Name: It is Good to Be King: The High-Octane Humor of Mel Brooks (Hybrid)
Start: 2026-08-10T13:00:00-05:00
Location: North Shore Senior Center

North Shore Senior Center

From the Borscht Belt to the Oscar stage, Mel Brooks has spent a century making the world laugh. Author Susan GIbberman explores the life and legacy of this Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony-winning powerhouse who conquered Broadway, TV, and film. She dives into his "fearless" brand of satire and looks at how he turned taboos into comedy gold in classics like The Producers and Blazing Saddles. Celebrate a career built on wit, heart, and pure chutzpah.  NSSC Members $15 \ Non-Members $20

Local Event: It is Good to Be King: The High-Octane Humor of Mel Brooks (Hybrid)

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Monthly Klezmer Night with Maxwell Street Klezmer Band!
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<a href="https://www.klezmerband.com/klezmer-night-at-sabor-a-cafe" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learn more about Klezmer Night here.</a>
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Reservations recommended: Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://saboracafeniles.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">saboracafeniles.com</a>&nbsp;to make reservations online.

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