🎭 Lights, Laughter & Late Nights: Why We Loved the Entertainment on NCL Getaway

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 One of the absolute highlights of cruising for us? The shows. Always the shows. And on our recent voyage aboard the Norwegian Getaway, the entertainment did not disappoint!

🎬 Broadway at Sea – Twice!

We’ve cruised with Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) before—most memorably on the NCL Encore, where we were blown away by a single Broadway-style show about an Irish pub. It was so good, we went twice and loved every second of it.

So when we boarded the Getaway, we wondered what their show selection would be like.

To our surprise and delight: two Broadway-style shows—with the same talented cast performing both! Each performance was polished, energetic, and totally Broadway-worthy. We appreciated how the shows were different enough in style and story that it never felt repetitive. Hats off to the cast and crew for pulling double duty!

Just a heads-up: 📸 No photos or video allowed during the performances. We saw a few guests try (tsk tsk), but staff were quick to step in.

🎹 Beyond Broadway – The Fun Doesn’t Stop

The Getaway goes well beyond just the main stage shows. We were constantly amazed by the range of entertainment spread across the ship:

🎤 Howl at the Moon – Dueling Pianos

Hands down one of our favorite venues! Two pianists taking requests, bantering with the crowd, and belting out everything from Billy Joel to Beyoncé. It was high-energy, hilarious, and packed every night.

😂 Stand-Up Comedy Acts

Two different comedians rotated through the week, each bringing their own style. It gave us a great excuse to grab a late-night drink and end our night laughing.

🎶 Pub Sing-Alongs & Live Music

Nearly every lounge and pub had something going on—from acoustic sets to sing-alongs to themed music nights. Whether you wanted to belt out 80s rock or just sip and sway to jazz, there was always a vibe.

💃 Nightly Dance Parties

Every. Single. Night. DJs, lights, and a dance floor filled with happy cruisers. It became a routine to cap off our night with a little dancing before heading back to our cabin.

🕺 Entertainment All Day, All Night

The entertainment was non-stop on the Getaway. Whether you wanted to be dazzled, laugh out loud, or just chill with some live tunes—there was always something happening. It made the ship itself feel like a floating festival, and we couldn’t get enough of it.

We truly believe that the entertainment makes the cruise, and Norwegian nailed it.

🌟 Pro Tip:

Make sure to reserve seats for shows early in the cruise (via the app or in person). The most popular performances fill up fast, and you don’t want to miss them!

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