Grab a blanket or chair, put up your umbrella and tap dance over to Lorenzo after the Thursday, August 19 Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce concert at Lakeland Park for a free outdoor showing of the classic 1952 Gene Kelly musical, “Singin’ in the Rain.”  Sponsored by The Friends of Lorenzo, the movie will be shown at 8:30 pm, weather dependent, on the front lawn of the Mansion.  
Set in 1927, “Singin’ in the Rain,” follows Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly), former stuntman turned successful actor, his best friend and fellow actor, Cosmo Brown (Donald O’Connor), and love interest, actress Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen), as they make the transition from silent movies to talking pictures. Cursed with a less than desirable voice for the big screen, Don and Cosmo hatch a plan to dub Lina’s voice with that of aspiring actress, Kathy Selden (Debbie Reynolds). Jealous Lina uncovers their plan, and unwilling to share the credit with Kathy, threatens to sue the head of the movie company. But, when the film’s audience clamors for Lina to sing live at the premiere, Lina’s cover-up unravels.
While enjoying the open-air cinema, viewers may also enjoy a boxed dinner from the Brewster Inn. For $10, pre-ordered dinners will include one of three gourmet sandwich choices, a bag of chips, a homemade cookie and a bottle of water. A portion from each dinner sold will be donated back to the Friends of Lorenzo. Dinner orders must be placed anytime before Tuesday August 17, and boxed meals will be ready for pick up between 7:30 and 8:00 pm at Lorenzo.
Era-appropriate music, offered by Rick Gifford of Distant Fog DJ Service, and the film’s soundtrack will fill the air beforehand, so come early to purchase refreshments and popcorn, or to enjoy your Brewster Inn boxed dinner. The Friends of Lorenzo will also be selling custom lawn blankets as a summer fundraiser. Please call Lorenzo at (315) 655-3200 for more information.
Incorporated in 1975, The Friends of Lorenzo supports the many restoration, educational and community programs at Lorenzo. For more information about membership and the many activities of the Friends, visit www.LorenzoNY.org.

 


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