AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume LI, Issue 142, 15 June 1920, Page 7

AMUSEMENTS.

Ilia MAJESTY'S THEATRE. The final pprfnrmnnce of "Daddierf" ■will be given tonight and to-morrow evening "The I.lttlc Duniozel" will commence a five nlgbtK , season at His Majesty's. The first act Is set In the bandroom of tbp Cafe Angelique. In Soho. a quarter of old London that la Joyous to all who have netropolis. The second act in in one of bose delightful flats in Wlmpole Street that only the select can alTord to occupy. The story of .lulie Alardy and her kindred roulx Is one that will appeal to all classes of theatregoers. Mr. Herbert Kanson will be seen iv the role of Reeklaw I'oole, and Miss Ernlta I.ascelles portrays the role of the Little Dauiozel. NATIONAL THEATRE. Theda Hara, the "vampire" of the Ed-pen. Is more alluring than ever In her latest photo.-play "The Forbidden Path.' , In this Him she la seen in a variety of situations calling forth different expressions of emotions. Needless to say Miss Bara Is equal to the task a full portrayal of the role' demands'. The photo.-play is a dramatic study of a girl who Is cast aside by a fickle lover. The plot is skilfully presented, and is brought to a fitting conclusion. During the progress of the picture the orchestra accompanies with a programme of suitable musical items. STRAND THEATRE. The romantic story of two casfaw.tvs on an island Is delightfully presented in the film version of Arthur Hornblows novel under the title of "The Isle of Conquest." Its screening is also followed with attention. Besides possessing an engrossing plot the scene settings are attractions in themselves. A masque ball- and the picturesque island are ample evidence of this." Norma Talmadge. the talented and capable screen star, plays in the leading role with commendable artistry and finish. Natalie Talmadge, a younger sister, has also a prominent part. OPERA lIOrSE. The nntstmic'lng new speciality in the change of programme put on at the Open House berore a large audience Inst nishl was the turn of toe Oveue Troupe ■oilled as "the sii maniacs presenting a party 02 the line." They stage what might as'iitl> be called "A Washerwoman's Nightmare.' , in that a oouple of taut elorbes-ilnes become the playing ground for half a dozeu demented .beings, four of them costumed as Rlrl.s, who dance and Jump and run and play like animated shadows usurylng the prerogatives of the week's washing The wire-walking and acrobatics are not only daring to the point ot lunacy, but are put on prettily, and the grouping makes many quaint spectacles. Three of the troupe, under the stage name of the Zoe Sisters. add another very pretty turn by a "dental act,"' in which they swing from a revolving trapeze and giddily whirl In the air making pictures the while with coloured' ribbons and draperies. Another newcomer was Louis Loudon. a comedian who specialises In a style of character song which is quite new to this part of the world, and seems an advance towards the "Smilimuy Blue," one of the latest American crazes. Vince and Eva Courtney put on a "country couple" turn of song and dance, in which rhe former featured his own compositions, specialised by lilting choruses with a particular appeal to the upstairs songsters. Maggie Foster and her violin once again proved her undoubted popularity, nnd the Matanas were well received, while Edwa-ds •The Charm." which is one of the cleverest comedy things put ou for a long time, and kept the audience in convulsions of laughter. The Princess Mysteria. the Carlsons, and Ray and Olga filled out a particularly good programme, which will he repeated nightly and at the usual Wednesday and Saturday matinees this wefl;.

" THE JURA-CXiE MLSiX." A forceful and impressive demonstration or the power niul possibilities or faith Is that of the photo.-pluy "The Mirac c Man." which is nttractiuK so many tills week. While it grapples with a big subject and strikes a deep chord of the human emotions, yet tbe essence of its force and charm Is its simplicity. The setting of the play is In v ipilet const:il vS'.InRP away Irora the outer world, but nevertheless the vortex of the. passions of the persons of the play. The story tells of a cms of impostors who on Ueariiiß of the JiealliW virtues of an old mm. so ilcran to Ills village and commence, a fraudulent system of robbinß him oJ the eifts left bhn by the persons he lncy accumulate wealth, hut riches berorne nn obstucio hi them ■when they heer-me subject to The inthieii. l> of the hc-aler. siud arc lifted from a life of crime to a Mghor plane of livlii" Hesiiles possessing a masterlj plot, the interpretation of the ■photo-play is in thp hands of a strong and capable cast. The principal roics arc pluyed *•■>" l-etty Compson, Thomas Meljhan. and J J. Dwwlinp. During the evening f ess OM Madame Hay ward sinus "Sweet *l" rl <- My Prayer, while the orchestra, conducted by Mr. .1 V. Mallnp. elves a splendid read-riuß of an especfally arranged musical programme. TIVOI.I THBATRE. The fin? prolamine being screened this week is accoraoanled with most Rrutifyint! results. "Fires of Faith.'- which tnUes foremost piacp. Is an impressive photo.-dram; , of a woman and her soul. The action is well sustained, and the development of I lie plot is admirably broupht about. A strons cast siv.-s an excellent rendering of the theme, which is not without Us appen 1. The principals are Catherine r "alvert. Uuby cc Reymer. and Etißene O-Rrlen. "Through Halav'ia Hurl .lnv;i" is the title of a Kiirtun Holmes Travelogue, which Is inWuriod iti the prograrjme. A xylophone solo by Ji. T. (iof Is greatly appreciated by tne audience. GKAXD THEATRE. •The Man They <'o\ild >><>* Hang" continnos to prove natrons attraction. Krede- \ rick H.-.ldane i(irillic S :y describes the pic-: lure while it is being screened. The him will be scroonud com inunusly until Friday. : QfHK.VS THKATBE. II B. Warner, who earned fame on Ihe stac. is rapldlv asseriinu his rlsht to ei]uai Domilarlty on'the BPrern. His work i:i ! The 'Jre'y Wolfs (Jhost." which Is bpln« presented' this week, is particularly Hue. In this photo.-play he plays in a deep and impressive role ihat excites the admiration and applause of the audience. (}L"OBB THEATRE. 'Betty P." <;ood" is the title of the feature tlAs week, which anTm-ds Miss Jniftlc Saunders a vehicle for the expression of her histrionic capabilities. The film is .1 divert Ins comedy drama, containing a plot ARCADIA THEATRE, that elves every satisfaction. Elsie Fet-fnison Is the star in "The Ryes of ihp Soul." which will be screened to-night. BRITANNIA THEATKK. "Western Blood." featuring Tom Mix. will be screened this evening. EMI'RESS TIIBATRK. "The rrimal I-ure" nnd "The Rnclns Strain" will he the attractions this eveningPBINCEBB THEATRE. •The Market of Souls" is finding favour with the many who view it. The film possesses an absorbing theme, the presentation of which si Irs the imagination and holds the audience. Dorothy Dalton is seen to advantage in a role which abounds In opportunities for the displaying of her dramatic capabilities. Miss Dalton is supported by a fine cast of players. The attraction of the musical programme is an itf.m on xylophone, mirimbaphone, and bells, by Mr. B"ob. Adams. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Dorothy Olsh. the versatile comedienne, is the leading light of the attractive photo.play "I'll Have Him Yet." The film is full of wholesome humour, while at the same time it is not wanting in pathos. The story Is well treated and presented in a manner that has an immediate effect on the audience. Included in the programme are appropriate secondary films. The musical numbers discoursed by the orchestra are most acceptable.