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Azamara Journey Debuts New Entertainment Experiences at Sea

Sunday, June 21, 2026
By Azamara Cruises

The new program expands Azamara Cruises’ onboard entertainment following its debut aboard Azamara Pursuit

MIAMI, May 21, 2026 – Azamara Cruises, the small-ship cruise line renowned for Destination Immersion® and Extended Destination Days, is continuing the rollout of its new onboard entertainment program aboard Azamara Journey with the debut of original stage productions created in partnership with RWS Global, the world leader in live experiences across entertainment and sports. Following the successful launch aboard Azamara Pursuit last month, Azamara Journey becomes the second ship in the fleet to introduce the brand’s reimagined evening entertainment experience, combining live music, immersive storytelling, dynamic performances, and cinematic visuals.

Launching May 21, 2026 during the Spain Intensive Cruise visiting Barcelona, Ibiza & Majorca, guests aboard Azamara Journey will experience two exclusive new productions—’Rendezvous in Paris’ and ‘Cinemaphonic’—alongside the fleet-wide shows ‘Written in the Stars’ and ‘Vinyl Records: The Studio Sessions.’

“Entertainment is an essential part of the onboard experience, and we’re excited to continue evolving our programming aboard Azamara Journey,” said Simon Blacoe, Vice President of Hotel Operations at Azamara Cruises. “These new productions bring together incredible talent, memorable music, and immersive storytelling to create dynamic performances that guests can enjoy throughout their sailing.”

Azamara Journey

Developed exclusively for Azamara Cruises, the new productions combine live music, theatrical storytelling, striking visuals, and contemporary choreography to create immersive, high-energy entertainment experiences onboard.

  • Azamara Journey
    • Rendezvous in Paris – A flirty and sophisticated cabaret that reimagines a Parisian dream with dazzling couture costumes inspired by the Lido de Paris and the cheeky flair of Blanc de Blanc. Set to the velvety sounds of classics from Moulin Rouge to Édith Piaf, the show sparkles with elegance, playful audience interaction, and a touch of Parisian charm. With opulent visuals and cast full of personality, Rendezvous in Paris is a charming delight from start to finish.
    • Cinemaphonic – A high-excitement musical revue following four starry-eyed dreamers from casting calls to award shows. Packed with showstoppers, mashups, and movie magic, this glitzy backstage-to-spotlight spectacle blends Golden Age glamour with a pop-chart punch.
  • Featured Across the Fleet (shows to debut on Azamara Onward and Azamara Quest at a later date): 
    • Written in the Stars– Written in the Stars invites the Azamara audience on a breathtaking theatrical journey, where the night sky becomes a living canvas of performance, storytelling, and wonder. Guided by celestial muses, two star-crossed lovers embark on a journey that begins in a grand library and sweeps them into a world beyond the page. 
    • Vinyl Records: The Studio Sessions– A high-energy spectacle electrifying the stage with dynamic dancers, live musicians, multimedia projection, and bold storytelling, set within the immersive aesthetic of a vintage recording studio. 

The new entertainment initiative reflects Azamara Cruises’ continued investment in enriching the onboard guest experience through original productions inspired by culture, music, and travel. Following the debut aboard Azamara Pursuit and now Azamara Journey, the new shows will continue rolling out across the fleet aboard Azamara Quest on November 26, 2026 and Azamara Onward on April 13, 2027.

The expanded multi-year partnership builds upon a creative relationship between Azamara and RWS Global, originally established in 2017. 

About Azamara Cruises:   Azamara Cruises is a small-ship cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion® experiences. With a fleet of four intimate-style ships, Azamara Journey®, Azamara Quest®, Azamara Pursuit®, and Azamara Onward®, the cruise line allows travelers to reach marquee ports around the world and dock in smaller, hidden gem destinations. Azamara Cruises is committed to creating immersive experiences for guests through Extended Destination Days (10 or more hours in port) for a more meaningful travel experience. Through their deep understanding of hospitality and commitment to delivering exceptional service, guests can experience an intimate hotel at sea. Through Always Azamara guests can know what's always included; a variety of dining venues plus room service, drinks including alcohol all day and night, tips & gratuities, exclusive cultural events, and unlimited self-service laundry; and what is always expected when sailing with Azamara Cruises; no hassle, no crowds, unique & iconic destinations, overnights, and Extended Destination Days. Additionally, guests can also take advantage of exclusive loyalty membership benefits through the Azamara Circle Program. Azamara has received several awards and recognitions including Condé Nast Traveler’s “Reader’s Choice Awards”, Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Awards,” US News & World Report “Best Cruise Lines,” and more. 
For more information visit www.azamara.com  
 
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About RWS Global:
RWS Global is the world leader in groundbreaking live moments across entertainment and sports, creating customized guest experiences spanning theatrical productions, live events, immersive destinations, multimedia, consumer products, and more. 

RWS Global is headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Riyadh, Orlando and Sydney with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base. With a focus on entertainment and sports experiences, RWS Global serves major brands and corporations, theaters, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, RWS Global’s team of world-class designers, creators, producers and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals and performers worldwide.   
The RWS Global roster of clients includes Apple, Azamara Cruises, The Coca-Cola Company, Commonwealth Games, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, International Cricket Council, Invictus Games, Lionsgate, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Rugby World Cup, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros., Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes and more. For more information, visit  rwsglobal.com. 

 

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