Cruise Ships Reimagine Entertainment with Broadway Shows

Celebrity Xcel, setting sail in November 2025, is redefining cruise ship entertainment by making it the central focus of the vacation experience. The ship boasts an ambitious lineup, including original theater productions, interactive club shows, and destination-inspired festivals like The Bazaar, all powered by over 75 resident performers.

These aren't typical ship shows; they are Broadway-caliber productions developed by a creative team with extensive experience in film, television, and theater. Productions like 'Between Takes' and 'Mainstage' offer sophisticated storytelling and choreography, designed to fully immerse passengers in the performance.

Celebrity Xcel's entertainment extends to unique venues like The Bazaar, a multi-level space that transforms into a cabaret-meets-street-show experience, blurring the lines between audience and performer. The ship also features advanced technology, including a large kinetic LED screen and dynamic lighting, to create truly immersive worlds.

The ship's inaugural season, beginning November 2025, offers seven-night itineraries from Fort Lauderdale to various Caribbean destinations. In Summer 2026, Celebrity Xcel will expand to Europe with sailings from Athens and Barcelona, providing a unique blend of onboard entertainment and exotic destinations.