Enter the enchanting world of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920), one of the most iconic masterpieces of German Expressionism, brought to life by the extraordinary power of live music. Internationally acclaimed organist Aaron Hawthorne (Lanarkshire, Scotland) takes his place at the magnificent Wurlitzer-Strunk pipe organ at the Royal Tuschinski Theatre. Aaron will play the film's magnificent soundtrack, amplifying every shadow and psychological twist of this silent classic. Aaron previously appeared at the Royal Tuschinski Theatre in October 2023, performing the live organ music for The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923). He has previously accompanied The Phantom of the Opera (1925) and Nosferatu (1922).

Before the film begins, the audience will enjoy a special interactive demonstration explaining the theatre's historic organ. This is a rare opportunity to experience its vast sonic palette and discover how its complex mechanisms once defined the silent film era. Immerse yourself in an afternoon where silent film and symphonic storytelling collide, a captivating blend of image, sound, and imagination that celebrates both film history and the living art of live performance.