Tuesday, November 18 My Conversations with Composer John Kander Author of Ensemble: An Oral History of Chicago Theater and Working in the 21st Century , Mark Larson explores the life and works of Broadway composer John Kander, who is celebrated for iconic musicals such as Chicago and Cabaret as well as the song “New York, New York.” For his new book, I Have Something to Tell You , Larson conducted multiple weekly interviews with the 98-year-old Kander. In this class, he will share clips from these conversations, along with musical excerpts from Kander’s shows. Tuesday, November 25 Dressing the Stars Thanks to the talented costume designers working in the studio system, film stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age channeled glamour and influenced fashion. Join film historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she discusses classic Hollywood’s top costume designers, iconic costumes, and the legacy of these designs today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips and captivating stories. Tuesday, December 2 Food in the Midwest: More Interesting Than You May Think Food historian Cynthia Clampitt explores the evolution of the remarkable diversity and abundance of Midwestern food. Between 1850 and 1910, the Midwest grew faster than any other region in history. Multitudes escaping war, poverty and famine came from China, Europe, Mexico and other regions of the U.S. Indigenous foods and new cuisines were introduced and blended. The food culture of a region famed for abundance became hard to define—but worth exploring— because of its variety. Tuesday, December 9 Sakura Tales: Stories and Folklore of Japan Japanese folk tales sparkle with magic, wisdom and humor, and they have come down through the ages because they tell us something true about being human. Learn about Japanese folklore and culture as you listen to storyteller Anne Shimojima tell stories of the oral tradition. You’ll hear about supernatural creatures, ghost stories, animal antics, elder stories, creation stories and a legend from Lafcadio Hearn. These stories have lasted for hundreds of years and How to Lower Your Carbon Footprint Today T. Manning will focus on ways to lower the carbon footprint of individuals and households. Using a framework developed by a cutting-edge green consultancy, he’ll examine more than 20 ways to lessen our impact on the earth. Whether that means carpooling, composting, eating less meat or simply adjusting the thermostat, you will learn that small shifts in behavior can lead to big greenhouse gas reductions without spending $75,000 on an electric vehicle. still delight listeners today. Tuesday, December 16
Tuesday, October 14 Snoopy, Sparky and Peanuts: The Life of Charles M. Schulz
Charles M. Schulz, nicknamed, “Sparky,” was the genius cartoonist famously known for his creation of the Peanuts comic strips. Schulz brought to life the beloved characters of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy and all their friends, ushering them into the hearts and homes of Americans everywhere. Historical presenter Jim Gibbons will discuss the life of Charles M. Schulz and his creation of the classic Peanuts’ characters and storylines that became part of American culture. Tuesday, October 21 A Family Divided: Supporters versus Detractors of a Messianic Figure William Dean Howells’ fictional The Leatherwood God is based on actual events following an 1828 religious revival in rural Ohio, where an unkempt itinerant preacher claimed to be the Messiah. This declaration spurred a family feud among the alleged Messiah’s adherents and disparagers. The lecturer Dan Reid , who descended from folks on both sides of the conflict, brings an engaging lecture that intertwines family history, civic ruptures, and religious turmoil while exploring this fascinating episode from the young American nation. PASSAGES SERIES II Fee: $99 Registration is by series only. Lectures meet on Tuesdays, 1-2:30 p.m., ($89 in-district seniors age 60 and above).
No Senior Discount. No Class 11/11. HUM S09, 7 Tue., 10/28-12/16, 1-2:30 p.m. In person at Skokie Campus CRN: 60018
Virtual attendance CRN: 60019 Tuesday, October 28
The Salem Witch Trials and the Power of Fear In 1692, a group of teenage girls began having bizarre fits and claimed that witches in the community were persecuting them. By the end of the year, 20 women and men had been executed for witchcraft. Accusations spiraled out of control, legal safeguards went out the window and fear gained the upper hand. Join Joyce Haworth as she lays out the true story of one of the strangest and most painful
episodes in American history. Tuesday, November 4 Your Front Row Seat to Chicago’s Theatre Awards Ceremony
The annual Jeff Awards are the Chicago area’s version of Broadway’s Tony Awards. Martha Hudak , 25-year Jeff Awards committee member and judge, will present red carpet interviews, musical production numbers from nominated musicals and select presentations from the 57th Jeff Awards ceremony. Founded in 1968, the Jeff Awards is committed to celebrating the vitality of Chicago area theatre by recognizing excellence through its recommendations, awards and honors. Tuesday, November 11 - Veterans Day, No Lecture
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