AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume LVIII, Issue 208, 3 September 1927, Page 19

AMUSEMENTS.

MAJESTIC THEATRE. Having been a fugitive from the law for some time, a man finds proof of his innocence only when he is one of a party trapped by a forest fire at the edge of a high cliff. That, briefly, is the pivot of the theme of ''The Understanding Heart," Peter B. Kyne's great storv, the screen version of which opened at the Majestic Theatre yesterday. Of course, everything ends as it should, for the party is rescued by parachutes which are dropped from a 'plane. So realistic is the scene of the raging forest fire that one would almost think thousands of square miles of timber land were alight. A strong cast interprets the theme, the star being Joan Crawford. Most of the humour of the story is provided by the small-town sheriff and his assistant, who spend most of their time building an illegal still and helping criminals to escape. This week's supporting programme at the Majestic is a particularly fine one, the chief turn being the appearance of the Campbell Boys, concertina artists. Among the smaller films are the Majestic News, Eve's Review, a new scenic, a laughable comedy, and a Pathe News. Throughout the entertainment the Majestic Orchestra, under the baton of Mr. John Wliiteford-Waugh, renders a firstclass musical score. NEW REGENT THEATRE. "Joy and Jazz Week" at the New Regent Theatre whirled itself into the syncopation of a first-class jazz band last evening, and the coming week should be one. of the most successful yet arranged by the management. It is v a firstclass programme fnll of light and amusing entertainment. The headline film attraction, "Cabaret," starring Gilda Grev, tells a sparkling story of New York night life. From beginning to end it is a whirlwind of dancing. An appealing romance runs through the story, which, at times, develops into a first-class mystery -drama. Mr. Maurice Guttridge and his orchestra played a big part in the success of the change of programme. He quickly changes from a masterly interpreter of the classics to a riotous jazz king, conducting a fine jazz band. In a riot of colour, the band is delightfully presented on the stage, playing new numbers and winning much applause. Tilton and West, a couple of elever patter artists, who sing and dance well, are introduced by the band. They go many a laugh with their gags and comic songs. Eddie Horton, the brilliant Wurlitzer organist, plays this week as only Eddie Horton can play. By far his best number is "Honolulu Moon," a new hit, which he introduced with much success. His other numbers, "The Song of the Wanderer" and "Saint d'Amour," were well interpreted. All the supporting films are interesting, making the programme one of the best that has been presented for many weeks. STRAND THEATRE. At last David Belasco's great stage success. "The Auctioneer," has been adapted for the screen, and William Fox's picturisation of the story is now being presented as the stellar picture attraction of the bill of fare at the Strand Theatre. One of the strongest casts ever mustered by Fox, has been engaged, the leading role being played by George Sidey. This artist gives an excellent characterisation, while the other players, among whom are Marion Nixon, Gareth Hughes, Doris Lloyd and Sammy Cohen, are also good. Also on the Strand's programme, is another big picture, "The Little Irieh Girl." which has Dolores Costello in the title role. Playing opposite her in the leading male characterisation, is John Harron. The only smaller film on the bill is the ever-popular Strand Magazine, while throughout the entertainment, the Strand Symphony Orchestra, under the capable baton of Mrs. Eve Bentlcy, renders a very enjoyable musical score. RETURNED SOLDIERS' BENEFIT. Partially disabled soldiers, and those with a small pension and unable to do heavy work, will benefit by a concert to be given by the Auckland Returned Soldiers' Association in the Auckland Town Hall, on Wednesday evening next. Vocal and instrumental items, elocution,_ and dancing will be included in the bill of fare, which will be a particularly attractive one. CONCERT. To-morrow, the New Zealand Ex-Service League will hold the second of a series of Sunday concerts in the Princess Theatre. The object of the entertainment is to raise funds for the League's unemployment scheme. The programme will be provided by Jackson's Concert Party, who will include in their numbers, musical items, instrumental and vocal solos, and elocution. MUNICIPAL BAND. The Municipal Band plays at the J Zoological Park on Sunday afternoon at j 3 o'clock. A fine musical programme includes the bright marches "Merry of Heart," "Cadiz," and "Leonidas"; overture, "Ruy Bias," Mendelssohn's wonderful tone poem; a popular selection from Gounod's "Faust"; a grand selection from Wagner's "The Valkyrie," together with hymn tunes and other tuneful items. ORGAN RECITAL. A varied selection of standard organ works and transcriptions will be played by Mr. Maughan Barnett at the recital in the Town Hall to-morrow (Sunday) evening. The chief, numbers will include Bach's F Minor Prelude and Fugue, and works by Vierne and Guilmant. The city organist will also play Mendelssohn's "Spring Song" and Wagner's "Star of Eve." DANCING. Patrons of the Dixieland Cabaret, Point Chevalier, are to be treated to a first-class entertainment at this evening's long gala i.ight. Music will be provided by the Internationals, who will play all the latest dance hits. This evening's dance at the New Regent ballroom should be a particularly fine one. The new decoration scheme and the new band proving a great attraction for merrymakers. A special long carnival night will be held at the Click Clack Cabaret, Newmarket. t is evening. Enjoyable music and a good floor are always attractions for patrons of this popular rendezvous. This evening, the Parisian Dance Studio will hold its popular Saturday night entertainment. Dancing will be to music supplied by Ray Marson's Boston Dance Orchestra. Patrons of the Musical Box Cabaret should be delighted with the dance arranged for them this evening. New novelties will be introduced, and music will be provided by an excellent band. The usual Saturday night dance arranged by Mr. George Williams will be held in the Masonic Hall thiß evening. Old-time dances are held every Wednesday and Saturday evening, under the direction of Mr. D. Mayes, in the Municipal Hall, Newmarket. The Seville Dance Club continues to attract a large crowd of merry-makers every Saturday night. 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