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Brian Stokes Mitchell

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Join 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

The History Of CBS

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The history of CBS offers a panorama of American popular culture in both the 20th and 21st centuries. CBS had long been known as the premier broadcasting network. Founded by William Paley, from its earliest days, CPS prided itself earliest … Continue reading

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Barry’s Broadway Blockbusters Part I

Addolorata Villa 555 McHenry Rd, Wheeling, IL

I am so excited about this program! Barry's Broadway blockbuster, part one, will examine some of the show-stopping moments on Broadway in the last 25 years. In this exciting brand-new program, cultural historian and Broadway maven Barry Bradford presents some … Continue reading

Best Movies Directed By Women – Part I

From 1929 to 2024, 601 movies were nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. Of those, 22 were directed by women. In this exciting, brand-new two-part multimedia presentation, we will examine all 22 fantastic Oscar-nominated best movies directed by women. … Continue reading

Best Movies Directed By Women – Part II

PLEASE NOTE: SPECIAL START TIME OF 6 PM From 1929 to 2024, 601 movies were nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. Of those, 22 were directed by women. In this exciting, brand-new two-part multimedia presentation, we will examine all … Continue reading

Best Movies About Politics

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Politics and the movies are a match made in heaven! Movies need compelling characters, suspenseful plots, unexpected twists, and a  great conclusion. Politics provides all the above and then some! In this remarkable new presentation, Best Movies About Politics, I'll … Continue reading

Barry’s Broadway Blockbusters Part I

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I am so excited about this program! Barry's Broadway blockbuster, part one, will examine some of the show-stopping moments on Broadway in the last 25 years. In this exciting brand-new program, cultural historian and Broadway maven Barry Bradford presents some … Continue reading

The History Of Political Satire

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The History of Political Satire – From Mark Twin To Stephen Colbert “Politicians and diapers should both be changed regularly and for the same reason,” or so said America’s first great political satirist, Mark Twain.  Although the history of political … Continue reading

The History Of NBC

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The 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, always had dreams of … Continue reading