Dreaming of a White Christmas: A Behind the Scenes Look at Irving Berlin’s Classic Holiday Film and Stage Play

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Step behind the curtain of Irving Berlin’s beloved holiday classic in this festive Libation Lecture exploring the journey of White Christmas from iconic 1954 film to celebrated stage musical. Discover behind-the-scenes stories about the film’s legendary cast, unforgettable music, dazzling production design, and enduring cultural impact, while uncovering how this timeless tale of friendship, nostalgia, and holiday spirit continues to enchant audiences on stage and screen generations later.

This lecture coincides with the FAC theatre production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas , on stage from November 19 – December 27 .

Themed Cocktail : Snowflake Martini

Lecturer : Ralph Giordano, Producer/Writer/Director of ArchAngel Productions, LLC

Tickets : $26 ($20 for FAC Members), includes your first drink

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About Libation Lectures

Libation Lectures is lecture series offering an educational twist to the traditional happy hour. Each lecture explores an aspect of the amazing art and artists from various FAC exhibitions and theatre shows, served up with a themed drink to help you really dive deep into the topic!

This lecture is part of the Libation Lectures Spring Series, which includes four lectures:

• Chasing the Cambrian Explosion , Friday, August 14

• A Victorian Gentlewoman in Colorado’s Mines , Friday, September 18

• The Bones of Tradition: The Many Lives of the Day of the Dead , Friday, October 23

• Dreaming of a White Christmas , Friday, November 20