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Event Voyages
Dance the Atlantic
Anthony Inglis and the UK
National Symphony Orchestra
September 11–18, 2023
August 11–18, 2023
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Join Dance the Atlantic, an exquisite Event Voyage that
celebrates the world of dance. This sailing brings the
opportunity to become absorbed in the remarkable talent
of English National Ballet, with access to rehearsals,
workshops, classes and performances in the beautiful
Royal Court Theatre.
Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of classical music
on this Event Voyage brought to you by eminent maestro
Anthony Inglis, conducting the UK’s National Symphony
Orchestra, while gaining a fascinating insight into the
world of this celebrated and charismatic conductor,
as Inglis shares stories about his distinguished career.
Delight in the opportunity to watch two superb evening
performances of classical music in the majestic Royal Court
Theatre on board. Conducted by Anthony Inglis, the UK’s
talented National Symphony Orchestra starts the week
with a concert of all-American music, a performance
that includes Gershwin’s evergreen Rhapsody in Blue.
Then, before arrival in London, these skilled musicians
present a rapturous concert celebrating Best of British,
an unforgettable evening of popular, stirring favorites filled
with passion, color and entertainment. While a specially
curated matinee performance brings together much-loved
pieces from world-renowned European composers.
A regular favorite in the Cunard calendar, this popular
voyage never fails to delight and inspire.
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Take your Cunard voyage to new heights thanks to
this seven-day program of inspiring events designed
to celebrate the written word in all its variety.
Find yourself absorbed in a true literary haven, surrounded
by fellow book lovers, at our unique Literature Festival at Sea.
This event, curated by the programming team of The Times
and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival,
sees authors, poets, journalists, critics and historians unite,
bringing the spirit of the Festival while on board.
Guests include bestselling authors Lynda La Plante,
Kate Mosse and Anthony Beevor; journalists Julia Wheeler,
Daniel Finkelstein and Alex Clark; literary agent
Luigi Bonomi; and former British Home Secretary and
author Alan Johnson, to name just a few.
Start your morning with a daily dose of the news from
The Times journalists, before losing yourself in thoughtprovoking conversation at workshops, Q&A sessions,
and speaker events that cover all manner of subjects,
both fact and fiction. Listen as literary greats discuss books,
art, film, history and politics, and meet your favorite writers
at intimate book signings. Find bookish delights around
every corner on this voyage that promises to both
elevate and enlighten.
For latest fare information visit Cunard.com
Be a part of this extraordinary Transatlantic Crossing that
offers an up close and personal insight into the magic that
English National Ballet creates on stage, and all the work
that goes into it. Delight in the chance to meet and mingle
with English National Ballet dancers, who will welcome you
to watch their morning ballet class in the Queens Room.
You can even drop in on a rehearsal as the dancers perfect
their movements and work on new choreography.
Attend special workshops led by English National Ballet
choreographers, where you’ll have the chance to experience
the joy of dancing and glean expert advice to work on
your own ability. Listen to Cunard Insight talks that offer
a fascinating illumination of life in this tough but elegant
world and discover more about the dedication and
exhilaration of a dancer’s life.
As the perfect culmination of all that comprises this
Event Voyage, English National Ballet will treat guests to
a memorable performance at the Royal Court Theatre.
Combining steps from a wealth of classical and
contemporary dances, this superb occasion will demonstrate
the huge breadth of the company’s repertoire.
Literature Festival at Sea
November 19–26, 2023
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Big Band Ball
May 5–14, 2024
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Step aboard Queen Elizabeth for a voyage to remember.
Inspired by the iconic Big Bands of the Swing era, Cunard’s
Big Band Ball brings together eminent musicians from across
the ship to create a swinging 18-piece orchestra for one very
special evening.
Don your finest eveningwear and make your way to the
Queens Room where the band will delight with music from
Glenn Miller, Count Basie and Duke Ellington, while the
vocalists perform songs from the likes of Ella Fitzgerald,
Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan and The Rat Pack, and their
modern-day counterparts, Michael Bublé, Jamie Cullum,
and Harry Connick Jr.
Your days at sea can be spent perfecting your steps for the
night ahead with our expert-led dance classes or enjoying
a variety of live music throughout the ship. This nine-night
voyage will depart from Tokyo, tracing the shores of Japan
and South Korea and promises to be a spectacular event for
dance and music lovers everywhere.
Call (800) 728-6273
Speakers and events are subject to change.
Contact your Travel Advisor
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