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Cultural History
Best Actresses To Never Win An Oscar!
UniperThe Academy Awards are designed to recognize the greatest achievements in movies. Each year, huge audiences watch the Oscars, and the results can make or break a film's chances at success. They also have a huge impact on the careers … Continue reading
1950 – Life In America 75 Years Ago
Private VenueJourney to 1950, a defining year of post-war America, when optimism soared and new challenges emerged. The Baby Boom was reshaping family life, and suburban living became the American ideal. Television became the centerpiece of entertainment, with early shows like … Continue reading
Best Actors Never to Win an Oscar
UniperAmerica has been in love with the movies for over 100 years. And every year the race for the Oscar is closely watched by movie fans around the world. Winning the Academy award connotes something special in the history of … Continue reading
Brian Stokes Mitchell
Private VenueJoin us on Tuesday, July 9th at 6:30 PM for a fast, fun, and fascinating multimedia presentation celebrating the legendary Brian Stokes Mitchell! Whether you're a Broadway aficionado or new to his extraordinary talent, this event promises to be an … Continue reading
American Movies Set In Italy
Oak Brook Senior Center 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesItaly! Italy is a beautiful country - the weather and the colors are as warm as the people. Diane Lane Glows "Under The Tuscan Sun" Americans are welcomed in every part of the country. Whether tourists want to admire the … Continue reading
The Swinging, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra – Part One
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldFrank 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 impressive record on Civil Rights. In this brand-new multimedia presentation, I will … Continue reading
Steve Allen: Renaissance Man of Late-Night Television
ZoomSteve Allen: Renaissance Man of Late-Night Television The Tonight Show has been a mainstay of American life for over 50 years. Each of the permanent hosts has stamped American culture in unique, distinctive, and memorable ways. Who was the greatest … Continue reading
Steve Allen: Renaissance Man of Late-Night Television (PM)
ZoomSteve Allen: Renaissance Man of Late-Night Television The Tonight Show has been a mainstay of American life for over 50 years. Each of the permanent hosts has stamped American culture in unique, distinctive, and memorable ways. Who was the greatest … Continue reading
The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago
Private Venue“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” Chicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best … Continue reading
Julia Child: Spy And Chef
UniperJulia Child: Spy And Chef In 1963, Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV! Her program "The French Chef" was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen, intact, as a permanent exhibit! Julia Child changed … Continue reading