This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Attendees will see the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. With a combination of great acting, an unforgettable story and setting, world events taking place during the filmmaking, Michael Curtiz’s great direction and because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. Film highlights and soundtrack music are included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display. For more information, please contact the Commack Public Library at (631) 499-0888

Raised as a privileged, cultured and refined New York City boy, he endured a difficult childhood, learned drama from the ground up, married multiple times and played gangster roles that were the complete opposite of his real personality. An unlikely leading man, he was one of the greatest talents to grace the silver screen and remains an icon today. Attendees will see why he was voted the Number One leading man of all time. After the lecture, attendees will screen Bogie in a rare comedic television appearance! Autograph, memorabilia and book displays are included with this presentation.

Groucho Marx was a “one of a kind” film personality but by the late 1940’s his career was at a depressing standstill. The Marx Brothers were no longer making films, his own radio programs had not succeeded and his career consisted of guest appearances on other stars’ shows. In 1947, Producer John Guedel witnessed Groucho go toe to toe with Bob Hope adlibbing much of his dialogue during a guest spot on Hope’s program. Guedel thought Groucho would be wonderful using that ability on a radio program and so “You Bet Your Life” was born! The show ran for thirteen years on radio, eleven years on television and became a staple in syndication for many years. With this Power Point presentation, attendees will learn the answers to many questions, such as, “Did Groucho have a script?”, “Were the contestants screened in advance?” and “Why was this this successful show cancelled?” After the presentation, attendees will view various clips from the show’s vaults, including the segment that launched a successful film career, a parody and rare outtakes. This presentation also includes an autograph, memorabilia and book display. Get ready for Groucho’s amazing wit and the audience may learn a few quiz facts along the way as well!

See how these real life brothers overcame poverty in New York City, grueling vaudeville tours, Broadway fame and became stars of radio, film and television. The world has never seen anything like THESE guys and never will again! As funny as they are on the screen they were even wilder in real life. Very different off screen, they jelled like no other brother act in history in creating mayhem and belly laughs. Groucho is still quoted and imitated today! And yes, Zeppo is included, as are film highlights, as well as an autograph, book and memorabilia display.

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Attendees will see the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. Partly due to the great acting, partly due to world events taking place during the filmmaking, partly because of Michael Curtiz’s great direction and partly because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. Soundtrack music is included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

In demand every year, attendees will see why the first and original Long Island program of this film is one of my most popular and draws large crowds. It has been called the most entertaining, unique and thorough analysis of the film and it’s stars to date. As the Co-Grand Sheik of the Long Island Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a “The Sons of the Desert”), I have a very special love and appreciation for this film. Known by two names (either “Babes in Toyland” or as “March of the Wooden Soldiers”), attendees will learn the back story to the making of this holiday classic including special effects, on set accidents and the incident that eventually led to “The Boys” leaving Hal Roach studios. Film highlights of the film will be screened in a colorized version (as Stan Laurel wanted the film to be shot in color) after the Power Point presentation. This film is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and still entertains children and adults today! Insight, laughs, music and a rousing finish will make for a wonderful afternoon of fun. Original soundtrack music is included as is an autograph, memorabilia and book display.

In demand every year, attendees will see why the first and original Long Island program of this film is one of my most popular and draws large crowds. It has been called the most entertaining, unique and thorough analysis of the film and it’s stars to date. As the Co-Grand Sheik of the Long Island Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a “The Sons of the Desert”), I have a very special love and appreciation for this film. Known by two names (either “Babes in Toyland” or as “March of the Wooden Soldiers”), attendees will learn the back story to the making of this holiday classic including special effects, on set accidents and the incident that eventually led to “The Boys” leaving Hal Roach studios. Film highlights of the film will be screened in a colorized version (as Stan Laurel wanted the film to be shot in color) after the Power Point presentation. This film is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and still entertains children and adults today! Insight, laughs, music and a rousing finish will make for a wonderful afternoon of fun. Original soundtrack music is included as is an autograph, memorabilia and book display.

In demand every year, attendees will see why the first and original Long Island program of this film is one of my most popular and draws large crowds. It has been called the most entertaining, unique and thorough analysis of the film and it’s stars to date. As the Co-Grand Sheik of the Long Island Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a “The Sons of the Desert”), I have a very special love and appreciation for this film. Known by two names (either “Babes in Toyland” or as “March of the Wooden Soldiers”), attendees will learn the back story to the making of this holiday classic including special effects, on set accidents and the incident that eventually led to “The Boys” leaving Hal Roach studios. Film highlights of the film will be screened in a colorized version (as Stan Laurel wanted the film to be shot in color) after the Power Point presentation. This film is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and still entertains children and adults today! Insight, laughs, music and a rousing finish will make for a wonderful afternoon of fun. Original soundtrack music is included as is an autograph, memorabilia and book display.

This is the Laurel and Hardy film that everyone remembers! When presenting my lecture on Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, I am always asked about “The film with the piano.” The plot for this classic is simple - Laurel and Hardy move a piano up a very long set of exterior stairs. This simple premise explodes with laughter. Now, here is the lecture that not only gives you their longest “short” film, it clocks in at twenty nine minutes, but also the background to the making of the film as well as its origins in the “lost” Laurel and Hardy silent film, “Hats Off”. Attendees will enjoy a laugh filled morning with the only Laurel and Hardy film to win the Academy Award for “Best Short Subject.” It is amazing that this classic laugh-getter is almost one hundred years old with the first Long Island lecture to present this film! A second Laurel and Hardy short “Helpmates”, will also be screened. An autograph, book and memorabilia display is included.

In demand every year, attendees will see why the first and original Long Island program of this film is one of my most popular and draws large crowds. It has been called the most entertaining, unique and thorough analysis of the film and it’s stars to date. As the Co-Grand Sheik of the Long Island Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a “The Sons of the Desert”), I have a very special love and appreciation for this film. Known by two names (either “Babes in Toyland” or as “March of the Wooden Soldiers”), attendees will learn the back story to the making of this holiday classic including special effects, on set accidents and the incident that eventually led to “The Boys” leaving Hal Roach studios. Film highlights of the film will be screened in a colorized version (as Stan Laurel wanted the film to be shot in color) after the Power Point presentation. This film is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and still entertains children and adults today! Insight, laughs, music and a rousing finish will make for a wonderful afternoon of fun. Original soundtrack music is included as is an autograph, memorabilia and book display.

In demand every year, attendees will see why the first and original Long Island program of this film is one of my most popular and draws large crowds. It has been called the most entertaining, unique and thorough analysis of the film and it’s stars to date. As the Co-Grand Sheik of the Long Island Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a “The Sons of the Desert”), I have a very special love and appreciation for this film. Known by two names (either “Babes in Toyland” or as “March of the Wooden Soldiers”), attendees will learn the back story to the making of this holiday classic including special effects, on set accidents and the incident that eventually led to “The Boys” leaving Hal Roach studios. Film highlights of the film will be screened in a colorized version (as Stan Laurel wanted the film to be shot in color) after the Power Point presentation. This film is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and still entertains children and adults today! Insight, laughs, music and a rousing finish will make for a wonderful afternoon of fun. Original soundtrack music is included as is an autograph, memorabilia and book display.

The world’s most famous comedy team will be covered from their humble beginnings, to their teaming on screen and later, the sad end to their prolific careers and their final tours of the British Isles. This is the comedy team that all other teams aspire to be! You may be surprised to learn who was the driving force behind their on screen magic. You will learn about their lives and careers and, as I am co-Sheik (President) of the Long Island Chapter of the “Sons of the Desert”, you will also learn about the organization that honors them as well. Together, they made over one hundred films and in this program you will screen some of their most famous comedy short subjects and highlights and experience why they still make people laugh for almost one hundred years. A truly unique presentation with a large memorabilia (including rare World War 2 newspapers), book, Laurel and Hardy music and autograph display to enhance your experience. This program continues to draw large audiences and laughs whenever it is presented. For more information, please contact the Commack Public Library at (631) 499-0888

The heart warming Christmas classic, Miracle on 34th Street, will be presented to attendees with the complete background story of how it was shot with real New York locations and used the actual Thanksgiving Day Parade. If you don’t believe in Santa, you will after seeing this film! Starring Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O'Hara, John Payne and Gene Lockhart and a wonderful supporting cast, this timeless black and white film will fill your heart with holiday cheer. Some of the stars did not want to make the film, but were certainly happy they did. And, believe it or not, when first released, it wasn’t even advertised as a Christmas film! So sit back and enjoy this timeless holiday tale that continues to make Christmas magic for adults and children! Included are film highlights as well as a book, memorabilia and autograph display. And you will learn that the film has a rare tie to Long Island that still exists today!

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend.

After the lecture, you can tour the museum to examine the beautiful building and the wonderful works of art!

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Before screening film highlights, attendees will see the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. Partly due to the great acting, partly due to world events taking place during the filmmaking, partly because of Michael Curtiz’s great direction and partly because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. Soundtrack music is included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

This lecture is the first on Long Island to discuss these two classic holiday animated specials. As of the writing of this description, both specials are no longer on “Free television” and are difficult to find on “Pay television”. With this presentation, attendees will learn the background of the making of both of these animated specials and then will enjoy a screening of both! “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” will still warm your heart as they did when first broadcast in the mid 1960’s. This presentation includes a book, memorabilia and autograph display. And if time permits, some rare vintage Christmas cartoons will also be included. For more information, please contact the Mineola Memorial Library at (516) 746-8488

This is the original presentation of this heartwarming Christmas classic and is brought to you with the complete background story. If you don’t believe in Santa, you will after seeing this film! Starring Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O'Hara, John Payne and Gene Lockhart and a wonderful supporting cast. This timeless black and white film will fill your heart with Christmas cheer. And, believe it or not, when first released, it wasn’t even advertised as a Christmas film. (As you can see by the poster below.) Attendees will enjoy this timeless holiday tale that continues to make Christmas magic for adults and children! 1940’s Christmas music is included along with a book, memorabilia and autograph display. And you will see that the film has a rare tie to Long Island that still exists today!

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The Christmas classic returns to the Glen Cove Library! Attendees will see rare behind the scenes photographs, learn about the making of the film, hear some stories about the wonderful cast of actors and discover why Jimmy Stewart’s performance, his first upon returning home from World War Two, was so powerful on the screen. Unlike most Christmas films, this film, at times, has a dark and brooding edge to it before you revel in the greatest happy ending of all time. After the Power Point presentation, attendees will screen film highlights and be filled with not only the joy of the holiday season, but also hope for mankind. Guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes. Period holiday music along with a memorabilia, autograph and book display are included. For more information, please contact the Glen Cove Public Library at (516) 676-2130

The Christmas classic is presented to ring in the holiday season. Attendees will see rare behind the scenes photographs, learn about the making of the film, hear some stories about the wonderful cast of actors and discover why Jimmy Stewart’s performance, his first upon returning home from World War Two, was so powerful on the screen. Unlike most Christmas films, this film, at times, has a dark and brooding edge to it before you revel in the greatest happy ending of all time. After the Power Point presentation, attendees will screen film highlights and be filled with not only the joy of the holiday season, but also hope for mankind. Guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes. Period holiday music along with a memorabilia, autograph and book display are included.

“Babes in Toyland” is in demand every year, see why the first and original Long Island program of this film continues to draw large crowds. It has been called the most entertaining, unique and thorough analysis of the film and it’s stars to date. As the Co-Grand Sheik of the Long Island Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society (a/k/a “The Sons of the Desert”), I have a very special love and appreciation for this film. Also known as “March of the Wooden Soldiers”, learn the back story to the making of this holiday classic that eventually led to “The Boys” leaving Hal Roach studios. Film highlights in a colorized version (as Stan Laurel wanted the film to be shot in color) will be screened. See why this is one of Laurel and Hardy’s greatest films and how this holiday classic still entertains children and adults today! Insight, laughs, music and a rousing finish make for a wonderful afternoon of fun. Original soundtrack music is included as is an autograph, memorabilia and book display. For more information, please contact the Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library at (516) 938-0077

This is the original Long Island presentation of this heartwarming Christmas classic and is brought to you with the complete background story. If you don’t believe in Santa, you will after seeing this film! Starring Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O'Hara, John Payne and Gene Lockhart and a wonderful supporting cast. This timeless black and white film will fill your heart with Christmas cheer. And, believe it or not, when first released, it wasn’t even advertised as a Christmas film. Attendees will enjoy this timeless holiday tale that continues to make Christmas magic for adults and children! 1940’s Christmas music is included along with a book, memorabilia and autograph display. And you will see that the film has a rare tie to Long Island that still exists today! This presentation includes a screening of the entire film.

Despite coming from an unbelievably poor and difficult beginning, Carol Burnett has risen to the heights of television fame. Along the way, she received a few breaks but mainly succeeded due to her unfailing positive attitude and her faith in her own abilities. She eventually succeeded on Broadway and in television specials before breaking television barriers by hosting a comedy / variety show for eleven years on prime time network television - a feat that no female has accomplished before or since. Working with an unbeatable supporting cast, she has become a television and comedy legend. With this presentation, you will learn about her start in television, Broadway successes, her loss of a child and her film career in this comprehensive telling of her life. Some of her funniest television moments will be screened with this presentation. Her sketch “Went with the Wind” has been called the “funniest sketch ever performed on television” and you will see why! An autograph, memorabilia and book display is included.

Sit back and enjoy some of the funniest 1990’s Christmas episodes ever broadcast. A short Power Point presentation will give attendees background information to these seasonal classic. First is the Solomon family’s first experience with Christmas as they try to deal with all the excitement and pressure of the holiday season from “Third Rock from the Sun”. These aliens approach Christmas with joy and wonder but their experience is a lesson for us all. “Everybody Loves Raymond” makes the next entry in “The Toaster”. See how Raymond‘s perfect Christmas gift is accidentally returned by his parents and watch the fun as they try to retrieve it. This episode is one everyone can relate to. We travel across the pond for the final segment and visit Rowan Atkinson in “Merry Christmas, Mr. Bean”. With his unique blend of visual comedy and a distinct lack of dialogue, Mr. Bean has become world famous and you will see why this child in a man’s body is so funny. For more information, please contact the Copiague Memorial Library at +1 631 691 1111

This is the original presentation of this heartwarming Christmas classic and is brought to you with the complete background story. If you don’t believe in Santa, you will after seeing this film! Starring Edmund Gwenn, Maureen O'Hara, John Payne and Gene Lockhart and a wonderful supporting cast. This timeless black and white film will fill your heart with Christmas cheer. And, believe it or not, when first released, it wasn’t even advertised as a Christmas film. (As you can see by the poster below.) Attendees will enjoy this timeless holiday tale that continues to make Christmas magic for adults and children! 1940’s Christmas music is included along with a book, memorabilia and autograph display. And you will see that the film has a rare tie to Long Island that still exists today! For more information, please contact the Rockville Centre Public Library at (516) 766-6257

Stanley Kramer’s epic, once in a life time, exhausting, no holds barred comedy will be presented with all the background story that anyone can handle! Learn how the largest group of classic comedians were put together to create one of the funniest, loudest and most frantic comedy films ever made. This film runs over two and one half hours, so highlights will be shown after the Power Point presentation in this original Long Island presentation. Try to keep track of all the comic cameos throughout this one of a kind picture. And keep a “lookout” for the “Big W”! Your sides will be sore from laughing! Soundtrack music is included along with a large book, memorabilia and autograph display. For more information, please contact the Syosset Public Library at (516) 921-7161

This lecture is the first on Long Island to discuss these two classic holiday animated specials. As of the writing of this description, both specials are no longer on “Free television” and are difficult to find on “Pay television”. With this presentation, you will learn the background of the making of both of these animated specials and then you will enjoy a screening of both! “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “How The Grinch Stole Christmas” will still warm your heart as they did when first broadcast in the mid 1960’s. This presentation includes a book, memorabilia and autograph display. And if time permits, some rare vintage Christmas cartoons will also be included. For more information, please contact the West Islip Public Library at (631) 661-7080

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis were the biggest comedy stars in America and the hottest property around in 1956 when they broke up the act and, according to Lewis, left $500 million in contracts on the table. What drove this extremely smooth singing straight man and his wild comedic partner to break up the act? With this lecture, you will learn of the “Boys” personal background as well as their colliding egos that lead to the team ending their partnership exactly ten years to the day after it began. Hollywood stars begged them not to breakup, venues threatened to sue them, studio executives screamed and the public cried but they wouldn’t even talk to one another for twenty years - or would they? You’ll be surprised as to what lead to the split as well as their careers as solo artists. A complicated relationship that produced sparks on the movie screen and 1950’s television sets. This program includes a Power Point presentation, Dean Martin music, comedic highlights from their appearances on the “Colgate Comedy Hour” and a display that includes books, autographs and memorabilia. For more information, please contact the Plainview Old Bethpage Public Library at (516) 938-0077

“The Honeymooners” is an iconic television program that has been in syndication for more than fifty years. This Power Point program takes you through the history of the show, both before and after the “Classic 39” episodes and includes rare photographs of the show and its stars. After the presentation, you will screen a “Lost Honeymooners” program. You will enjoy Jackie as his most famous character gets into trouble trying to make more money than by doing his bus driving job and enjoy some classic laughs. An autograph, memorabilia and book display is included. The first of it’s kind on Long Island and packed with solid entertainment! For more information, please contact the Huntington Public Library at 1-631-427-5165.

This is the original Long Island Power Point presentation on the Queen of Variety! Despite coming from an unbelievably poor and difficult beginning, Carol Burnett has risen to the heights of television fame. Along the way, she received a few breaks but mainly succeeded due to her unfailing positive attitude and her faith in her own abilities. She eventually succeeded on Broadway and in television specials before breaking television barriers by hosting a comedy / variety show for eleven years on prime time network television - a feat that no female has accomplished before or since. Working with an unbeatable supporting cast, she has become a television and comedy legend. With this presentation, you will learn about her start in television, Broadway successes, her loss of a child and her film career in this comprehensive telling of her life. Some of her funniest television moments will be screened with this presentation. Her sketch “Went with the Wind” has been called the “funniest sketch ever performed on television” and you will see why. An autograph, memorabilia and book display is included. For more information, please contact the Brentwood Public Library at (631) 273-7883

Attendees will see how these real life brothers overcame poverty in New York City, grueling vaudeville tours, Broadway fame and became stars of radio, film and television. The world has never seen anything like THESE guys and never will again! As funny as they are on the screen they were even wilder in real life. Very different off screen, they jelled like no other brother act in history in creating mayhem and belly laughs. Groucho is still quoted and imitated today! And yes, Zeppo is included, as are very funny film highlights. An autograph, book and memorabilia display is included.

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Attendees will see the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. With a combination of great acting, an unforgettable story and setting, world events taking place during the filmmaking, Michael Curtiz’s great direction and because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. Film highlights and soundtrack music are included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

Groucho Marx was a “one of a kind” film personality but by the late 1940’s his career was at a depressing standstill. The Marx Brothers were no longer making films, his own radio programs had noy succeeded and his career consisted of guest appearances on other stars’ programs. In 1947, Producer John Guedel witnessed Groucho go toe to toe with Bob Hope adlibbing much of his dialogue during a guest spot on Hope’s program. Guedel thought Groucho would be wonderful using that ability on a radio program and so “You Bet Your Life” was born! The show ran for thirteen years on radio and eleven years on television and became a staple in syndication for many years. With this Power Point presentation, you will learn the answers to many questions, such as, “Did Groucho have a script”, “Were the contestants screened in advance?” and “Why was this this successful show cancelled?” After the presentation, you will view various clips from the show’s vaults, including the segment that launched a successful film career, a parody and rare outtakes. This presentation also includes an autograph, memorabilia and book display. Get ready for Groucho’s amazing wit and you may learn a few quiz facts along the way as well!

This is it. The film that is vulgar, rude, outrageous, loud, crude, disjointed and extremely funny! Experience the first film that Mel Brooks wrote and directed as it shocked many critics and audiences. No one had ever made a film like this before. Two producers discover that if they oversell shares in a Broadway show and it is a flop, they can make a million dollars. To do so, they hire the worst director, a spaced out actor to star, the worst script they can find and stage a musical that covers itself in bad taste. How can a kitschy musical about Hitler in a “romp in Berchtesgaden” be a smashing success? Attendees will discover the hysterical back story to this wonderfully funny film that lead to a 2001 hit Broadway musical and a filmed remake in 2005. The film stars Zero Mostel (in his finest film performance), Gene Wilder (in his first co-starring role) and the outrageous Kenneth Mars (his first film role) in performances that have never been equaled! And the music will keep attendees humming as they leave. Selected highlights will be shown. A film soundtrack, memorabilia, book and autograph display is included with the original Long Island presentation of this classic.

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Before screening film highlights, you will see the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. With a combination of great acting, wonderful writing, an exotic setting, world events taking place during the filmmaking, Michael Curtiz’s great direction and because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. This film never ages! Soundtrack music is included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display. For more information, please contact the North Bellmore Public Library at (516) 785-6260

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Before screening the film highlights, attendees will see the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. A combination of great acting, an exotic locale, an excellent story, world events taking place during the filmmaking, Michael Curtiz’s great direction and because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. Film highlights and soundtrack music are included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

Enjoy this presentation from the comfort of your own home! Groucho Marx was a “one of a kind” film personality but by the late 1940’s his career was at a depressing standstill. The Marx Brothers were no longer making films, his own radio programs had not succeeded and his career consisted of guest appearances on other stars’ programs. In 1947, Producer John Guedel witnessed Groucho go toe to toe with Bob Hope adlibbing much of his dialogue during a guest spot on Hope’s program. Guedel thought Groucho would be wonderful using that ability on a radio program and so “You Bet Your Life” was born! The show ran for thirteen years on radio and eleven years on television and became a staple in syndication for many years. With this Power Point presentation, you will learn the answers to many questions, such as, “Did Groucho have a script”, “Were the contestants screened in advance?” and “Why was this this successful show cancelled?” After the presentation, you will view various clips from the show’s vaults, including the segment that launched a successful film career, and, if time permits, a parody and rare outtakes. Get ready for Groucho’s amazing wit and you may learn a few quiz facts along the way as well!

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend.

Co-written by Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder and directed by Mel Brooks, this film is as funny and fresh today as when we laughed at it in 1974! This Power Point presentation will take you from the early development of the film to its completion. Along the way, you will discover the unconventional way the film was cast, how Mel and Gene wrote the story and screenplay, why it was filmed in black and white, the scene that almost caused a huge fight between the authors and the many behind the scenes stories and crackups. After the presentation, attendees will screen select film highlights. This was the favorite of film of Gene Wilder and Mel considers it his finest work. Attendees will listen to the film’s soundtrack as they view a memorabilia, book and autograph display before the program.

Enjoy this presentation form the comfort of your own home! Learn about the world’s most famous and recognizable comedian’s rise from the depths of poverty in England to world wide renown with his character of “The Little Tramp” and his self imposed exile to Switzerland. Some of his personal tragedies and career decline could easily have been avoided, but his stamp on comedy still makes its impact today. Whether he was pulling at your heart strings or going for laughs, Chaplin was indeed the “King”! Charlie still influences comedy today and you will experience some of “The Tramp’s” most entertaining work with this lecture.

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend.

Despite coming from an unbelievably poor and difficult beginning, Carol Burnett has risen to the heights of television fame. Along the way, she received a few breaks but mainly succeeded due to her unfailing positive attitude and her faith in her own abilities. She eventually succeeded on Broadway and in television specials before breaking television barriers by hosting a comedy / variety show for eleven years on prime time network television - a feat that no female has accomplished before or since. Working with an unbeatable supporting cast, she has become a television and comedy legend. With this presentation, you will learn about her start in television, Broadway successes, her loss of a child and her film career in this comprehensive telling of her life. Some of her funniest television moments will be screened with this presentation. Her sketch “Went with the Wind” has been called the “funniest sketch ever performed on television” and you will see why! An autograph, memorabilia and book display is included. For more information, please contact the Copiague Memorial Public Library at (631) 691-1111

One of the funniest films of the 1960’s and one of the greatest television programs of all time is now available for audiences! Discover how “The Odd Couple” began as a real life situation, became a play, a memorable film and then one of the greatest television series of all time. Attendees will also learn how the casting came about for Broadway, the film and television. Some of the potential pairings will boggle the mind! Attendees will also learn why the setting of the television show changed after the first season. An extremely funny premise, local theater productions of the play continue until today. After the Power Point presentation, film highlights and one of the classic Jack Klugman / Tony Randall television shows will be screened. This program includes a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

The comedian’s comedian and star of Vaudeville, film, Radio and Television, Jack Benny was loved by millions. Jack could get more laughs with silence than most comedians get with a rapid fire joke. You’ll see why with some classic Jack Benny television episodes in this original lecture. You will see him rise from his humble Orthodox beginnings to reach the height of television popularity. Was he really cheap? Was he really vain? Was he really self-centered? Was he a lousy violinist? Of course not, but he played them all so well that people thought all those personality traits were true! And that is why he was so well loved. He made fun of himself and made you laugh while he did it. An autograph, memorabilia (including rare World War 2 magazine articles) and book display is included.

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis were the hottest property around in 1956 when they broke up and, according to Lewis, left $500 million in contracts on the table. What drove this extremely smooth singing straight man and his wild comedic partner to break up the act? With this lecture, you will learn of the “Boys” personal background as well as their colliding egos that lead to the team ending their partnership exactly ten years to the day after it began. Hollywood stars begged them not to breakup, studio executives screamed and the public cried but they wouldn’t even talk to one another for twenty years - or would they? You’ll be surprised as to what lead to the split as well as their careers as solo artists. A complicated relationship that produced sparks on the screen and 1950’s television sets. This program includes a Power Point presentation, Dean Martin music, comedic highlights from their appearances on the “Colgate Comedy Hour”, and a display that includes books, autographs and memorabilia.

The first Long Island lecture to discuss the legendary Benny Hill! The saucy and world famous English comedian that we remember from television began as a shy man with a stage act that needed much work. Afraid of hostile audiences, he turned to television and eventually became a world famous clown who was loved by millions in one hundred forty countries! But what was he like when not entertaining? Who was that little Irish fellow that had his head repeatedly tapped by Benny? Did Benny ever marry? Did he spend his fortune on extravagances? Why was his immensely popular show cancelled? Find out in this presentation and then watch some of his most hilarious sketches while you laugh yourself silly! He was an expert at all types of comedy - farce, physical, verbal and puns and the crowd response to this presentation shows that he still entertains today! Benny Hill music, an autograph collection, memorabilia and book display are included in this study of the world’s most famous modern clown. Don’t miss this!

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend.

After the lecture, you can tour the museum to examine the beautiful historic building and the wonderful works of art!

Here it is! Celebrate the nation’s two hundred fiftieth birthday with a screening of the most rousing patriotic musical Hollywood ever produced! See this classic flag waver that stars James Cagney as George M. Cohan, Broadway’s most popular and versatile star. Cohan had input into the script and production and you will learn what HE thought of the final product! Learn how Cagney came to star in this iconic film and watch him excel at his first love - dance. Jim always thought of himself as a “hoofer” and he displays his amazing talent in this film. The “staircase” scene is still amazing to this day. Filled with wonderful toe tapping songs, patriotism, funny jokes, a sterling cast and Jimmy Cagney’s magnetism, this film remains a captivating and absolute delight to this day! Your choice of a full screening or selected film highlights are available, based on your available schedule. Soundtrack music as well as a book, autograph and memorabilia display are included with the ORIGINAL Long Island presentation. For more information, please contact the Mineola Memorial Library at (516) 746-8488

Attendees will learn about the making of the funniest horror film of all time and how it almost was never filmed! This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years! Film highlights will be screened after Power Point presentation. Attendees will see why no one could top Lou Costello in displaying on screen fright as “The Boys” tangle with Universal’s classic monsters as the monsters took a final screen bow - Frankenstein’s Monster, The Wolfman and the immortal Count Dracula! And they will learn about the monster that didn’t make it into the film. Halloween music and an autograph, memorabilia and book display are included.

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes a viewing of this modern Christmas classic with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of authentic film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie!