ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 4, Issue 1179, 14 July 1911, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

» "TUP, ARCADIANS." . "The Arcadians" was us much patronised last evening as ,011 the first night of its production. Its special function seems to bo to tickle the imagination, and few similar productions have had greater success in flmt line. Miss Gertrude Gillinm was as charming and dainty as over, and iliss Winifred O'Connor as "Sα 111 bra" contributed largely 1o the general success, -Mr. lorn Walls as the disconsolate jockey was irresistibly funny.

THEATRE ROYAL. The Elliott: Sister?, at the Theatre i»oyal, nre presenting a pretty little doll specially; ami Hiss Maud Fanning, coon impersonator, last evening had an excellent reception with her clever specialities. Mr. Arthur Elliott, comedian, was several times recalled. Miss Lucv Laviiiia, .Mr. Walter Warwick, and Miss Daphne Leslie sere other much-appreciated contributors. HIS MAJESTY'S. . The change of programme at His Majesty s Iheatre last evening introduced some extremely interesting films, "bulbous 1 lowers," in some senses, was a unique picture, the colours of the hothouse- flowers being extremely beautiful, it represents 0111; til' the triumphs of col-our-photography, and is also a, tine nature study. "In the Land of the Fellahs gives glimpses of scenery along the historic Nile; and the Pa the Gazette has items of recent events in various parts of the f world. The "Manila Hemp Industry 13 also a coloured film, and shows how our great lumip competitor tuvns out her product. The fibre, in this case, is stripped from the groeu bark'of the {;•«■ and apparently is'treated almost entirely by hand by the natives, by whom it is sold to the exporters. Of the dramatic films "The Silver Lining," a story ol the Last End of London, is the best. A pretty flower-girl attracts the sympathy ot an elderly gentleman. Her villainly guardians take advantage of her wealthy friend's kindly interest to lure him to their haunts, but a typical cosier turns up at a timely interval, and for a few minutes chaos reigns in the dingy haimls, out of which the hero coster emerges in triumph with the elderly gentleman and the girl. "Spiders and Their Prey" is a study in natural history. The observer gets an excellent idea of how various spiders savagely attack their prey, and generally of their clever tactics, though in the case of some species the greatest cowardice is displayed. "In 'Volcanic Country" introduces views of Vesuvius nnd. other volcanic mountains in the South of Italy. "The Tramp" is a wholesome story, depicting a lifo of happy vagabondage and the irresistible call of the. road. "Jael and Sisera" is a Scriptural story; and "A, Strike in the Mines" is another dramatic film which holds the interest of the audience. Comic films are well mixed up. with the more serious ones, and altogether the programme is an extremely fine one. It will be repeated tins evening.

I THE ICING'S THEATRE. The King's Theatro was well filled last evening; and unabated interest was manifested in the very excellent collection of pictures which aro being shown there. ' Nell s Last Deal" te!b the story of the adventures of a daughter of a gambler. "Industrial Italy" and "Fishing in the .Mediterranean" are both interesting and instructive films. "The New Stenographer is a pretty little comedy with a very cflective climax. The Patho Gazette is also rich in items of interest, and tho exciting finish of the Paris to Madrid aviation race is vol.'. portrayed. "Hiwkeye and "Foolskead" contribute comic sketches to tho progrnmmt. ■ TEE NEW THEATRE. All sessions of the continuous picture show at tile Now Theatre yesterday and last evening were favoured with crowded attendances. The new programme to-day will include a "star" travel subject, Scenes in Barlctta." A seaport town with charming surroundings—Barlctta— is situated on an island in (ho Adriatic Sea,,off the coast of Italy. Tho island is ■connected with the mainland by a bridge: Marietta has many historic associations, is the seat of an archbishopric, and has a fine Gothic cathedral. A magnificent scenic film of rare merit, "Roja Valley" will appeal to all who admire scenery. The Bison exclusive Western drama, "The Rod Avenger," is a croditabln achievement in keeping with the high repute- of the Bison people. The Champion exclusive drama, "The Vindication of John," is a stirring Western drama of a. type which is now exceedingly popular, and in much demand. Oilier features include a Lubin comedy, "False Love and True"; a Vitagraph comedy, "The Bachelor and the Baby": and a S. and A. comedy, "A Close Slinve." The new picture? will be shown from 11 a.m. till 11 o'clock tonight. CALEDONIAN ENTERTAINERS. The Caledonian Entertainers will inauinirate a season or two nights at the Town Hall on Saturday next. Thev comnmo Mr. Jock Willis (the favourite Scotch comedian, late of Pollard's Opera C 0.)., Mr. Tarn M'Lean (basso), Mr. Colin Camcfon (tenor). Mr. Robert FerBuson (baritone), and Mr. Edward Headlam, monologue entertainer and accompanist The 'company .specialises in the rcnderiufj of humorous monologues, comedies, and the latest song successes. In addition to the various musical items .the programme includes an athelp'ic display by Mr. Dave Smith, the well-known boxer, who will givo exhibitions of ball punching, rope skipping, and shadow sparring; also illustrating tlo different blows and methods o£ attack i\s u<ed bv prominent boxers. The box plan is now open at the Dresden, and day sales can bo procured from Abel's.