The Thrill of Flight
Program #16190
January 12-17, 2014
In the Florida city where commercial aircraft first soared skyward in 1914, discover the dreams and realities of flight in a fascinating aviation adventure. Explore the working restoration shop of the world’s largest private collection of vintage aircraft. Go behind the scenes of the award-winning Tampa International Airport. Experience narrated visits to hangars and an observation tower, and hear pilots and flight experts bring to life the triumphs of famous aviators and speculate on the future of flight.

Comic Geniuses: Kaye and Fine, Caesar and Coca, Reiner and Brooks
Program #20503
January 12-17, 2014
So much of the humor we enjoy was inspired by some of the 20th century’s comic greats. We’ll recall the genius of three teams who achieved legendary status in movies, Broadway and TV. Danny Kaye and Sylvia Fine were born in Brooklyn and attended Thomas Jefferson High, but took very different paths until they met in an off-Broadway show and created a duo act. Learn about them and two other classic comedic troupes in this non-stop laugh riot.

From Mark Twain to Jon Stewart, Everyman of Film, 1950s Musicals
Program #16981
January 19-24, 2014
Political Satire from Mark Twain to Jon Stewart Political satire focuses on the foibles of politicians and allows us to inject humor into what is frequently not very humorous. Through lectures, writings and TV clips, we’ll examine some of the best American political satirists.
Everyman of Film: Lemmon, Eastwood, and Hanks Through their films, these three actors became symbols of the American man at his best. They were pillars of moral courage and defenders of traditional values. Learn about their lives and gain appreciation for the "Everyman" image in their films.
Shall We Dance: Musicals of the 1950s The 1950s brought new sophistication to musical theatre. Strong books heightened with words and music by Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lerner & Lowe, Loesser, Styne, gave new focus to choreography by Robbins and Fosse. Lectures, film clips, live music.Accommodations, dining hall and classrooms all within our Continuing Education Conference Center; short distance between each.

The French Experience
Program #9234
January 26-31, 2014
Bienvenue! Welcome to France — without the travails of international travel. Explore the great French culture through its art, architecture, music, literature and cuisine. Learn about the great age of French cathedrals, the inventiveness of novelists such as Flaubert and Zola, and the stage works of Molière. Survey the wine regions and then take part in a wine tasting session. End the week with an authentic French meal.

Contemporary Musicals, James Michener, Great Comedy Teams
Program #17072
January 26-31, 2014
Contemporary Musical Theatre Explore the history of American musical theatre then move forward to trace its development over the past 20 years. We'll strive to answer the question: Where is musical theatre going? Lectures and live music.
James Michener: Master Storyteller Widely regarded as a storytelling phenomenon, Michener created works that have translated successfully to the stage and film. We'll explore some of his most well known, including his Pulitzer Prize winning story that became "South Pacific".
Great Comedy Teams The ability to make people light is a gift. With the straight man and the comic, each team created a unique relationship that involved both humor and pathos. Explore their relationships and their unique comic styles. Lectures and selected film clips.