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Perth band Viola Dana's live performance to Buster Keaton's The General will take you back to a 1920s film viewing experience.
Don't miss your chance to experience this truly magical showing at the historic Como Theatre on Preston Street.
Reviews of this show from the Revelation International Film Festival commented that it was "one of the faves"..."standing ovation"..."nothing short of brilliant"...and "it brought the house down."
>> About the band
Kathy Potter's new soundtrack for the film is infused with American folk tunes, Steve Reich-inspired train evocations and the spontaneity of jazz improvisation to help illuminate Keaton's masterful performance for a contemporary audience.
Viola Dana are Jozef Grech (guitar and banjo), Pete Guazzelli (drums and percussion, Tristen Parr (cello) and Kathy Potter (viola). Book your tickets online now to avoid missing out!
>> About the film
One of the most revered comedies of the silent era, Buster Keaton's 'The General' tells the story of a Southern railroad engineer Johnny Gray (Keaton) facing off in both hapless and hilarious ways against Union soldiers during the American Civil War.
Physical comedy at its absolute best!
Tickets are $25 + Booking Fee.
Have you seen our other Evolve events yet? Keen to go from spectator to active artistic participant (read: grand master in training)??
Well, don't stop now!
Head to southperth.wa.gov.au/evolve2024 and book yourself in for the works (hint: they say art makes people happier....we agree)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Como Theatre on Preston Street, 16A Preston St, Como WA 6152, Australia,Perth, Western Australia
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