Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced the cast of its highly-anticipated headlining show, “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical”.
Premiering aboard the all-new Norwegian Prima this August, the Tony Award®-nominated musical narrates the story of Donna Summer’s prolific rise to fame.
The musical shows the Queen of Disco at three of the most pivotal stages of her career: Diva Donna, Disco Donna and Duckling Donna.
The Brand has announced the cast who will take on the mantle of Donna Summer through her most memorable moments in life:
- An “American Idol” season two finalist, Kimberly Locke, takes on her first theatre project at sea and will star in the breakout role of Diva Donna, playing Summer as she reaches the height of her career.
- Taking on the role of Disco Donna is Valerie Curlingford, an extraordinary talent 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.”
Kimberly Locke said: “It is an incredible honour to play Donna Summer along with a very talented cast in this highly-rated musical.
“Donna Summer’s inspirational story and pioneering talent led the way for so many of today’s brightest vocalists.
“She has left an immeasurable impact on music and culture, and I am excited to bring her story to guests around the world aboard the beautiful Norwegian Prima.”
The show-stopping production will feature more than 20 of Summer’s mega-hits, including “Bad Girls,” “Last Dance,” and “Hot Stuff”.
It will also provide viewers with a deeper understanding of the inspiration behind some of Summer’s memorable songs.
The 85-minute musical will be a first at sea, where the Prima Theatre itself transforms into a full disco, allowing guests to become part of the show and live out their on-stage dreams.
Richard Ambrose, Senior Vice President of Entertainment and Cruise Programs for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings said:
“The legendary Donna Summer is an inspiration to many, and we cast performers who would honour her and match the same level of star power and talent.”
“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 Theater allows for a truly exciting show, and we know guests will find themselves enthralled with Donna Summer’s moving life story and timeless music.”
Norwegian Cruise Line had previously debuted “Kinky Boots,” “Six,” “Jersey Boys,” “Footloose” and more across its current 17-ship fleet.
The latest addition to the Company’s lineup is another first for the cruise industry.
Also sharing a residency at the Prima Theater will be “Noise Boys!” an original, award-winning beatboxing experience produced by Nic Doodson, creator of “Choir of Man,” NCL’s best-rated entertainment show currently residing on Norwegian Encore and Norwegian Escape.
For more information about Norwegian Cruise Line, visit www.ncl.com.
