Hi @Martina Long. It’s my understanding that different cruise lines have different requirements for submission - some need 2 SEPARATE 45min shows, many need charts some need a 10-min clip of the show, some do not. Is it possible to get a good amount of work on a specific cruise lines frequently enough for it to make sense to have a ‘niche’ of doing, say, Carnival/Norwegian/etc. and not necessarily trying to pitch to them all? Not sure how many there are and don’t want to spread myself too thin, trying to get too many shows ready at once for too many cruise lines as there is a lot to think about.

🎤🚢 The three most important things I look for in performers who want to become headliners: 1️⃣ Talent that captivates an audience 2️⃣ Production elements in your shows 3️⃣ The ability to create unforgettable moments that keep guests talking long after the show. Being a headliner is about more than performing, it's about delivering an experience every single time. 🌟

Your headliner script needs the right blend of song, script, and audience engagement to keep energy high and attention locked in from start to finish. Below is a suggested format I’ve personally used when headlining that helps maintain strong flow throughout the show. You might be thinking - is it really that important?Yes. When you're being compared against other exceptional performers, every detail matters. Flow, pacing, and how you structure your moments on stage all impact how the audience experiences you. Here’s a simple structure to get your ideas flowing: 1. 🎤 High-energy opening song (set the tone immediately) 2. 👋 Quick intro (who you are + establish your presence on stage) 3. 🎶 Song 4. 💬 Short banter / audience connection 5. 🎶 Song 6. 🎶 Song 7. 💬 Longer banter (you’ve earned the audience’s attention here) 8. 🎶 Song 9. 🎶 Song 10. 🗣️ Closing speech / gratitude moment 11. 🎤 Big closing song This isn’t a strict format - it’s simply a creative framework to help you think about pacing, energy, and audience engagement in a structured way. Now I’m curious: 💭 What do you think of this structure?💭 How are you currently building your own headliner scripts?💭 What’s the hardest part for you - flow, banter, or song selection? Drop your thoughts and questions below - let’s break this down together. 🎭

Is it possible to have multiple acts submitted with whoever is your cruise agent (i.e. booking your ‘Soul/RnB Experience’ show for one cruise, and your musical theater show for another)?

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