VIRTUAL: Chicago Murals & Movie Stars

Program Type:

Arts & Culture

Age Group:

Adults, Older Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

With the help of a unique HD video, this program takes guests to massive murals in three different Chicago neighborhoods. 

  • The first mural is devoted to Dolly Parton: singer, songwriter, actress, LGBTQ+ icon, and philanthropist. While there, we'll chat briefly about Parton's 1992 romantic comedy Straight Talk, filmed here in Chicago.
  • The second mural celebrates Robin Williams, born in Chicago in 1951. Once we "arrive," we'll take a moment to analyze the artwork in terms of size, color, and subject before heading to the actor-comedian's childhood home.
  • The third mural depicts film producer Quincy Jones, who survived a "rough and scary" childhood in Chicago. We'll also visit Jones' childhood home in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.

NOTE: Due to the violent nature of Jones' backstory, this segment of the program may not be appropriate for children.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Program

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