Georges Méliès: Right in the Eye

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Friday, Mar 28, 2025
7 p.m.

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Saturday, Mar 29, 2025
2 p.m.

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Free with general admission

*General museum admission is FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.

Location:

Detroit Film Theatre

5200 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
United States

Right in the Eye invites audiences of all ages on an extraordinary multimedia journey through the imaginative world of Georges Méliès, the legendary filmmaker and cinematographer. Created by Jean François Alcoléa, this live production showcases twelve of Méliès’ silent films, accompanied by a spellbinding live score performed by three virtuoso musicians. 

Using an eclectic array of instruments—ranging from piano, guitar, and percussion to the theremin, aquaphone, and even plastic take-out lids—the music captures the technical brilliance and whimsical creativity that define Méliès’ cinematic legacy.

Performances:

  • Friday (75 min.)
  • Saturday (55 min.)

Free with museum admission.

“It is at once inventive, elegant, and moving … right to the core!” –Chronique Festival Avignon

 

Weekend Family Programs at the DIA are generously presented by the MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation.

 

Thre whimsical characters in a hot air balloon next to a moon with a face

Right in the Eye invites audiences of all ages on an extraordinary multimedia journey through the imaginative world of Georges Méliès, the legendary filmmaker and cinematographer. Created by Jean François Alcoléa, this live production showcases twelve of Méliès’ silent films, accompanied by a spellbinding live score performed by three virtuoso musicians. 

Using an eclectic array of instruments—ranging from piano, guitar, and percussion to the theremin, aquaphone, and even plastic take-out lids—the music captures the technical brilliance and whimsical creativity that define Méliès’ cinematic legacy.

Performances:

  • Friday (75 min.)
  • Saturday (55 min.)

Free with museum admission.

“It is at once inventive, elegant, and moving … right to the core!” –Chronique Festival Avignon

 

Weekend Family Programs at the DIA are generously presented by the MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation.