AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume LI, Issue 206, 28 August 1920, Page 14

AMUSEMENTS.

» EVERYBODY'S TIIEATIW". The film version of Sir James Bnrrie's stage play, "The Admirable Crli-hton, ' produced under the title of "Male and Female," is the leading attraction of tlie current - pro. ■ gramme. The lllm concerns an aristocratic 'family who are wrecked with tlie butler and j the scullery uraid on an Island, and shows I how -these untoward circumstances break ! down the existing conventional barriers. i Thomas Meighau plays lv the role of Crich--1 ton. the butler, ami offers an admirable inI tcrpretatlon. The role of L;idy June Is por- ! traved by .Gloria Swiiusou, and that irf the LMu'ld by Llla Lee. The other rnlcn are aircountcd for by an excellent supporting cast. NAT 10 N" A I.TH liA T RE. William l'armmi, the .popular Fox star, plays In the leading role In the film version of Zane Grey's novel, "The Lone Siar I Ranger," which will be screened this evening. Through this stirring picture of Texan life, at a time when the only law recognised by bandits and cattle thieves to that of Uie gun. run thrilling episodes showing how I the Hungers cleared the border of uiarau|ders. Mr. Farnum gives a ma.sterfiil Interipretatlon of the character of the range rider land lover who tlmts that his sweetheart Is the daughter of the chief of the. bandit gang he is pursuing: » TIVOLI THEATRE. Numerous readers who have alternately lauirlied and cried over 'Mark Twain's delightful romance of Youth, ".Huckleberry Finn," will hall with delight tbe presentation of-the film version of the popular book. The story continues from "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." and Is crowded with the diverting experiences of the boys of an American city. The picture abounds In ! humour of a spontaneous order thrown into Ipleasing relief by the introduction of a more serious element which at times becomes I most dramatic. The Interpretation of the theme Is undertaken by au excellent cast which gives a satisfying and realistic rendering of the story. STRAND THEATRE. The star fenture of the programme which will be presented this evening will be ' _ance 'For the Goose." a refreshing comedydrama. In which Constance Tnlniadge is cast as the leading lady, and Harrison Ford as the leading man. Kitty 'Constable flnds that her husband Is paying too much attention to a widow, and with a view therefore of curing him of his passion she carries on an Innocent flirtation with a man named Travers. The result in not altogether as desired, but happily and finally, Kitty comes through the experience scat hies., and the four persons concerned are the better aud wiser for the lesson taught them. • An additional attraction will he a pleaslnjt turn by lleg Ciuiino, a dainty character artist. .PRINCESS TITEATIRE. •Mdlle. Irma Caron will be heard this evening in excerpts from the various grand and comic opera.. She Is described as possessing a line voice, and a personality and charm which, added to her dramatic ability commands the attention of her audience. The pictorial programme includes "Turning the Tables." a stirring, photo-play agreetfbly mixed with thi'ilte. humour, and meloI drama. Dorothy _Ls„, tbe clever and entertaining comedienne, plays in the leading role with her usual charm and abandon. She has the valuable assistance of a siilcndld supporting cast. LYRIC THEATRE. The problem, photo-play, "The End of the Road," will lie presented this evenlns before an a*llencc of men only. The film grapples with a sex disease, presenting Its manner of contraction, lte results', and the I methods of its prevention. Claire Adams I' and Richard BeuneU fill -the principal roles. QUEEN'S THEATRE. "Woman and the Law" is the title of the I headllner of the programme screening this evening. The film is a graphic portrayal of 1 a recent New York tragedy. It strikes a deep and Impressive note which will not be without effect. 'Miriam Cooper offers a touching portrayal in the principal role. While 'Rninsay Wallace is also fine as opposite. A supporting list of films will also be presented. TCTE HI-rrODROME. The Initial programme has as Its leading attraction "The Red Lantern," a striking photo-drama, .possessing a gripping plot I forcibly presented. The film has been produced on a lavish scale, and with most ' scrupulous attention to detail. .Nazlmova. -t.be splendid actress, appears In the principal role, which she interprets with undoubted force and ability. GRAND TH'EATTRE. Another double programme will be screened this evening as the change for the coining week. "Social Ambition" ia a gripping photo-drama starring Howard Hichman. The story of the lllm is at a cast which will make a wide appeal. The fourth episode of the thrilling serial. "Tne Mystery of 13," Is the, other feature of the programme. j OrERA (HOUSE. ! A final presentation of tlie current pro- ! gramme will take place this evening. The chief attraction of the entertainment Is "The Belle of Burmali" by the Walter George Company. The usual change will he effected on 'Monday. ORGAN RECITAL TO-NIGHT. j The city organist in the Town Hall tonight will play organ works by Guile, NoDle, and-Wldor, "Hollln's Spring Song," and the Miserere scene from "Trovatoie. Mrs. Cvrll Towsey will sing songs by Elgar and Martin. STUDENTS' RECITAL. A recital will be given In the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall on September 10 and 11 by Mrs. C. C. Forsyth and a number of her advanced students. In the playlets and comedies they will be assisted by Messrs. Easther, Faulks and Graham. The box plan opens at Wlldmau and Arey's on Monday next.