A Not-So-Silent Movie Night

Just in time for Halloween, Natural Lands and the Organ Historical Society (OHS) present a thrilling evening of classic cinema with organ accompaniment at Stoneleigh’s Main House. The 1925 silent film classic “The Phantom of the Opera” was originally intended to be screened with a live orchestral score. For this special evening, award-winning organist Peter Krasinski will bring the film to life with his energetic musical interpretation.

Peter 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 several prizes including the First Prize in Improvisation from the American Guild of Organists National Competition.

House Organist of the Providence Performing Arts Center, Peter 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 a Master of Sacred Music degree from Boston University.

Learn more about Peter and his work on his website.

To complete the movie theatre experience, guests will enjoy freshly popped popcorn, a candy bar, and beer and wine at the bar.   

This event is intended for adults 18 and over.