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Hooray for Hollywood

Rick Harris


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Hooray for Hollywood 1.1

The Huston Film Family Chronicle
Part One

Friday, January 9, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Rick Harris, lecturer

For over 75 years, the Huston family of actors, writers and directors have been at the forefront of American cinema. In the first two Hooray for Hollywood programs of the season, you’ll learn about patriarch Walter, the prolific character actor, his son John, who directed him in his signature performance in Treasure of the Sierra Madre, and John’s daughter, Anjelica, who continued the family’s tradition.

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Hooray for Hollywood 1.2

The Huston Film Family Chronicle
Part Two

Monday, January 12, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Rick Harris, lecturer

For over 75 years, the Huston family of actors, writers and directors have been at the forefront of American cinema. In the second of a two-part Hooray for Hollywood program, you’ll learn about patriarch Walter, the prolific character actor, his son John, who directed him in his signature performance in Treasure of the Sierra Madre, and John’s daughter, Anjelica, who continued the family’s tradition.

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Hooray for Hollywood 2.1

Reel Life: Film Biography
Part One

Friday, February 20, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Rick Harris, lecturer

Reel Life: Film Biography – Fiction, Fable and Fact explores the intersection of real-life events and fictional narratives in film, examining how filmmakers use historical events, adapt them and often take creative liberties to make the story more compelling. In this program, we will separate truth from mythology and examine if creativity superseding historical accuracy is worth it.

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Hooray for Hollywood 2.2

Reel Life: Film Biography
Part Two

Monday, February 23, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Rick Harris, lecturer

The second part of Reel Life: Film Biography – Fiction, Fable and Fact continues exploring the intersection of real-life events and fictional narratives in film, examining how filmmakers use historical events, adapt them and often take creative liberties to make the story more compelling. In this program, we will separate truth from mythology and examine if creativity superseding historical accuracy is worth it.

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Hooray for Hollywood 3.1

The Films of Meryl Streep
Part One

Friday, March 20, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Rick Harris, lecturer

Often hailed as one of America’s finest actors, Meryl Streep’s performances have garnered 21 Academy Award nominations and three wins across a remarkable range of work. Streep’s range is immense whether it's Sophie's Choice, The Devil Wears Prada, or Doubt, she disappears into every role.  Let’s watch.

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Hooray for Hollywood 3.2

The Films of Meryl Streep
Part Two

Monday, March 23, 2026, 10am
John and Jeanne Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Rick Harris, lecturer

In part two of this discussion about the films of Meryl Streep, we continue exploring the performances that earned her a reputation as one of America's finest actors, earning 21 Academy Award nominations and three Oscars.

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