Krazy Kruizers Posted March 17, 2009 #1 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Holland America Line's New “Showroom at Sea” Debuts with Innovative Musical Repertory Company New Venue Raises Bar for Cruise Line Entertainment Seattle, WA, March 16, 2009 - Holland America Line will introduce a new concept in shipboard entertainment with its first “Showroom at Sea” in May, 2009. An innovative musical repertory company consisting of seasoned Broadway performers will be the centerpiece of an exciting new entertainment lineup. Created in partnership with Stiletto Entertainment, producers of Emmy award winning TV shows and concert tours, the new programming debuts on the Veendam in May as part of Holland America Line’s Signature of Excellence enhancements. The Showroom at Sea, a modern-day take on the classic nightclub, will feature state of the art technology and a different show and themed environment nightly. Comprised of cast members with credits such as Les Miserables and Rent on Broadway, National Tours of Mamma Mia and performances with the Tokyo Philharmonic, the shows include “Street Singin’,” “Encore,” “Live from the Stardust Lounge,” and “Bob Mackie’s Broadway.” “We are always seeking to deliver increasingly innovative entertainment for our guests,” said Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. “Guests will be wowed by this fresh approach to entertainment and the complete transformation of the showroom.” The Showroom at Sea is a completely redesigned main stage that features a seamless transition between the room and the stage, with all new seating and an enlarged dance floor enabling guests to combine cocktails, dancing and a show. A new sound system, enhanced lighting, and state of the art video projections transport guests into diverse environments as scenery and décor leap off the stage and into the seats. Each evening features unique drink menus and table settings. The room showcases non-stop variety as a different combination of the repertory company and musicians perform each night. From four vocalists singing pop/rock on the street corner, to two classical vocalists backed by a lavish 14-piece orchestra, to an evening at a fictitious Vegas nightclub hosted by the resident comedian, each night reveals an exciting new production. For additional information, consult a professional travel agent, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit www.hollandamerica.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ore-ee-gun Posted March 17, 2009 #2 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Wow - this sounds great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted March 17, 2009 Author #3 Share Posted March 17, 2009 HAL does need to get some new entertainment and I also think it sounds great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Ellen Posted March 17, 2009 #4 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Sounds promising. I look forward to seeing this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobpatj Posted March 17, 2009 #5 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Will this be happening on only the S class and Rotterdam, as they have their major renovations? The idea sounds great to me, too. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted March 17, 2009 #6 Share Posted March 17, 2009 A girl could get interested. Hope the sound system will be set to something less than deafening, though. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gentlemancruiser Posted March 17, 2009 #7 Share Posted March 17, 2009 a girl could get interested. Hope the sound system will be set to something less than deafening, though. ;) whhhaaattt did she say???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimVrhovac Posted March 17, 2009 #8 Share Posted March 17, 2009 We are on the irst cruise out of drydock so will let everyone know our opinion of the new setup. Ruth & Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sage Posted March 17, 2009 #9 Share Posted March 17, 2009 This sounds most interesting. I'm looking forward to hearing comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising-along Posted March 17, 2009 #10 Share Posted March 17, 2009 This sounds like something I would really like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakalina Posted March 17, 2009 #11 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Street Singin' and Bob Mackie's Broadway have been done for ages now as a regular cast show. I hope they update the material a bit more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir PMP Posted March 17, 2009 #12 Share Posted March 17, 2009 sounds like different words for the same old stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koshlong Posted March 17, 2009 #13 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Which ships? Timeline? This sounds really interesting.........but inquiring minds would like to know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDHALFAN Posted March 18, 2009 #14 Share Posted March 18, 2009 sounds like different words for the same old stuff! Oh I hope that you are wrong in your assumption. I would love to go to an interesting show but I'm afraid that I usually skip the shows - they are just not that entertaining, and I have to echo (no pun intended) Ruth's remark that the shows can be deafening at times. You and I Sir PMP will be on the same cruise, I believe, in January of 2010 - maybe we will get lucky as far as new and entertaining shows go. Valerie:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bepsf Posted March 18, 2009 #15 Share Posted March 18, 2009 "Bob Mackie's Broadway"? What show is this - the musical story of a dress designer who's known for his work in countless films and television shows trying to come up with costumes for two Broadway shows? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhannah Posted March 18, 2009 #16 Share Posted March 18, 2009 This does sound interesting. I'd love to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCF Posted March 18, 2009 #17 Share Posted March 18, 2009 We had , "Street Sing'n" on the Veendam last October!!??!! Not sure what is "new" about that? It was an OK show...but not much more than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LAFFNVEGAS Posted March 18, 2009 #18 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Yes, I have got to say that I am intrigued :) I cannot wait to hear from those like Jim and Ruth who will be some of the first to get to see this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir PMP Posted March 18, 2009 #19 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Oh I hope that you are wrong in your assumption. I would love to go to an interesting show but I'm afraid that I usually skip the shows - they are just not that entertaining, and I have to echo (no pun intended) Ruth's remark that the shows can be deafening at times. You and I Sir PMP will be on the same cruise, I believe, in January of 2010 - maybe we will get lucky as far as new and entertaining shows go. Valerie:) Yes, baby, Jan 4, I'll be on it, so we'll see what will happen...;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamaracboy Posted March 18, 2009 #20 Share Posted March 18, 2009 A girl could get interested. Hope the sound system will be set to something less than deafening, though. ;) Ruth, Why, oh why hasn't Seattle gotten the idea that they should hire you and make you in charge of something ?? :rolleyes: Do they at least call you and ask BEFORE they make any changes ??? :confused: They could same themselves sooooooo much grief ! ;) r. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the2ofus Posted March 18, 2009 #21 Share Posted March 18, 2009 My son works for the company that is installing this new concept. He's very enthused about it. They have built stuff for other cruise lines but this is their first for HAL. I'm looking forward to seeing it. Ruth, I'm with you on the loudness thing. It takes a really talented sound designer to provide sound that is clearly audible. Just increasing the decibels doesn't improve anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themerle Posted March 19, 2009 #22 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I usually enjoy the shows but I haven't on HAL. I'm looking forward to the comments on this new concept! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DFD1 Posted March 19, 2009 #23 Share Posted March 19, 2009 GREAT! It's about time. I hope it works and I can't wait to see it. On the other hand, I'll have to see it to believe it! HAL has needed to take a new look at those lounge shows for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricia724 Posted March 19, 2009 #24 Share Posted March 19, 2009 I like the part about the "all new seating." I hope that means they will get rid of those straight-backed chairs on the main floor in the show lounges. I don't like to sit on them and don't like it when someone tall sits on them in front of me and blocks my view. I hope it really means "new" seating....and not just new chairs and couches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldog Posted March 20, 2009 #25 Share Posted March 20, 2009 I'm leery about the "projections". Sounds to me like it will be more canned stuff and less live. But I would be sincerely happy if they design some shows that don't shine lights into my eyes! I got very tired of the smoke machine every night too. It got to be laughable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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