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Oscars
Best Actors Never to Win an Oscar
Private VenueAmerica has been in love with the movies for over 100 years. And every year the race for the Oscar is closely watched by movie fans around the world. Winning the Academy award connotes something special in the history of … 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
Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldBarbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter The late Barbara Walters was the first superstar woman television news reporter. Fighting against many barriers, she opened the door for women to be taken seriously as news anchors and news reporters on … Continue reading
Cary Grant
Private VenueCary Grant was one of the most iconic stars in the entire history of classic Hollywood cinema. The man who was born Archibald Leach, made more than 50 films as a leading man and yet never won a competitive Academy … Continue reading
Gene Kelly
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldIt 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
Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield"Singin' In The Rain" has been called the best movie ever that did not win a single Oscar. The remarkable story of how this dazzling musical came to be is both charming and enlightening. We will hear the behind-the-scenes stories … Continue reading
Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter
Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United StatesBarbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter The late Barbara Walters was the first superstar woman television news reporter. Fighting against many barriers, she opened the door for women to be taken seriously as news anchors and news reporters on … Continue reading
Carl Reiner
Private VenueCarl Reiner was one of the funniest men ever to appear, write for, or direct a TV episode! At 97, he was the oldest celebrity active on Twitter - and never contemplating retiring from show business! Join me for a … Continue reading
Unexpected Movie Teams – Delightful Duos Creating Classic Films (PM)
ZoomUnexpected Movie Teams Some movie teams seem inevitable and natural. The Ratpack. Fred and Ginger. 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 … Continue reading
Carl Reiner
Private VenueCarl Reiner was one of the funniest men ever to appear, write for, or direct a TV episode! At 97, he was the oldest celebrity active on Twitter - and never contemplating retiring from show business! Join me for a … Continue reading