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l reason why it shut down the very same year it first opened.I had such a strong desire to write my book, because I connected with the story on so many levels; as a black person, as a creative person and as a human being.All I could think about was what a symbol of pride the Moulin Rouge must have been to black people back then, especially to black entertainers.Those legendary singers and performers were constantly demeaned at the white casinos on the Strip.They were demeaned as artists, by the way they were treated directly following the outstanding performances they gave. But more than that, they were demeaned as human beings.That’s how I knew that the Moulin Rouge had to be a symbol of pride to them, and they saw it as the beginning of change. II can only imagine what that must have felt like to them.<figure id="02dd"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/1*XlH7tP2m8K-dk4Wwvo8Big.jpeg"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><h1 id="92e9">About the Moulin Rouge Book</h1>My book was written in a light tone, and doesn’t attempt to tackle the weighty issue of discrimination and all the nasty activities that result from it.What I wanted to do instead, is create a situation that would allow me to bring my readers back to 1955, and inside the casino to witness the shows firsthand.The book is about a writer named April, who goes on a weekend trip to Las Vegas, to collect research for a book she’s writing about the Moulin Rouge.So I use the April character in the story, to convey my own feelings and desire about the topic, and show a strong determination, JUST to make more people aware of the story.The fictional scenario that April finds herself in when she first arrives in Las Vegas, is really just a chain of incidents, that give me an opportunity to weave in all the historic facts that I’ve learned about the Moulin Rouge.Then, later in the book, something happens, and April ends up taking a journey back to 1955, and that is where I was able to create a visual picture so r

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eaders experience the Moulin Rouge, exactly like it was.<blockquote id="821e">“In Lights Out at the Moulin Rouge“, I wanted more than anything, to emphasize how performing and working at the Moulin Rouge was a sharp contrast to the Strip casinos for blacks.</blockquote>I also wanted to make readers picture in their minds, the splendor and elegance of the décor that was patterned after the Paris Moulin Rouge.As you can see by now, I really wanted to highlight all the positive feelings and the pride that black people had for the Moulin Rouge.<figure id="b790"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/1*XlH7tP2m8K-dk4Wwvo8Big.jpeg"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><h1 id="da7c">Final Thoughts</h1>Now, my Moulin Rouge novel is in the Amazon marketplace, drawing dust from sitting on the shelf, with a definite lack of visibility.One thing I did to help draw attention to the story and to the book, was engage in a 3-part podcast, and I’ve provided the first two sessions below. I also have an upcoming Zoom Movie about the Moulin Rouge, so be sure to FOLLOW ME and SUBSCRIBE so you can be alerted when the movie is available.It’s my hope that after you all finish reading this story about the Las Vegas 1955 Moulin Rouge, all of you reading this will go 3 steps further and:<ul><li>Listen to the first 2 podcasts (links provided below)</li><li>Go over to Amazon and buy the novel</li><li>Leave an honest book review on Amazon after reading and purchasing the book.</li></ul><figure id="0901"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/1*PXlZI4qrB8DNttHImAeTmA.jpeg"><figcaption>Screen Shot: Justiss Woode [<a href="https://bit.ly/3d38fHX">CLICK HERE TO VIEW PODCAST</a>]</figcaption></figure><figure id="63d5"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/1*XlH7tP2m8K-dk4Wwvo8Big.jpeg"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>IF YOU LIKE MY VOICE and the stories I share, please do me the honors and:FOLLOW | RESPOND | SUBSCRIBEHERE’S A FREE WAY TO: <a href="https://www.lnk.xyz/SJQov6i9d">promote your Medium Stories automatically</a></article></body>

Black Like Me Publication Highlights the 1955 Las Vegas Moulin Rouge

Have you heard about the historic 1955, first integrated casino on Bonanza Road in Las Vegas?

Today I’m excited to share a story in the Black Like Me publication, about something that’s near and dear to my heart. That something is the story of 1955 Las Vegas Moulin Rouge Casino and Hotel.

This casino had a short life span of about six months, but in that time it was a hot bed of fast and fun times. It was so popular with it’s after hours shows and legendary performers, no one is able to fully comprehend what led to the closure.

If you agree that this sounds like an intriguing piece of history, stick around while I share some really good news with you about the story.

About the Moulin Rouge Casino

Not only is this an intriguing story and little known piece of black history, but the story is also one that I have personally written a book on. My novel is called “Lights Out at the Moulin Rouge” and it’s available on Amazon.com

I removed the book from Amazon’s shelf for a period of time, so I could offer it free in other places. Now, since I’ve republished it there, the inactivity on the product has caused Amazon to slap a negative 2 star rating on it, so in all honesty, the book could really use some reader support and HONEST reviews that contain an actual comment.

“Now, picture black legends like Sammy Davis Jr., Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and others, all performing and raking in the crowds, night after night.”

The thought of it has kept me in awe, and wondering what it must have been like to be there, or even to work there.

I’ve been fascinated with the story, ever since I first heard about it in 2007. Over the years, there has been controversy about the real reason why it shut down the very same year it first opened.

I had such a strong desire to write my book, because I connected with the story on so many levels; as a black person, as a creative person and as a human being.

All I could think about was what a symbol of pride the Moulin Rouge must have been to black people back then, especially to black entertainers.

Those legendary singers and performers were constantly demeaned at the white casinos on the Strip.

They were demeaned as artists, by the way they were treated directly following the outstanding performances they gave. But more than that, they were demeaned as human beings.

That’s how I knew that the Moulin Rouge had to be a symbol of pride to them, and they saw it as the beginning of change. II can only imagine what that must have felt like to them.

About the Moulin Rouge Book

My book was written in a light tone, and doesn’t attempt to tackle the weighty issue of discrimination and all the nasty activities that result from it.

What I wanted to do instead, is create a situation that would allow me to bring my readers back to 1955, and inside the casino to witness the shows firsthand.

The book is about a writer named April, who goes on a weekend trip to Las Vegas, to collect research for a book she’s writing about the Moulin Rouge.

So I use the April character in the story, to convey my own feelings and desire about the topic, and show a strong determination, JUST to make more people aware of the story.

The fictional scenario that April finds herself in when she first arrives in Las Vegas, is really just a chain of incidents, that give me an opportunity to weave in all the historic facts that I’ve learned about the Moulin Rouge.

Then, later in the book, something happens, and April ends up taking a journey back to 1955, and that is where I was able to create a visual picture so readers experience the Moulin Rouge, exactly like it was.

“In Lights Out at the Moulin Rouge“, I wanted more than anything, to emphasize how performing and working at the Moulin Rouge was a sharp contrast to the Strip casinos for blacks.

I also wanted to make readers picture in their minds, the splendor and elegance of the décor that was patterned after the Paris Moulin Rouge.

As you can see by now, I really wanted to highlight all the positive feelings and the pride that black people had for the Moulin Rouge.

Final Thoughts

Now, my Moulin Rouge novel is in the Amazon marketplace, drawing dust from sitting on the shelf, with a definite lack of visibility.

One thing I did to help draw attention to the story and to the book, was engage in a 3-part podcast, and I’ve provided the first two sessions below. I also have an upcoming Zoom Movie about the Moulin Rouge, so be sure to FOLLOW ME and SUBSCRIBE so you can be alerted when the movie is available.

It’s my hope that after you all finish reading this story about the Las Vegas 1955 Moulin Rouge, all of you reading this will go 3 steps further and:

Listen to the first 2 podcasts (links provided below)
Go over to Amazon and buy the novel
Leave an honest book review on Amazon after reading and purchasing the book.

Screen Shot: Justiss Woode [CLICK HERE TO VIEW PODCAST]

IF YOU LIKE MY VOICE and the stories I share, please do me the honors and:

FOLLOW | RESPOND | SUBSCRIBE

HERE’S A FREE WAY TO: promote your Medium Stories automatically