Queen Victoria - Theatre Box - Cost?

Does anyone know the cost of the private theatre box on QV?

Is it fun / worth it? Anyone done this before?

It's first in, first served I hear. No cost. So get in early.

Steve

I thought you had to reserve a box and you got champagne / etc.?

Hmmmm not to my knowledge. I have seen it discussed here and from what I remember it was just first in, first served. No extras like champaign etc.. It's just 'better seating' I may be wrong though. Personally I think they should be reserved for the grills, as they have already paid the most.

On the "production" nights, they are reserved. $50 plus the auto gratuity. We loved it. We also sat in the boxes first come, first served on movies or non production nights (comedian, etc.). We thought it was nice. Just another opinion.

Does anyone know the cost of the private theatre box on QV?

 

Is it fun / worth it? Anyone done this before?

The cost of a private box ( only for some of the large production shows, eg 'Victoriana' ) is $50+ 15% 'for two people only' and that includes a 'half bot' a champagne ( Veuve)

One needs to book this in advance .... the dates of when this product is available can be found in the onboard daily programme .

Before the start of the show you first go to the 'Holding Lounge' (upper level of the theatre) where you can partake of 'small finger desserts' before being escorted by a 'Cunard liveried Bellboy' to your reserved box.

A tip ... Don't waste time in the restaurant ordering a dessert after your evening meal, go to the holding lounge.

A box can seat up to four ( some can seat six) however; the cost is $50 per two and includes the 'half bot' champage, if you intend to drink it or not !

Would I do it again ? .... No , once is enough ;)

Bellboy:)

A tip ... Don't waste time in the restaurant ordering a dessert after your evening meal, go to the holding lounge.

Bellboy:)

Wasting time ordering dessert!!??:eek: A novel concept...

Mary

As Jim Avery said, on non-production show nights the boxes are open to anyone. We had no problem getting one several times during our cruise.

On freebie nights you can get waiter drinks service in the boxes if you catch their eye. So it's a nice place to enjoy a libation while you watch the entertainment.

The other point is that because of the glass front to the boxes and the LED floor and wall lights, some/most of them have very annoying reflections in your line of sight and you sometimes have to take a strange seating position to get a clear view.

Of course, it depends on your body shape, so pick your box with care. A good idea is to wander in there during the day and identify which ones work best for you.

The same comment applies to the very upper deck of the normal seating - the glass screens can be quite distracting if you pick the wrong pew.

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Let me add a few words about this experience. These theatre-boxes are an innovation of Cunard: although one or two other cruise lines (NCL for example) offer theatre-boxes, none offers the ceremony Cunard offers.

You are welcomed at the entrance of the theatre by a uniformed member of the crew, who accompanies you to a little private, 'secret' salon. There you spend your time being served Veuve Cliquot champagne (Queen Elizabeth’s official) with chocolates and canapés. When time comes, your escort appears again and guides you to your private theatre-box, where a new bottle of champagne and chocolates await you.

Our box for two in the portside lower tier was well designed with nice, uninterrupted view of the stage (with plexiglas railing). If we wanted to call our escort a cord was provided, like in fine old houses. In the end a photo of the show was handed to us to commemorate. We felt it was a fine civilized experience, worthy of Cunard's reputation.

Let me add a few words about this experience. These theatre-boxes are an innovation of Cunard: although one or two other cruise lines (NCL for example) offer theatre-boxes, none offers the ceremony Cunard offers.

 

You are welcomed at the entrance of the theatre by a uniformed member of the crew, who accompanies you to a little private, 'secret' salon. There you spend your time being served Veuve Cliquot champagne (Queen Elizabeth’s official) with chocolates and canapés. When time comes, your escort appears again and guides you to your private theatre-box, where a new bottle of champagne and chocolates await you.

 

Our box for two in the portside lower tier was well designed with nice, uninterrupted view of the stage (with plexiglas railing). If we wanted to call our escort a cord was provided, like in fine old houses. In the end a photo of the show was handed to us to commemorate. We felt it was a fine civilized experience, worthy of Cunard's reputation.

That is just how we felt as well. The cord to summon staff was a nice touch if you want to order something other than the VC champers. We enjoyed the privacy to comment to each other during the performance with out disturbing neighbors. :D

One night we enjoyed the Royal box, which I think could seat six. It was by far the largest and the best box for watching the stage because you are mostly facing forward. The side boxes close to the front don't have great views and sometimes the lights can reflect on the glass.

There is a plaque on the back wall of the box which notes that the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall were guests in that box.

Yes, box 15. The problem is that it is not very private.

One night we enjoyed the Royal box, which I think could seat six. It was by far the largest and the best box for watching the stage because you are mostly facing forward. The side boxes close to the front don't have great views and sometimes the lights can reflect on the glass.

There is a plaque on the back wall of the box which notes that the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall were guests in that box.

My wife and I enjoyed sitting in that box in our 2010 crossing. In fact, the only night we didn't use it was the night it had to be reserved and paid for. For each of the other nights we had the good fortune to be the only occupants of the box.

The other point is that because of the glass front to the boxes and the LED floor and wall lights, some/most of them have very annoying reflections in your line of sight and you sometimes have to take a strange seating position to get a clear view.

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Agree with this, found viewing from the boxes very poor.

Jim,

Which theater box has the best view? When do we need to reserve it?

Marsha

We found 11 & 12 and the two the tier below to be most to our liking. Most private and good sight lines. Yes, the glass panels can be an issue from some angles but did not bother us that much. Imagine the people falling out of them without the glass panels.:eek: We really enjoyed the experience, and as others have said, feel free to try them out for free on non production nights or at the movies.

Does anyone know the cost of the private theatre box on QV?

 

Is it fun / worth it? Anyone done this before?

You can reserve the box on certain nights. I found it to cost $27. Add the champagne & it comes out to $50+ gratuity. We found you frequently could get there in plenty of time to get one..about 15 min. before show time & not have to pay. The sairs can be fairly sttep & I think that deters some. There is an issue of the curved glass causing distortion of your view.

Thanks Jim and Keith for the information, we are l

Sailing on the QV Feb 14.

Marsha

Happy Valentines Day. That sounds like more fun than a box o chocolates.:D

Any advice as to how early to arrive on "non-production" nights?

We went straight after dinner and were generally able to get a box

We went straight after dinner and were generally able to get a box

How long before showtime would that be?

Usually around 15 - 20 minutes

By the time we finished dinner it was always too late to get a box. In fact, I don't think we ever made the start of the shows, just not sufficient time to eat in the MDR and then get there. Not if you are sociable with your table guests and don't want to rush your food.