AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume XLII, Issue 104, 3 May 1911, Page 6

AMUSEMENTS.

"VIA. WIRDDESS." "Via -Wireless , - was repeated by the J. C. Williamson London I>ramatJc Company to a fairiy numerous audience, considering tbe ■wintry weather prev<iUing, at His Majesty's Thea-tre last evening. Rapturous rounds of applause followed the completion of each act, and especially demonstrative was the audience in showing appreciation of the mechanical effects furnished in providing the foundry and shipwreck scenes. The •whole play was smoothly and effectively carried through, aud will be staged again this evening. OPERA. HOUSE. An excellent programme of vaudeville was presented at the Opera House last evening, and "K-as witnessed by a large and enthusiastic house. Harris and Vernon, the Seyffer Twins, Jones and Williams, and the Racoons all scored successes, and the old favourites were heartily applauded; The programme will' run for the reet of the week. WEST'S' PICTURES. The usual weekly change will take place at the Royal Albert Hall tnis evening. The series appears to be a comprehensive one, and is said to embrace several very fine subjects, including "A Visit to Wiemar"' (a'German seaport town). "Native Rejoicings in the Congo" is said to be very novel, and "Pathe's Gazette" contains several topical snapshots of interest. "She Wore a Wreath of Rbses" is the star dramatic, toy the noted' A.B. Co. "The Love of an Old Man," "A Gambler of the West," and

"Horse Thieves™ are reputed to be both powerful and thrilling. Ile-hnmoroile section includes "Studies in Expressions by a Koted- London -SUmic," "Babylos Inherits a .Panther," and "A Visit of a Friend." The programme as a whole shonld provide splendid entertainment to-patrons wto like (belt pictures carefully selected and presented.

FULLER'S PICTURES. The floe series of films now being shown at the EUngV Theatre attracted large numbers to the performance last evening.- The star picture is a historical drama entitled "Virginia," and the scenic and comic films are all unusually good. A matinee was held this afternoon, and the series win be bhown for <th.c last time to-night ORCHESTRAL SOCIETY.

The Aoctland Orchestrat Society win hold Its first concert of fhe 1911 seacoo in the Choral Hall this evening. The foil orchestra, assisted by the First Battalion Band, will play Tschaikowski's overture "1S12" and Svendson's symphonic ode "Romeo and Jnliet." Herr Batmond Pechotsch will play the Paganrai violin concerto, aTid Mr Bnrest Parkee will assist as vocalist. The box plan is now open at Wildman an - Arey's, and sabscribers may reserve tieir seats free o£ charge. CORONATION" BAZAAR. The Prince's Rink; which has been , for over a fortnight the scene of the-C6ronation ißazaar, in aid of the Mater Miserieordlee Hospital, was agalii filled by a large crowd of pleasure-seekers last evening. A good programme of mnsic aiwl dances was provided- Tie bazaar will be closed on Saturday, ana should produce a large sum for ite charitable object

ROLL/EX. SKATING. "■" ■< The Windsor Rink, TShree Lamps, continues to give satisfaction to large numbers of- skaters. The floor is in exceHent condition, and the best art music is- provided. To-night the attraction will be a polo match en skates, and on Friday there will be a challenge race between' two well known skaters. The special composition floor of the Royal- Rink invariably gives sattefactioa to users, and tnis place of amusement is ajways TPell patronised. Tuesday next will be a grand gala night, when special contests lor prizes- will toe held. The Lyceom Ball, Oneltunga, and the G-lfdeaiway Rinfc cwotinne to- provide- exatousement. -fot devotees of-- ska-ting. "Tie PRINCE ANI> THE BEGGAR MAIIX" On Tueflday-next, at His Majesty-e Theatre, Mr Willtajn-Anderson wUI inaugurate a season of drama with his new organisation which is headed by the talented- artists Ht' jk. Roberts and-Beatrice Day. The openin' production -will be Walter Howard's romantiS^e ," P^J %, PriDce and'the Besgar Maid.which Is described as a captivating and w«I!-wr-!tten play, wherein love, adventure and sensation are equally blemled. There is much In it to appeal to the eve—excellent scenery", bright uniforms, and rich, costly costumes. The box plan for the opening performance, is-on view at Wddman and- Aisey's,