Category Archives: Film/Television

The Oldest Personalities on Television

Posted on October 5, 2011 by EngAGE

  Andy Rooney retired last Sunday night at the age of 92. His long career on “Sixty Minutes” made him a household name.  See a slide show and read about more older performers who have graced your television screens here. Bet you’ll recognize all … Continue reading →

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Palace Theater in LA Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Posted on September 6, 2011 by EngAGE

The Palace Theater in downtown Los Angeles celebrated its 100th anniversary in June with an extensive renovation. From the LA Times article: “The polished marble near the entrance gleamed, and the gold leaf around the giant pastoral murals that flank … Continue reading →

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Hollywood History Auctioned

Posted on June 19, 2011 by EngAGE

On Saturday, 79-year-old actress Debbie Reynolds auctioned her fabulous collection of iconic costumes, props, furniture, and even cars from major studio films made throughout the entire history of motion pictures. You can see this amazing collection by clicking here, then downloading the PDF … Continue reading →

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News from the Team: Elizabeth Sampson

Posted on May 9, 2011 by EngAGE

EngAGE Regional Program Director Elizabeth Sampson is also an accomplished writer, director, and actor. See her latest performance on television tonight on NBC’s “Law & Order: Los Angeles.” Congratulations, Elizabeth!    

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Century-Old Irish Films Survive

Posted on April 29, 2011 by EngAGE

  The Huffington Post has posted several fascinating, very short films made in Ireland by the Mitchell & Kenyon film company: “There’s a bit of YouTube to the 100-year-old film clips that emerged back in 1995 from barrels in English basement. They’re short, … Continue reading →

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Retired But Still In Show Biz!

Posted on April 18, 2011 by EngAGE

A group of old pros from the film and TV industries runs a dedicated cable TV channel for fellow residents of the Motion Picture and Television Fund Home in Woodland Hills. Programming is produced right there on the Wasserman Campus. “What executive … Continue reading →

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