David Rowlinson

My Kind of Cruise

Cruising into the Spotlight: the Amazing Theatre Shows on Cruises

Did you know cruise lines offer a diverse array of theatre shows and live entertainment to make the onboard experience you more interesting? Here are some notable examples from the cruise lines you can book with through our app and website:

Royal Caribbean, one of the cruise lines available to book with through our app, is renowned for its Broadway-style productions. They feature full-length performances of acclaimed musicals - for example, their Oasis of the Seas cruise showcases "Cats", delivering a complete West End and Broadway experience at sea! Additionally, they also offer original productions like "Flight", "Piano Man", and "Gallery of Dreams", as well as spectacular showcases of acrobatics and high-dives at the open-air AquaTheater. Really worth seeing - you won't be dissappointed.

Norwegian Cruise Line, in turn, provide a variety of entertainment options, including Broadway-style shows. "The Choir of Man" a British musical set in a traditional pub, is performed on the Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Encore cruises. This particular show features a - watch out for that - working on-stage bar, and a cast of nine multi-instrumentalist singers performing well-known pop and rock songs. Other productions across the fleet include "Jersey Boys" and "Footloose", offering diverse entertainment for guests.

Disney Cruise Line, living up to their brand, bring beloved stories to life with Broadway-caliber performances. The Disney Magic features iconic titles like "Tangled: The Musical", while the Disney Dream offers "Beauty and the Beast" that you can enjoy while sailing the high seas. These productions are known for their elaborate sets, costumes, and special effects, all true to the Disney brand, all providing magical experiences for guests of all ages.

Worth mentioning are also MSC Cruises: they have partnered with the famous Cirque du Soleil to create exclusive shows under the “Cirque du Soleil at Sea” banner - an exclusive experience that is only available on MSC's cruises. These avant-garde performances blend acrobatics, dance, and live music, and offer an immersive experiences in innovative theatre spaces designed specifically for these shows.

Finally, Princess Cruises also offer a variety of theatre shows, including original productions like "The Secret Silk", created in collaboration with award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz. Cruise guests have the opportunity to enjoy high-quality performances that feature talented singers and dancers in the Princess Theater.

Please note: entertainment offerings, including theatre shows, can vary by itinerary, trip, season and the particular ship, and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, we advise you to check with the cruise line directly, or to consult the daily program provided onboard during your cruise.