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Laugh Out Loud Do you feel like a good laugh, some light relief and comedic gems? If so, then look no further than the epic, We Got Jokes – VI Comedy Tour that will held in Tortola on Sunday, 28th December at the Multi-Sports Complex at 8pm. This first of its kind tour features Mike Yard as the host for the evening, who will be introducing Tony Woods, Griff, Jason Andors and social media sensation, Majah Hype. Majah Hype, a DJ and singer in his early years, now has a flourishing comedy career, which has been stirring up a buzz on social media networks. This multi-talented performer has created seven characters who he plays in his skits including Deh Mad Ras and Grandpa James! The host for the evening is Mike Yard who was born in St. Croix, and moved to New York City in 1986. Mike braved the New York winters and the New York schools until, in 1993, he began his comedy career and today, Mike has become one of the biggest acts in stand up comedy. He has appeared on Showtime at The Apollo, BET’s Comic View, Russell Simmons‘ Def Comedy Jam, and MTV’s Video Vixens and The Black Comedy Awards named Mike one of the most thought-
provoking stand ups in the comedy scene today. Other guest performers include, California native “Griff” started out at three years old, since then he has since made a name for himself as one of the leading comedians and on-air personalities in the USA, where he regularly opens for acts such as Beyoncé, New Edition, Mo’Nique, and many more. Tony Woods is a one-of-akind comedic legend and a seasoned veteran and one of the best and most engaging comedians in the business. His playful and cool demeanor, combined with sharp and mischievous subject matter, create a show that is unmistakably entertaining at every level. One critic observed, “Tony's cool demeanor and sharp delivery provide sublime comedic entertainment Satisfaction guaranteed.” From NYC, Jason Andors has appeared on Showtime at the Apollo, HBO’s P. Diddy's Bad Boys of Comedy and Showtime’s White Boyz in the Hood and his enthralling style of comedy is perfect for any crowd type and is guaranteed to have you talking about him! Get your tickets today from One Mart or Bolo’s. Bleachers $30, Floor Seats $40 & VIP seating $100 or get them at the door from 7pm.
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By Jan Critchley
Christmas at Home I love Christmas and look forward to it every year, the decorations, the presents under the tree, the constant smell of something lovely cooking – and, of course being around family and friends. I also enjoy being in the BVI at this time of year, with its own Christmas traditions such as the Christmas concerts, events, parades and the seasonal food such as black cake, coconut and guava tarts and the quintessential guavaberry liquor. However, when possible I like to be “home” with my family for Christmas, which for me is the UK. Even the weather, usually cold at this time of year, does
actual work goes down and it is fun to have that time
make for a cozy atmosphere. And there is the fact that
with your colleagues to chat about everyone’s plans for
Christmas really begins in November, by the middle of
the Christmas break and waiting for the proverbial
which, all of the stores and streets are decked out like
clock hand to reach noon. At which point, almost the
a winter wonderland and Christmas music is playing
entire town or city where you work will have people
everywhere you go. By December, the Christmas frenzy
leaving their places of employ, in crowds and full of
is upon us in earnest. People are struggling into their
guilty pleasure heading for the local pub.
places of work despite the bitter weather, delayed or
My absolute, most favorite part of Christmas Eve
cancelled trains and crowded buses – however, once
is heading home and taking in all the mouthwatering
you are there, you are generally met by an oasis of
smells in preparation for the day ahead, baking minced
mince pies and hot chocolate, good-cheer and
pies, glazing hams and most of all praying that the
Christmas carols. Diaries are booked ahead months in
turkey was not still frozen inside! As always, everything
advance for the a sheer avalanche of Christmas lunch-
would turn out fine and everyone would just enjoy eat-
es, parties, drinks and social functions that bring you
ing Christmas lunch, relaxing, watching TV specials,
closer and closer and the big day itself.
playing games and spending time with our nearest and dearest, because that is really what it is all about.
My personal favorite has always been Christmas
We at the Limin’ Times wish you and your families
Eve, I guess it is the fact that it is officially a “working
happy holidays and all the very best for the New Year.
day,” however in the UK as in most places, not a lot of Limin’ Times Entertainment Guide
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Ask Koren Your personal E-therapist, is in the house!
The Ask 10 Commandments of Self-Love Koren ing clothes that flatter the outer part of you. 7. Spend time alone every day. Learn to enjoy your own company. Listen to your thoughts and your dreams and ensure your living environment reflects you and enhances your positive mood. 8. Do things to improve yourself. Self-love is loving who you are right now and it can still include recognizing that you have the potential for more. You will be proud of yourself when you meet certain accomplishments. 9. Look in the mirror every day. It is important to look at who you are and do not be afraid to face yourself. Face the mirror and thank God for who you are. Say, “I am beautiful inside and out”. “I am a gift”. 10. Do not engage in self-harming behaviours. Loving yourself means staying away from drugs and other harmful substances and dealing with fear and pain without inflicting further pain on yourself. Be gentle with you. If you are used to being battered and beaten down by others or you have treated yourself unkindly, then it is time for a turnaround. Time to focus on loving you and then you will be able to give true love to others.
Can one really give love to someone else and enjoy a happy, mutual relationship if they do not even love themselves? Without self-love persons are insecure, jealous, abusers, accepting of abuse and miserable. So since charity begins at home, let’s do some introspection into what it takes to really appreciate who you are. 1. Know your value and worth. You are unique and special and your value is unmeasurable. Remind yourself of that fact every day and know that you deserve the very best of what life has to offer. 2. Do your part to meet your own emotional needs instead of waiting for someone to do it for you; spend time every day doing things that bring you a sense of satisfaction and that put a smile on your face. 3. Forgive yourself for past mistakes. No one is perfect so stop holding yourself up to impossible standards of perfection. Just let go of the past and endeavour to do better for now and the future. 4. Stay away from relationships that make you feel less than who you know yourself to be. If someone consistently puts you down, calls you names, physically or emotionally abuses you, love yourself enough to move on. 5. Nurture your soul with spiritual songs, readings and uplifting thoughts. Having a spiritual connection helps to heal our weary souls after stress or trauma and gives us the hope we need to be survivors. 6. Take care of your body. Love your body and nurture it by eating well, engaging in physical activity and wear-
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By Arlena Smith
Caribbean Christmas at Myett’s It’s that time of year again to get out the Guavaberry. Guavaberry also known as the rumberry should not be confused with the guava. A guavaberry is about the size of a cherry and can be yellow-orange or dark red in color. These exotic berries are common to the Caribbean and at Christmas time it’s pretty much a staple. Guavaberry is used to make everything from jams and liqueur to my personal favorite guavaberry tarts. On Sunday, 21 December – Myett’s are holding their
December 28th at 1pm. This monthly beach side festival
Annual Guavaberry Liqueur & Dessert Competition. This
event has become a signature event for the restaurant –
gives you the chance to experience and showcase the
where the beat goes on! The festival features local
best guavaberry recipes in two categories: Guavaberry
artists and allows visitors and locals to sample some of
Liqueurs and Guavaberry Dessert Recipes. The liqueur
the exemplary art, exotic fruits and local fayre the BVI
category could be rum, wine or whatever drink you like
has to offer. There will be steel pan vibes, brunch with
the best and desserts are everything from tarts, cakes
bottomless mimosas and live jazz with the acclaimed
and puddings. There will be live steel pan music and
Glenroy Charles from 7pm. So come on down to Myett’s for a Caribbean
judging begins at 4pm. If you’re a guavaberry lover you
Christmas where the beat goes on and there is some-
don’t want to miss this fruity event.
thing for everyone.
Maybe you’re a wine and art lover, if so then you’re
For details on entering the
Guavaberry Competition call 495-9649.
in luck, as Myett’s will be having their Arts Festival on
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By Jan Critchley
Pre-Christmas Round Up Still looking for that last minute present, then stop by Little Switzerland on Friday, 19th December for their customer appreciation holiday party. Starting at 10am, they will have special pricing all day, entertainment, refreshments and more. Body Glam Cosmetics in Fish Bay are having 30% off from 18th December to 24th December, open Sundays they have gift cards available and a free gift with any purchase $50 or more. On Saturday, 20th December don’t miss the inimitable Surf N’ Wash with KMS Carwash and Kelly’s on Frenchman’s Cay. Get your car washed from 8am and
vocal/trumpet duo Mad Romance. At Peg Legs, also
enjoy music, lobster and other dishes from noon till late
enjoy a traditional Christmas Buffet and Suckling Pig for
with DJ Wiz and DJ Mac Milli. Then later, head to Quito’s
$35 per person and over on Virgin Gorda, Fischer’s Cove
for their Naughty or Nice Bash 2014 featuring DJ Dre and
are having a traditional turkey dinner with all the trim-
DJ Miguel Labadie, there will be prizes for the best
mings and music by G-Smooth on saxophone for only
dressed and a free drink for the first 50 ladies – so dress
$28 per person.
to impress!
Post Christmas Events
Christmas Eve
Continue the celebrations at Scaramouche Lounge
Head to Quito’s for traditional Christmas Eve dinner
Bar on Friday, 26th December with their Black and
celebrations with the Foggy Mountain Boys and Quito
Diamonds party featuring DJ Jay Negril who will be play-
plays solo from 6:30 to 9:30pm. Or enjoy fine dining at
ing deep soulful house music from 8pm. A Type of Toad
Scaramouche, which is hosting a Gala Dinner consisting
will be playing at Myett’s on Tuesday, 30th December for
of a seven-course tasting menu and Jazz Saxophone by
their end of year concert on the beach.
G-Smooth.
New Year’s Eve/Old Year’s Night
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve or as it is also known, Old Year’s Night - is full of exciting parties to welcome in 2015 in style. Topping the bill is Foxy’s legendary Old Year’s Night Carnival, which is being heralded as the Best party of 2014! The Caribbean BBQ starts at 6:30pm and entertainment includes Roy Cape All Starrs with Blaxx, Final Faze, DJ Avalanche, Fire Dancers and Carnival troupe. In
On Christmas Day, forget the cooking and go to the 1748 restaurant at Long Bay for brunch where a special menu awaits for only $30 per person including a complementary mimosa. Later, head to Myett’s, “Kapeye” is back and playing for their sunset happier hour followed by a romantic dinner and Christmas concert by 11
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live music • events • concerts •
THURSDAY - DEC 18 & 25
WEST END
ROAD TOWN BAMBOUSHAY — Tree of Hands Wrapping Party at 6.30pm (Dec 18th only)
SCARAMOUCHE — Black & Diamonds Party with DJ Jay Negril for deep soulful house music from 8pm. (Dec 26 only)
NANNY CAY
CANE GARDEN BAY
PEG LEGS — Traditional Christmas Dinner & Suckling Pig (Dec 25 only) WEST END
MYETT’S — Welcome back Brian Neale for Sunset Happier Hour 5pm. Evolution Band 7pm & Limbo Contest 8pm (Dec 19 only)
1748 RESTAURANT AT LONG BAY— Special Christmas Day Brunch Menu (Dec 25 only)
MYETT’S — Sunset Happier Hour 5-7pm. Tortola’s Version Band 7pm. Limbo contest 8pm.(Dec 26 only)
CANE GARDEN BAY
QUITO’S — Ras Rio Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. Dinner 6:30-9:30pm. (Dec 19 & 26)
MYETT’S — Sunset Happier Hour w/ Candyman 5pm. (Dec 18 only) MYETT’S — Welcome back Kapeye for Sunset Happier Hour 5-7pm. Christmas concert w/ Mad Romance & Holiday themed dinner menu (Dec 25 only)
WEST END
QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. Dinner 6:30-9:30pm. Awesome Crew 8pm. (Dec 18 only)
KELLY’S SUPERETTE — Surf N’ Wash. Car wash from 8am with lunch and music by DJ Wiz and DJ Mac Milli from noon (Dec 20 only)
VG & OUTER ISLANDS
CANE GARDEN BAY
FISCHER’S COVE — Jazz Jingle Christmas Dinner with G-Smooth at 7pm. (Dec 25 only)
QUITO’S — Naughty or Nice Bash w/ DJ Dre and DJ Miguel Labadie 10pm. Dress to impress. (Dec 20 only)
FRIDAY - DEC 19 & 26 ROAD TOWN CENTRAL ADMIN COMPLEX — Ceremony for Gold Medallist, Ms Chantel Malone at 4:30pm (Dec 19 only)
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SATURDAY - DEC 20 & 27
QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. Pizza Night 6:30-9:30pm. Too Smooth 8pm (Dec 27 only) PARADISE CLUB — Island of Misfit Toys Christmas Party with Hot Sauce. Costume optional. (Dec 20 only)
LITTLE SWITZERLAND — Customer Appreciation Holiday Party. Special Pricing 10am till 8pm (Dec 19 only)
MYETT’S — Brian Neale for Sunset Happier Hour 5pm. Awesome Crew Band 7pm & Limbo Contest 8pm (Dec 20 only)
ELLIS THOMAS DOWNS — Boxing Day Horse Races (Dec 26 only)
MYETT’S — Kapeye Sunset Happier Hour 5-7pm. Evolution Band Caribbean Jump Up (Dec 27 only)
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ts • parties • sports • movies and more
SUNDAY - DEC 21 & 28 ROAD TOWN MULTI-SPORTS COMPLEX — We Got Jokes - VI Comedy Tour with Majah Hype. Doors 7pm. (Dec 28 only) CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Annual Guavaberry Contest-judging 3pm. Brunch with bottomless Guavaberry Mimosas. Steel Pan Vibes 1-3pm. Brian Neale 5pm (Dec 21 only) MYETT’S — Art & Wine Festival 1-5. Brunch w/ bottomless Mimosas. Steel Pan Vibes 1-3pm. Live jazz w/ Glenroy Charles 7pm (Dec 28 only)
MONDAY - DEC 22 & 29 CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Mexican Margarita Monday w/ 2 for 1 Margaritas & Mexican Munchies 5-7pm. Live Music by Al Broderick Show from 7pm. (Dec 22 & 29) QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. Pizza Night 6:30-9:30pm. (Dec 22 & 29)
TUESDAY - DEC 23 & 30 CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Brian Neale live for Sunset Happier Hour 5pm. (Dec 23 only) MYETT’S — Kapeye live for Sunset Happier Hour 57pm. End of Year beach concert w/ A Type of Toad (Dec 30 only) QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. Quito plays solo 7:30pm. (Dec 23 & 30)
WEDNESDAY - DEC 24 & DEC 31 ROAD TOWN BAMBOUSHAY — New Year’s Eve Hat Party (Dec 31 only)
NANNY CAY PEG LEGS — 4-Course Dinner & glass of champagne (Dec 31 only) CAPT. MULLIGANS — A Type of Toad & Razorblades play live (Dec 31 only)
UPCOMING EVENTS
WEST END SCARAMOUCHE — Christmas Eve Gala Dinner with Jazz saxophonist G-Smooth. Aperitif’s at 6:30pm (Dec 24 only) PUSSER’S — New Year’s Eve Dinner (Dec 31 only) SEBASTIAN’S ON THE BEACH— Christmas Carols with Zion Songs Band 7-10pm. (Dec 24 only) FISH ‘N LIME— 3 Course Dinner, DJ, PhotoBooth, Dancing, Champagne Toast & Sky Lanterns at Midnight. (Dec 31 only) 1748 RESTAURANT AT LONG BAY— Special New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu & music by 4 Strong + (Dec 31 only) CANE GARDEN BAY MYETT’S — Christmas Eve w/ Candyman. Local Caribbean Christmas tunes & more. Live on stage 3D Band Dinner & Dance. (Dec 24 only) MYETT’S — Mad Romance live on stage 9:30pm. Holiday theme dinner menu. Party Favor & Champagne at Midnight (Dec 31 only)
A Type of Toad @ Scaramouche - Jan 11 HLSCC Elmore Stoutt “the Fungi Master” — Jan 17
QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. Quito plays solo 6:30-9:30pm. Traditional Christmas w/ Foggy Mountain Boys (Dec 24 only)
National Theatre Live @ HLSCC A Small Family Business — Jan 31
QUITO’S — Half Price Happy Hour 5-7pm. “Ring Out the Old” Dinner 6:30-9:30pm. Quito & the Edge play live (Dec 31 only)
Farmer’s Week — Feb 6-13
VG & OUTER ISLANDS FOXY’S — Old Years Night Carnival w/Roy Cape All Stars and Blaxx, Final Faze and DJ Avalanche. Caribbean BBQ 6:30pm (Dec 31 only)
Sweethearts of Caribbean & Classic Yacht Regatta — Feb 13-15
MARINA CAY — Pusser’s New Year’s Eve Dinner (Dec 31 only)
HLSCC Spencer’s Theater of Illusion — Mar 6 Dark & Stormy Regatta — Mar 6-9 First Ultra Marathon — April 25
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Old Dinner,” all finished off with Old Year’s Night Celebrations with Quito and The Edge. (Cont.d from page 11)
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West-End, head out to the Fish ‘N Lime for a three course set dinner including the catch of the day, DJ, photo-booth, dancing and a champagne toast and sky lanterns at midnight. Or, get along to Long Bay’s 1748 Restaurant for their special dinner menu and live entertainment by 4 Strong +. Old Year’s Night will be celebrated in style at Myett’s with a holiday themed dinner menu, party favors and Mad Romance live on stage to bring in the New Year with complementary champagne at midnight. At Peg Legs enjoy a 4-course meal, a glass of champagne and dance the night away to the DJ at the Beach Bar. Pusser’s are having their celebratory 4course dinners at Marina Cay and West-End with champagne at midnight and party favors. Bamboushay Lounge are bringing in the new year by hosting their first annual NYE Hat Party at their Ultimate New Year’s Eve Celebration and at Quito’s start the evening with their half-price happy hour before enjoying the “Ring Out the
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If the kids are getting bored over the holidays and are aged between 12 and 19, sign them up for BVI Dance School’s Winter Teen Dance Intensive for 3 days from 29th December to 31st December where they will cover many types of dancing from Hip-Hop and Break Dancing to Ballet and Yoga. Contact Diandra Jones at diandradance@gmail.com or call 546-2459 to reserve your space.
Tree of Hands The Tree of Hands is all about making sure every child receives a Christmas gift, so please give up some of your time this year and help sort, label and wrap gifts to deliver to children this holiday season! Please join us this year at Bamboushay Lounge on Thursday, 18th December from 6:30pm and don’t forget to bring your scissors, tape, ribbon and wrapping paper and help spred some Chritmas cheer!!
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By Claudia Colli
The Hundred Foot Journey The Hundred Foot Journey, starring the redoubtable Helen Mirren, is a confection of a movie that crosses cultures and cuisine in equal measure. The movie starts off in India where the Kadam family owns a restaurant in Mumbai. The successful restaurant is destroyed during a political riot and the family’s mother is killed. Overwhelmed with grief, the Kadams under the stewardship of Papa Kadam (Om Puri) relocate to England, where they find neither the climate or the food to their liking, and move onto the south of France. Here Papa Kadam discovers a boarded up restaurant for sale in a picturesque village and unilaterally declares that he has found what he is searching for. His two sons, are skeptical but agree to settle in this small town which already contains a restaurant renowned in the region across the street – one hundred feet away to be exact. The competing La Saule Pleurer is a Michelin starred restaurant owned by the widow, Madame Mallory (Mirren). In search of a second star Madame Mallory, is appalled to discover that an Indian restaurant, complete with a flashy sign and Bollywood music, has opened up across the street. Under the skilful cooking of one of Papa Kadam’s two sons, Hassan (Mannish Dayal), Maison Mumbai turns out excellent food and gradually wins over the local residents, including the town’s beleaguered mayor. The snooty Madame Mallory continues to consider the Indian upstarts enemies of sorts and tries to do what she can to undermine them. When one of her racist chefs attempts to burn down the Maison Mumbai, her sense of justice wins out and she slowly begins to Limin’ Times Entertainment Guide
befriend the family, especially Hassan who has displayed promising talent at cooking both Indian and French food. Romance also begins to blossom in this new culinary world. Papa Kadam woos Madame Mallory and Hassan tries to win over one of her sous chefs, Marguerite (Charlotte Le Bon), through tenderness and her palate. But when Hassan becomes the head chef at La Saule Pleurer, this romance begins to be undermined by professional rivalry. With Hassan’s artistry, the restaurant not only does well, but wins another Michelin star. Virtually elevated to culinary rock star status, Hassan goes to Paris, where he wins fame – but not necessarily happiness – as the chef at one of the city’s trendiest restaurants. As with many of life’s lessons, it takes a while for Hassan to come to terms with his fame and learn where his true values and heart lies. Melding romance and cuisine, The Hundred Foot Journey is a charming cinematic feast. 16
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By Dean “The Sportsman” Greenaway
Athletes of the Year Presented by Sol bests and national records. Following the second longest season in its 44 year BVI the running, year This year was no different as athletes were semifisuccessive sixth the for and history nalists and finalists in every competition that was Athletics Association will recognize its Athletes of the entered with one athlete missing the finals at the IAAF Year presented by Sol, in Youth, Junior and Senior male World Indoor Championships by 1/1000 of a second. and female divisions, for which a record 23 persons have With an established goal set in 2012 of winning a been nominated. medal in a major competition within five years and last The association, which also governs Road Racing year earning a silver medal in the IAAF World Youth will dole out the male and female Road Racing Athletes Championships in the medley relay and fourth place in of the Year as well, for which seven have been nominatthe Pan Am Jr. Championships, this year saw the best fined after competing in races on Tortola and Virgin Gorda ish from Chantel Malone at the Commonwealth Games in 2014. This division saw its tightest race in series histodiviin the Long Jump where she placed women’s and men’s ry in both fourth. sions. She later became the first female The Most Outstanding athletes in field event medalist when she struck track events, field events, combined gold in the Long Jump at the Central events, comeback athlete of the year American and Caribbean Games in and coach of the year among others, November. Eldred Henry’s fourth place will be named during the Athletes Gala finish in the NACAC U23 champion Saturday, December 27 at the onships was the best since a medal Moorings. The event begins at 7 p and was won in 2002. Now its time for donations are $50 for single and $85 them to collect awards. per couple. The 2014 Athletes of the Year Additionally, athletes who estabBVI Athletes of the Year nominees are as follows: lished National Records that stood at Youth Male Athlete of the Year—Stephen the end of the season, they too will collect their awards Emmanuel, Kyron Walwyn, Jelani Norman, Djimon from Sol. Gumb – Youth Female Athlete of the Year—Beyonce Even though many of the U15 athletes were unable DeFreitas, Arianna Hayde, Zara Brown, Xiomara Malone, to compete regionally after the Leeward Islands Youth Izariah Frett, Zacharia Frett Jr. Male Athlete of the Year – Championships scheduled for Nevis was cancelled, the Kryon McMaster, Akeem Bradshaw, Kadeon Potter Jr. top athletes in each of the competitive divisions from Female Athlete of the Year – Trevia Gumbs, Tynelle U9-U15 have also been nominated and invited to the Gumbs, Nelda Huggins, Sr. Male Athlete of the Year – event. Eldred Henry, Keron Stoute, Shaquoy Stephens Sr. Since it’s inception in 2009, the association has Female Athlete of the Year – Tahesia Harrigan-Scott, seen a dramatic rise in its athletes’ performances as they Karene King, Ashley Kelly, Chantel Malone. compete to make national teams, establish personal 19
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By John Crook
Santa Helps the Time Lord in Doctor Who Christmas Special Christmas special, but beware! Spoilers about that finale follow in the very next paragraph. That episode ended on a very downbeat note, as The Doctor and Clara said their goodbyes at the end of their most recent adventure. The Doctor had set up events to ensure that Clara and her lover, fellow teacher Danny Pink (Samuel Anderson), would have a happy ending, but an unexpected plot twist seemed to indicate Clara and Danny are permanently lost to each other. Before Clara can reveal this to the Doctor, he tells her he has found Gallifrey, his long-lost home planet. It’s a well-meaning lie, but he thinks Clara wants him to leave so she and Danny can start their life together. Clara, meanwhile, pretends all is well so the Doctor won’t feel compelled to stay with her. After they part, The Doctor is preparing to depart in his TARDIS when Santa appears, insisting that The Doctor and Clara must heal their relationship. Moffat teased fans that the Christmas special would resolve the future of these two characters, but the London tabloid The Daily Mirror spoiled that suspense recently by reporting that Coleman has signed on for at least part of Season 9. Fans will have to discover additional details on their own.
As it has each season since the current series reboot premiered in 2005, Doctor Who delivers a special holiday episode, premiering Stateside Thursday, Dec. 25, on BBC America. And, as usual, the show’s home network, the BBC, is guarding plot details so closely that it’s starting to look as if MI5, the British intelligence agency, is in charge of press and publicity at “the Beeb.” Here’s what the BBC has confirmed: The title of this year’s yuletide special is Last Christmas, and according to a not-terribly-illuminating synopsis, we find the 12th Doctor (Peter Capaldi) and his companion, schoolteacher Clara Oswald (Jenna Coleman), trapped on an arctic base and menaced by sinister creatures of some kind. Luckily for them, they get some much-needed assistance from a certain right jolly old elf, played by guest star Nick Frost (and let’s pause for a second here to acknowledge that, if you’re casting the role of Santa Claus, an actor named “Nick Frost” is just about perfect). Steven Moffat, the Doctor Who show runner, actually set up the Christmas special in last month’s Season 8 finale, entitled “Death in Heaven.” If you missed that, BBC America is airing it again immediately before the
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