Decatur Civic Theater stages Stop The World musical debut
Amateurs from Decatur Civic Theater delivered a surprisingly professional performance at Austin High as Stop The World I Want To Get Off. Dwight Bass directed and starred, with Jerry Countryman conducting the orchestra. audience reception was uneven but the production showed strong acting, singing, and staging potential for future shows. The piece featured a circus tent setting, bold makeup, and a demanding score challenging the cast and acoustics.
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Ending Explained Clouds Earlier Film Sensibility
The review notes the surprise ending undermines the first portion's tone. It suggests lingering doubt about the truth would have been better, but the ending is clearly explained leaving little room for imagination. Mia Farrow Cassavetes Ruth Gordon Sidney Blackmer Maurice Evans Ralph Bellamy praised.
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Bass Leads Decatur Civic Theater Hit at Austin High
The Decatur Civic Theater presents a strong production with standout Bass performances and polished lighting. The set and costumes shine in orange and yellow though transparencies on stage blur visibility. Two final showings remain Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. with tickets at the door or by calling 353-3624.
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Bass
Bill Shatner on Fame Changing Interactions in Star Trek Era
Hollywood AP interview with William Shatner discusses how Star Trek fame alters treatment by fans and industry. He notes fans waiting for autographs, directors shifting to collaborative asks, and producers altering outreach as recognition grows.
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Martin Set For Movie with Dean Martin in Airport
HOLLYWOOD Dean Martin is the first of 10 stars signed by Ross Hunter for Airport at Universal. Martin will play an airline captain in the multi million dollar Technicolor production based on Arthur Hailey’s best selling novel. George Seaton writes the screenplay and will direct with production set for next winter.
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