“Cookin’ NANTA” Takes Centre Stage Aboard Genting Dream and Star Navigator
StarDream Cruises, home to StarCruises and Dream Cruises is excited to announce that the internationally acclaimed Korean theatrical sensation, “Cookin’ NANTA”, will be featured aboard its ships this season.
Celebrated for its dynamic fusion of comedy, percussion and culinary chaos, NANTA will entertain guests aboard Dream Cruises’ Genting Dream from 26 August to 5 October 2025, and StarCruises’ Star Navigator from 19 October to 28 November 2025.
The show will be presented on 2 and 3 Night Cruises on the Genting Dream departing from Singapore to vibrant Southeast Asian destinations including Phuket, Penang and Melaka. Meanwhile, NANTA will continue to delight audiences onboard Star Navigator’s 2, 3 and 5 Night sailings from Keelung and Kaohsiung to popular destinations in Japan, Korea, Vietnam and the Philippines.
“Cookin’ NANTA” Cruise Itineraries.
Aboard Genting Dream (Singapore Departures)
• 2 Night Kuala Lumpur (via Melaka) Cruises [Sunday Departures: 28 Aug – 5 Oct]
• 2 Night Weekend Sea-cation [Friday Departures: 29 Aug until 3 Oct]
• 3 Night Penang – Kuala Lumpur (via Melaka) Cruises [Tuesday Departures: 26 Aug; 9 &
23 Sept;]
• 3 Night Phuket Cruises [Tuesday Departures: 2,16 & 30 Sept]
Aboard Star Navigator (Keelung Departures)
• 2 Night Ishigaki Cruise [Friday Departures: 24 Oct & 7 Nov]
• 2 Night Miyakojima Cruise [Wednesday Departure: 12 Nov]
• 2 Night Sea-cation Cruise [Sunday Departure: 31 Oct]
• 2 Night Kaohsiung Cruise (One-Way) [Friday Departure: 14 Nov]
• 3 Night Naha – Ishigaki Cruise [Sunday Departure: 9 Nov]
• 5 Night Kagoshima – Kumamoto – Naha Cruise [Sunday Departure: 19 Oct]
• 5 Night Jeju – Nagasaki – Naha Cruise [Sunday Departure: 26 Oct]
• 5 Night Busan – Nagasaki – Naha Cruise [Sunday Departure: 2 Nov]
Aboard Star Navigator (Kaohsiung Departures)
• 2 Night Laoag Cruise [Friday Departure: 28 Nov]
• 2 Night Sea-cation Cruise [Friday Departure: 21 Nov]
• 5 Night Da Nang – Ha Long Bay Cruise [Sunday Departure: 16 Nov]
• 5 Night Laoag – Coron – Puerto Princesa Cruise [Sunday Departure: 23 Nov]
A Dynamic Onboard Experience
Performed in the specially equipped Zodiac Theatre aboard both ships, Cookin’ NANTA delivers the high-energy, interactive entertainment that has captivated over 15.5 million people worldwide across 326 cities in 61 countries. This maritime edition preserves the original’s thrilling percussion rhythms, slapstick comedy and kitchen choreography, adapted to the unique cruise theatre environment. Guests have the option to purchase their Cookin’ Nanta show tickets either before the cruise or onboard the ship at the Box Office counter. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
“We’re delighted to bring NANTA onboard our ships this season,” said Michael Goh, President of StarDream Cruises. “This is more than just a show – it’s an immersive cultural experience that transcends language and borders, now set against the stunning backdrop of the open sea on both our cruise ships, the Genting Dream and Star Navigator.”
Immersive Korean Cultural Activities
To complement the performances, guests can also enjoy a rich lineup of Korean cultural programming onboard the ships, including:
• K-pop dance classes
• Traditional Korean craft workshops
• K-beauty demonstrations and skincare tutorials
• Korean cooking experiences and tastings
• Hanbok (traditional clothing) photo opportunities
This immersive programming offers a unique way to engage with both Korea’s modern pop culture and traditional heritage while cruising at sea.
(“Cookin’ NANTA” Takes Centre Stage Aboard Genting Dream and Star Navigator)
