luv2zdworld Posted February 14, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 14, 2014 We are sailing Oasis on November 29th. I was able to reserve all our shows this past Saturday, and reserved Hairspray for the first night (Saturday) on board. I have a feeling I had read something about booking shows on the first night, but with the Search function not working have not been able to confirm if the first night is a good choice. Opininons? Ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leisuretraveler223 Posted February 14, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 14, 2014 We are sailing Oasis on November 29th. I was able to reserve all our shows this past Saturday, and reserved Hairspray for the first night (Saturday) on board. I have a feeling I had read something about booking shows on the first night, but with the Search function not working have not been able to confirm if the first night is a good choice. Opininons? Ideas? You were able to book your shows 9 1/2 months out? That sounds a bit off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedHeadTexan Posted February 14, 2014 #3 Share Posted February 14, 2014 You were able to book your shows 9 1/2 months out? That sounds a bit off! We are on the same cruise and were able to book the shows as well. I was surprised it was open this early. I am curious to the opinions as well since we also booked Hairspray for the first night. Lisa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Familygoboston Posted February 15, 2014 #4 Share Posted February 15, 2014 What you might have read is that some people who book it late on the first day felt tired (especially if they had flown in that morning) because it's a long show 90 minutes without an intermission. Other people describe just not having the attention span for a Broadway show, period. But I thought it was a very lively, upbeat show and even though we saw it another day, if you like Broadway shows generally and don't get bored at them, it will certainly hold your attention! Another consideration is that it will take 2 hours (with getting to theater and waiting before curtain) of your first night, and some folks are so excited about exploring, that they would rather explore the ship for more time the first night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janetz Posted February 15, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 15, 2014 (edited) We planned hairspray the first night. It was fine. We were tired but excited also. It was a great show.:D Edited February 15, 2014 by janetz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2zdworld Posted February 15, 2014 Author #6 Share Posted February 15, 2014 You were able to book your shows 9 1/2 months out? That sounds a bit off! I went to check it last Saturday, after reading from another CC member who is sailing in December who was already able to reserve his shows. Otherwise I would not have checked it out this early. What you might have read is that some people who book it late on the first day felt tired (especially if they had flown in that morning) because it's a long show 90 minutes without an intermission. Familygoboston, this is always a concern for me, as I usually fall asleep around show time anyways. I think we have been in 1 cruise where I was able to watch all the shows from beginning to end. :p But I am used to this. I am planning to flight the day before so hopefully I will be well rested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted February 15, 2014 #7 Share Posted February 15, 2014 Dec. Is open for booking also Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janetz Posted February 15, 2014 #8 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I went to check it last Saturday, after reading from another CC member who is sailing in December who was already able to reserve his shows. Otherwise I would not have checked it out this early. Familygoboston, this is always a concern for me, as I usually fall asleep around show time anyways. I think we have been in 1 cruise where I was able to watch all the shows from beginning to end. :p But I am used to this. I am planning to flight the day before so hopefully I will be well rested. Power nap...;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gayle V Posted February 15, 2014 #9 Share Posted February 15, 2014 I think Janetz has the best idea. We booked Chicago for the first night on the Allure, and I was nodding off a bit. Didn't want to do the same thing for Hairspray when we cruise the Oasis this November, but after looking at the schedule for Hairspray for our cruise, we were back to choosing the first night again. (Only options for Hairspray were 8:45 the first night, 2:30pm on the first sea day, or 10:30 pm that night.) I intend to fit in a short nap right before dinner, so I can stay awake this time. I also think I'll try to get to sleep early when we're at the hotel the night before. (That's the plan, anyway) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmuller328 Posted February 15, 2014 #10 Share Posted February 15, 2014 We're sailing in 4 weeks & have booked the 8:45 Hairspray show for the 1st night- will let you know how it goes. We're a mixed family group- teens through 77 yo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenninlaca Posted February 15, 2014 #11 Share Posted February 15, 2014 Can anyone comment on whether Hairspray on Oasis would be a good choice for kids? I was not sure if it would hold their attention or be appropriate. My boys are 9 and 5. They generally like music and shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCT61 Posted February 15, 2014 #12 Share Posted February 15, 2014 We saw it the first night and had no problems. It was a great way to kick off the cruise. One of the best performances we've seen on a ship. Great start to a GREAT cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janetz Posted February 15, 2014 #13 Share Posted February 15, 2014 (edited) I think Janetz has the best idea. We booked Chicago for the first night on the Allure, and I was nodding off a bit. Didn't want to do the same thing for Hairspray when we cruise the Oasis this November, but after looking at the schedule for Hairspray for our cruise, we were back to choosing the first night again. (Only options for Hairspray were 8:45 the first night, 2:30pm on the first sea day, or 10:30 pm that night.) I intend to fit in a short nap right before dinner, so I can stay awake this time. I also think I'll try to get to sleep early when we're at the hotel the night before. (That's the plan, anyway) I am always up early in the morning so in order for me to stay UP, I need to power nap daily, if I can. Right around 4 pm is good.:p Edited February 15, 2014 by janetz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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