The Choir of Man – Paid Cruise Ship Contracts for Late 2025 & Early 2026
Location: London, UK
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is now casting for the internationally acclaimed stage show The Choir of Man, set to perform aboard its fleet. With contracts starting in late 2025 and early 2026, selected performers will embark on 6–8-month tours, earning $1,200 USD per week, all while traveling the world. In addition to The Choir of Man, cast members will also appear in other shipboard productions including ICONS: The Bands.
Directed by Nic Doodson, choreographed by Freddie Huddleston, and musically supervised by Jack Blume, The Choir of Man is an Olivier-nominated hit that combines pub culture with powerhouse vocals, storytelling, and live instrumentation. The show features songs from artists like Queen, Adele, Guns N’ Roses, Sia, and more, all performed in an onstage pub setting — complete with beer served to the audience.
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Auditions for Norwegian are also coming to the US.
Cruise Ship Performer Job – Open Auditions Set for Detroit and Norwegian Cruise Lines Holding Open Auditions Detroit
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The Choir of Man:
Currently playing in London’s West End and aboard Norwegian Escape and Encore, the production seeks male-identifying performers (18+) of all ethnicities, shapes, and sizes. Applicants must have excellent vocal ability and be comfortable singing close harmonies. Some roles require instrumental skills, which should be clearly noted in the application.
Open Audition will be held in LONDON – JULY 10-15, 2025
See our UK page for more productions & shows casting people in the UK
Featured Roles Include:
- The Romantic – High tenor, expressive vocals from Adele to rock anthems. Guitar preferred but not required.
- The Joker – High-energy comedic character with strong vocal range and instrument skills (piano, guitar, banjo, ukulele).
- The Hard Man – Rock/pop voice with emotional depth; piano skills preferred.
- The Barman – Charismatic lead with improv abilities and strong falsetto.
- The Maestro – Expert pianist with classical or jazz training, excellent musicality.
- The Poet – Narrator of the show; warm, real, and relatable. Piano skills preferred.
- The Handyman – Talented tap dancer with baritone vocals and willingness to learn trumpet.
- The Beast – Guitar-playing gentle giant with soulful low baritone voice.
- The Bore – Deep bass voice with blues/operatic style; strong rhythm and basic piano/ukulele skills.
All applicants must be 18 or older.
Casting is being managed in the UK by Debbie O’Brien Casting. Those interested should prepare a headshot, resume, and be ready to demonstrate both vocal and instrumental ability (if applicable).
This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, award-nominated show and entertain global audiences while sailing aboard luxury cruise liners.
Apply to Auditions:
LONDON – JULY 10-15, 2025
NCLH Shows & Experiences, in association with Debbie O’Brien Casting, is currently accepting appointment requests for the upcoming London audition. To be considered, please send suggestions either by Spotlight Link or by email including CV and photo to info@debbieobrien.net.
Subject line must read: The Choir of Man – NCL