Philadelphians in Classic Movies and Television

Dates:November 5, 2025
Meets:W from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location:Wesley Enhanced Living, 6300 Greene St.
Cost: $34.00

Sorry, we are no longer accepting registrations for this course. Please contact our office to find out if it will be rescheduled, or if alternative classes are available.

This class will explore the important roles Philadelphians played in the early days of the movies – from behind the lens silent film producer Siegmund Lubin, and film composer David Raksin who penned the immortal “Laura,” through the contributions of on-screen stars Lionel Barrymore, Jeanette MacDonald, Grace Kelly, and many more. Let’s learn and reminisce about “golden age” television innovations, and meet early Philadelphia television personalities. Our talk concludes with a classic TV trivia quiz and a challenging “Name That Tune” contest.
Fee: $34.00

Wesley Enhanced Living, 6300 Greene St.

Rick Spector

founded Moviehouse Productions in 1983, educating and delighting community groups throughout the Delaware Valley with his multi-media nostalgia programs. His core works includes a multi-part series on the popular history of Philadelphia. His website is www.moviehouseproductions.com.

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