Michael Powell News

David Niven (1910-1983) was an actor of such diverse talents and charm that he is often categorized using clichéd phrases like 'urbane light comedian' or 'leading man.' These descriptions are indeed accurate, but one does not survive before the camera for a half-century on charm alone. The problem-if you can call it that-is that Niven made it all look too easy. Like Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days, he took everything in stride, unflappably and (seemingly) effortlessly playing his part, always prepared for whatever came his way. He was, after all, originally a military man by profession. He then chose to 'bum' around America, eventually winding up in Hollywood. Just as his film career began to blossom, he was one of the first to answer Britain's call when World War II broke out, serving on active duty for the duration and rising to the rank of colonel. He even made two propaganda films during brief leaves, including The Way Ahead, which is included in this series. After making his return in Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger's masterpiece A Matter of Life and Death (Stairway to Heaven), he resumed a glorious career in film, theater, television, and writing with his typical debonair insouciance. This series aims to recapture some of the special glory that was David Niven.

The Outfest Legacy Project, a collaboration between the UCLA Film & Television Archive and Outfest, is proud to announce its 5th Anniversary. "The Outfest Legacy Project is the only program in the world dedicated to saving and protecting LGBT moving images and in just five short years, we have made great strides in addressing the growing crisis of LGBT films and moving image media that are threatened by deterioration and neglect," said Kirsten Schaffer, Executive Director of Outfest.

Gale Harold (Queer as Folk), Denise Crosby (Star Trek TNG), and cover girl-turned-actress Claudia Mason (Vogue, Elle, W, Cosmopolitan) head the cast of Tennessee Williams' rarely produced classic, Orpheus Descending.

Come celebrate the rich culture of the African American diaspora. February is Black History Month and Brooklyn Public Library has free fun that the entire family will enjoy. All programs are free and open to the public. Please be advised that programs are subject to change, therefore we suggest calling ahead.

Gale Harold (Queer as Folk), Denise Crosby (Star Trek TNG), and cover girl-turned-actress Claudia Mason (Vogue, Elle, W, Cosmopolitan) head the cast of Tennessee Williams' rarely produced classic, Orpheus Descending.

The Red Shoes, the newly restored 1948 masterpiece from directors Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, made its U.S. premiere at the Directors Guild of America on July 29 of this year after a world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May. The film will premiere tonight, November 6 and the Film Forum in Manhattan at 7:00pm.

The American Brass Quintet will perform the first concert in The Richard P. Garmany Chamber Music Series on Thursday, October 29, at 7:30 PM in Hartt's Millard Auditorium, on the University of Hartford campus.

The American Brass Quintet will perform the first concert in The Richard P. Garmany Chamber Music Series on Thursday, October 29, at 7:30 PM in Hartt's Millard Auditorium, on the University of Hartford campus.

The American Brass Quintet will perform the first concert in The Richard P. Garmany Chamber Music Series on Thursday, October 29, at 7:30 PM in Hartt's Millard Auditorium, on the University of Hartford campus.

The American Brass Quintet will perform the first concert in The Richard P. Garmany Chamber Music Series on Thursday, October 29, at 7:30 PM in Hartt's Millard Auditorium, on the University of Hartford campus.

'The Red Shoes,' the newly restored 1948 masterpiece from directors Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, will have its U.S. premiere at the Directors Guild of America on July 29. The film underwent an extensive 2-year 4K digital restoration by the UCLA Film & Television Archive and The Film Foundation, in association with the British Film Institute, ITV Global Entertainment Ltd and Janus Films.

'The Red Shoes,' the newly restored 1948 masterpiece from directors Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, will have its U.S. premiere at the Directors Guild of America on July 29. The film underwent an extensive 2-year 4K digital restoration by the UCLA Film & Television Archive and The Film Foundation, in association with the British Film Institute, ITV Global Entertainment Ltd and Janus Films.

The National Theatre has selected nine new plays to be presented as part of its NT Connections program, which features plays commissioned for and about young people.