Stephen Schwartz will oversee the creative direction of four new Princess musicals
By
Rebecca Gibson |
Award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz is to oversee the creative development of four new musicals for Princess Cruises.
Schwartz, who created the Wicked, Pippin and Godspell musicals, has won three Oscars, four Grammys, three Academy Awards and has been nominated for six Tony Awards. He is also the only songwriter in Broadway history to ever have three shows run more than 1,900 performances.
“Throughout my career, one thing has never changed - people love to be entertained by brilliant performances,” said Schwartz. “Through emotional lyrics and song I’m excited to bring my passion for moving and entertaining people to Princess and to use this new creative canvas to captivate and inspire guests unlike any other productions at sea.”
Schwartz’s first Princess musical will debut on Crown Princess this autumn and will be called Magic to Do. The show will combine magic with some of Schwartz’s most famous songs and a new song written exclusively for Princess.
“Having seen Wicked in the West End I have seen firsthand the magic that Stephen brings to the stage,” said Paul Ludlow, Princess Cruises’ managing director for UK and Europe. “I am look forward to seeing the outcome of our partnership and the enjoyment it will bring to our guests onboard.”