AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume LI, Issue 5, 6 January 1920, Page 7

AMUSEMENTS.

HIS MAJESTY'S TIIEATItE. HIGH JINKS. There was another iull house at His alesty's Theatre last night when "Going p* was again produced. This delightful uslcal comedy will be played again toght. The season will he brought to a ise on Thursday. Friday, and Saturday Ith three revivals of that very bright and ost tuneful and humorous musical jollity. Ugh Jinks." For the present revival fl imber of new dresses have been created id the cast, taking It all round, is ever Iter than that which presented it on Its Igtrjal production. Mr. Field Fisher will ypear in the part he created, and so wIU r. Alfred Frith and Miss Marie Eaton, and ie other members of the company have all jpeared very successfully in ''High Jinks' . 'Sydney. A feature of the productlor ill be the dancing of Miss Madge EUiotl id Mr. Cyril Richards. The plans are noil ten at Wlldman and Arey's. THE NATIONAL THEATRE. A strong theme is that of "The Pitfall: f a big City," screening at the Natlona Centre. It tells of a woman who regret: he life she leads amongst the thieves o; be underworld, and who decides to reform in account of her strength of character shi i able to break with her 'associates am arry out her plan. She is not free at first lOwever, from her former companions, wb n hearing that she is deserting them at erapt by every means to foil -her intentions Vhen she persists they become decidedl: ngry and violent, and threaten her wit! heir vengeance. Undeterred by their threat he continues to mend her life, and finall: chlevcs her object and rids herself of he ormentors. The scenes have been take: vith great care, many of the dingy n,Uey .nd streets being actual and probable wll lesses in reality of such Incidents poi rayed in the drama. Gladys Brockwe] tlnys the part of Molly Moore, the heroine Snother Aim of the underworld, although n this case revealing its humorous side, i 'Luck and Pluck." George Walsh Is th ;tar, and appears as an "hononrabl rook" who Is about to perform the blgges ob of his life. He is bent on breaking lnt he safe of a sub-treasury in New York, vhen he meets a girl who succeeds in divertng him from his intentions and persuades dm to lead a better life. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. The season of "The Woman Thou Gayest Mc" at Everybody's is proving popular to :he last. The fearless manner in which the theme is presented is a strong recommendation of its honesty and earnestness, rhe plight of Mary MacNeill, who is married against her will whilst she cares for another, is put forth in such a manner as to make the film one of appeal and strong interest. Suitable musical items are rendered throughout the evening sessions by Everybody's orchestra. THE TIVOLI THEATRE. An unusual and stirring drama is that oi "Paid in Full," at the Tivoli, In which raullne Frederick figures as head of the cast. She is married to a weak man whe lives beyond his income. When at lasl suspicions turn in his direction the husband endeavours to use his wife as a shield Failing to do this he takes his life. Miss Frederick is seen to advantage throughout the play, the role she assumes being on< particularly suited to ber. Much merrt ment prevails In the screening of the Macl Bennett comedy "Amongst Those Present. The programme includes on America! Gazette and Pietograph of interest. Th< Tlvoll orchestra contribute by renderlni appropriate musical Items. ;'. THE' LYRIC THEATRE. Clara' Klmhall Young Is seen In an on tlrely new role In the dramatic version o Francois Curers novel, "The Savag Woman." The story is of a girl who 1 born and reared in the wilds. One day Bui Is shot by Lerler. thinking she is an animal Lerler attends to her hurt, and when sh Is fully recovered takes her with him t Paris. Here she is dressed according t the prevailing fashion and has a sorry tlm of It until she again finds herself tree 1: her' native'haunts. The programme als presents the" tenth episode of the-<absort ing serial, "The Lightning Raider." Th musical '-tmmbara of the orchestra are. mos accept«Me,.,.and, are greatly appreciated b; the audience. THE STRAND THEATRE. "The Probation Wife," which Is the leac Ing attraction at the Strand, tells of cabaret girl who is caught by the polic and sent to a home. She escapes from hei and Is offered the protection of Harriso Wade, who finally proposes to her. Manle life, however, does not end the film, ft many scenes follow picturing the husoan leaving his wife for another. Happily, b the time the final scene has been reachec be realises the error of his way and is I time to adjust matters with his wife, an so bring the film to a successful conclusloi Pleasing supporting films and snltabl mnelcal Items by the orchestra complete a: excellent programme. OPERA HOUSE. There was still a holiday flavour about the audience which crowded every available part of the Opera House last night to see"the change of hill. It -was well worth seeing, the new turns being sprightly and refreshing, and the old ones for the greater part as enjoyable on second acquaintance as when met first. An attra-ctlve first appearance was that of the Montrose trio, a Scotch sandwich of entertainers comprising two versatile and clever males and a very dainty and winsome lassie who won spontaneous approval by their neat dancing, drolleries, and work with kilts and bagpipes. Another performer who made his first bow was Mr. J. Walllngford Tate, described on the programme as a pianologuhvt. In spite of this formidable label he contrived to amuse the audience more than commonly -well with a smart and diverting Assortment of 6ongß, satires, and merry disconrslngs. Davis and Lee, the hand balancing marvels, again displayed their graceful disguise of wonderfully developed muscle. and received well merited plaudits, and Campbell and .Mayo were thoroughly appreciated in their comedy business. Sydney Clarke, a violinist who performs on his docile instrument in all manner of freakish attitudes, came in for a generous share of applause. The second half of the bill is devoted to a revue performance by Mr. Paul Stanhope and his musical comedy troupe, this week's piece of harmonious morriment being called "Tumble Inn." Each one of the light-hearted looking participants seems to tumble into his or her part of the hilariously 1 musical mixture with aplomb and right good will, and the fun is of the fast and furious order for the best part of an hour. A liberal number of songs, choruses, and harmonies Is distributed among the more energetic work of tho revue, many of them being very appealing to the cat. The present programme will continue to amuse Opera House patrons at the evening and matinee performances this week. THE PRINCESS THEATRE. Ethel Clayton is greatly appreciated ai the Princess Theatre, where she appears as principal in "Maggie Pepper," an adapta tion from the well-known stage play Maggie is an assistant in a shop whicl Is managed in an unbusinesslike manner Maggie accordingly sets to work to put the business on a proper footing, and so Intro duces some very necessary reforms. She however, does not find her task a particu larly easy one, but she sticks to her worl and finally gains her end, while at th< same time with a touch of romance addec she presents to the audience an effective and pleasing photoplay. "Fatty" Arburkle is responsible for much hearty laughter tr ■his latest comedy production. "A Deser: Hero." The Princess orchestra is particu larly fine, contributing to the programm* some excellent and well chosen music whicl is greatly appreciated by the audience. THE QUEEN'S THEATRE. The opposite characters of a rough, fight : ing man and a millionaire, who has neve: soiled his hands In his life is taken In £ . double role by Carlyle Blackwell in "Cour s age for Two," which heads the hill at the Queen's Theatre. The two men who diffei so greatly have, however, one thing ir common, facial likeness, and because ol this, when fate brings them together in cidents arise that entirely confuse theii friends. Running throughout the play is 5 romance that links each incident into £ • delightful story. An additional feature ol I the programme is the fourth episode o: ' the serial. "The Silent 'Mystery." ! THE WEST END THEATRE. The programme which will be presentee " at the West End Theatre to-night include) ' the powerful drama "Tempered Steel," ii which Olga Petrova, the popular emotiona actress, appears as the star. A further'»pl sode of "The Lightning Raiders" will "is. - be screened. II THE ARCADIA THEATRE. l\ The attraction at the Arcadia to-night 1 t Charles Ray in "A Nine o'clock Town." I _ addition the third chapter ot "The Sllen Mystery" will be screened. THE BRITANNIA. :, 1 A tale of the Orient Is that of "The Sot ( of Buddha." which Is being screened at th ' Britannia to-night. Theda Bara assume '• I the principal role. A comedy. "A Lady Bel loop's Secret," is also included.

1 THE GLOBE THEATRE. The excellent programme at the Globo Theatre presents Bert Lytell In the photoplay "The Lion's Den." The story tells ot a young clergyman who ventures forth Into the financial world to obtain funds for a boys* club because the members of his congregation will not give Mm the necessary kelp. His adventures are bound up in a pleasing romance that finds favour with the audience. Interesting secondary films are • also screened. 1 THE GRAND THEATRE. A strange story of China is that of t4 The Pagan God," which Is the main feature of the programme being presented at the Grand Theatre. The theme-tolls of an American secret service agent who goes to put his Intelligence against the cruelty and cunning of the Orient. Included In the programme Is the ninth episode of "The Lightning - Raider" and a Charlie Chaplin comedy enI titled "The Fireman."