"Have a Holly Jolly Christmas" with the Animation of Rankin and Bass December 4, 2003

"Pioneering producers Arthur Rankin, Jr., and Jules Bass presented their groundbreaking stop-motion animation television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer in 1964 and have entertained every generation since with over thirty animated television specials. TV Guide included three of their Christmas specials, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town, and Frosty the Snowman in their "Ten Best Classic Family Holiday Specials" list. Arthur Rankin, Jr., will discuss his early work with stop-motion animation, his relationship with partner Jules Bass, and how the pair created such enduring programs." $15