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Cultural History
Meryl Streep
Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United StatesMeryl Streep is widely regarded as one of the greatest movie actresses of all time. This fascinating multimedia presentation will illuminate her extraordinary life and unparalleled career! We tend to think of the "classic era" or "golden age" of Hollywood … Continue reading
TV By The Decades: Television in the 1960s
Private VenueTV in the 1960s The 1960s were definitely one of TV's oddest decades! The 1960s began with Westerns dominating the ratings! The old West soap opera Bonanza became the most popular show on the air. One after another competing show … Continue reading
Barry’s Best Of Broadway
Private VenueAs a professional cultural Historian (and a self-described Broadway fanatic) I have actually seen well over 200 performances on Broadway! I truly love going to the theater in New York City! Accordingly, I make several trips a year to Manhattan … Continue reading
Audra McDonald
Private VenueAudra McDonald is a phenomenally talented singer. Her range is otherworldly! The amazing Audra McDonald has sung everything from Broadway to popular music to opera and earned acclaim at every turn. Audra Mcdonald is also a passionately committed humanitarian, recognized … Continue reading
The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
Private VenueClick here to read more about this amazing story! At the dawn of the 20th century, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! The murderer was already famous and … Continue reading
The History Of NBC
ZoomThe history of NBC is perhaps the most storied and essential in broadcasting history. Its founder, the illustrious David Sarnoff, was the genius who turned a small local radio station into a gigantic, influential multimedia empire; he always had dreams … Continue reading
The History Of NBC (Mid-Day)
ZoomThe history of NBC is perhaps the most storied and essential in broadcasting history. Its founder, the illustrious David Sarnoff, was the genius who turned a small local radio station into a gigantic, influential multimedia empire; he always had dreams … Continue reading
Gene Kelly
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldIt is one of the single most iconic moments in the history of the movies: Gene Kelly dancing with absolute joy in a rainstorm in Singing In The Rain. That unforgettable moment showcases so many things - a brilliant dancer and … Continue reading
The History Of CBS (PM)
ZoomThe history of CBS offers a panorama of American popular culture in both the 20th and 21st centuries. The Columbia Broadcasting System has long been known as the premier broadcasting network. Founded by William Paley, from its earliest days, CBS … Continue reading
The History Of CBS (Mid-Day)
ZoomThe history of CBS offers a panorama of American popular culture in both the 20th and 21st centuries. The Columbia Broadcasting System had long been known as the premier broadcasting network. Founded by William Paley, from its earliest days, CBS … Continue reading