During the Civil War, a Confederate engineer (Buster Keaton) concocts a plan to rescue his girlfriend and beloved train, The General, when both are captured by Union spies. This acclaimed silent movie is No. 18 on the AFI list of funniest films of all time. 1hr 18min
Williamsburg’s own big band presents a “Jazz Legends Showcase.” Join the Ford’s Colony Dance Band as we pay tribute to some of the greatest artists and iconic songs of the Jazz era. From Ragtime to Swing to BeBop. From Count Basie to Chick Corea, Louis Armstrong to Maynard Ferguson, From Duke and Ella to Coltrane!...
WRL invites middle school and high school students (ages 9-18) in James City County, York County, and the City of Williamsburg to participate in a WRL Poetry Contest. Submit one poem 3-26 lines long; one submission per person. Cash prizes will be awarded. Printed poems can be dropped off at either library location at the...
April 30: Harry and Snowman (2015) NR In 1956, Dutch immigrant Harry DeLeyer rescued a broken-down Amish plow horse from a truck bound for the slaughterhouse. In less than two years, Harry and his $80 horse were competing in the triple crown of show jumping against the most pedigreed horses and the wealthiest socialites. 86-year-old...
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 2: Footlight Parade (1933) NR A Broadway producer (James Cagney) struggles to put on simultaneous dance performances in this famous pre-code musical. The real attractions here are...
ll About Eve (1950) is one of film’s greatest backstage stories, a Best Picture winner in which a seemingly timid ingenue becomes ruthless after she inserts herself into the life of an aging Broadway star and her circle of friends. Bette Davis appears in one of her greatest roles, but was joined by four other...
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. May 7: Darling Companion (2012) PG-13 Diane Keaton and Kevin Kline play a married couple, Beth and Joseph, experiencing “empty nest” fears...
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 9: Top Hat (1935) NR A case of mistaken identity foils the efforts of a dancer to woo a lovely lady, but who cares about the plot....
An elderly woman (Judi Dench) has been searching for her son for 50 years, who was taken away from her after she became pregnant and was forced to live in a convent. Based on a true story, BBC political journalist Martin Sixsmith (Steve Coogan) helps her in her search. PG-13 1hr 38min The Celtic Film...
This film series brings art house film flavor to your Tuesdays. Plus, meet new friends, hear from special guests who are film experts, enjoy light refreshments, and have a discussion after the film. May 14: Man on Wire (2008) PG-13 This suspenseful Oscar-winning documentary revisits the artistic crime of the century: high-wire daredevil Philippe Petit’s...
Now in its 21st year, the Throwback Thursday Film Series screens a variety of classic movies for an adult audience. May’s Theme: MAY I Have This Dance May 16: Grease (1978) PG Can the greaser (John Travolta) and the good girl (Olivia Newton-John) find love at Rydell High in 1958? This popular musical, based on...
A brass ensemble (Trumpet, Horn, Trombone and Tuba) presents an interactive specialty program for young people, including a performance and question and answer session.