Broadway fans, Tony Award-nominee Emily Skinner is joining Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway Cruise to Iceland, and cabins are still available! As with all of Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway Cruises, there’s a great lineup of stars performing and mingling with guests: Skinner, Tony Award winner Ari’el Stachel, and Tony nominee Norm Lewis.
Nominated for a Tony Award (along with Alice Ripley) in the original production of Side Show, Skinner has been seen across the Broadway landscape in over 11 productions, as well as numerous off-Broadway and regional productions, concerts, events, and television appearances. This powerhouse is ready to bring her talent and charm to the high seas.
We caught up with Emily to talk about the upcoming trip, her connection to Seth, and what fans can expect from this unique Broadway adventure.
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What are you most excited about for Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway Cruise to Iceland, and what do you hope to experience while on board?
Emily Skinner: I’m excited about visiting Iceland with Seth and Norm, two great old friends. And honestly, I’m looking forward to watching both of them perform on board because these are two men who truly know how to entertain and delight.
Seth is known for his incredible knowledge of Broadway and his hilarious "Deconstructed" videos. How did you first meet Seth, and what is your favorite memory of working or spending time with him?
I met Seth back in 1992 when I first moved to NYC. We’ve done so many things together over the years, from performing in hospital wards to all kinds of benefits for groups in need. He’s one of the most inspiring & inspired people I know in the theater world and his heart is as huge as his talent.
Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway Cruise is a unique opportunity for fans to get up close and personal with their favorite stars. What do you think makes this kind of intimate experience so special for both you and the fans?
If you are a Broadway fan who loves an adventure, this is your jam! A high end luxury trip to an incredible destination all while being entertained (and entertaining!) with Broadway pros who are there to have as much fun as you are! What could be better?!
Beyond the performances, what are you looking forward to doing in Iceland? Do you have a favorite port or a specific activity you’re hoping to do?
Getting in a geothermal pool!
What's one thing you can tease or share with fans about what you'll be performing or discussing on the cruise?
Well, there for sure will be music and stories about Side Show, which Norm and I did together on Broadway.
Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway Cruise to Iceland sails July 18-25, 2026. Join Sirius XM radio host and Broadway pianist/conductor/author Seth Rudetsky on an incredible cruise to the Iceland featuring top-Broadway guest notables you will not only meet but watch perform iconic onboard concerts! Guests aboard the Celebrity Silhouette® will start their adventure embarking from Reykjavik, and visits Seydisfjordur, Akureyri and Isafjordur with Broadway Notables
Don't miss your chance to see Seth, Emily, Ari’el and Norm on this one-of-a-kind vacation. Cabins are booking fast! For more information and to book your trip, visit PlaybillTravel.com.
