Mighty Joe Young
USA, 1949, 94min 35mm print OSCAR® for Best Visual Effects! Directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack Special Effects by Willis O'Brien, Ray Harryhausen Starring Terry Moore, Ben Johnson, Robert Armstrong
From the creative team that made King Kong, this marvelous adventure/fantasy film movie is about a young woman and her best friend, a giant, kindhearted gorilla named Joe. Hollywood promoter Max O'Hara travels to African and convinces Jill to bring Joe back to America to star in a nightclub act. Joe grows homesick, endures abuse, and breaks loose and goes on a rampage. A court has order Joe to be shot. Will he be saved?
King Kong animator Willis O'Brien gave Ray Harryhausen his first feature work on Mighty Joe Young. Harryhausen ended up handling the majority of the visual effects for the film, including the spectacular scenes of Joe destroying a nightclub. Special effects artists consider it highly influential, with the elaborate orphanage rescue sequence lauded as one of the great stop-motion sequences in film history.
Trouble in Paradise
USA, 1932, 83 min. 35 mm print Named to the National Film Registry Directed by Ernst Lubitsch Starring Miriam Hopkins, Kay Francis, and Herbert Marshall
Generally considered producer/director Ernst Lubitsch's greatest film, this classic comedy is about a pair of sophisticated thieves who target the wealthy, female owner of a perfume business for their next heist by both becoming her confidante-secretary and assistant secretary/maid. Romantic entanglements jeopardize their larcenous plans.
This treasured comic film masterpiece, a pinnacle of sophisticated romantic comedy, beautifully epitomizes the "Lubitsch Touch" with its flair for pre-Hays Code sexual comedy, witty innuendo-filled, suggestive dialogue, orchestrated grace and charming style, subtle use of details, and sardonic humor. - Tom Dirks, Greatest Films
Charade
USA, 1963, 113 min. 35mm print OSCAR® and Golden Globe Nominated Directed by Stanley Donen Starring Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn, Walter Matthau Original Music by Henry Mancini
In this comedic thriller, a trio of crooks pursue an American woman (Audrey Hepburn) through Paris in an attempt to recover the fortune her dead husband stole from them. The only person she can trust is suave and mysterious Peter Joshua (Cary Grant).
Its plot caught the public's burgeoning taste for espionage thrillers at just the right moment, but its quirky humor, irony, and casting have held these audiences and attracted new fans over the last three decades. Charade continues to resonate and reveal new bits of wit and sophistication with each repeated viewing.... -Bruce Eder
The Ipcress File
THE IPCRESS FILE (1965) UK, 1965, 109 min. 35mm print Winner of 3 BAFTA Awards Directed by Sidney J. Furie Produced by Harry Saltzman (James Bond) Starring Michael Caine, Guy Doleman, Nigel Green
Harry Palmer (Michael Caine) is an unconventional counter-intelligence officer. He is disrespectful to his superiors and enjoys the finer things in life. Palmer is assigned to investigate the disappearance of a well-known scientist and has an unfortunate encounter with a CIA agent. Now a target of the CIA as well as the kidnappers, Palmer thinks he has solved the mystery of IPCRESS and the identity of the person ultimately responsible for the kidnappings.
The Shop Around the Corner
USA, 1940, 99 min 35 mm print Named to the National Film Registry #28 of AFI's 100 Years, 100 Passions: America's Greatest Love Stories Directed by Ernst Lubitsch Based on the play Parfumerie by Nikolaus Lazlo Starring Margaret Sullavan, James Stewart
Budapest gift-shop clerk James Stewart and newly hired shopgirl Margaret Sullavan hate each other almost at first sight. Stewart would prefer the company of the woman with whom he is corresponding by mail but has never met. Sullavan likewise carries a torch for her male pen-pal, whom she also has never laid eyes on. It doesn't take a PHD degree to figure out that Stewart and Sullavan have been writing letters to each other. The film's many subplots are carried by Frank Morgan as the kindhearted shopkeeper and by Joseph Schildkraut as a backstabbing employee --excerpt from synopsis by Hal Erickson
Please note: Buying a VIP reception ticket does not include a concert ticket, those tickets need to be purchased in addition to the reception tickets. The VIP reception will take place in the Stratford Founders Lounge before the concert.
Multi-Platinum selling Alternative Rock hit-makers, the Gin Blossoms, who are hitting the road In support of their highly anticipated forthcoming new album, "No Chocolate Cake", will be performing at the Fox Tucson Theatre for one-night only on Sunday, September 19th at 7:30 p.m.
With total worldwide album sales topping 30 million units powered by their indelibly melodic, Grammy-nominated Top Ten singles, Gin Blossoms-Robin Wilson, Jesse Valenzuela, Scott Johnson and Bill Leen, are back and in peak form!
A decade and a half since defining that era’s post grunge pop rock experience with “Hey Jealousy,” “Found Out About You” and the Top Ten Billboard pop hits “Till I Hear It From You” and “Follow You Down”—and four years since the release of a Major Lodge Victory—an album Billboard called “an effortless triumph of melodic perfection”—Gin Blossoms are at the top of their seamless harmonic songwriting game with No Chocolate Cake.
Marathon Man
USA, 1976, 125 min 35mm print OSCAR® Nominated & Golden Globe Winner #34 AFI's 100 Years..100 Heroes and Villians Directed by John Schlesinger Starring Dustin Hoffman, Laurence Olivier, Roy Scheider
Doc Levy (Roy Scheider) is an American secret agent who has been running interference between the U.S. government and escaped Nazi war criminal Szell (Laurence Olivier). Believing that Doc has stolen a valuable cache of gems, Szell emerges from his South American hiding place and heads for New York. He has Doc killed, then kidnaps Doc's in-the-dark brother, Babe (Dustin Hoffman). Repeating the phrase "Is it safe?" over and over, Szell, a onetime concentration camp dentist, tries to extract information from Babe by performing sadistic "oral surgery" upon him...- excerpt from Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Ninotchka
USA, 1939, 110 min. 35mm print Nominated for 4 OSCARS® Named to the National Film Registry #40 of AFI's 100 Years..100 Passions: America's Greatest Love Stories Directed by Ernst Lubitsch Screenplay by Charles Brackett, Billy Wilder, Walter Reisch Starring Great Garbo, Melvyn Douglas, Ina Clare, Bela Lugosi
Only the royal suite at the grandest hotel in Paris has a safe large enough for the jewels of the Grand Duchess Swana. So the three Russians who have come to sell the jewels settle into the suite until a higher ranking official is dispatched to find out what is delaying the sale. She is Ninotchka, a no nonsense woman who fascinates Count Leon who had been the faithful retainer of the Grand Duchess. The Grand Duchess will give up all claim to the jewels if Ninotchka will fly away from the count. But can one count on a count? -- Turner Classic Movies
Three Days of the Condor
USA, 1975, 117 min. 35mm print OSCAR® and Golden Globe Nominated Directed by Sydney Pollack Starring Robert Redford, Faye Dunaway, Cliff Roberston, Max von Sydow, John Houseman
CIA researcher Joe Turner (Robert Redford) returns from lunch to find the staff of his New York office assassinated¦ On the run from the cops and his agency, a desperate Turner resorts to holing up with innocent civilians ... Joe decides to save himself the only way possible: by going to The New York Times. But will it work? One of a cycle of conspiracy films from the 1970s , the film pits a working Everyman against a far-reaching conspiracy¦With its timely subject matter, taut suspense, and sympathetic hero, it became a substantial hit. - excerpt from synopsis by Lucia Bozzola
Benise
Rarely is an artist capable of touching the hearts and souls of people of all ages, cultures, and diverse musical backgrounds as Roni Benise. Armed with his Spanish guitar, an amazing world class band of musicians, and elaborately choreographed dancers, NIGHTS OF FIRE! captures world music at its best, with a show that appeals to the hearts and souls of people of all ages, cultures and musical backgrounds. As master of ceremonies, Roni takes his mesmerized audience on a romantic and exotic voyage through unbridled choreography and sounds that embrace all of the artist's inspirations.
Throughout NIGHTS OF FIRE!, the traditions of music and dance are reinvented by 50 performers on a lavishly decorated stage. Backing Benise as he visits Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa and Brazilian Samba are such world-class musicians as violinists Karren Briggs (Yanni) and Jim Sitterly (John Tesh), percussionists Munyungo (Miles Davis, Sting, Stevie Wonder), Luis Conte (Phil Collins, James Taylor, Madonna) and Kalani (Yanni). In addition, a Havana Horn section accompanies Roni during his Cuban salsa number, while a 10-piece orchestra supports the bold and beautifully arranged ballads.
Presented by The Rialto Theatre and Square Peg Concerts.
Jo Koy
PUBLIC ON SALE STARTS 8/14 AT 10 AM (online only)
From filling clubs across the nation to being seen weekly as a regular guest on Chelsea Lately, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest start performing at a Las Vegas coffee house. His infectiously explosive energy on stage, insightful jokes and family inspired humor cross all boundaries and led Daily Variety to name him one of the "Top 10 Comics to Watch."
Born in Tacoma, Washington, Jo credits his mother for his comedic and acting talents. Growing up, his mother constantly encouraged him to take part in school talent shows or present impromptu performances for his family and friends. This encouragement led to the Las Vegas coffee house, then a move to Los Angeles, and finally a performance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in 2005. He became one of a select few to ever receive a standing ovation on the show.
Since his Tonight Show performance, Jo was part of Carlos Mencia's "Punisher Tour" in 2006. He has appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Call with Carson Daly, BET's Comic View, Jamie Foxx Presents: Laffapalooza, and appeared in various VH1 I Love the 70's, 80's and 90's episodes. His Comedy Central special "Don't Make Him Angry" aired in January, 2009 and is now available on DVD. He is a regular featured comedian at the world famous Improv, tours the college circuit nationwide and performs in comedy clubs both in the US and internationally. Jo lives in Los Angeles.
The Chiffons & The Legends of Doo Wop
It all started with Doo Wop - rock ‘n’ roll, R&B and pop music all grew from this harmonic music that was popular on street corners and front porches. This neighborhood music traveled the world and still enjoys huge popularity today. Take a trip back in time to a simpler time of drive-ins, soda shops, bobby socks, pony tails and jukeboxes… a time when sweet harmonies ruled the airwaves. Doo Wop is Alive and Well and coming to the Fox Theatre on Thursday, November 11th.
Starring: The Chiffons “He's So Fine”, “One Fine Day”
The Legends of Doo wop Tommy Mara - The Crests (new lead) “The Angels Listened In”, “Sixteen Candles”
Tony Passa - Original Lead of the Fascinators “Chapel Bells”
“No one out there can play guitar like this. Speed, dexterity, accuracy and invention are all present in mind-boggling quantities.” – LondonJazz Review
Veteran guitar master John McLaughlin has legions of dedicated fans, and his concerts brim with a sense of exhilaration and intensity. With his new album ToThe One, the iconic guitarist and composer performs original songs echoing the profound influence of John Coltrane’s 1965 spiritual jazz masterpiece A Love Supreme. The performance features McLaughlin’s current outfit, the 4th Dimension with Gary Husband (keyboards, drums), Etienne M’Bappe (electric bass), and Mark Mondesir (drums).
Warren Miller's Wintervention
Warren Miller Entertainment, the largest action sports filmmaking company on the planet, is coming to the Fox! Narrated by skiing icon Jonny Moseley and presented in striking high-definition, Warren Miller films showcase incredible cinematography that will get you craving vertical lines, deep powder and epic adventure. This year’s film takes you on a breathtaking global tour of some of the world’s most impressive terrain, including Canada, Antarctica, California, New Zealand, Utah, Austria, Alaska and more. Warren Miller film premieres are an experience and a phenomenon not to be missed. Check out WarrenMiller.com for more information.
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker is the must-see production of the season! Critically acclaimed for exquisite artistry, and dazzling sets and costumes, the Great Russian Nutcracker is the defining holiday experience. Bring your family and friends together for a heartwarming performance featuring larger-than life puppets, pristine choreography in a not- to- be missed holiday celebration! Buy your tickets early and save! “Whimsical...Charming...Vibrant...Classical style." -- New York Times
VIP Offer: -Orchestra center tickets -Moscow Ballet’s Nutcracker DVD -Signed Poster -Tote bag -Moscow Ballet’s plush bear! Details @ http://www.nutcracker.com/premium.php
Limited Edition Print Platinum Offer: Moscow Ballet introduces this deluxe package in honor of the 100th anniversary of Marius Petipa’s life. Petipa creator of Nutcracker and Swan Lake, is the “Father of Russian Ballet.”
-Front row center seating! (Only 12 Platinum tickets available per show) -Limited edition Giclee print, of original artwork by Russian Masters, newly commissioned by Moscow Ballet -Meet & greet with a Russian soloist back stage. -Early seating, preferred parking -Signature Gourmet assortment of chocolates -Platinum Founding Member’s benefits card
For more details about VIP and Platinum offer, please visit: http://www.nutcracker.com/premium.php
edit.JPG){kind=logo}
