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There are many historical theaters that are still in use. These theaters are mostly in larger cities. Perhaps the most famous theater that still sees use to do is the Ed Sullivan theater. The 50s comedian and talk show host did his show from a theater in New York. The theater is still in use, although Sullivan has long since given his last performance here. The Late Show with David Letterman records its weekly broadcasts in this theater.

Ford’s theatre also remains in operation. Abraham Lincoln attended this playhouse throughout the civil war. John Wilkes Read more…

Experiencing movies at home can be one of the best and most intimate ways to view a film. It is not always required that the characters appear larger than life and burst your eardrums with their proclamations to make the experience of a film an emotional and engaging one. When you are viewing movies in your own home, you may be under the impression that the only way to make this a notable experience is to have a huge television that has three-dimensional capabilities and a sound system that is capable of rattling your neighbors windows.Never heard of this before? Get up to speed here. Not all Read more…

It’s been a long, hot summer here in Texas and you’ve likely spent a lot of time inside. We-ve got a few more weeks to go so we decided to hit our readers with a list of our favorite films set in Texas. Tune into your DirectStarTV and check listings for one of these classics
Any Given Sunday: Here-s a great film that will get you through the 100 degree heat and get you all revved up for football season. Read more…