Britain's What's On Event Guide
Dr Jeckyll & Mr Hyde - silent film with organ accompaniment
Prepare for a spine-chilling evening at Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on October 24th, 2024, with a special Halloween screening of the 1920 silent horror film Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde. Experience the haunting spectacle with a live soundtrack composed on a 1930s Wurlitzer pipe organ by acclaimed organist Aaron Hawthorne. The immersive event will transport guests into the eerie world of Dr Jekyll's laboratory, with surprises lurking in every shadow.
Victoria Hall in Saltaire is set to transform into a den of mystery and suspense on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, for a special Halloween event like no other. At 7 pm, the doors will creak open to welcome guests into a world where shadows dance, secrets whisper, and darkness prevails. At 7:30 pm, the lights will dim, and the audience will be transported back in time to witness the 1920 silent horror classic Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde, accompanied by a live, haunting soundtrack performed on a 1930s Wurlitzer pipe organ by internationally acclaimed organist, Aaron Hawthorne.
The immersive experience promises to captivate all senses. With every note played on the thunderous Wurlitzer organ, Aaron Hawthorne will weave an unforgettable musical tapestry that perfectly complements the chilling visuals of this silent masterpiece.
About the Film: Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde (1920)
Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde is a silent horror thriller that has stood the test of time, continuing to terrify and enthral audiences over a century after its release. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novella, the film follows the dual lives of the kind-hearted Dr. Henry Jekyll and his monstrous alter ego, Mr. Edward Hyde. This adaptation, noted for its ground-breaking use of makeup and special effects, vividly brings to life the horror of unchecked ambition and the dark side of human nature. Aaron Hawthorne, an acclaimed organist celebrated for his dynamic and emotionally charged performances, will bring the silent film to life with his extraordinary talent
Victoria Hall in Saltaire is set to transform into a den of mystery and suspense on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, for a special Halloween event like no other. At 7 pm, the doors will creak open to welcome guests into a world where shadows dance, secrets whisper, and darkness prevails. At 7:30 pm, the lights will dim, and the audience will be transported back in time to witness the 1920 silent horror classic Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde, accompanied by a live, haunting soundtrack performed on a 1930s Wurlitzer pipe organ by internationally acclaimed organist, Aaron Hawthorne.
The immersive experience promises to captivate all senses. With every note played on the thunderous Wurlitzer organ, Aaron Hawthorne will weave an unforgettable musical tapestry that perfectly complements the chilling visuals of this silent masterpiece.
About the Film: Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde (1920)
Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde is a silent horror thriller that has stood the test of time, continuing to terrify and enthral audiences over a century after its release. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novella, the film follows the dual lives of the kind-hearted Dr. Henry Jekyll and his monstrous alter ego, Mr. Edward Hyde. This adaptation, noted for its ground-breaking use of makeup and special effects, vividly brings to life the horror of unchecked ambition and the dark side of human nature. Aaron Hawthorne, an acclaimed organist celebrated for his dynamic and emotionally charged performances, will bring the silent film to life with his extraordinary talent
Doors 6.30pm, performance starts 7pm and ends approx 10pm. Admission £15 (COS members and students £10, under 18s £5). Pay cash or by card on the door or book in advance at tinyurl.com/jekyllevent (booking fee applies).
The Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley, , West Yorkshire BD18 3JS
Thu 24 October