Norwegian Cruise Line unveils cast of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

American Idol season 2 finalist, Kimberly Locke amongst cast
2022-07-28
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Norwegian Cruise Line unveils cast of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

Norwegian Cruise Line has been known for bringing Broadway-caliber entertainment to the high seas such as Six (Photo: NCL official)

American cruise operator, Norwegian Cruise Line, has unveiled the cast of its show, based on American singer-songwriter Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, and has added yet another latest addition its lineup of Broadway-caliber entertainment shows.
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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a leading cruise operator, has announced the cast of its highly-anticipated headlining show, based on the famous American singer-songwriter Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, that is premiering aboard the all-new Norwegian Prima this August.

The Tony Award-nominated musical will narrate the story of Donna Summer’s prolific rise to fame, showing the Queen of Disco at three of the most pivotal stages of her career: Diva Donna, Disco Donna and Duckling Donna. It has announced the cast who will take on the mantle of Donna Summer through her most memorable moments in life:

Beloved American Idol season two finalist, Kimberly Locke, takes on her first theater project at sea and will star in the breakout role of Diva Donna, playing Summer as she reaches the height of her career. Fans will get the chance to see the same charisma that got Locke to the final three contestants on her season of American Idol in this role.

Taking on the role of Disco Donna is singer, actor and model, Valerie Curlingford from the Netherlands. Curlingford will play Summer in her late teens and early twenties as she first finds success in the iconic 1970s disco era.

Duckling Donna will show Summer as she grows up in Boston in the 1960s. The role will be played by D’Nasya Jordan, who most recently starred as Little Inez in Hairspray, an American musical romantic comedy film.

The production will feature more than 20 of Summer’s mega-hits, including Bad Girls, Last Dance, and Hot Stuff, and will also bestow viewers with a deeper understanding of the inspiration behind some of Summer’s most memorable songs. The 85-minute musical will be a first at sea, where the Prima theatre will transform into a full disco, allowing guests to become part of the show and live out their on-stage dreams as they dance along to Summer’s greatest melodies.

“The legendary Donna Summer is an inspiration to many, and we cast performers who would honor her and match the same level of star power and talent,” says Richard Ambrose, senior vice president of Entertainment and Cruise Programmes for Norwegian Cruise Line.

“We continue to bring Broadway-level entertainment and world-class talent to our fleet, and we are excited for guests to be able to watch a musical they actually get to be part of. The new Prima theatre allows for a truly exciting show, and we know guests will find themselves enthralled with Donna Summer’s moving life story and timeless music,” adds Ambrose.

Norwegian Cruise Line has been known for its unwavering commitment to bringing Broadway-caliber entertainment to the high seas, having previously debuted Kinky Boots, Six, Footloose and more across its current 17ship fleet.

As part of its additional entertainment offerings on Norwegian Prima, the brand will also debut live game show experiences that allow the audience to be part of the show and have an opportunity to win incredible grand prizes, says the press release.

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