Join Steven Ball, organist and artist in residence at Tampa Theatre for an exciting look at the live music that defined the silent film era. Beginning with the pioneering work of the American Mutoscope and Biograph Company and continuing through the epic films of D.W. Griffith, this program showcases the role played by music scores and performing artists in America’s emerging film industry.

Thursday, October 8
5:30 PM light refreshments | 6:00 PM lecture begins
Plant Hall Grand Salon
Free Admission





This event is held in conjunction with our special exhibit Cigar City Cinema: Tampa Goes to the Movies, 1897-1936.

Exhibit generously underwritten by:

The Betsy and Steve Chambers Family Foundation