MSC Cruises To Debut Dirty Dancing In Concert

MSC Cruises will debut the first-ever Dirty Dancing in Concert at sea onboard the cruise line's new flagship MSC World America, which will set sail in April 2025.

This brand-new entertainment offering will take the beloved Lionsgate film to the next level, featuring live singers, dancers and musicians to bring the iconic movie's screening to life.

Additionally, MSC World America will showcase a variety of other dazzling new entertainment options to wow guests of all ages, ranging from spectacular stage shows to enriching activities, games, and more. The ship will be the first from the cruise line to feature seven onboard districts, designed to allow the whole family to choose their own holiday adventure and get the most out of their time onboard.

“Delivering a diverse entertainment lineup for every type of holidaymaker is central to creating an unforgettable cruise experience. MSC World America provides an incredible platform to push the boundaries of entertainment at sea, and we’re introducing some exciting new concepts and productions.

Our headline entertainment experiences, Dirty Dancing in Concert in the World Theatre and Queen Symphonic in the Panorama Lounge, will be unlike anything previously seen on our ships, resonating with both American and international audiences. These are just the beginning of our extensive entertainment options, which include an adults-only Comedy Club, authentic Duelling Pianos, and interactive family game shows. The onboard entertainment truly must be seen to be believed.”

- Steve Leatham, Vice President of Entertainment at MSC Cruises

Each sailing onboard MSC World America will include multiple chances to enjoy Dirty Dancing in Concert, including a matinee performance on sea days. During the 90-minute live-to-film concert, a live band and singers will belt out the classic songs in sync with the movie, with dancers amping up the atmosphere. The event will culminate in a finale where guests will be invited to dance in the aisles and sing along in a Dirty Dancing-themed after-party that continues the celebration well into the night.

In addition to Dirty Dancing in Concert, guests onboard this ship will enjoy an impressive array of captivating international entertainment for all ages and tastes, with new performances that will provide live concert experiences, magic shows and enchanting modern circus-style shows. Furthermore, there will be immersive activities to enjoy at Luna Park: from e-gaming and dance classes to family gameshows and themed experiences.

Theatrical Productions Onboard MSC World America

World Theatre

Produced in collaboration with industry-leading creators and producers, four new awe-inspiring entertainment experiences will take to the stage at the 1,150-seat World Theatre.

• NEW Dirty Dancing In Concert: a live-to-film concert experience of the classic Lionsgate film, brought to life with singers, dancers, and musicians.

• NEW Odyssey: A captivating acrobatic spectacle set against the dreamlike backdrop of an ethereal journey influenced by Homer’s Odyssey.

• NEW Momentous: One of the largest illusion shows ever produced at sea, featuring a renowned resident guest artist who will captivate and amaze audiences with impressive magic moments.

• NEW Hall of Fame: Experience the ultimate live pop concert featuring the iconic music and unforgettable moments of pop legends.

Panorama Lounge

The Panorama Lounge features two incredible live theatrical music concerts on various nights of the week, along with wellness programming during the day. MSC Cruises has collaborated with multi-award-winning production company TBI Media, who specialise in creating and producing content for leading artists, broadcasters and major brands, from the Disney Theatrical Group to TikTok, and major large-scale live events for BBC television and radio.

• NEW Queen Symphonic: This exclusive version of the international hit concert *Queen Rock Symphonic* showcases a spectacular blend of Queen's greatest hits on a theatrical scale. Performed by a live rock band alongside talented singers, dancers, and acrobatics, this dynamic event features a 36-piece orchestra on screen - specially recorded for this production.

• NEW Cinesonic: A breathtaking concert of iconic movie songs and cinematic scores, brought to life by state-of-the-art motion graphics and exhilarating performances from a cast of superb singers, dancers and acrobats. With exciting new musical arrangements crafted exclusively for MSC Cruises, this concert celebrates the very best of movie magic!

Street Theatre

During their time onboard MSC World America guests will also be able to enjoy a variety of surprise pop-up moments from world-class performances throughout the entire ship.

Immersive Activities At Luna Park

Luna Park will be the ultimate entertainment hub onboard MSC World America, serving as a go-to venue for dynamic and progressive events during the cruise with activities from day to night.

Daytime activities include dance classes, enrichment talks, movies, e-gaming and virtual reality experiences, while evening activities include family and kids’ parties, family gameshows and late-night themed experiences for adults- including a Miami Nights and Après, a Euro Alpine Party.

MSC World America's Newest Venue- The Loft

The Loft will be a new venue onboard MSC World America, catering to the North American market. This exciting new venue will provide a space for adults to come together and enjoy evening entertainment that continues late into the night, with duelling pianos, comedy shows, karaoke and a late-night DJ.