‘Airplane!’ Screening and Q&A with Cast Coming to Evansville
Don't call me Shirley! The cast of the iconic comedy, Airplane!, is coming to Evansville in 2026.
If you are a fan of comedy movies, and you have never seen Airplane!, you can't call yourself a comedy fan. Forty-six years ago, in 1980, the world was introduced to the slapstick comedy that is widely recognized as one of the best comedy films of all time. For those who haven't seen Airplane!, the comedy is about he crew becoming sick with food poisoning, and a neurotic ex-fighter pilot must safely land the commercial airplane full of passengers. The film stars Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, Robert Stack, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and the late, great comedic genius, Leslie Nielsen.
This movie delivers multiple lines that I use in everyday life, including the notorious "Don't call me Shirley." It's one of those movies that you just can't help but laugh at. Now, you're going to have the chance to do that in Evansville alongside a couple of the stars of Airplane! with a special screening and Q&A that you won't want to miss.
'Airplane!' Screening and Q&A with Cast Coming to Evansville
According to a press release, the comedy classic, Airplane!, is cleared for takeoff once again with a special big-screen screening, followed by a live Q&A with stars Julie Hagerty (flight attendant “Elaine Dickinson”) and Robert Hays (reluctant pilot “Ted Striker”). This can't-miss event will "crash land" at the Victory Theatre on May 14, giving comedy fans the chance to experience this iconic film as it was meant to be seen – on the big screen, 46 years after its original release.
Not only will fans have the opportunity to watch the film, but after the screeing, attendees will be greeted by Hagerty and Hays will take the stage for a live, moderated Q&A. According to the press release, the stars will share behind-the-scenes stories, creative insights, and personal memories from the making of the film – offering fans an inside look into the creation of this legendary comedy.
The press release also mentions that there will be a limited number of “First Class” VIP meet & greet tickets available to add on to tickets and include a professionally shot photo with Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays, and a tour poster autographed by the pair.
Tickets for this special event start at $44.75 (plus applicable service fees), and go on sale Friday, January 16, at 10 am via Ticketmaster.com and at the Ford Center box office.