TV in the 1980s

Dramas began to show a much more modern style, moving away from the predictable, bland formulaic cop and doctor shows popular in the 1970s. Hill Street Blues, LA Law, 30 Something,  & St. Elsewhere were each terrific in and of themselves. But they are popular and artistic success also points to a more mature era of television dramas.

Finally, the 1980s were the heyday of must-see evening television soaps. Falcon Crest, Dallas, Knots Landing & Dynasty garnered phenomenal ratings and mesmerized many viewers. This multimedia presentation will explore what we watched and why we watched it in a transitional decade for American television.

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PLEASE NOTE! This is a live and in-person presentation. The registration fee includes a lovely lunch! Registration info is below! The cost is $22 through the wonderful Niles Senior Center!

The fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure – and rightly so! Up until her death at 99, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty, working, and happy, Betty White it’s a beacon of positivity even in difficult times!

Did you know that at a key moment in her career, she risked her job to stand up for Civil Rights?

Betty White was voted one of America’s most beloved entertainers year in and year out.  In 2018, she was chosen as the most trusted person in America! You know her as the seemingly sweet we but secretly scheming sexpot Sue Anne Nivens on the iconic  “Mary Tyler Moore Show,” the endearing, naïve, and trusting Rose Nyland on the classic  “Golden Girls,” and the outrageous and somewhat loopy Elka Ostrovsky on ” Hot in Cleveland.”

Betty White has been a staple on talk shows, a host and panelist on game shows, and has even performed in some popular movies, including one classic film drama about politics in which she played a U.S. Senator!

You may not know that Betty White was a pioneer in the early days of television, being the first woman to produce her own show!  The amazing Ms. White is a best-selling author and tireless advocate for animals. Most importantly, she is widely considered one of the nicest people in all show business. This warm, charming, and funny presentation is loaded with hilarious video clips and great stories about the one and only Betty White.

The post Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma appeared first on Speaking For A Change.

The fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure – and rightly so! Up until her death at 99, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty, working, and happy, Betty White it’s a beacon of positivity even in difficult times!

Did you know that at a key moment in her career, she risked her job to stand up for Civil Rights?

Betty White was voted one of America’s most beloved entertainers year in and year out.  In 2018, she was chosen as the most trusted person in America! You know her as the seemingly sweet we but secretly scheming sexpot Sue Anne Nivens on the iconic  “Mary Tyler Moore Show,” the endearing, naïve, and trusting Rose Nyland on the classic  “Golden Girls,” and the outrageous and somewhat loopy Elka Ostrovsky on ” Hot in Cleveland.”

Betty White has been a staple on talk shows, a host and panelist on game shows, and has even performed in some popular movies, including one classic film drama about politics in which she played a U.S. Senator!

You may not know that Betty White was a pioneer in the early days of television, being the first woman to produce her own show!  The amazing Ms. White is a best-selling author and tireless advocate for animals. Most importantly, she is widely considered one of the nicest people in all show business. This warm, charming, and funny presentation is loaded with hilarious video clips and great stories about the one and only Betty White.

REGISTRATION: Call the Niles Senior Center! A lovely lunch is included in the price.

The post Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma appeared first on Speaking For A Change.

PLEASE NOTE! This is a live and in-person presentation. The registration fee includes a lovely lunch! Registration info is below! The cost is $22 through the wonderful Niles Senior Center!

The fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure – and rightly so! Up until her death at 99, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty, working, and happy, Betty White it’s a beacon of positivity even in difficult times!

Did you know that at a key moment in her career, she risked her job to stand up for Civil Rights?

Betty White was voted one of America’s most beloved entertainers year in and year out.  In 2018, she was chosen as the most trusted person in America! You know her as the seemingly sweet we but secretly scheming sexpot Sue Anne Nivens on the iconic  “Mary Tyler Moore Show,” the endearing, naïve, and trusting Rose Nyland on the classic  “Golden Girls,” and the outrageous and somewhat loopy Elka Ostrovsky on ” Hot in Cleveland.”

Betty White has been a staple on talk shows, a host and panelist on game shows, and has even performed in some popular movies, including one classic film drama about politics in which she played a U.S. Senator!

You may not know that Betty White was a pioneer in the early days of television, being the first woman to produce her own show!  The amazing Ms. White is a best-selling author and tireless advocate for animals. Most importantly, she is widely considered one of the nicest people in all show business. This warm, charming, and funny presentation is loaded with hilarious video clips and great stories about the one and only Betty White.

REGISTRATION: Call the Niles Senior Center! A lovely lunch is included in the price.

The post Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma appeared first on Speaking For A Change.

PLEASE NOTE! This is a live and in-person presentation. The registration fee includes a lovely lunch! Registration info is below! The cost is $22 through the wonderful Niles Senior Center!

The fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure – and rightly so! Up until her death at 99, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty, working, and happy, Betty White it’s a beacon of positivity even in difficult times!

Did you know that at a key moment in her career, she risked her job to stand up for Civil Rights?

Betty White was voted one of America’s most beloved entertainers year in and year out.  In 2018, she was chosen as the most trusted person in America! You know her as the seemingly sweet we but secretly scheming sexpot Sue Anne Nivens on the iconic  “Mary Tyler Moore Show,” the endearing, naïve, and trusting Rose Nyland on the classic  “Golden Girls,” and the outrageous and somewhat loopy Elka Ostrovsky on ” Hot in Cleveland.”

Betty White has been a staple on talk shows, a host and panelist on game shows, and has even performed in some popular movies, including one classic film drama about politics in which she played a U.S. Senator!

You may not know that Betty White was a pioneer in the early days of television, being the first woman to produce her own show!  The amazing Ms. White is a best-selling author and tireless advocate for animals. Most importantly, she is widely considered one of the nicest people in all show business. This warm, charming, and funny presentation is loaded with hilarious video clips and great stories about the one and only Betty White.

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