ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 3, Issue 857, 1 July 1910, Page 8

ENTERTAINMENTS.

CAR-RENO'S FOURTH CONCERT. Teresa Carreno gave her fourth concert at the Opera House last evening. To hear this incomparable pianist, whose artistic equipment is a virtuoso of the pianoforte, is perhaps the most complete and satisfying of all the world's great players (although there may be exceptions in regard to specialists in some of the classical composers' works), is a privilege, and a pleasure that few with a love for the pianoforte music at its best should miss. Carreno gave a mighty exposition of her art last evening in Chopin's Sonata in B minor (Opus. 58), a work of transcondant beauty seldom heard in its entirety iu this part of the world. The "Allegro Maestoso" movement is a progression of grand sonorous chords, connected with a rivulet of exquisite melody so characteristic of the lyric poet of music. The "Yicacc" is brilliantly sparkling from beginning to end, in striking contrast to the sombretinted "Largo" which succeeds, tho moti! of which is strangely like that which occurs ill the first movement of Greig's "Pear Gynt" Suite. The sonata ends attractively with au exhilarating "Presio Noil Tanto," played with strength, crispness and polish thoroughly admirable. The other great effort of the evening was the massive "Concerto in B flat .Minor" of Tschaikowsky, arranged for two pianos. Tschaikowsky always bewitches, with the fire and the original melody, which he is master of, and to hear Carreno and Horr Benno Scherek play the concerto was a pleasure worth a long journey. Carreno also played Beethoven's "Rondo" (Opus. 52, No. 2), Schumann's delicate lace-like "Yogel als Prophet," and with fine fury Liszt'? transcription of Schubert's "Erl lung." R-übenstein* was delightfully represented by his Bomanza (in E flat), the Barcarolle (in G major), and the quaint "Fausse Note" Etude. The last concert will be given on Saturday evening, when Carreno plays Beethoven's Sonata (Opus. 31, No. 3), Schumann's Etudes Symphoniques, and with Herr Benno Scherek Greig's Grand Concerto in A minor (Opus. 1G). THEATRE ROYAL. The particularly bright and well-varied programme that is being submitted this week is drawing--.large audiences to tho Theatre Royal. The star turns arc provided by the eccentric Do Re Mi Trio arid Guillaume, Baby and Co., two nets which cause an abundance of laughter every ovening. THE KING'S THEATRE. new programme of pictlres at the King's Theatre was shown for the second time last evening, the exhibition being a most successful one. As noted in the review of the initial presentation of the new programme, tho series includes several films of a very high order of merit, both as regards the studies themselves and the artistic excellence of their reproduction. There is a very fine display of wild birds, representing the very cream of the famous Patho coloured Other good films include an absorbing dramatic story of the American oil-fields, a comedy, "On the Border Line," scenic and industrial studies, burlesques, as well as the very striking series depicting various scenes at the obsequies of the late King Edward. HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. Several remarkably fine studies are included in the new programme of kinematograph pictures which was presented for tho first time at His Majesty's Theatre on Wednesday evening last. Special reference should be made to the beautiful Biblical story of Esther, magnificently portrayed and faithfully reproduced as to facts. A thrilling study is the film depicting a series of exciting incidents in the Cuban War of Independence. "Across tho Plains" is an absorbing drama of the American plains. A beautiful scenic film is "The Phantom Ride," boing a series of studies along tho route from Aix-les-Bains to Monte Revard. Comic burlesques, industrial pictures, and the great funeral pageant at the obsequies of the late King Edward complete a most interesting exhibition. STAR PICTURES. Newtown residents should bear in mind that the lato King's funeral procession—an exceptionally fine film—may now be seen at St. Thomas's Hall. This notable picture is one of many attractive pictures that are being shown this week. OLYMPIC RINK. The Wellington Mecca, of all worshippers of the graceful art of skating is the Olympic Rink, in Vivian Street. A polished floor, a pair of skates, the music of the band—Elysium. Roller skating is a good deal more comfortable than skating on the ice, though thro can never lie any question of comparison between the two. But since there is no icc in the Wellington winter, the rollers have a monopoly. When a man falls on the ice he hits a cold, uncompromising, hard-as-steel surface, and perchance he may disappear from view, as a piece of treacherous ice gives way and lets him down into water so cold that his very spine aches. How differently is tho skater situated in a spacious, well-appointed rink. The floor, if it be hard, is at least warm and honest. It will not give way under him. And so roller skating at the Olympic continues to grow in popularity, and to afford a fine indoor recreation for those in search of a tonic. OTETE." A northern contemporary heads its critique of the Roberts-Day Company in Hall Caine's "Fete," "A powerful play and a perfect interpretation." Then it goes on to say: "We expected an artistic production and we were not disappointed. H. B. Roberts and Beatrice Day are names which carry a guarantee of excellence, for they stand for two of the finest artists on tho colonial stage. 'Pete' grips. There is an intensely human element in it, an atmosphere of romance and love, and a subtle and irresistible fascination running through its web and woof which compels the sympathetic attention, and wins the hearty approbation, of every beholder. . . . for the time being Mr. Roberts literally lives tho part. Miss Beatrice Day requires no commendation at our hands—she has long since justified her high reputation. Miss Day's appearanco was the signal for a great reception, and at tho close of the third act with Mr. Roberts and Mr. Wingfield she was called again and again." "Pete" will be presented to local theatregoers at the Opera House on Monday night next, July 4, under the direction of Messrs. Clarke and Meynell, and as the season promises to be a prosperous one, intending patrons are advised to book their seats at the Dresden. "HIAWATHA." To-night in tho Town Hall, at 8 o'clock, the Wellington Musical Union, numbering 200 performers, will give a performance of "Hiawatha." Among the soloists who have been engaged are:— Mrs. M. Hudson, of Dunedin; Mr. C. H. Stephens, of London; and Mr. Barry Coney, of Auckland. The work has been in rehearsal for some months, and, last ovening, an exeollenl rehearsal was held in the Town Hall. Mr. Robert Parker will conduct. The box plan is now open at the Dresden, whore seats may be reserved. LECTURES ON EVOLUTION. Mr. M'Cabe, who arrives in Wellington this afternoon by the Auckland mail train, comes fresh from a lecturing tour of Australia, wlicro hi met with great success. His masterly exposition of the theory of evolution, his ability in dealing with subjects of the deepest human interest, and his scholarly accomplishments have attracted large audienccs in Melbourne, Sydney, and Auckland. SUNDAY CONCERT. On Sunday evening next, at the Town Hall, the Wellington Professional Orchestra, under tho conductorship of Mr. Herbert Bloy, will give ajiotlier of its popular Sunday evening entertainments. Assisted by two vocalists, the orchestra will contribute a programme of music hitherto unequalled at any of its previous performances. The full programme will apmear in Saturday's issue.