Independence of the Seas Photo Tour and Commentary Entertainment

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Independence
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INDEPENDENCE OF
THE SEAS
PHOTO TOUR
AND
COMMENTARY

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Spanning three decks, the
Alhambra Theatre holds
1,320 people. It is the venue for
the ship's production shows,
which include Las Vegas style
reviews, musical theater
productions and even shows that
have performers "flying" above
the stage. The cast consists of
six singers, 10 dancers and two
acrobats.
The 28 by 46 foot stage curtain
is "Flamenco" and was printed
on 13 panels. Over 25,000
beads, 15,000 sequins and 500
Austrain crystals were then
attached.

The ice show performances on the rink in Studio B
are a highlight of the entertainment on Independence,
even if one does not care for ice shows. They are
more akin to theater production shows with
spectacular lighting, music and correographed as well
as virtuoso skating.

In addition to being a shopping district, a dining venue and a place for drinks, the Royal
Promenade becomes the scene for colorful entertainment at night. The crew perform in
costumed parades that include aerial acrobatics. There are themed dance parties. And, in a
somewhat more restrained event, the Captain hosts his welcome reception in the Royal
Promenade. "There are many hats our staff have to wear," comments Cruise Director Allan
Brooks.

Casino Royale can accommodate about 450 people and is equipped
with gaming tables, slot machines, electronic gaming and its own bar.
Named after the Ian Fleming novel that began the James Bond series, two
murals of the stars of the James Bond movies in character flank the main
entrance to the casino.

RCTV is the ship's television
production operation. The television
control can be seen outside of Studio
B, which happens to be a
fully-equipped television studio as
well as an ice rink. The entertainment
staff make use of the television
facilities producing shows and
recording events that are seen on the
in-cabin television. "I do a lot of
video on this ship to get the messages
out so people can take advantage of
the ship," explains Brooks.

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