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Lola's Library

// Comedy Cabarét Show

Tags
Concept, Show Direction, Art Direction, Video Content
Client
Virgin Voyages
Location
The Manor (aboard the Resilient Lady)
Year
Ongoing

A LATE NIGHT LITERARY AFFAIR

"Lola's Library" at The Manor aboard Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady redefines evening entertainment by transforming an intimate theater and nightclub into a spectacular cabaret adventure. This immersive experience combines the elegance of a cocktail lounge with the excitement of a variety show and the vibrant energy of a nightclub. The show is led by the charismatic Lola the Librarian and her quirky ensemble, Dewey and Mary.

OBJECTIVE

Our mission was to infuse the "Resilient Lady" with unmatched late-night allure. Utilizing The Manor, a state-of-the-art venue designed by Roman and Williams, we crafted a narrative-driven, 3-4 hour late-night experience inviting guests to choose their adventure, move freely, and engage with the unfolding story.


CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS

Broad Appeal: Aligning with Virgin Voyages; brand ethos, we integrated elements from beloved stories like Snow White and Harry Potter into our performance, creating a rich tapestry of music, costumes, and storytelling. This approach, combined with pop and queer cultural references and a dash of nostalgia, ensures relatability for every guest.

Dynamic Engagement: Lola's Library" breaks away from traditional theater settings by encouraging fluid audience interaction. With "activated downtimes," guests can relax, converse, or dance, making the space truly their own. The narrative is structured into three distinct "chapters" each offering a standalone story. This format allows guests the flexibility to enjoy a single chapter or return on different nights to discover more, ensuring a novel experience with each visit.

RESULT

"Lola's Library" has quickly become a flagship entertainment feature aboard the Resilient Lady, elevating the Virgin Voyages experience. This groundbreaking show concept by No Ceilings Entertainment has significantly enhanced customer satisfaction, solidifying our reputation for developing immersive, memorable entertainment experiences that captivate and engage.

Credits

No Ceilings, Adam North // Concept
Richard Killman // VP of Entertainment: Virgin Voyages
Pepper Lohr // Director of Entertainment Creative: Virgin Voyages
Laura Dieli // Senior Manager of Production
Kim Willecke (No Ceilings), Dennis Jauch (No Ceilings) // Show Direction
Phil Shaw (No Ceilings) // Art Direction
Adam North // Script Writer
Deimos Virgillito // Music Producer
Dean Lee // Choreographer
Aviva Gomes, Lockhar Brownlie, Micky Kurz, Tina Rusin // Assistant Choreographers
Emil Gampe // Costume Designer
Tabitha Rodman // Lighting Designer
Liam Mcdermott // Audio Design and System Integration: Virgin Voyages
Phil Shaw (No Ceilings), Kim Willecke (No Ceilings) // Video Content
Rachael Cady // Video Programming
Becs Roscoe, Alana Barker // Production Stage Managers: Virgin Voyages
Regan Kelly // Automation Supervision and Programming: Virgin Voyages
Naomi Slabber // Stage Management
Crystal Heckert, Bridget Hollins // Wardrobe: Virgin Voyages
Nick Geurts, Alison Ingelstrom // Assistant Directors

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