Come enjoy a Sunday afternoon with silent film classics accompanied live by professional pianist Adam Swanson (to learn more about Adam read below)! The next Silent Sunday is going to be a Silent Short Extravaganza! In order present a broad spectrum of silent film for new fans, Swanson will screen and accompany FOUR short two-reel comedies featuring a variety of stars of the silent period.
The jovial yet tragic early film star Fatty Arbuckle will be featured alongside Buster Keaton, followed by Charlie Chaplin, Laurel and Hardy, and lastly a special short from the 1920s perfectly suited for audiences from Durango—Chasing Choo Choos starring Monty Banks.
The historic Henry Strater Theatre is a perfect venue for silent film—experience vintage cinema the way it was meant to be! A cash bar with popcorn and candy will be open. These events will be family friendly, so bring your kids and enjoy this fun and unique opportunity.