Charlie Chaplin in “The Circus” (1928)

Charlie Chaplin in “The Circus” (1928)

Silent Film Accompaniment

Monday,

June 29, 2024

/ 3:30 pm

(EST)

at Central Library, Dweck Center

/ 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238

  • Event Overview:
    The Brooklyn Public Library presents a screening of Charlie Chaplin's silent film "The Circus" with live piano accompaniment by Makia Matsumura.
  • Films to be screened:
    The Circus (1928, 72 minutes) directed by Charlie Chaplin This film features Chaplin's Tramp character finding refuge in a traveling circus, becoming its accidental star. The film will be played with Chaplin's composed soundtrack. The Battle of the Century (1927, 18 minutes) featuring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy Known for its epic pie fight, this short comedy will also include live piano accompaniment by Makia Matsumura. Not suitable for children under six