Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel-Carnival of Emotions (2-part series) By Karl Middleman Mondays: Aug. 24 & 31, 2 p.m. (Bradford movie theater) Hop aboard the merry-go-round of human delight and despair: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical Carousel. Named by Time magazine as the 20th century’s best musical, it was also Richard Roger’s favorite of all his masterworks. Containing a score of memorable songs from If I Love You to You’ll Never Walk Alone, Carousel set the tone for the golden age of Broadway. Join us as we reveal behind-the-scenes dramas, the contributions of two female giants of Broadway, and celebrate the incredible portrayals by Shirley Jones and Gordon MacRae in the 1956 landmark film. 49 History’s Mysteries: Revenue and Rebellion By Herb Kaufman August 4, 2 p.m. (Bradford movie theater) Americans have long contended with the government reaching into their pockets. Did you know the first income tax was introduced to finance the Civil War? And later, the tax was actually welcomed by many? The history of money and taxes is an intriguing tale with a cast of characters including Hamilton, Lincoln, and FDR. It’s also a lesson of how a rural society can become a powerful nation. From the 16th Amendment to the creation of the dollar, we’ll follow this long road of revenue and rebellion. Carousel Theatrical Film Poster, 1956 | Public Domain
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