AMUSEMENTS.

Auckland Star, Volume LXIII, Issue 138, 13 June 1932, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

PLAZA THEATRE. The popularity of the latest Wheeler and Woolsey comedy, "Peach o , Reno," appears to grow with each screening at the Plaza Theatre, where it is now in the final stages of an extended season, [t is really surprising how original these fun-makers remain after their long sequence of similar films, such as "Rio Eita," "The Cuckoo.?," "Half Shot at Sunrise," "Everything's Eosie," "Oh, Oh! Cleopatra," "Caught Plastered," "Cracked Nuts," "Hook, Line and Sinker" and now "Peach o' Reno."' Dorothy Loe, who shares feminine honours in "Peach o' Reno" with Zelma O'Neal, has been seen in most of these comedies. The Plaza's next picture, coming on Wednesday, is "In a Monastery Garden," a beautiful drama of the love of two brothers for each other, for the eame girl—and for fame. In all three aspects of emotion theve come dramatic turns, ending in most unsuspected developments. John Stuart and Humberstone Wright play the roles of the two brothers, while that of the beautiful girl, affianced to one and in love with the other, is taken by Joan Maude. The picture is a product of Elstree, England. UNIVERSITY. PLAY. When it was deckled earlier in the year at a meeting of the Auckland University College Dramatic and Literary Clubs that a play would be held as usual this year, the view was expressed that the public had come to look upon the 'Varsity extravaganza in the light of an institution. This just about sums up the position, for already heavy bookings are being registered for "The Goat's Train," to start a six-night season at the Town Hall Concert Chamber on Juno 20. Topical comedy is reported to be introduced freely, verbal sarcasm being directed at both civic and civil authority. The college's most gifted and prolific playwriter, Mr. J. A. S. Coppard, is responsible for the script of "The Goat's Train," the net proceeds of which will be devoted to charity. MUNICIPAL BAND. An enjoyable conceit programme was given by the Municipal Band at the Town Hall on Saturday evening under Mr. George Buckley. Works of Rossini, Verdi and other composers were enthusiastically received. Madame Amy Milburn (soprano) gave a. fine rendering of "Ca.ra Nome" (Rigoletto). Mr. Barry Coney sang in his usual excellent style, encores being demanded. Mr. H. C. MeLennan's flute solo, a cornet duet by Messrs. Bowes and Davies, and a tubaphone solo by Mr. K. Jackson, were very popular. The accompaniments were played by Mrs. Mary Brett-Neil.

A fine programme was also given at the Zoological Park yesterday afternoon. CONCERT TO RELIEF WORKERS. With transport services offered free the Neville Carlsen Revue Company made a trip of 48 miles on Saturday to the Maungatawhiri Stream Relief Camp, whore they provided an excellent variety entertainment to a capacity house in tho local hall. Admission was free to relief workers, the residents only paying. The proceeds of this arrangement—over £10—are to be used to purchase necessities and comforts for the men. On arrival, the company -was entertained at tea, served by the Maungatawhiri ladies. The concert itself was a success from the outset. Balloons and streamers gave a carnival air to the hall. Members of the troupe who gave items were: Mme. V. Paskell, Mrs. J. Holt, Misses J. Tucker, D. Lockwood, M. Akcrstein, W. Lockwood, J. Hiscott, E. Hooton, K. Salmon. Messrs. G. Carlsen, J. O'Kane, M. Hamlin, E. Parkinson, L. Porter, J. Davey, J. Holt, N". Carlsen and Master A. Parkinson. The accompanist was Mrs. J. Holt. The company was aided in the dispensation of laughter by several items from Mr, Joseph Smithson and his gifted family. A dance and supper completed an enjoyable evening. The party arrived back in Auckland at 3.30 a.m. on Sunday. ST. ANDREW'S SOCIETY. The St. Andrew's Society's first concert of the season was held in the Town Hall Concert Chamber on Saturday evening. In Scottish style the president, Mr. D. McCrone, and three past-presi-dents, Messrs. J. Howie, J. W. Shaw and J. McLeod, marched up to the dais and extended a welcome to the gathering. During the evening a gold jewel of office was presented to Mr. Howie. The musical programme was appreciated, the artists being Mis. Mac Donald, Miss E. Pearce and Mr. Z. Wood. A wellstaged one-act play, "The New Provost," was played by Mies Locke and Messrs. G. G. Spicer, D. McLaren and J. Shields. Supper and dancing concluded the evening. COMMUNITY SINGING. Unemployed funds have benefited- to no small degree by the series of community singing recital* held lately. A new committee has been formed whose first gathering will be held in the Prince Edward Theatre to-morrow. Proceeds will go to the Unemployed Women's Committee. The proprietors have given the use of the theatre, and will supply music for half an hour. Several artists have intimated their willingness to assist. Mr. T. T. Garland ("Uncle Tom") will act as eong leader, and Mrs. Barrington Snow will bo the pianist.