Stage by Stage

I never forget my roots either. In my mind I'm still little
Brenda Swainston (stage name now Collins).
When I first arrive on board not many passengers know
me and so I'm 'wallpaper' but once I've been on stage I
become part of their holiday and I like that.
I still get very nervous because when I work at a hotel, I
go to the venue, perform my show which involves interacting
with the audience but then at the end of the night I go home.
When I'm on a ship I'm already at the venue and when I
have performed my show I, obviously remain at the venue
so it's very nerve wracking. Once I've performed my first
show I feel better because I then feel as though I'm that bit
nearer to getting to know the passengers.
I love it.