British West End Musical Comes to NCL
Six The Musical to debut on NCL
Critically Acclaimed British Musical SIX To Debut on NCL
Norwegian Cruise Line has always been synonymous with first-class, innovative, contemporary entertainment, and their recent announcement reinforces that.
Norwegian Getaway courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line
NCL has revealed that SIX, the critically-acclaimed British pop musical about Henry VIII’s six wives, will debut on board Norwegian Bliss, Breakaway and Getaway beginning September 2019.
Norwegian Bliss departing NYC courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line
“Guests will be mesmerized by the comical and powerful leading ladies who will have them laughing, singing and dancing their way out of the theatre,” said Andy Stuart, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line. “SIX is an excellent example of the exceptional entertainment we feature across our innovative fleet; we are really proud to add this amazing musical to our lineup.”
SIX female cast members courtesy Norwegian Cruise Line
About SIX THE MUSICAL
We all learnt how to remember the fate of each of Henry VIII’s unfortunate wives - Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. Well, Six The Musical brings it all to life and into the 21st Century.
From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the wives of Henry VIII take the mic to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse—remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power.
SIX all-female band “Ladies in Waiting” Courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line
The female cast are backed by an all-female band, the “Ladies in Waiting.” Songs from the studio album are streamed on average 350,000 per day making it the second highest streaming cast recording in the world. SIX is a new musical phenomenon by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, co-directed by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage, and features choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. The design team includes Emma Bailey (Set Design), Gabriella Slade (Costume Design), Paul Gatehouse (Sound Design) and Tim Deiling (Lighting Design). The score features orchestrations by Tom Curran with music supervision and vocal arrangements by Joe Beighton.
Some of the cast of SIX the Musical. Courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Norwegian Cruise Line to showcase this award-winning musical for the first time at sea,” said Kenny Wax, one of the producers of SIX. “Originating from the minds of two senior Cambridge University students in the U.K., the show has surprised and delighted audiences around the globe.”
SIX premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2017 and has recently announced its debut at the Brooks Atkinson on Broadway in spring 2020.
Norwegian Breakaway will debut SIX in November 2019 - Image courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Lines
My Own Review of Six the Musical
Having been inspired by NCL’s press release, when an opportunity came to see the show in London’s West End (via my daughter who had a spare ticket) , I jumped at the chance.
The performance was in one of the smallest theatres I’d ever been in, The Arts Theatre bear Leicester Square. It would fit several times within a ship’s theatre - lets just call it intimate!
Although I had an idea of the premise of the show, nothing could prepare me for the sheer energy and positive vibe straight from the start. It was more like being at a concert of your favourite girl band. The all-female cast and band worked so hard and were all on stage throughout the performance. There were rock songs and ballads (even some rap) - each telling the personal story of that particular queen - so educational too (although there were elements of poetic licence). The audience warmed to each individual member of the ‘Six’ who’s contrasting personalities shone through. It was funny and emotive in equal measure and I left feeling empowered and with a better grasp on that part of our history. I also can’t wait to see it again, so that helps when choosing my next NCL cruise!
When Can You See SIX The Musical on NCL?
SIX will appear first on Norwegian Bliss on September 1, 2019, followed by Norwegian Breakaway on November 10, 2019 and Norwegian Getaway on April 23, 2020.
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