ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 29, Issue 198, 19 May 1936, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

Majestic Stars Marx Brothers in “A Night at the Opera” Those exceedingly funny fellows, the Marx Brothers, arc appearing at the Majestic Theatre this week in a picture with the intriguing title “A Night nt th Opera.” This film is a happy blend ot riotous comedy with serious excerpts from the opera "Il Trovatorc.” The name of the film conjures all manner of possibilities with the three famous brothers, Groucho. Chico and Harpo loose among grand opera. One can have no hesitation in assessing this picture as the brightest this comedy team has given to the theatregoing public. The supporting bill includes a comedy, newsreel subjects, ami a technicolour film depicting modern Tokio. „ “Three Live Ghosts. There have been several films of that priceless comedy, “Three Live Ghosts.’ but the last was in the comparatively early days of talkies—just close enough tq. remember with amusement and far enough away to engender a desire for memory to be refreshed. Now a brandnew screen version has been produced, including in the cast several of the favourites of the former production. It will be released at the Majestic Theatre next Friday. Dickens’s “A Tale of Two Cities’ at St. James Charles Dickens would not have been disappointed at the screen interpretation of “A Talc of Two Cities.” which, after a successful season at the Majestic Theatre, is now ;it the St. James Theatre for the final week of the season. RonalrJ Colman, as Sydney, Carton, is older and more restrained than he used to be. and presents a very convincing portrait of the man who. after a lifetime in which he has won neither love nor respect, reveals himself in an heroic sacrifice. He is supported by a big cast, including Elizabeth Allen, Edna May Oliver. Basil Rathbone (as a superb villain). Henry B. Walthall, an old favourite of Ihe silent days, iu a striking role; Walter Catlett as a spy. The picture is remarkable for the Hawless performance given by every member of the "cast. “So Bed the Rose." "So Red the Rose,” an adaptation of Stark Young's novel of the same name which, for nearly u year now has remained high on the best-seller list, conies to the St. Janies Theatre on Friday. Margaret Sullavan plays tlie leading role. Randolph Scott is her leading man. and others prominently east are Walter Connolly. Janet Beecher. Elizabeth Batterson, Harry Ellerbe aud Dickie Moore. Paramount Screens “Peg of Old Drury” “Peg of Old Drury.” at the Paramount Theatre, is a picture of infinite charm anil senfMiient. recalling to memory au actress of the eighteenth century who was not only a brilliant player but whose wit and beauty were "the toast of the town” — none other than pretty Peg Woffington. It shows bow she was lured to London by a handsome young devil who deserts her, and Peg. by her own wit and winsomeness, gains an entrance to Drury Lane Theatre, soon catching the attention and affection of David Garrick, who raises her to stardom. Sir Cedric Hardwicke is seen in the role of Garrick, and Hashes of his powers are given of that actor as Shyloek. Richard 111 and Abd Druggcr. Peg is delightfully played by Anna Neagle. whose rich Dublin accent is a treat to hear. On tlie same programme is a fascinating Dutch picture, “Springtime in Holland" — a symphony in blue. Shirley Temple in “Captain January” at State In “Captain January," now in its second week at the State Theatre, beloved Shirley Temple plays the part of Ihe orphaned daughter of an opera singer, lost in a wreck off the rocky Maine const, where Shirley, who was washed ashore when a baby, is given a I.onio by Guy Kibboo :i lighthouse-keeper A- a merry, lighthearted child of six she is the old man's .sole, light and joy in hie edit a » € -

Charlie Chaplin’s “Modern Times” at Regent Charlie Chaplin, greatest of screen comedians, has “come back” in ’Modern Times” the best film he ever made, now showing at the Regent Theatre. Playing opposite the comedian i« the elfish Paulette Goddard, who is ideally east as a gamin of the water rout. Then there is Chaplin s old partner, HaiiK Mann, who played with him in many of tne silent films. Even though the comedian docs not speak, it in no way seems W detract from the enjoyment of the show. Perhaps it is just as well that he does not, for the show is so funny, and the laughter of Ibe audience so loud that it is doubtful if any of the dialogue would be heard above the mirth of those in the theat re. Little Jane Withers Stars in “Gentle Julia” at Plaza Little Jane Withers has the most important rode of her stage career in “Gentle Julia,” now screening at the Plaza Theatre. It is an hilarious ftory of a mischievous little vixen who turns her baud to patching up romance, with questionable results. Versatile and lovable, Jane will be remembered for her part in “Ginger, but she is even more likeable in “Gentle Julia.” Jackie Searl, her madcap partner in “Ginger,” is again with her. “Private Secretary.” First presented on the stage over 35 years ago. Sir Charles Hawtrey’s famous comedy, “The Private Secretary.’ sill retains its well-deserved title, of "the world's greatest comedy,” for its record season of three and a half years has neier been equalled. The film version, with Edward Everett Horton in the leading ride, will be the next release at the Plaza Theatre. Tuneful Comedy, “Colleen,” at De Luxe Theatre “Colleen.’’ Warner Bros.’ latest inii.s’ical romance, ’’which is proving immensely popular at the De Luxe Theatre, has an all-star cast, including Dick Powell, Kuby Keeler. Jack Oakio, Joan Biondell, Hugh Herbert, Louise Fazenda and a *core of other principals, as well as a couple ot hundred chorus beauties and dancing youths. Dick Powell is the serious minded young manager of an estate for a rich and flirtatious uncle, who had purchased a modiste shop for a “siirl friend.” £)ick falls in love with the efficient secretary of the shop, and manages to win her heart after a series of entanglements filled with hilarious comedy. Misfj Keeler has the role of the secretary, and introduces some remarkable tap dancing, both by bm’seif and with Paul Draper.