Meatloaf tribute act James Peake and Michael Buble tribute act James Huish get ready to set the Irish Sea alight with the sound of music and laughter during the summer and autumn months

THE Irish Sea will be alive with the sound of music and laughter during the summer and autumn months.

For Northern Ireland’s leading ferry company Stena Line has launched an exciting programme of evening entertainment cruises from only £29* per person including a meal.

Music lovers will be treated to a series of star-studded tribute acts which span the decades and feature icons like pop diva, Lady Gaga to Swedish foursome, Abba.

Diane Poole OBE, Head of PR and Communications for Stena Line, said: “Our entertainment cruises are bigger and better than ever and we’re delighted to have such a wonderful variety of performers for customers to choose from.

“This is a great way to enjoy a night out that’s a bit different with a group of friends, work colleagues or you could even treat your parents or siblings.”

‘Dancing Queens’ can relive the 70’s and 80’s and enjoy the Abba Tribute on November 28 and 29 whilst fans of the ‘King’ can rock and roll along to the Elvis Tribute show on July 25. For those who would like to be transported back to the nostalgia of the swinging sixties, and beyond, make sure you get your ‘Ticket to Ride’ for the Beatles Tribute.

Sing along to cool crooner Michael Bublé at his tribute on July 4 and Lady Gaga fans can practice their best ‘Poker Face’ at her night on October 24**.

Pull on your cowboy boots and set your Stetson at a jaunty angle as you enjoy the Country Show on September 26 and an Elton John, Tom Jones, Meatloaf and Pavarotti tribute on December 5.

Diane continued: “There is a mixture of mid week and weekend cruises to suit everyone and people can really make a night of it as there is plenty of other entertainment onboard and a meal provided. We always have fantastic feedback about our entertainment cruises so we are looking forward to seeing some new faces this year as well as regulars.

“Make sure you book early to so you don’t miss your favourite act,” Diane added.

To check out the full range of cruises or to book click on www.stenaline.co.uk/cruises, call 08447 70 70 70 or visit your local travel agent. Cruises depart Belfast for Cairnryan at 19.30, arriving back at 01.45.

*All cruises are subject to availability.

** The Lady Gaga cruise does not include meal