Temple Beth Shalom hosts “The Golden Age of TV”

An entertaining and nostalgic event, “The Golden Age of Television,” will be presented by retired entertainment attorney Steve Katz at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, at Temple Beth Shalom of the West Valley.

Steve, a long-time Temple Beth Shalom member, was an attorney to the stars for 30 years in Los Angeles, specializing in the motion picture and TV industries. He will guide you down memory lane with a medley of TV themes from the 1950s, and hilarious Golden Age memories from Ed Sullivan, Milton Berle, Sid Caesar, Burns & Allen, American Bandstand and many more.

During his career, he represented writers, directors, producers, actors and entertainers, including Dick Clark, Cher, Donald Sutherland and Michael Crichton. Now retired and living in The Grand in Surprise, Steve teaches classes as part of Rio Salado Community College’s RISE Learning for Life program about the history of television and motion pictures. He also has taught about the history of stand-up comedy.

“The Golden Age of Television” event is a tribute to the late Temple Beth Shalom president, Jonathan Werbel, who passed away in October. Donations to the Temple in Jonathan’s memory would be appreciated.

Don’t miss this fun-filled event at Temple Beth Shalom, 12202 N. 101st Ave. in Sun City! Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. To purchase advance tickets, go to tbsaz.org or contact the Temple office at 623.977.3240 or templebethshalomaz@gmail.com.

For everyone’s safety, PLEASE, no backpacks or purses will be allowed. You can utilize a clear purse or clear plastic bag.Otherwise, please leave your items in your car. There will be a security guard onsite.