A special screening of the classic silent horror film “Phantom of the Opera,” featuring accompaniment by Doug Protsik on old-time piano will be presented by ArtsFarmington at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at the Emery Community Arts Center, Main Street, in Farmington.
“Phantom of the Opera” star Lon Chaney, renowned for his mastery in portraying tortured and afflicted characters, stars as Erik, a disfigured and masked figure who dwells beneath the Paris Opera House. The plot revolves around Erik’s fixation on a young opera singer, whom he guides in her pursuit of stardom, albeit with ominous undertones.
Protsik, a graduate of UMF, is known for his skill in providing musical accompaniment to silent movies and various events, including several hosted by ArtsFarmington. He has composed and recorded 12 original silent movie scores for Turner Classic Movie silent film restorations and has been performing old-time piano for over 40 years. His expertise also extends to fiddling, and he serves as the director of Maine Fiddle Camp.
Admission will costs $15, with free entry for children, as well as UMF students.
For more information visit artsfarmington.org.
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