Meet Happenings Cast 9 on Resilient Lady
With returning favorites and new faces to the Resilient Lady's Happenings Cast you can find them on board from 26 October 2026.
For those sailing in the next few months, look out for the next Happenings Cast on Resilient Lady. An ensemble of 12 individuals provide entertainment, guidance, and more throughout the voyage known as the Happenings Cast.
Meet Resilient Lady’s Happenings Cast 9
Note: Dates and cast are subject to change at any time.
Voyage Hosts
Appearing in their own shows and helping host the voyage, the Hostess and Diva play a central role in the Happenings Cast.
Sha Sha: The Hostess
Sha Sha joins Resilient Lady as The Hostess. A vocalist, actor, and live musician from Blackpool, her performances have taken her from local live music venues to the main stage at Blackpool Pride. She now brings that singing and storytelling background to life at sea. Look out for The Hostess on Scarlet Night at The Octopus Garden and at Love Love Love with The Hostess.
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Karma: The Diva
Karma struts on board for her Resilient Lady debut as The Diva. Her drag background includes producing and hosting Bad Karma at Majestic Repertory Theatre in Las Vegas, bringing experience both on stage and behind her own shows. You can catch some good Karma in Diva Fever, her cabaret performances, Bingo with The Diva, and other events around the ship.
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Aficionados
These members are the experts in their field hosting everything from trivia to food workshops to magic shows.
Mike: The Gamer
Mike is no stranger to ship life, this however will be Mike’s first contract as a Happenings Cast member. A Montréal-based circus artist specializing in hand-to-hand acrobatics, Mike swaps circus performances for a lifelong passion for games that runs in the family. You can also follow him at @bellaxmikey. Find The Gamer at the Seahorse Race, Last One Standing, and Risky Quizness.
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Julian: The Charmer
Sailors who met Julian in Brilliant Lady’s second Happenings Cast will recognize a familiar face as he joins Resilient Lady as The Charmer. An actor and performer from the UK, Julian specializes in card magic, combining his theater background with sleight of hand. You can find The Charmer at The Charmer’s Lounge, Tips & Tricks during Afternoon Tea, and secret shows throughout the voyage.
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Faith: The Artist
Returning after her first contract in Brilliant Lady’s second Happenings Cast, Faith brings color and creativity to Resilient Lady as The Artist. An actor, artist, and performer with an MFA in Performance, she combines life on stage with hands-on creative sessions at sea. Look out for friendship bracelets, painting, and a shared love of karaoke. You can find The Artist at Live Life Colorfully, Painting & Boozy Bevvies, and the painting segment of the Seahorse Race.
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Marissa: The Foodie
Bringing a background in acting, music, and dance. Originally from Philadelphia, Marissa studied theater at Temple University, where she also played clarinet and served as a dance captain in the marching band. Her stage credits include Rent at Arden Theatre Company and The Wizard of Oz at Barter Theatre. You can find The Foodie at Shot for Shot, Let’s Get Choco-Lit, and selected Food and Drink events across the ship.
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Amanda: The Balancer
Loyal Virgin Voyages sailors will be delighted to see Amanda return as The Balancer. A familiar face from Resilient Lady’s second Happenings Cast and Valiant Lady’s tenth cast, Amanda is based in Miami and shares a love of yoga, Zumba, and travel. She returns to help sailors find their balance between staying active and enjoying their vacation. Look out for The Balancer at VHS Workout, Zumba, and Game On.
Influencers and Dancers
These members are the vibrant faces seen across Virgin Voyages social channels, ensuring every event is lively and engaging.
Adriano: The Spark
Returning from Brilliant Lady’s second Happenings Cast, fan favorite Adriano joins Resilient Lady as The Spark. An experienced dancer and theater performer from Australia, he brings his performance background to social events and activities across the ship. Look out for The Spark at solo Sailor meetups and events throughout the voyage.
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Amanda: The Glow
Amanda returns in a new role as The Glow, having previously appeared as The Flare in Valiant Lady’s seventh cast, Resilient Lady’s fifth cast, and Brilliant Lady’s first cast. A performer and dancer from Florida, she has also performed at SeaWorld and Universal in Orlando. Look out for The Glow at parties such as We Fancy and Klub Rubiks.
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Izzy: The Flare
Izzy joins Resilient Lady for her very first run as The Flare. A Canadian actress, dancer, writer, and creative entrepreneur, she is especially excited to join the Happenings Cast alongside her fiancé, Mike, The Gamer. The couple share their ship and life adventures on @bellaxmikey. Look for The Flare in Love Love Love with The Hostess and at parties such as We Fancy.
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Chris: The Hype
Chris joins Resilient Lady as The Hype, bringing his acting background to the ship’s parties and hosted activities. Look out for The Hype at Klub Rubiks and other events around Resilient Lady.
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Dana: The Bounce
Dana joins Resilient Lady as The Bounce. A dancer whose performance clips include heels choreography and studio sessions in Los Angeles, she brings her dance background to the Happenings Cast. Look out for The Bounce as the co-host of Bingo with The Diva and at events across the ship.
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Join Them From 26 October 2026 until 16 May 2027
The next cast take over on 26 October 2026 and be onboard until 16 May 2027, so be sure to follow them on socials and look out for them on board. Note: Dates and cast are subject to change at any time.
A Farewell to the Previous Cast
With the transition to the next Happenings Cast, the previous cast are saying goodbye to ship life for now!
