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Cultural History
Cary Grant
ZoomCary Grant was one of the most iconic stars in the entire history of classic Hollywood cinema. The man who was born Archibald Leach made more than 50 films as a leading man and yet never won a competitive Academy … Continue reading
Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Astor/Vanderbilt)
ZoomDuring the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Warren Buffet. Both are from the top of the … Continue reading
Jimmy Cagney
ZoomJimmy Cagney was many things. He was a world-class dancer, a serious actor, a loyal friend, a radical liberal who became an extremely conservative Republican, a farmer, sailor, and a jockey. Cagney served as a Union President and proudly received … Continue reading
Ask A Broadway Star Anything
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesIf you love theater, this is a fabulous opportunity - your chance to ask a Broadway star anything! Megan Sikora is one of Broadway's most popular performers! She is the first winner of the Chita Rivera Award, given to the … Continue reading
Mel Brooks
Private VenueMel Brooks wrote, directed, and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! As a TV writer, working for the great Sid Caesar, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV … Continue reading
Milton Berle – Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar
ZoomThe Story Of Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar He was known to one and all as simply: "Uncle Miltie." Today we explore the long life and unparalleled career of the one and only Mr. Television - Milton Berle! He … Continue reading
Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller
ZoomDuring the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton. Both are from the top of the … Continue reading
Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Andrew Carnegie)
ZoomDuring the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton. Both are from the top of the … Continue reading
Best Films Never To Win An Oscar
Private VenueWhat do "The Shawshank Redemption," "It's A Wonderful Life," "Vertigo," "The Maltese Falcon," "Dr. Strangelove," & "Double Indemnity" have in common? Two things. First, each is considered to be one of the greatest movies ever made. Second, neither received even … Continue reading
Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, Rachel McAdams
ZoomHollywood's Remarkable Redheads! Three of the greatest living actresses are the remarkable Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, and Rachel McAdams. These young, popular, superb actresses have four amazing traits in common other than their amazing acting ability. Each has just reached … Continue reading