ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 16, Issue 163, 28 March 1923, Page 11

ENTERTAINMENTS

GREAT CONCERT TO-NIGHT-There is both an artistic and popularappeal in tho concert to bo tendered by tho musical artists and societies to Miss Mabello Esquilant at tho Town Hall this evening on the ovo of her departure to England. Miss Esquilant has done notably good work in Wellington, and ber lino talent has earned for her a special niche in tho regard of all who knew her. This evening will witness one of the finest concerts ever given in Wellington, and her fine, talent has earned for her a special niche in the regard’ of all who know her. This evening will witness one of .the finest concerts over given in Wellington,' A wealth of good singers is provided in Mabello Esquilant, Violet Reith, Winiiio ' Frascr-Morrish, and Eileen Driscoll (who is to accompany Miss Esquilant to’London), and a feature of the programme will bo the first appearance in public of Leon de Mutiny, the fine English violinist, and pupfl. of the great Albert Sammons, of. London. .Evelyn de Mauny is also an artist at the. piano, and her exposition of Liszt’s Ist.Rhapsody will be eagerly anticipated by the musical. Messrs. Howard Foster and Herbert. F- Wood are to contribute solos, and the Lyric Quartet and Commercial Travellers’ Male Voice Choir will sing a farewell to the tuneful singer who has graced so many of Its' concerts.

GRAND OPERA HOUSE. E. J. and Dan Carroll’s presentation of Mr. C. J. Dennis’s play, “The Sentimental Bioko” continues to attract full houses. The leason is not far to seek. Tho comedy is one of the most delightful ever staged in Wellington. It is full of humour and admirably acted. The spirit of the famous poem is absolutely preserved, and the character types presented were ' interesting and amusing. “Tho Sentimental Bloke.” is a play that should live. PARAMOUNT AND ARTCRAFT THEATRES. “Moonshine Valley,” the feature picture of the current programmes at the Artcraft anil- Paramount Theatres, is the story of a degenerate brute restored to manhood by a little child. The load is taken by William Farnum, who has nbb been soon in a production demanding tho possession of greater qualities of high acting. John Gilbert, in “Tho Love Gambler,” and Al St. John in “All Wet,” provide laughable comedies. A cartoon and a gazette are also screened. EVERYBODY’S THEATRE. ■ A wife’s rightful place in the home is the theme of “A Doll’s House,” the star picture at Everybody’s Theatre. The principal role is taken by Nazimova j. who gives an exceptional interpretation. Sho is assisted by a specially selected all-star cast, and a spectacular setting completes the success of a great production. A comedy and three gazettes are also shown, and appropriate music is co nuribtued bj a wed-condudtod orchestra. EMPRESS THEATRE. A powerful drama is unfolded in “The Branding Iron,” which if. row being shown at the Empress Theatre. The story, which deals with the price paid by women in search of happiness, sweeps forward at a rapid pace to a conclusion that finds universal favour. James. Kirkwood and Barabara Castleton are the star actors. The humour of the programme is furnished by Harold Lloyd/in “Haunted Spooks. 1 ’ The supports have much to commend them. HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE. Bright vaudeville and delightful revue constitute the programme presented .each evening at His Majesty’s Theatre. Among the newcomers aro the Reece Sisters, who have the charm and grace of youth to aid them in their pretty songs and dances; Conway and Beecham, cross-talk comedians; Russell and Frost, dancers, '.’ho have a smart way of presenting a. variety of fancy dances of the jazzy order. Little Lorna, a mere child, is a perfect numic, and has great natural talent, •and Sam Stern, the Yiddish character comedian, is as distinct a favourite as ever. The latter portion of the programme is occupied by the Sunbeam Revue Company, who present a djighr ful revue entitled “The Fun Shop.” Mr. Frank Crowther’s orchestra add.’ brightness to the entertainment. RETURN OF ALLEN DOONF. Mr. Allen Doone, tho Irish singing comedian, is once niofe going to tour tho Dominion with a series of his Irish plays. For the coming season, which opens at the Grand Opera House on Easter Saturday night, ho will bo practically supported by the same company that ho had round him on his last visit so that theatre-goers will anticipate'a sure treat. The opening production will be “Lucky 0 Shea, a drama in a prologue and three acts. With Miss Edna Keeley as leading lady, and supported by a powerful coiiipwv, a fine rendition of tho phiy is hopocl. for. The dressing, settings, and effects of “Lucky O Shea aro first class. The orchestra will lie under the baton of Percy Kehoe and will render selection of the best Irish melodies. The box plan is open at the Bristol. During the holidays the plans will bo on view at tho Grande Confectionery shop at tho theatre, where a day sale of tickets will also be held.