Starts at $41.
Steamboat Bill, Jr.
Silent film with live music by the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra
Step back into the golden age of cinema for a screening of Steamboat Bill, Jr. (1928), Buster Keaton’s beloved silent-film comedy, presented with live musical accompaniment by the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra.
Hailed as the world’s only year-round professional ensemble dedicated to re-creating the sounds of early musical theater, silent cinema, and vintage dance, the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra brings the film to life with period-authentic music performed in real time.
Released by United Artists, Steamboat Bill, Jr. was the final film produced by Keaton’s independent production team and features his signature blend of physical comedy, precise timing, and daring stunts. Directed by Charles Reisner and inspired by the popular song “Steamboat Bill,” the film culminates in one of cinema’s most iconic moments — Keaton standing perfectly still as the façade of a collapsing house falls harmlessly around him.
This rare pairing of classic film and live orchestral performance offers a vivid, immersive experience, a must-see for film lovers, music enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the origins of movie magic.
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