Phantom of the Opera Live with Jeff Rapsis
Long before Andrew Lloyd Webber created the hit stage musical, this silent film adaptation starring Lon Chaney helped place 'Phantom' firmly in the pantheon of both horror and romance. See it if you dare! Enjoy a classic silent film with live music on Saturday, March 14th at 3:00 PM in the Hermann Room. Runtime is 107 minutes.
Pianist Jeff Rapsis brings the film to life with live accompaniment. Jeff Rapsis is a writer/editor, educator, and also a composer and performer who specializes in creating live musical scores for silent film screenings.
He does other things, too. Specific talents include an ability to place coins on either elbow and then catch them in the same hand before they hit the floor, though sometimes he misses and the coins go flying just everywhere. He's also an award-winning journalist, newspaper publisher, and owner of multiple dogs. Contact: jeffrapsis (at) gmail.com