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MSC Cruises has announced the entertainment programme for MSC World Asia, the third vessel in its World Class series, ahead of the ship’s scheduled Mediterranean debut on December 4th, 2026. The programme will include 6 theatrical productions across the ship’s entertainment venues, featuring three new shows in the World Theatre and a new live music production in the Panorama Lounge. Two established productions, Hall of Fame and Queen Symphonic, will also make their Mediterranean debuts aboard the new vessel. Compared with MSC World Europa, the first ship in the series, World Asia will introduce 13 new experiences and redesigned spaces. Entertainment will be distributed across several venues, including the World Theatre, Panorama Lounge, Luna Park, The Harbour and the new Clubhouse. The ship will operate 7-night Mediterranean cruises, calling at Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia for Rome, Messina and Valletta. According to Steve Leatham, MSC’s Vice President of Entertainment, the programme combines new and returning stage productions with live music, activities, games and interactive experiences.

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