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CREATIVE STUDIOS by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ARE COMING TO VDF2024!

CRUISE REPERTOIRE MASTERCLASS & AUDITION

Creative Studios is the in-house entertainment production company for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. We deliver A-list productions directed and choreographed by renowned professionals like Warren Carlyle, Patti Wilcox, Tiger Martina, Chase Benz, and Mark Kanemura. We offer competitive salaries, paid rehearsals, housing, travel, and professional working environments. It’s an exciting time to become a part of the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings family!

Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings casts dancers for productions such as Footloose, Burn The Floor, Choir of Man, Velvet,  Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Jersey Boys and Beetlejuice  for Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruises. 

MASTERCLASS

Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings ran a Jazz Masterclass with Bodie Fullerton and the casting team will participate in a Q&A; where you can get a feel for Norwegian's productions and style, and see what it's like to be a professional dancer at sea! This masterclass also gives you a chance to get in front of a casting representative before the audition. The masterclass is part of the VDF Weekend lineup, and only available to VDF ticket holders.  The Masterclass took place at 10am on Saturday 13 April.

OPEN AUDITION

Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings held an open dancer audition for dancers 18 and over. You do not need a VDF ticket to audition.

The Open Audition took place at  2pm   Saturday 13 April.

For more information about Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings visit  nclhcreativestudios.com . 

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CRUISE REPERTOIRE jazz MASTERCLASS & AUDITION

Bodie Fullerton  was  born and raised in Brisbane. At 16 Bodie moved to Sydney to study full-time at ED5 International. Since then he has worked both in Australia & Internationally as a Dancer, Choreographer & Director.

Australian Commercial Dance Credits: Vanessa Amorosi, Human Nature, Ricki-Lee, Powder Finger, Inaya Day, Courtney Act & Nikki Webster.

International Credits: European MTV Music Awards - Little Mix, Priscilla Queen of the Desert Canada, Bodie made his London West End Debut in The Houdini Experience as a featured Acrobat & Dancer, Can Can Soloist Dancer at the World Renowned Moulin Rouge in Paris, Best of Musicals German Tour & Udo Lindenberg Principal male dancer on his European Stadium Tour Panik Party  & Udopium .

Since his performing days Bodie has gone on to work as a Choreographer & Director creating shows for The Venetian Casino, Sands Casino & Galaxy Casino in Macau along side being one of the Install Directors & Choreographers for Norwegian Creative Studios Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruise Lines. 

Bodie now runs his own Talent Agency ‘Alive Agency’ representing Dancers on contracts all over the world from Casinos, Cruises, Showgirl Reviews, Artist Tours, Circus and Theatres all over Europe. In 2022 he created 'The Sunday Sessions' which is home to The Pro Series, The Young Artist Intensive and The Unique Showgirl Experience OZ & UK. 

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BEETLEJUICE to Play Norwegian VIVA Cruise in 2023

The company will board the Norwegian VIVA on or about August 4, 2023.

According to a casting call , Beetlejuice will play Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian VIVA in 2023. Auditions will take place in London January 16-24, 2023, with rehearsals scheduled to begin on or about May 8, 2023. The cast will board the Norwegian VIVA on or about August 4, 2023, and will begin sailing the Mediterranean and Caribbean in June 2023.

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The production will be directed by Catie Davis (Broadway Associate Director), based on the original Broadway direction by Alex Timbers . The production will feature choreography by Connor Gallagher (Broadway Choreographer) and Music Supervision by Kris Kukul (Broadway Music Supervisor). The Associate Choreographer is Michael Fatica . Sr. Manager, Theatrical Casting NCLH is Franklyn Warfield , and the London Casting Partner is Pearson Casting.

See the Instagram post from Pearson casting in London below!

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Based on Tim Burton 's dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice , a demon with a thing for stripes. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter unleashes a (Nether)world of pandemonium, and the biggest sandworm Broadway has ever seen.

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BEETLEJUICe The musical  NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE

Pearson Casting, in association with Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, will soon be opening their search for the 4th cast of BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL onboard the Norwegian VIVA for 2024/25.

The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in this edgy and irreverent musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film. Beetlejuice tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, her new house is haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium, and the biggest sandworm Broadway has ever seen.

Director: Catie Davis, (Broadway Associate Director), based on original Broadway direction by Alex Timbers

Choreographer: Connor Gallagher (Broadway Choreographer)

Music Supervisor: Kris Kukul (Broadway Music Supervisor)

Assoc. Choreographer: Michael Fatica

Sr. Manager, Theatrical Casting NCLH: Franklyn Warfield

UK Casting Partner: Pearson Casting - [email protected]

New York Casting Partner: Pearson Casting - [email protected]

AUDITION DATES

LONDON, UK - TBC

NEW YORK, US - TBC

CONTRACT DATES

Transportation and housing provided.

BEETLEJUICE - LEAD

An ageless con-man, somewhere between 12 and 12,000, maturity-wise. Beetlejuice was born dead and is deeply lonely, but his problem is that he’s invisible to living people. He wants nothing more than a chance to experience life, and he has a plan! Beetlejuice is more than a little ADD in his excitement; a motormouth who mimics human emotion and has zero understanding of personal boundaries. Strategic and cagy and wildly dangerous in his pursuit, Beetlejuice meets his match in Lydia. He is relentlessly positive in the face of never-ending obstacles on his journey to becoming alive. Excellent singer. Any ethnicity. Bold, physical, comedic actor.  No taller than 6’0”.

Playing age: 30–50 years Height: 165 — 183 cm PERFORMANCE FEE:  $2000/week 

REHEARSAL FEE: Two-thirds of performance salary

LYDIA - LEAD

Late teens, Dark, smart and moody, with a jet-black sense of humor and a streak of anarchy, Lydia's a step ahead of almost everyone she meets, living or dead, but she's at the mercy of a mania, just like Beetlejuice. Lydia wants life to mean something. The world seems small to Lydia since her mother died; she longs for it to reveal itself as something more fantastical than it is. Heart-forward, and on a quest to find a reason to live. Great rock belt/mix voice. Any ethnicity. Dry, comic actor.   No taller than 5’3/5’4.  All actors must be over 18. Playing age: 18–21 years Height: 147 — 163 cm

PERFORMANCE FEE:  $2000/week 

A mouse that didn't roar. Which doesn't mean she can't. Sweetly neurotic, devoted to her carefully-curated house and her careful curator of a house-husband, Barbara is positive, affirming, and unfailingly kind. She and Adam strenuously protect each other while inadvertently holding each other back. Barbara has a fierce heart and a heroic mother-bear instinct. A deft, subtle comic actress, disarmingly honest. Any ethnicity. Great Pop/Musical Theater voice with a strong mix. Playing age: 33–40 years Height: Any height

PRINCIPAL PERFORMANCE FEE: Starting at $1,300/week

Certain cast members will also participate in or cover other entertainment onboard, including but not limited to, ICONS (an additional mainstage production), game shows, and nightclub experiences for an additional salary incentive.

Adam is one of those “nice guys” who only have two problems: Can’t seem to get anything started, can’t seem to get anything finished. A putterer-craftsman, Adam adores his wife Barbara and the cozy, cloistered, slightly claustrophobic, conspicuously childless life they’ve built together. What Adam doesn’t realize is: That fastidiously unfinished life of his is nearly finished. Any ethnicity. Great singer. Playing age: 33–40 years Height: Any height

A mini-mogul who needs to control life's chaos to feel safe. And yet, not far beneath his diamond-hard surface, he feels constantly out of control. In the wake of losing his wife, he refuses to look back as he attempts to rebuild the world for himself and his daughter. Charles is a master-class in blustery overcompensation and strict compartmentalization, but below the surface, there is a softness and vulnerability he is afraid to let out. Any ethnicity.   Actor who sings. Playing age: 47–55 years Height: Any height

Ditzy yet ambitious, Delia is unfailingly positive, and always looking for a silver lining, even when nobody’s asking for one. Delia is a searcher, longing for a place to belong, and under her optimistic surface there are demons she keeps at bay (most of the time). She’s never faced anyone as smart and cutting as Lydia before, but sees that Lydia is struggling and feels she has a lot to give. Any ethnicity. Excellent singer with a strong pop/belt/mix. Delia's song 'No Reason' will not be in this version of the production. Playing age: 32–45 years Height: Any height

MISS ARGENTINA

A deceased beauty queen who took her own life in the wake of her triumph as Miss Argentina. Now she is the friendly face of the Netherworld, welcoming the recently deceased to a purgatory of nothingness. She would do anything for another chance at life; to embrace it for all of its highs and lows. Miss Argentina has a healthy sense of ego and vanity. Fantastic singer and dancer.   Playing age: 21–35 years Height: Any height

ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE FEE: Starting at $1,100/week

JUNO/MAXINE DEAN

​[JUNO] Ancient, grouchy, and an unrepentant chain smoker, Juno is the great-great- grandmother of all demonic bureaucrats. She's chief gatekeeper of the Netherworld, the supremely underwhelming afterlife that awaits us all, and she takes that job very seriously. She's got ice water and red tape running through her veins (the ones that haven't varicosed), and deeply enjoys the strict rules that she has imposed. Efficiency and organization mean she doesn’t have to work any harder than necessary, and so she runs a tight ship. Juno processes one hundred and sixty thousand people a day into the Netherworld and has seen it all...except for a living person. Also plays MAXINE.  [MAXINE DEAN] – The recent trophy wife of Maxie who enjoys being the eye candy. She knows the honeymoon phase won’t last forever, and hopes she is of interest long enough to inherit Maxie’s estate. Slightly out of her element but eager to be in the room where the most exclusive, exciting thing is happening. Also plays JUNO.  Ability to tap/soft shoe shuffle, a bonus . Playing age: 30–50 years Height: Any height

A boisterous self-made entrepreneur who loves to laugh. He’s used to being the alpha in the room, has money coming in from all sorts of places, and never leaves home without his legal team. Maxie approaches his personal life like business, always looking for the next best endeavor, and is deeply infatuated with his current wife Maxine. Understudies CHARLES.  Ability to tap/soft shoe shuffle, a bonus. Playing age: 30–50 years Height: Any height

ENSEMBLE ACTOR/VOCALISTS

Fantastic singer/dancers of all shape/sizes/genders/types to multi-role various characters and residents of the Netherworld including GIRL SCOUT. Should have fantastic singing voices and be comedy-forward. Will understudy principal characters.   [GIRL SCOUT] – An adorable, sunny, optimistic pre-teen who is determined to make her first cookie sale. She lives with congenital heart disease and just one shock could kill her, but she’s not going to let that get in the way of her mission. No taller than 5’3. Understudies LYDIA. Playing age: 21–30 years

ENSEMBLE DANCER/SINGERS

Fantastic dancer/singers of all shape/sizes/genders/types to play various characters and residents of the Netherworld.  Should have fantastic jazz skills; some tracks will tumble and do tricks - please highlight these skills. Great singing voices and comedy skills are a plus. Playing age: 21–30 years Height: Any height

We look forward to your submission for BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL.

UK-BASED ACTORS: Please email your CV, headshot & showreel to: [email protected] with YOUR NAME/BEETLEJUICE/UK in the subject box. 

US-BASED ACTORS:  Please email your Resume, headshot & showreel to: [email protected] with YOUR NAME/BEETLEJUICE/US in the subject box.

Due to Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ 100% percent vaccination policy, cast members chosen for this project must be fully vaccinated.

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 sign in: 9am | start: 9:30am, may 20th - vocalist open call pearl studios 500 8th avenue new york, ny 10018 - 3rd floor.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is recognized as one of the world’s premier luxury lines with 6-star, all-suite, all-balcony ships and superior space and service ratios. However, even more compelling than the quality of our ships is the adventurous spirit of RSSC - the imaginative itineraries, unique shore excursions, tours, and other innovative services offered to our discerning guests.

Oceania Cruises provides a quality cruise experience for mature and discerning travelers by combining a casually sophisticated onboard experience with the most alluring destinations around the world. Seasoned world travelers are drawn to Oceania Cruises’ diverse voyages, which call on more than 330 ports across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, and the Americas.  

Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruises Theatrical Performers are a step above the everyday entertainer. On a daily bases, and in addition to performing, our performers will partake in forward-facing social activities with our affluent guests. Because of this, our artists are not only talented but also sociable, action-oriented, enthusiastic, friendly, and out-going.  

MALE & FEMALE DANCERS

We are seeking exceptional, versatile dancers with strong technique and experience in multiple dance styles. Females (5’2” – 5’10”) should have a lean/fit silhouette. Males (5’9” – 6’3”) should have a strong, muscular physique; able to perform shirtless on stage when required. All dancers must have outstanding performance quality, stage presence and outgoing personalities. Gymnastics, aerial training, tumbling & partnering skills are a plus!

• Please be prepared to learn multiple dance combinations and bring a current headshot and resume. Ladies, please have heels and dance flats. 
•  Singer/Dancers must first successfully complete the dance call to be considered as a Singer/Dancer. Additional vocal callback will be required.

Must be 18 years or older to apply.

FEMALE VOCALISTS

Early 20’s-late 30’. Seeking powerhouse vocalists, who can sing in the styles of contemporary pop/rock and musical theater. Must have outgoing personalities, excellent performance skills and move extremely well. Ideal heights should be between 5’2” – 5’10” with a lean physique. Casting all ethnicities . Please pick two songs from the list below (female) and prepare one of your own, should we request it. Please have sheet music in the correct key and a current headshot and resume . Select vocalists will be asked to stay and dance. Please bring form fitting dance wear for the dance segment of the audition. 

Please pick 2 songs from groups below as well as one of your own songs that show you best!

FEMALE AUDITION PACKETS COWBOY CASANOVA HEARTBREAKER FEEL LIKE A WOMAN I HAVE NOTHING IT'S RAINING MEN IF I WERE YOUR WOMAN  

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Early 20’s-late 30’s. Seeking strong tenor/high bari-tenor vocalists who can sing in the styles of contemporary pop/rock and musical theater. Must have outgoing personalities, excellent performance skills and move extremely well. Ideal heights should be between 5’9”- 6’4” . Lean and athletic builds are preferred. Casting all ethnicities .

• Please pick two songs from the list below (male) and prepare one of your own, should we request it. 
• Please have sheet music in the correct key. 
• Select vocalists will be asked to stay and dance. 
• Please bring form fitting dance wear for the dance segment of the audition

MALE AUDITION PACKETS WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS LIFE IS A HIGHWAY UNCHAINED MELODY STAY WITH ME OUT THERE JUST THE WAY YOU ARE    

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More information, quick search, july 2024 -- seattle/fremont (mo'jam).

In-person visit from Musician Casting Specialist, Princess Cruise Lines. Flexible formats including informal one-on-one/group info sessions, formalized auditions, and on-stage performance opportunities in collaboration with Mo' Jam.

Consideration for job placement requires a formalized audition and interview, but there is no minimum requirement to enter an application and request a meetup. If you are ready for immediate consideration, feel free to enter all requirements on your application on entry. Otherwise, the note below that "video auditions / showreels are required" can be skipped for this round of applications.

Regardless of your level of interest, don't hesitate to first visit https://www.princesscruisesentertainment.com/musicians to view individualized job descriptions for whatever relevant role captures your interest and skillset!

Open Stage Staff Interviews: New York City September 2024

Join us in New York, New York, where Princess Cruises Entertainment will hold open interviews for Stage Staff positions. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to meet face-to-face with our esteemed recruiters and learn more about the exciting world of entertainment onboard our luxurious cruise ships.

At Princess Cruises, we take pride in delivering exceptional entertainment experiences to our guests. As part of our dedicated Stage Staff team, you will play a vital role in bringing our world-class productions to life. Whether you have expertise in lighting, sound, rigging, or stage management, we have a place for you on board our fleet.

During your interview, you'll have the chance to engage in informative discussions, gain insights into our entertainment programs, and get an up-close look at the unique challenges and rewards of working in a dynamic cruise ship environment. Our recruiters will be available to provide guidance, answer your questions, and conduct interviews for available positions.

We welcome seasoned professionals and aspiring stage enthusiasts to come and explore the possibilities of a career with Princess Cruises Entertainment. If you have a passion for the performing arts, an eye for technical excellence, and a desire to travel the world, this is your chance to embark on an extraordinary journey with us.

Interviews will be held on September 16 and 17 at A.R.T/New York Studios at 520 8th Ave, 3rd Floor, New York, New York 10018. After applying, you will be instructed to select a requested time slot. Should that time slot be available, you'll receive an email from Princess Cruises Entertainment confirming that time. A recruiter from Princess Cruises will reach out 1 week prior with more information. At the request of the audition studios, please do not arrive more than 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.

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The Big List of Cruise Ship Auditions

Updated: Summer 2018

Entertainment is an industry full of travel opportunities . Performing aboard cruise ships is a great way to make money while roving around the world and pocketing a paycheck. Today I’m dishing what I know about securing a job performing on cruise liners.

What’s so special about cruise ship auditions?

Cruise ship auditions are free and open for anyone to attend—we call this an “open call” or a “cattle call.” No agent necessary! I got both of my contracts aboard ships without an agent.

You’ll find auditions touring globally at most major cities in North America, Australia, and Europe. With the help of social media, keeping up to date on these auditions is easier than ever. If it’s still too far to make an audition in person, many cruise companies now accept online submissions of performance material and show skills in video reel form.

Beneath each cruise line company below, I’ve listed whether their casting departments hire from digital submissions.

Dust off your talents and get yourself a headshot. The audition season for ships never ends!

 **Below is what I know to be current and accurate. If you see info that needs updating, let me know in the comments.

Celebrity Cruises Entertainment

A modern luxury large-ship fleet, Celebrity has undergone some serious rebranding in the last decade. Their newly refurbished ships are modern-chic with clean lines and a contemporary feel. Celebrity just produced 18 NEW shows which feature contemporary pop and rock. Their shows are edgy with lots of circus elements (think hand balancing, silks, lyras, and pole artists).

Celebrity Cruise Lines Audition Schedule

Celebrity cruise lines audition submission, rehearsal facility: miami, fl usa, royal caribbean production s.

RC is known for bringing Entertainment from the likes of Broadway to the high seas. RC was the first to install Broadway shows onboard like “Hairspray,” “Chicago” and now “CATS” and “Grease.” The team at RC are always innovating. Expect to see entertainment of all kinds aboard Royal Caribbean ships like high divers, ice skaters, BMX cyclists, gymnasts and circus artists. With one of the largest fleets in the world (24 ships!) RC has a lot of theatres to fill. They’re creating shows of all genres, from classic Motown to Cirque-style to Vegas-style, and the aforementioned Broadway features.

Royal Caribbean Audition Schedule

Royal caribbean audition submission, princess cruises entertainment.

Princess has a large fleet of eighteen ships of various sizes. Their entertainment is classic production show style (think Elton John medleys, Motown mashups, Country Jams). A lot of cruisers gravitate toward this nostalgic variety-show entertainment. To perform these shows you need to be skilled in dancing an array of styles. New shows with contemporary music can be found on their bigger ships, like the Royal Princess and the Regal Princess. Princess has recently partnered with Stephen Schwartz, composer of Wicked, Pippin, and Godspell. Schwartz has crafted custom shows for Princess Cruises inspired by Princess’s exotic itineraries like “The Golden Silk,” performed on East Asian itineraries.

Princess Cruises Audition Schedule

Princess cruises audition submission, rehearsal facility: santa clarita, ca usa, holland america cruise lines (rws entertainment group)  & (belinda king creative productions).

Holland America Line (HAL) does not have an in-house production company. This means they employ third-party production companies to design shows for their fleet. Holland America currently commissions entertainment from RWS Entertainment Group , a New York City-based entertainment company known for staging shows in theme parks and industrials across America. The result is a line up of new, high-energy, contemporary shows that feature top Billboard hits. As of Summer 2018, RWS is beginning a transition away from full-time production casts. Instead, they are training casts to perform onboard for shorter stints as “guest entertainers,” in an elite dance show called “Step One.” This means dancers are onboard for 3-4 months at a time and receive a higher standard of living.

RWS Entertainment Group Audition Schedule

Rws entertainment group audition submission, rehearsal facility: long island city, ny usa, norwegian cruise line   (norwegian creative studios).

Norwegian is another line of ships pushing their entertainment to land-based standards. Like Royal Caribbean they’re bringing near-full-length Broadway shows to the high seas with the likes of “Legally Blonde” and “Million Dollar Quartet” to name a few. These shows attract cutting-edge talent and fresh new dancers. Norwegian is expanding and just adopted Regeant Cruise Lines and Oceania Cruise Lines under its umbrella of entertainment. So when you audition for Norwegian, you can also be considered for these smaller lines as well.

Norwegian Creative Audition Schedule

Norwegian creative audition submission, rehearsal facility: tampa, fl usa.

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Carnival (Playlist Productions)

Carnival cruise lines is doing something with their Entertainment. They no longer hiring large casts of Principal Singers and Ensemble Dancers. Rather, they’re recruiting smaller casts of uber-talented triple-threats called   Singer/Dancers and Dancer/Singers. So that means you have to have strong singing chops, in addition to real movement ability. Their shows feature newly installed LED screens and incredible lighting.

Carnival Cruise Lines Audition Schedule

Rehearsal facility: pembroke park, fl, usa, disney cruise lines.

At no surprise, Disney Cruise Lines ranks high among onboard entertainment. Disney cares about entertainment and knows how to invest in it. Unlike most cruise ships built and designed by the rigid minds of nautical engineers, Disney ships were built with Entertainment in mind. Passengers that choose to cruise with Disney do so because of the brand they’re familiar with from the theme parks. Disney is a family-oriented cruise company (duh) so expect the passengers to follow in that vein; the ship will ooze that family feel. You can find audition details at the global Disney Audition site.

Rehearsal Facility: Toronto, Canada

Azamara club cruises.

Azamara is a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean. You’ll find their audition details on the same website as Royal Caribbean Productions. Being a small ship fleet, the entertainment cast is small and the performance experience more intimate.

Rehearsal Facility: Hollywood, FL

Viking ocean cruises.

As of 2018, Viking Ocean cruises will no longer be hiring onboard full-time production singers and dancers and will transition exclusively to guest entertainment performers.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises :

This luxury all-inclusive line just got absorbed by Norwegian. Therefor, if you audition for Norwegian, you’re often considered for Regent shows too. Find details at their audition page . Expect Regent to demand high-class entertainers and cabaret-style performers who appeal to their ritzy clientele.

Rehearsals: Tampa, FL

SilverSea Entertainment is currently produced by Luna Rossa Productions out of London, England.  I don’t know anything about these productions. But their shows look regal, which would match the luxury brand that is SilverSea.

Rehearsals: London, UK

Thomson is Europe’s version of Carnival Cruise Line. It’s a family-style cruise line that offers short, inexpensive cruises affordable for the middle class. Their shows are put on by Peel Entertainment . You can submit to them directly, or through Entertainer’s Worldwide.

P & O Cruise Lines

P & O is a mid-size cruise ship company mostly based out of Australasia. Their Entertainment is done by Headliner’s Theatre Company and Grayboy Entertainment.  They produce contemporary commercial shows that demand highly talented performers from all over the world.

Rehearsals: Southampton, England or Sydney, NSW

*If you find any of the information in this article to be incorrect, do not hesitate to let me know and I will correct it. Have any questions about auditions? Ask below!\

31 Comments

andra caston

for Princess cruises and P&O cruises where can you find there information for video submissions on their websites

Thanks for the info!

Nina Danielle

Very interesting! Not a performer myself, but I love reading about the different professions that are out there. This is pretty cool!

Thanks for reading Nina!

The Appreciative Traveler

For someone who cruises often, I for one am always so impressed with the quality of the show on board the various ships.

Since many of your readers are performers ,I will take this time to thank all of you for making our cruise ship experience a very entertaining one. Regards and cheers from all over the world!

Thanks Appreciative Traveler! We performers appreciate YOU! We can only do what we love with the presence of a gracious audience. Keep cruising, see you at sea.

Jonathan J King

I am very interested. singer / entertainer

My son is auditioning but is not a stellar dancer but is an amazing vocalist do you think he has any chance if he is not a dancer?

Hi Jenn! Your son absolutely has a good chance of booking a ship contract. Most singers onboard are only asked to do light movement (think arm choreography and basic blocking), not full-on technical dance numbers. As long as your son has a natural, organic stage presence and can remember stage direction, he is certainly in a good spot to book a Singer contract. Thanks for reading and best of luck to your son at auditions! – Kelsey

This was really helpful, thank you!

Annamarie Metev

My daughter is currently in a magnet performing arts high school and is looking forward to one day audition as a Dancer for the Cruise ships. Would you recommend the length a video reel should be and if it’s fine to submit the same to various companies? Also in your opinion is a cruise ship a stepping stone perhaps to Cirque du Soleil?

Hey Annmarie! Thanks for stopping by and reading! I recommend dance show reels be no more than 3 minutes (somewhere closer to 2 is best). All of her best material should be at the beginning as well. You want the casting directors to see her best material right away and clinch their attention. It is totally fine to use the same showreel for multiple companies. For cruise ships, a musical theater heavy showreel showing technique and performance quality is best. But if she applies to different jobs/shows I would suggest altering content to suit the position (ie: more aerial arts for Cirque, or more ballet for a company position). Cruise ships are absolutely a stepping stone to Cirque and to a number of other world-class entertainment shows. I know cruise ship dancers who have gone on to perform in Cirque shows, Broadways Shows, and international tours. That’s not to mention the Cirque Du Soleil show that is currently onboard the MSC fleet (Cirque goes to sea!) Break a leg!–Kelsey

I’ve danced in several different, auditioned performance settings (show choir, dancing for indoor percussion groups, a couple of dance companies), but I have mainly taught myself how to dance. The technical help I’ve received has come in the form of spotty private lessons and maybe 3 years of studio dance total. I am able to pick up on choreography and new tricks quickly and have a strong stage presence, however. A lot of dancers I know have been dancing in studios from the age of 3, yet I keep up with them perfectly fine. Would my lack of studio experience deter any cruise ships from hiring me? I know that the dance team at my university wouldn’t allow anyone in without previous dance team, kickline team, or more years of studio experience specifically.

Hey Emily! Great question. If your inclination for choreography and natural performance quality hold up in an audition, casting directors may overlook your resume–I’ve seen it happen before! But a foundation in technique is important to casting directors because it means the dancer is dancing safely. Though your moves may look the same as the other dancers, it’s important you’re doing them safely so that your body will hold up over time and many performances. Casting directors don’t like hiring people that will get injured right away. I would recommend jumping into some ballet and jazz classes when you can to supplement your natural talent. It will only help you! Good luck–Kelsey

Apryl-Jaye Raymond

So glad I found this list! I’m very interested in auditioning for multiple cruise lines after I graduate with my 1st degree. I’ll stay tuned to this blog. The content is great!

My daughter recently auditioned as a dancer for RC. She made it through all cuts and was put on their “hire list”. At the time of audition she was filmed and had photos taken. This along with her resume and head shot is being reviewed by the casting department. What does this mean?

Congratulations to your daughter! Sounds like she did well at her audition. It is great news that she is on the “hire list.” Her eligibility for hire should be good for a full year. This means she will be in consideration for future contracts as they cast year round. Next steps would be for your daughter to stay in touch with the casting director (via email) and continue to let him/her know that you are available and ready to work. Every month or so send in your headshot and resume again and let them know that you’re still free. This keeps your face fresh in their mind and lets them know that you really want to work for their company. Let me know how it goes! Best of luck.

Thank you Kelsey – I will pass along to her. Very helpful info!

hi my daughter has auditioned for loads of cruise ships she gets through has photos taken filmed but never hears back from them she has started to wonder if its her height its started to knock her confidence she has wondered if its time to give up she’s 5ft 2

Congratulations to your daughter for getting through so many auditions! This is great! The most important thing to do post-audition is to FOLLOW UP. Follow up with the casting director every month or so and continue to let him/her know your availability and your eagerness to dance for their company. Often times performers get lost in a pile of headshots, so it is important to keep your name and face fresh in their mind. Definitely, don’t give up, keep dancing!

Hi there! I’ve been a dancer for 14 years and am looking to audition for some cruise lines, but I’m really struggling to find any where I don’t have to sing– and I’m not much of a singer. It seems every time I think I’ve found one, I get further into the details and find that even dancers will still be expected to sing at the audition. Any advice for finding auditions without singing?? Thanks!

Hey Erin, there are plenty of dancer-only calls still out there. Lines like Celebrity and Princess still hire traditional production casts of Singers and Dancers. But lines like Carnival have switched to casts of singer/dancers. My suggestion would be to find 2 to 3 songs (of different styles) and really work on them. Hire a vocal coach for a few lessons if you need help. This way, if you’re ever at a dancer call and they catch you off guard with a vocal component, you’ll be prepared. Most of the time when they are searching for “dancers who sing” they’re merely looking that you can hold a tune and that you’re not tone deaf. Dancers are rarely mic-ed, but they often have to pretend as if they’re singing and look believable.

Hi Kelsey, I am from India & completed our classical dance bharatnatyam when I was in 8th standard. I have even trained and performed for other folk dance like lavni and even contemporary and hip hop. I am starting with ballet from next upcoming month. I am looking my dream job to get into cruise and work with a company. Please guide me, through the long lasting cheerful process of getting one.

David W Gant

Hi! My daughter is a Freshman Musical Theater major at a conservatory and is hoping to work on a cruise ship during the summer as a performer… do you know if any of them hire for summer or are most of the contracts longer?

Unfortunately, most cruise ship contracts are anywhere from 6-10 months long. However, RWS & Associates (the entertainment production company for Holland America Line) JUST announced that it is putting together a performance troop to be “guest entertainers,” aboard their ships. This means contracts are shorter (around 4 months) and the performers get elevated privileges and accommodations onboard. You can find out more at http://www.rwsnyc.com and find announcements for upcoming auditions. Good luck!

Hi! I was wondering one thing that are these cruise ships accept foreign dancers auditions? I live in turkey and ım looking for the audition to dance one of these ships. ıf is it yes do ı have any chance as a contemporary dancer.

Good news, cruise ships do hire foreign dancers! The most popular countries to hire from are the US, UK, Canada and Australia however I’ve met dancers from Japan and Eastern Europe as well. You may have to travel to the nearest audition city to you, but there’s no reason why you wouldn’t be eligible to be a dancer. As a contemporary dancer, you can certainly have a chance at being cast, but the most important quality will be being a diverse dancer skilled in a variety of styles. Break a leg!

Hello, my daughter is 17 (18 in September). She wants to audition, as she is a great dancer, acrobat and contortionist. Can she still audition to be potentially on the On Call list for when she is 18? or does she have to wait to be 18 to audition? It only says you have to be 18 to be hired.

Hi! Your articles have been so helpful! I auditioned for Norwegian this month and was filmed for all dances, made it past all the cuts. However, at the end the director held a small group of dancers back to chat and said the rest of us were done (unless we intended to come back for the dancer/singer portion). There wasn’t communication that we had been cut, just that they needed to speak with this smaller group for a bit. Does that mean I am on the “hire list” awaiting an opening?

Glad you’re finding my articles helpful! Please let me know if there are any other dance topics you’d like me to cover.

Regarding your Norwegian audition, congrats! Sounds like you did well and got far. I would follow up with the casting director from your audition and just let him/her know how interested you are in working for the company and what other material you can compile for them that they didn’t see at the audition. This shows them that 1. You’re eager to work for them, and 2. acts as a followup to see what you’re standing is with the company.

Let me know what you hear back!

Zsolt Bagdi

Hi Kelsey! I love your article, very very helpful. Will you be able to direct me to entertainment casting contact?