An ice show refers to an entertainment production which is primarily performed by ice skaters.[1] [2] Such shows may primarily be skating exhibitions, or may be musical and/or dramatic in nature, using skating as a medium in order to accompany a musical work or to present a story. The term ice show generally excludes skating competitions. Many companies produce fixed or touring ice shows, which are then performed for the general public in facilities such as multipurpose arenas or skating rinks which can accommodate spectators, or in theatres with a temporary ice surface installed on the stage. Ice shows are also featured as entertainment in amusement parks and on some large cruise ships. A collection of memorobilia from ice shows is maintained by the Pro Skating Historical Foundation and can be accessed at www.proskatinghistoricalfoundation.org [1]. Current and former skaters in ice shows are members of ProSkaters, formerly the Professional Figure Skating Cooperative. The organization's web site is www.proskaters.org [2].
Notable companies which produce ice shows include:
Well-known defunct ice shows include Ice Capades and Ice Follies.