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Silents at Stissing - Charlie Chaplin’s groundbreaking feature The Kid
Sat, Feb 28
|The Stissing Center
Charlie Chaplin’s beloved silent classic The Kid is a heartwarming blend of comedy and tenderness that delights audiences of all ages. This family-friendly gem follows Chaplin and an irrepressible child through laughter, mischief, and deep affection.
Time & Location
Feb 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
The Stissing Center, 2950 Church St, Pine Plains, NY 12567, USA
About the event
"The New York Theatre Organ Society” returns to Pine Plains with the next installment of Silents at Stissing, a growing series dedicated to bringing classic silent cinema to life through the power of live theatre-organ accompaniment. This February, we are proud to present Charlie Chaplin’s groundbreaking feature The Kid, a film that continues to resonate with audiences more than a century after its release.
Blending comedy, pathos, and Chaplin’s unmistakable storytelling, The Kid remains one of the most influential works of the silent era. Its emotional richness is heightened even more when paired with live music, and for this performance, internationally acclaimed organist Peter Krasinski will accompany the film with a fully improvised score. Known for his exceptional artistry and instinct for dramatic timing, Krasinski transforms each screening into a one-of-a-kind experience, shaping the musical moment by moment as the story unfolds.
Presented in partnership with Stissing Center, this event continues our…