A Visit from St. Nicholas

ACCLAIMED FAMILY HOLIDAY THEATRICAL 'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE… BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL MAKES ITS HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED RETURN TO NYC & CHICAGO

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Monday, August 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) announced today that the acclaimed family holiday theatrical – 'Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil – is returning to both The Theater at Madison Square Garden and The Chicago Theatre this holiday season. The holiday themed show will run concurrently at The Theater at Madison Square Garden and The Chicago Theatre for 28 performances each from December 7 through December 28. Tickets for both engagements go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10:00AM local time.

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  • Tickets for both engagements go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10:00AM local time.
  • 'Twas the Night Before… is Cirque du Soleil's first holiday show, based on the classic poem "A Visit from Saint Nicholas" by Clement Clarke Moore.
  • A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for families, 'Twas the Night Before… features thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters, and a soundtrack including holiday classics re-invented by Cirque du Soleil.
  • The show was conceived and is directed by Cirque du Soleil Senior Artistic Director James Hadley, a 25-year veteran of circus productions and live theater.

Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics and the Dallas Mavericks Host Annual Cookies with Santa Event

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Monday, December 19, 2022

DALLAS, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Official Dentist of the Dallas Mavericks, Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics was honored to sponsor the experience of a lifetime for a group of homeless children in Dallas-Ft. Worth at the annual Cookies with Santa event on December 13, 2022.

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  • DALLAS, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Official Dentist of the Dallas Mavericks, Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics was honored to sponsor the experience of a lifetime for a group of homeless children in Dallas-Ft. Worth at the annual Cookies with Santa event on December 13, 2022.
  • To celebrate the season, the kids enjoyed holiday-themed crafts, decorated cookies, and wrote letters to Santa.
  • After Santa made his grand entrance, he sat down and read "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" to the kids with his special helper elf, Dallas Mavericks player Josh Green.
  • The Cookies with Santa event with the Dallas Mavericks is Jefferson's favorite day of the year, as it allows them to provide underprivileged children with the special attention and care they deserve.

GIVE THE GIFT OF READING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON - EPIC ANNOUNCES 2022 HOLIDAY COLLECTION AND GIVE-BACK CAMPAIGN TO SUPPORT CHILDREN IN NEED

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the holiday season and in the spirit of giving and learning, Epic, the leading digital reading platform for kids, has announced this year's holiday collection and give-back campaign, Cozy Up & Read. Epic has partnered with Andrews McMeel Publishing and Baby2Baby to donate 2,000 books to kids in need with each gifting of or upgrade to Epic Unlimited this holiday season.

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  • Epic partners with Andrews McMeel Publishing and Baby2Baby to gift thousands of new books to children in need with every new Epic subscription this holiday season.
  • Epic has partnered with Andrews McMeel Publishing and Baby2Baby to donate 2,000 books to kids in need with each gifting of or upgrade to Epic Unlimited this holiday season.
  • This holiday season, the gift of reading for kids is also a gift of freedom for parents.
  • "At Epic, we understand the importance of reading for young children and want to inspire learning this holiday season through this specially curated collection of books.

LOUIS ARMSTRONG'S FIRST-EVER CHRISTMAS ALBUM, "LOUIS WISHES YOU A COOL YULE", DEBUTS IN TOP 10 ACROSS BILLBOARD CHARTS INCLUDING TOP HOLIDAY ALBUMS

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 50 years after his passing, the legendary Louis Armstrong is back on the charts with the release of his first-ever Christmas album, Louis Wishes You A Cool Yule (Verve/UMe). The collection debuted in the Top 10 across multiple Billboard charts (dated Nov. 26), including Top Holiday Albums where it bowed at No. 9 and launches in the top 10 on Jazz Albums (No. 4), Traditional Jazz Albums (No. 4), Top Album Sales (No. 7), Top Current Album Sales (No. 6) and Vinyl Albums (No. 7). It debuted at No. 122 on the Billboard 200, becoming Armstrong's highest charting album since Hello Dolly spent six weeks at No. 1 in 1964.

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  • The collection debuted in the Top 10 across multiple Billboard charts (dated Nov. 26), including Top Holiday Albums where it bowed at No.
  • 122 on the Billboard 200, becoming Armstrong's highest charting album since Hello Dolly spent six weeks at No.
  • His reading of 'The Night Before Christmas,' with my New Orleans homeboy, Sullivan Fortner on piano, is a swinging Crescent City Christmas card.
  • "It's an incredible achievement that more than 50 years after his passing, Louis Armstrong is back on the charts.

'Tis the Season for Winning at Chuck E. Cheese Winter Winner-Land With In-App Exclusives, Freebies and Festive Entertainment All Holiday Season

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Monday, November 21, 2022

DALLAS, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chuck E. Cheese, the number one global family entertainment venue, launched its annual Winter Winner-Land celebration today, transforming locations across the country into a magical winter destination from now through January 8. As the latest installment of its 4 Seasons of Fun, Chuck E. Cheese Winter Winner-Land is bringing instant deals and holiday fun to families nationwide, with exclusive offers in the Chuck E. Cheese App, weekly prize drawings, a new seasonal menu and endless entertainment to enjoy in store and at home.  

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  • From frosty treats to in-app exclusives, Chuck E. Cheese Winter Winner-Land is sure to ignite the holiday cheer.
  • Win Big with the Chuck E. Cheese Mobile App
    The Chuck E. Cheese App is a must-have this season.
  • Chuck E. Cheese is bringing back a limited-time Winter Menu and offering free treats for every kid as part of Winter Winner-Land.
  • Additional Seasons of Fun include Chuck E. Cheese Spring-tastic Celebration, Chuck E. Cheese Summer of Fun and Chuck E. Cheese Halloween Boo-tacular.

What If Bebe's Kids Was Revived as a Suspense Film

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

Boone, Breon, and their crew developed and launched pre-production in two months and then shot the film, Bebe, in Atlanta, Georgia over a four-day period.

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  • Boone, Breon, and their crew developed and launched pre-production in two months and then shot the film, Bebe, in Atlanta, Georgia over a four-day period.
  • View Trailer: https://youtu.be/tOrJMbZZMhw
    The plot of Bebe revolves around a single mother with three kids.
  • Through a dark contemporary lens, the trailer perfectly brings to real life every animated character from the original film.
  • Boone grew up watchingBebe's Kids and wanted to use the trailer to explore the more serious topics the original film never touched on.

America’s Favorite Christmas Tradition Begins at Dollywood on Nov. 5; Now Features 6 Million Lights

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221101005119/en/
    Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana features more than 6 million lights for guests to enjoy.
  • The 14-time Golden Ticket winner for Best Theme Park Christmas event begins Nov. 5 and runs through Jan. 1, 2023.
  • It is my wish that our guests celebrate the light of the Christmas season while they are here with us at Dollywood.
  • The new elements add 1 million lights to the parks already-impressive total, meaning guests will enjoy 6 million lights during this seasons festival.

Cue the Holiday Cheer — Bath & Body Works’ Christmas Is Here!

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Monday, October 24, 2022

A beloved Bath & Body Works holiday tradition for more than 20 years, this gift will fill recipients with nostalgic joy!

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  • A beloved Bath & Body Works holiday tradition for more than 20 years, this gift will fill recipients with nostalgic joy!
  • A very merry fragrance, Winter Candy Apple has been a Bath & Body Works holiday icon since 1999!
  • To stay up to date on Bath & Body Works promotions, customers should join My Bath & Body Works Rewards and download the My Bath & Body Works App.
  • For more information or to experience Bath & Body Works' Christmas fragrances and gifts, visit your local Bath & Body Works store or go to bathandbodyworks.com.

Terranea Resort Celebrates Luxury Oceanfront Traditions Throughout the Holiday Season

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Terranea Resort invites guests to celebrate with its annual oceanfront holiday Traditions, featuring festive offerings beginning with Thanksgiving and continuing through New Year's Day. Luxury immersive experiences include signature events, holiday activities, gourmet meals, restorative wellness, premium gift offerings, and more. These exclusive seasonal specialties are designed to create an effortless and luxurious oceanside retreat, with 102 acres of Southern California sunshine, sparkling waves, magical sunsets, and ocean breezes.

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  • "Terranea is a resort like no other, and we have curated a variety of luxury oceanfront experiences for this holiday season that truly offer something for everyone," says Terranea Resort President Ralph Grippo.
  • Ongoing | Terranea Traditions - Celebrate the magic of the holiday spirit at Terranea this season with an overnight oceanfront luxury getaway.
  • December 1-31 | A Holiday Retreat - 'Tis the season to experience an indulgent holiday retreat with all the jingle bells and whistles.
  • Quiet the mind and pause for reflection during the busy holiday season with a special mediation practice at 6:00pm, located in the oceanfront Movement Studio.

FIRST-EVER OFFICIAL CHRISTMAS ALBUM FROM THE LEGENDARY LOUIS ARMSTRONG, "LOUIS WISHES YOU A COOL YULE," SET FOR RELEASE OCTOBER 28 VIA VERVE RECORDS/UMe

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Friday, September 16, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Much like Santa Claus himself, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong devoted his life to "the cause of happiness," as he once put it, bringing joy to audiences around the globe every time he put his trumpet to his lips or crooned with his instantly-recognizable, gravelly voice. Yet, while Satchmo's holiday recordings have become standard yuletide fare, he never released a Christmas album during his lifetime. Now, for the very first time, Louis Wishes You A Cool Yule – out October 28 via Verve Records/UMe, presents Armstrong's holiday recordings as a cohesive body of work, marking his first-ever official Christmas album.

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  • Now, for the very first time, Louis Wishes You A Cool Yule out October 28 via Verve Records/UMe,presents Armstrong's holiday recordings as a cohesive body of work, marking his first-ever official Christmas album.
  • Available for pre-order today, Louis Wishes You A Cool Yule features nearly the entirety of Armstrong's holiday output: six Decca singles from the '50s, including "Cool Yule," "Christmas Night in Harlem," and the swinging "'Zat You Santa Claus?.
  • Louis Wishes You A Cool Yulewill be available in a variety of formats, including on red vinyl, a limited edition vinyl picture disc (releasing November 4th), CD, and digital.
  • Riccardi continues, "With the holidays approaching, Lucille bought a small Christmas tree and set it up in their hotel room.