Tag: At Sea

TONIGHT’S SHOW – INTERNATIONAL TENOR SHIMI GOODMAN

Shimi was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, and currently lives in London, England.

He received a BA Honours in Musical Theatre from Guildford School of Acting. He has performed extensively in the West End and some of the most prestigious venues worldwide, entertaining royalty and Heads of State.

In 2015, Shimi sang at the gala tribute to former Israeli president Mr Shimon Peres at the Grosvenor House, Park Lane in London. In 2017, he sang in front of King Felipe VI of Spain at the Teatro Real Opera House in Madrid.

Singing since the age of 14, his first lead role was at 17 as Don Jose in an Israeli production of Carmen, which was also televised. His West End debut was as Akaash in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s production of Bombay Dreams. He
played in the musical Chicago alongside actresses such as Linda Carter, Brooke Shields, and model Christie Brinkley. He was also a lead performer in the original cast of the record-breaking hit West End show Dirty Dancing and played the role of
Che in Evita and the leading role of Don Lockwood in Singin’ in the Rain.

The press has described him as “a true triple threat” and “a looker, a hoofer and boy can he sing!” Shimi’s music can be heard on all online music stores.

MEET ENRICHMENT LECTURER KATHY REICHS
Kathy Reichs is an American crime writer, forensic anthropologist, and academic.

Reichs was a producer for the TV series Bones, which is bases on her novels, which in turn are inspired by her life. She is one of very few anthropologists certified by the American Board of Anthropology.

Today’s Enrichment Lecture with Lecturer Kathy Reichs:

Forensic Anthropology – Bones from the Crime Lab into Crime Fiction II

TONIGHT’S SHOW – PIANO SHOWMAN CHRIS HAMILTON

With his dazzling technique, astounding versatility, and charismatic personality,
New York critics have described Chris Hamilton as “the real deal” and
“a total showman.” In the UK, The Telegraph hailed him as “an ace pianist.”

Chris began playing the piano at the age of four. After winning several national
competitions, he won a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music, London.
He has performed as a headliner on all the major cruise lines and won the prestigious Silversea Guest Entertainer of the Year 2017.

He headlined a Cabaret Burlesque night at the Savoy Hotel London and the famous Hippodrome. In August 2017, he appeared in a show called “A Spoonful of Sherman” and received rave reviews, including the following: “Star of the show is Chris Hamilton with his sparkling, pitch-perfect accompaniment and occasional show stealers.” In 2017, Chris was a resident performer at The Ned in London, co-hosting Sunday Night at The Ned. He also performs regularly at Crazy Coqs in London’s West End.

Chris is a keen writer, and his first musical, Over The Threshold, for which he wrote the music, lyrics, and book, was critically acclaimed and won the MTM Award for Best Music, leading to a sell-out transfer in London’s West End and a production in Vienna. In 2014, he wrote a piece for the English National Ballet, performed at the Barbican Theatre. Two of his original songs were featured on TV last year. Chris is gaining fans worldwide who appreciate his prodigious musical gifts, easy charm, and sophisticated performing style. www.chris-hamilton.org.

CULINARY EVENT WITH GUEST CHEF TONY JIANG

With three decades of a successful culinary career, Chef Tony Jiang is highly
recognized for his creativity and fine cuisine.

The achievement of “China’s Best Restaurant Award” in 2021 is only one of his numerous awards and honors.

Focusing on high-level food quality with a unique approach to creativity,
he looks forward to his culinary events on Silver Shadow.

AN ASIAN NIGHT – A THEMED DINNER EXPERIENCE

We are visiting our last Chinese ports and are soon on our way to Japan, making it the perfect time for an Asian-themed dinner celebration!

We indulged in mouthwatering Asian delights and enjoyed a wonderfully decorated venue for this evening.

We dressed up and surprised our fellow guests with our Asian-inspired outfits. We were looking forward to seeing who dressed up best.

TONIGHT’S SHOW – DANCE ON FIRE

“Dance on Fire” is inspired by the world-famous show “Burn the Floor.”

The concept and the show have been unbelievable successes as a new, modern, and innovative way to present and perform ballroom dance styles.

Our Silversea vocalists tonight, with our dancers and musicians, provided an entertaining and memorable evening!

TONIGHT’S SHOW – MOTOWN

Our Silversea Vocalists performed an upbeat, fast-paced performance
featuring this iconic music style alongside our Silversea Dancers with some stylish moves and The Silversea Trio.

We experienced the magic of Motown in this engaging show, and it took us on a musical journey through all our favorite songs. A night not to be missed!

MEET DESTINATION LECTURER MICHAEL DISPEZIO
From hosting National Geographic broadcasts to shepherding the Discovery Channel to its first Emmy nomination, Dr. Michael DiSpezio is a renaissance educator, TV host, and science author.

A former marine biologist who worked as a research assistant to a Nobel Prize winner, he left the laboratory and his instructor role at Boston University to celebrate his passion for education as a K-12 classroom teacher for ten years. Returning to graduate school, he completed his doctorate in education.

Michael has written over 25 trade books and coauthored over 60 textbooks. His latest science program, Into Science, is published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

In addition to his work with leading print publishers, he has developed materials for Google, Disney, the Discovery Channel, PBS, Children’s Television Workshop, MTV, Scientific American Frontiers, and the US Department of Education.

After over four decades of globe-trotting, integrated with an understanding of communication pedagogy, Michael has become a master teacher and presenter. His talks are not merely lectures but interactive experiences supported by captivating visuals, movies, and animations. He facilitates an entertaining journey that explores and illuminates the voyage ahead.

Destination Lecture with Michael DiSpezio:

Chan May – Gateway to Hoi An, Da Nang and Hue
Travel from Chan May to discover the wonders and rich history of the picturesque streets of Hoi An, the cosmopolitan environs of Da Nang, and the historic
citadel of Hue

TONIGHT’S SHOW – VIRTUOSO VIOLINIST JAKUB TRASAK

Jakub Trasak is among his generation’s most talented and versatile violin players and producers. He began performing at the age of three, and his career includes more than 30 prime television appearances and live shows in venues such as Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, and the Kennedy Center. He grew up in the Czech Republic and graduated from Prague Conservatory and Berklee College of Music.

Jakub is famous for keeping audiences emotionally engaged and on the edge
of their seats by showcasing authentic and exciting performances across a wide range of musical genres

TONIGHT’S SHOW WITH JULIAN GARGIULO

PIANIST WITH THE HAIR

Julian Gargiulo is a pianist, composer, and Steinway Artist. He performs regularly
in Carnegie Hall, United Nations, Moscow Conservatory Hall, Symphony Stage in
Singapore, and Seymour Theatre in Sydney, and has been featured on Radio and
TV stations in North America, Europe, and Asia. His first recording for Deutsche
Grammophon “Estro,” with violinist María Dueñas, was released earlier this year
to wide acclaim.

Julian’s concerts are always an interactive experience. Julian. He captivates his audience with his technical precision and Jerry Seinfeld-ish wit. Julian invites his audience to abandon all preconceived notions about classical concerts. On stage, he presents a program that includes classical standards, Tango transcriptions, and his compositions. In between pieces, he engages the audience by sharing his personal stories, anecdotes from the lives of composers, and his home remedies for jet lag.

In 2015, Julian presented the first edition of ‘Getting to Carnegie’, an international music competition that offers musicians from around the world a chance to share the stage at Carnegie Hall. In 2020 Julian and his wife Elektra started a New Music Series called “One Classical Minute” (www.oneclassicalminute.com) described as “High Culture in Low Doses” for everything you never wanted to know about classical music, and never bothered to ask.

Julian splits his time between New York and Paris. More info at: www.pianistwiththehair.com

“Saturday Night Live meets Carnegie Hall” (Huffington Post)
“Expect to revise any preconceived notions you have about classical music concerts.” (Huffington Post)
“He’s the only classical musician I know who could truly be regarded as a rock star as well.” (The Courier Mail)
“He was in town last night… he’s just brilliant… there are not enough words to describe the genius behind him because when he sits down and plays, you are watching a Beethoven or Chopin… years from now, your grandkids and great-grandkids will be talking about Julian. He’s just magnificent.” (ABC TV)

Enrichment Lecture with World Affairs Lecturer Geoffrey Gray: Indonesia.

The world’s largest archipelago and Muslim country is on Australia’s doorstep. Does it offer an opportunity or a threat in the future?

After colonial rule and military dictatorship, Indonesia has emerged as a significant economic and regional power. How will it use its power and influence in the region?

Shore Excursion Briefing for the ports of Komodo, Lembar, and Benoa with your Shore Concierge Mirjana

Destination Lecture with Dr. Lawrence Blair:

An Island Of Gods And Another Of Dragons
An introduction to Bali and Komodo, with their mysticism and magic and their primordial creatures

TONIGHT’S SHOW – A WORLD OF MUSIC


Enjoy a rare opportunity to hear and see a Celtic harp up close. Internationally acclaimed Kate Targett-Adams will serenade you with song, wit & charm in an entertaining show that allows the soft & gentle sounds of the Celtic harp
to tickle your soul.

A modern-day traveling minstrel, Kate began her musical as a solo singer & harpist in Scotland. With a Master’s from Oxford University, she performed for the British Royal Family, the British, Irish, and Scottish Prime Ministers, and the Vice Premier of China. She has also played for many celebrities, including 007’s Sir Sean Connery, football’s Sir Ian Ferguson, Harry Potter’s J.K. Rowling, and fashion’s Vera Wang. Kate has performed in prestigious locations worldwide, including Beijing’s Forbidden City, New York’s Waldorf Astoria, Washington’s Smithsonian Museum, and Edinburgh Castle.

Kate’s ability to speak and sing in many languages led her to move to Hong Kong in 2007, where she lived for 13 years performing as a solo entertainer across Asia. In March 2020, Kate moved to beautiful Queenstown in New Zealand, where she now resides.

Destination Lecture with Dr. Lawrence Blair:

Indonesia – A Land of Waking Dreams

• A new look at this massive island nation with 34% of the world’s active volcanoes. Its history, cultures, creatures, and wonders.

Enrichment Lecture with World Affairs Lecturer Geoffrey Gray: Australia.

• The isolated continent has unique flora and fauna. However, man has introduced destructive animals and plants, causing severe environmental damage.
• From the dingo to the rabbits and plants like lantana, the natural landscape has been impacted, mainly for the worse. Efforts are now underway to correct the damage

TONIGHT’S SHOW – ABBA CELEBRATION

A fun evening celebrating the greatest songs of Abba, featuring all of our favorite hits with Silversea vocalists Mya Boyd and Francesca Rimoldi, along
with the Silversea Trio. We sang along and danced the night away!