Long Island|Local Event
Lady Day: The Life and Legacy of Billie Holiday, presented by Jack Schnur at Great Neck Library
Event Details
Celebrate Juneteenth with Jack Schnur as he explores the profound life and legacy of Billie Holiday. This multimedia journey delves into her music, faith, and the immense cultural impact of songs like 'Strange Fruit,' which gave a voice to both personal struggle and a nation's collective memory. Through a curated selection of audio, video, and interview clips, Schnur highlights how Billie Holiday left an unshakeable mark on American history.
A veteran of the industry, Jack Schnur spent 30 years as a videotape editor for CBS. He now brings his decades of expertise to local libraries, where he is a well-known lecturer on the history of entertainment.
The presentation takes place at the Great Neck Library (159 Bayview Avenue) on Monday, June 1, at 2:00 p.m. No registration is necessary; seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For further details, please call the Great Neck Library at (516) 466-8055 or email adultprogramming@greatnecklibrary.org.