Entertainment

Broadway is Calling…

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Students perform the mug dance during “Gaston” at their dessert fundraiser Nov. 16. Courtesy photo

LAPS News:

Broadway professionals will be on hand to meet Los Alamos theater students attending the Junior Theater Festival (https:////www.itheatrics.com) in Atlanta, Ga., this January.

JTF is a conference for youth, teachers and professionals in the field of musical theater.

The Los Alamos Middle School and Los Alamos High School students also will receive instruction in musical theater and attend a professional performance as part of the program, sponsored by Atomic City Read More

‘WinterFest’ Kicks Off Holiday Fun Dec. 7-9

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An elaborate Neapolitan presepio. Courtesy/wikipedia.com

COUNTY News:

Winterfest 2012 begins Friday, Dec. 7 and runs through Sunday, Dec. 9.

WinterFest begins with the 19th annual Los Alamos Crèche Show, held annually on the first weekend of December.

“Crèches,” or nativity scenes featuring the Christ child, are prominently displayed by Los Alamos residents for all to see.

Because Los Alamos’ residents come from all over the world, there is always a myriad of beautiful crèches on display.

The show takes place 2-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7 and again 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Church Read More

DALA’s ‘Hansel & Gretel’ Coming Winterfest Weekend!

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Isaac Gao, 7, trying on his skunk costume is assisted by DALA Director and Choreographer Christin Severini. Courtesy/DALA

DALA News:

Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) presents an original ballet production, “Hansel & Gretel” Winterfest Weekend in celebration of DALA’s 20th Anniversary.

This playful and spirited version of the beloved fairytale is an enchanting ballet with magical fairies, colorful Lollipops and adorable woodland creatures.

The ballet features world class choreography by former American Ballet Theatre dancer, Christin Severini, who also returns to the stage in a cameo Read More

Asterman’s Movie Reviews: Wreck-It Ralph, Twilight V – Breaking Dawn Part 2 and Skyfall

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The Deal Down Movie Reviews by Rick Asterman
 
(Film score range: +1, 0 or –1)
 
Wreck-It Ralph

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Advisory – Since the film stars Sarah Silverman, obviously there are jokes geared for the parents, but parents need not worry, as each one is carefully crafted to miss the impressionable minds.

The kids will likely be far more scared of the insect monsters, but every good kid’s story has a few things to send the shivers.

It’s ­­­downright strange to think a Disney-video game crossover film tapped into my heart more deeply than Pixar’s Celtic phase.

Video game related movies have a worse

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‘The Nutcracker’ a Sweet Treat for the Holidays

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Sarah Dale and Devon McCleskey perform as the sugar plum fairy and Cavalier in “The Nutcracker” Friday night. Photo by Holger Waschinski

Review by Bonnie J. Gordon

New Mexico Dance Theater Performance Company’s “The Nutcracker” opened Nov. 9.

Seeing “The Nutcracker” is like visiting an old friend. The music and the story are so comfortable and familiar we fall easily under its spell.

Adding to the homey feeling is the knowledge that this is our very own “Nutcracker.” NMDT-PC is a Los Alamos company. The company is joined on stage by young students from the NMDT School.

Almost all Read More

Clark & Kendall’s Weekend Preview: Nov 9

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This week’s preview is sponsored by www.fyila.com

The Woman in Black: Los Alamos Little Theatre 1670 Nectar St.
7:30 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, Nov. 9, 10, 16, 17 / 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11
Kipps was traumatized by seeing the Woman in Black when he was sent to settle the estate of an old woman in a remote part of England. He has enlisted the services of an actor to help him re-enact the events, and thus exorcise his demons. You may see appearances of The Woman around town. Have you seen “The Woman in Black”? Halloween isn’t over yet. Come see this spooky ghost story, if you dare… Read More

Join PAC 8 for Holiday Wine and Cheese Nov. 16

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PAC 8 News:

PAC 8 is holding their annual Holiday Wine and Cheese – Silent Auction and Fundraiser at 7 p.m., Nov. 16 at historic Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos.

Do your Holiday shopping in one evening while you taste delicious wines and cheeses from around the world.

Original items such as sushi making lessons with sushi dinner, ski passes from Pajarito Mountain, a 12 lb. organic turkey from Los Alamos Coop, bagels and cream cheese for a year from Ruby K’s, artwork, jewelry, many gift certificates and much, much more will be available for bidding.

Live music will be by Rumelia – a Balkan/Folk/ World Read More

Festival of Chocolate Coming to Betty Ehart Senior Center Saturday

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The Festival of Chocolate formally launches the weeklong event called, Festival of Trees. This year more than 50 items are available for silent auction. Those attending the Festival of Chocolate get the first glance at the many offerings.Courtesy photo

By Bernadette Lauritzen

The Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) and Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) will host the eighth annual Festival of Chocolate at the Betty Ehart Senior Center.

The Los Alamos MainStreet sponsored event will take place from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. Tickets are $20.

“The Festival of Chocolate Read More

PBS Commemorates Native American Heritage Month

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Racing The Rez – a documentary about Navajo and Hopi cross-country runners at two rival Arizona schools. Courtesy/NMPBS

NMPBS News:

New Mexico PBS commemorates Native American Month with programs airing Nov. 8-22.

Many of this month’s programs focus directly on various Native peoples living in New Mexico or the American Southwest. For ease in highlighting, the various shows are profiled below in chronological order.

RACING THE REZ – New!   

7 p.m. Thursday Nov. 8

For the Navajo and Hopi, running is much more than a sport, it is woven into the cultural fabric of their Read More

Swankiest Event of Season Coming to Los Alamos!

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Bronze statue by David Pearson. Courtesy photo

SPEAKEASY SOIREE:

Get ready for the swankiest event of the season! The Speakeasy Soiree, benefitting the United Way of Northern New Mexico, takes place from 5:30-10 p.m., Nov. 16 at the Dixie Girl Restaurant in downtown Los Alamos.

Come on over and Charleston the night away during the 1920s themed night of dining and dancing at the Dixie Girl restaurant in Los Alamos. 

The Speakeasy Soiree is sponsored by Los Alamos National Bank and 100 percent of the profits go directly to supporting the United Way of Northern New Mexico’s efforts in the local Read More