NCL is ‘Concluding’ Run of Broadway Present

Norwegian Cruise Line has formally confirmed that the Broadway hit Jersey Boys is concluding its run on Norwegian Bliss.

The change was highlighted by a social media submit from a cruise passenger that shared a letter from NCL informing cruisers of the replace. Whereas the present has been a staple of Norwegian Bliss for years (for the reason that ship’s debut in 2018), the cruise line is shifting on to different leisure choices.

Message from the Cruise Line

Within the letter despatched to impacted passengers, NCL defined that the transition is a part of an effort to refresh leisure on board. The letter acknowledged:

“As we put together for this upcoming voyage, we need to share a fast replace about our leisure lineup. ‘Jersey Boys’ can be concluding its run within the Bliss Theater. “

The cruise line clarified that somewhat having one other musical exchange the favored present, they’re shifting towards a rotating assortment of performers.

The discover explains that the theater will provide a few of the following:

• Comedians
• Magicians
• Jugglers
• Specialty acts designed to supply “extra selection” all through the voyage.

Why the Change?

This transfer isn’t simply occurring on Norwegian Bliss. Over the previous few years, Norwegian Cruise Line has been phasing out a number of of its Broadway productions like ‘SIX’, ‘Footloose’, and ‘Kinky Boots’.

The cruise line’s present technique seems to concentrate on in-house productions.  Through the use of a rotating solid there’s just a little extra flexibility to alter leisure with out the large overhead and licensing required for a Broadway manufacturing.  That being stated, no official cause has been acknowledged for the change.

What the Group is Saying

Whereas some on-line feedback mirrored pleasure for some new leisure, many common cruisers had been upset within the cancellation of the present.

One NCL cruiser expressed frustration over the timing, stating that there appears to be a spot within the schedule which leaves some sailings proper in the midst of an leisure “void.”

Others identified the sensible difficulties of the present itself, guessing that as a result of the lead function of Frankie Valli is so notoriously tough to solid, it could have merely grow to be too tough to keep up the manufacturing long-term.

One cruiser shared that they had been significantly “bummed out” as a result of they’re crusing with a guardian who is a large fan of that period of music and can now miss out on the expertise.

What’s Subsequent?

The fan-favorite present ‘Choir of Man’ is ready to take over the Bliss Theater beginning in March 2026.

Till then, passengers crusing throughout the transition interval ought to hold a detailed eye on the cruise line’s app and e-newsletter to see which specialty headliners can be taking the stage for his or her particular dates.

Norwegian Bliss is at the moment providing 7-day cruises out of San Pedro, California, visiting ports of name like Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Cabo San Lucas.