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Irving Berlin Holiday Inn

Addolorata Villa 555 McHenry Rd, Wheeling, IL

Come 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 great Irving Berlin omnibus musical movie. That classic film starred Fred Astaire … Continue reading

Edward R. Murrow: The Legend, The Man, The Impact

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Edward R. Murrow Murrow at CBS With a demagogue attacking anyone who criticized him, newsman Edward R. Murrow bravely replied: "The actions of the junior Senator from Wisconsin have caused alarm and dismay amongst our allies abroad, and given considerable … Continue reading

The Many Faces of Danny Kaye

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The Many Faces of Danny Kaye He was a brilliant comic. He sang well enough to do duets with Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, and Beverly Sills. Danny Kaye danced beautifully with Vera-Ellen, often considered the best technical dancer in the … Continue reading

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TV History Of The West Wing (AM)

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The West Wing is one of the most critically acclaimed television shows of all time. LIVE ON ZOOM The brainchild of Aaron Sorkin reminded us that many people who go into government do so because they care deeply about our … Continue reading

TV History Of The West Wing (PM)

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The West Wing is one of the most critically acclaimed television shows of all time. LIVE ON ZOOM The brainchild of Aaron Sorkin reminded us that many people who go into government do so because they care deeply about our … Continue reading

Gracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius

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Gracie Allen is one of the funniest women ever to perform in American theater, radio, television, and film. And yet, if I asked you to name the greatest comediennes of all time, you would probably mention names like Lucille Ball, … Continue reading

Aaron Sorkin On TV (AM)

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Aaron Sorkin created four fascinating television shows. When we think about Aaron Sorkin on TV, our minds jump to “The West Wing.” It is rightfully considered one of the most outstanding television programs ever to air. In this fun, fast, … Continue reading

Aaron Sorkin On TV

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Aaron Sorkin created four fascinating television shows. When we think about Aaron Sorkin on TV, our minds jump to “The West Wing.” It is rightfully considered one of the most outstanding television programs ever to air. We will look at … Continue reading