AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume XLVII, Issue 124, 25 May 1916, Page 7

AMUSEMENTS.

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. There was a full house at His Majesty's Theatre last night, when Mr Charles MacJlahon presented, through the medium of the cinematograph, the great boxing contest between the worlds ohampiou. Les Dare.v (Australia), and Eddie Mctioorty (America), for the middleweight championship of the world. The contest took place at the Sydney Stadium, in the presence of 12,000 people, and in the case of each man the event was regarded as the fight of his life. As claimed by the management, the picture is the next best thing to seeing the artual contest. Splendid photographic effects have been obtained, and one feels an excited interest from gong to finish. All branches of the nrt are clearly illustrated— leading, defence, foot work, etc.—and at times one imagines oneself ft member <ff that great crowd of 12.000 which witnessed the real tuiug. Roth men are seen to have stripped in the pink of condition, a fact which receives emphasis as the strenuous light proceeds. The brilliant Australiau middleweight docs the leading. At the tenth round the American is observed to tire, and to take very severe punishment up to the time wlien he receives the knockout blow In the fifteenth. The ovation which the Australian crowd gave their ring Idol is also effectively depicted. A number of dramatic and cor.iie pictures are included in the programme, coming at Hie beginning. It will be repeated to-night. OPERA HOUSE. There was another large audience at Uip Opera House last evening, when the fine programme presented elicited much praite. The I urns are varied and skilfully executed, mid several of the performers were heartily apnlnuded. A unique item was contribuiecl by Doraiito. who produced Eastern music from several instruments. Aif. Holt, 'mimic, Ihe Ulm-kers. and lip Baker's Mode's were n!«> popular. Tlie programme will lie presented for I he remainder of the week. KING &EOHGE. The serial picture "The Itroken Coin." the llrst instalments of which are now being shown at the King George Theatre, mis been witnessed by n great uumber »f patrons since Monday. A realistic spirit of adventure, combined with a certain amount of drama nnd mystery, permeates the whole story, and patrons should not lose the opiKirtnnity of making themselves familiar with the opcuing instalments. The present episode ends sensationally. Lucille Love in attempting to recover the last Jewels of the Kingdom of Coronla. is frustrated by on old enemy, who is also In search of them. Lucille has the only fine, In the shape of a broken coin. She quickly gets, on the track or the treasures, but is trapped by her enemy, in which predicament she is left at the conclusion of the episode. Man." which presents a fine study of the unlmal world. This spendld programme will be shown for the remainder of tlie week. PRINCESS THEATRE. The fact that many people have been unable to gnln admission to the Princess Theatre- at the evening sessions this week is ample testimony of the excellence.of the current programme. "My Madonna" meets with a most appreciative screening; ilnd the film is a drama of Hie first order. The storyIs unfolded iv a most impressive manner, and is characterised by excellent acting and beautiful settings. It shews how a young artist, first by ambition and afterwards by the lure of society. Is parted from the woman who helped him to fame. Finally, after n series' of unusually gripping Incidents, husband and wife are united in a most appropriate manner. Olga Pet-ova appear* in the title role, nnd her beautiful personality and talented acting tend a long way towards the xnccese of the dim. The supporting pictures are varied and entertaining, v.hlle additional charm is lent at the evening sessions by the music rendered by the Princess orchestra. QUEEN'S THEATRE, The popularity of tTie Queen's Theatre bas been further enhanced during the present week, when nnothjr romarknhls World Film relpaso hn-i *een fenniro.!. The Mm entitled "P.ought" I« powerful and Impressive, and the story Is pqrtrayeri by n tine cast of m'tors. among whom arc Frrd. and Nils? Ethel Grey Terry. The successful efforts of a struggling artist ore nt last crowned with success 'after many scenes of matrimonial life have been prevented. The supporting programme I embodies the usual supply of comedies and I other llltus of interest. I KING'S AND EVERYBODY'S. Both Ihe King's aiiil Everybody's ThearreK have been freely patronised this week, when a Pine Arts Film release. "The Lily and the Ho*e." has been featured In pride of plncc. Tlie story Is a popular one in modern u-aniap, and Is' unfolded In n most gripping manner. It relates how a young girl of the country left her home ami became the wife »f a wealthy tioaueier. The latter, however, soon tires of her simplicity, and brenines Infatuated with a (dancer. He finds hor shallow and fickle, nuil ns atonemejit for Ihe wrong he- hns -(lone to his wife he takes his life. The phi'tocrnphy nnd settings aro excellent, and tlie acting of Miss Ullan fiish In the leading role Is of a high standard. GHAFTON THEATRE. The World Film creations whirl) have appeared at the Rrrflon Theatre, for the pap' few wci*k« have been innst enthusiastically received, and the latest release. "P.imght." hns proved as popnla- as its p-edcressor?. A IfulifUe story of matrimonial life is unfolded In this engrossing picture. A young, struggling artist marries a wealthy magnate's daughter for a' monetary consideration. He later probes his worth by winning the affections and finally the love of his wife, and rapidly climbs the ladder of fame. Several fine Bupporting films are screened, while appropriate music Is rendered by the Grafton Symphony Orchestra. LYRIC THEATRE. The picture ' version of Hall Cnlnp's powerful novel "The Christian." which is now showing at the Lyric Theatre, is being witnessed by most appreciative and enthusiastic audiences. The many incidents which characterise the original story are faithfully reproduced. Dcrwent Hall Calne. the novelist's son. in the leading role, gives a most realistic interpretation of the sti»-y. and the many enactions placed upon him'are all fulfilled In a talented manner. The film will be presented for two more nights only. ARCADIA THEATRE, A complete change of programme was effected at the Arcndin Theatre today, nnd the new choice of films embraces a fine variety of subjects. At the head of the lilll is a powerful ilrnnia. entitled "The Impostor." The film «s one which holds the attention of the audience from ntart to finish, land contains some; first-class photography. Scenics and other pictures nt current Interest are; depleted In the supporting programme. GRAND THEATRE: The collection of pictures at the Grand Theatre this week is moat interesting, and the usual large number of patrons have attended daily. "The Woman in the Box" concerns the efforts of a secret service agent to thwart a plot against bis country. After many exciting and hazardous scenes he is successful, and incidentally wins the blind of a young woman_who was largely instrumental in his success. "L/otta Coin's Ghost" creates a very humorous atmosphere, while other good films are "The Butler" and "Tlie Topical Budget." GLOBE THEATRE. A fine dramatic subject is screened at the Globe Theatre In the film entitled "Should :i Woman Forgive?" The etory is a pathetic one, which quickly reaches the feelings of the audience, who can easllv decide the question presented to them at the conclusion. The film is 5000 ft In length, and features a strong cast of artists Amusement la provided by a farcical Lnplii comedy, "Billy's Lucky Bill," while the Topical Gazette contains many items of interest.