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Comedy
The Films of Jack Lemmon – Two Part Series
Private VenueJack Lemmon is truly one of the greatest movie stars in the history of Hollywood. Handsome, versatile, charming, and gracious, Jack Lemmon could play any kind of role. In comedies such as "Some like It Hot," "Mr. Roberts," & "The Great … Continue reading
The Life Of Robin Williams
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Dick Van Dyke Show: Leading Television Into The 60s
Glenview Public Library 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, United StatesThe Dick Van Dyke Show is well remembered as one of the wittiest situation comedies in the history of television. What is less well remembered is that it was a deceptive innovator. It contrasts sharply with the situation comedies of … Continue reading
Carol Burnett – Queen Of Comedy
Private VenueCarol Burnett is one of the funniest women ever to star on television. And on Broadway. And in films. She is also, by reputation, one of the nicest, most thoughtful and highly respected women in the history of show … Continue reading
Johnny Carson The King Of Late Night
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Sid Caesar – The Meteoric Career Of A Comic Genius
Private VenueIn the opinion of many critics, the the Sid Caesar programs were the funniest and most creative shows in the history of television comedy. The sheer talent of Sid Caesar is overwhelming - as Carl Reiner, his writer and co-star put … Continue reading
The Life Of Robin Williams
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThe Life Of Robin Williams Robin Williams was one of the funniest comedians of all time. His improvisational skills were almost other-worldly! Yet behind the comic persona lay a complex man Robin Williams - intensely charitable and compassionate, but plagued by insecurity,battling … Continue reading
Carol Burnett – Queen Of Comedy
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Sid Caesar – The Meteoric Career Of A Comic Genius
Addolorata Villa 555 McHenry Rd, Wheeling, ILIn the opinion of many critics, the the Sid Caesar programs were the funniest and most creative shows in the history of television comedy. The sheer talent of Sid Caesar is overwhelming - as Carl Reiner, his writer and co-star put … Continue reading
Kristin Chenoweth – Multi-Talented Performer With A Compassionate Heart
Grand Dominion 3561 Melody St, Mundelein, United StatesKristin Chenoweth is one of the most talented performers in America. She is also one of the nicest people ever to become a major star in show business. Her life story is as unexpected as her talent is overwhelming. Leo Durocher famously … Continue reading