Voyage of Love: Spectacular Cabaret Show on Sydney Harbour
Music and dance are universal expressions in the language of love! Sydney Showboat’s cabaret show demonstrates how culturally diverse these expressions can be. Our current show, ‘Voyage of Love’ takes you on a fantastical journey traversing nine cities across the world, where music, dance and daring theatrical expressions reign supreme.
The Showboat showgirls redefine ‘burlesque’ in Sydney with a cabaret performance that tones down the stereotypical seductive routines making them more lively and energetic, but breathtakingly stunning nonetheless.
After your sumptuous dinner, the lights go down and before you know it you’re hit with sprightly music and long-limbed, nimble-footed, able-bodied dancers traversing the scarlet windmills of Paris, blues dens of New York, the flamenco floors of Spain and many other countries!
Nine upbeat choreographies follow each other at a frenzied pace interspersed with a couple of beautiful songs allowing the Showboat Follies just enough time to change costumes and make a spectacular entrance in flashy sequined outfits, corset tops and feathery headgear, typical of the region they’re depicting!
Of all the shows in Sydney, be it a burlesque show, a cabaret show or a theatre show, the show aboard the Sydney Showboats dinner cruise has consistently wowed audiences for about three decades!
Sydney Showboat Cabaret
SPECTACULAR PERFORMANCE BY AN AUSTRALIAN CAST
Sydney Showboat Cabaret
The ‘Voyage of Love’ is a mind-blowing, high-energy cabaret show with back-to-back song and dance routines that catapult you into a world of colour, glitz and glamour. An hour flies by at a frenzied pace as the dancers and songstress take you on a beautifully choreographed journey traversing many exotic lands, with the theme of ‘love’ reigning supreme!
Prelude
ENERGISING THE AUDIENCE WITH LATINO BEATS
Prelude
The Sydney Showboat prelude pays tribute to the stars of the Eighties world with a rhythmic Latino dance drawing inspiration from Cuba. The singers of this era romanced audiences with their balance and energised dance numbers, paving the way for contemporary Latin pop.
New York
IN A NEW YORK MINUTE EVERYTHING CAN CHANGE
New York
New York’s musical brew is a concoction that has evolved from the blues dens to jazz halls to rock concerts that eventually paved the way for the unconventional hip-hop, disco, punk and salsa! Then along came Broadway with the extravagance of musical theatre, lending another dimension to New York’s entertainment scene. With New York, one can safely say that change is the only constant!
Las Vegas
OF SPEAKEASIES, FISH NET STOCKINGS AND JAZZ
Las Vegas
The Cabaret made its way from Europe to America during the Prohibition Era with dancers setting Chicago aflame with seductive and bodacious routines choreographed to the trumpeting of jazz. Performed at speakeasy clubs, these cabarets were primarily a distraction from the mobsters who covertly flouted prohibition rules. But this creative art form eventually found wings to fly with stars of the period lending their voices to cabaret performances!
Rio
SWINGING TO RHYTHMIC BRAZILIAN BEATS
Rio
The Brazilian Carnival comes alive with a flurry of feathers, bold colours, vibrant drum beats and dancing. Brazilian music is known for its energy, passion and sentiment and the accompanying dance forms are nothing short of spectacular. Home to world-renowned dances such as the Samba, Lambada, Choro and Bossa Nova, Brazilians are known to live it up when it comes to celebrations!
Barcelona
FEISTY FLAMENCO SETS THE STAGE ABLAZE
Barcelona
Spanish dance conjures up images of strumming guitars, tambourines, stomping feet, sombreros and bright flamenco dresses. With the strong influence of gypsy music and dance during the Baroque period, the feisty Flamenco rose to national and international fame drowning the diversity offered by traditional regional dances. Spanish music and the classical guitar are iconic elements that have helped shape the Western music tradition.
Cairo
UNVEILING THE MYSTERIES OF EXOTIC DANCE & MUSIC
CAIRO
The Land of the Pharaohs continues to fascinate the world with its history and mysticism. Legend has it that Osiris, the God of the Afterlife, championed the cause of music to tame the people and civilise the barbaric world. Egyptian music and dance began as ritualistic celebrations in praise of Hathor and Bes, their Gods of Music, which later trickled into all forms of worship and social celebrations. The traditional Sufi Dhikr closely reflects the features, rhythms and instruments of ancient Egyptian forms.
Mumbai
INDIA THROUGH THE EYES OF BOLLYWOOD
Mumbai
Bollywood dance has become synonymous with the symbolism of gestures, expressions and fancy footwork through which the love story of the hero and heroine is magically entwined. But beneath all the pizzazz, lies ancient symbols and customs that are rooted in India’s traditional dance forms. Without a doubt, Bollywood’s glorious ode to India has become popular in the western world.
Zanzibar
CARNAL MOVES & DRUMBEATS – THE RHYTHM OF LIFE
Zanzibar
The heart of Africa beats to the rhythm of the thumping drum, weaving music and dance into the social tapestry of its people. Every limb, movement and expression exudes raw, primal energy that tells a gripping tale of love, morals or history. The human voice is a powerful and punctuating instrument that calls the tribes to gather around and celebrate the rhythm of life.
Paris
THE BIRTHPLACE OF CABARET & A BRAZEN GOOD TIME
Paris
What’s a Paris cabaret without the extravagant CanCan and the glorious leg-lift? The CanCan dance emerged from the secret ballrooms of Montparnasse in the 1830s and became a scandalous way for dancers to kick up their skirts and lift their legs, while male dancers mastered moves to show off their own virility and prowess. Flippant and flirtatious, the Paris cabaret depicted the city’s latent desire to lead a liberating, free-spirited, Bohemian life!
Australia
I STILL CALL AUSTRALIA HOME
Australia
This segment will evoke the nostalgia and longing for home that every Australian identifies with. Its popular melody and patriotic overtones make this heart-rending composition as desirable as the Australian National Anthem.
Sydney
MODERN REFLECTIONS OF A MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Sydney
Bearing the stamp of a multicultural society, Sydney’s music and dance traditions have evolved over time to appeal to local and international audiences. Sydney is a veritable melting pot of music that ranges from Country and Classic to Popular and Political. This powerful diversity has something for everyone, making it timeless in the eyes of many!
Showboat Dinner Cruise
Gift Voucher
Opulence & Extravagance
Talented Australian cast
Sydney Harbour sights
See the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and city skyline
Sydney Harbour sights
Sydney Showboat Photos
Australian-built paddlewheeler and its character interior
Showboat Photos
Showboat Cruise Program
An exciting 3-hour dinner cruise with show experience
Showboat Cruise Program
Menu & Beverages
Restaurant-quality 3-course menu and licensed bar
Menu & Beverages