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Cultural History
Jimmy Stewart Film Icon And American Hero
ZoomJimmy Stewart was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time. From 1935 – 1991 he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range has never fully … Continue reading
Jimmy Stewart Film Icon And American Hero
ZoomJimmy Stewart was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time. From 1935 – 1991 he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range has never fully … Continue reading
Sidney Poitier
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldSidney Poitier is, without question, one of the greatest actors in the history of American film. Additionally, Sidney Poitier is the man who broke the color barrier in Hollywood. Like Barack Obama or Jackie Robinson, he was more than just … Continue reading
Henry Fonda
ZoomHenry Fonda was one of the greatest movie actors of all time! In a career that spanned over 50 years, he appeared on Broadway 16 times and made over 100 movie and TV appearances. And so many of his films … Continue reading
Henry Fonda
ZoomHenry Fonda was one of the greatest movie actors of all time! In a career that spanned over 50 years, he appeared on Broadway 16 times and made over 100 movie and TV appearances. And so many of his films … Continue reading
Broadway Comes To Chicago – 2022
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldBroadway In Chicago, the Marriott Lincolnshire, Drury Lane theater, Goodman Theatre, and Steppenwolf Theater (among others) have exciting programs this year for theater lovers. This fast and fascinating multimedia presentation will highlight all of the major shows coming to Chicago … Continue reading
Broadway Comes To Chicago – 2022 (Part 2)
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldBroadway In Chicago, the Marriott Lincolnshire, Drury Lane theater, Goodman Theatre, and Steppenwolf Theater (among others) have exciting programs this year for theater lovers. This fast and fascinating multimedia presentation will highlight all of the major shows coming to Chicago … Continue reading
Gregory Peck
Private VenueIf your mental picture of Gregory Peck is that of a straight-shooting, honest, compassionate, masculine but sensitive man who would always have your back and always stand up for the underdog, you'd be very close to the truth! While far … Continue reading
Broadway 2022
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThe situation on Broadway has been very fluid with some long-running shows closing, new shows opening, and popular shows going on hiatus during outbreaks of COVID. However, Broadway audiences are being treated to some of the best plays and … Continue reading
Walt Disney – Animating America
Private VenueIt is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading