Lectures at Hutton House

From the desk of Sal St. George

Hello friends,

I have been scheduled to present a series of four lectures at Hutton House Mansion located at LIU/Post in Brookville this August. Lecture dates are August 7, 14, 21, and 28!

Below you will find a complete description of this very interesting program.

This event HAS NOT been advertised yet, so I thought I’d let you know before seats are sold out.

I am looking forward to presenting these lectures and hope to see you there!

My Best,

Sal                                                    Hutton House Reservations: 516-299-2580

 Hollywood: Fact or Fiction

This course will explore Hollywood’s fascination with biographical films and movies based on actual events. We will examine and dissect the actual historical events and people depicted in the motion picture. We will be armed with the true facts upon which the movie was based. Then we will view the motion picture to determine, and ultimately discuss, where the director and screenwriter “manipulated and altered” the actual facts to suit their film.

A Sal St. George Presentation.

The four motion pictures we will study for true life accuracy are:

Yankee Doodle Dandy – James Cagney’s award winning performance as patriotic song and dance man, George M. Cohan. NOTE: The film won Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role (James Cagney), Best Music, Scoring of a Musical Picture and Best Sound, Recording, Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Walter Huston), Best Director, Best Film Editing for George Amy, Best Picture and Best Writing, Original Story.

The Jolson Story – Larry Park’s dynamic portrayal of popular singer, Al Jolson, made this motion picture a critical and financial success. NOTE: The film won Academy Awards for Best Music, Scoring of a Musical Picture and Best Sound, Recording and was nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Larry Parks), Best Actor in a Supporting Role (William Demarest), Best Cinematography, Color and Best Film Editing.

Topsy Turvy – The story of Gilbert and Sullivan as they prepare to premier their latest opera; The Mikado. NOTE: At the 72nd Academy Awards, Topsy-Turvy received the Academy Award for Best Costume Design and the Academy Award for Makeup, and was nominated for Best Art Direction and Best Original Screenplay.

Cat’s Meow: - Directed by Peter Bogdanovich, the film takes place during a weekend cruise aboard publisher William Randolph Hearst's yacht. Among Heart’s guests are his longtime companion Marion Davies, Charlie Chaplin, director Thomas Ince and Louella Parsons when suddenly there is a murder aboard the vessel. NOTE: Based on historic fact, what actual occurred during that fateful weekend is Hollywood legend.

Lecture dates are August 7, 14, 21, and 28!

Hutton House Reservations: 516-299-2580

St. George Living History Productions, Inc.

631-654-1888

www.salstgeorge.com

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Abbott & Costello meet Rock Hall

From the desk of Sal St. George... Sneak Peak!!!   A new Sal St. George program is being offered at  Rock Hall Museum in Lawrence, Long Island. This August 16th lecture/ film series  has NOT yet been advertised to the general public! In their quarter century together, the popular comedy team of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello successfully conquered vaudeville, radio, Hollywood, and television.  In 1972, playwright Sal St. George had the good fortune of meeting Bud Abbott. During this program, Sal will present a history of the comedy team plus an audio interview with Bud in which he discusses his successful, and at times, turbulent partnership with Lou. This interview has not been heard in 40 years. The evening starts with a “Bring Your Own” outdoor picnic on the beautiful grounds of Rock Hall Museum at 5:00 pm. At 6:00 pm, we will move indoors for our Abbott and Costello lecture and presentation.  Included with the program will be a viewing of the classic Abbott and Costello comedy The Time of Their Lives.   Join us for this lively, informative and entertaining event perfect for the entire family and for Abbott and Costello fans to enjoy Fee: Adults $10, members and seniors $8, children under 12 $5.  Space is limited so be sure to make your reservation early. For reservations and information call 516 239-1157.   Directions to Rock Hall Museum can be found on the web site: http://www.friendsofrockhall.org See you there! Sal  Sal St. George St. George Living History Productions, Inc. 631-654-1888 www.salstgeorge.com

Elizabeth Taylor in Stony Brook

 

From the desk of  Sal St. George

Hello friends,

This is a Sneak Preview of the upcoming Spring Musical Spectacular at the WHMO Cultural Center in Stony Brook.

The special guest star is Miss Elizabeth Taylor!*

As you know, it is First Come, First Served for the best seats for the show. This program has NOT been advertised yet. So make your reservations early to get the best seats available.

Call (631) 689-5888 for reservations and information.

Show dates are as follows:
May 9, 10, 13,14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 28, 29, 30, 31
June 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17

Looking forward to seeing you this Spring!

Our Best,
Mary and Sal

That sparkling Bossa Nova singer, Eydie Gorme,* headlines this musical-comedy Spring Spectacular and look who she has brought with her!
Eydie’s special Guest Star is the glamorous Hollywood Icon, Miss Elizabeth Taylor!

By 1963, Liz has starred in such classic films as National Velvet, Father of the Bride, A Place in the Sun and most recently has won the Academy Award for BUtterfield 8. Now she is in town to publicize her epic motion picture, Cleopatra in which she co-stars with Richard Burton.

Her very public personal life will most certainly be the topic of conversation as well as Liz’s early years as a child actress working under the iron hand of the dictatorial Louis B. Mayer, her life-threatening illnesses and, naturally, her much discussed multiple husbands and divorces.

This program promises to be one you will not want to miss! Join us when Eydie Gorme and Rosie welcome one of America’s Greatest Screen Legends, Elizabeth Taylor!

Sal St. George

St. George Living History Productions, Inc.
631-654-1888
www.salstgeorge.com

*Actor portrayal

Coming to Riverhead Halloween 2014...

 

                                      Upcoming Comedy Lectures

Abbott and Costello Story         March 28^th 12:30 Farmingdale State College

Jack Benny vs Bob Hope          April 13^th  2:30 Center Moriches Library

Jack Benny vs Bob Hope         May 7^th    12:30  Emma Clark Library

Jack Benny vs Bob Hope          May 29^th Garden City Library

A lecture series studying Three classic Redheads: Lucille Ball  May 16, Red Skelton May 23 and Danny Kaye May 30^th. Hutton House LIU/Post Campus

Woody Allen's Bullets Over Broadway

Join me at LIU/CWPost campus on Feb 3^th, 1-3 PM. 

I have decided to create a lecture about Woody Allen’s, Bullets Over Broadway for several reasons.

1-    It is very funny.

2-    It has a great cast. 

3-    And most importantly: 

Woody Allen has taken his movie and adapted it into a brand new Broadway musical which will open in March!

The 1994 motion picture was nominated for seven Academy Awards and is regarded as one of Woody Allen's recent comedy classics.

 

 The Hutton House Lectures
LIU Post
720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, NY 11548
Phone 516-299-2580 | Fax 516-299-4160
Email: hhl@cwpost.liu.edu

Upcoming Comedy Lectures

 

Hello friends,

Here are some upcoming Comedy Lectures for you to enjoy. Hope to see you soon!


Jack Benny and Bob Hope: It's All in the Timing
Georgian Court University  6:00 PM   October 24th


The Honeymooners vs All in the Family
Nov 11th PRIVATE ORGANIZATION

Bud Abbott: The Forgotten Funnyman (The Abbott & Costello Story)
November 13th PRIVATE ORGANIZATION

Bud Abbott: The Forgotten Funnyman (The Abbott & Costello Story)
November 14th Hewlitt Woodmere Library 1:00 PM  FREE
 
Bud Abbott: The Forgotten Funnyman (The Abbott & Costello Story)
December 1st Huntington Library  3:00 PM  FREE

New Programs at Hutton House (LIU/CW Post)

It was a pleasure discussing The Great Dictator, To Be or Not To Be and The Producers at Hutton House last month. (And an extra thank you to those who participated in the Jack Benny/Bob Hope program.)

Our next series of programs is Cinematic Couples:    January 15, 22, 29, from 10-12. 

I think you will find the subject matter interesting. We will dissect three memorable Hollywood couples who made multiple films together. 

Myrna Loy & William Powell

Alan Ladd and Veronica Lake

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

 We will examine their individual careers as well as their on screen, and off screen, relationships.

We will discuss 3 motion pictures that are considered classics in its own genre:  

The Thin Man – mystery; The Blue Dahlia – film noir, and Swing Time – musical.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me at this email address.

In the meanwhile, enjoy the rest of this glorious summer! Hope to see you next year.

Hutton House is located on the campus of LIU/CW Post. 

The Hutton House Lectures
LIU Post
720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, NY 11548
Phone 516-299-2580 | Fax 516-299-4160
Email: hhl@cwpost.liu.edu

Mel Brooks

My favorite Mel Brooks lyrics from The Producers:

It's really no mystery

Whether its politics or history

All you have to know is

Everything is Show Biz!

Ain't it the truth!

Holiday Programs

We are currently preparing Georgian Court University's 12th Annual Holiday Social.
Set within the Georgian Court Mansion you will be whisked back to the 1920's to meet "Mrs. Gould" and her domestic. Together you will be entertaining with music and customs of the period, plus you will meet special guest star "Ruth Etting" who will sing some the songs that made her famous at the Ziegfeld Follies.

Known as "America's sweetheart of song" she introduced songs such as Shine On Harvest Moon, Love Me or Leave Me, Button Up Your Overcoat, and Shaking the Blues Away.

Your holiday visit concludes with a High Tea.


Contact the Office of Conferences & Special Events at 732.987.2263 or specialevents@georgian.edu

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We are also preparing the Ward Melville Historical Organization's Annual Holiday show:

Julie London Welcomes Lucille Ball 

The 1960s come alive with laughter and music when America's First Lady of Television Comedy drops by to visit with Julie and her announcer, Rosie.

Your holiday visit concludes with a High Tea.

Location: WMHO Educational and Cultural Center
631-689-5888

Upcoming Lectures

The Jack Benny/Bob Hope Program: It's All in the Timing

October 24th        6:00 PM     Georgian Court University




The Honeymooners vs All in the Family Throwdown

November 11th   PRIVATE

March 5th   PRIVATE

March 5th   Plainview Old Bethpage Library  7:30 PM



Bud Abbott: The Forgotten Funnyman (The Abbott and Costello Story)

November 13th    PRIVATE

November 14th  Hewlitt Woodmere Library  1:00 PM

December 1st   Huntington Library   3:00 PM

New Programs at Hutton House (LIU/CW Post)

It was a pleasure discussing The Great Dictator, To Be or Not To Be and The Producers at Hutton House last month. (And an extra thank you to those who participated in the Jack Benny/Bob Hope program.)

Our next series of programs is Cinematic Couples:    January 15, 22, 29, from 10-12. 

I think you will find the subject matter interesting. We will dissect three memorable Hollywood couples who made multiple films together. 

Myrna Loy & William Powell

Alan Ladd and Veronica Lake

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

 We will examine their individual careers as well as their on screen, and off screen, relationships.

We will discuss 3 motion pictures that are considered classics in its own genre:  

The Thin Man – mystery; The Blue Dahlia – film noir, and Swing Time – musical.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me at this email address.

In the meanwhile, enjoy the rest of this glorious summer! Hope to see you next year.

Hutton House is located on the campus of LIU/CW Post. 

The Hutton House Lectures
LIU Post
720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, NY 11548
Phone 516-299-2580 | Fax 516-299-4160
Email: hhl@cwpost.liu.edu

Summer Lecture Series

— St. George Living History Productions —

Sal St. George

Our highly successful program, “Bud Abbott: The Forgotten Funnyman” was very well received throughout the past year. We thank you for your support and kind words.

Yes, the Abbott and Costello Story is still available, but in response to numerous requests from audience members and our clients we have developed several new programs exploring the subject of pop culture comedy in the 20th Century. 

Make your reservation now to see the Abbott & Costello program:

Molloy College Farmingdale Campus    516-293-6854               May 22nd    FREE
Emma Clark Memorial Setauket       631-941-4080 x 125     July 3rd        FREE

Bethpage Library                              516-931-3907              July 30th       FREE

— CLASSIC TELEVISION SITCOMS REVISITED —

Comedic Throw-Down Comparing Two Classic TV Sitcoms

All in the Family

vs

The Honeymooners

Funnyman Jackie Gleason was originally approached by All in the Family creator Norman Lear to portray the bigoted loud mouth Archie Bunker. Explore how both programs became ground-breaking comedy classics in two opposite directions.

Make Your Reservation Now:

Long Beach Jewish Center        516-536-4286                  May 28th
Longwood Library                    (631) 924-6400 x250        June 5th
Sachem Library                        588-5024 x 247                August 7th

— BOB HOPE & JACK BENNY —

It’s all in the timing…

Jack Benny was the acknowledged master of comedic timing.

Bob Hope was the acknowledged master of comedic timing.

Yet their comedy styles were polar opposites of one another.

Benny excelled in delivering his material with ease; he could do more with a gesture than most comedians could do with an entire monologue.

From the early days of his illustrious career Hope’s style was that of the brash, fast talking comedian. His quick wit and self-deprecating humor made Bob Hope America’s most celebrated and decorated comedian of our time. Opposite styles with one common result: they were two very funny men! Relive their lives and their humor in this entertaining examination of two of America’s most beloved Comedy Icons.

Make Your Reservation Now:

Gold Coast Public Library      516-759-8300            June 23rd    FREE
Oceanside Library                516-766-2360 x 305    July 24th     FREE
Comsewogue Library             631-928-1212 x57       July 26th    FREE



If you belong to a group or organization and would like to bring one of Sal's programs to your location, contact us! We would love to speak with you!

St. George Living History Productions

631-654-1888

www.salstgeorge.com

Sneak Peak

Rehearsal of new show... The story of Dick Van Dyke!

Make Reservations: 631 – 689 – 5888

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