Queen Elizabeth® Ship Overview

Royal Court Theatre

Take a seat for a thrilling music and dance extravaganza, comedian or singer in the magnificent Royal Court Theatre. Private boxes, which can be reserved for a small fee on production show nights, offer a great view and come with complimentary champagne and chocolates – the perfect evening.

Classical Concerts

Sit back and listen to some of your favourite music or discover new compositions at one of the classical concerts.

Fencing In The Ballroom

As surreal as it sounds, you can learn to fence in QE's Queens Room – the large sprung ballroom floor makes an ideal space. Join trained instructors to learn the art of this noble sport.

Planetarium

You know you’re on a special ship indeed when you can settle into your comfortable seat in the only planetarium at sea. More than this, Illuminations is a luxury 3D cinema and a classical music venue. The planetarium dome can send you on an epic voyage across the solar system, teach you to navigate by the stars, or show other science and natural history films, with up to four screenings on each sea day. With the dome retracted, Illuminations hosts 3D films and stunning concerts and recitals.

Yacht Club

Occupying an imposing position overlooking the Pavilion Pool, the Yacht Club comes to life in the evening. A central dance floor is a perfect place to show off your footwork into the early has accompanied by the resident live band or DJ.

Evening Performances

Every evening during your cruise promises a stellar array of entertainment choices. So, whether you are in the mood for music, dance performances or even magic shows, prepare to settle into your seat. Watch the resident Royal Court Singers & Dancers stage dazzling West-End style productions or abridged Shakespeare performances.

String Quartet

A string quartet is the perfect accompaniment to white-gloved Afternoon Tea in QE's Queens Room and also sets the tone for the sparkling Royal Night Theme Balls.

Cunard Insights

Explore a number of historical and contemporary issues presented by a wide range of speakers, from explorers, academics, former ambassadors and politicians, through to historians, scientists, novelists, biographers, and award-winning actors. Each of an Insights lectures is designed to inform and inspire.

Pianist

The Commodore Club welcomes you each evening with soft relaxing music from the beautiful ivory keys of the baby grand piano.

Dancing

The Queens Room with its sprung dance floor is simply stunning. Dance the night away at one of the glamorous balls, or for something more contemporary head to the Yacht Club nightclub or on deck for a lively sail-away party.

Lavish Productions

Watch lavish musicals and unforgettable hi-tech productions performed by the Cunard Royal Dancers and Singers in the elegant and traditionally decorated Royal Court Theatre.

Gala Balls

Gala Balls are highly anticipated occasions on any cruise of three nights or more. They’re the reason you’ve packed your finest dinner jackets and ballgowns, ready to sweep around the Queens Room. An eight-piece orchestra sets the tempo to an evening of dancing; A gentlemen hosts are always waiting to accompany any single ladies. Every event has a glamorous theme, from the traditional Black & White Ball and Masquerade Ball, to a Roaring Twenties Ball and a hat-focused Ascot Ball.

Artistic Endeavours

Join accomplished artists as they take you through the finer points of watercolor painting and other disciplines. This is an ideal way to pick up a forgotten talent or learn an engaging new hobby.