ENTERTAINMENTS.

Evening Post, Volume LXXXVII, Issue 150, 26 June 1914, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS.

THE DANDIES. Ths Orange Dandies — who go 6O soon from Wellington — will leave behind them a gap not easily filled, for their wit and music, fun and fancy, have drawn, during their long season, consistently large houses, and audiences who are enthusiastic of Mr. Henry's quaint humoutf. Last night, in his "Song, Sense, iwi Nonsense," and his "Excelsior" duel with Air. Andrew Pace, he produced much mirth from his hearers. "The Irish Walk," sung by Mr. George Taylor, was amusing, and in vivid contrast to his "Trooper" song he gave as an encore, and which, in its changes of tenderness and spirit, showed off his voice to advantage. Mr, Andrew Pace also departed from the usual merry note in his "Lass o' "Mine." Miss M'Quoin was, as usual, delightful and vivacious, especially in her ''Catch Me, Catch Me, Charlie," an encore, and in her duets with Mr. Taylor. Mr. Webster was ridiculoisly amusing as the lady whose husband was more like a friend, and he was extremely good in an encore ragtime ditty. Miss Linda Bradford, despite a cold, sang sweetly "Coming thro' the Rye,*' and" Miss Ethel ' Walker gained a well-deserved encore for her "I 1 airy Dance." The male quartotte& were, as usuai, most attractive items. HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. "Deave's Merry Mannikins" are a strong feature in the vaudeville hill at His Majesty's Theatre this week. Tbic turn is distinctly novel, and the strange ' antics of the marionettes hearty laughter each night. Misses Jessie and Millie Millar also provide a splendid act. The whole programme is exceptionally strong, and will be repeated to-night and to-morrow night. "EVERYBODY'S PICTURES." On Monday night at 7 o'clock the Opera House, for so long Wellington's leading legitimate theatre, will open to the public as a first-class modern picture palace. > The alterations, remodelling, decorations, lighting, etc. have been extensive, and the especially good seating accommodation is sure to appeal to patrone The nnnapemeii" has secured for the opening programme Lho film "Orders under Seal," lcfeiietl to by the Sydney Sun as one of the most powerful and at the same time logical dramas of modern happenings seen upon the picture screen for a very long time. The film is 6000 feet long and takes an hour and a half to screen. On Monday night the second session will begin about 9 p.m. On Tuesday the theatre will open at noon and run continuously on until 10.30 at night. Orchestral music will accompany all afternoon and night exhibitions. Everybody's Pictures will be managed by Mr. W. W. Wadman, late of the Lyceum Theatre, WanganuL THE KING'S THEATRE. An excellent standard is being maintained at the King's Theatre. The piogrammo includes many subjects of interest, the principal picture being a dramatic study entitled "The Curse of War." This is a realistically-acted story of a, war between neighbouring countiies, and contains many well-acted and thiilling incidents. There are also some beautiful views of the Panama Canal. There will be a matinee to-monow at 2.50. SUNDAY CONCERT. The Wellington City Band has arranged a splendid "programme for-its concert to he given in His Majesty's Theatre on Sunday night. Mr. A. R. Petersen will sing "The Watchman," etc; Mr. H. I Phipps will sing "Like Stars Above/ etc. ; Mr. JP L. Minifie will play a piccolo solo. "Will o' th' Wisp The principal band items are a contest selec tion from Verdi's pretty opera, "Nabuco," and an arrangement of the "Austrian Hynu <^X variations for cornei&, hoiL, oaasefe etc., by W. Rimmci. A silvei com collection will be made. THE BRITANNIA. "The Shadow on the Wall," the principal film on the new programme at the Britannia, is an interesting story of love and intrigue, on somewhat unorthodox lines, but well presented. "The Pote Lariat" runs closely to this film in point of merit, being full of tense situations. Chief among the other film-stories are "Diana's Dress Reform," and "Smiles of Fortune." The programme, which attracted big audiences yesterday, ie to be screened' again to-night. PEOPLE'S PICTURE PALACE. The People's Picture Palace was well filled all day yesterday. "The Harp of Tara," the centre-piece of the programme, is splendidly staged, and full of incident and interest. Nora Egan, the story runs, is in love with Rory O'Connor, who ha* aspirations for the priesthood. This situation worries Father Daly, the parish priest, and, to make matters worse, the county bailiff also has his eyes on Nora, whose widowed mother he threatens to evict unless the taxes are paid. The bailiff brings ' the soldiers, and a fight takes place between the non-taxpayers and the redcoats. Finally, Father Daly succeeds in stopping the fight and inducing the parties to arbitrate. Ho returns home, and, tired with his strenuous day, falls asleep. His subsequent dreams provide the basis for a series of interesting episodes. Supporting subjects of considerable interest are "Picturesque Spain," "Thou. Shalt Not Steal," and the Warwick Chronicle. The programme will be screened again to-morrow. THE EMPRESS THEATRE. "Studio Love," the romantic drama) is proving an attraction at the Empress Theatre. The subject is elaborately staged and the theme is of an interesting type. Gerald Newman, a young artist, falls in love with his new living model, Muriel, an orphan girl. Irma, a former model, is enamoured with Gerald, and she devises a Jplan to win him. The plot lends itself to many .exciting situations, which are realistically depicted. The remaining films include "Monkeys" (animal study), "New Zealand Wonderland" (scenes of geysers and thermal springs), and "Schooldays" (Pilot comedy). Pleasiug selections are contributed nightly by the Empress full orchestra. SHORTT'S PICTURES. At one time last night it was impossible to gain admission, to Shortt's Pictures owing to the 'popularity of one item entitled ''His Neighbour's Wife." This ie a particularly fine film, staged by the well-known Players Company, which has produced many excellent pictures. All the parts are taken by reputable actors and actresses, and they have plenty of | scope for their ability in the various ' dramatic situations which abound in the piece. There are many exciting incidents, and the photography is of the best. The whole programme is excellent, and includes: — "The Girl from the Sky," "The Diminishing Cyclist," "The Hour of Terror," and "A Visit to an Iron Foundry." OLYMPIA SK\TING RINK. The Couples' Series was further advanced at Olympia Rink last evening, and will be concluded to-morrow night with the waltzing event. The hockey match, _ Brooklyn v. Southern, resulted in a win for the former by one goal to | nil. '