Inspired by my recent trip to see Royal Caribbeanâ??s Jewel of the Seas, I decided to find out more about the entertainment onboard having heard so much about it. Royal Caribbean prides itself on its entertainment programme. You could be forgiven for thinking youâ??re actually in the West End rather than in the Coral Theatre onboard Jewel of the Seas. Shows include â??From West End to Broadwayâ? featuring musical numbers from Cole Porter to Les Miserable, â??City of Dreamsâ? with music from artists such as Elton John and Celine Dion, and â??Tango Buenos Airesâ? starring Argentine dancers and musicians. Shows are put on twice each night to tie in with the two dinner sittings, so you wonâ??t miss out, and are not repeated during the cruise â?? just the thing for theatre lovers.

As well as being wowed in the Coral Theatre onboard Royal Caribbeanâ??s Jewel of the Seas, you can take part in numerous activities throughout the day, including gaming lessons (perfect for trying to make your fortune in the casino), game shows and piano lessons.

I went behind the scenes to ask Bobby Brown, the Cruise Director on Jewel of the Seas, a few questions about the entertainment onboard the ship. Born in Scotland, Bobby started his entertainment career at a very young 5 years old, competing in ballroom dancing competitions around the world. In 1998 he moved to London where he met his wife and together they competed professionally in ballroom dancing, reaching the rank of 19th in the world (a future dancer on Strictly Come Dancing perhaps). Bobby first started working in the cruise industry when he joined Sun Line Cruises in 1993 before moving to Royal Caribbean in 1995.How long have you been in charge of entertainment on Jewel of the Seas?

Since November 2006, but I have been with Royal Caribbean International since 1995, when I started as cruise activities staff on Legend of the Seas. I moved to assistant cruise director in 1996 on Majesty of the Seas and was then promoted to Cruise Director in 1997. I have served on Legend of the Seas, Majesty of the Seas, Rhapsody of the Seas, Vision of the Seas, Brilliance of the Seas and Jewel of the Seas.How far ahead do you plan the entertainment itinerary?

Guest entertainers can be booked as much as one year in advance, although we do have changes in the entertainment schedule sometimes just days before the start of the cruise. Guest activities are finalized only days before a cruise starts as we keep up to date with the final figures for guest demographics. What is your favourite part of being in charge of entertainment?

Seeing smiles on the guestsâ?? faces and hearing their comments about how much they enjoyed the entertainer. Which show has been your favourite so far?

Ben Vereen (US star of stage and TV), Gordy Brown (singer impersonator who is big in Las Vegas) and Scott Record (US singing comedy impressionist).Who is the most famous person you have had onboard providing entertainment?

Ben Vereen. Inside Cruise: For those of you havenâ??t heard of Ben Vereen, he started his career in Broadway during the 1960s and has also appeared on TV (including Star Trek: The Next Generation and Greyâ??s Anatomy) and in films (including Funny Lady and All That Jazz). Who would you like to have as part of the entertainment?

Scott Record, an incredible act. His show is unbelievable and I have seen him get a standing ovation in the first 10 minutes of his show. He is the only act I know that sings New York, New York as if it was skipping on an old juke box!How many entertainment staff are onboard?

In all there are 71 onboard made up of 4 singers, 8 dancers, 25 musicians,11 technicians, 10 youth staff, 2 sports staff and 11 activities staff.

Phew! With such a range of quality entertainers and acts onboard youâ??ll be hard pushed to be bored on Jewel of the Seas.

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Generally the special ceremonies of light display begin in the season of the holidays. People get the privilege to enjoy at the most by viewing these spectacular displays of different types of lights in various amusement parks. To add some more entertainment for the music lovers, grand rocking music’s are featured live by some music bands. The ramp gets heated much when fashion shows are being presented. Often, some local celebrities make special appearances among the crowd allowing common people to take some pictures along with them.

There are also some venues in Australia where special entertainment programs are usually featured for kids entertainment. These holiday shows includes some breathtaking performances by magicians and other forms of childrens entertainment. Gift cards, sweets, gifts or chocolates are often distributed among the kids.

The organizers usually try their best to include something interesting and enjoyable for children entertainment parties. Live shows like dancing, singing and other entertainment programs are organized to entertain the kids. Often the kids also participate in these various programs to show off their talent.

There are some destinations in Australia which are famous to have a unique experience in holiday shopping. It includes wide varieties of malls for shopping, meeting all our necessary needs. The whole shopping experience becomes more enjoyable at Christmas time when Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause assists and helps people to buy any items.

The various sports events which are being organized also attract the visitors, particularly the people who love sports. There are also some other entertaining activities like festivals of art and carnivals.

The holiday shows are also presented with some fun projects for children entertainment. The various programs of the fun and most enjoying projects usually encourage children to increase their creativity. Besides these, various puppet shows along with some movies are generally presented keeping in mind for the amusement of the kids.

Brisbane is often regarded as the Entertainment Capital of Australia. It meets all the expectations of all ages of people when presented with some entertainment and breathtaking live shows there. It is often difficult in choosing the best shows of all, as there so many attractive and enjoying shows that happen all throughout the holidays. More than hundreds of special shows are usually presented for the amusement for all in the holidays. But the form of entertainment one looks for depends on the choice of an individual which varies from person to person.

There are also some magic shows by reputed Magicians showing their magical skills. They often invite children from the crowd for assisting them which increases the curiosity among kids. Circus shows are too presented adding kids entertainment.

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