The Now Playing Newport Music Series presents, on Sunday, February 1st at 4 pm a 100 Anniversary Screening of Chaplin Films

In 1914, Charles Chaplin appeared for the first time in a costume which, over a hundred years later, is instantly recognizable. During his long life and career, Chaplin famously enjoyed the prestige and wealth that came with his filmic accomplishments (notably, co-founding the United Artists studio along with fellow Hollywood luminaries Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks and D. W. Griffith.

Hailed as the cinema's first genius, Chaplin set the standard for silent screen comedy as a performer, writer and director. Starting with his features, he began composing his own music scores.  

This is a rare chance to see three early short comedies made during the period Chaplin called “the happiest period of my career.” Bradleigh Stockwell - local filmmaker and silent film enthusiast - will be introducing these films to Newport. Join us to see why, 100 years later, Chaplin is still considered one of the most important (and funniest) people to ever appear on film and hear great music composed for silent these films.

On the program:
The Fireman (1916), The Vagabond (1916), Easy Street (1917)
Proceeds to benefit the St. Mark’s Food Shelf.

Tickets RE $5, adult and $2.50 for those under 16.
Don't miss this look back to great Silent Films.