New headliner shows anchor an expanded slate
of entertainment offerings fleetwide
SEATTLE, April 11,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is adding to its award-winning
entertainment lineup with the introduction of several new mainstage
experiences in 2024. Four new shows will put a fresh spin on the
classic cruise production format. Additional new productions
tailored to various regions will provide a variety of performances
focusing on the local culture where ships are cruising.
Beyond the mainstage, Holland America Line is adding Rolling
Stone Lounge to more ships and enhancing its popular Billboard
Onboard music experience.
"Over the past several years we've built one of the strongest
entertainment experiences at sea, working with world-class
musicians and dancers," said Bill
Prince, vice president of entertainment and enrichment.
"Adding these new theater experiences continues to build on our
momentum."
Beginning in February 2024, the
cruise line is set to debut four shows reuniting singing and
dancing in a new mainstage experience. These concert-style
productions are fronted by three multi-talented headliners, who
will be supported by an ensemble of singers and dancers. The new
shows are:
- "Song & Dance": Set on a studio backlot, two
leading men front a concert of musical numbers from Broadway,
Hollywood and more.
- "Class Act": Las Vegas goes to sea in this
elaborate production, celebrating iconic female performers of the
concert and nightclub stage.
- "All That!": Be a part of our studio audience as we
present our take on the classic TV variety shows of the '60s, '70s
and '80s. Headliners share the spotlight combining singing, dancing
and a bit of comedy.
- "Hey, Mr. DJ": Iconic radio DJs introduce songs
from the '60s through today in this concert of pop hits.
These new shows will be the anchor for entertainment
programming. They debuted on Eurodam in February 2024, followed by Rotterdam, Zuiderdam and Nieuw Statendam by
the end of June with more ships to follow.
Complementing the new shows on the mainstage, Holland America
Line is featuring productions specific to each region so guests
will experience a different lineup when they cruise in Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, South
America and other areas around the world.
Unique Programming for Specific Regions
Caribbean cruises on Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Eurodam will
feature the unique orchestral steel drum concerts of Island
Magic playing a versatile repertoire ranging from traditional
island sounds to unique versions of classical and pop songs.
Cruises to Canada and New England
on Volendam and Zuiderdam will introduce the new show Breton
Thunder, an authentic Nova
Scotia music experience highlighting the area's European
roots. Sailings on Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam and Zuiderdam in Europe will feature classical string music
with the Chordial Chamber Trio and Pantheon, a
dynamic group of European tenors.
Alaska cruises will continue to
feature the elite members of the Step One Dance
Company, who blend innovative choreography with artistic video
projection to create truly immersive experiences. Major
Fourth will also take the stage with four singers delivering
impactful harmonies that cover all genres and decades. Sailings in
Alaska will also feature a new
program called Destination: Alaska. This show is aimed at getting
guests excited about the destination and will highlight shore
excursions they can book to make the most of their cruise.
Rolling Stone Lounge, which showcases a seven-piece band
playing everything from rock to pop to R&B, was added to
Eurodam and Nieuw Amsterdam in December
2023. The music venue has already been a staple on board
Noordam, Oosterdam, Zuiderdam and Westerdam. Billboard
Onboard will embrace an updated piano bar concept through the
lens of Billboard's chart-topping hits, with a different music
theme each evening. B.B. King's Blues Club continues to be
the centerpiece of the music scene on Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam
and Rotterdam. Meanwhile, a live,
classical music trio will be featured on select European voyages on
the mainstage, and on Grand and Legendary Voyages in the Explorer's
Lounge.
Entertainment offerings vary by ship depending on the length of
the cruise and destination of the ship.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult
a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or
visit hollandamerica.com.
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Blog. You can also access all social media outlets via the
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About Holland America Line [a division of
Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line has been
exploring the world for 150 years with expertly crafted
itineraries, extraordinary service and genuine connections to the
destinations. Offering an ideal perfectly-sized ship experience,
its fleet visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world
and has shared the thrill of Alaska for 75 years — longer than any other
cruise line. Holland America Line's
11 vessels feature a diverse range of enriching activities and
amenities focused on destination immersion and personalized travel.
Guests enjoy the best entertainment at sea each evening and dining
venues featuring exclusive dishes by world-famous chefs. A new
global fresh fish program brings more than 80 types of fresh fish
on board, sourced and served locally in regions around the
world.
CONTACT:
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Bill Zucker
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PHONE:
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800-637-5029
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EMAIL:
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pr@hollandamerica.com
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