Battleship Potemkin (1925) silent film World Premier live score by George Sarah + 9 Piece Ensemble
Schedule
Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Sierra Madre Playhouse | Sierra Madre, CA
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Battleship Potemkin (1925) silent film World Premiere of live musical score by George Sarah • string quartet + vocal quartet + Electronics.Friday and Saturday Aug 14 and 15, 2026
at the Sierra Madre Playhouse
87 W Sierra Madre Blvd
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
All Ages
Join us for a powerful screening of Sergei Eisenstein’s groundbreaking silent film Battleship Potemkin, now re-imagined through a live score composed by George Sarah. 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. Known for bridging electronic, classical and chamber music traditions, Sarah brings his unique sonic voice to this cinematic masterpiece—integrating string quartet textures, a four-voice vocal ensemble, and subtle electronic elements to transform the screening into a multi-sensory experience.
The film charts the 1905 uprising aboard the Russian battleship Potemkin, a cinematic landmark whose montage, rhythm and emotional energy still resonate. Under Sarah’s score, the visuals are echoed and amplified: the strings underscore dramatic tension and camaraderie; the voices give human edge to mass uprising; the electronics add depth and contemporary resonance. The result is an event where silent-film history meets live music vitality. A 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Set in Sierra Madre Playhouse’s intimate setting, you’ll hear every phrase of the quartet, feel the breath of the voices, and watch the images as if for the first time. This isn’t just a screening—it’s a concert, a revival, and a moment of connection between film, sound, and live presence. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience one of cinema’s boldest works with a live score crafted for today’s audience.
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Where is it happening?
Sierra Madre Playhouse, Akt Academy - Alison Kalmus Theater, 87 W Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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