Saturday 30 May, 11:00

City Lights: Charlie Chaplin

The OSR presents a cine-concert featuring Charlie Chaplin’s “City Lights”. Conducted by Philippe Béran, the 90-minute session offers a fresh perspective on this silent film classic with a live orchestration, enhancing the experience of this iconic movie.

Rue du Général-DUFOUR 14,
1204 Genève
Photo Credit: © RoyExportSAS
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Photo Credit: © RoyExportSAS

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