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SUMMARY:Sidney Poitier
DESCRIPTION:Sidney Poitier is\, without question\, one of the greatest actors in the history of American film. \nAdditionally\, Sidney Poitier is the man who broke the color barrier in Hollywood. Like Barack Obama or Jackie Robinson\, he was more than just a symbol. He was a man of great talent\, skill and accomplishment. His success was not only his\, but a reminder of how America had squelched the talents of so many talented citizens.  \nMany fans of the “Golden Era” of “classic films” – including myself – have had to come to grips with the racist\, segregationist nature of those movies. Judy Garland\, Fred Astaire and Cary Grant were great actors and their films remain wildly enjoyable. But look at the films as a whole and you will see the leading roles are all played by white actors. Black actors appear as slaves\, domestics\, field hands\, or drivers. As great as Garland\, Astaire and Grant were\, it’s important to remember they were given opportunities denied to Lena Horne\, the Nicholas Brothers or any black man before Sidney Poitier. The racism of classic Hollywood denied us from appreciating some great talent. Just as the quality of baseball became better when it integrated\, so did movies improve after Sidney Poitier helped open the door. A society is stronger when all its citizens can participate. \n \nHowever\, his career should not be seen only as historic and groundbreaking. He was a great actor! Sidney Poitier\, in his best roles\, was simply magnificent. \nWatch “The Defiant Ones\,” “Blackboard Jungle\,” “Lillies Of The Field\,” “In The Heat Of The Night\,” “To Sir\, With Love\,” and “A Patch Of Blue” and you see a great actor at the top of his game. You can even see him in a movie with Dan Aykroyd! Poitier could be as suave as Cary Grant\, as intense as Humphrey Bogart\, as relatable as Jimmy Stewart. And unlike those other great actors\, Sidney Poitier went on to have a fabulous director of money making movies! \nJoin us for a fascinating multimedia look at the life and career of the great Sidney Poitier! \nCOST: \nI am asking for a suggested contribution of $5.00 from everyone who registers for the class. PLEASE MARK “POITIER” in the subject line on your check or e-payment! If you are interested but cannot afford the donation\, please sign up! I am unemployed\, so I understand the financial strain of the crisis! If you can pay\, it is most appreciated as I care for my family. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nBarry1776@aol.com \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nZOOM REGISTRATION – REQUIRED!\nIf you do not get a confirmation email directly from Zoom\, check your Spam folder. They are generated automatically – they do not come from me! SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! \nSeats Available: 50 of 100 \n\nWhen: Jun 19\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcodOuorzouHdR2YIUWQq6s0CIYeLRO0Xwm \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/poitier-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Civil Rights,Cultural History
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Mel Brooks
DESCRIPTION:IMPORTANT – THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. SORRY! \nMel Brooks wrote\, directed and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! \nAs a TV writer\, working for the great Sid Caesar\, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV show of all time. He then\, along with Buck Henry\, created “Get Smart\,” one of the most popular TV comedies ever! \nWith Carl Reiner\, he made some of the funniest recordings of all time. \nAn\, as if that wasn’t enough\, Mel Brooks wrote \n one of the funniest Broadway musicals of all time. As a performer\, writer\, composer\, director and producer\, Mel Brooks has created a comic legacy that will stand the test of time. And\, at age 93\, he is not even contemplating!ing retirement! \nGet ready to laugh as we take a fascinating multimedia presentation  looking at the laughs\, life and legacy of one of the funniest men ever – the one and only Mel Brooks! \nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/mel-brooks-8/
LOCATION:Aspen Drive Library\, 701 Aspen Drive\, Vernon Hills\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Mel Brooks
DESCRIPTION:Mel Brooks wrote\, directed and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! \nAs a TV writer\, working for the great Sid Caesar\, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV show of all time. He then\, along with Buck Henry\, created “Get Smart\,” one of the most popular TV comedies ever! \nWith Carl Reiner\, he made some of the funniest recordings of all time. \nAn\, as if that wasn’t enough\, Mel Brooks wrote \n one of the funniest Broadway musicals of all time. As a performer\, writer\, composer\, director and producer\, Mel Brooks has created a comic legacy that will stand the test of time. And\, at age 93\, he is not even contemplating!ing retirement! \nGet ready to laugh as we take a fascinating multimedia presentation  looking at the laughs\, life and legacy of one of the funniest men ever – the one and only Mel Brooks! \nCOST: \nI am asking for a suggested contribution of $5.00 from everyone who registers for the class. PLEASE MARK “”BROOKS 2” in the subject line on your check or e-payment! If you are interested but cannot afford the donation\, please sign up! I am unemployed\, so I understand the financial strain of the crisis! If you can pay\, it is most appreciated as I care for my family. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nBarry1776@aol.com \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nZOOM REGISTRATION – REQUIRED!\nIf you do not get a confirmation email directly from Zoom\, check your Spam folder. They are generated automatically – they do not come from me! SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! \nSeats Available: 32 of 100 \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Jun 26\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcudemtqjwsHtUjre9XNqtvvg8Hukxj4PUC \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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