LLI0765 - All That Glitter: Chicago's Famous Movie Palaces

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Course Description

Explore the dazzling rise of Chicago’s movie palaces from humble nickelodeons in one remarkable generation. Presented by theatre expert Jerome M. O’Connor, this course highlights iconic venues and the rags-to-riches stories of Barney Balaban, Sam Katz, and their fifty historic Chicago theatres, including the legendary Chicago Theatre.

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Apr 20, 2026

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All That Glitter: Chicago's Famous Movie Palaces

In-Person

1:00PM to 3:00PM

Apr 20, 2026

Schedule and Location

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2.0

Harper College Main Campus, Palatine

Fee non-credit

$19.00

0.15 CEUs

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LLI0765 - All That Glitter: Chicago's Famous Movie Palaces

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