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Cultural History
1945
ZoomJoin me in our time capsule for this amazing look back at one of the most important years in the history of the world: 1945. In 1945 World War II finally came to an end. After the deaths of both … Continue reading
Meghan Markle And Wallis Simpson – American Royalty
ZoomThe scandalous relationship between Wallis SImpson and Prince Edward led to a Royal abdication and quite nearly brought down the British Monarchy. The engagement of American actress, model and philanthropist Meghan Markle to Prince Harry of Great Britain caused many … Continue reading
Holiday Inn The Irving Berlin Musical
Algonquin Area Public Library District 2600 Harnish Dr. , lgonquin, IL 60102Come and celebrate the holidays with Holiday Inn The Irving Berlin Musical, featuring music from the incomparable Irving Berlin! "Holiday Inn" is a brand-new stage adaptation of the timeless 1942 Irving Berlin omnibus musical movie. That classic film starred Fred Astaire and … Continue reading
The Swinging, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra – Part One
ZoomREGISTRATION IS CLOSED - IF YOU CANNOT GET IN THE ROOM DUE TO AN OVERFLOW, EMAIL ME AND I WILL SET A MAKEUP TIME! Frank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. He … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2020 in Review/Predictions for 2021
Cook Memorial Library 413 N. Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, United StatesThis is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early!fast In early December of each year, I present a look back at … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2020 in Review/Predictions for 2021
Private VenueThis is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early!fast In early December of each year, I present a look back at … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2020 in Review/Predictions for 2021
Private VenueThis is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early!fast In early December of each year, I present a look back at … Continue reading
Holiday Inn The Irving Berlin Musical
Algonquin Area Public Library District 2600 Harnish Dr. , lgonquin, IL 60102Come and celebrate the holidays with Holiday Inn The Irving Berlin Musical, featuring music from the incomparable Irving Berlin! "Holiday Inn" is a brand-new stage adaptation of the timeless 1942 Irving Berlin omnibus musical movie. That classic film starred Fred Astaire and … Continue reading
The Swinging, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra – Part Two
ZoomFrank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. He was one of a kind! Click here to read about his amazing record on Civil Rights. In this brand-new multimedia presentation I will trace … Continue reading
The Marx Brothers
ZoomThe Marx Brothers were much, much better than you remember! Their humor uplifted American spirits during the Depression and established new standards for comedy. The Marx Brothers combination of odd and unique talents, including a harp playing mime, a Jewish … Continue reading