Clark Wilson transports us back to 15th-century Paris with a spine-tingling organ accompaniment to The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Lon Chaney stars as Quasimodo in the 1923 silent film remembered as Universal Studio’s smash-hit “Super Jewel”—the company’s largest, most expensive, and top-priority production at the time.

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Halloween Organ, Film & Music

Walt Disney Concert Hall

On the opening night of The Lerner Theatre in 1924, the newest of Buster Keaton’s photoplays dawned the silver screen alongside a live accompaniment on the brand-new 1924 Kimball Pipe Organ. One hundred years later, The Lerner celebrates its centennial year with the return of this film and a commemorative performance on the original 1924 Kimball Organ installed for opening night. Join us in celebration of The Lerner’s 100 years at the last installment of The Lerner’s 2024 Silent Film Series featuring “The Navigator.”

The Navigator – Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson

The Lerner Theatre 

Silent film specialist Clark Wilson returns for Walt Disney Concert Hall’s annual Halloween concert, performing a chilling, original organ score to the 1922 Nosferatu—one of the most influential works in cinema and the horror genre—live to picture.

Halloween Organ, Film & Music: Nosferatu

Experience a hauntingly unforgettable evening at the Walt Disney Concert Hall with the "Halloween Organ, Film & Music: Nosferatu" event on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 8:00 PM. This annual Halloween concert features the talented silent film specialist Clark Wilson, who will captivate the audience with a chilling, original organ score performed live to the 1922 cinematic masterpiece, Nosferatu. Recognized as one of the most influential works in both cinema and the horror genre, Nosferatu's eerie narrative will be brought to life through the powerful and atmospheric sounds of the organ, played by Wilson.

This performance is set against the backdrop of the Walt Disney Concert Hall's iconic 6,134-pipe organ, a towering presence that enhances the auditory experience with its rich and enveloping sound. The event promises no intermission, ensuring an uninterrupted journey into the heart of classic horror.

In addition to the main performance, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the music and film through "Upbeat Live: Halloween Organ & Film with Alan Chapman and Clark Wilson," where both Chapman and Wilson will delve into the program, offering insights and enhancing the overall experience.

Please note that programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability are subject to change. All sales are final, and ticket limits may apply. Join us for a night where music and film converge to celebrate the spirit of Halloween in an event that promises to be both spine-tingling and mesmerizing.

The Society of the Four Arts

Get ready for a night of spine-tingling laughter at the third installment of The Lerner Theatre’s 2024 Silent Film Series featuring the classic gem “The Cat and the Canary”!

The Cat & The Canary – Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson

All aboard! Embark on a nostalgic ride through the golden age of silent cinema at the second installment of The Lerner Theatre’s 2024 Silent Film Series showing “Chasing Choo Choos” and “The General!” This spectacular series is presented by The Friends of the Lerner and Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Elkhart County.

Chasing Choo Choos & The General – Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson

Experience an evening of timeless entertainment at the first installment of The Lerner Theatre’s 2024 Silent Film Series!

Laurel & Hardy – Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson

The annual Halloween haunt at Walt Disney Concert Hall features one of the most classic horror movies of the 1920s, The Phantom of the Opera, starring Lon Chaney as Erik, the Phantom, in makeup he famously constructed for the role. The projection of the 1925 silent film will be accompanied by a live soundtrack performed by organist Clark Wilson.

Clark Wilson

Events

Past events

Oct 31, 2025

Halloween Organ, Film & Music · Los Angeles Philharmonic

Nov 24, 2024

The Navigator – Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson · The Lerner Theatre

Future and recently performed repertoire

Organ in The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Menken

Los Angeles Philharmonic

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