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Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood

College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United States

"Singin' In The Rain" has been called the best movie ever that did not win a single Oscar. Click here to read an article on why this classic movie is so culturally significant! The remarkable story of how this dazzling … Continue reading

Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood

Algonquin Area Public Library District 2600 Harnish Dr. , lgonquin, IL 60102

"Singin' In The Rain" has been called "the very  best movie never to win a single Oscar! It is not only one of the greatest musical ever made - it is one of the greatest movies of any kind!  Click … Continue reading

Gene Kelly

Private Venue

It 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, Northfield

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 her his best dance partner. … Continue reading

Rita Hayworth – American Royalty

College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United States

Rita 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

Fred Astaire – A Life in Film

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

Fred Astaire is rightfully considered by many critics to be the greatest dancer in the history of movies. Although the name of Fred Astaire is inevitably remembered alongside that of the underrated and glamorous singer/dancer Ginger Rogers, his career was … Continue reading

Fred Astaire – A Life in Film

Private Venue

Fred Astaire is rightfully considered by many critics to be the greatest dancer in the history of movies. Although the name of Fred Astaire is inevitably remembered alongside that of the underrated and glamorous singer/dancer Ginger Rogers, his career was … Continue reading

Rita Hayworth – American Royalty

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Rita 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

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Rita Hayworth – American Royalty

Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

Rita 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

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