ENTERTAINMENTS

Evening Post, Volume LXXXIX, Issue 137, 11 June 1915, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

CINDERELLA. There was a very large audience at the Grand Opera House last night to see the second performance of " Cinderella " by the J. C Williamson Company Tho magnificent staging and dressing of the pantomime created another powerful impression. Mips Dolly Castles repeated her great success in the title role, which suits her perfectly ; and Mi6s Minnie Love, as the, Prince of Floravia, was equally popular The remarkably clever work of Mr. Barry Lupino, his droll humour and his dancing and gymnastic performances were constantly in evidence, and created the greatest amusement; and, what with his efforts and the comedy work of Mr Arthur Stigant, the "dame," and Mr Jack M'Ardle, the audience had a feast of laughter. The pantomime includes some splendid stage pictures, in which finely conceived colour schemes and brillianl lighting combine to produce the maximum effect. The ballets are excellent, and tho dancing of Mies Maude Amery in the "Wild Flowers'" ballet is admirable. The pantomime will be repeated eactl evening till the close of the season next Wednesday, and matinees will be given to-morrow and on Wednesday A feature of to-morrow's matinee will ' be a harlequinade arranged by Mr. Lupino. EVERYBODY'S PICTURES. A striking drama painting episodes of modern city live in America, entitled "The Swindler," is the chief attraction at Everybody's Pictures. This story of the "get-rich-quick" craze is as instructive as it is popular. It is supported by a good selection of other films," including "The Making of a Newspaper" (Vitagraph industrial), "Fatty and Mabel at San Diego Exposition" (Keystone comedy), "The Warwick Chronicle" Chronicle" (topical), and "The Queen Carnival Candidates." "WAR IS HELL." At Everybody's, at noon on Monday, will be witnessed the first screening locally of what English papers describe as the most realistic war drama yet produced. When the Germans invaded Belgium, the terrorising and degradation of the inhabitants was part of the war policy the "cultured" Germans adopted. "War is Hell" originated from a narrative of a British officer who was a participant in the incidents which abound throughout the picture. Many sensational scenes are portrayed during the action of the drama, and a' thrilling realistic fight to the death gives a good idea of' the ferocity and hatred war inspires.' "War is Hell" undoubtedly makes the spectator realise sufferings and miseries our Belgian Allies endured to check the German Huns in their advance. THE KING'S THEATRE. In 1 the current programme at the King's Theatre there is one film of special interest locally. This shows the various candidates for the honour of Queen of the Carnival, as well as excellent views of the recent big procession. Of equal merit is a Lubin drama "The Attorney for the Defence," while among a good supporting programme are further pictures of doings at the front, an educational film "The Salt Industry," and various others, not forgetting a good selection of comedies, headed by "His Sister's Kiddies." The usual matinee will be held to-morrow afternoon, and the programme will be screened for the last time to-morrow night. THE EMPRESS THEATRE. There were crowded attendances at last evening's sessions of the Empress Theatre continuous pictures, the main attraction being part 12 of "The Adventures of Kathlyn," Selig's wild animal drama. This chapter of the story deals with Kathlyn's election as queen of AHaha, 'and the subsequent experiences of herself and her friends during an expedition to Volcano Island in quest of treasure. The episodes are exciting and realistic. Miss Leah Baird appears in a captivating role in the Vitagraph drama "His Wedded Wife." "The Australian Gazette" illustrates recent happenings of moment in various parts of the Commonwealth. There is abundant humour in the Keystone farce comedy "A Bird's a Bird." * Another hearty laughter-maker is "Deep Sea Fishing" (Kalem trick comedy). PEOPLE'S PICTURE PALACE. The new star picture. "The Billionaire," introduced at the People's Picture i Palace yesterday, proved a most successful feature. The title suggests a heavy drama, but the picture is a- comedy of i\ fine type, and the large audiences which have seen it were highly pleased ,b;r it. "The Billionaire" is, in fact, lleEcribed as one of tho best comedies yet produced for the picture theatre. THE BRITANNIA. Th« eleventh instalment of the "Trey-o'-Keurts" serial is the feature attraction o& to-day's new programme at the Britain \ia Theatre. Besides a big explosion, in which & motor car figures prominently, there are some wild chases on hor.\eback across a desert. The supporting lectures include "Physical Culture Ranch," a comedy drama; "Broncho Billy's Punishment," the latest Western diama of the "Broncho" series ; "Tail of a Coat," a comedy by some of the principal. Sehg players, and the latest "Warwick Chronicle," with special scenes from the war zone. The candidates for the Carnival Queen are screened at every sessvon. SHORTT'S PICTURE THEATRE. Charles Chaplin's extraordinary antics are probably tnore popular than the work of any other moving picture comedian, and hiisf " Night Out." now being shown at Sfrcrtt's Picture Theatre, is crowded with the most laughable episodes. The audiances drawn by this film have been very large, and the picture is wonderfully successful. It is shown ten times daVly and admirers of Chaplin should take, an opportunity of seeing the exhibition. STAR THEATRE, NEWTOWN. "Tho Swindler," an attractive story, was presented to a largo audience at the Star Theatre last night. An exceptionally good Keystone comec^y caused much merriment. There will be the usual matinee to-morrow PALACE SKATING IUNK. Tho Palace Skating Rink, Vivianstreet, continues a favourite rendezvous fo: followers of skating. To-morrow the usual Saturday morning session will be held from 10 to 12. A carniva'i is set down for Wednesday and Thursday evenings next. The attention of patrons is drawn to the advertisement on j.«ge 2. BROOKLYN SENIOR CADETS. The annual reunion of the Brot&lyn Senior Cadets (No. 41 Company) was held this week. After various musucal items were rendered, Lieutenant Mel \or, of tho Permanent Staff, presented t\ophies won by members of the company in the musketry course. The Lady Godley Challenge Cup and Medal were won by Sergeant H. L. Rule. The following also won trophies : — Corporal E. Gittings. Q.M. T Stace, Privates W. Probyn, W Kelly, T Palmei, P Simnionrls, and J Hunter. The proceeds, which were in aid of the New Zealand wounded soldiers, will be handed over . to the Pat-riot,ic Rocietv.

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. Large and appreciative audiences have been present this week at His Majesty's Theatre. The first half of the programme is contributed by a clever band of entertainers, who present some humorously interesting and varied items. The second consists of tho revue, "Pardon Me!" given by the Paul Stanhope American Revue Company. The revue is an amusing one. and bright with ballets, choruses, and whimsicalities. The programme will be repeated this evening, and the usual matinee will be given to-morrow. MACMAHON'S THEATRE. "The Next Generation," now heading the bill at MacMahon's Theatre, is a strong social story dealing with the question of heredity. It is a. powerful drama in two acts, and features that popular favourite Maurice Costello. Charlie Chaplin continues to be the chief merrymaker in "A Night Out." but there is plenty of comedy support in "The Missing Legacy." The Gaumont Graphic provides topical news of a varied character. For Monday next, " Captain Alvarez," an exceptionally sensational story of adventure in the Argentine, is announced. Mr. Peter Dawson, the famous baritone, left for Sydney by the Moeraki last night.