Calendar of Events
Gloria Norman Dancers Reunion
Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010
Time: 12:00 PM -3:00 PM
Location: Arlington Senior Citizens Center
1078 Rogero Road, Jacksonville's Arlington Neighborhood
Former students of the Gloria Norman School of Dance will meet to renew old friendships and reminisce about the fiery redhead who taught them to trip the light fantastic. Who knows - a few might even dance a few steps they remember. A camera crew will be on hand to interview dancers for inclusion in a documentary.The event will include tours of the Norman Studios property and other Old Arlington historic sites.
Film Florida Legends Award Gala
Date: Tuesday, June 22
Time: 6:30 PM-10:00 PM
Location: WJCT Soundstage, 100 Festival Park Avenue near Downtown, Jacksonville
Tickets: Information TBA
Late silent filmmaker Richard Norman is among several who will be honored as a Film Florida Legend. The annual award honors those whose work has made a significant contribution to Florida's film industry. CLICK HERE to learn more about the Film Florida Legend Awards.
San Francisco Silent Film Festival Screening of The Flying Ace
Date: Saturday, July 17
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Castro Theater, 429 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA
Tickets: Festival passes run $140 to $180. Information on tickets for select screenings TBA.
The San Francisco Silent Film Festival runs July 15-18. This year's event features a screening of The Flying Ace, with original piano accompaniment by world renowned musician and NSSFM friend Donald Sosin. Also featured is a screening of Fritz Lang's recently rediscovered original version of Metropolis. CLICK HERE for info on the San Francisco Silent Film Festival.
Richard and Oscar: Filmmaking in Black and White, an original play by Stage Aurora Theatre Co.
Date: Saturday, July 25
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Tickets: TBA
This original play by Stage Aurora Theatrical Co. founder and Broadway veteran Darryl Reuben Hall explores the relationship between two of silent film's most prolific visionaries, Richard Norman and Oscar Micheaux, widely considered the father of black film. The one-time-only performance is part of the annual Stage Aurora Black Arts Festival. CLICK HERE to learn more about Stage Aurora Theatrical Co.
Other Events in Development...
Dates are approximate. Check back regularly as we finalize the details.
Screening of Hollywood East - Jacksonville's Silent Film Heyday: A documentary co-produced by students at the Art Institute of Jacksonville and NSSFM chronicling Jacksonville's days as the "Winter Film Capitol of the World."
Wayne Wood Presents Jacksonville's Silent Film Heyday: A slide show presentation by historian Wayne Wood, considered the premier keeper of Jacksonville's story. August 2010
Silent Sundays: Kickoff of a quarterly screening of a silent film tentatively planned for the Casa Marina Hotel in Jacksonville Beach, a historic oceanfront property that hosted many of the early film stars who worked and wintered in Jacksonville. September 2010
Jacksonville Film Festival - Norman Studios Silent Film Gala: A special party planned for the Norman Studios property. Potential features include a silent film screening, dancing and silent auction. October 2010
Norman Studios Halloween Masquerade: This party hearkens back to the way Americans originally celebrated Halloween. Adult-only parties featured elaborate costumes and feasts. Features will include a Halloween / film memorabilia display from the collection of historian Herman McEachin, a costume contest and a silent film screening. October 2010
Gloria Norman Tribute Gala: For many locals, the Norman Studios property is best known as the place where they learned performance dance from Gloria Norman, know as much for her fiery red hair and matching personality as for her skill as a dancer and instructor. Features include the screening of a documentary on Gloria and the property's dance history, appearances by Gloria's dancers, a dance performance and contest with the winner receiving a scholarship to the local dance school of her or his choice. January 2011
Norman Studios Film, Fashion & Arts Event (yet to be named): A gala event featuring works by local artists and fashion designers inspired by silent film. April 2011
Student Silent Film Contest: Short films produced by local elementary, middle school, high school and college students. June 2011
