An Evening with Neil Brand - In Association with Northern Silents

Join us for an extraordinary opportunity to experience the insights of Neil Brand, Britain’s foremost silent cinema composer and a world-renowned expert on silent film. Neil, also an acclaimed writer and musician, brings two captivating shows to Morecambe.

Event starts 5pm and ends 10pm.

Music in Action 5pm (90 mins approx)

First, delve into the heart-pounding world of Music in Action. From the earliest cinematic spectacles to Golden Age Hollywood, discover how music elevates the most explosive action sequences. Neil Brand masterfully dissects iconic scenes—train crashes, aerial dogfights, devastating floods, and intense gangster shootouts—demonstrating the crucial role of music. With live piano accompaniment, he’ll guide you through clips from silent films, showcasing how cinema has brought mayhem to the screen over the years. The show culminates with the breathtaking stunts and comedic genius of Buster Keaton’s Sherlock Jr., a testament to silent cinema’s enduring power. This is a family show, designed to entertain and enlighten audiences of all ages, celebrating cinematic and musical artistry at its finest.

Funny Ladies of the Silent Screen 8pm (90 mins approx)

Discover the forgotten queens of comedy! In this brand-new show, Neil Brand celebrates the hilarious women who brought laughter to the silent era. From the charm of Edna Purviance to the innovative trick film heroines, and the wit of stars like Louise Fazenda, Beatrice Lillie, Colleen Moore, Clara Bow, Mabel Poulton, and Marion Davies – prepare for a delightful journey through silent cinema’s funniest moments. The show culminates in the brilliant antics of Anita Garvin and Marion Byron in A Pair of Tights. A must-see premiere!

Book tickets at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/morecambe/morecambe-winter-gardens-theatre/an-evening-with-neil-brand-in-association-with-northern-silents/2025-09-06/17:00/t-lnqppzl