An original silent film shot in black and white around Van Cortlandt Manor echoes the tale of local legend Washington Irving’s The Adventure of the Mysterious Picture. Dr. Geoffrey Crayon is a vegetarian on a hunting trip, played by Tony award winner Bill Irwin. See what happens when a man of science has to sleep a night in a haunted room! 
On one side of the screen, a live band including an accordion, cello and electric guitar accompanies the silent movie, creating an eerie soundtrack. On the other side is a Foley artist, who produces live sound effects like a glass breaking or the creak of a floorboard.
This isn’t just an ordinary movie, but a unique and unforgettable live performance. In a 444-seat tent theater located in Philipsburg Manor, the short film lasts 40 minutes and runs through October 31st.