of life, love and revelry set in a busy Spanish apartment block had instantaneous and huge success when first premiered in 1894, and it has since been performed countless times across the Spanishspeaking world. Filmed at Madrid's new Festival de San Lorenzo de El Escorial, this version was based on a successful production originally mounted in 2002 by the Hebbel Theater in Berlin. DVD Extra: Making of...documentary, including interviews with director Marina Bollaín and conductor Miguel Roa.  (less)

Dutch National Ballet to perform some of van Manen's most celebrated ballets. This gala event includes stunning performances from internationally renowned ballerinas Uliana Lopatkina, Lucia Lacarra and the brightest stars of Dutch dance including Larissa Lezhnina and Igone de Jongh of Dutch National Ballet and the young talent of Nederlands Dans Theater. Recorded at Het Muziektheater, Amsterdam, with behind the scenes footage and interviews. Choreography by Hans van Manen ADAGIO HAMMERKLAVIER Performed by Dutch National Ballet: Natalia Hoffmann, Larissa Lezhnina, Tamás Nagy, Anna Tsygankova, Jozef Varga, Artem Yachmennikov Music by Beethoven SIMPLE THINGS Performed by Nederlands Dans Theater II :Celia Amade, Nina Botkay, Javier Monzon, ...  (less)

with laughter at her annual holiday extravaganza. This tradition of merriment and camp rings in the holidays at the Illusion Theater in Minneapolis, just a stone s throw from Richfield. But its reach is much greater than the Midwest. Christmas is so popular now that even the foreigners are celebrating it, Miss R said, proclaiming her international theme for the show. Isn t it nice to know that something that started in the good old US of A is now being used around the world to bring happiness to those unfortunate folks who aren t Americans. A side-splitting holiday comedy show, this instant camp classic showcases a grand spectacle of hilarious variety, live and on stage and chock full of music and laughter is a must see for your holiday season!  (less)

her first ever performance in the city which means so much to her. She responded magnificently to the occasion, presenting a rousing program of songs chosen to welcome the New Year. Among the hits she performed were "I Couldn't Live Without Your Love", "The Other Man's Grass" and "Who Am I?", and she included two of her own compositions -"Don't Stop The Music" and "On With The Show" --plus favorites from her films "Goodbye Mr. Chips" and "Finian's Rainbow" It was stunning concert on an emotional occasion -truly a night to remember with warmth and affection throughout the year  (less)

Dream Theater's iconoclastic musical journey, which began two and a half decades ago and now encompasses a hugely impressive body of music that's established the durable progressive metal outfit as a one-of-a-kind creative force with a fiercely devoted international fan base. The new album - produced by band members Mike Portnoy and John Petrucci, who also serve as the group's main lyricists - offers a vibrant manifestation of the world-class musicianship, vivid lyrical scenarios and ambitious, multi-leveled compositions that have established Dream Theater as a uniquely compelling creative force.  (less)

the exuberant world of baroque opera, with its range of pyrotechnic demands--both vocal and emotional. Bartoli's show-stopping virtuosity in a Vivaldi aria from her Live in Italy recital gave a tantalizing sample of her finesse in that style. For The Vivaldi Album , Bartoli conducted extensive research into the composer's manuscripts, (a documentary tracing her quest is planned for subsequent international screening). Although he's best known for his concertos--in typically baroque fashion, two of the arias in fact recycle material from The Four Seasons --Vivaldi was a ferociously prolific composer of operas for the cutting-edge theaters of his time, and the arias gathered here demonstrate the word-painting magic of his music, from ...  (less)

useful, sometimes eclectic, facts that is fun to use.BR--Barbara Bibel, reference librarian, Oakland Public LibraryPChase's Calendar of Events is an invaluable tool for us. Our listeners depend on us not only to bring them the news of the day but also to inform and entertain as well. Chase's makes our mornings interesting. It's like doing mental push-ups!BR--Felicia Middlebrooks, morning drive anchor, WBBM Newsradio, ChicagoPFor more than 45 years, Chase's Calendar of Events has been the most trusted and comprehensive reference to just what's going on today. Whether it's an important historical anniversary, the phases of the moon, a sports event, the birthday of a favorite celebrity, a festival or much, much more, Chase's has all the answers.PChase's Calendar of Events is fully updated with 2003 dates for religious holidays, astronomical phenomena, conventions, festivals, fairs, conferences, sports events and special days. This edition contains extensive additions of international and national film festivals as well as more listings of major music, literary, theater and film awards. More celebrities are added to the Birthdays Today sections, including the casts of the hit TV series CSI and 24; more music stars, among them Moby, Beck and Alicia Keyes; newsmakers such as illusionist David Blaine, U.S. soccer star Landon Donovan andfashion designer Stella McCartney; and new favorite film and TV stars, including Hayden Christensen, Vin Diesel, Jessica Alba and more.PAnd just what's special about 2003? Inside the Spotlight section you'll find more detailed information on significant anniversaries, including: The 300?áë…¸Qìÿ¾Û€  (less)