ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 18, Issue 180, 24 April 1924, Page 12

ENTERTAINMENTS

“ EIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. “ The holiday programme at Ilis Majesty’s Theatre comprises items that cannot fail to delight the most fastidious theatre-goer. To those who like acro--3 batic turns, there are Rose and Elmar, who are one of the cleverest pairs who have visited the Capital City for some time. Their antics on the . horizontal bar are Quite a revelation. Slavin and Thompson continue to draw laughs with their clever patter. A high-class turn is that of the Bergeres Quartet. They are I heard in a number of well-balanced I scjlgs. The Deloraines do some 'smart i acrobatic work; the Hilo Duo extract I haunting music from their musical instruments, and Nell Crane’s characteriSations are very well received. the second part of the programme is taken up with the Hurl-Evans Revue Company, who present "The Pirate.” This I is full of catchy songs and humour, I while the dressing and general effects I are excellent. Crowther’s fine little or- * chestra provides the incidental music. TIVOLI THEATRE. Throughout this week large audiences have thoroughly enjoyed a high-class programme at the Tivoli Theatre. The many turns are provided by artists who ' are in the first flight as vaudeville entertainers. Signor Luigi Pasinati, who was the principal tenor in the Sistine Choir, renders a selection of songs with great charm. Miss Claire Solly, who possoaseg a rich contralto voice, sings many pleasing songs. In lighter vein there are Niblo and Doris, who provide eccentric comedy and burlesque in plenty; the ; Tully sisters and the Hanlon brothers, Pharus the Egpytian, compels interest while ho is on the stage. Many people > believe that they have been cured of nervous and other ailments as a result of treatment. The other turns are in keeping with the general high standard. Musgrove Celebrity Vaudeville will be further strengthened on Saturday by the inclusion of two new acts. A famous English musical trio-, Windsor, Edgar, and Kelleway, are known in the vaudeville world ’as three men, two violins, and a plaintive baritone. They have just concluded successful seasons in Sydney and Melbourne at the Tivoli Theatres. Described as the high and mighty magician, Donald Stuart provides all the latest novelties in this line. Other worldknown acts to appear shortly are Carr Lynne, animal impersonator, and Julian Rose, the famed Hebrew impersonator, whose “Levinsky at the Wedding” is known to theatregoers the world over. l Edgar, and Kelleway and Don™ake their first appearance at Saturday s matinee. EMPRESS THEATRE. The film version of that famous American novel. “Main Street," is entertaining crowded audiences at the Em. press Theatre. Yesterday there commenced pictures, showing the arrival of the special service squadron at Sydney and the impressive sinking of H.M.A.is’ Australia outside Sydney Heads. Fine views are to be seen of the fleet eteamW up Sydney Harbour, headed by the Hood; the hundreds of small craft that t 0 giva a welcome; the crowds that lined the shores; and the bluejackets marching through the streets of Sydney. Ine sinking of the Australia is pictured from, sea and air. The dismantled battleship is Been gradually sinking and 18 SOO /V lost to 6i J ht beneath a ’ calm sea. These films, which arrived by the Maheno from Sydney on Monday, are tne first to be shown of these events in Wellington and they are well worth seeing. A fine picture of the Turf is promised in “Long Odds," which will head the new bill commencing on Saturday, this btoll release, produced by A. E. Coleby, from an original story written by himself, is. a racing story and contains an exciting steeplechase, a number of very novel effects, and at least one big surprise, even for those who are familiar with such, things at race meetings. This all-British production tells the story of Gus Granville, a "Bookie," whose honourable dealings on the Turf had gained him universal respect. A cloud is . cast over him by an action with which he is not concerned. But finally he is exonerated from doubt and all turns out well. ‘Tong Odds” i 8 said to be one of the greatest racing films ever screened. The race is so well done, and the suspense so cleverly arranged, that long before it is over it should have the audience worked up into a state of high excitement. In a critique, the London “Evening News” said: "The most exciting horse race I have ever seen on the screen. The race is unusually well photographed—really looks like a race, and illustrates a little-known rule of the National Hunt, that a horse which has thrown its rider may be mounted by another qualified person if he is on the course. Mr. Coleby erected stands and bridges on the course to obtain several striking effects in the race. There is to be a fine supporting programme, and some popular selections will be rendered by the Empress orchestra.

CARTER THE GREAT. The audience at the Opera House last night was again completely mystified by the astounding performances of Carter the Great, a magician and conjurer without an equal. The sudden disappvaraiice and reappearance of girls by a shake oi_a wand, the suspension of girls in mid-air, the growth of beautiful rose bushes within a few seconds, tho sawing of a woman in half in full view of the audience, are but a few of the acts in a *ong and interesting programme. Cariter’s rich vein of humour is a most diverting incident in the entertainment. PRINCESS THEATRE.

To-day will see the termination of the present programme at the Princess Theatre. Commencing on Saturday is the Lasky production, “The Tiger's Claw" featuring Jack Holt. This is said to be easily the most thrilling picture of ii 3 career. Among *the uncommon thrills are a fight with a tiger, a leap on horseback over a deep gulf, and the dynamiting of,a dam. Ev'a Novak plays the feminine load while George Periolat and George Field, two • well-known character actors, play important parts. The remainder of the cast includes AiJeen Pringle, Karl Stockdale, Evelyn Selbie, Frank Butler, Bertram Grassbv. Robert Dudley, Frederick Vroom and others. The supporting items will inc ude Harold Lloyd, in "Grandma’s Boy,” and an interesting now film. MUSGROVE CELEBRITY VAUDEVILLE. The present programme at the Tivoli Theatre will bo presented for the last time to-night, there being no performance to-morrow (Anzac Day). At the matinee on Saturday a change of programme will include many new items. New acts to appear are the famous English musical trio, Windsor, Edgar, and Kellaway, billed as three men. two violins, and, a plaintive baritone. Two of them —Windsor and Edgar—aro Trinity College players. They are said to be amongst the best of England’s violinists, and are ex-musical directors of leading West-end theatres. Alex Kellaway is said to possess one of the finest musical comedy voices of tho London stage. Donald Stuart, billed as the high and mighty magician, comes direct from a successful season at the Tivoli Theatres of Sydney and Melbourne. His act is described as "somewhat different.” Other important acts to follow are Carr Lynne, animal mimic; Julian Rose, famous Herew impersonator; and Estello Rose, entertainer. Tho box plans uro at the Bristol and dny sales at the Tivoli Theatre confectionery. AMBASSADOR CABARET. Elaborate preparations are being made at the Ambassador Cabaret for tho Fleet season, which opens to-night. At every session there will be carnival music and special attractions, and the cabaret will be the centre of amusement for visitors and townspeople. Every afternoon Miss Trixie Lake will present new’ dances, and the evening sessions will be full of novelties and special attractions. PUBLIC HALL, EKETAHUNA. There are few persons who have not had a heart-breaking experience with a flirt, because the species comes in both male and female form, hence there aro few that will fail to understand the psychology of Mr. Tarkington’s story, and, if they aro not now in the midst of a similar experience, to thoroughly enjoy each minute of the performance. "The Flirt” is to no screened on Saturday at 1.30 and 8 p.m.

KING’S THEATRE. Much has been heard of Hollywood, but this centre of the film world is to lie seen in reality in the star feature of the current programme at the King’s Theatre entitled “Hollywood." The picture has a moi al, for it shows that not every girl can become a star, and the path to stardom is not a bed of roses. Commencing with the change of programme on Saturday is Universal's screen version of Rita Weiman’s worldfamous stage play, “The Acquittal." Mystery is the underlying feature in a very powerful drama, and advance reports indicate that “The Acquittal” has lost none of its compelling fascination and interest in its conversion from the legitimate to the shadow stage. The picture is said to baffle from the start through an engrossing court-room sequence, and one wonders who is guilty. Through the sensational episodes that follow one still wonders. The sinister finger of suspicion points first at one character then another. Finally, in an astounding climax, the solution is cleared in one dramatic moment. To tell the rest would spoil the play for those who have yet to see it. The acting of the all-star cast is said to bo superb. Norman Kerry adds another triumph to his list in the part of Robert Armstrong. Claire Windsor enacts a dramatic role as Madeline Ames. Ono of the striking parts in the piece is the part of Harry Mestayer, noted dramatic star, who plays the district attorney of the sensational trial scene. "The Acquittal” is said to be to the film what “The Bat” was to the stage, but with certainly more lavish settings, and a much more convincing story. Great core has been taken with the production, and the scenes and scenery are as good ns modern film work can make them. There will be an excellent programme of supporting items. A feature will be a Century comedy and the latest International News film. The King’s.fine orchestra will play a specially selected score of music.. The management announce that owing to the theatre being closeci on Anzac night the programme will commence at a matinee on Saturday afternoon. The box plan is on view at the Bristol, and after 5.30 p.m. seats may be reserved at the theatre, telephone 22 —212. QUEEN’S THEATRE. The Paramount picture, “His Children’s Children," a picturisation of the famous novel by Arthur Train, will be the feature at the Queen’s Theatre next Saturday. The story js a sensational American melodrama, featuring Bebe Daniels, Dorothy Mackaill, James Rennie, and George Fawcett. It is the life story of three generations of a prominent New. York family, and has been produced in an unusually gripping and vivid manner. Included, among others, in the strong supporting cast are Mary Eaton, of the Ziegfold Follies, Mahlon Hamilton, Lawrance D’Orsay, Warner Oland, Hale Hamilton, and John Davidson. There are many scenes of strong dramatic interest. The supporting programme includes tho usual high-class Paramount comedy, Burton Holmes Travelogue, and Paramount Gazettes. A special feature of tho programme will be a brilliant selection of incidental music by the Queen’s grand orchestra, under the direction of Mr. A. 11. Jerome. The box plan, is at tho Bristol. ARTCRAFT THEATRE. An entirely new programme will be screened at tho Artcraft Theatre tonight, the star feature being the famous seven-reel William do Mille production, “Clarence,” starring the favourite Wallace Reid, with Agnes Ayres and May McAvoy. It i s said to be one of the finest refined comedy dramas ever seeu on the screen. The story deals with the tioubles of a family who are constantly at sixes and sevens, and who are leconciled through the painstaking and humourous .efforts of Wallace Reid as Clarence Smith. A Gazette, a Travelogue and a very funny “Torchy" comedy, all to orchestral music, complete a most enjoyable bill