SANTA CLARITA, Calif.,
March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/
-- The seas are coming alive with the sound of music.
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Beginning mid-April, Princess Cruises will partner with
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment to screen the biggest
movie musical of all time, The Sound of Music, onboard all
18 of its cruise ships and feature sing-a-longs, trivia games, and
other movie-themed experiences throughout the year. The offerings
celebrate the 50th anniversaries of both the cruise line
and the musical and are part of a year-long campaign to honor the
classic film.
In addition, Princess Cruises is offering movie fans chances to
win a free cruise and a $500 onboard
gift card every month through December 2015. More details
about the themed onboard experiences and cruise giveaways are
available at www.princesscruises.com/SoundofMusic.
A phenomenon upon its debut in 1965, The Sound of Music
won five Academy Awards®, including "Best Picture" and continues to
inspire audiences around the world with unforgettable songs
including "Do-Re-Mi," "My Favorite Things," "Climb Every Mountain,"
and "The Sound of Music." Starring Oscar® winners Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, the film follows
Maria (Andrews), the warm-hearted
young woman who brings joy and music to Captain von Trapp (Plummer) and his seven children.
"The Sound of Music isn't just a classic film - watching the
movie together is a classic family activity. In a year in which
both Princess Cruises and The Sound of Music mark their
golden anniversaries, this is truly a fun and memorable way to join
in the celebrations," said Jan
Swartz, Princess Cruises president.
The Sound of Music will be shown once on every sailing
throughout 2015 on Princess Cruises giant Movies Under the Stars
top deck screens, with the sing-a-long version featured in the
Princess Theater. Song birds can meet and rehearse for a special
The Sound of Music edition of Princess Pop Choir and a
themed Trivia Challenge will test fans' movie knowledge.
The Sound of Music 50th Anniversary Blu-ray™
featuring the all-new documentary "The Sound of a City: Julie
Andrews Returns to Salzburg" is
available everywhere now.
Additional information about Princess Cruises is available
through a professional travel consultant, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS
(1-800-774-6237) or by visiting the company's website at
http://www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in
cruising, Princess Cruises is a global cruise and tour company
operating a fleet of 18 modern ships renowned for their innovative
design and wide array of choices in dining, entertainment and
amenities, all provided in an environment of exceptional customer
service. A recognized leader in worldwide cruising, Princess
carries 1.7 million guests each year to destinations around the
globe ranging in length from three to 114 days. The company is part
of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
About Twentieth Century Fox Home
Entertainment:
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment is
the industry leading worldwide marketing, sales and distribution
company for all Fox produced, acquired and third party partner film
and television programing. Each year TCFHE expands its
award-winning global product portfolio with the introduction of new
entertainment content through established and emerging formats
including DVD, Blu-ray™ and Digital HD™. Twentieth Century Fox Home
Entertainment is a subsidiary of 21st Century Fox.
Newsroom:
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princess.com/news.
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