ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 24, Issue 288, 1 September 1931, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

REGENT THEATRE. Perhaps the greatest variety of entertainment presented for many months is incorporated in the bill at the Regent Theatre. ’ In addition to an especially fine supporting programme, including n Vagabond Director film, Joy and Lazzerino, the amazing roller-skaters, present a new and even more thrilling act than they did Inst week. These two skaters, apparently devoid of bones and nerves, perform the most astounding acrobatical feats in a very confined space. The star film is “Beau Ideal,” Radio’s gloriously directed adaptation of the famous P. C. Wren novel. “Beau Ideal” is a remarkable film in every way. The cast is perfect, the direction equally so, the scenery outstanding, and the photography probably the finest ever seen here. It is a story of life in the Foreign Legion. “Chance of a Night-Time.” There were those who said that for comedy achievement. Ralph Lynn, the unforgettable “silly ass” of "Rookery Nook." had, stolen nil honours with his triple characterisations in “Tons of Money." but to all intents aud purposes, when better screen comedies are made, no lesser person than Mr. Ralph Lynn will make them., The bembnocled gentleman's name goes up in bigger lights than ever now, this time as the star and genius of British and Dominion’s musical farce. “The Chance of a Night-Time,” which will open at the Regent Theatre on Friday. The genial Tom Walls and he, the two inimitable English comedians, are without rivals of any nationality. Their next film will be "A Night Like This,” in which they will again appear together. Meanwhile Ralph Lynn sings and dances his triumphal wav through “The Chance of a Night-Time.” MAJESTIC THEATRE. Audiences at the Majestic Theatre shower applause upon the fine dramatic story, stirring situations, thrilling aerial spectacles, of the massive picture, “Dirigible,” and the big production generally. The story of the two aviators who are in love with the one woman, who, married to one of them, remains faithful to her vows, grips interest and holds it firmly to the end. The incidents and episodes which take place in the regions around the South Pole are exceptionally well pictured, and they make a strong anneal to the emotions. The story is from the book by Lieutenant-Commander Frank Wilber W,ead. and it is especially well acted by Fay Ray. as the charming wife of the daredevil flying ace, Jack Holt. ST. JAMES THEATRE.' The fine double-value programme at St. James Theatre is proving itself a magnet' ,of the first order, for very large audiences assemble for all sessions. The popular screen lover, Ramon Novarro, is a firm favourite in Schnitzler’s sparkling com-edy-draina. “Daybreak,” in which he wins the admiration of patrons. Helen Chandler as the heroine, Jean Hersholt. Aubrey Smith, William Bakewel). Clyde Cook, and others, all help to make the piece the delightful entertainment it is. After the interval, Laurel and Hardy, the funniest fun team in talkies, hold the screen for a full hour in their latest success. “Pardon Us.” PARAMOUNT THEATRE. Joan Bennett, the fascinating “star” playing with George Arliss in “Disraeli,” takes the leading role in “Hush Money,” at the Paramount Theatre. Her latest picture is far different from the one that really made her famous, but again she gives a fine portrayal of her part, and it is she' who makes the whole picture one that is bound to appeal to theatregoers. Good supports are also screened. KING’S THEATRE. “Stolen Heaven,” which is at the King’s Theatre, is a film with two locales. New York’s back streets ami Florida’s sunny beaches. Nancy Carroll is the stnr. (

D,E LUXE THEATRE. ■ How to make love in all languages is tlie theme of “Women of All Nations,” showing at the De Luxe Theatre, in which the seagoing Doh Juan, Victor McLngJen, and Edmund Lowe, take the lead. The supports are three good news films and a comedy. Tlie orchestra, under the direction of Mr. L. D. Austin, is heard in the overture “Zampa,” and the entr’acte “Turkey in the Straw.” Mr. Paul T. Cullen’s solos on the Wurlitzer organ are “All the King’s Horses” and “Somewhere in Old Wyoming.” . GRAND OPERA HOUSE. “The Sleeping Cardinal” is screening at the Grandy Opera House. Adapted from two of Sir Conan Doyle’s most popular short stories, “The Empty House” and “The Final Problem," this picture contains mystery and thrills. The photography is excellent. In the role of the well-known detective Sherlock Holmes, Arthur Wontner plays his difficult part with all the concentration and subtlety employed by the famous criminologist himself. lan Flemming as Dr. Watson is a refreshing character and his expressions of astonishment at Sherlock Holmes’s deductions are excellently portrayed. The other popular characters in the Sherlock Holmes stories, Lestrade of Scotland Yard, and Mrs. Hudson, Holmes’s housekeeper, are played with credit by Phillip Newland and Minnie Rayner respectively. . . At matinees only, 30 pupils of Miss Kathleen O’Brien .will be seen in a fascinating dancing scena. KILBIRNIE KINEMA. The British triumph “Tons of Money, with Ralph Lyon leading a ; - cast which includes Mary Brough Yronne Arnaud, is at the Kilbirnie Kinema. ST. GEORGE SKATING RINK. The St. George skating rink continues to be well patronised. It is situated in Willis Street, and has a floor which is stated to be second to none in Wellington.