ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 30, Issue 265, 5 August 1937, Page 15

ENTERTAINMENTS

Douglas Fairbanks at New Paramount Douglas Fairbanks takes the lead in “When Thief Meets Thief,” in its final day at the New Paramount Theatre, and no more capable actor could have been found to take a part that demands the utmost iu youth, vigour ■and romantic bearing. “Thunder in the City.” Edward G. Robinson will be seen at the New Paramount to-morrow ru his first, picture, "Thunder in the City.” He is seen as Dan Armstrong, an American salesman, who arrives in England penniless but manages to bluff his way into society. Talking always of millions, he persuades the gullible Duke and Duchess of Glenuvon to sell him an undeveloped mine they own in South Africa. He is even more attentive to their beautiful daughter, Patricia. Uudismayetl by the fact that he hasn’t a penny to his name, he floats a company to exploit a metal "Magnalite,” found in the mine. Bytypical American whirlwind bally-hoo methods he raises a milion pounds capital, but Manningdale, a, stockbroker, obtains the only patent by which the metal can be manufactured. Using this as a weapon, he insists that Dan leaves the country — and Patricia. Reluctantly the American agrees, but in an unexpected clim-ax, finds his fate is not disappointing. The supports will include a Walt Disney Mickey Mouse colour cartoon. "Moose Hunters,” a travalogue, and a variety subject. Jean HarloAV and Robert Taylor Score at Majestic Theatre There seems every possibility that the late Jean Harlow’s last screen appearance with Robert Taylor in “The Man in Possession.” may be ranked as her most successful. A smart romantic comedy of the best kind, the film is attracting much interest at the Majestic Theatre. The stars have the additional benefits of an excellent supporting cast, and the clever direction of AV. S. Van Dyke. Deanna Durbin of “Three Smart Girls” fame, is to be seen in “Every Sunday,” a 20-minute musical-comedy on the supporting programme. There is also a mannequin parade on the stage. “A Star is Born” Brings Film Capital to Regent Screen With the assistance of natural colour, “A Star is Born,” starring Janet Gaynor and Fredric March, which is at present at the Regent Theatre, is undoubtedly the best film Hollywood has made of itself. The story is strangely new, and depicts all the thrills, gaiety and heartbreaks of a climb to fame in Hollywood. A brilliant cast includes Adolphe Menjou, May Robson, as a fiery grandmother, Andy Devine, Lionel Stander, and Edgar Kennedy. All the famous gathering places of the stars come into the story, enhanced by colour which more nearly approaches perfection than anything yet-seen. Jessie Matthews a Great Success at Plaza Singing and dancing as alluringly as ever Jessie Matthews adds another to her long list of successes, and bears on her slim shoulders almost the entire weight of “Head Over Heels,” which will conclude to-night at the Plaza Theatre. “Take My Tip.” “Take My Tip,” which will begin at the Plaza to-morrow, presents Jack Hulbert and Cicelv Courtenidge together fro the first time since “Falling for You. In "Take Mv Tip.” Hulbert has the role of a nobleman who loses _ all his money by buying a non-existent oil well and is later employed by his former butler to manage an hotel in Dalmatia. Cicely Courtneidge is his wife, engaged with him as a social hostess on the stipulation that they shall Iconduct themselves as if they were not married. Harold Huth is the butler and Frank Cellier is the trickster who-sells the oil well to Hulbert. Herbert Mason, director of “Take My Tip,” has long been associated with Jack Hulbert anti Cicely Courtneidge. He was with Hulbert in “Pot Luck,” which was produced at the Vaudeville Theatre in 1921. and worked on the film productions of Aunt and “Things are Looking Lp. both ot which starred Cicely Courtneidge. Musical Comedy at the State Theatre Comedy is the keynote of the musical “Waite Up and Live,” which will conclude to-night at the State Theatre and it is surprising what a great deal of it Jack Haley, Patsy Kelly and Ned Sparks can provide. “Shall We Dance?” AVhat happens when two of the world s foremost dancing celebrities find tha everybody believes they are ma“’ le d forms the hilarious theme of ‘‘Shall Al e Dance, the newest Fred Astaire-Ginger Rogers musical film, which will begin a F State to-morrow. Presenting the At incfooted Astaire as a famous ballet dancer and the nimble MU> Rogers as an equally renowned revue artiste, the plot deals with a scries of circumstances which bring about the marriage rumours. These rumours are filtered by some ot the characters, including Astaire himself, who is deepiv enamoured of the lady, and denied by others. The music is by the late George Gershwin and the dance numbers in novel settings feature not only the two stars themselves but aVo Harriet lioctor, America’s premiere ballerina. A unique roller-skating dance, a solo against the rhythmic background of the machinery of a giant ocean liner's engine-room, and a spectacular dance by Astaire with *-0 “Ginger Rogers” are among the eight notable dance features of the film. Tavo Western Pictures at the King’s Theatre

“The Outcasts of Poker Flat.” the picturised version of Bret Harte's famous story, and “Border Cafe,” another exciting Western, will conclude to-night at the King’s Theatre. To-morrow’s Programme. Dastardly doings in the London fog, with “Bulldog Drummond” on the scent, will bring a new Drummond to the screen in the person of handsome young Ray Milland in “Bulldog Drummond Escapes,' the latest of the popular series of light detective stories, which will begin at the King’s to-morrow. A colourful, fastmoving romance portrayal of outdoor life iu the "West, “Hills of Old Wyoming,” with William Boyd in the star role of "Hopalong” Cassidy, will also be screened. Intrigue and Comedy at De Luxe Theatre Mingling with the sort of intrigue that is making headlines with romance and humour. “Espionage” heads the De Luxe Theatre programme, with Edmund Lowe and Madge Evans in the leadiug roles. The associate feature, “Annie, Leave the Room.*’ concerns a film company that goes on location to Spendlovc Hall, owned by Lord Spendlove, an impecunious peer with film aspirations. An. extra attraction is a special short of the Spring-bok-Taranaki match. Mr. Reg. Maddams appears nightly at the organ. To-morrow's Programme. The aviation drama, “Crimson Romance,” featuring Erie von Stroheim, Ben Lyon, and Sari Maritza, will begin at the De Luxe to-morrow. It realtes the adventures of the famous “Red Knight of Germany.” Mary Astor and Charles Quigley are co-starred m the associate feature. "Lady from Nowhere, a mystery melodrama. Irish Story Now at the St. James

“Laughing Irish Eyes,” in its final day at the St. James Theatre, gives Phil Regan, famous radio star, an excellent opportunity to display his talents. The

supports include SOO feet of the Dionne quintuplets. “Feather Your Nest.” The successful English comedian, George Formby, is the principal player in "Feather Your Nest,” which ’will begin at the St. James to-morrow. In his two recent appearances in the films “No Limit” and “Keep Your Seats, Please.” Formby revealed many accomplishments as a screen entertainer. The story of “Feather Your Nest” is full of amusing situations, in which the leading player is supported by a large and talented cast. The romantic interest of the film is supplied by Polly Ward, and Davy Burnaby also is prominent. Heading the supporting programme will be "Eagletts.” a short subject concerning model aeroplane building and flying. A film record of .the Springbok-Wellington game will be screened on Saturday night