Beetlejuice at sea

Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that Beetlejuice the Musical will be the headline production on its newest ship, Norwegian Viva, debuting in August.

This marks the first time the 90-minute Broadway adaptation of Tim Burton’s 1988 film will be performed at sea, with paranormal antics heightened at the three-storey multi-purpose Viva Theatre & Club and its immersive special effects and cutting-edge lighting and audio.

The theatre will feature a multi-story video wall, chandelier and VIP lounge seating, making it the ideal venue for Vegas-style night club events.

“We pride ourselves on not only delivering amazing performances for theatre fans but introducing guests to Broadway and West End-calibre shows, made even more special by the incredible setting of the Viva Theatre & Club that seamlessly transforms from a best-in-class theatre experience to an expansive nightclub,” said Senior Vice President of Entertainment and Cruise Programming for NCL, Richard Ambrose.

Other productions aboard the Norwegian Viva include the Improv @ Sea Comedy Club and Syd Norman's Pour House featuring rock-and-roll tributes to Fleetwood Mac, the Rolling Stones, and other classic rock artists.