for Satine, the star of the storied Moulin Rouge nightclub. But when the powerful Duke of Monroth enters the picture, their love is tragically put to the test.
He claims Satine, the nightclub’s “shining diamond,” wants to take over the failing business. Christian puts on a musical extravaganza to save the Moulin Rouge and his great love, working with club owner Harold Zidler and glamorous bohemians like fiery tango dancer Santiago and genius painter Toulouse-Lautrec.
Christian is a Free Spirit, Satine is a Fighter
“Christian, with whom I perform, adores people, life, and music. He has an open mind and only finds beauty in everything. It’s an intensely demanding role that can be both thrilling and heartbreaking. It’s really difficult for me, especially when speaking.
I must scream through despair and rage because I sing so high. Greco says, “I usually take Christian home with me. You have to immerse yourself in the role fully.” Greco performed at “We Will Rock You” in Cologne in January.
Additionally demanding is the female lead, Satine: “She’s a disturbed individual. She has known what it’s like to live on the streets when affection is scarce. But she’s a warrior, a strong individual. She abandons her real love and travels with the Duke out of duty to the Moulin Rouge.
This is a tear-jerking and highly emotional role. Not everything in musicals is pleasant all the time. As an actress, that means I must be brave enough to give this part my all and give myself over to it,” Berner explains.
Looking Forward to the Time in Cologne
They are both quite excited about their stay in Cologne. “I was raised in the Westerwald. We visited Cologne to shop. It was there that I saw “We Will Rock You,” my first musical as a child. It has always been my dream to take the stage personally. I’m glad to be here with Moulin Rouge for the next two years.
An extension would make me very delighted. It’s also fantastic that you are traveling to Cologne with your partner, who is in charge of the evening game. There is an apartment that we have previously rented. In our line of work, it’s uncommon to have a shared pattern in one location, according to Greco.
Even though many people think that Berner is from Cologne, this is Berner’s first time performing live in Cologne. I have nothing but praise for this city. I have friends in Cologne, and I enjoy going there. I enjoy people’s mindsets,” the Berlin-based musical actress born in Munich explains.
