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Calendar for the Kimball Theatre

November 08, 2009

The Virginia Peninsula Jewish Film Festival on Merchants Square

November 08, 2009 3:00 PM

Sunday, November 8 — Yoo-Hoo Mrs. Goldberg at 3 p.m. (not rated)

This event begins with a complimentary Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Social at 2 p.m.

For more than 25 years, Gertrude Berg was one of the most familiar faces in American broadcasting and popular culture, as the creator, writer, producer, and star of The Goldbergs, arguably the first family sitcom. Director Aviva Kempner’s absorbing and acclaimed documentary tells the story of the tremendously popular program, which premiered on radio in 1929 and followed the struggles of a Jewish family living in a Bronx tenement. Moving to television in 1949, the show was a phenomenon, attracting a devoted, culturally diverse audience. Kempner’s film provides an intimate and detailed look into the life of Berg, who died in 1966 virtually forgotten by the executives of the industry that she helped build. 92 mins.

Tickets: Opening night (includes dessert reception) $20; Sun., Nov. 8 Adults $7, Seniors/Students $6

The Winter Series continues with three additional award-winning films.

January 30 and 31, 2010 — Villa Jasmin at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.
February 27 and 28, 2010 — Lemon Tree at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.
March 27 and 28, 2010 — Strangers at 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.

We thank you for supporting the diversity and thought-provoking dialogue our Peninsula Jewish Film Festival brings to our community.

It Might Get Loud

November 08, 2009 6:00 PM

Saturday, November 7 – Wednesday, November 11
November 7, 9–11 shows at 4:45 and 6:45 p.m.
November 8 shows at 6 and 7:45 p.m.
Rated: PG

Rarely can a film penetrate the glamorous surface of rock legends. It Might Get Loud tells the personal stories, in their own words, of three generations of electric guitar virtuosos; The Edge (U2), Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), and Jack White (The White Stripes). It reveals how each developed his unique sound and style of playing and lets you witness intimate moments and hear new music from each artist. It Might Get Loud might not affect how you play guitar, but it will change how you listen. This film is directed and produced by Davis Guggenheim (An Inconvenient Truth). Nov. 7, 9–11 screening room. 98 mins.

To view additional Kimball Theatre programs, please visit our calendar.