Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to presentations that profile individual performers.

Below is a listing of upcoming presentations and screenings for Hometowns to Hollywood. Attendance is free of charge unless otherwise noted.

To learn more about booking Hometowns to Hollywood at your organization, click here.

UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS:

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt I)
Sun., Dec. 8, 2024, 2pm-3pm (IN-PERSON)
Elmhurst City Hall
209 N York St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Ring in the holidays with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. Tickets are complimentary for members of Elmhurst Historical Museum and $5 for non-members. REGISTER HERE.

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt II)
Tues., Dec. 10, 2024, 7pm-8pm CT
Mid-Continent Public Library
Free Online Program via Zoom
Keep spreading holiday cheer with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a continued discussion of the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER HERE.

Hitchcock: The Master of Suspense
Weds., Dec. 11, 2024, 7pm-8pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Bartlett Public Library
800 S Bartlett Rd, Bartlett, IL 60103
Indulge in the thrilling side of classic Hollywood by learning about the “Master of Suspense” himself–Alfred Hitchcock! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a discussion about Hitchcock’s career, his memorable films, and his legacy today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER HERE.

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt I)
Thurs., Dec. 12, 2024, 11:30am-1pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church
314 W Vallette St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Keep spreading holiday cheer with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a continued discussion of the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. PRIVATE EVENT.

Silent Film Society of Chicago Screening of True Heart Susie (1919)
Weds., Dec. 18, 2024, 7:30pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Des Plaines Theatre
1476 Miner St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Susie, a plain young country girl, secretly loves a neighbor boy, William. She believes in him and sacrifices much of her own happiness to promote his own ambitions, all without his knowledge. Eventually, he rises to a position of success and sophistication, and Susie realizes that she has through her own efforts raised him to a level where he is inaccessible to her. What happens next? Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for an introduction to the film, followed by a screening of the film with special musical accompaniment provided by premiere Chicago area theatre organist Jay Warren. Tickets are $8.25 per person. BUY TICKETS HERE.