Our commitment to infection control
As Sydney Harbour’s premier cruise operator the health and safety of our guests and crew is our highest priority. As such we have implemented rigorous infection control procedures to ensure the safety, health and hygiene of everyone onboard.
STAFF POLICY & TRAINING
- All team members will undertake infection control training on commencement of employment.
- Staff will be required to undertake mandatory temperature checks at the start of each shift.
CONTACTLESS BOARDING
- Upon arrival for your cruise proceed directly to your designated wharf and boarding point.
- Gangways and pontoons will be marked to indicate 1.5m distancing between groups.
- Crew will conduct temperature checks for all guests at the boarding gangway.
- Before being seated the digital boarding pass will need to be presented to the Cruise Director.
- We encourage patrons to download the COVIDSAFE app.
SAFE DINING
- We will comply with NSW regulations for safe distancing of patrons with reduced vessel capacities.
- Menus are included on your digital boarding pass to assist with contactless ordering.
- All table settings will be polished and handled by staff wearing disposable gloves.
HAND SANITISER
- Hand sanitiser will be available at boarding points as well as multiple locations onboard the vessel.
- Sanitising wipes will be available on request.
ENHANCED CLEANING
- Enhanced cleaning of the vessels will be carried out at regular intervals with a focus on high contact areas including bathrooms, bar tops and handrails etc.
CONTACTLESS PAYMENT
- All patrons are encouraged to use contactless payment for all onboard payments.
NICK LESTER
General Manager Australian Cruise Group
COVID-19 BOOKING POLICY
25 March - 23 September 2020 (whilst NSW or Federal restrictions apply)
Applies to all new bookings made between 25 March – 23 September 2020 with cruise dates in the future commencing 1 October 2020
RISK FREE BOOKING | ZERO CANCELLATION FEE
If you make a booking with us and we are unable to perform the cruise due to either a federal or NSW Government restriction related to COVID-19, we will offer you a 100% refund.
Any new reservation made directly with Australian Cruise Group during COVID-19 period between 25 March – 23 September for cruise dates from 1 October onwards can be changed or cancelled at no charge, up to 72hrs prior to departure time (excludes New Year’s Eve cruises).
ZERO DEPOSIT bookings are available for all group bookings and Charter cruises during the COVID-19 period.
Talented All Australian Cast
Samuel McKeown II
Show & Cast Coordinator
Hailing from Hawaii with formal dance training in ballet, jazz, tap, street and hula to name a few, Samuel McKeown II has danced professionally along the Las Vegas strip for shows of international repute, has travelled the world with Princess Cruise Lines and performed in Tokyo Disney Resorts.
Being the Entertainment Manager for Sydney Showboats, McKeown II has consistently strived towards maintaining the highest standards for our show onboard, thereby ensuring upkeep of the excellence of Showboat’s entertainment segment.
Ashlee Winmill
Ashlee grew up dancing on the Central Coast, NSW at Premiere Elite. Finishing her full-time training in 2012, she went on to start her first contract with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line in 2013 and continued performing and sailing with them till 2017. After her time at sea, Ashlee has gone on to perform in Macau, China (Sands Sirens 2017) and Palazzo Germany (Crazy Palace 2018), all whilst continuing to perform regularly in Sydney. Currently, alongside performing on Sydney Showboats, Ashlee is studying for her Diploma of Pilates.
Erikka Macpherson
Erikka followed in the footsteps of her two older sisters and began dancing at age 3. She went on to train extensively as an artist, gaining formal accreditation in 2014. First performing on Showboat in 2015, she’s since been fortunate to work alongside global brands and for international production companies like CIRCUS KRONE (Germany),
ConelliCircustraum (Switzerland), Johnny Walker (Malaysia), Schwarzkopf AU/NZ and Amway AU/NZ to name a few. Erikka is delighted to once again be performing in her hometown aboard the world-renowned Sydney Showboats.
Jenna Kratzel
Jenna is one of Sydney’s sought-after dancers having performed for artists such as Deni Hines and Zoe Badwii, also performing at major events such as the 40th Anniversary for the famous Australian band INXS. She is actively involved in the film and TV industry, appearing in many major TV series’ and TV Commercials. She danced her way across screens in Peter Allen: NotThe Boy Next Door and has had roles and features in the ABC series Hiding and Janet King. She has been the face of the Snowy Mountains campaign for DestinationNSW (Tourism) too.
Lana Hennes
Since completion of her formal training in dance in 2015, Lana has performed for several stage, theatre and corporate events.
Cameron Forwood
Born and raised in Sydney, Cameron has been dancing professionally for over 7 years, since graduating from ED5 International with a Diploma in Performing Arts. He has worked all over Sydney with various companies, including Luna Park Sydney, Dargie Entertainment and in Sydney Drag Queen’s touring production shows-Les Divas and Prada’s Priscillas. International credits include contracts for Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and the Galaxy Casino in Macau. Cameron has loved every moment of his time dancing and entertaining guests aboard Sydney Showboats.
Mitchell Roach
Mitchell graduated with a Certificate IV in Performing Arts at Brent Street Studios. He has performed for Princess Cruises (2011-2018), Bor Productions (MSC Cruises). He has also been a showgirl within Caroline O’Connor, Ben Hur Arena Spectacular (STADFRANCE). He has also appeared in a number of TV Shows and movies. He is currently enjoying his time with Sydney Showboats and eagerly looks forward to entertaining guests onboard.
Alana Everett
Alana Everett is a dancer based in London, originally from Australia. She began her training in Sydney at Newtown High school of the performing arts, then on to graduate with a Bachelor degree in contemporary dance at the Victorian college of the Arts in Melbourne. Alana has worked in the contemporary and commercial dance industry as well as the commercial modeling industry, film and tv, and Music Theatre.
Anika Day
Anika is originally from Newcastle, NSW and moved to Sydney in 2014 to study Performing Arts at ED5International. Since completing her Diploma, Anika has worked for Universal Studios Japan and Norwegian Cruise Line. She has now based herself permanently in Sydney and gigs with her keyboard as a solo musician and has the pleasure of being Lead Singer and MC on Sydney Showboat. Anika is also passionate about health and wellness and is a certified yoga instructor.
Claudia Bowen
'Originally from the Sunshine Coast in QLD Australia, Claudia Bowen is a Sydney based performing artist of many talents that see her soaring in the entertainment industry. From Universal Studios Singapore, to countless cruise ships, stadium concerts, corporate events and cabaret shows, she continues to dazzle audiences worldwide.'
Lauren Wilkins
Lauren, originally from Bathurst relocated to Sydney to study an Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts majoring in Musical Theatre at ed5international. Lauren has performed five seasons in Sydney’s leading cabaret aboard Sydney Showboats. She has ample international experience as well, having performed for various cruise lines including Norwegian Cruise Lines and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Alongside her performing career, Lauren is a qualified Primary School Teacher, specialising in movement and fitness.
Madeleine Russell
Madeleine, originally from Adelaide, relocated to Sydney straight after completing high school to make her professional theatre debut as a dancer with Opera Australia. As well as appearing in theatre productions and television commercials, Madeleine has performed in three seasons in Sydney’s leading cabaret aboard Sydney Showboats. Madeleine is currently a member of a new children’s music group “Hawowow” and looking forward to the fun performance opportunities ahead. Alongside her performing career, Madeleine has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Music Theatre) and is currently studying a Masters in Media and Journalism at the University of Sydney.
Megan Arkley
Born in Sydney, Megan started dancing at the age of 3 and has now completed an Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts from ED5 International. She has performed in many professional events such as Woolworths Carols in the Domain with Todd McKenny and Matt Lee. Although only being in the professional world for a short time, Megan is excited to see what her future holds and is very excited to be working and performing with Sydney Showboat.
Sherri Burrows
Sherri found the love of performing at the early age of 3 and hasn’t stopped
since. She grew up in Maitland where she trained at her Mothers dance studio ‘Debbie Rae Dancers’ and studied ballet under Karen Anne Thomas. She has been working professionally as a performer ever since graduating from ED5 International in 2011 with a Diploma in Performing Arts under the direction of William A Forsythe.
Shikye Alyce Smith
Born, raised and currently residing in Sydney Australia, Shikye Alyce Smith began performing at the tender age of 3, training in various styles of dance including ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical & hip hop. At age 5 she entered her first singing competition and has been on the stage ever since. At just 19 years of age Shikye relocated to Paris, France where she worked as a dancer at the Moulin Rouge. Shikye is currently 1/3 of the corporate vocal group "The Diamonds" and has very much enjoyed being a part of the Sydney Showboats cast as lead vocalist and host.
Laura May
Laura, born and raised in Adelaide, was greatly inspired by her dance teacher Kathy Earle. She then moved to Sydney to further her career undertaking Brent Street’s Performing arts certificate IV. She has since graced stages, runways and theatres internationally from London to Dallas and feels it is a great honour to be able to pursue such a creative vocation.
Jorja Buckingham
Sydney Showboat was the ‘stepping stone’ to living in a ‘big’ city. Born into a dance school, Jorja’s stage debut was at 18months old following an early retirement at age 3. Luckily she gave that some more thought down the track! Jorja trained in Tap, Ballet, Jazz,Contemporary and singing in Newcastle and moved to Sydney for her showboat contract in 2015 and hasn't looked back.
Georgia Bower
Our Georgia has danced abroad extensively on Regent Cruiseline’s Jean Anne Ryan Productions, in Germany with Palazzo Variete Mannheim and at World Famous Cabaret in Paris. She has been a consistent dancer with Sydney Showboat since 2013 and loves to bring everything she’s learnt oversea’s to the Showboat Stage. Georgia welcomes you to a magic night in her home town of beautiful Sydney.
Michelle Screaigh
Originally from Perth, Michelle moved to Sydney in 2014 to complete her Diploma in Performing Arts at ED5 International. After graduating, Michelle travelled the world dancing for Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line. Now, back in Australia, she is excited to be with Sydney Showboats for another season.
