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Jimmy Stewart – Icon on Film And American Hero

Private Venue

Jimmy Stewart  was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time.  From 1935 – 1991  he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range  has never fully … Continue reading

Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood

Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL

"Singin' In The Rain" has been called America's greatest musical AND 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 … Continue reading

Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau – The Odd Couple Of Comedy!

Private Venue

Individually, they were two of the best screen actors of their generation. Collectively,they were one of the greatest movie teams of all time! Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau Like Fred and Ginger, Tracy and Hepburn, Burns and Allen, when you … Continue reading

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Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood

Private Venue

"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

Walt Disney – Animating America

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

It is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading

Walt Disney – Animating America

Ela Township Senior Center 380 Surryse Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

It is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading

Henry Fonda

Private Venue

Henry Fonda was one of the greatest movie actors of all time! In a career that spanned over 50 years, he appeared on Broadway 16 times and made over 100 movie and TV appearances. And so many of his films … Continue reading

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

The Great Filmmakers: Aaron Sorkin

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

Aaron Sorkin is one of the most important and influential writers of films  and television of the past twenty years. His films include A Few Good Men, The American President, The Social Network, Moneyball, Charlie Wilson's War and Steve Jobs. Each was a … Continue reading

Jimmy Stewart – Icon on Film And American Hero

Private Venue

Jimmy Stewart  was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time.  From 1935 – 1991  he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range  has never fully … Continue reading