Elf the Musical – a giveaway

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My kids LOVE the movie Elf with Will Ferrell. They are super excited to go see this musical at the Boch Center in Boston.

In case you haven’t been living in the US around the Holidays for the last decade or so and don’t know…“ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Hilarity ensues because he is unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner ELF.”

And look who’s playing Santa?!

George Wendt as Santa!

Performances of ELF THE MUSICAL are Tuesday, November 28 through Sunday, December 10:
Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 7:00 pm
Sunday evenings at 6:00 pm
matinees on Saturdays at 2:00 pm and Sundays at 1:00 pm
Tickets prices begin at $37.50 and are on sale now at the Boch Center Box Office, Bochcenter.org, by calling (800) 982-ARTS (2787), and via Ticketmaster. Groups of 10 or more may reserve tickets now by contacting Boch Center Group Sales at (617) 532-1116 or groups@bochcenter.org.

For more information on ELF THE MUSICAL, visit www.ElfTheMusicalOnTour.com.

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CIRCUS 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus comes to Boston (Giveaway!)

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Step right up! Step right up! – A Giveaway.

CIRCUS 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus will have its East Coast premiere at the Wang Theatre from March 8-12th.

The producers of the world’s biggest magic show, The Illusionists have teamed up with the award-winning puppeteers from War Horse to present a thrilling turn of the century circus spectacular – CIRCUS 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus

Sensational puppetry puts Elephants (Yep, that picture on the bottom of the post is a PUPPET!) back in the ring as never seen before along with a huge cast of the most unique, amazing and dangerous circus acts from all four corners of the world, from strong men to contortionists, acrobats to musicians, knife throwers, high wire and much more! Discover the golden age of circus at the Wang Theatre as CIRCUS 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus sets to captivate audiences of all ages.

This turn-of-the-century circus spectacular has all the thrill and daredevil entertainment one would expect from the circus, with an exciting new twist. CIRCUS 1903 is set in an extraordinary and decadent circus tent: Act 1 is in front of the circus with trucks, props and rigging; Act 2 features the tent, flagpoles and rigging being raised into the roof of the theater.

Win 4 tickets to the show on Wednesday, March 8 at 7:00 pm!

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You can also use the coupon code to save 25% on tickets to see CIRCUS 1903 – The Golden Age of Circus  at the Boch Wang Theatre!  Visit  http://www.bochcenter.org/buy/show-listing/circus-1903  and enter code MOMS to buy your discounted tickets.  Discount applies to all performances, while supplies last. Valid on all levels, excluding Orchestra Pit.

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The Wizard of Oz at Citi Wang Boston – Giveaway

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“We’re off to see….” The most magical adventure of them all! At the Citi Wang Theater in Boston.

The Wizard of Oz will play a 2-week engagement at Boston’s Citi Wang Theatre, running April 12-24, 2016. This new production is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Would you like to win tickets to see the opening night? Dorothy and Toto will arrive at the Wang Theatre at 6 pm in an antique pickup truck (like on the farm!), where Munchkins will be waiting to escort her up the ‘yellow brick road’ and into the theatre.

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Already know you want to go? How about a discount?
Save 25% on tickets to see The Wizard of Oz at the Citi Wang Theatre! Visit http://citicenter.org/buy/show-listing/wizard-of-oz and enter code OZMOM to buy your discounted tickets. Discount applies to select performances (4/12 7 pm, 4/13 7 pm, 4/14 7 pm, 4/15 7 pm, 4/17 6:30pm ) while supplies last. Valid on all levels, excluding Orchestra Pit.

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Big Apple Circus is coming to Boston – Ticket Giveaway

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The Big Apple Circus is about to return to town, with their 38th all-new show, THE GRAND TOUR, playing under the Big Top at on City Hall Plaza March 24 – May 8.

We went last year and had SO MUCH FUN! I’ll have to dig up the video of my husband skipping around the big top dressed as a bride. For realz. That was so fun, for me anyway ;-)  Here’s the hubs, before he was asked to put on a dress. LOLOLOL!

This year, playing under the Big Top at City Hall Plaza, Boston, the show runs from March 24-May 8, 2016. The Grand Tour transports audiences to the Roaring 1920s, the advent of the modern travel era, when the most adventuresome began touring the world in ships, planes, trains, and automobiles. With every seat less than 50 feet from the stage, audiences will be awed by the world-class entertainers as they perform breathtaking acts from the four corners of the globe. Clowns, jugglers, acrobats, and aerialists from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and North and South America appear with ponies, puppies and more; the troupe sets off on a whirlwind adventure, accompanied by the live, seven-piece Big Apple Circus Band at each performance.

GIVEAWAY!
Want to win a 4 pack of tickets to the show on Sunday, March 27 at 4:30 pm??

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Tickets for The Grand Tour start at $25 and are available at www.bigapplecircus.org or by calling (888) 541-3750.

The Circus Box Office, located in front of the Big Top, opens Monday, March 21, there is no service charge for tickets purchased at the box office. Hours of operation: Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 8pm, and Saturday through Monday from 10am to 6pm. The Big Top is heated in cold weather, and air-conditioned when it’s warm, for all–season comfort! The show runs for 2 hours, including a 20 minute intermission. For more ticket information, group sales, inquiries about wheelchair–accessible seating or for additional information please call the Ticket Info Line at (800) 922-3772.

To save 20% per order for select performances, use the code BIGAPPLE* when buying tickets online at http://www.bigapplecircus.org/  and at the box office.

*Limited availability. Offer good on select seats and shows. Other conditions apply. Children under 3 are free on the lap of a paid adult, one child per lap.

“The Grand Tour is a first-class jaunt.” – The New York Times 

“A class act … Sophisticated and beautiful.” – The Village Voice

“Language can’t do justice to the visual and kinetic thrills of the Big Apple Circus. Just go!”

– Time Out New York

“Polished and fun.” – Daily News

“The Finest Up-Close Circus in America.” – Variety

“America’s Best Circus for Children.” – Parents Magazine

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Disclosure: This post (and my sharing on social media) was inspired by my participation in a program by The Big Apple Circus. I have been given tickets to this event. 

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical – a FLASH Giveaway!

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Last year my littles and I went to the see the opening of the brand new musical Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.

It was SO cute and SO much fun! My kids loved loved it and I thought it did the original TV show much justice. They didn’t try to change it, which I think was my biggest fear. That the producers would try to re- interpret the show. It’s stayed true to the much loved 50 year old classic TV Christmas special. The story, sets, characters, and songs were all familiar. Even the voices were spot on! The crowd of parents delighted when Rudolph squealed “I’m cuuuuuute!” and broke out in applause when the Prospector first bounded on stage! Because it was familiar. We were connecting to it on a memory level. And it ended with a bouncing snow flake sing a long!
I just quoted myself ;-)

It’s really the perfect starter show for kids. It’s not in any way pretentious and you’re out of there in an hour and a half. The performers keep them entertained the whole time!

Wanna go? Tomorrow night? I have a flash giveaway for a Family 4 Pack. Just leave me a comment below.

No widgets or hoops to jump through. Just comment on your memories of the show you watched every year as a kid, or tell me your secret holiday wish?

Winner will be announced at NOON tomorrow. So you gotta be ready to GO!

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL

Returns by Popular Demand to Boston’s Citi Shubert Theatre
This Holiday Season!

Family-Friendly Stage Adaptation of CBS’ Highest Rated Christmas Special of All Time Returns to Stage
In Three North American Tours and Soars into Boston

One Week Only, Dec. 1 – 6, 2015
— Tickets Now On Sale —

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical plays at the Citi Performing Arts Center Shubert Theatre, 265 Tremont St., Boston, Tuesday, December 1 – Sunday, December 6, 2015, for 13 performances: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:00 pm; Thursday at 7:30 pm; morning matinees on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 am; and afternoon matinees at 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are priced at $38.00 – $68.00; all prices include a $4.00 facility fee per ticket and are on sale at www.citicenter.org or by calling (866) 348-9738. Groups of 10 or may reserve tickets now by contacting Citi Performing Arts Center Group Sales at (617) 532-1116 or groups@citicenter.org For more information, visit www.citicenter.org .

For more information on the production, visit www.rudolphthemusical.com.

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Disclosure: This post (and my sharing on social media) was inspired by the fact that the woman who runs the promotions has been good to my family in the past. I am not getting tickets for this post :-) Thanks Kathy!

King Richard’s Faire – A giveaway

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KING RICHARD’S FAIRE INVITES YOU TO ESCAPE REALITY
COME TO THE FAIRE

King Richard’s Faire is New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Faire. The 2015 season is to run September 5 through October 25, 2015 on weekends and Monday holidays.

Tucked away on 80 acres of enchanted forest off Rt. 58 in Carver, Mass., King Richard’s Faire announces its 34th season offering guests a full day of live, interactive entertainment for all ages. Guests will enjoy daring knights jousting on horseback and eight stages filled with song and dance, stunts and storytelling. Every Saturday afternoon, the King’s Stage offers themed contests and events to add variety to the festival-like entertainment lineup (see kingrichardsfaire.net for details).

There are two childrens’ special costume events- the Prince and Princess Promenade on 10/3 and the Fairies and Pirates Parade on 10/17.

Both are at 4p on the King’s Stage, first 50 to line up can parade on stage to show the audience their awesome costumes.

Seedling.com is donating the prizes and I can probably get my hands on a few to give away :-) Seedling activity kits are designed to help fuel young imaginations and open new paths to discovery. Young users are invited to use their own initiative at every stage of the activity – from the materials they’ll use to the ways they’ll play with it. Once they start, there’s no end to the possibilities.

One lucky Viola Cay reader can win four free tickets to King Richard’s Faire and a magical medieval activity kit from Seedling.com (total value around $160).

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MORE ABOUT THE FAIRE :-)

Guests can mingle with the King and his royal court, noble and not-so-noble subjects and skilled performers. When as famished as a mud beggar, enjoy the Faire’s delicious spit-roasted turkey legs, buttery ears of corn, boules filled with chowder and stew, ringlets of fries, and quench thirst with champagne, wine and brew. Shoppers can stroll through the 16th century village filled with the wares of more than 100 unique and talented artisans, including New England artists. At every turn, guests will encounter fantasy and wonder through minstrels, musicians, acrobats, stilt walkers, giant puppets, wenches, and more. Carvershire has been bustling with excitement as King Richard and Queen Anne welcome new entertainers and talented artisans to our enchanting village including:

the Great Cats of the World Show, Draiku, the amazing aerialist duo, Topsy Turvey, two beautiful acrobatic stunt mavens, Squire of the Wire, a comedy and juggling high wire act, and Princess Sing-Along, with our favorite trio of princesses!

Special event schedule:

Saturday 9/5: Carver Day – free admission for Carver residents with proper ID

Sunday 9/6: Military Appreciation Day – free admission for all those with valid military ID

Saturday 9/12, 4p: Cleavage Contest

Saturday 9/19, 4p : Vow Renewal Ceremony and Guinness Book of World Records attempt by Jack Ze Whipper (consecutive whip cracks) to follow on the jousting field

Saturday 9/26, 4p: Game of Thrones costume and trivia contest

Saturday 10/3, 4p: Prince & Princess Promenade for ages 11 and under, followed by princess meet & greet for all ages

Saturday 10/10, 4p: Men in Kilts Contest (18+)

Saturday 10/17, 4p: Fairies & Pirates Costume Contest (ages 11 and younger only)

Saturday 10/24, 4p: Adult Costume Contest (Cosplay, Time Travelers, Steampunk)

Faire hours are 10:30a-6p every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday holidays, from September 5th through October 25, 2015. Tickets are $29 for adults (12+) and $16 for children ages 4-11. Children under 4 are free, and parking is free. Allergy mamas be aware: You can NOT bring in outside food. Discounts given to groups of 25 adults or more and private parties can be accommodated (birthdays, vow renewal ceremonies, weddings). Groups may make reservations by emailing info@kingrichardsfaire.net.

The Faire is located at 235 Main Street (Rt. 58) in Carver, Mass. 02330. Visit King Richard’s Faire on Facebook and on Twitter and Instagram @KRFaire, and on Pinterest as well.

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Disclosure: This post (and my sharing on social media) was inspired by my participation in a program by King Richard’s Faire.