LAKEPORT, Calif. – The 1959 musical, “The Five Pennies,” starring Danny Kaye, Barbara Bel Geddes and Bob Crosby, screens at the Soper Reese Theatre on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 1 and 6 p.m.

Entry to the film is by donation.

This biopic about the struggle for success of jazz trumpeter, Red Nichols, was nominated for several Academy Awards and includes appearances by many of the best jazz musicians of the day including Louis Armstrong.

Tuesday Weld, who plays one of Nichols’ daughters, received a Golden Globe award for most promising newcomer.

The film is solidly crafted, with one of Danny Kaye’s best performances as a man attempting to balance the promise of his musical genius with his love for and commitment to his family.

The movie is sponsored by Karen Weston. Not rated. Run time is 1 hour and 57 minutes.

The Soper Reese Theatre is located at 275 S. Main St., Lakeport, 707-263-0577, www.soperreesetheatre.com.