AMUSEMENTS.

Press, Volume LVII, Issue 17061, 4 February 1921, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

THEATRE ROYAL. "IRENE." eight's large audience at the Theatre Royal proved that the particular variety of stag® production which "Irene" represents—musical comedy with a definite plot—appeals to Christchurcli playgoers. The piece has all the wealth of effect in scenery aL'd (rooking, which goes with o. musical comedy together with the appeal and naturalness recessary -in a "comedy^raaia. "Irene" abounds" in dazzling settings and ensembles which are a credit fi-like to ohorus and producer. Melody, a musical comedy essential, has not been left cut of tho pToo.uction whicii owes much to its ttmerul and catchy gongs. The singing throughout is of the best, Alias Dozothv South has the title partf in the piece and is "supported by a firat-class oaet. The wonderful charm of this fragrant '{musical comedy should appeal to juveniles equally as much as to adults, ana to give children an opportunity of witnessing '"lrene" Messrs J. and N. Tait have arranged a matinee performance for to-morrow afternoon, v.-hen special arrangements will bo made to accommodate tha little ones fit reduced rates. , OPERA HOUSE. "Egyptian Nights" is the title of tMa v.eek's revue produced by Walter Johnsons company. Ths pieoe was witnessed last bv another large audience. Tho turns of" tho other artists on tho programme, Alberto, Eix, De Wilfred, Hall and Manziea and Yaudo and Verne were also warmly received. To-morrow afternoon the usual matinee will be held hi addition to the evening performance. * GRAND THEATRE. Full houses witnessed "The Man Who Lost Himself and iiis excellent supports, at tho Grand Theatre yesterday. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Hob-art Bosworth in '-"Below tho Surface" and Ethel Clayton, in "The Ladder of Lies" are stars of this week'a fine programme at Everybody's Theatre. LIBERTY THEATRE. To-day will bo the last opportunity for patrons to witness (the excellent programme at the Liberty Theatre. The feature film is "The Gentleman Rider." and tho singer this week is Mr Richard Maloney. GABY DESLYS AT THE LIBERTY. Tho new programme at Liberty Theatre to-morrow will have as its feature attraction* "The God of Luck," the last and greatest production of the international idol. Gaby Dealya. "The God of Luck" is & wonderfully interesting and enthralling production, which for sheer beauty andi artistry has seldom before been equalled. It i« lavishly produced, and contains & plot that is delightfully hitman and appealing. Tho brilliant stage celebrity gives a remarkable portrayal in "The God of Luck,' and her iafloinatiag personality waa never seen to botter advantage. Tho lovely Gaby haa numerous opportunities for displaying gorgeous dresses of the latest design, and is seen in sonro delightful dances 'with her- partner, Harry Pilcer, who plays the principal male role opposite her. F. Oudart and G. Xreviile, two prominent aJid talented French artists head a powerful supporting company. '"The God of Luck' la exceptionally interesting in many ways, and particularly in regard to the bewitching Gaby herself. She interprets a character which was in effect her own, and, of course, nobody could have written such "a tag" to a film but one who knew quite well that the end was near. The etory of "Tho God of Luck," ending) with a letter to her lover. "I can never be your wife—a greater power is claiming 1 ' me," proves only too well presentiment which grieved her heart while her smiled at> tho multitude® during the last months of her life. As a screen play, The God of Luck" is vastly entertaining; the direction and photography are supelrb throughout, and aa Gaby's lust piotuie it is an unforgettable record of a wonderful personality. The picture includes some splendid scenes. taken at Deauville, and the.classic French racecoarso, where - the ' Grand Prix" is run. Another feature of interest will bo the screening of tho second episode of the new Vitagraph serial, "The Invisible Hand," starring the famous Spanish actor, Antonio Moreno, and featuring Pauline Curley, a dainty and alluring young screen favourite. . Other pictures to bo shown will ha a "Pathe Gazette" and "After the Bawl, a new Vitagraph comedy. As'a prologue to "The God of Luck" Miaa Betty Jacomb, n, talented young dancer, will dance the "Dying ,Swan," which ia directed and arranged by Miss. Lynne Edwards. The Liberty Orchestra will play & programme of delightful music, including. the overture from "Romeo and Juliet." CRYSTAL PALACE. A thrilling drama of the fskies, "T'ue_ Great Air Robbery," and the artistic singing of Mdlle Irma Caron were again responsible for large .and well-pleased audiences at Crystal Palace yesterday. . STRAND THEATRE. The present bill at the Strand Theatre ;s attracting much attention. Jt is heaxtec by "Should a. Husband Forgive?" in which Miriam Cooper has the chief xole. QUEEN'S THEATRE. An excellent adaptation of O. Hems'# story "The Gaiter Girt" and Mabel Nonn&nd in "tTpstaira" will be shown, with the lest of tho programme, for tho last time at tiw Queen's Theatre to-day. ' FRANK HUTCHEN&'S RECITAL. A large- tuudionce of mimical people should greet Mi\ Hutchen® at his farewell, recital on "Wednesday evening forr the work of this : young artist is well known and much admired. Mr Hutehens will contribute a. varied . programme, details of which will appear later. Owing to his immediate departure for Europe this -will afford a final opportunity of hearing him. Madame Gower Btmu will contribute some, songs new to Christchurch audienoes, so altogether » musical treat may be expected. The plan opeos at The Bristol this morning.. "SURPRISE PACKET." The Now Zealand Division in France Droved themselves one of tha surprise packets of the Great "War. The "Surprise Packet," a musical revua company, should prove to be equally famous in tlw theatrical history of New Zealand. Every membra of this company has been specially seleoted by Mr W. Lints, the produoer, from the principal towns of New Zealand. No eapense has ■ been spared by the management to eecuie the services of the best musical, danoing, and comedy talent ia the Dominion. features of the production ore Itfcie female quartette, distinctive ballets, gorgeous wardrobe, wonderful electrical effects, and: brilliant scenery. » Miss "Winnie Fraser, the ohaTmmg mezzosoprano, and Mies Nanoie Gibbs. a brilbant youiiff violinist, will 6©t a» high standard of excellence. The company will appeal at the i Theatre Royal for ft season of six nights, I commencing next Wednesday. The box plans will be open ait Tha Bristol on Monday morning next.