New York City, NY - September 29, 2003 - Internationally famous Mexican charro Geraldo "Jerry" Diaz will entertain audiences each day at the new Metropolitan National Horse Show on October 29 to November 2, 2003. Located at Pier 94 and the Show Piers on the Hudson Complex in Manhattan, the Metropolitan Horse Show will also feature other exciting equestrian action including show jumping and dressage.

"We invited Jerry to return to New York in part because of his tremendous popularity when he last appeared at the 1998 National Horse Show in Madison Square Garden," stated Alan Balch, President of the National Horse Show Association of America. "Jerry's schedule is so busy that we are very lucky to have him with us to inaugurate the Metropolitan National in our new venue."

A charro is a skilled Mexican horseman, with the Charro tradition going back to roots in the 17th century. The charro, who developed the customs, dress, music and equestrian abilities later borrowed by the American cowboy, dresses in traditional costume and is an expert horseman and trick roper. The charro's strict code of honor includes chivalry, high ethics, expert horsemanship, and a dedication to family and charro traditions. Diaz and his horses showcase the charro tradition in an entertaining performance that will delight all spectators.

In addition to his exemplary horsemanship and rope artistry, Diaz is a gifted singer and recording artist. Diaz has performed at the Belmont Horse Fair in Elmont, NY, the National Western Stock Show & Rodeo in Denver, CO, the American Royal Stock Show in Kansas City, MO, the Houston Stock Show in Houston, TX, and at many other top equine events. A former Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Entertainer of the Year, Diaz has appeared on Good Morning America and in numerous television commercials.

Tickets are now on sale for all the Metropolitan National Horse Show, and order forms may be downloaded at the National Horse Show website at www.nhs.org. To order tickets, please write to The National Horse Show Box Office, Pier 92, 711 12th Avenue, NY, 10019 or fax your order form to (917) 591-9082 or (212) 977-8826. At this time, advance orders may only be accepted through the mail or by fax. For further information, you may call the box office at (212) 315-1882 or toll free at (888) 674-2733.

The National Horse Show Association of America (NHSAA) is managing three shows this year. After the Metropolitan National Horse Show, the National Horse Show Indoor Championships will be held at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, NV on November 19 to 23. The final show of the three events organized in 2003 by the National Horse Show Association of America is the National Horse Show Outdoor Championships in Wellington, FL from November 26 to 30. All three shows will be rated "AA" by the national federation. Started in 1883, this is the 120th year for the National Horse Show Association of America.

Further information may be obtained by contacting the National Horse Show Association of America, PO Box 386, Greenvale, NY 11548, telephone (516) 484-1865, e-mail NationalHS@aol.com, or by consulting the official website at www.nhs.org. Additional details may also be obtained by contacting show manager Bob Bell at bbell@classiccompany.com. Media inquiries can be directed to Hallie McEvoy at NationalHSNews@aol.com.