THE McKAY GAIETIES.

Auckland Star, Volume LXIX, Issue 85, 11 April 1938, Page 18

THE McKAY GAIETIES.

SECOND PROGRAMME. SPECTACULAR REVUE. Variety entertainment of a high order is the keynote of the second programme of Stanley McKay's "Gaieties," which opened their second season at His Majesty's Theatre 011 Saturday evening. The programme swings from violin music well played to amazing contortion feats, from juggling to comedy, while it is capped with a spectacular revue "Indian Komance."

"Indian Romance," staged for the first time at His Majesty's, is undoubtedly the highlight of the programme. The stage settings were exceptionally good, and incorporate several new features which are quite new to Auckland audiences. The beautiful feathered head-dresses worn by the ballet, reaching from the clown of the head and culminating in a train which sweeps out behind, were effects which will be talked about for some time to come. These head-dresses were done in different colours and with the stage lights cleverly arranged to throw them into maximum relief; the whole effect was most life-like. Then there were some good songs in the revue, which was written and produced by George Greig.

Once again George Greig with his pianoaccordion roused the audience to such enthusiasm that one act was performed by audience and player together—a community sing. Goorge Greig was supported by Lizzie Greig with a saxophone— another popular number.

Another favourite was the act done by Les Diamondos, from the Folies Bergeres. This was again one of the best items. .Joe Lawman was just as much a success as formerly, while "The Big Four," Cliff O'Keefe, .Leo Trenette, George Corelli and Klton Black, singing l.niccompanied, received a deserved ovation. Fredo Freres gave more acrobatic violin playing, while \\ yn Edgerton contributed further pleasing solos in a pretty little item. "An Old Pair of Shoes.'' MayBrooke's orchestra provided bright music.

"Indian Romance" will be played for four nights only and the season will end with a matinee on Wednesday. No revue will be Given on (iood Friday, while a new programme is to begin on Saturday.