SANTA CLARITA, Calif.(May 2, 2017) –Two new Broadway-style stageshowsoffered to PrincessCruisesguests are receiving rave reviews – "Born toDance,"the latest show to debut in the cruise line's Stephen Schwartz partnership and"Encore," based on the highly popular opera performance "Bravo".

"Princess audiencesare mesmerized by our high caliber, Broadway-style shows," said Denise Saviss,vice president, entertainment experience for Princess Cruises. "As part of our‘Come Back New Promise,' providing guests enriching vacation experiences throughenhanced onboard product offerings, ‘Born to Dance' and ‘Encore' deliverengaging experiences, ultimately creating lifelong memories for our guests."

"Born to Dance"

Created in partnership with Stephen Schwartz,Oscar®, Grammy® and TonyAward®-winning composer of "Wicked," "Godspell," and "Pippin," "Born toDance" is the second offering in the cruise line's exclusive partnership. Theshow celebrates the aspirations, hurdles and triumphs of professional dancers,as told through tributes to Broadway's greatest choreography in a feel-goodstory.

"We're proud of our dynamic collaborationwith Stephen Schwartz bringing our second revered show to life with ‘Born toDance.' Guests love the high-energy music and dancing," added Saviss.

Princess audiences get a glimpse of what ittakes to be a dancer, the highs and lows and that driving need to dance broughtto life by some of Broadway's most famous hits including "West Side Story," "AChorus Line," "Chicago" and more. A who's-who of acclaimed choreographers anddancers virtually join the multi-media production, tracing the journey of thegreat artists and shows that made musical theater history.

Overseeingthe creative development of four brand new shows for Princess Cruises, Schwartzbrings together an illustrious team of Broadway talent to support theproductions through direction and design. "Born to Dance" is created anddirected by Daniel C. Levine from Broadways' "Les Misérables" and "Mamma Mia!"and is now showing aboard Golden Princess, Grand Princess and Star Princess.Additional talent includes costume design by six time Tony Award® winner William Ivey Long, musicalarrangement by Bryan Perri, conductor for Broadway's Wicked,choreography by Al Blackstone from the hit show So You Think You Can Dance, andscenic design by Tony Award® winner Beowulf Boritt.

The show will premiere next on Regal Princessin October. Find more information, including the show trailer here: princess.com/borntodance

"Encore"

Celebrating the cruise line's legacy oforiginal entertainment created in-house, "Encore" is inspired by the cruiseline's top-rated show "Bravo" and accompanied by an impressive onstageorchestra.

"We embrace our long-standing tradition ofcreating original entertainment to captivate our guests and ‘Encore' delivers amoving performance audiences will remember long after the curtain closes,"added Saviss.

"Encore"pays homage to the traditions of pop, opera and musical theater in aspellbinding experience set amidst the romantic splendor of a beautifulMontecito garden. Showcasing new songs performed by a true soprano guest artistand combined with elaborate costumes and stunning sets, the show is conceived,directed and choreographed by American Idol's Danny Teeson, with musicaldirection by Academy Awards arranger Nelson Kole and set design by Emmy®award-winner John Iacovelli.

Coral Princess, Island Princess and SeaPrincess are currently showing "Encore," with Royal Princess the next ship toreceive the show in December. The show trailer and more details can befound here: princess.com/productionshows.

Additionalinformation about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travelagent, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS, or by visiting the company's website atprincess.com.

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One of thebest-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise line and tourcompany operating a fleet of 18 modern cruise ships renowned for theirinnovative design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment andamenities, all provided with the experience of exceptional customer service. Arecognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess carries two million guestseach year to more than 360 destinations around the globe on more than 150itineraries ranging in length from three to 111 days. The company is part ofCarnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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Brea Burkholz,661-753-1542, bburkholz@princesscruises.com

Negin Kamali, 661-753-1539, nkamali@princesscruises.com