Rhapsody of the Seas Photologue



Promenade Deck - Deck 5

		Epitomizing the musical theme of the Rhapsody of the Seas is the 870 guest capacity Broadway Melodies Theatre. Production shows and guest entertainers are generally scheduled at two times per evening to accommodate early and late dining times. A focal point of the Broadway Melodies Theatre is the stage curtain by artist Steven Rundle based upon a concept of Howard Snoweiss Design Group. Paramount Parks is the production company of the stage curtain and they will work with an artist that they feel is best suited to translate the desired concept. All work is hand crafted with layer upon layer of painting, printing, and embellishments. Other noteworthy works of art to accentuate the melodic theme throughout the theatre are by French artist Marc Berlet such as 'Espanola Drive' and 'Silvias Concerto No 4'. Characteristics of Berlet's work are said to be that of wit and style, verve, and virility. Proceeding aft from the Broadway Melodies Theatre, guests pass through the energetic Casino Royale. Casino Royale was designed by architect Howard Snoweiss. Notably overhead of the casino's bar is 'Galactic Panoramas' by American artist Jane Skeeter. Skeeter and her team of glass artisans were committed to expanding the familiar look and use of glass as an artistic medium. Aft of Casino Royale are Rhapsody of the Seas' Purser's and Shore Excursions Desk which are generally the central hub of essential information on all Royal Caribbean International ships. Located behind these desks is work of art 'Blue Note 1" by British artist Gareth Devonald Smith.









		Perhaps the most striking and noticeable work of art on board the Rhapsody of the Seas is that of 'Diadem', crafted of wood, glass, and bronze, suspended high overhead in the Centrum. Artist Jonathan Clowes' work has been characterized as quiet and contemplative. He feels that a piece of fine sculpture should communicate the artist's love of relationships. Upon being approached to design works of art for ships, Clowes was skeptical given the nature of the movement but was convinced by architect Njål Eide that systems would be in place to ensure stability of kinetic sculptures to make them seaworthy. Prior to Rhapsody of the Seas' inauguration, various tests were performed sailing from New York City to Miami to observe how 'Diadem' withstood the movement. This gave the installation teams time to adjust rigging and do final cleaning. Clowes' work can also be found aboard Explorer of the Seas in the Centrum, titled 'Canticle to a Blue Planet'. Outdoors on the same deck is a walking deck which, unfortunately, does not complete a full circuit and is closed to guest access forward at the bow. Along the promenade are soaring glass walls that are part of the Centrum, Schooner Bar, Moonlight Bay Lounge, and upper level of the Edelweiss Dining Room.