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Acts at The Limelight Club

Your evenings at sea deserve something special. So, get close, cosy and personal at The Limelight Club and prepare yourself for a showstopper of an evening.

4 min 22 Jun 2026

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Available on board Arvia, Iona and Britannia, acts at The Limelight Club are available to book a couple of weeks before departure. Each sailing offers something different, but the experience remains the same: an elegant, cabaret‑style night of dinner and live entertainment in a venue purpose‑built for atmosphere. With attentive service, a specially crafted three‑course menu and a warm, glamorous setting, it’s a night guests return to.

Standout performances

The Limelight Club continues to be one of the most memorable evenings on board - bringing together dazzling live performances, fantastic food and drinks, and an intimate atmosphere designed to make every guest feel part of the show. From celebrated singers to standout West End names and much‑loved personalities, see who will be joining us on board over the next few months.

 

B617 - Sir Geoff Hurst

Marking exactly 60 years since his historic World Cup triumph on 30th July, Sir Geoff Hurst returns to Britannia for an evening of unforgettable conversation. Join England’s legendary 1966 hat-trick hero - the only player ever to score a hat-trick in a World Cup Final - as he shares entertaining and insightful stories from his remarkable life, both on and off the pitch.


B617 – Andy Abraham

International platinum-selling recording star Andy Abraham brings his smooth soul and swing vocals to The Limelight Club. Rising to fame as the much-loved runner‑up on The X Factor in 2005, Andy has since delighted audiences around the world. Enjoy this unforgettable live performance alongside a delicious three‑course dinner in an intimate setting.


K617 - Matt Cardle

Winner of The X Factor, Matt has built an impressive career spanning chart success and leading roles on the West End stage. His theatre credits include standout performances in Memphis, Strictly Ballroom, Jesus Christ Superstar, & Juliet, and most recently Kinky Boots.

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July also sees the beginning of Stephen Mulhern’s residency on Iona!

 

Step into a one-of-a-kind Limelight Club experience as TV’s Stephen Mulhern presents his brand-new show, Live and Unbelievable! Enjoy an exclusive performance like nowhere else at sea, paired with a delicious three-course dinner. With just 180 seats, this first of its kind evening offers an intimate and unforgettable blend of entertainment, charm and dining in a truly unique setting. 

 

Back by popular demand:

  • Chesney Hawkes
  • Ray Quinn
  • Louise & Laura 

How to see who’s performing on your cruise

We release our lineup of Limelight Club performers for each P&O Cruises sailing 14 days before departure. Unfortunately, last minute cancellations and changes can occur, (due to illness and personal circumstances), of course. Whatever happens, though, you can be sure of top acts and top nights at The Limelight Club.

 

To view the acts especially curated for your cruise:

 

1.  Log in to My P&O Cruises  (from two weeks before your sailing date)

2.  Go to ‘Dining and drinks’ in the second menu bar, then click on ‘Dining’

3. The landing page will display all restaurants available on your cruise, as well as a tile specifically for The Limelight Club and the individual shows you can enjoy.

4. Click on ‘Book now’ or ‘View details’ to view more information for the acts scheduled during your cruise

5.  You can now make your booking, choosing the number of guests, accessibility needs and date and time you’d like to join us

6.  Once happy with your booking, click ‘Add to basket’.

7.  A pop-up confirmation will appear in the upper right hand of the screen.

8.  Be sure to complete the checkout process to reserve your booking

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The Limelight Club experience

As well as the top-level entertainment that will whisk you and your friends, family and shipmates through the evening, The Limelight Club offers:

 

· A three‑course menu, crafted to complement the evening’s entertainment

· Attentive table service throughout the show

· A relaxed, cabaret‑style setting

· Evening Casual dress code

 

With limited capacity, early booking is encouraged once availability opens. A cover charge is applicable as part of the venue’s speciality dining experience.

For groups of six or more, please read our articles on Group dining information