Sarah Engels achieves musical stardom
Singer Sarah Engels is set to make a dramatic return to the stage, taking on the leading role in the musical 'Moulin Rouge!' in Cologne, beginning November 13. The news has sent waves of excitement through the theatre community, as Engels prepares to step into the iconic role of Satine.
Engels, a family-oriented person, has had to balance her personal life with the demands of auditioning for the creative team for the role. Her dedication and talent paid off, as she was chosen to portray Satine, a woman who loves the stage but also faces the darker sides of show business.
The musical, based on the 2001 film of the same name, starred Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. Engels is no stranger to the spotlight, having first gained fame through the RTL casting show 'Deutschland sucht den Superstar' (DSDS). Since then, she has released her own music and participated in various TV formats such as 'Let's Dance', 'The Masked Singer', and 'Dancing on Ice'.
However, this new role presents a unique challenge for Engels. Not only will she be singing and dancing, but she will also be acting and navigating the complexities of theatre. Engels has revealed that this is a new experience for her, and she finds the mental aspect of the new musical job demanding.
In preparation for the opulent costumes of 'Moulin Rouge!', including wearing a corset for the role, Engels is filling 1,000 new drawers with information about text, music, dance, and choreography for the musical. Singing in the corset requires less air due to the tight fit, but Engels is undeterred, determined to deliver a captivating performance.
Some key members of the production are based in New York on Broadway and are not familiar with Sarah Engels. Despite this, Engels was engaged for her debut in the musical 'Moulin Rouge!' in Cologne by the creative team of the production, which includes key personnel from the Broadway production in New York. The search results do not specify a particular acting troupe or company name.
Engels will perform in 15 shows of 'Moulin Rouge!', playing the character of Satine. The role requires a significant amount of stage time and a range of acting and singing skills. Engels is not sure if she could perform in multiple shows a day and evening performances permanently due to her family commitments.
Engels was previously married to singer Pietro Lombardi from 2013 to 2019, whom she met on DSDS. He is the father of her first son. In 2021, Engels had a daughter with her new husband Julian. Balancing her family life and her career will undoubtedly be a challenge, but Engels is determined to make it work.
As the countdown to November 13 begins, theatre-goers in Cologne are eagerly awaiting Engels' debut in 'Moulin Rouge!'. With her talent, determination, and love for her family, Engels is set to deliver a performance that will be remembered for years to come.
