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Sunday March 26 @ 4pm

Enjoy an afternoon of laughter at the cinema: we present Buster Keaton’s masterful comedy Steamboat Bill, Jr (1928), preceded by his iconic & innovative short film One Week (1920). The films will be accompanied by a live piano soundtrack by Kingston’s own improvisational genius Spencer Evans!

Book Launch: Author & Podcaster Ryan Barnett will be in attendance to introduce the films & sign copies of his new graphic novel: Buster Keaton: A Life in Pictures (available for purchase before & after the film).

Ryan Barnett is a Porkpie Scholar and host of the podcast series Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North. He lives in Montreal with his partner and daughter.

Secure your advance tickets now:

  • $17.70+hst (=$20) – General Admission
  • $14.15+hst (=$16) – Members
  • $11.50+hst (=$13) – Youth 17 & Under

This event is already over 50% sold out, so buy your advance tickets soon to avoid disappointment!

Series
Genre
Live MusicSilent Comedy
Runtime 19 minutes (One Week) + 71 minutes (Steamboat Bill, Jr)
Rated G
Directed By Buster Keaton
Starring Buster Keaton with music by Spencer Evans
Country
USA

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