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About Front Row Centre Events
Front Row Centre Events bring the world of entertainment to your community and put you in the centre of the action with the best seats in the house! Presented in High Definition via satellite with Digital Surround Sound onto screens as large as 60 feet wide. These programs are unique and Cineplex Entertainment is pleased to be presenting them in theatres across the country.

Audiences across Canada have already enjoyed the sights and sounds of spectacular performances ranging from the Metropolitan Opera to World Wrestling Entertainment. Canadians are laughing along with the world's funniest comedians or rockin' with some of the world's greatest musicians right in their own local movie theatre. There's more!! Live speaking engagements, documentaries, family programs and world premieres are just the beginning. Cineplex Entertainment continuously shops the world of entertainment for the most exclusive events, guaranteed to take your breath away and put you front row centre!
Previous Events
Caesar & Cleopatra
Caesar & Cleopatra (originally aired date August 14th, 2010)
Back on the big screen one last time! Shaw’s legendary wit turns political drama into sparkling comedy when veteran strategist Julius Caesar becomes mentor to the enchanting teenage queen of Roman-occupied Egypt. Christopher Plummer as Caesar, Nikki James as Cleopatra.
NT LIVE: London Assurance
NT LIVE: London Assurance (originally aired date June 28, 2010)
Broadcast live from the National Theatre in London. Sir Harcourt Courtly is lured away from the epicentre of fashionable London by the promise of a rich and beautiful bride, Grace, several decades his junior. Arriving at Oak Hall, Gloucestershire, he marvels at this rural Venus until her charms are eclipsed by her hearty cousin, the foxhunting Lady Gay Spanker.
The Big Four: Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, Anthrax
The Big Four: Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, Anthrax (originally aired date June 22, 2010)
The Big Four: Anthrax, Megadeth, Slayer, Metallica will feature nearly 4 hours of live performances and behind-the-scenes from the Sonisphere Festival in Sofia, Bulgaria.
UFC 115: Liddell vs Franklin
UFC 115 - Liddell vs. Franklin (originally aired date June 12, 2010)
UFC 115: Liddell vs Franklin, Saturday June 12th, live in HD on the big screen from General Motors Place in Vancouver, Canada.
Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage
Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage (originally aired date June 10, 2010)
Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and interviews with some of today’s most respected rock artists, Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage explores the forty-year career and phenomenon behind what could be the world’s biggest cult band.
TimesTalks LIVE: LOST
TimesTalks LIVE: LOST (originally aired date May 20)
Don’t miss this compelling in-depth conversation with the masterminds behind ABC’s “Lost.” Hear executive producer Carlton Cuse and co-creator/executive producer Damon Lindelof reveal the challenges of crafting a finale that satisfies themselves as storytellers, and the show’s legion of fans.
Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3D
Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3D (originally aired date April 21)
Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3D, will give fans the chance to live the fun, the friends, the songs and the moments that make Kenny Chesney the must-see concert experience to kickoff the summer season.
10 Days X Canada
10 Days X Canada (originally aired date April 28)
The film follows the exploits of four residents from the Eastern Ontario town of Cornwall Ontario as they make their way from Cornwall to the West Coast of Canada and cross the Country to the East Coast and return to their hometown all within 10 days.
When You're Strange: A Film About The Doors
When You're Strange: A Film About The Doors (originally aired date Apr 17)
When You’re Strange uncovers historic and previously unseen footage of the illustrious rock quartet and provides new insight into the revolutionary impact of its music and legacy.
Oscar Nominated Shorts
The Wiggles (originally aired date Apr 10)
The Wiggles are proud to present The Wiggles – BIG, BIG SHOW In The Round, a circus inspired concert filmed at The Acer Arena in the group’s hometown of Sydney, Australia.
Black Eyed Peas
Black Eyed Peas (originally aired date Apr 1)
An explosive two-hour performance by GRAMMY Award-winning The Black Eyed Peas broadcast LIVE as it occurs from the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles.
Oscar Nominated Shorts
Oscar Nominated Shorts (originally aired date Mar 7)
Shorts International presents The Oscar® Nominated Shorts 2010, two exclusive presentations showcasing this year's short film nominees in both the LIVE ACTION and ANIMATION categories.
Celine: Through The Eyes Of The World
Celine: Through The Eyes Of The World (originally aired date Feb 21)
Celine: Through the Eyes of the World will bring Celine Dion’s 2008-2009 Taking Chances World Tour to theaters. Join Celine as she travels to five continents and 25 countries, putting on show-stopping performances of some of her biggest hits.
Race Across The Sky
Race Across The Sky (originally aired date Jan 27)
The race that started 25 years ago as a running race to drive tourism in Leadville has now grown to a lottery cap of 1000+ competitors, many of them the world’s most elite cyclists. Rivalries include six-time defending champion Dave Wiens vs. international star / seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong.
No Distance Left To Run - A Film About Blur
No Distance Left To Run - A Film About Blur (originally aired date Jan 21)
Eng Synopsis for About FRC page (posted after Jan 21): `No Distance Left To Run' finds 4 members of Blur together for their 2009 rehearsals and acclaimed summer tour. `No Distance Left To Run' is the story of an English band, a portrait of enduring friendship and resolution.
TuTu Much
TuTu Much (originally aired date Jan 17)
9 GIRLS 4 WEEKS 1 DREAM. Through the eyes of 9 young girls from around the world, TuTu MUCH is the behind-the-scenes story of what it takes to become a dancer.
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker (originally aired date Dec 12)
A magician with secrets, an enchanted gift, a battle with the Mouse King, a guiding angel and a visit through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets: it must be the seasonal favourite, The Nutcracker.
Cinema Kabuki
Cinema Kabuki (originally aired date Nov 11)
Avant-garde in the 1600s, Kabuki Theatre remains at the cutting edge with live productions featuring some of the best Kabuki actors recorded by multiple HD cameras for screening in movie theatres by high-quality digital projectors with 6-channel sound.
Ichi
Ichi (originally aired date Nov 23)
Ichi is a blind singer carrying only a shamisen and a walking stick; people try to take advantage of her blindness, but Ichi fights back with her unusual skill with swords.
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Festival 2009
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Festival 2009 (originally aired date Nov 19)
Emmy Award winner Brad Garrett returns to his stand up comedy roots and takes stage for one hilarious performance.
Hillsong United: We're All In This Together
Hillsong United: We're All In This Together (originally aired date Nov 4)
A live conversation with Hillsong United’s lead singer Joel Houston, followed by performances from the band at their church in Sydney and the much-anticipated feature documentary WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER.
Proms
Lewis Black: Stark Raving Black (originally aired date Oct 29)
The comedy of Lewis Black; the culmination of his best material from 2009 and two recent shows shot in high definition at the historic Fillmore Theatre in Detroit on Aug 2nd 2009.
Jack Johnson en Concert
Jack Johnson en Concert (originally aired date Oct 20)
In the summer of 2008 Jack Johnson took a trip through Europe playing everywhere from historical venues to classic outdoor stages making it the biggest tour of his career. The film is a collection of live performances with Jack’s quartet along with special appearances by G. Love, Ben Harper, Mason Jennings, Neil Halstead and Matt Costa.
Proms
Last Night of the Proms (originally aired Sept 12)
The Last Night of the Proms is one of the most famous musical events in the world, watched and listened to by millions. While it lives up to its reputation of a fun Last Night party celebrating British tradition, it equally encapsulates the spirit of the BBC Proms, with leading international artists and an all-embracing musical programme that introduces new works alongside much-loved classics. Don't miss your chance to see this event LIVE in cinemas across the country.
Evangelion
Evangelion 1.0 (originally aired Sept 30 and Oct 3)
You Are (Not) Alone is the film sequel to the sci-fi animated series blockbuster Neon Genesis Evangelion (also written and directed by Hideaki Anno) which aired on Japanese television in the mid 1990’s.

There was no foreseeable warning before it happened -- a catastrophe of unparalleled scale and magnitude overwhelmed the entire globe. This event, recorded in history as "The Second Impact," caused half the population of the Earth to perish and devastated the world.
The Audition
The Audition (premiered June 6, 2009)
The feature-length film documents the dramatic final week of the 2007 competition of the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions, where each year thousands of hopefuls compete for the opportunity to launch a major operatic career.
Diana Krall
Diana Krall - Live in Rio (premiered May 20, 2008)
In November 2008 Diana Krall staged a performance in Rio of the Classic standards, ranging from “The Boy from Ipanema” to “Quiet Nights”. The Concert was shot in the city’s “Vivo Rio” venue, with 11 High Definition cameras, recorded to the highest quality and in front of the most informed audience, very familiar with the Jazz Rhythms pioneered by such local icons as Joao Gilberto and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
God Rocks!
God Rocks! (original event date, June 13)
God Rocks! is a talented musical group that's been delighting family audiences across North America with their popular children's television series and exciting live concert events. The concert was captured on 7 high definition cameras with amazing surround-sound for an experience you'll never forget!
Phedre
Phedre (originally presented June 25, 2009)
Helen Mirren joue le rôle-titre de cette pièce sauvage de Jean Racine, traduite en vers libres par le défunt poète lauréat, Ted Hughes. Consommée par sa passion incontrôlable pour son jeune beau-fils et croyant que Theseus, son mari absent, est mort, Phèdre avoue ses plus profonds désirs et entre dans le monde des cauchemars.
Crue Fest
Presented on the big screen in High Definition, March 26.
The World’s most notorious Rock band, Mötley Crüe, along with four hand-picked bands representing the future of Rock royalty and 500,000 screaming fans came together to prove one thing: Rock is back.
The Tragically Hip
The Tragically Hip: We Are The Same - One Night Only, LIVE in HD
Don't miss The Tragically Hip, live for one night only, Monday April 6! Presented LIVE on the big screen in HD! The Tragically Hip, from the Bathouse recording studio, live and intimate with a special Q and A (hosted by George Stroumboulopoulos)! Experience The Tragically Hip as you have never seen before, as they perform classic hits and new tracks from their upcoming CD 'We are the Same'. This event also included an exclusive opportunity: specially priced event tickets include the new CD with the big screen concert.
Caesar & Cleopatra
Caesar & Cleopatra
Shaw’s legendary wit turns political drama into sparkling comedy when veteran strategist Julius Caesar becomes mentor to the enchanting teenage queen of Roman-occupied Egypt. Christopher Plummer as Caesar, Nikki James as Cleopatra. Shot over 3 days during Stratford's Shakespeare Festival.
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