Embark on an unforgettable journey aboard Royal Caribbean International’s #IconoftheSeas, where entertainment takes center stage like never before. Set to launch in January 2024, this groundbreaking cruise introduces a bold lineup of full-scale shows across four signature stages – air, ice, water, and theater – creating a dazzling experience for families and vacationers of all types.
“Making an Icon: Creating Show-Stopping Entertainment” offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the meticulous process of bringing these productions to life. From designing venues to casting skateboarders and high divers, this extraordinary endeavor, five years in the making, promises a playbill tailored for every taste.
Perched atop Icon of the Seas, the transformative AquaDome serves as a tranquil oasis by day, offering panoramic ocean views and a mesmerizing waterfall. As night falls, it transforms into a vibrant hotspot, featuring restaurants, bars, and marquee aqua shows at the next-level AquaTheater.
The reimagined Royal Promenade hosts Royal Caribbean’s largest and boldest ice arena to date – Absolute Zero. Here, cutting-edge technology and Olympic-level ice skaters converge to deliver showstopping entertainment.
Developed in-house, Icon’s productions showcase over 75 world-class performers across the AquaDome, AquaTheater, Royal Theater, and Absolute Zero. State-of-the-art technology, including 3D flying systems and robot arms, enhances the experience, while 50 live musicians and comedians set the tone throughout Icon.
Nick Weir, Senior Vice President of Entertainment, Royal Caribbean International, shares, “Icon of the Seas takes live entertainment to the next level, offering a combination of Broadway-style productions, live music, and comedy found in hotspots like Las Vegas.”
Entertainment highlights on Icon include “Aqua Action!” – a high-octane production featuring high divers, skateboarders, aerialists, and synchronized swimmers, and “Pirates vs. Mermaids” – a mythical showdown for all ages.
In the Royal Theater, iconic productions like “The Wizard of Oz” and “SHOWBAND! Live. Music. Now.” take center stage, captivating audiences with innovative set designs and chart-topping musical performances.
Absolute Zero introduces thrilling ice performances, including “Starburst: Elemental Beauty” and “Once Upon a Time: The King’s Royal Ball,” tailor-made for young vacationers and their families.
Beyond the stage, nine hotspots on Icon celebrate live music across various genres, and the Manhattan-inspired Comedy Club guarantees laughter for adults.
“SHIPS AHOY!” brings a maritime spectacle to the reimagined Royal Promenade, showcasing the skills and wits of swashbucklers and sailors.
Vacationers can delve into the making of this entertainment marvel through Royal Caribbean’s video series, “Making an Icon: Creating Show-Stopping Entertainment.”
Icon isn’t just about entertainment; it redefines vacations with record-breaking waterslides, seven pools, and a variety of dining options across eight neighborhoods. Explore the eastern and western Caribbean and The Bahamas on Icon’s 7-night vacations, including stops at St. Kitts & Nevis, Roatan, Cozumel, and the award-winning Perfect Day at CocoCay.
For more details about Icon, visit www.RoyalCaribbean.com/Icon and get ready to create unforgettable memories on the vacation of a lifetime.
