COVINGTON- Saturday, February 27th, beginning at 7 p.m., The Cultural Alliance of the Americas (CAOTA) will present their monthly movie night with a celebration of Black History Month at Studio 525 on Boston Street in Covington. This event will feature a documentary entitled “Race Movies: The Popular Art of the 1920s” as well as, the musical presentation “Rhythm and Blues Revue” filmed at New York’s Apollo Theatre in 1955. Musical guests include such luminaries as Nat King Cole, Sarah Vaughan and Count Basie.
The silent movie feature is a rare 1924 Stan Laurel comedy entitled “West of Hot Dog.” This was done before he teamed up with Oliver Hardy and they became one of the most famous duos in Hollywood history. In addition to the Laurel short, there will be other tidbits, as well as a vintage cartoon. Live musical accompaniment for the film will be provided by internationally and nationally acclaimed local musicians, Roderick Paulin, saxophone and Don Vappie, banjo and guitar.
There will be a $10 donation at the door, with snacks and beverages available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and seating is limited, so please come early. Be sure to check for future “Movie Nights” as this event is part of a regular series of Movie Screenings and live musical performances held monthly.
