Singing the Blues at Sea

FAT CATS JAZZ & BLUES CLUB
Inside or Oceanside, blues never sounded so good.

Dark wood floors. Exposed brick. Legends of decades past hanging on the walls. From the moment you step inside, you’ll feel you’re in a swingin’ New York City jazz club. Keep an eye–and ear–open for New York blues star, Slam Allen, who will perform live on most nights.

His unique blend of soul and blues is a style all his own. Whether you’re watching a five-piece performance inside or sitting outside on The Waterfront enjoying a drink, the ocean breeze and the cool sounds, this is the place for some of the best live jazz and blues music you’ll hear at sea.

 New York’s very own Slam Allen made a name for himself when he headlined the house band in the Jazz & Blues Club on Norwegian Epic, and now he will return to center stage in Fat Cats Jazz & Blues Club on Norwegian Breakaway.  Blowing audiences away with his soulfully intense blues and jazz performances, Slam has been entertaining audiences for over 20 years.

Guests can sit back and relax in one of the comfortable leather chairs or couches of this hipster-inspired space, while whales away – pouring his heart and soul into every single song. And, only on Norwegian Breakaway, can guests also enjoy his smooth sounds while sitting on The Waterfront, with a drink in hand, taking in the warm ocean breeze.

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Entertainment Value on Allure and Oasis of the Seas

On Oasis of the Seas® and Allure of the Seas SM, Royal Caribbean’s most innovative ships yet, guests will experience a collection of amazing experiences that challenge all limitations—except the limitations of their wallet. That’s because on ships offering more activities, dining venues, and entertainment options than any other vessel, nearly everything is covered by your fare. The extensive list below details the Oasis class’ complimentary onboard experiences.

ENTERTAINMENT

The DreamWorks Experience®

Memorable moments with favorite characters
from Shrek®, Madagascar®, Kung Fu PandaTM and other films, in shows, parades, mealtime appearances, and photo opportunities.

 
Aqua shows

Dancers, divers and acrobats perform in the one-of-a-kind AquaTheater, against a spectacular backdrop of synchronized, backlit fountains and the wide open ocean.

Broadway shows

It’s all that jazz and much, much more, with stage favorites including Hairspray and Broadway hit Chicago: The Musical in the state-of-the-art Amber and Opal Theaters.

Plus….

• Ice skating shows
• Parades and parties on the Royal Promenade
• Comedy club
• Live jazz club
• Nightclubs
• Karaoke bar
• Sing-along piano bar


All this entertainment is included in your cruise fare making a vacation on Oasis of the Seas or Allure of the Seas an outstanding value. Check our FB fan page for more photos and information about these ships.

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Hairspray the Musical Oasis of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International is known for their fantastic production shows, and when Oasis of the Seas begins sailing in December 2009, that tradition will continue. The Tony award-winning Broadway-licensed musical, 'Hairspray,' is set to debut in the ship's grand Opal Theater.

According to Peter Compton, RCI's Vice President Entertainment, "The show is licensed to Royal Caribbean International for three years aboard Oasis of the Seas with an option for a fourth year. Under the agreement, which was struck with the aid of New York City-based Music Theater International and Broadway Theatrical, the show will be available exclusively to the cruise line, ensuring the 'feel good' performance will be the only of its kind at sea."

'Hairspray' had a seven year run on Broadway, which ended this past January, and is still dazzling audiences at London's West End. The show is set in the 1960s and tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big aspirations who wins a spot on a local TV dance program and finds herself transformed into a teen sensation.

Rehersals are underway onboard the Oasis as she sails across the Atlantic. In the following two videos, you can get a glipmse of the rehersals as well as learn more about the musical entertainment onboard.

Captains Log Day 5 Video: Broadway Debuts at Sea (click here)

Captains Log Day 9 Video: Playing a Perfect Octave (click here)

The show will be offered three or four times on each seven-night cruise itinerary, ensuring that guests have the opportunity to see the show at their leisure during their vacation.

Other entertainment offerings include a yet to be announced aerial show, which will also appear in Opal Theater, jazz perfomances in Jazz on 4, a comedy show in Comedy Live, an ice show in Studio B, and two aqua shows 'Splish Splash,' a comedy dive show and 'Oasis of Dreams,' featuring aquatic acrobatics synchronized to a spectacle of music and lights which will performed in the AquaTheater.

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