Valley boys on boxingday 2008

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The Magic of Hollywood, Lights! Camera ! Action!



Introduction

Hollywood or Tinsel Town is the home of the American film industry. The first movie studio was established in Hollywood, in the early 1900's, by a company that wanted to make Westerns in California because the climate and long days was good for filming outdoors. TV Stations came to Hollywood in 1947 and in the 1950's music recording studios also came. Together these three industries (Movie, TV and Music) made the city of Hollywood more than just a city where movies were made; it became a natural magnet or stage for the best and brightest in the entertainment industry to come to showcase their talent and creativity.

With so many talented and ambitious people in one place, competition amongst the various studios and trades was inevitable. This competition created high expectations for the professionals employed in the Hollywood, which meant that in order to survive everyone, had deliver quality performances on and off the stage. The constant demand for excellence from professional Writers, Actors, Directors, Producers, Cameramen, Sound Technicians, Lighting Specialists, Stunt Men/Women, and Costume Designers etc. ensures that the movies we see are spectacular. All of these professionals working together create a certain chemistry or 'magic', which results in good movies. Even though other countries have developed Film Industries there is nothing like a Hollywood movie.

The 'Magic of Hollywood' attracts everyone to the movies the young, the old, families and couples. A matinee, evening or late night at the movies has become a popular form of entertainment worldwide. Since the early 1900's, people across the world have looked forward to new movies from Hollywood and the Bahamas is no exception in this regard. Movie going, in the Bahamas, has long been a popular form of entertainment. Most Bahamians can recall fond memories of the old theaters, which graced the city of Nassau: the Savoy on Bay Street, The Capitol on Farm road, The Cinema on East Street and later The Wulff Road Theater, Shirley Street Theater, and Sunshine Twin. During the 70's the Prince Charles & Carmichael Road Drive-Ins were also popular. Collectively these movie outlets helped to define the 'Movie Experience' in the Bahamas.

Although modern technology has brought movies into our living room in the form of 'Pay Per View' and DVD’s there is nothing like going to the movies and watching a movie on the 'silver Screen'. The 'movie experience' is fantastic: from waiting in line at the concession stand for popcorn, hotdogs and fountain drinks to watching the previews of movies coming soon to the attention grabbing music, which signifies the beginning of the feature film.

The 'magic of Hollywood' and Junkanoo have a lot of similarities such as: Theme development, costume design and production, music, performance and theatrics and lots of creative and talented people. Junkanoo has also evolved into what is today the same way Hollywood has evolved. Therefore, The Valley Boys found it fitting, on the occasion of our Golden Jubilee; to pay tribute to Hollywood which has had an influence on our development over the past 50 years.

The Valley Boys 'Boxing Day 2008' Group Synopsis



The Magic of Hollywood 'Lights! Camera ! Action!'

Theme Presentation

This Boxing Day we intend to bring the 'movie experience' to Bay Street by transforming this historic boulevard into a movie studio with lights, cameras sound effects and action just as in Hollywood. We will present a glimpse of some of the more popular movies, which have made Hollywood special over the last 100 years. Cleopatra, Gladiator, Dances with Wolves, Gunfight at the OK Corral, Jaws, Jurassic Park, James Bond's 007 - Casino Royale, Harry Potter, ET, The Passion of The Christ, The Mummy Returns, The Lion King, Drum Line, Coming To America, Cinderella, Spider-Man, Rocky, Rambo, Enter the Dragon, The Godfather, Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones.

Our presentation will capture the 'Magic of Hollywood' from its early beginning with the Silent Film Era; through The Golden Age or Classical period; to New Hollywood and the age of the Blockbuster to contemporary Hollywood. Our focus will be on Action, Adventure, Historical, and Romantic films. We will also display the various components that help to make Hollywood truly magical: the Actors, Celebrities, Stunt-men/women, Paparazzi (photographic press), Movie Studios (Paramount, Columbia, 20th Century Fox, Tri-Star, Universal, DreamWorks, Sony Pictures, MGM, and Warner Brothers), Hollywood attractions such as the 'Walk of Fame', Symbols of Hollywood Stars and film reels, and the Oscars – The Academy Awards.

Banner - Tribute to Sir Sidney Poitier The banner depicts a night at the Oscars. The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, are awards of merit presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to recognize the excellence of professionals in the film industry, including directors, actors, and writers. The banner is a stage surrounded by many stars; it has to replicas of 'Oscar' on each side. In the Middle of the Stage is a large portrait of our very own Sir Sidney Poitier. In 1963, Sir Sidney became the first black man to win the Academy Award for Best Actor - for his role in Lilies of the Field. The significance of this achievement was later bolstered in 1967 when he starred in three very well received films - To Sir, With Love; In the Heat of the Night; and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner - making him the top box office star of that year. Accompanying the banner will be Celebrities, Cinematographers, Directors, Producers, Journalist and Paparazzi portrayed by Free and Naked Dancers.

Group Costume Three Dimensional 3D

Off-The-Shoulder Dancers: depict scenes from popular movies from the last 100 years and various aspects of Hollywood. These include the following:

CLEOPATRA – 1963, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Rex Harrison this costume a Hollywood Classic depicts Cleopatra the great Queen of Eygpt and her encounters with the Romans.

HARRY POTTER – Order of the Phoenix: This costume depicts the internationally acclaimed film that appealed to old and young alike. Harry Potter, the boy magician, is seen with his magic wand and orb. The phoenix that is a symbol of an ancient order of magicians is taking flight with flames burning bright. There is a stained glass window and candles that represent the school where the film is set. The coat-of-arms and dragon are other symbols of the great school of magicians.

PASSION OF THE CHRIST: This film by Mel Gibson captured the attention of the world in its recount of the last hours of Christ’s life. The graphic depiction of Christ’s crucifixion made the movie one of the most controversial of our time. The costume shows an angel in heavenly splendor guarding the cross. The focal point of costume is the Savior in agony hanging from the cross with a crown of thorns. The costume is crowned with a representation of the Holy Spirit in the form of dove.

THE MUMMY RETURNS: This dancer presentation is taken from Universal Pictures and displays aspects of going to the movies. It features the "Mummy that is ""NOW Playing" as you go to buy your ticket at the booth. The costume has movie reels, the admit one ticket, the movie entrance and gate, as well as features from the movie also.

THE LION KING: This Disney Movie reflects not only the movie classic but also has undertones from the Broadway classic "The Lion King". The African backdrop and some of the animals seen in the classic movie are displayed. The Disney symbol and also various Hollywood and movie symbols can be seen as the carrier shoots this movie via camera.

DRUMLINE: This 20th Century Fox Dancer features the Drumline itself. It highlights the colors of the A&T University from the movie along with musical instruments and notes.

ENTER THE DRAGON: A Bruce lee action film

DANCES WITH WOLVES: Kevin Costner action, romance and Breathtaking

adventure film. COMING TO AMERICA - 1988: Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, James Earl Jones,

Madge Sinclair. JAWS (OUTTA da WATER): The vicious Great White haunts and taunts beachgoers on Amity Island .It’s up to the police chief to protect the town by all means necessary. This 1975 Thriller/horror , known as the first summer blockbuster movie went on to become an Academy Award winner .

CASINO ROYALE: James Bond visits with us on Bay Street by means of Casino Royale. Play the tables, the roulette or even baccarat. Only one can win and it’s 007.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN (DEAD MANS CHEST): Released in 2006 , this is an action adventure comedy fantasy. Jack Sparrow, the main character of this film , races to recover the heart of Davy Jones to avoid enslaving his soul to Jones’s service. Won an Oscar , another 29 wins and 34 nominations.

JURASSIC PARK: Released in 1993 , an adventure 65 million years in the making. Scientists clone dinosaurs to populate a theme park which suffers a major security breakdown and releases the dinosaurs. Won 3 Oscars and another 19 wins and 15 nominations.

STUDIO 64: A portrayal of studio logos we are all familiar with :Goldwyn Myer, Dream Works, Paramount etc. Lets go to Hollywood.

METRO GOLDWYN MAYER – MGM: This costume depicts the logo Metro Goldwyn Mayer which main feature is a roaring lion. Some off-the-shoulder costumes will be surrounded by characters from the movie being portrayed.

Choreograph One:

This section depicts one of the most iconic symbols of Hollywood the film Reel.

Choreograph Two: This section depicts a Hollywood Show-Girl a popular costume warn in the early 50’s & 60’s by women and in musicals.

Backline

Depicts the popular Western Movies. Westerns were the first movies filmed in Hollywood and they are still filmed and as equally popular today.

Brass Musicians

This section depicts the All American Cowboy, which Hollywood made famous worldwide.

Cow Bell Ringers

Lead Bellers depict a Sheriff. The Sheriff along with U.S. marshals was the symbols of authority in the Wild West. At the centre of this costume is a Sheriffs Badge the symbol of authority in the Wild West, the badge is surrounded by two Horses adorned with the American Flag. At the top of the Backdrop is a bull-head which was hung over most town gates in the west.

The Bellers are also wearing chaps special pants. Side Bellers depict Cactus and Indian Warriors.

Drummers

Depict Indian Chiefs. The first three rows of Drummers are wearing an wolf head also which signifies there rank in the tribe the wolf pack.

Black Horn Blowers

these depict cactus.

Lead Costumes: One: Happily Ever After” - Film Studio: Walt Disney

In 1937, Walt Disney saw that in order to meet the expectations of his audience, he needed to increase the size of his studio. So he began designing a modern studio specifically for the purpose of making feature films, in-door through rain, summer heat and even snow. Many of the interior scenes for Disney films were shot on five live-action sound stages. Come join with us as we take you on a magical tour through the back lots at “Studio 1”. In this costume presentation you will see just how a film is made back stage. The film that is being shot at “Studio-1” is a remake of the “Cinderella Story”. You just caught “act-12” scene-1, here Cinderella has already been transformed into a beautiful young lady and is on her way to the Royal ball to meet the prince. Captured in this magnificently structured piece, see Cinderella as she takes a ride in her carriage transformed from a pumpkin pulled by horses that were once mice’s. Atop the fairy godmother is just about to make her exit. You will see cameramen aloft their camera booms as they shoot film from all different angles. Along-side this one of a kind carriage we have cameramen taking film of you, smile. We hope that you enjoy this piece, for it was pasted with 100% hand cut paper. Two: THE FORBIDDEN KINGDOM Jet Li and Jackie Chan battle an evil Jade Warlord for ultimate supremacy. Whoever obtains the golden shaft of the Monkey King becomes immortal. The ultimate warrior will be decided on Bay Street, don’t miss it.

Three: SPIDERMAN

Introduction

Most movie goers, particularly kids and teenagers, would know that we’ve had a trilogy of films centered around the super-hero 'Spiderman'. The Spiderman film productions became an instant hit on their inaugural release in 2002.

Spiderman 1 Released in 2002 :One look at the Green Goblin, the arch rival of Spiderman, and you get the impression that we’re dealing with a menacing character. The glider stands on top of a technologically advanced aircraft fully equipped with highly developed weaponry and the Goblin makes use of everything in his arsenal to terrorize the city and anyone coming into contact with him.

Spiderman 2Released in 2004:Arch enemy, Doctor Ock, with his mechanical tentacles shapes up to be a formidable foe and he is prominently displayed with his long dangling arms just ready to wreak havoc wherever he goes. The extra set of arms makes him virtually unbeatable and he proves to be a terror in the metropolis of New York city.

Spiderman 3Released in 2007:The chief villain in this story is Sandman who has used his supernatural powers to pillage the town. His sheer size is enough to put fright in all whom he encounters and his ability to take on different shapes makes him almost invincible. In this case we’ve created a Bahamian look for this character by using the colour white with a dash of pink in an attempt to emulate the pink sands of Harbour Island.

A sub-plot develops whereby an extraterrestrial life form that feeds on people’s emotion of anger has made its way to planet earth. Peter Parker whose alter ego is Spiderman has had some moments of despair following a break-up with the girl he loves dearly thus he becomes an easy prey for this alien body to attach itself to. Venom is the name of this rival and wears a black spiderman suit. Peter Parker’s working colleague becomes this evil character and is depicted as the Spiderman in a black suit.

Rounding out the description of this lead costume, Spiderman in his full regalia comes flying through the air suspended by his webbing and displaying superior agility just like he does in the movies ready to defend the innocent from these diabolical, maniacs. He is at the pinnacle of the costume flanked by his trusty webbing thus making him highly easily visible for all bystanders and his admirers to see. Music 'surround sound' Theater style Themed Music from various Hollywood movies will be performed such as the Theme song from the ‘Indiana Jones’ Movies. Bahamian contemporary and Junkanoo music will also be performed. Performance – Various themed performances, unique to Hollywood, will be performed by all sections of the Valley Boys. We look forward to bringing the 'Magic of Hollywood' to Bay Street this Boxing Day. We hope you will enjoy what is coming soon! Lights! Camera! Action!



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