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DRAGON
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| Fri 10 Feb, 2012 |
| 08:00 PM |
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Some muse that rock icons Dragon grew up with the Australian music scene and others affirm that it was Dragon that helped the scene grow up. Whatever the case, with hits flowing before Cold Chisel left the rehearsal room, before Icehouse had studied for their algebra finals, and before Australian Crawl had learnt to, Dragon had the nation captivated with “April Sun in Cuba”, “Are You Old Enough?”, “Get That Jive”, “Still In Love With You” and more. The kings of the pub scene and emperors of excess, the band’s live show was unsurpassed, and their rock n roll lifestyle will go down in music industry folklore for generations to come. Tickets $57.50. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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THE AIR FORCE IN CONCERT
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Duration: Approx. 2 hrs
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| Tue 14 Feb, 2012 |
| 07:00 PM |
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The RNZAF Central Air Force Band In Concert. Adult $15.00
Child (17 yrs & under)/Student (with ID) $5.00 Senior (65+ with ID) $14.00. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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CHAMBER MUSIC NEW ZEALAND - I MUSICI
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| Wed 29 Feb, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
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Chamber Music New Zealand's 2012 season is launched in grand style with one of the best-known ensembles in the world on their first ever visit to New Zealand, I Musici from Rome, Italy. I Musici take you on a journey of the Italian serenade in their Serenata Italiana Programme, with music by Rossini, Respighi, Paganini, and film composer Nino Rota. Featuring string playing that is both pulsing with energy and delicately sweet, this programme will leave you exhilarated! Their 1955 recording of Vivaldi's Four Seasons sold over 25 million copies, making it one of the most famous recordings of the classical music repertoire. In 2012, I Musici will celebrate their 60th anniversary with a world tour, including performances in Asia, North and South America, Russia and Europe. Immediately following their New Zealand tour, they will return to Italy to give their 60th anniversary concert at the Accademia di Santa Ceciliain Rome.
"What a treat to hear live such an iconic group as I Musici. Players have come and gone over the course of sixty years, but this charismatic group still charms us with idiomatic colour and flair." Wilma Smith (violinist and Concertmaster Emeritus of NZSO)
Serenata Italiana
. Rossini Sonata a quattro No 1 in G
. Rossini Une Larme: Theme and variations for cello and strings
. Donizetti Allegro in C for strings
. Paganinim Il Carnevale de Venezia, theme and variations for violin and strings
. Bossi 3 Intermezzi Goldoniani, Opus 127
. Respighi Aria for strings
. Rota Concerto for strings (written for I Musici)
. Bacalov Concerto Grosso for I Musici's 60th anniversary
Adult $50.00 Child (1-18 yrs) $10.00 Student Rush (on the day only)$15.00. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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DANIEL O'DONNELL
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| Thu 01 Mar, 2012 |
| 07:00 PM |
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Adrian Bohm proudly presents Daniel O'Donnell with special guest Mary Duff. Ireland’s most popular ‘easy listening’ singer, DANIEL O’DONNELL returns to New Zealand. Daniel has enjoyed tour and chart success in New Zealand for over two decades which has earned him a loyal following all around the country. A native of Kinscasslagh, Co. Donegal in Ireland, Daniel took his first tentative steps into the musical spotlight as a member of the local church choir. Daniel’s concert appearances since have taken him from London’s Royal Albert Hall to New York’s Carnegie Hall, but he still continues to set himself fresh ambitions and new worlds to conquer. He may be an Irish superstar but Daniel remains as excited and enthusiastic about his work and his fans as when he first launched his career in 1982. Daniel has never forgotten it was the public who gave him his success, especially as he struggled long and hard to achieve his ambitions. Adult $89.90 Child (16 yrs & under) $78.90
Senior (65+ with ID)/Student (with ID)/Group 10+ $84.90. Plus usual service and credit card fees.
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10cc
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| Sun 11 Mar, 2012 |
| 08:00 PM |
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DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND THE PROMOTER'S CONTROL, THIS EVENT HAS HAD TO BE CANCELLED. Refunds are available from point of purchase.
Question: what do Axl Rose of Guns N’Roses, The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne, TV/radio presenter Chris Evans, The Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde, Huey Morgan of Fun Lovin’ Criminals, The Feeling’s Dan Gillespie, Sophie Ellis Bextor and at least 30 million other people around the world have in common? Answer: they are all 10cc fans. The missing link between The Beatles and the Gorillaz, 10cc ruled the pop world at a time - the 1970s - when the charts were dominated by some of the most creative and colourful artistes in pop history. Unlike David Bowie, Queen, Elton John or Rod Stewart - all of whom they stood shoulder-to-shoulder with for a decade - 10cc worked not on image or celebrity-status, but on the art of making highly sophisticated rock masterworks into simple-sounding pop hits.
As founding member Graham Gouldman says, "Our main influences were The Beatles and the Beach Boys. Then there was all the other stuff..... For me it was people like Burt Bacharach and Hal David, Jimmy Webb, Eddie Cochran, Buddy Holly and the Everly Brothers. Eric [Stewart] was more rock ’n’ roll, the blues and R&B; while Kevin [Godley] and Lol [Creme] were sort of Jacques Brel, more artistic and avant-garde. It’s what happened when we put all those things together that made 10cc." The result was some of the greatest pop records of the 20th century. Tickets: A Res $79.90 B Res $69.90 C Res $59.90. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET - ANGELINA BALLERINA
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| Sun 18 Mar, 2012 |
| 11:00 AM |
| Sun 18 Mar, 2012 |
| 01:30 PM |
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After hugely successful tours of Australia and the UK, the Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to be performing this enchanting production, originally created by English National Ballet, throughout the country between March and May. Angelina loves to dance and dreams of becoming a famous ballerina. Miss Lilly is her ballet teacher and Alice Nimbletoes, her best friend - characters that cannot fail to charm with their love of colour and pretty costumes. Angelina Mousling is a fictional mouse and the star of some twenty enormously popular children's books which became an animated TV series in 2002, then a musical and now a ballet.
In this production, Angelina prepares for her most important performance ever … in front of the Camembert Academy judges. Definitely one for all those budding ballerinas and we guarantee you'll love it too! "Guaranteed to charm an army of small children - boys, note, as well as girls" The Times.
Adult $25.00-$35.00 Child $25.00 - $35.00. Plus usual service and credit card fees.
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FAME & PHILLIPS
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| Tue 20 Mar, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
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Georgie Fame (The Blues Flames) and Roy Phillips (The Peddlers) For the First Time in Concert. A unique musical journey by two legendary artists sharing intimate stories of their life and times, including all their individual hits, plus duets of their favourite artists, musicians and composers. Live on stage together, for the entire concert. Roy Phillips and Georgie Fame were two of the most successful stories in British popular music of the 1960s and 1970s - both sporting a spare, minimalist image they each played their own individual brand of pop-jazz that was far removed from the rock'n'roll they had played or the rock music that was sprouting around them. They both scored more than enough successes to keep going for several decades and today still have individual sell out concerts around the globe. Now for the first time together...... Georgie Fame and Roy Phillips. Their voices are so well matched for duets. Great depth in the harmony added variance to their performances. Their music embraces numerous genres including pop, rock, blues, soul, country, gospel and jazz. Top that off with their enigmatic and irascible personalities and you have a mainstay of modern music and an inimitable concert experience not to be missed. All tickets $67.00. Please note usual service and credit card fees apply to all prices listed.
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THAT'S COUNTRY
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Duration: Approx 2.25 hrs
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| Wed 21 Mar, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
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TOURS NEW ZEALAND FOR THE FIRST TIME. It's time for New Zealand country music fans to celebrate! I n March 2012 for the first time iconic 80's TV show "That's Country" will hit the road on an extensive national tour. The show will feature stars from the original series - Suzanne Prentice, Ray Columbus, Australia's Jade Hurley, Tony Williams, Maree Humphries plus members of the original "That's Country" band. As an additional bonus they will be joined by special guest star, 2011 Country Music Legend Award winner, Dennis Marsh. Also available is a wonderful CD/DVD combination pack which can be obtained when purchasing a ticket. This will be sent by mail prior to the performance date. Adult $75.00 Adult DVD/CD combo pack $90.00 Senior (65+)/Groups 10+ $67.00. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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EXPONENTS - 30 years
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Duration: Approx. 2.5 hrs
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| Fri 23 Mar, 2012 |
| 08:00 PM |
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DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, CIVIC EVENTS, PROMOTERS OF THE EXPONENTS "30 YEAR ANNIVERSAY CONCERT TOUR" HAVE CANCELLED THE MARCH/APRIL REUNION TOUR. Refunds are available from point of purchase.
The Exponents formerly The Dance Exponents celebrate their 30 year anniversary this year. To mark this three decade milestone, this quintessential Kiwi rock band has announced a 28 date, 30 Year Anniversary Concert Tour kicking off in March 2012, heading as far south as Invercargill and as far north as Whangarei. The Exponents have collected numerous awards over the last 30 years with their major hits, including "Why Does Love Do This To Me", "Who Loves Who The Most", "Victoria", "I'll Say Goodbye (Even Though I'm Blue)" and "Whatever Happened To Tracey", part of the fabric of life for generations of Kiwis. All tickets $60.00. Usual service and credit card fees apply.
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CANADIAN CLUB REAL NZ COMEDY TOUR
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| Fri 30 Mar, 2012 |
| 08:00 PM |
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C.C. is proudly delivering the best stand up comedy in the country with the Canadian Club Real NZ Comedy Tour. The stars of 7 Days, Ben Hurley, Dai Henwood, Steve Wrigley and Vaughn King, are embarking on an extensive tour of the towns in heartland New Zealand, bringing you the best night of comedy since ages ago. This really is the best comedy New Zealand has to offer, and it's coming to a town near you. Adult $34.50 Senior (65+ with ID) $28.50 Student (with ID)/Groups 10+ $28.50.
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BUDDY
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| Fri 13 Apr, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Sat 14 Apr, 2012 |
| 02:00 PM |
| Sat 14 Apr, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Sun 15 Apr, 2012 |
| 04:00 PM |
| Thu 19 Apr, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Fri 20 Apr, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Sat 21 Apr, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
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By arrangement with Alan Janes for Theatre Partners and Origin Theatrical Pty Ltd BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY.
Seen by more than 25 million people worldwide, the multi award-winning smash hit musical BUDDY is being staged in Palmerston North for the first time next April. Directed by Pat Snoxell and presented by the Manawatu Theatre Society for 7 performances.
THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY celebrates his life, loves and his tragic death at the age of 22. BUDDY features twenty of the best rock and pop songs ever written including: "Peggy Sue"," Why do fools fall in love, "That'll be the day", "Rave on", "OH Boy"," Heartbeat" and "Raining in my heart" - not forgetting Ritchie Valens '"La Bamba" and the Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace". the incredible legacy of the young man with glasses whose musical career spanned an all too brief period during the golden day of rock 'n' roll, continues to live on in BUDDY-THE MUSICAL. Adult $35.00-$39.00 Child (1-18 yrs)/Student (with ID) $25.00 Senior (65+ yrs)/Groups 10 or more $35.00 Family (2A + 2C) $112.00. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL
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| Tue 01 May, 2012 |
| 08:00 PM |
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See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 10 years! Since 2001, women of all ages have had their spirits lifted by the show's light-hearted look at menopause. This joyful musical parody set to classic tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s (where My Guy becomes My Thighs, The Lion Sleeps Tonight becomes My Husband Sleeps Tonight and Lookin' For Love becomes Lookin' For Food) will have the audience cheering and dancing down the aisles. Menopause The Musical® - In Concert gives the audience a more up close and personal experience with the cast, bringing a refreshed look at 'The Change'. Menopause The Musical® - In Concert crystallises all of the magic, the entire script, songs, laughter and tears of the original stage show, slips it into a cocktail dress, and pours it into an evening of fun and elegance in equal measure. Imagine if Marlene Dietrich came from Dubbo, had borrowed Mae West's sense of humour, and decided to share her experience of 'The Change' in Rick's Cafe (Casablanca). If you can, you are close to the collusion of stylish cabaret, comedy, and musical genius that is Menopause The Musical® - In Concert. Menopause The Musical® has entertained audiences in more than 15 countries and nearly 300 international cities. Early bird and E-News Subscribers preferencial sales begin Mon 14th November $79.90 General Public sales commence 23 December $85.00. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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BABY POPS
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Duration: Approx. 1 hr
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| Fri 15 Jun, 2012 |
| 10:15 AM |
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Vector Wellington Orchestra presents BABY POPS ‘1,2,3,GO!’(Tahi, Rua,Toru, Wha!) Presenter Kevin Keys and Murray the Musical Bear return with a programme of orchestral adventure. Listeners aged 2-6 will sing along with classic kids’ songs like ‘Do-Re-Mi’ and the ‘A-B-Cs’, keep time to ‘Grandfather’s Clock,’ and thrill to big orchestral numbers like ‘Sabre Dance’ and the Star Wars theme. This concert encourages plenty of movement as young audience members learn to conduct, count in time, and march right through the middle of the orchestra. This year VWO Education Composer-in-Residence, Thomas Goss, has composed a new work on the Maori legend of Tongariro’s fight with Taranaki. The Battle of the Mountains will be a spectacular re-telling for orchestra and narrator. Adult $13.00 Child (1-14 yrs) $7.00. Usual service and credit card fees will apply.
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MEN IN TUTUS
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Duration: Approx. 1.75 hrs
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| Mon 23 Jul, 2012 |
| 08:00 PM |
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From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes) with brilliant choreography to the side splitting humour, LES BALLETS ELOELLE new show 'Men in Tutus' is a show designed for the young and old. The greatest troupe of its kind around the globe; Les Ballet Ballet's Elolle features over fifty ballets in its repertoire and an array of the best international professional male ballet dancers from thirteen nations. These fine-looking and gorgeous soloists have executed with celebrated ballet companies including New York Ballet, The American Ballet Theatre, the prestigious Royal Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, The National Ballet of Canada, The Royal Swedish Ballet, Berlin State Opera Ballet, English National Ballet, Joffrey Ballet and Hong Kong Ballet. The New York-based company is led by creative director and lead dancer Victor Trevino who was artistic director and lead dancer in 2007 with the hugely successful Australian and New Zealand tour of 'Men in Tutus'. Les Ballet's Elolle 'Men in Tutus' personifies the element parody of both classic and present-day ballet. The combining of magnificent dance proficiency, bantering and clamorous witness with designed mannerisms, dance misadventures and naturally outrageous hissy fits by gentlemen act, and in reality appear like beautiful ladies, although others are furry chested adult males with flap-cake make-up but all stylish in tights and tutus, and dancing on perfect pointe. 'Men in Tutus' produces bang-up amusement and LOL 'laugh out loud' family entertainment for all. Be truly amazed. Adult $74.90-$84.90 Child $57.90 Senior (65+ with ID) $67.90-$77.90 Group 10+ $77.90. Plus usual service and credit card fees.
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ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET - CINDERELLA
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| Tue 28 Aug, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
| Wed 29 Aug, 2012 |
| 06:30 PM |
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"If you are looking for magic, you will find it here... a breathtaking Cinderella that will enchant audiences lucky enough to see it." Ann Hunt, Sunday Star-Times.
Christopher Hampson's Cinderella returns to our stage. Acclaimed New Zealand designer Tracy Grant-Lord's sumptuous costumes and lavish sets draw you into a glittering fantasy world. In her grief, the young Cinderella plants a rose at her mother's graveside. When her father remarries, the future seems bleaker than ever. Her wicked stepmother is intent on pushing kind and beautiful Cinderella aside in favour of her two nasty step-sisters. The course of true love never did run smooth, but in this best loved of all fairy tales, Cinderella meets her prince. Dazzling against the light and dark of Prokoviev's powerful score, this ravishing interpretation of the timeless rags to riches romance is everything you could wish for and more. Adult $37.00-$80.00 Child $25.00-$45.00 Senior (65+ with ID)/Student (with ID)/Groups 6+ $33.30 - $72.00. Plus usual service and credit card fees.
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NEW ZEALAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - FORBIDDEN LOVE
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| Mon 15 Oct, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
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YOUNG Dance
TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto in D major
BERNSTEIN West Side Story: Symphonic Dances
TCHAIKOVSKY Francesca da Rimini
Miguel Harth-Bedoya (Conductor) Nicola Benedetti (Violin)
"My heart is full. It thirsts to pour itself out in music". So Tchaikovsky confessed following the disastrous fallout from his 3 week marriage. While convalescing abroad, the composer conceived his breathtaking VIOLIN CONCERTO. The work was initially declared unplayable but has become a cornerstone of the violin repertoire and a test for any soloist. Young's luscious and feisty DANCE will enthral. Bernstein's SYMPHONIC DANCES continues the dance theme with music that is bold, vital and confrontationally modern. The score is filled with violence and passion - drama that is matched by Tchaikovsky's FRANCESCA DE RIMINI. Inspired by Dante's Inferno, the composer takes us to the depths of Hell to witness the consequences of forbidden love in a concert which proves that such tumultuous relationships nevertheless inspire great music. Adult $31.00-$55.00 Child $15.00 Senior $28.00-$50.00. Usual service and credit card fees apply to all prices listed.
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ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET - GISELLE
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| Wed 12 Dec, 2012 |
| 07:30 PM |
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A new staging of this quintessential ballet is co-produced by Ethan Stiefel and Johan Kobborg, internationally acclaimed principal dancer of the Royal Ballet. Gillian Murphy, RNZB Principal Guest Artist and star of American Ballet Theatre, dances Giselle, one of the most dramatic roles in the classical ballet repertoire. Disguise and revelation, love and jealousy combine in this tragic tale. A love story unfolds against the ghostly backdrop of a Rhineland forest haunted by the fearful presence of the "Wilis" - vengeful spirits of abandoned brides. The beautiful peasant girl, Giselle, falls for Albrecht who conceals his identity to win her. The discovery of her lover's deception shatters Giselle's innocence and causes her to die of a broken heart. Albrecht is thrown into the hands of the merciless Wilis, but Giselle cannot bear to watch him die and returns as a ghost to save him. Giselle is the most dramatic and beautiful of ballets and the Royal New Zealand Ballet's brand new production is a must see in 2012. Adult $37.00-$80.00 Child $25.00-$45.00 Senior (65+ with ID)/Student (with ID)/Groups 6+ $33.30 - $72.00. Plus usual service and credit card fees.
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