Matinee Movie: Yankee Doodle Dandy

Nominated for 8 Academy Awards and starring Jimmy Cagney, best known for his roles as a gangster, taking home best actor honors. Although this musical biopic is an idealized look at George M. Cohan “The Man who Owned Broadway”, the soundtrack is guaranteed to rev you up if you are new to it or bring back cherished memories if you’re taking a walk down memory lane. With moving performances by accomplished actors, dance numbers, pathos, pageantry, and uproarious comedy, you’ll find it’s a great way to get ready to celebrate July 4th.

In 1993, the movie Yankee Doodle Dandy was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.”

USA 126 minutes 1942
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In July 2026 we honor the 250th birthday of the United States by celebrating the anniversary of its independence, marking a historic milestone known as the Semi quincentennial. Join us for these exciting upcoming lectures which shine a spotlight on the uniquely creative and innovative contributions to our American culture.

Star Spangled Jazz – Songs and movie musicals sustained Americans and the Troops during WW11, learn more on Tuesday, 7/7 @ 1:00 pm

Opera – Hear how American Opera came into prominence with San Francisco Opera’s Dramaturg Emeritus on Thursday, 7/9 at 1:00 pm

Elvis – What’s more uniquely American than Elvis in the 1950s? Hear from our rock historian on Thursday, 7/30 @ 1:00 pm