Classical Music
Best of StummfilmKonzerte 26
Saturday, 07/11/2026 / 07:30 PM - 10:00 PM / Kulturkirche Altona
- club concert
- from 10.00€ to 20.00€
Stephan Graf von Bothmer:
Films by Charlie Chaplin, Stan & Ollie, Buster Keaton and The Little Rascals
On stage, once again, a screen and a grand piano. The lights dim, and Stephan Graf von Bothmer, with his music, brings four of the best silent films by Laurel and Hardy, Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and The Little Rascals to life in the Altona Cultural Church, treating the audience to a lighthearted and humorous evening. Live at the piano and brilliantly virtuosic: concert and cinema simultaneously – a magnificent spectacle full of wit and good cheer for the whole family.
This time you can see and hear:
Day Dreams (Buster Keaton)
In Day Dreams, Buster Keaton searches for professional success in the big city in order to obtain permission to marry the woman of his dreams. He takes on various jobs (janitor, employee at an animal clinic, street cleaner, extra in a play, etc.) but repeatedly fails in comical ways. This leads him into numerous absurd and dangerous situations. Legendary are the scenes in which he hangs from the back of a moving streetcar like a flag or runs through the paddle wheel of a ferry like a hamster. [Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton, USA 1922]
A Dog's Life (Charlie Chaplin)
Charlie Chaplin's short film *A Dog's Life* tells the story of the Tramp, a homeless and lovable character. He teams up with a stray dog named Scraps, with whom he quickly becomes friends. When he meets a singer and accidentally discovers some buried stolen goods, the chance for a better life opens up for all three of them. Of course, only after all sorts of hilarious mix-ups and chases. [Charles Chaplin, USA 1918]
Double Whoopee / Double Hurrah (Stan & Ollie)
The short film Double Whoopee, starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, is set in a luxurious hotel where preparations are underway for an important event. Stan works there as a bellboy, but his clumsiness triggers a chain of mishaps. Oliver also gets caught up in the chaos and tries in vain to bring the situation under control. Together, they create increasing confusion among the guests and staff. In the end, the mayhem escalates in typical Stan and Ollie fashion, providing numerous comic highlights. [Lewis R. Foster, USA 1929]
Wiggle your Ears! (The Little Rascals)
Mary Ann finds Harry's ear wiggling amusing, but he only wants to do it for Jean, whom he admires. Joe, who in turn likes Mary Ann, tries several times to impress her, but simply cannot move his ears. Even an attempt to make them wiggle with string and chewing gum fails miserably. Their actions quickly spiral out of control, leading to a series of misunderstandings and pranks. What won't one do for love... [Robert F. McGowan, Hal Roach (Producer), USA 1929]
Stephan Graf von Bothmer accompanies the films with his own unique and virtuosic film scores, not only bringing the humor of the characters and situations to life but also exploring the depths of the films with their contemplative moments. "He doesn't simply set to music what he sees, but rather captures in sound what the film wants to say." (Handelsblatt)
So far, he has delighted over 250,000 guests on five continents with his silent film concerts. Laughter connects – everywhere and worldwide.
With live film music and narration
Stephan von Bothmer, piano | Composition
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Advance booking: €17.60 (incl. booking fees)
Box office: €20 (€10 reduced)
Venue:
Altona Cultural Church non-profit GmbH
At St. John's Church 22 - 22767 Hamburg
Max-Brauer-Allee / near Sternbrücke
The toilets are not wheelchair accessible, but there is a wheelchair-accessible side entrance.
Drinks and snacks available - free seating - the church is heated
Program subject to change
Directions :
At St. John's Church 22 - 22767 Hamburg
Located on Max-Brauer-Allee / near Sternbrücke
6 bus stops in the immediate vicinity (bus lines 3, 15, 115, 183, 20, 25)
A 5-minute walk to the Holstenstrasse S-Bahn station (lines S2, S5) or a bus...
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