Rudolph The Red Nose Riendeer Is coming to The Tiles Center Nov 25th! Plus Review!

 

"For most of us, Rudolph and his band of misfit friends is a holiday classic that we look forward to watching every year. Well this year we are pleased to announce that not only is it available to watch on the T.V. as per tradition, but has also been brought to life as a wonderful live musical! This limited run show brings the story we all know and love from the screen to a full filled action packed live show that stays true to its origins.
        The cast and crew of this show put on a spectacular performance on opening night, mixing li
ve actors with puppetry, as well as digital effects, which gives you an original experience that touches upon the beloved television special’s Claymation effects. The set is a simple snow filled backdrop, with some props here or there to show the change of scenes. Puppeteers and crew hands dressed all in white go almost incognito amongst the scenes pushing around props and puppeteering playful raccoons, as well as pushing” iceberg’s”, while the main cast sing and dance to music that is faithful to the original. The cast sings such favorites as “Misfits” and “Holly Jolly Christmas” almost as perfect at the originals that you cannot help but sing along with the well-known tunes. Even the voicing of the actors matched the original TV series almost perfectly! I could not believe it! The costumes themselves have the faces of the actors showing, yet are produced in such a way that they look almost cartoon like. Staying consistent with the creators “true to the original” mission statement of the show.
    The puppets too- are a beautifully made to match the original version, and simply beautiful. From the little raccoons that scatter around after Rudolph to the massive Bumble who is the size of the stage itself the quality of these props could be seen from any seat you were in.
     

  Sometimes, as an adult you take your child to these live renditions because you want to create a special memory for them- but in your gut you know that you as an adult may not be as thrilled as they. Let me tell you something not only was my son thoroughly enthralled with the performance- I mean seriously he did not move the whole entire time, but myself and my mother were just as amused. We sang along, and sat perfectly content as the amazing cast performed.
            So if you had any doubt on whether or not this is a performance to trek out to see, I can guarantee you that this one is not to be missed, the whole family from 2-99 will enjoy it!"-Michael Aucone

For More information and where this amazing show is going next look here! 

Game Boy Gets A Upgrade With Nintendo's 3ds XL

     Hanukkah 1989 will live forever in my memory.  It was the year that I received my very first Nintendo Gameboy.  It was in fact the very first Gameboy ever produced so I guess, technically speaking, it was the first time anyone ever received a Gameboy  but this is about me.  

     I remember freaking out that it was just so cool that I could play games anywhere!  Kids of today will never know that feeling of awe when it comes to portable gaming because now every single device has a game card.  But back then this was in a word...badass.

     We owned a small trailer in the Catskills back then and almost every weekend I would go up with my grandparents with my "travel kit."  Some Shira dolls, my Etch-a-sketch, and my Gameboy. Man was I so prepared, that is unless we traveled at night.

   I believe anyone from my generation will remember the pure frustration of trying to play their Gameboy between the flashes of the streetlights. The anger that ensued when Mario missed the critical jump, the misplaced Tetris piece or the poor serve during Mario Tennis.  Life for a 7 year-old could not be worse, and believe me your parents heard about it.

      Now over 25 years later (OMG is that really true!) we have been sprung forth into a new generation of gaming.  Staying true to their form, Nintendo is still in the forefront and your summer travels this year will be pure bliss because of these three words: Nintendo 3DS XL.  

     Although the name has changed, the concept is the same--a portable gaming device for kids and adults alike. With the possibility to play anywhere, anytime, and with the invention of the color screen, this means you no longer will have the failures of the streetlight haunting you.

     This 3.6" by 6.2" light-weight system is awesome!  With the huge dual screens it is easy for these "old" eyes to see and the 3D is just amazing.  Using the settings on the right side of the top screen I have super easy access to adjusting the 3D, or turning it off if I so choose.  I was so impressed with the graphics that I keep on showing everyone I know.  I keep repeating "isn't it awesome?" and getting their response, "Yes Jenny" but I know they are eyeing it with envy.  Other than the crisp and clear graphics as well as the 3D feature, the console itself is also super slim. Its overall size is somewhat large, but still easy enough to slip into a coat pocket, small clutch purse or a pair of jeans (hey you never know when you are going to need to break one out!).