Entertainment on the Ruby Princess Cruise Ship
Original musicals, amazing magic shows, feature films, top comedians and nightclubs that will make your feet dance. Something is happening around every corner. Luckily, you can experience it all on a day or night cruise.
Activities
There are many ways to play on any princess ship, day or night. Whether you're exploring the Shop of Princesses, celebrating culture at the Festival of the World or meeting new talent, onboard activities keep every moment of your cruise vacation busy.
Broadway-Style Productions at Sea
With dazzling stage sets, artists from around the globe, modern hits and timeless classics, the Princess Theatre, our largest theatre yet, showcases lavish, original productions with dynamic cast members in sumptuous surroundings. In this ultramodern theatre, relax in a plush seat with unobstructed sight lines as the velvet curtain goes up, a state-of-the-art lighting system illuminates the stage, and it’s on with the show!
A Reel Treat Day or Night
Throughout the day and night, our exclusive open-air poolside amphitheatre is the go-to destination for feature films, thrilling concerts and exciting sporting events such as live football games. Cozy up under a fleece blanket in the comfortable lounger and feast on complimentary fresh-popped popcorn in the evening or delicious cookies and milk during the day, and enjoy that exciting car chase or mystery thriller on the giant screen.
For Novices, Casual Players, or High Rollers
From gaming lessons to the latest slot machines to prize tournaments, our Casinos offer fun and excitement. If you enjoy blackjack, or “21,” and Texas Hold 'Em, our tables play by Vegas rules and if you relish the challenge of roulette, we offer the American version.
One of the Ship’s Coolest Hangouts
Want to just sit back with a cocktail and people watch? There’s plenty of seating and the bar menu features themed drinks from exotic destinations, speciality liqueurs and spirits offered nowhere else on board.
Reach for the Sky and Dance
Hot music and cool cocktails set to a DJ spinning popular club tunes is the ideal setting for a night of dancing. Gleaming, ultra modern and ultra cool, this hot spot invites a little stargazing while the colourful neon dance floor invites everyone to get up and boogie down. Boasting panoramic views from its vantage point 15 decks above the sea, it’s the perfect place for dancing and socialising.
One of Our Most Popular Nightspots
When the sun goes down and the moon comes up, it’s time to get your feet movin’ and your heart pumpin’ at Club Fusion. A little eclectic and a whole lot of fun, the dance floor lights and booming sound system invite you to get up and show off your moves and grooves. Karaoke contests, live performances and theme-parties like “60s British Invasion” are just a few of the nightly events that will have you on your feet.
Step into the Wheelhouse Bar on-board for a taste of British tradition. You'll find a menu of favourites advertised on chalkboards and displayed on counters for an authentic pub feel including fish & chips or a hearty Ploughman's Lunch.
Adjacent to Sabatini's Italian restaurant, Adagio's has a club-like atmosphere with live piano and jazz music. Adjacent to Sabatini's Italian Restaurant, it is the ideal place for an aperitif or digestif after dining at Sabatini's.
Open from 6pm, it serves Italian-inspired cocktails with complimentary olives and an extensive wine list with live music ranging from classical piano recitals to jazz.
Passengers dining at Sabatini's can enjoy desserts, Italian coffees and liqueurs at Adagio's.
Located midship on Deck 7, Crooners Lounge and Bar is open from 1pm and is reminiscent of a classic martini bar.
Evening entertainment features live piano music with pleas and eponymous melodic elements. It also offers a tempting menu of 75 martinis and a spectacular glass of his piano entertainer.
A cozy and intimate lounge where you can relax with a single malt whiskey or vintage port and a Montecristo cigar.
On board, surf the internet from the Internet Cafe on Deck 5 or from your personal Wi-Fi device. Charges apply.
Tax and Duty-free Shopping
It’s no surprise The Shops are awarded “Best Onboard Shopping” from Porthole magazine year after year. On board, you’ll find a fabulous range of fine merchandise from brands like Swarovski, Chanel, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Lancôme, Calvin Klein, Citizen and Tissot, plus local crafts, keepsakes and souvenirs. And everyday tax- and duty-free savings can add up to as much as 30% off suggested U.S. retail prices.
Capture a Memorable Moment in Time
Our Platinum Studio specialises in premium black and white portraits. Skilled photographers using expert lighting techniques will create a suite of stunning photographs that truly capture the essence of its subject. After your purchase, the portraits are professionally printed and mounted at a custom photo lab on premium quality paper. Then, they’re artfully packaged and delivered to your home after your cruise.
A fusion of tea lounge and library, Reeves offers guests the exclusive opportunity to custom blend a variety of base teas with herbs, fruits and spices to create personalized tea blends.
Developed in collaboration with The Mighty Leaf Tea Company, one of the world's leading producers of craft teas, Reeves offers guests an impressive selection of up to 500 different tea blends to satisfy your palate. Offers. A trained tea sommelier assists guests in making their own individual teas.
The Princess Cruises Book Club in the Library provides an opportunity for interesting literary discussion among passengers. The book selection is carefully selected from a variety of sources and features titles that appeal to a variety of interests.
One or more book club meetings will be scheduled depending on the length of the trip. Multiple copies of the book are available in the ship's library for those wishing to join the voyage but have not yet read the selection.
Discover Even More with Discovery™
Our exclusive partnership with Discovery™ lets you come back captivated with Stargazing on our top deck; activities featuring Discovery™ hit shows such as Shark Week and Finding Bigfoot; plus our new Encounters with Discovery at SEA speaker series. Get more out of your travels with shore excursions recommended by two of the most trusted names in world travel—Discovery™ and Animal Planet™.
Take a Stroll into the European-style Piazza
Discover Old World charm as you stroll through our breathtaking Piazza—a hub of activity, inspired by the vibrant squares of Europe. Roving street performers, quaint boutiques, a spiral staircase and several glass-walled lifts provide panoramic views. Visit the International Café for gourmet coffees, or marvel at the wine selection at Vines, voted one of the “Best Wine Bars at Sea,” by USA Today.
Art Lovers Rejoice—Enjoy Exquisite Art Aboard
Great art, like the destinations we visit, can be awe-inspiring. Peruse our extensive art gallery, or attend an art history lecture highlighting some of the world’s greatest masters. And don’t miss our exciting Champagne Art Auctions, which give you the chance to view and bid on a wide range of fine art, including pieces by famous artists like Thomas Kinkade, Peter Max, and Michael Godard. There is no charge to attend these lively events.
Take Home a Unique Photo Keepsake
Our staff of digital photographers helps capture the highlights of your cruise including onboard events, ports and scenery for lasting memories of your trip. Our studio locations are set up in the Atrium each evening and all formal and casual portraits are on display in the gallery the following day. Please ask our staff about portrait packages, reprints and canvas reproductions of your favourite photos!
Great Venues Large and Small
Crafted by some of the world’s top directors and choreographers, our remarkable and dynamic Princess productions transport you to realms as exotic as the destinations we visit. Imaginative shows created in-house feature dazzling stage sets, Broadway classics, popular hits and original numbers performed by some of the largest and most talented casts at sea.
Dazzling Entertainment Every Day and Night
When it comes to music and dancing we’ve got everything that your musical palette may desire. Whether it’s tapping your toes to cover bands, singing along in the piano bar, relaxing to classical strings or dancing the night away in the nightclub, you’ll be satisfied!
Experience the World’s Great Celebrations
There’s nothing like a Princess party to bring people together. Our Festivals of the World hosts onboard events that celebrate timeless traditions from nearly every corner of the globe.* Parties and dancing, lively music and folkloric performances, enriching activities, themed movies and speciality shopping are just some of the ways our Festivals of the World come to life! From Oktoberfest to Rio’s Carnival, Festivals of the World is a gala event you won’t want to miss.
*On select sailings.
At Night, the Stars Shine Bright on Our Stages
Grab a seat, order a cocktail and be prepared to be entertained by our lineup of world class entertainers. From magic to comedy, singers to instrumentalists, jugglers to balancing acts and much, much more, we search the globe for top talent to be featured on our ships. So get ready to be amazed, entertained, mesmerised or just laugh the night away!
Good Spirits, Good Stories
Good Spirits takes viewers around the globe in search of extraordinary everyday people, sharing stories of spirits and collecting farm-fresh, local ingredients to inspire one-of-a-kind cocktail creations. Immerse yourself in the region as skilled bartenders lead you through an immersive cocktail experience.