The Ship Less Travelled

Episode 208

London Theatre at Sea on Cunard's QM2

Logged: June 21, 2026

After years of discussing it, Dave has at last made his first QM2 crossing — and Lorraine's response was characteristically gracious: "Welcome to the club." 🚢

Dave returns from the London Theatre at Sea Transatlantic Crossing aboard the legendary Queen Mary 2, and he is ready to give his considered verdict.

Did this theatre-themed voyage deserve its own standing ovation? 🏆 Or did it fall somewhat short of expectation? 🎭

In the finest theatrical tradition, Dave shares everything. And the verdict, it must be said, is rather a glowing one: this was a genuinely exceptional sailing, and a particularly fitting way to mark the 50th anniversary of the Olivier Awards. With an extraordinary lineup of West End performers, dazzling productions, lectures, workshops, and conversations with some of British theatre's most distinguished names, the programme was — as Dave describes it — a quite extraordinary abundance of theatrical riches.

But was it worth the investment? Who chooses a theatre-themed Atlantic crossing, and why? And what sort of remarkable company will you keep when surrounded by fellow theatre enthusiasts in the middle of the ocean? This episode answers all of it, with considerable pleasure. 🎭

Whether you are already devoted to the Transatlantic crossing or simply intrigued by the idea of a life at sea between continents, this episode offers a warm and candid look behind the curtain of one of Cunard's most distinctive event voyages.

🎙️ Do listen, and do join the conversation.

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