Celebrity Cruises is taking its unrivalled holiday experience to greater heights by joining forces with two legendary names in the entertainment and culinary worlds – the iconic American Ballet Theatre and world-renowned Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud. Both of these cutting-edge partnerships will create unforgettable on-board experiences unlike anything at sea.
A PARTNERSHIP WORTHY OF A STANDING OVATION
Celebrity Cruises is teaming up for a pas de deux with one of the most acclaimed dance companies in the world, American Ballet Theatre. Founded in 1939, American Ballet Theatre has been a pillar in New York City’s cultural community and America’s artistic landscape for nearly 80 years.
American Ballet Theatre has wowed audiences in all 50 states and in 45 countries, performing for nearly 300,000 annually. Now, through an exclusive partnership that’s a first in the industry, they’re coming aboard Celebrity’s ships to bring guests the best classical dance experience at sea.
As part of the partnership, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive American Ballet Theatre guest performances on select ships, join the dancers for intimate seminars, ballet barre classes, and embark on unforgettable excursions to American Ballet Theatre performances in some of our most dynamic ports of call.
THE MICHELIN STARS ARE ALIGNING
Founder of an award-winning restaurant group that spans the world, including his legendary Michelin-starred flagship, DANIEL and Café Boulud, in New York City, Chef Daniel Boulud is a name every foodie knows. Now, he’s joining culinary forces with Celebrity Cruises and the brand’s own Michelin-starred chef and Associate Vice President of Food and Beverage Operations, Cornelius Gallagher.
As Celebrity Cruises’ Global Culinary Brand Ambassador, Daniel Boulud will design signature dishes for Luminae, the brand’s exclusive restaurant for suite class guests. Celebrity Cruises is also introducing Chef’s Table by Daniel Boulud, complete with a private galley tour and five-course dining experience, plus guest chef appearances on board. The brand is also working closely with Daniel Boulud on a culinary mentorship program where the most talented up-and-coming chefs can hone their craft by learning from the best – both in Celebrity Cruises’ kitchens and in Boulud’s.
The new experiences with both American Ballet Theatre and Daniel Boulud will begin rolling out across the fleet in 2019, starting with Celebrity Summit, then Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Millennium. All three ships are being transformed in 2019 as part of the Celebrity Revolution, a $500 million fleet-wide investment to bring the finest designs and venues on Celebrity Edge to all of Celebrity Cruises’ guests.
To learn more about Celebrity Cruises’ partnership with American Ballet Theatre and with Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud, please visit the website.
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