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| The Rockettes Are Named Godmothers For Norwegian Cruise Lines' Norwegian Breakaway |
Norwegian
Cruise Line and MSG Entertainment announced today that the Rockettes,
one of New York’s most illustrious and beloved icons, will christen
Norwegian Breakaway
as the official Godmothers, further strengthening the ship’s strong
ties to New York. The christening ceremony will take place in New York
City on May 8, 2013 on board Norwegian Breakaway, the largest ship to
homeport year-round in New York. The partnership
with the Rockettes will include Norwegian Cruise Line as the designated
“Official Cruise Line” of the Rockettes and Radio City Music Hall, and
as the “Official Partner”of the
Radio City Christmas Spectacular. As part of their role as
Godmothers, two Rockettes will sail aboard the first six sailings of
Norwegian Breakaway, beginning May 12, 2013, and the first sailing of
each month thereafter, taking part in special events
for guests to enjoy.
“Norwegian
Breakaway is being designed as New York’s ship and we want everyone to
know that this is the “must-sail” cruise ship from New York in 2013 and
beyond,” said Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise Line’s chief
executive officer. “I strongly believe that the Rockettes, one of the
most beloved and recognizable New York icons, are the perfect choice to
serve as the ship’s Godmothers. The Rockettes not only epitomize New
York, they are known as strong role models and
talented stars. We couldn’t be more pleased to have these renowned
dancers as the Godmothers of New York’s ship, Norwegian Breakaway.”
“We are
thrilled to announce our partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line as we
bring together three of our iconic New York based properties in the MSG
Entertainment portfolio, Radio City Music Hall, the
Radio City Christmas Spectacular and the legendary Rockettes,”
said Melissa Ormond, president, Madison Square Garden Entertainment.
“This signature partnership will provide Norwegian Cruise Line with
unprecedented access to the Rockettes, Radio City
and the Christmas Spectacular, providing their customers an
opportunity to experience firsthand these New York icons. The Rockettes
have been beloved by millions of fans for the past 85 years in New York
and it is such an honor to celebrate their legacy
as the official Godmothers of the largest ship ever to homeport in New
York City.”
The larger partnership across the MSGE properties, Radio City Music Hall, the
Radio City Christmas Spectacular and the Rockettes, will create
expansive brand exposure for Norwegian Cruise Line at Radio City Music
Hall, including onsite venue presence during the 2012 production of the
Christmas Spectacular. Guests attending this year’s Christmas Spectacular
at Radio City Music Hall can participate in the “Spectacular Sweeps,” a
sweepstakes that can be entered right from their seats with the
opportunity to win one of two cruises
for a family of four on Norwegian Breakaway.
Norwegian
Cruise Line will have a year-round display in Radio City Music Hall’s
Grand Lounge that features an 11-foot replica of Norwegian Breakaway,
along with information on the ship’s unique attributes, entertainment,
dining, destinations and more.
Onboard
Norwegian Breakaway, the Rockettes, with their unparalleled grace,
athleticism and precision technique that has made them part of the
fabric of New York City for 85 years, will be showcased with a
variety of offerings,
including a historical retrospective in the ship’s library, exclusive
fitness class designed by the Rockettes, featured beverages and more. On
select sailings, guests will have the exclusive opportunity
to meet two of the Rockettes. Sailing on the first six cruises from
New York, as well as the first sailing of every month, two Rockettes
will offer special fitness classes, photo opportunities, meet and greet
speaker series and more.
“Having
two Rockettes on board select sailings is going to be a very special
opportunity for our guests to have more interaction with these
incredibly talented and dynamic
women,” added Sheehan. “This truly takes the role of Godmother to a new
level as the Rockettes will be a special part of Norwegian Breakaway’s
unique cruising experience.”
Starting
with their inaugural New York City performance in 1927, the Rockettes
have wowed audiences for the last 85 years.
From appearances on the Tony Awards, Project Runway, Dancing with the
Stars and the Super Bowl Halftime Show to Presidential inaugurations,
the Rockettes are the epitome of teamwork and the embodiment of the
belief that “together we're better.” Each dancer
achieved their lifelong dream of becoming a Rockette through hard work,
determination, dedication and dreaming big. Known for their rich
history, unrivaled talent, strength, dynamism, precision and
athleticism, the Rockettes have become one of the nation's
most beloved icons. As the stars of the annual Christmas Spectacular
production, the Rockettes entertain more than one million people each
year and have played to 75 different cities across the country with the
national touring production.
Known
as the showplace of the nation, Radio City Music Hall has hosted some
of the biggest names in entertainment and music since it opened its
doors on December 27, 1932. More than 300 million
people have come to the Music Hall to enjoy stage shows, movies,
concerts and special events, as well as the annual
Christmas Spectacular production. The 2012 edition of the Christmas Spectacular invites audiences to take part in the
Rockettes Celebration! This year’s production commemorates 85
years of the past, present and future of the Rockettes featuring
dazzling dance numbers, beloved favorites, breathtaking special effects
and a brand new showcase featuring the Rockettes' most
extraordinary costumes through the years, alongside beloved favorites
that have been in the show since its inception.
Norwegian Breakaway
The 4,000
passenger Norwegian Breakaway will arrive in her year-round homeport of
New York City in early May 2013. The ship will begin weekly summer
seven-day cruises to Bermuda on Sunday, May 12, 2013. From October
2013 through April 2014, New York’s ship will offer seven-day voyages
from the heart of Manhattan to the Bahamas and Florida, as well as two
12-day sailings to the Southern Caribbean.
To date, the
company has revealed the ship’s groundbreaking design, including The
Waterfront and 678 Ocean Place; a wide range of indoor and outdoor
venues on three dynamic decks that will create a whole new complex
at sea that enhances guests’ connection with the ocean. Norwegian
Breakaway’s entertainment will include three Broadway shows: five-time
Tony nominated ROCK OF AGES; the dance sensation BURN THE FLOOR; and
CIRQUE DREAMS & DINNER JUNGLE FANTASY. The famed
comedy troupe The Second City, Howl at the Moon dueling pianos, and New
York’s own Slam Allen will also perform on the vessel. Celebrity Chef
and Food Network star Geoffrey Zakarian will also debut his first
restaurant at sea on Norwegian Breakaway: Ocean
Blue by Geoffrey Zakarian.
The top decks of Norwegian Breakaway will feature the first Aqua Park at
sea with five full-size water slides, including twin Free Fall slides,
the first ever at sea, and a three-story sports complex that includes
the largest ropes course at sea, a nine-hole
miniature golf course, basketball court, rock climbing wall and more.
The
ship will also feature a rich mix of stateroom options including The
Haven by Norwegian, comprised of 42 Suites at the top of the ship in an
exclusive, private key-card enclave and 22 additional
Suites located throughout the ship; the innovative Studios, designed
and priced for solo travelers; the re-introduction of Oceanview
staterooms, Balcony and Mini-Suites; along with Spa Balcony, Mini-Suites
and Suites in close proximity to the spa.
For more information on the incredible features and accommodations on Norwegian Breakaway, visit
www.breakaway.ncl.com.
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