AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume XLIII, Issue 166, 12 July 1912, Page 6

AMUSEMENTS.

WATSON RDCTTAJjS. The •wonderful versatility of Mr Alexander Watson was further demonstrated at -His Majesty's Theatre last night, when a most cordial hearing was accorded him. The abridged version of "Nicholas Nkltletoy," which comprised the first nor- .} tion of Mr Watson's entertainment, was , given with much cleverness and a natural j j regard tor the peculiarities of the varied I 1 characteristics so powerfully portrayed by j ( (Charles Dickons. In short, the effort was a| . memorable literary treat, aud at the con- i.' chision rounds of applause were given. As IJ a dramatic recital "Henry V.'s Speech Be- 4 fore Agincourt" was decidedly powerful, , and Mr Watson's (rendering of "Jessie j Cameron" Christina ltossetli) also charmed lovers of this favourite work. The droll : humour of George Eliot was ably" reflected | wiOi an excerpt from "Adam Lle.le." namely •Mrs l'oyser Has Her 'Say' Out," while full justice was also tloue to J. M. Harris's ', ■work. "A Window In Thrums." with "Pre- , partus to Receive Company." The recital concluded with a clever recital of the ; famous ride of "Con the Shaughraun." ill '• which Irish wit was made to sparkle. .' litis evening Mr Watson will recite the comedy scenes of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." and several favourite selections J from modern awthors. including "The Relief ; of Lmcknow" (.Tennyson) and "Miss ■ Squeers' Tea Party" (Dickens). To-morrow, for the last recital, a popular programme, composed of fresh selections from Dickens. Kipling, and Mark Twain will be presented. OPERA HOUSE. } There was another large attendance at tie Opera House last night, when Puller's Vaudeville Company repented their entertainment. Tbe same programme will be submitted this evening. RICK Alt DS' VACDKVILDE CO. 1 ; In the Harry RlekarU-s" vaudeville com- . bination which is announced to begin a ; season in His Majesiy's Theatre next - Monday there is included the violinist Kiualdo, for whom the msmagcinent claim : something unusual in the way of vaudeville < reputation. He introduces several items . which created great enthusiasm in Australia, the "Rinaldo Rag" in particular being regarded as a unique item. Other artists in • Ihe company are WHI 11. Fox (trick piano player). Miss Monie Mine (English comedienne), make and Cranny, Walker and Sturm the Tossing Teslrus. Ronald George, •the Bright Sisters. Marshall Crosby, and Melrose and Meuzies. KING GEORGE THEATRE. i The change of programme presented at the King George Theatre last night was , again of an interesting description. The proceedings were begun by an amusing . comedy, -How .Lines Paid His Debt." "The : Hi" Fire in Constantinople" depicts ill a vivid manner a huge conflagration hi a big city. "Ia Grande Hreieche" Is a drama with a tragic ending. The story is French, and shows how a jealous husband plans and executes a terrible revenge on his faithless -wife and her lover. "Madge of the Mountains" is a story of love and adventure in ihe Wild West. "The Aiiiambra Wrestling ' Tournament" is an exciting sporting pic- - ture showing refer C.otz ami Joe Carrol wrestling for the championship. "The Gamblers of the West" is a western drarsa full of exciting incidents. The programme is well supplied with comedies under the titles of "A Pleasant Surprise." "Tiny Toms Exploits." "Percy is Invited to the Opera.'' and "Wrong Address.' The programme will be repeated to-night and tomorrow afternoon and evening. NEWTON PICTURE PALACE. Darge audiences attended the various sessions at the Newton Picture Palace yesterday and last evening, and. judging -by the reception accorded the various pictures, the programme appeared to be much to the taste of the patrons. Among the films shown were some striking scenic views, while the dramatic studies were also of a very high standard. Dramatic stories of much Interest, were: "The Buccaneers'' raid "Red Eagle." "Ixmedale Operator" was much appreciated. The comic part of the programme Includes several highly amusing films, notably "Madeline's Rebellion." •The Pa-toe Gazette" contains some very interest topical subjects. The programme will be shown to-day, this evening, and tomorrow afternoon and evening. PICTURE ENTERTAINMENTS. West's new programme was repeated at the Albert Hall last night, and was greatly appreciated. "Won Yet Ixst" is a dis-. tmguishod feature of the programme. "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab." a pictorial reproduction of tbe famous story by Fergus Hume, will be presented at the Windsor Theatre. Ponsonby. During the-. showing of the picture. Mr Alf Boottnurn. the well known Australian actor, will deliver a descriptive address. _ The current programme nt the Kings Theatre was repeated last night before an appreciative attendance of spectators. The Lyric Theatre was well patronised last night, when on interesting programme was screened. ■ The Adelphl Theatre enters satisfactorily for the picture-goers of Newmarket. "Attacked by a Dion" is an unusually fine picture to be seen at the Qoeen'*. Theatre during this week end. TOWN HALL. ORGAN RECTTATi. At Mr Pnrcell ebb's organ recital In the Town Hall on Saturday evening next a fine programme will be rendered, including Mendelssohn's grand "Organ Sonata in K." Wagner will be represented by the, "Pilgrims' Chorus" and "Oh. Star of Eve" from -Tannhauser." Orison's spirited "Marcbe Trio-niphalo" and Batiste's finest ••bffertoire No. 5" also find a place on the programme. SKATING RINKS. The Prince's Rink was well attended by skaters yesterday. It will be open as usual to-day. The Royal Rink will be open at all sessions to-night and to-morrow. The crowds keep up constantly at this rink.