Before the movie-concert, Alcoléa & cie and Cinema St. Louis invite you to step into a world of imagination, invention, and magic. Through excerpts from the show and a behind-the-scenes look at Méliès’ groundbreaking special effects, you’ll join the Alcoléa team on a journey where history meets wonder. As a special treat, you’ll also get an up-close discovery of the extraordinary instruments that bring this cinematic concert to life!
Accessibility: Free and open to all ages.

Right in the Eye is a one-of-a-kind multimedia performance that brings the whimsical world of early cinema pioneer Georges Méliès (1861–1938) to life. Conceived by Jean-François Alcoléa, the show features 12 of Méliès’ groundbreaking silent films accompanied by a dazzling live score performed by three virtuoso musicians. Using more than 50 instruments—from piano, guitar, and percussion to theremin, aquaphone, music boxes, and even everyday objects like stemware and plastic lids—they create an imaginative soundscape that mirrors Méliès’ own spirit of invention. Blending concert, cinema, and theatrical magic, this playful and immersive experience captures the humor, wonder, and fantasy of early film while delighting audiences of all ages. Recommended for ages 5+.