{"id":5977,"date":"2025-08-12T09:41:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T09:41:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/?p=5977"},"modified":"2025-08-12T09:41:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T09:41:37","slug":"cunard-adds-cover-charge-for-select-queen-anne-performances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/cunard\/cunard-adds-cover-charge-for-select-queen-anne-performances","title":{"rendered":"Cunard Adds Cover Charge for Select Queen Anne Performances"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Cunard sure is shaking things up on its newest ship, the Queen Anne. It is now charging fees for select live shows at the Bright Lights Society bar. According to their website, three performances \u2014Fizz, Noir, and Bitter Sweet Symphony\u2014 now come with a cover charge, but they\u2019re sweetening the deal with some extras.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSelect shows such as Fizz and Noir now carry an entry charge of $20 per person, which includes a glass of champagne, a souvenir program, and the service charge,\u201d Cunard states. For Bitter Sweet Symphony, it\u2019s $46 per person, which may seem a bitter sweet deal, but it also covers three cocktails and service fees. So that&#8217;s a relief!<\/p>\n<p>The Bright Lights Society is billed as the Queen Anne\u2019s most intimate spot, blending cabaret-style theater with a swanky cocktail lounge for exclusive live performances. Sound&#8217;s exciting? Want in? Well, you can book through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/cruise-lines\/cunard\">Cunard<\/a>\u2019s My Voyage app or visit the Purser\u2019s Office once onboard. \u201cShows are popular and space is limited, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment,\u201d the website notes.<\/p>\n<p>However, the word on social media, especially from late May 2025 posts, shows mixed feelings. \u201cIt\u2019s worth every penny; the cast are very talented and entertaining,\u201d one happy cruiser shared on Facebook. But not everyone\u2019s thrilled\u2014another guest commented, \u201cDisappointing that Cunard is going the same way as other cruise lines with \u2018nickel and diming.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Launched in May 2024 and built by Fincantieri, the 3,000-guest Queen Anne is Cunard\u2019s latest ship. It had been designed to refresh the iconic brand with new dining venues, modern features, and a sleek look. 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