Charles Dickens' "Great Expectations" at Digiplex Theaters March 24 & 25

Charles Dickens’“Great Expectations”

Digiplex Theaters

March 24 & 25

“Great Expectations,” one of the most popular Charles Dickens classics comes to life on the big screen making theater history from London’s Vaudeville Theater.  Since its original publication 150 years ago, “Great Expectations,” has been portrayed in film, TV and musicals, but this is the first full-length play from London’s West End. 

Written by one of the greatest and most prolific writers, this top-notch performance of “Great Expectations” celebrates Dickens’ epic storytelling and larger than life characters in the first ever stage adaptation in London.

The lavish and spectacular theatrical show brings some of the most memorable characters ever created to life.  Pip, the orphan and the film’s protagonist, the beautiful, chilling Estella, the terrifying convict Magwitch, who changes Pip’s life, the manipulative lawyer Jaggers, and the tragic, mysterious Miss Havisham, the wealthy spinster who lives a life of seclusion following the loss of her love.

"Great Expectations" at Digiplex Theaters 

This top-notch performance of “Great Expectations” provides a dramatic portrayal of Pip’s growth and personal development.  Pip, with his ‘great expectations,’ feels guilt for a crime he committed at an early age and lives in fear of being arrested.  In addition to crime, the film also depicts ambition, social class and the importance of social advancement in the class system of Victorian England.

Audiences will become completely immersed in the intensity of the characters’ affection, loyalty and conscience.  Although Pip is an idealist, his desire for self-improvement and his ambitions for advancement in life motivate him to have “great expectations” about his future.  In true Dickens’s style, Great Expectations’ classic characters reflect the events of the time in this outstanding and evocative production.  See it at Digiplex Theaters March 24 and 25th!

"Great Expectations"

Digiplex Theaters

March 24 & 25

"Running the Sahara" March 15 - 21 at Digiplex Theaters

 

“Running the Sahara”

March 15 – 21

Digiplex Theaters

Most people cannot imagine running a marathon, not to mention two …. in one day.  “Running the Sahara” breaks all records when three ultra marathoners set a goal to run across six African countries, anticipating two marathons per day, for eighty days ... without a day off.

This powerful and inspirational film captures the unprecedented quest and incredible journey as Charlie Engle, Kevin Lin and Ray Zahab run over 4,300 miles in 111 consecutive days through 6 countries in Africa.  “Running the Sahara” chronicles the runners’ journey as they tackle not only the elements, but also unimaginable physical and emotional obstacles.

Charlie Engle, Kevin Lin and Ray Zahab in "Running the Sahara"

Charlie Engle from the United States, Kevin Lin from Taiwan, and Ray Zahab from Canada, have run together in marathons before. But this time is different. This isn't a race. It's a grueling test of will and a chance to accomplish something that no known person has ever achieved. Their perseverance fighting through injury and extreme fatigue to reach their goal changed them forever.

"Running the Sahara" Executive Producer
 and Narrator Matt Damon (center)
 

The newest in the DigiNext Film series, the feature documentary “Running the Sahara” is narrated and executive produced by Academy Award winner Matt Damon and directed by Academy Award winner James Moll.  Audiences will marvel watching the life changing experiences and impact of the runners’ tremendous test of strength and determination as they brave the elements in one

of the most extreme physical environments.

Encounters with the Tuaregs of Niger, the Pyramids of Giza and the solitude of the Tenere Desert abound as they run through Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Libya, and Egypt.  In addition to the expedition’s incredible achievement, the film also chronicles the attention and support that they are bringing to the water crisis in Africa through H2O Africa.

Watch the amazing journey of the runners on their quest, toward the finish line building in great anticipation as to whether this amazing human feat is possible.  Watch their journey become legend in “Running the Sahara” at Digiplex Theaters on March 15 – 21.

 "Running the Sahara"

March 15 - 21

Digiplex Theaters

2013 Oscar Shorts: Documentary February 10

                  Oscar Shorts: Documentary

February 10

This year’s short documentary films nominated for the Oscars are overflowing with compelling stories of loss, isolation, struggle and hope in the 2013 Oscar Shorts: Documentary.

As a tribute to women undergoing chemotherapy, sisters Cynthia and Rachel open their beauty salon free of charge once a month in “Mondays at Racine.”  The film portrays the painful toll of cancer and captures the invaluable emotional support the women receive as they rediscover their beauty at the salon, asking the question, “When your life is at stake, why is losing your hair so hard?”

“Inocente” is the inspirational story of a charismatic homeless 15-year immigrant who is an aspiring artist.  With maturity that belies her age and circumstances, she tells her story directly into the camera determined to prove herself and succeed despite her bleak situation.

Watch over the course of a decade, as five senior citizens in a Florida retirement community find themselves struggling with isolation, illness and loss in “King’s Point.”  “Gertie, could you fall in love again?...” asks one of the seniors as another laments, “its no good to be alone.”

 “Redemption” looks into the hidden lives behind the streets of New York City ‘canners' who survive collecting cans and bottles from recycling bins and trash and redeem them for money.

“Open Heart” is a somber look into the journey of Rwandan children with serious heart disease who travel to Sudan for treatment.  An important human rights documentary, the film portrays the dire circumstances these children face against all odds.

In addition to the poignant and gripping 2013 Oscar Shorts: Documentary films, Digiplex will also feature the exciting line-up of 2013 Oscar Shorts: Animated and Live Action Films on February 8 and 9^th. 

2013 Oscar Shorts: Animated films on February 8 at Digiplex are “Adam and Dog,” “Fresh Guacamole,”  “Head over Heels,” "The Longest Daycare" and “Paperman.”   

2013 Oscar Shorts: Live Action films on February 9 at Digiplex include “Asad,” “Buzkashi Boys,” “Curfew” and  “Death of a Shadow Henry.” 

2013 Oscar Shorts: Documentary Sunday, February 10

2013 Oscar Shorts: Animated    Friday, February 8

2013 Oscar Shorts: Live Action       Saturday, February 9

At select Digiplex Theaters

Nederlands Dans Theater "An Evening with León and Lightfoot" Feb. 3 and 5th

NEDERLANDS DANS THEATER

“An Evening with León and Lightfoot”

Digiplex Theaters

February 3 and 5^th

One of the most prominent and groundbreaking contemporary dance companies in the world, Nederlands Dans Theater’s “An Evening with León and Lightfoot” is powerful and transformative. This  innovative performance is playing exclusively at Digiplex Theaters on February 3 and 5th.

Considered “the most balletic modern dancers,” the dance company showcases the characteristic style of Spanish-British choreographers Sol León and Paul Lightfoot and takes audiences on a journey to their artistic universe through the performance.

Continuously challenging the boundaries of dance, the Nederlands Dans Theater breaks new ground with León and Lightfoot’s choreography in the humorous SH-Boom, a version never before performed in the Netherlands which plays out the battle between the sexes.

Nederlands Dans Theater 

A glimpse into the love lives of several characters, Shoot the Moon provides a rare narrative creating character roles with the dancers.  Accompanied by Glass’s beautiful music, the melodies embrace the dancers and captures their sharp, electric sequences.

Shoot the Moon’s intense variety of emotions and dance steps are beautifully represented as the dancers’ muted facial expressions cry out to express their crisis. León and Lightfoot achieve their goal to make the audience feel compassion for the dancers' agony.

The innovative and groundbreaking performances are Sol León and Paul Lightfoot’s signature and the reason why the Nederlands Dans Theater is one of the most prominent contemporary dance companies in the world. 

Experience the transformative performance in León and Lightfoot’s artistic universe with “An Evening with León and Lightfoot” on February 3 and 5^th exclusively at Digiplex Theaters.

Nederlands Dan Theater "An Evening with Leon and Lightfoot"    February 3 and 5^th 

 at Digiplex Theaters

The Sleeping Beauty January 13 & 15

The Sleeping Beauty

Royal Ballet

January 13 & 15

If you love classical ballet complete with fairy tale themes, lavish decors, and stunning choreography, The Sleeping Beauty will captivate you.  A Fairytale ballet with a Tchaikovsky score that has delighted audiences for over a hundred years, The Sleeping Beauty is the pinnacle of classical ballet with Petipa's choreography. 

Based on the original fairy tale by Charles Perrault, The Sleeping Beauty first premiered at the Imperial Mariinsky Theater in St Petersburg in 1890 and is Tchaikovsky's longest ballet.     Starring Lauren Cuthbertson & Sergei Polunin, today’s Sleeping Beauty not only captures the essence of the original but is also the cornerstone of The Royal Ballet's repertoire.

Featuring every step in the ballet syllabus and probably the greatest ballerina role in Aurora, The Sleeping Beauty is rich in many different ballet styles choreographically.  Its authentic court dances, classical ballet technique, mimed scenes and grand processions represent the best of classical ballet.

The Sleeping Beauty

Complete with a handsome prince, a beautiful princess and a magical kiss, The Sleeping Beauty tells the story of Princess Aurora whom the evil fairy Carabosse curses.

Angry at not being invited to baby Aurora’s christening, Carabosse curses the princess to die when she pricks her finger. Luckily a  good fairy intervenes, leaving Aurora to sleep for 100 years only to be awoken by the kiss of a handsome, brave prince. 

Though mainly thought of as a love story, The Sleeping Beauty is also a struggle between the two conflicting forces of good and evil, represented by the good Lilac Fairy and the evil fairy Carabosse.

From Petipa's 1890 original to De Valois' 1946 production, The Sleeping Beauty is viewed as a definitive statement and inspiration for the next generation of choreographers.  

 

Ideal for classical music fans that want to experience Tchaikovsky’s vision of the story, young budding ballerinas looking for inspiration, and even first timers, The Sleeping Beauty is a classic for all ages.

Don't miss The Sleeping Beauty at Digiplex Theaters on January 13 & 15th. 

Ballet In Cinema: The Nutcracker

Ballet in Cinema: The Nutcracker 
(Bolshoi Ballet)

December 16 - 20

The Nutcracker (Bolshoi Ballet)

A classic holiday tradition for many years, The Nutcracker ballet is a magical performance loved by children and adults alike.  Written during the classical period of ballet, The Nutcracker Ballet takes place in Western Europe in the 1800’s on Christmas Eve but the story is as crazy as it is convincing. 

Based on the fairytale The Nutcracker and the King of Mice, The Nutcracker’s enchanting costumes and incredible setting at Moscow’s Bolshoi Theater feature one of the most famous pas de deux, dance for two, in ballet.  The Nutcracker’s Sugar Plum Fairy dance with the Prince is world renown.

Slip away into the Land of Sweets with the Prince and Clara as the Sugar Plum Fairy treats them to a celebration of dances.  Clara and her prince are entertained by several dance performances in The Nutcracker that portray different nationalities.

In the Land of Sweets, each dance represents a delicacy that was unique to that part of the world.  For example, Tea was the Chinese Dance and Coffee was the Arabian Dance.  To further enhance the visual experience, each dancer’s costume resembled the “sweets” from their country.  Unlike today, foreign delicacies were very rare when the ballet was created.

The Nutcracker captures all the magic, joy and mystery of Christmas.  Better than a present, the enchanting costumes and incredible setting at Moscow’s Bolshoi Theater, the Nutcracker at the Bolshoi Ballet is not to be missed this holiday season. Don’t miss this great holiday classic playing at your local Digiplex starting on Sunday Dec. 16 through Thursday, Dec. 20.

FEATURE OF THE WEEK: UFC 154: St-Pierre vs. Condit

ONE NIGHT ONLY
Saturday, November 17 Live at 10:00pm ET. 


One-Night-Only Saturday 11/17/12

Experience the intensity from your own front row seat during the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s blockbuster fight to crown the UFC Welterweight Champion.  See the action live, as one of the most popular Canadian athletes undefeated for the past four years, Georges St-Pierre, takes on Carlos Condit, who has won 13 of his last 14 fights and whose favorite technique is ‘knees to the jaw’.

The undisputed UFC® welterweight champion will be crowned when Georges St-Pierre looks to extend his five-year, nine-fight winning streak against interim titleholder, "The Natural Born Killer" Carlos Condit. After an injury sidelined St-Pierre for nearly a year, Condit claimed the interim title by defeating Nick Diaz this past February. Now, the two will battle it out on St-Pierre's home turf to determine the world's best 170-pound fighter.

Georges St-Pierre:
 Georges “Rush” St-Pierre (22-2-0) has been the two-time UFC® Welterweight Champion for 5 years and previously held the TKO Canadian Welterweight title. GSP remains one of the biggest names in UFC®. St-Pierre’s past and thriving record includes wins over former UFC champions Matt Hughes, B.J. Penn, Jon Fitch, Thiago Alves, Josh Koscheck and smashing Jake Shields’ 15-fight winning streak. His record and reputation precede him as he looks to defend his career title after a yearlong injury in the town that built him. 



Carlos Condit:
Carlos “Natural Born Killer” Condit (28-5-0) captured the interim welterweight title last February after defeating Nick Diaz and looks to solidify his hold on the championship in the upcoming fight against Georges St-Pierre. A former WEC welterweight champ, Condit has demonstrated the ability and dedication to make a lasting mark in the UFC® as he continues to thrill fight fans in The Octagon.
 

 Check out the trailer below:

TheBlaze Presents Glenn Beck's Unelectable 2012 Live on Sept. 20 & 25

You can’t help but hear about Glenn Beck these days with his bestselling books, popular TV show, and nationally syndicated talk-radio show.  But why wouldn’t such a celebrated man with so much knowledge in politics run for office?  He’s unelectable!  

 When you tell it like it is, you’re sure to lose a few supporters every now and then.  Still makes for a great show though!  What does he have to say about current political issues and candidates?  Come find out and see what all the buzz about Beck is about at Glenn Beck’s Unelectable II Live on September 20 and a second showing on September 25 at your local Digiplex theater.