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Fred Astaire
Unexpected Movie Teams – Delightful Duos Creating Classic Films
Private VenueUnexpected Movie Teams Some movie teams seem inevitable and natural. But some films boast unexpected movie teams. Did you know that Sidney Poitier and Dan Aykroyd co-starred in a movie Or that Gracie Allen co-starred with Fred Astaire? Sometimes unexpected movie … Continue reading
Fred Astaire – A Life in Film
Harper College - Brookdale Plaza 800 S River Road, Des Plaines, ILFred Astaire is rightfully considered to be the greatest dancer in the history of movies. Although best remembered for his amazing series of films with Ginger Rogers, his career was actually much longer and involved many other partners. What Fred … Continue reading
Unexpected Movie Teams – Delightful Duos Creating Classic Films
Private VenueUnexpected Movie Teams Some movie teams seem inevitable and natural. But some films boast completely unexpected movie teams. For instance, did you know that Sidney Poitier and Robert Redford co-starred in a terrific movie with Dan Aykroyd? Or that ditzy … Continue reading
Gene Kelly
It is one of the single most iconic moments in the history of the movies: Gene Kelly dancing with absolute joy in a rainstorm. That moment showcases so many things - a brilliant dancer and choreographer at the height of his … Continue reading
Gene Kelly
Patty Turner Center 375 Elm Street, Deerfield, United StatesIt is one of the single most iconic moments in the history of the movies: Gene Kelly dancing with absolute joy in a rainstorm. That moment showcases so many things - a brilliant dancer and choreographer at the height of his … Continue reading
George Gershwin
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldIn a very short career, George Gershwin changed American music forever. He was one of the most beloved composers of music for Broadway. his songs and shows continue to be revived on the New York stage and in theaters around … Continue reading
George Gershwin
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesIn a very short career, George Gershwin changed American music forever. He was one of the most beloved composers of music for Broadway. his songs and shows continue to be revived on the New York stage and in theaters around … Continue reading
Gene Kelly
Private VenueIt is one of the single most iconic moments in the history of the movies: Gene Kelly dancing with absolute joy in a rainstorm in Singing In The Rain. That unforgettable moment showcases so many things - a brilliant dancer and … Continue reading
Rita Hayworth – American Royalty
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThe pin-up photo of Rita Hayworth hung above the bunks of World War II American soldiers, airmen and sailors and airmen all over the world. She was called "The Love Goddess" and Fred Astaire declared her his best dance partner. … Continue reading
Rita Hayworth – American Royalty
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesRita Hayworth - American Royalty The pin-up photo of Rita Hayworth hung above the bunks of World War II American soldiers, airmen and sailors and airmen all over the world. She was called "The Love Goddess" and Fred Astaire declared … Continue reading