Live Film Score - Sally Ford and the Idiomatics Modern Times at FED SQU.
Schedule
Wed, 18 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC+11:00Location
Federation Square, Melbourne | Melbourne, VI
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Step back into the golden age of cinema and experience Charlie Chaplin’s 1936 masterpiece Modern Times like never before – with a bold new live score performed by Sally Ford and the Idiomatics.This critically acclaimed classic of silent era films by one of the greatest silent film artists of all time is brought to life with an exciting new score, presented as part of our free series of Silent Cinema with Live Scores.
One of the last great silent comedies, Modern Times follows Chaplin’s beloved Little Tramp as he navigates a fast-paced, mechanised world – a story that’s as funny, moving and relevant today as ever.
Sally Ford and the Idiomatics reimagine Chaplin’s timeless satire on industrialisation, resilience and the human spirit with a rich, groove-drenched soundscape blending live instrumentation and electronica. Expect soaring vocals, cello, trombone, saxophones, mandolin, percussion and vintage sound effects – all combining to create a vibrant, cinematic experience for a new generation of audiences.
The deckchairs will be out, or you can BYO picnic rug – and bring along a film or music-loving friend to share this very special Big Screen and live music experience.
Presented by Fed Square with support from Insite Arts, as part of Open Air at the Square.
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