Alan Cumming to Headline Cunard Voyage

Stage and screen star Alan Cumming will join Cunard as part of the luxury cruise line’s renowned Insights program on the December 8, 2023 Transatlantic Crossing on flagship ocean liner Queen Mary 2.
Alan Cumming, photo credit: Josh Going

Stage and screen star Alan Cumming will join Cunard as part of the luxury cruise line’s renowned Insights program on the December 8, 2023 Transatlantic Crossing on flagship ocean liner Queen Mary 2.

While sailing on the seven-night voyage from New York to Southampton, England, Cumming will offer a Q&A session with guests, host two screenings, and hold a book signing of his memoir, “Baggage.” Alan will be screening the 2022 documentary, My Old School, about the scandal of Brian MacKinnon, a 30-year-old who enrolled in school as a 16-year-old. Cumming appears as an avatar for MacKinnon in the documentary.

“We are thrilled to welcome back Alan Cumming on Queen Mary 2’s December 8th Transatlantic Crossing,” said Matt Gleaves, VP Commercial, Cunard North America. “Alan’s immense talent and captivating presence will be a highlight for guests, giving them the opportunity to learn about his career, creative process, and personal journey, and creating an unforgettable experience during their Crossing.”

The multi-talented Cumming has appeared in numerous films and television shows, was nominated for Emmys, SAG Awards and Golden Globes, and is a long-time renowned stage actor both in New York and London. Most famously Alan won a Tony award for his role in Cabaret on Broadway and is best known for his roles in EmmaGoldenEye, Anniversary PartyX2 and The Good Wife. He has his own cabaret club in New York, “Club Cumming,” most recently hosted the reality show The Traitors, starred in Schmigadoon!, and continues to perform live around the country. A dedicated humanitarian and activist Cumming devotes much of his energy to promoting LGBTQ and human rights, receiving over forty awards for his humanitarianism and social activism.

Cunard’s Insights program showcases fascinating experts from various industries on every voyage, providing guests with an elevated and inspiring experience. The addition of Alan Cumming further demonstrates Cunard’s commitment to offering exceptional entertainment and cultural enrichment aboard their ships.

For more information about Cunard, or to book a voyage, contact your Travel Advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273 or visit www.cunard.com.

For Travel Advisors interested in further information, please contact your Business Development Manager, visit OneSourceCruises.com or call Cunard at 1-800-528-6273.

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