All the World’s a Stage in Holland America Line’s Third ‘Countdown to Koningsdam’ Video
Holland America Line debuted the third in a series of “Countdown to Koningsdam” videos that details the ship’s The World Stage main theater.
The short videos were created to ramp up anticipation and provide updates as ms Koningsdam nears delivery in April 2016.
Hosted by Johnathan Rogers, Koningsdam’s inaugural cruise director, the third video, “Countdown to Koningsdam: Episode 3,” features Holland America Line’s Director of Entertainment Bill Prince, who takes guests on an entertainment extravaganza in the ship’s main theater that surrounds the audience with a 270-degree LED projection.
“Entertainment is a huge part of the cruise experience, and with Koningsdam we’re taking that experience to a whole new level and trying things that have never been seen on our ships before,” said Orlando Ashford, Holland America Line’s president.
“The newest ‘Countdown to Koningsdam’ video provides a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The World Stage, and we can’t wait to share all of the innovative new shows we’re producing exclusively for this venue.”
At two stories high and 250 feet long, the high-definition LED screens will make The World Stage a trend-setting theater at sea capable of showcasing an exciting array of performances and productions. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, projection and sound systems, the screens enable the environment of The World Stage to change throughout the day to present anything designers can imagine. For example, the room can evolve effortlessly from an Italian palazzo for a concert performance to an imaginary world for innovative production numbers.
‘Countdown to Koningsdam’ Videos Offer Insights
Each “Countdown to Koningsdam” video features one of the ship’s officers or a Holland America Line executive who shares ongoing developments onboard the line’s newest vessel, currently under construction at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard in Italy.
“Countdown to Koningsdam: Episode 1” featured Hotel Director Stan Kuppens, who showed off the progress of ship’s atrium, spoke about his move to the yard and what’s coming next for his team. Episode 2 featured Vice President Deployment and Tour Marketing Linda Springmann detailing the ship’s inaugural sailing seasons in the Mediterranean, northern Europe and Caribbean.
Future videos include Deputy Director of Interior Operations My Nguyen chatting about the ship’s staterooms, including the new family and single options; Senior Vice President of Guest Experience Product Development Michael Smith, who will reveal details about The Dining Room; and Director Mariner Society Gerald Bernhoft speaking about the perks of Holland America Line’s loyalty program.
