United States/England

Best of London Theatre on Queen Mary 2

Program No. 11996RJ
On this theater-themed voyage, enjoy lectures, performances, history and the unique insight of producer/director Giles Ramsay as you sail the Atlantic and see four plays in London.

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DATES & PRICES

Ship InsideShip OutShip Balc
A cabin with no window, porthole or balcony.
A cabin with a window or porthole to view the outside.
A cabin featuring a verandah, or balcony, that allows you to step outside without going to a public deck.
May 22 - Jun 3, 2024
Ship Inside 6,499
Ship Outside 6,799
Ship Balcony 6,999
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by April 10, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Jun 14 - Jun 27, 2024
Ship Inside 6,699
Ship Outside 6,999
Ship Balcony 7,199
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by May 03, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Itinerary Note

This departure is 13 days long and spends an additional day at sea.

Jul 26 - Aug 8, 2024
Ship Inside 6,699
Ship Outside 6,999
Ship Balcony 7,199
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by June 14, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Itinerary Note

This departure is 13 days long and spends an additional day at sea.

Aug 22 - Sep 3, 2024
Ship Inside 6,699
Ship Outside 6,999
Ship Balcony 7,199
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by July 11, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

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Oct 24 - Nov 5, 2024
Ship Inside 6,299
Ship Outside 6,599
Ship Balcony 6,799
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by Sept. 12, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Dec 2 - Dec 14, 2024
Ship Inside 5,999
Ship Outside 6,299
Ship Balcony 6,499
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by Oct. 21, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

DATES & PRICES

Ship OutsideShip Balcony
A cabin with a window or porthole to view the outside.
A cabin featuring a verandah, or balcony, that allows you to step outside without going to a public deck.
May 22 - Jun 3, 2024
Ship Outside 8,499
Ship Balcony 8,999
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by April 10, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Jun 14 - Jun 27, 2024
Ship Outside 8,699
Ship Balcony 9,199
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by May 03, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Itinerary Note

This departure is 13 days long and spends an additional day at sea.

Jul 26 - Aug 8, 2024
Ship Outside 8,699
Ship Balcony 9,199
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by June 14, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Itinerary Note

This departure is 13 days long and spends an additional day at sea.

Aug 22 - Sep 3, 2024
Ship Outside 8,699
Ship Balcony 9,199
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by July 11, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Oct 24 - Nov 5, 2024
Ship Outside 8,299
Ship Balcony 8,799
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by Sept. 12, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

Dec 2 - Dec 14, 2024
Ship Outside 7,999
Ship Balcony 8,499
Special Offer

OFFER EXTENDED: Enroll by Oct. 21, 2024 and return flight from London to New York (JFK) is included at no extra cost. Ask about low-cost round-trip air from select cities!

At a Glance

Theater and the performing arts take center stage on this enriching voyage from New York City to London aboard the magnificent Queen Mary 2. Immerse yourself in the history and practice of theater with onboard theater expert Giles Ramsay, who explores the development of drama from Greek tragedy to the modern musical. In London, experience the arts first-hand as you enjoy theater productions ranging from the classic to the cutting edge and gain insight from leading theater professionals.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to two miles daily on city streets and in galleries. Many theaters and historic buildings in London have no elevators and are not accessible.

What You'll Learn

  • Enjoy engaging theater lectures led by producer and director Giles Ramsay, who provides expert insight into the historic roots of theater and its contemporary practice.
  • Experience British theater with four plays in London’s West End.
  • Exchange opinions on culture, politics and the arts with top national journalists, arts professionals and a leading London theater critic.

General Notes

Details of selected performances will be noted in the itinerary section of the Final Information Packet.
Featured Expert
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Giles Ramsay
Giles Ramsay is an independent theater director and producer who specializes in creating new work with artists in developing countries. He is the founding director of the charity Developing Artists, a fellow of St. Chad’s College, Durham University. and course leader in theater at The Victoria and Albert Museum in London. He has devised and instructed on Road Scholar programs since the early 1990s and has run theater projects in countries ranging from Kosovo to Zimbabwe.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Giles Ramsay is an independent theater director and producer who specializes in creating new work with artists in developing countries. He is the founding director of the charity Developing Artists, a fellow of St. Chad’s College, Durham University. and course leader in theater at The Victoria and Albert Museum in London. He has devised and instructed on Road Scholar programs since the early 1990s and has run theater projects in countries ranging from Kosovo to Zimbabwe.
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