ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 13, Issue 255, 22 July 1920, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

KING'S THEATRE. '"Happiness a la Modo" was again eorooned before a large audience at tho Kind's Theatre Inst evening. Constance Mmadge, who plays the 'leading role, hoa a part that suit? her admirably. Mr. Ohwka Moore, tho vocalist, was accorded a hearty round of applause, and the musio by the King's grand orchestra is of an exceptionally high standard. For to-morroVs change Henry Ainley and Isobel Elsom will bo seen in tho Enslish produotion of Horace A. Vacholl's widelynovel "QuinneyV This fine produotion is said to havo exactly the essential human foundation needed for universal appreciation, and is. remarkable • for what is described as tho finest character studios seon on the screen in Henry Ainley's portrayal of Joe Quinney. Tho beauty and charm of Isobel Elsom, and the all-round excellence of the supporting cast add to the attractiveness of the picture. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. The final opportunity of seeing the current programme at Everybody's Theatre wlil be afforded to-night, "Nature's Gentleman," which is the outstanding feature is a highly-absorbing drama, starring Madgo Stuart. The second episode of the serial, "Mystery of 13." heads the supports. Another very interesting item is the arrival of the emigrant ship Mahana. EMPRESS THEATRE. The season of "The lifan They Could Not Hang," which has been a remarkablv successful one, will close to-day. The picture will not be shown at any c.fher local theatre. Patrons are advised to see this picture at the Empress. the English" piereots. The English Pierrots.arer providing a bright and merry entertainment in the Concert .Chamber of the Town Hall each evieaiing, and are TSrfHg"*accorded tho generous patronage fhey deserve. The current programme comprises some of the company's most enjoyable musical numbers, both vocal and instrumental; and the nonsense number, comic items, and specialty turns are clevor, bright, and racy. The orchestra of ladies—piano,violin, 'cello and ilute—is a new departure / In piorrot entertainment, and one that is likely to be very much appreciated. The programme will be repeated this evening JOHNSON-HUNT CONCERTS. "Young, vivacious, and . altogether charming, with a pure soprano voice, and a capacity to use it that astonisind and entranced a/critical audience, Miss Gertrude Johnson added one more to her already Ion" list of triumphs." Thus says fuo "Otago Daily Times." "diss Gertrude Johnson and Mr. Horace Hunt, the gift«3.pianist, will commence their brie" season at the Town Hall on Monday next, Referring to Mr. Hunt, the "New Zealand Herald" says: "Mr. Horace Hunt received a. hearty greeting, and after his solos had to play extra numbers. He gave a poetic rendering' of Liszt's third 'Liebestraume,' exhibiting a nice can- . tabile touch, and' flowing- legato style. Chopin's 'Etude Opus 25, No. 3' received a vivacious and eifective delivery, being executed with care and suitable bravura. The same author's Deuxieme . Scherzo, Op. 31,' was played in a manner which displayed its tenderness, boldness, and impassioned character, whilst the coda was executed with strength of tone arid energy. A-broad and pleasing interpretation was secured of Macfiowell's 'Polonaise.' The opening theme was delivered with, sombre majesty and forte- / ful intensity, whilst the trio was reflder- ; ed in a bright and vivacious way, exhibiting the lighter and more playful character of the music." The box plans are now open at the Bristol.