THE ROCKETTES TAKE BRANSON

BRANSON -- One highlight of Christmas in Branson is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and its scene called "Christmas in New York."

Now in its third season at Branson, Radio City Productions mounts a production at The Grand Palace that includes ice-skating snowmen, a New York City skyline and festive city street in additional to a production number by the Radio City Rockettes.

The Rockettes arrive on stage in a surprising way, joining ice skaters, angels and snowmen amid a magical snowfall.

The Rockettes are featured in such favorites as "Carol of the Bells," "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers" and "the Living Nativity." Some of these have been performed at Radio City Music Hall since 1933.

Another scene showcases Christmas around the world capped by the arrival of Santa Claus.