LovetoCruise87 Posted June 21 Report Share Posted June 21 1 hour ago, CruizIan said: No brainer for me: Favorite - Chicago on Allure Least - Cats on Oasis But looking forward to everything on Symphony in 2 weeks. I would love to see Chicago! CruizIan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan kantor Posted June 21 Report Share Posted June 21 1 hour ago, LovetoCruise87 said: I would love to see Chicago! I agree. My favorite hands down was Chicago on Allure. Least favorite Cats on Oasis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted June 21 Report Share Posted June 21 I love Abba but Mamma Mia was boring and just weird an Allure. I would have to say my favorites are the Aqua shows and I got a feeling the Effectors will rank high when I sail Odyssey and Wonder. Least favorites are usually the Headliners, they aren't usually as entertaining as I would like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 22 Author Report Share Posted June 22 I've asked a few of the main theater performers about their career(s). It's interesting to note that many of them are actually Broadway performers in between gigs. I've also heard some passengers say that they are B, C, ..... rated entertainers that come from community theaters. While both may be true, I have always been impressed with the majority of the entertainers. I think, although I'm not a trained entertainment critique, I can spot the entertainers that are in between gigs from Broadway vs Community Theater. Either way, I appreciate their effort and enjoy most of their individual performance, regardless of the show. SpicyCherry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jersey Judie Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 Favorite: We Will Rock You On Anthem and Beatlemania(about 10 years ago and don't remember what ship! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpicyCherry Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 13 minutes ago, Suite Snob said: I've asked a few of the main theater performers about their career(s). It's interesting to note that many of them are actually Broadway performers in between gigs. I've also heard some passengers say that they are B, C, ..... rated entertainers that come from community theaters. While both may be true, I have always been impressed with the majority of the entertainers. I think, although I'm not a trained entertainment critique, I can spot the entertainers that are in between gigs from Broadway vs Community Theater. Either way, I appreciate their effort and enjoy most of their individual performance, regardless of the show. I agree the performers work very hard….on Symphony we had the privilege to be invited to an Entertainment Tour for Diamond and higher members. That was our 1st time attending since we actually became Diamond members mid-cruise. It was a very enjoyable time, basically a question and answer session. It’s a great way to kind of see behind the scenes. I absolutely recommend attending if invited….it’s not to be missed!! Moby Dick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 22 Author Report Share Posted June 22 9 minutes ago, SpicyCherry said: I agree the performers work very hard….on Symphony we had the privilege to be invited to an Entertainment Tour for Diamond and higher members. That was our 1st time attending since we actually became Diamond members mid-cruise. It was a very enjoyable time, basically a question and answer session. It’s a great way to kind of see behind the scenes. I absolutely recommend attending if invited….it’s not to be missed!! I really missed the "Behind the Scenes Tour" that Star Class usually get. But, on Ovation last May (13 - 20), NO tours were being conducted. Usually we get to go behind the stage, visit with the entertainers if they are rehearsing. Also, galley tour, and bridge tour. Zip, nada, nothing! SpicyCherry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpicyCherry Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 37 minutes ago, Suite Snob said: I really missed the "Behind the Scenes Tour" that Star Class usually get. But, on Ovation last May (13 - 20), NO tours were being conducted. Usually we get to go behind the stage, visit with the entertainers if they are rehearsing. Also, galley tour, and bridge tour. Zip, nada, nothing! I think it’s definitely a Covid thing because I was kinda under the impression that we were going ‘behind the scenes’ and instead, we were seated in the Theatre and the Heads of the different venues(Show, Ice, Aqua) were on stage with the Cruise Director. He started off asking each about their background, then opened it up to the audience to ask questions. Even though I was a bit disappointed that it wasn’t a ‘tour’ in the conventional sense of the word, we really enjoyed the session. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 22 Author Report Share Posted June 22 10 minutes ago, SpicyCherry said: I think it’s definitely a Covid thing because I was kinda under the impression that we were going ‘behind the scenes’ and instead, we were seated in the Theatre and the Heads of the different venues(Show, Ice, Aqua) were on stage with the Cruise Director. He started off asking each about their background, then opened it up to the audience to ask questions. Even though I was a bit disappointed that it wasn’t a ‘tour’ in the conventional sense of the word, we really enjoyed the session. Yep, it was all related to COVID. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rakaia Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 I dunno. I liked Cats. That being said.......I've liked Cats since the 80s. I was taken several times as a child to see it on Broadway; my mom prepared me for it back then so I understood what it was all about (she read me the TS Eliot poems, bought me an illustrated kid's guide, bought me the soundtrack tapes, etc). Seeing it on the Oasis brought back a bunch of great memories of my childhood, my mom....all of that. My 9 year old liked it; but I gave her the background ahead of time kind of like how my mom introduced me. I thought it was pretty faithful to the original Broadway production given the constraints of being at sea (though shorter...which works just fine on a cruise!) I *totally* get why people don't like it though...it's not your typical musical with a clear plot, etc. It's probably not a good choice for a cruise musical...to potentially enjoy it; you really need to have an understanding of it beforehand. They would be better off going with Phantom, Fiddler, etc, etc. Or perhaps something original! WannaCruise and SpicyCherry 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpicyCherry Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 8 minutes ago, Rakaia said: They would be better off going with Phantom, Fiddler, etc, etc. Phantom would be wonderful or maybe Les Miserables.....The music alone would make it worth it!! And you are right about getting the background ahead of time. It makes a big difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 22 Author Report Share Posted June 22 I'm going to say upfront that YMMV on this and I understand that: I don't consider being entertained when I have to do my homework to fully understand what I'm about to go see. Just like I don't think entertainment has to be 'socially redeeming" to be good entertainment. There are many great movies out there that are about real history but you don't have to be a scholar or ignorant of history to enjoy the movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rakaia Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 18 minutes ago, Suite Snob said: I'm going to say upfront that YMMV on this and I understand that: I don't consider being entertained when I have to do my homework to fully understand what I'm about to go see. Just like I don't think entertainment has to be 'socially redeeming" to be good entertainment. There are many great movies out there that are about real history but you don't have to be a scholar or ignorant of history to enjoy the movie. That's exactly why Cats is a poor choice for a cruise musical. As much as I'm a fan, I get why it is not generally liked and I do think it should be swapped out for something that is more universally pleasing. I'm wondering if they are hanging on to it for so long because they paid for the rights for it for x number of years and they are going to take it right to the end... Al Miller 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 22 Author Report Share Posted June 22 2 hours ago, Rakaia said: That's exactly why Cats is a poor choice for a cruise musical. As much as I'm a fan, I get why it is not generally liked and I do think it should be swapped out for something that is more universally pleasing. I'm wondering if they are hanging on to it for so long because they paid for the rights for it for x number of years and they are going to take it right to the end... I've asked this a few day ago - Is Royal doing away with paying for and producing Broadway shows? I also said that it may be Brand X Cruise lines that I'm thinking about. I just don't remember clearly. They were going to write, produce and present their own shows I remember hearing about this a year or two before the "pandemic". If so, maybe they are hanging on to the shows, the ancient shows that are still in service because of the "pandemic". I'm thinking that, again, if so, during the "pandemic" Royal's artistic/creative activities were shut down and haven't produced anything new, yet. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC Pats Posted June 22 Report Share Posted June 22 9 minutes ago, Suite Snob said: If so, maybe they are hanging on to the shows, the ancient shows that are still in service because of the "pandemic". I'm thinking that, again, if so, during the "pandemic" Royal's artistic/creative activities were shut down and haven't produced anything new, yet. Just a thought. Effectors, which is a Royal Caribbean original production (theatre show) is live on Odyssey, and Effectors 2 is starting showcases/previews on Wonder. Both concepts were created during the pandemic by the shoreside entertainment team led by SVP of Entertainment Nick Weir. They also created the inTENse aqua show for Wonder during the pandemic. I recall somewhere that this was the direction they (RC) were heading in. Makes sense at it costs a TON of money to use the Broadway shows. Moby Dick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 23 Author Report Share Posted June 23 3 hours ago, JC Pats said: Effectors, which is a Royal Caribbean original production (theatre show) is live on Odyssey, and Effectors 2 is starting showcases/previews on Wonder. Both concepts were created during the pandemic by the shoreside entertainment team led by SVP of Entertainment Nick Weir. They also created the inTENse aqua show for Wonder during the pandemic. I recall somewhere that this was the direction they (RC) were heading in. Makes sense at it costs a TON of money to use the Broadway shows. Just wondering, what is the story line/what's Effectors all about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted June 23 Report Share Posted June 23 2 hours ago, Suite Snob said: Just wondering, what it the story line/what's Effectors all about? From what I read it is superhero based. Moby Dick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 23 Author Report Share Posted June 23 9 minutes ago, Ampurp85 said: From what I read it is superhero based. That makes me happy. I loved Superman as a kid, the TV show, I never liked comic books, and the movies. I also love Transformer movies. So, a superhero theme is right up my alley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted June 23 Report Share Posted June 23 8 minutes ago, Suite Snob said: That makes me happy. I loved Superman as a kid, the TV show, I never liked comic books, and the movies. I also love Transformer movies. So, a superhero theme is right up my alley. Yes, I am excited to see it on Odyssey in Nov. I find the Broadway shows to be hit or miss, so I am really looking forward to something different. Moby Dick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted June 23 Report Share Posted June 23 I am not a huge fan of any of the big Broadway-esque productions BUT Royals “top notch” entertainment (particularly on the big ships) has been a very big draw and has, over the years, been a source of many new customers. It’s a double-edged sword though. Repeat cruisers get tired of the same shows and those big productions are expensive to replace. I feel sure that this move (away from established productions) is purely a $$ decision. I totally understand it but wonder if it’s short-sighted. I guess only time will tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRzeleney Posted June 23 Report Share Posted June 23 Least favourite: CATS (we walked out - along with a lot of other people - about 1/2 way through) Most favourite: Mamma Mia, but close second is the Aqua show on Oasis (can't recall the name). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4ensic Posted June 29 Report Share Posted June 29 Grease is my favorite. It's a toss up between The Book and Cats for least favorite. Just now saw that Royal is casting for Cats in NYC. Maybe if we don't feed them they'll go away. WAAAYTOOO and Moby Dick 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 29 Author Report Share Posted June 29 10 minutes ago, 4ensic said: Grease is my favorite. It's a toss up between The Book and Cats for least favorite. Just now saw that Royal is casting for Cats in NYC. Maybe if we don't feed them they'll go away. Maybe a letter writing campaign is in order! It seems that Cats isn't as popular as Royal thinks it is. At least judging from the responses in this thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChessE4 Posted June 29 Report Share Posted June 29 My best shows were production shows or special performances by Royal's singers. The Headliner Shows have been good, but rarely a "peak experience". The Oasis Class shows aren't my favorite, although I appreciate the performers. They are all a little too weird. Grease was OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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