THE RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Plays Citi Arts Center Wang Theater

MSG Entertainment (MSGE) announces an all new production of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the world-famous Radio City Rockettes, as Boston audiences will experience the magic of Christmas like never before. Through this multi-faceted production, the Radio City Rockettes will dance their way through an awe-inspiring journey with brand new scenes, an array of glamorous new costumes, energetic choral singers, dramatic lighting effects and a 50 foot LED screen which will enhance breathtaking new imagery. The Christmas Spectacular will run at the Wang Theatre from December 2 - 28, 2011 and tickets are on-sale Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 10am.

"The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is the #1 live holiday production in the world and has been a cherished part of holiday family traditions for generations." said Don Simpson, executive vice president, Productions, MSG Entertainment. "We are thrilled to present this new unparalleled production to the audiences of Boston as they will experience dynamic and compelling new content while still honoring the traditions steeped in the Christmas Spectacular that have entertained our fans for more than 79 years."

Both new scenes and fan favorites will be enhanced by a state of the art 50-foot LED screen as this technology transports the audience from a wintry landscape to Times Square to Santa's Workshop right before their very eyes. The vibrant new sets and breathtaking special effects will allow families to connect with both the intimacy and grandness of the Christmas Spectacular. This year's show will hit the road with nearly 20 trucks, making this the biggest production of the Christmas Spectacular to play in a theatrical setting. From the moment guests settle into their seats, they will be immersed in a whirlwind of Christmas spirit.

Along with re-imagined Rockette favorites, including the "12 Days of Christmas," the high-energy tap-infused number, The Rockettes will move this year's new production forward as they showcase their signature precision dance style and debut some of the most challenging and dynamic Rockette numbers that have ever been conceived.

In a brand new scene, "New York at Christmas," The Rockettes will board a lifelike double-decker tour bus taking audiences on a guided tour through the streets of New York City. This new scene includes show stopping choreography coupled with the landscape of iconic New York City holiday landmarks and culminates in the crossroads of the world, Times Square.

Santa Claus will take center stage in two magical new scenes: "Magic is There" as Santa takes two Young Brothers on a journey to the North Pole and "Here Comes Santa Claus" revealing how Santa can be in multiple places at once. These scenic and heartwarming moments highlight the true meaning of Christmas in a way that only Santa himself can convey.

A new Rockette finale will honor and celebrate the stars of the Christmas Spectacular featuring dazzling new costumes and choreography. The Rockettes deliver the audience a "Christmas card" inspired greeting; a film giving an intriguing retrospective look at the Christmas Spectacular throughout the past 79 years showcasing what has made this beloved production a holiday tradition for millions. The Rockettes will sparkle from the stage in the finale performance "Let Christmas Shine," as each Rockette costume is crystallized with more than 3,000 crystals. Before the curtain falls, audiences will have the opportunity to lend their voices alongside a six-person choir known as the "Radio City Singers", in an energetic rendition of "Joy to the World" that will lift their spirits and undoubtedly bring everyone to their feet.

Traditional cherished numbers such as "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers," which continues to set the standard as the signature Rockette number for precision performance, and "The Living Nativity" which both have been performed since the Christmas Spectacular's inception in 1933, still remain a vital part of the show's core.

In 2010, the Christmas Spectacular was enjoyed by nearly two million people. In its 17-year combined history outside of New York, as well as the production at Radio City Music Hall, the show has played to more than 71 million people. The Christmas Spectacular continues to create memories that audiences have come to treasure and this year will mark an all new Spectacular experience for Boston.

Ticket Information

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, presented by Chase, plays at the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre during the 2011 holiday season for 50 dazzling performances, December 2-28, 2011; a complete performance schedule is available at www.citicenter.org. A limited number of VIP seats are available for $130.00 and single ticket prices range from $83.00 to $25.00; all prices include a $3.00 Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre facility fee per ticket. Tickets for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular are on sale to the public at the Citi Performing Arts Center Box Office, online at www.citicenter.org or by calling 866-348-9738. Groups of 10 or more may reserve tickets now by contacting Citi Performing Arts Center Group Sales at 617-532-1116 or at groups@citicenter.org

About MSG Entertainment

MSG Entertainment (MSGE) is one of the country's leaders in live entertainment. MSG Entertainment creates, produces and/or presents a variety of live productions, including the Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Radio City Rockettes. MSG Entertainment also presents or hosts other live entertainment events such as concerts, family shows and special events in MSG's diverse collection of venues. These venues include Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the Theater at Madison Square Garden, the Beacon Theatre, the Chicago Theatre and the Wang Theatre. More information is available at www.themadisonsquaregardencompany.com.

About Citi Performing Arts Center

Citi Performing Arts Center, which includes both the Wang Theatre and Shubert Theatre, is one of the nation's foremost not-for-profit performing arts institutions. As New England's largest cultural venue, it honors all aspects of the performing arts offering theatre, opera, classical and popular music, international ballet, contemporary dance, one-night engagements, and Broadway musicals. As a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization located in Boston's historical Theater District, Citi Performing Arts Center offers a diverse mix of educational workshops, lectures, and community activities through its education department; collaborates with artists and local performing arts organizations, and acts as a champion for the arts in the Greater Boston community by aggressively helping to make the arts an integral part of the community's collective, daily experience. For further information, please go to www.citicenter.org.

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