On a Brand g Vacations Atlas Class Ocean cruise, every night is opening night. Our cruises always feature Brand g Signature Entertainers to provide quality entertainment throughout the cruise well as wonderful crew of hosts to keep you entertained at all times. We are delighted to have the following cast and crew on your upcoming cruise;
CAST
Levi Kreis
Tony Award-Winner Levi Kreis originated the role of Jerry Lee Lewis in Broadway’s Million Dollar Quartet. The role won Levi the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor, an Outer Critics Circle Award and a Drama League Nomination. Other highlights include Hermes in Hadestown First National Tour, the Tony nominated revival of Violet and Roger in the Broadway National Tour of Rent. Films include Frailty, The Divide and A Very Sordid Wedding. Levi is host of the Imagine Paradise Podcast and an Americana singer/songwriter featured in various television shows.
We are so proud to have Levi join us for his first Brand g Vacations cruise and share his Broadway magic. As a proud supporter of the LGBTQI community, Levi is delighted to introduce his husband, Jason to all the Brand g family. Visit HERE for more information . FB/IG: @levikreis
Meghan Murphy – The Big Red
Brand g are proud to claim Meghan as one of our regular Signature Entertainers. California born “Meghan Murphy truly stops the show. Period”. In musical theater theatre she had played lead roles in Spamalot, Rent, Smokey Joes Café, Cabaret and Mama Mia to name a few. As The Big Red her cabaret performances wow audiences in Chicago, and she is “Everybody’s gal” in LA, New York, London, Puerta Vallarta and on many cruise ships round the world. She has just batted the ball out of the park as the Reno Sweeney in ‘Anything Goes’.
We are so proud to have Meghan at the heart of Brand g Vacations entertainment and assure you she will have you laughing, crying and begging for more. Check her out HERE
Trevor Ashley
Trevor Ashley, an Australian icon known for his award winning larger than life drag performances as divas Shirley Bassey and Liza Minnelli which he has performed in Sydney, London, New York and beyond. He was recently see as season two runner up in RuPaul’s, Queen of the Universe.
His many theatre credits include creating the role of Miss Understanding in the original cast of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. and is featured on the original cast recording, singing “What’s Love Got To Do With It?”. Trevor played Edna Turnblad in Hairspray, Franz Leibkind in The Producers and was nominated for playing Thenadier in the Australian tour of Les Misérables, and King Herod in the Australian revival of Jesus Christ Superstar, In 2015, Ashley directed the Australian premiere of Heathers: The Musical, to wide acclaim. We are delighted for Trevor performing on his Brand g debut and you can find out all about him HERE.
Ben Papworth
It is wonderful to have Ben back on board a Brand g cruise especially as he has just finished touring as Musical Director of the musical Titanic. So, we are delighted to keep the water theme going – though hope for a happier ending on this sailing. As well as accompanying other artists, Ben will be entertaining us with his fabulous voice and witty banter. Ben is also a sought after singing teacher so now is your chance to shine. You can find out more about Ben HERE
CREW
Brian Van Wey
Founder and Co-Owner Brian, set up Brand g Vacations in 2011 with the vision of offering quality river cruises. With Jeff, he has built the company into a renowned company. As CFO, he has his fingers on the purse but is happy to splash the cash on the guests. In the office, Brian is the ying to Jeffs yang, but on the high seas he is the ding to Johnathon’s dong…
Brian has worked in France, Italy and Switzerland, and has operated travel programs in over 70 countries. He is very excited to be your host on this trip.
Les Porter
More than able seamen Les trained as a host from 2021 though started helping out as early as 2018 and is fast becoming the most stable host afloat. As a former actor, Les is known for his roles in Mean Girls (2004), Cypher (2002) and Interstate 60: Episodes of the Road (2002). Les moved into a non-theatrical career but is now officially retired. Never one to hang up his heels, in the Summer months, he helps run entertainment and events at a hugely popular LGBTQI+ trailer park in home country Canada. In the winter he can be found in his home city of Toronto.
Les will light up your day with joy and do everything possible to ensure your trip is seamless and fun. If your lucky you may even get to meet his alter ego, Lesley O’Shey, who broke men’s hearts in her youth, now she is just broken, and calling Bingo for a living. Les is very excited to be hosting alongside the rest of the team.
Jeremy Brooks
Jeremy is your enthusiastic tour leader and full-time Reservationist at Brand g. Despite his youthful appearance, Jeremy brings a wealth of experience and humor to your travel experience, with a background in competitive soccer, psychology, and LGBT+ travel.
Having spent a decade in the ski and snowboard industry, Jeremy is no stranger to adventure, having explored destinations like Machu Picchu and the Danube. With a passion for travel and a knack for dad jokes, Jeremy is ready to make your trip unforgettable with the Brand g family.
Randy Juden
When Randy is not leading a Brand g trip, he is working as a residential realtor in Denver. Randy worked for 20 years as a singer and actor, performing at some of the country’s best regional theatres and touring with musical theatre productions. He continues to do a solo country western show complete with guitar playing, singing and lariat rope tricks. Watch out….he may bring his bullwhips along on trips to keep you in line!
Johnathon Gallagher
With his extensive experience as a member of Brand g’s original team and as the Director of Operations, Johnathon is well-equipped to ensure that your trip is an unforgettable experience. He possesses excellent organizing, cruising, and hosting skills. Keep an eye out for his twin sister Maissie Dubois, who occasionally joins in to elevate the party atmosphere.
Johnathon, along with Eric Poole, the Director of Marketing, has been hosting the Brand g Vacations podcast since 2021. Tune in to over 25 episodes on Apple Podcasts to get the latest updates on upcoming trips, gay travel tips, and enjoy entertaining conversations with guests and entertainers all available on Apple Podcasts
ACTIVITIES
Although the focus of our cruises is mainly on sightseeing and socializing, we do like to mix in a bit of frivolity as well. With that in mind, we’re planning a themed party during the cruise including a welcome party and T-Dance. If you should choose to participate, great; if you’d rather just be a voyeur, that is totally fine as well.
Join us onboard for:
Show Tunes at Sea – Enjoy a cocktail whilst we embark on a musical journey with the captivating sounds of Show Tunes at Sea.
Masquerade Themed T-Dance– Join your fellow travellers for a fun filled Venetian romp around the pool.
Musicals Madness Quiz – compete with your fellow travels to win #lifechanging prizes.