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South Pacific – A Multimedia Presentation on South Pacific
ZoomSouth Pacific is one of the greatest works of musical theater ever created. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's masterpiece combines a unique and fascinating story of American nurses and GI on a remote island during World War II with an … Continue reading
The History Of CBS
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesThe 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 it's earliest days, CPS prided itself earliest … Continue reading
The King And I
Zoom"The King and I " is one of the most beloved musicals of all time. The gorgeous music, sumptuous sets, phenomenal costumes, and a fascinating storyline all combine to make The King and I a musical that has had decades … Continue reading
Sister Aimee: The Unbelievable But True Tale Of Aimee Semple McPherson
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesSister Aimee: The Unbelievable But True Tale Of Aimee Semple McPherson You may not know the story of Aimee Semple McPherson – but that is all the more reason to come to this absolutely unique, fascinating multimedia presentation.I consider this … Continue reading
The History Of ABC
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThe youngest of the big three broadcasting networks, the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), began as an offshoot of NBC and was for decades mired in third place in the ratings. That began to change when Walt Disney stepped in. Disney … Continue reading
Grace Kelly – American Royalty
Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, ILGrace Kelly American Royalty Grace Kelly had a short, luminous, and wonderful career as a movie star. She starred alongside some of the most famous leading men of her time, including Gary Cooper (High Noon) William Holden, (The Country Girl, … Continue reading
Medgar Evers: Is It Ever Too Late To Do The Right Thing?
Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United StatesMedgar Evers Is My Hero. Medgar Evers, a brave Civil Rights leader, was assassinated in the driveway of his home, murdered by a Ku Klax Klan leader bent on blood. What offense had Medgar Evers committed? He was trying to register African … Continue reading
1971 – 50 Years Ago
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesOur time capsule is set for 1971 - 50 years ago, This multimedia presentation explores this important, transitional year. We will look at the famous people who were born or died, the major inventions, what things cost, the most popular … Continue reading
Carousel and Cinderella – Rodgers And Hammerstein
ZoomMultimedia presentation about Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel and Cinderella
The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman
New City Library 220 N. Main Street, New City, NY, United StatesThe Life And The Films Of Paul Newman Paul Newman was one of the greatest movie stars of all time. Certainly among the most handsome actors ever to grace the silver screen, Paul Newman's brilliant filmography proved that … Continue reading