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Carnival Splendor’s Shows Bring a Little ‘Rock and Roll,’Splash of the Tropics to Europe

joyce06 — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:39:14 +0000

When the new 113,300-ton Carnival Splendor debuts in Europe July 2, 2008, so will three fun and high-energy revues – “The Beat,” “Vrooom,” and “Fiesta Latina” – which will be showcased in the ship’s elegant multi-level theater, Spectacular Spectacular.

“The Beat” is Carnival’s newest production and will offer a wide selection of fast-paced hit songs from Prince and Peter Gabriel, and a high-kicking tribute to Gerry Lee Lewis and Billy Joel, all accompanied by an elaborate display of video animation, digital lasers and other special effects. With highly detailed costumes and set designs and precision choreography, “The Beat” is sure to have guests energized and ready to dance.

“Vrooom” pays tributes to a number of memorable rock-and-roll stars in history, and features the music of such artists as Bob Seger and Huey Lewis & the News, as well as an entire section dedicated to the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis. Continuing down memory lane, guests will also revisit the famous “British Invasion,” as well as the cool, toe-tapping sounds of Motown. The show ends with a tribute to Queen and some of their biggest hits.

The third show, “Fiesta Latina,” showcases popular Caribbean and Latin American sounds, through the pulsating beats of artists such as the Mambo Kings and Gloria Estefan, just to name a few. The catchy beats and rhythms of the tropics, along with colorful costumes, sets and a breathtaking display of technical wizardry, will surely have guests on their feet.

The three shows are staged in the multi-level theater, Spectacular Spectacular, whose elegant design includes a striking décor of oversized fiberglass stage curtains throughout the room and large chandeliers with strings of beads hanging down, creating a dramatic effect. Each show makes maximum use of the theater’s technological advances, which include a revolving stage, rising orchestra pit, “fly-in” scenery capabilities, a bank of special effects, and a multimillion-dollar sound and lighting system.

Carnival Splendor is set to debut July 2, 2008, with an eight-day voyage from Genoa followed by the launch of 12-day Northern Europe cruises from London (Dover) July 13, 2008. The ship will then be deployed to Rome (Civitavecchia) for 12-day voyages to the Mediterranean, Greece and Turkey then reposition to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., for seven-day Caribbean departures. Following a series of 14- to 18-day South America voyages, Carnival Splendor begins year-round seven-day Mexican Riviera voyages from Long Beach, Calif., March 29, 2009.

For additional information and reservations, contact any travel agent, call 1-800-CARNIVAL or visit carnival.com.

Award Winning!

joyce06 — Fri, 30 May 2008 17:47:50 +0000

Carnival’s entertainment and video services departments continue to earn accolades, receiving awards of excellence for Web site design and video animation in two recent industry competitions.

The line’s newly revamped entertainment recruitment site, www.carnivalentertainment.com, received two distinguished honors – the Silver Award in the 2008 Communicator Awards and a Bronze Award in the 29th Annual Telly Awards.
Carnival’s video services department received a Bronze Telly Award for its role in creating custom-designed video animation in conjunction with the launch of Carnival’s top-rated teen program, “Club O2.”

Congratulations to all!

Practice Makes Perfect: Rehearsals Underway For Revues On New Carnival Splendor

joyce06 — Mon, 05 May 2008 16:26:14 +0000

Although the Carnival Splendor doesn’t set sail until July, preparations are already underway for three show-stopping revues that will take place in the ship’s multi-level theatre, Splendid Spectacular.

Dozens of talented singers, dancers, choreographers, and directors were in Miami last week rehearsing their roles in the lavish production shows – Vroom!,” “Fiesta Latina,” and “The Beat” – each of which features fast-paced musical numbers and precision choreography.

Carnival Splendor’s 18 dancers are all highly experienced and talented and many of them have performed with top choreographers and artists, while the two production singers have extensive stage credits.

Behind-the-scenes, there are nearly 40 hard-working technicians who are in charge of installing special effects such as lasers and pyrotechnics, along with stage hands, and sound and lighting technicians, carpenters, and backstage crew who are doing all they can to make sure that the fireworks spark on cue and lights and sound are working properly for opening night.

All of these individuals are part of Carnival Productions, which stages nearly 35 shows aboard 22 “Fun Ships” sailing throughout North America and Europe.

For more information and details on the Carnival Splendor’s lavish production shows, visit www.carnival.com/splendor.