THE TWILIGHT SAGA: NEW MOON TOUR + LIVE BAND PERFORMANCES FROM THE FILM’S SOUNDTRACK

The Twilight Saga: New Moon Tour is kicking off at Hollywood & Highland Center. Select cast members will be on-site for a Q&A session and include: Kellan Lutz "Emmett", Nikki Reed "Rosalie", Jamie Campbell Bower "Caius", Alex Meraz "Paul", Kiowa Gordon "Embry", Ashley Greene "Alice", Elizabeth Reaser "Esme", and Chaske Spencer "Sam" (note: cast appearances are subject to change). In addition, live performances by Death Cab for Cutie, Band of Skulls, Sea Wolf and Anya Marina as featured on the New Moon Soundtrack. Visit www.hottopic.com/newmoon for more details.

Event Date: November 6 starting at 5pm

HOLIDAY OF HOPE TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION WITH MITCHEL MUSSO

Start your “Holidays in Hollywood” with a FREE evening of musical entertainment, celebrity guests, an appearance by Santa Claus, and the lighting of the Hollywood Christmas Tree all at Hollywood & Highland Center. There will be a special musical performance by Disney Recording Artist Mitchel Musso and performances from Universal Music Group recording artists I’m OK You’re OK and American Idol stars’ Kimberley Locke and Michael Johns. Kids get to visit Santa and create a holiday cookie at the Ralphs Cookie Decoration Station. Delicious hot holiday beverages will be served along with goodies provided by Lifeway Foods.

Guests are invited to support One Heartland, an organization committed to improving the lives of children impacted by HIV/AIDS. There will be a VIP pre- reception for guests who donate to One Heartland. VIP guests will enjoy a private acoustic performance by Mitchel Musso along with performances by Kimberley Locke and Michael Johns. VIP guests also have the opportunity to mix and mingle with celebrity guests in attendance at the event. VIP tickets start at $50 and family packages are available. To donate, visit www.oneheartland.org or call 1-800-724-HOPE (4673).

Saturday, November 28:
VIP pre-reception charity event starts at 5pm
Tree Lighting Celebration starts at 6:30pm

GRINCH GIFT WITH PURCHASE + TICKET GIVEAWAY

Enter to win a family 4 pack to see Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical, performing live at the Pantages Theatre.  CLICK HERE to enter with your name, e-mail, phone number and zip code and be sure to mention Grinch in the subject line to be eligible to win.

Featuring the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas”, this Broadway musical version of Grinch showcases Max the Dog narrating as the Grinch. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville. Order tickets through Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 1-800-982-ARTS (2787).
 
Performance Dates: November 10, 2009 – January 3, 2010

Receive 2 FREE tickets to see Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical when you spend $150 or more in same-day Hollywood & Highland Center receipts.  Present your same-day receipts to the Visitor Information Center on level 1 inside the Kodak Theatre archway to claim your tickets.  Offer good while supplies last.  Some restrictions may apply. H&H employees and tenants are not eligible to participate in this promotion.

CELEBRATE THE DVD RELEASE OF STAR TREK WITH OPENING NIGHT PARTY

STAR TREK® THE EXHIBITION, an interactive, hands-on limited engagement at H&H Center on level 1 will be in full-scale party mode.  Fans and media are invited to attend a party to celebrate the DVD release of Paramount’s 2009 blockbuster hit, the J.J. Abrams-directed film Star Trek, whose props and costumes are featured in the exhibit.

Special appearances by Rod Roddenberry, son of Gene Roddenberry, creator of the original Star Trek TV series, will be on hand to mingle with fans and media. All followers of the series and subsequent films are encouraged to attend in suitable Star Trek attire.

November 17 from 6 - 9 pm

FREE TICKETS TO MADAME TUSSAUDS

Madame Tussauds Hollywood is now open 7 days a week next door to the World Famous Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. This is your chance to experience the real glamour and elegance of Hollywood as you immerse yourself in its history and culture and "meet" the famous and infamous on iconic film sets, from the silver screen stars of the golden era through to today's contemporary stars and moviemakers. So if you fancy making movies, starring in them, having a small walk on part or attending an awards ceremony, and of course the after party, then Madame Tussauds Hollywood has the perfect part for you. Don’t forget your camera. www.madametussauds.com

Now through December 31st, get 1 FREE ticket to Madame Tussauds Hollywood by showing $100 in same-day Hollywood & Highland Center receipts at the Visitor Information Center on level one.  Also, stop by the Visitor Information Center to receive a special buy one, get one FREE coupon from Madame Tussauds Hollywood.  Tickets are limited.  Offer good while supplies last.  H&H employees and tenants are not eligible.

CREST GLIDE® TIGHT SPACES CHALLENGE - COMPETE FOR PRIZES

Join Crest Glide® Floss and Alison Sweeney, host of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” and the award-winning actress on NBC’s “Days of our Lives,” at the Crest Glide Tight Spaces Challenge. Show us how you twist, slide and glide through the Glide Tight Spaces obstacle course, complete with swinging teeth and compete for prizes. The Crest Glide Tight Spaces Challenge will be held in the Central Courtyard of H&H Center (level 2).

For every person who participates, $1 will be donated to Feeding America with a guaranteed donation of $20,000 to help ensure more families across America will have food on their table this coming holiday season. For more information on Feeding America visit www.feedingamerica.org.

Saturday, November 21 from Noon to 4 pm

DISNEY'S A CHRISTMAS CAROL STARRING JIM CARREY AT EL CAPITAN THEATRE

Jim Carrey stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in Disney's A Christmas Carol, a re-envisioned 3-D experience based on Charles Dickens' perennial classic tale. Before the movie, enjoy Holiday Spectacular, an all new stage show with Disney characters and dancers.

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt. But, when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late. The film also stars Gary Oldman as Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim. In addition to Cary Elwes, Colin Firth, Bob Hoskins, and Robin Wright Penn. For tickets CLICK HERE.

SAVE AT HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND

Now through the end of the year show your ticket stub from Madame Tussauds, Mann Chinese Theatres or the El Capitan Theatre and save at many of Hollywood & Highland Center’s great stores and restaurants.  Savings are available at Johnny Rockets, Coldstone Creamery, The Grill, Trastevere, Lucky Brand Jeans, Build-a-Bear Workshop, Spa Luce and many more.  Check out the full list of offers on signage posted around the Center.

H&H GIFT CARD – PERFECT FOR HOLIDAY GIVING

Good at every store, restaurant, and eatery throughout the center, plus the Kodak Theatre, Mann’s Chinese 6 Theatres, Spa Luce, and the Hollywood Renaissance Hotel, the Hollywood & Highland Center Gift Card is the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Gift Cards can be purchased at the Visitor Center located on level 1 inside the Kodak Theatre archway.