eKIDS Internet Is Presenting Sponsor of ``Pokemon Live!'' Tour.Business EditorsSAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 22, 2000 eKIDS Internet, the Internet, the, international computer network linking together thousands of individual networks at military and government agencies, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, industrial and financial corporations of all sizes, and commercial enterprises world's first and only truly safe, private Internet network for kids, is the official "Pokemon Live!" sponsor for this spectacular national musical theatrical tour. The announcement was made today by El St. John, founder and chief executive officer of SilverTech Inc. and creator of eKIDS Internet. During the 30-city tour, all kids in attendance will receive free eKIDS Internet access See how to access the Internet. discs. Children who wish to use the eKIDS Internet can install the software on their home computers, creating a secure entryway into the private network. Once on the eKIDS Internet network, kids can enjoy an official "Pokemon Live!" eCenter and interact with their favorite characters online with all new Pokemon activities, streaming video A one-way video transmission over a data network. It is widely used on the Web as well as company networks to play video clips and video broadcasts. Computers in home networks stream video to digital media hubs connected to a home theater. footage from "Pokemon Live!," an exclusive (and free) downloadable new song from the stage production, and chats with the Pokemon stage characters. "It is so wonderful for eKIDS Internet to be part of the kid-friendly franchise of Pokemon," stated El St. John. "We are pleased to be able to offer such a public group of characters to kids all over the world who are on our private network designed especially for their enjoyment and education." eKIDS Internet serves as its own ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. and includes a personalized browser and search engine complete with e-mail, chat, games, cartoons, educational materials, news and sports. For a demo and to register for eKIDS Internet, visit www.eKIDSinternet.com. The "Pokemon Live!" stage production, appealing to parents, teens and especially devoted Pokemon fans, will introduce never-before-seen dramatic elements that will enliven en·liv·en tr.v. en·liv·ened, en·liv·en·ing, en·liv·ens To make lively or spirited; animate. en·liv  en·er n. audiences across
the country. The tour begins with previews in Albany, N.Y., on Sept.
15-17, 2000, and is followed by the World Premiere engagement on the
Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall Radio City Music HallNew York City’s famous cinema; home of the Rockettes. [Am. Hist.: NCE, 2338] See : Theater in New York City New York City: see New York, city. New York City City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S. , Sept. 20 to Oct. 1. "Pokemon Live!" will feature many beloved songs from the Pokemon TV series and movies, as well as new songs that are sure to become instant favorites. This innovative and unique production will surprise and excite Pokemon enthusiasts with its imaginative costume designs, captivating cap·ti·vate tr.v. cap·ti·vat·ed, cap·ti·vat·ing, cap·ti·vates 1. To attract and hold by charm, beauty, or excellence. See Synonyms at charm. 2. Archaic To capture. special effects and larger than life larg·er than life adj. Very impressive or imposing: "This is a person of surpassing integrity; a man of the utmost sincerity; somewhat larger than life" Joyce Carol Oates. Pokemon characters. Pikachu, Meowth, Jigglypuff, and many more Pokemon will be on hand to take the audience on an amazing journey through the Pokemon universe. SilverTech Inc., creator of Private Internet Engine technology, was founded in February 1997 by former telecommunications executive El St. John to bring private networks initially to kids, and then to government agencies, private industries, individuals and communities of interest around the world. Today SilverTech Inc. has forged strategic relationships with Hewlett-Packard, Cisco, AboveNet, Ask Jeeves, Headbone Interactive and others. SilverTech's patented technology is being used for other vertical private environments -- legal, medical, universities and financial -- being customized and licensed for private networks globally. The eKIDS Internet is SilverTech's inaugural effort using its P.I.E. technology. For more information, visit www.silvertechinc.com and www.eKIDSinternet.com. |
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