Silent Film: The Cameraman (1928)
Cappella Performing Arts Center
Cappella Performing Arts Center
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Step back in time to the golden era of cinema as the Cappella Performing Arts Center presents a captivating evening featuring the silent film gem “The Cameraman” (Buster Keaton, 1928). Accompanied by the mesmerizing live organ performance of Peter Krasinski on the iconic Möller Organ, this event promises a unique fusion of visual storytelling and auditory artistry. Join us for an unforgettable cinematic experience that transports you to a bygone era of laughter, intrigue, and masterful music.
“The Cameraman” (1928) follows Buster Keaton as a hapless photographer who aspires to win the heart of a charming woman and become a successful newsreel cameraman. Hilarity ensues as he navigates mishaps and comedic situations while trying to capture newsworthy events. Through a series of misadventures and a mix of physical comedy, Keaton’s character grows and proves his worth in the fast-paced world of news reporting. The film showcases Keaton’s signature deadpan humor, inventive stunts, and showcases his remarkable ability to blend physicality with humor in a heartwarming and side-splitting narrative.
Join us for an extended musical treat – UWL Jazz students shine at the Afterglow on Thursday, March 14, followed by a captivating session with Paul Liethold on Friday, March 15! Stay and immerse yourself in these enchanting performances that will keep the rhythm alive well beyond the film’s end.
Performers
PETER EDWIN KRASINSKI is broadly recognized as a motivating consultant for the pipe organ community, and as a conductor, organist and music educator, whose imaginative and energetic performances elevate and inform audiences. Along with regular concert appearances he specializes in live improvised silent film accompaniment, worldwide. He has premiered the art in major venues in North America, Europe and Asia. He is the recipient of a number of prizes including the First Prize in Improvisation from the American Guild of Organists National Competition.
House Organist of the Providence Performing Arts Center, Mr. Krasinski was past Dean of the Boston Chapter AGO. He is Organist at First Church of Christ, Scientist in Providence RI, accompanist at Beth El Temple Center in Belmont, MA and recently presented Master Classes at the Sibelius Academy, Helsinki, Finland. He holds both a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education and Organ Performance, and the Master of Sacred Music Degree from Boston University.