ENTERTAINMENTS

Evening Post, Volume CIX, Issue 75, 29 March 1930, Page 14

ENTERTAINMENTS

" ;' i * REGENT THEATRE.

!*;InV "Devil MayKCafc,"' -the, talking, costume iSfomtratfß -of post-Napoleonic days, now at the Theatre, is the character, De Trevallle, Sari* ardent Bouapartist of good family. In ilia fWthiistasiu for Napoieoh's return, he is caught ;«cdji3ptrlngto that-erid/and is one of .the. many t<\yh'o':- are condemned".to ; deaths for,, so ■ doing. i'jAt/ihe; place; ; -df execution lid escapes . by. a "•"trick, seizes a horse; and when about to bo at Grenoble,.:ho scales a vino and Elands-1 in a young girl's, room.. ="■ When the girl iijearps -that her refugee 'is a'JJonapartist she— j&iKbyallst— -has no compunction in giving'him |iavf.ay, and in tlio single combat wliieh ensues ;3n* the- wardrobe,'Armand . disarms his man, -.-steajs;his uniform, and as ; ono of th» Royalist Jttroon, [again- r gets off.. .. -This is only, one of i/the series ofi thrilling'".incident's vluvttie picture.

'JSCgreat ailti-'fllmaxls'p'irovided by. the last Nbiich—Napoleon standing on the deck of a ;;aup. With the wraith of the Old Guard passing 'beforo his eyes,-ias they sing thoir old :|niajching .song. /' . 3 ' J .■•'-.

PARAMOUNT THEATRE.

S;: Lone Star Ranger,'* a movietone dramatisation: of ZaneGrey's' popular book, was preheated .'last evenin'i;.at (he, Paramount Theatre f<to"j» .capacity''liouse,,/and'the audience was Sjirovided wlth-ran-abitnciarice of thrills and cx'icltcmeiit. The *jal^st""fdpvelppnieiits in pieturo JSud "movlttoneAienable<:a wonderfully, realistic i'aa'd X interesting 'jfepresentatlon. of outdoor as Swell.:as indoor, life.--to :be;»brought to: the eye ■*a,na-Sth.e: ear. . Th^St^iiery^ itself, was-a treat, j?and: ahe dramatic:,'-JiaVijSiiini:s.v-secined, true to S'lifc:* ■ 'Buck DuWe.f'fhe "Lone. Star Hanger "-(George O'Brien) is.,-;jvan'te3'. by: t(ift authorities, 'Slaving i been outlawed -since lie, killed a man )4n-i self-defence: :C.' THIs;.; handsome : appearance, ;'3cl(idly 'nature, ■daring, and skill Wnako "him the > Hh'eroof the'-story/.'■After a, number of narrow '"escapes^• he sees■feome.ihighwaymen''holding up iili^oach; and gpetf'ibjthe!: rescue. Mary Ald"lri'dge (Sue Carol)/liappens to. bo. a passenger ;fbx- the? coach," and thanks Duane for his help. ilShe*is; going on a visit to her uncle, »iiromin!i'<jnt:ip"orsohage in that part of the country. Sbuaneiis offered a, pardon- if he. will assist 'the" .rangers in arresting n gang of .cattle.rustlers':- He agrees, and in the' course of his duties "'mlets Mary and falls in love with her. A KpYetiy ".love story then, runs'.through -the; rest '•bfvthe play, and makes a,.welcome addition and. Contrast to the Wild West scenes,; The first fijialf'of/the programme consists-of-an unusually and entertaining series of prominent •'world events in England, on the. Continent and %i& Amferica. The accompanying music '.is .-<>*- • i'felleht. Box :plans are available, at The BrisLrtbt; and 'at the theatre.-. , •.. v . ''.! With: the warfare between. Zeppelins and the ■£iondon''air defences during the World .War "is" its< basis, "The Sky Hawk,", which opens ''lad- extended season, at the Paramount' Theatre •Jon-Friday next, is one of the most thrilling on record. Much of its interest *ls?due to. its being the first all-talking. Movie?!tbfie romance of the world aflight.^. Containing •OTany: spectaclar scenes of London terrorised ''bs* thoV air raids,' ahd with-a gripping climax iMnf which one of the giant airships is shot S'abwn in flames, "The Sky. Hawk" ranks amoris 4 thai very few of its type and treats all tic Scbmbatants impartially. John Garrick, the V'sduthfui British actor-aviator, acknowledged 4as"'the-season's talking screen find, is splendidly 'fiastilri the title role, and Helen, Chandler, the wfbfiner. Theatre 'Guild1 star, is- a delightful'^heiolne.' • Gilbert Emery plays tho third fcatjtured- role with even greater, effect, than in ; -"Behind That Curtain." , ,A notable'"support"lng least includes Billy Bev'an,-' Joyce Coinptou, ■'tennox Pawle, and other established screen "celebrities. ' This production is said to liave '■iljfbken'' all records , during - its. recent sensaStional1 seasons in Auckland and, Christcliurch. .Hb&'plans, -which are available'at The, Bristol -Unavth'eatre; are already filling rapidly.

, " , , KING'S THEATRE.

V Four-young things experience the heights of ' bliss and the depths of mental strain and agony yin ".Divorce Made Easy," a clever comedy btar:ring Douglas Maclean as the nephew of a rich •and" eccentric uncle, which commenced at the ,JKfnfr's 'Theatre last night. As Billy Raskins, -Maclean is out of one scrape into another,- all the best Intentions in the world. He lias just bmoothed over matters with his nnaneee, 'after coming home sadly Knocked about as ' the result of interfering between a friend and "h!s 'wife, in the interests of the friend, when his bosom friend seeks his aid in a very simi- ' l»r case. A rich maiden aunt has decreed that h!s friend's marriage, must be dissolved "tor him to succeed to" her estate. The friend's wife, a few days a bride, is a seductive little 'lady; and Billy enters wholeheartedly into the plan to &o stage matters as to be caught ,by.the aunt in circumstances which will secure >hitf 'friend's divorce, purely temporarily, and '. .for ' political purposes only. Rehearsals pro--Vide endless fun, especially as the husband, not without some reason, thinks that neither ' of the' other two conspirators regard their sacrifice of timo for, him as a great hardship. •The'elephantine aunt arrives at about the same time,' as BiHy'Sv.,uncle, And they complicate matters, spoil the rehearsals, and generally annoy everybody when they are not sparring 'With each other. It becoms a-matter of bringrfsg off the compromise by dodging these two at the right time, but it proves difficult. All ends moro happily and merrily than would be expected. Marie Prevost, as the loving but eaucy and independent wito, Johnny Arthur as the vapid and not too trusting iriend, and Trances Lee, as Billy's intensely jealous girl, are aided by Dot Farley as the aunt, and Jack Duffy as the uncle. Tito Schipa, the lyric tenor, proves the excellence of the sound side of film entertainment. , The News contains tho King's speech at the opening of the Naval Conference

/ QUEEN'S THEATRE. .

Two exciting dramas aro on the piograinmc for this week at the Queen's Theatre. The first is-an all-talking Universal picture, with Hoot Gibson in the leading role, "Courtm .Wildcats'." Hoot plajs tho part of a college boy who poses as effeminate in order to keep Ills father from putting him to work in the family foundry. He finds himself attached to a Wild West show, and immediately starts on the arduous task of courting "Calamity Jane," a comely performer, who has an aversion to all romantic males. There is plenty of laughter, in addition to the thrills. Tho second feature is also a talkie, "The Ace of Scotland Yard." -Blake,' of' Scotland Yard, has retired to the secluslbn of his, country home, 'believing- that Lady Diana's kindness was prompted by friendship, not by love. The acquisition of the lovej ring by Lord Blanton, Lady Diana's lather, brings tear to Blake because ho senses the danger that the 'possession of the ring brings to Lady Diana and her iather. The startling events, follow the- kidnapping and rcscuo of Lady Diana, and the subsequent activities ot tho Queen of Diamonds and her gang make up a very thrilling : story. j_ -

DE LUXE THEATRE. .

Of Infinite charm and pathos, and yet full ot humour, "Love, Live, and Lnugli," the feature of tho' new programme at the De Luxe Theatre, sets a standard which, if followed, would wipe out all adverse criticism of sound pictures. . It is Ihe story of a young Italian immlErant iv the States, who Is an optimist to the core —"at any moment anything may happen/-"^ After .getting a job in.v. music store and falUnVin'-loVe with Margharlta, he has to jnako a sudden departure to Italy, as his old father ia. dying... Qncc there he is involved in the World-War, and, blinded by a shell, remains" for three years in-an Austrian prison camp. Margbarlta meanwhile thinks him dead, and marries a clever surgeon. But as a, blind man the still optimistic young Italian returns to the States and ekes-out.a living by playing an accordeon in the parks. All his attempts to find Margharita are of no avail. In course of •" time "h<r falls" into the hands of Marghanta'b husband, and is miraculously cured of his blindness. He goes to the doctor's house to thank him and finds there his lost love. But ' the optimist in him comes out on top: as , Margharlta has been happy in her marriage he leaves her and goes out again into tho world to "love, live, and laugh." Truly a beautiful - production: with superb photography and per- ' feet dramatic 'characterisation. George Jcssel as the young Italian has never dono anything •better in his care/, and LI la Lee as tho unfortuuate Margharita fa superb. The minor characters, too, aro excellent, aud the picture is one in a thousand,'although calculated-pos-sibly to bring tears to many an (tf'c. The singing, music, and dialogue throughout arc all that could bo desired., The supports include some first rate Items amongst the news reels, notably the, visit of the -King and Queen of 'Italy to the Vatican und a glider fatality. A Maori war canoe in action is another topical Item of moro than passing Interest. Much of the '• humour of a negro comedy Is lost through indistinctness,-but. this small defect is amply made up for'by, the rest of the programme. Incidentally, 'there Is some negro singing in one of tho gazettes in which-several hundred voices take part, and that alone is worth going a long way to hear.

ARTCRAFT THEATRE.

A powerful drama, "Revenge," starring Dot ores del Kio, ■Is now being shown at tho Artcraft Theatre.' • It is the' story of life amongst the) gipsy tribes io tho Carpathian mountains. The star takes tho part of tho daughter of a famous bear-tamer, who loves to tamo men as she tames bears, only to despite them when she has, tamed them. After her father has vanquished his- hated - rival, the son of the . dead man, a daring bandit, swears vengeance, and thore are many dramatic sequences before tho big climax which clones the picture. Tho second big picturo is "Husbands for Rent," a comedy-drama in which Hclcnc Coslcllo, Owen: Moore, and Kathryn Perry have the leading roles. Thero are many hilarious situations.

QUALITY THEATRE, ISLAND BAY.

The screen version of Armc Nichols's "Abie's T r i s h nose," which has been equipped with sound, comes tc-the Quality to-night. The lovable characters are portrayed by a distinguished cast including such favourite stars as Jean Ilerscholt, diaries "Buddy" Rogers, arid Nancy Carroll. They emphasise .the. humanity of the original "story, show tlie conflict of. Mlfef against father, the triumphant force of Iwc, and the humour of intolsrance. v PicUircßnua ba«kgrounds. extending from New lork to California delight the eyo.

OUR.THEATRE, NEWTOWN

"Shanghai ia.&s',' c Warring* Mary' Ndlan', 'is the chier attraction to be shown at Our Iheatro to-night. v.U.ls. a story of the regeneration of two -"white outcasts in the most picturesque city in China. The second feature, '.'Marked Money," starring Junior Coglan, js a story' o£ daring youth.

MAJESTIC THEATRE. .

Gcorgo «Biincfoff, huge and Rootl-natured star of several successes, will make many fresh admirers f-by, his work ia. "The Mighty," which opened : atf the Majestic Theatro last evening. Playing'l opposite. Bancroft is beautiful Kstlier Ralston,'•'and those' inNtlie notable supporting cast include Dorothy. Revier, Warner Oland, who will be remembered. for his acting .in "Tho Mvsterlous Dr. Fu., Manchu," and,. Raymond Hattdn.- In "Tlie^/ Mighty," Bancroft plays the part fof a .gunman,r Greeson, who sneers at such high ideals-,as.are possessed by those who enlist for service in Franco.' (luring, .tho Great War. Eventually, however,-, he1, is forced to go to 'tho front, where his reck essness wins for.-hlm..-promotion- and decoration. One"" of his brother officers, Jerry Patterson, quails''before the ■horrors of trench''warfare, but at last he proves his worth, giving; his life in a desperate act of bravery, rt.rceson promises to tell''his, people :of . his courage. Back in. Jerry's homo, town,.;. Greeson, now'a major, meets Jerry's'sister,: imd. is feted; by tho citizens, who prevail on him to take'charge, of tho Police Force. In ■ loyalty to his , old gang, Greeson rejoins them, but environment atid the strong appeal of Jerry's sister makes him decide.- to !go straight, and he. routs the gangsters in a thrilling/fight when they -arc escaping witir the proceeds; of .a bank .robbery. Particularly exciting'-are",ithe scenes showing; the' pfiltcemen , speeding .on their motor-cycles to overtake the crooks."-.ln..support are a most amusing cartoon,,a Jay C-;. Fiippcn comedy, an item- built up onr'Tschaikowsky's "18ia Overture," 'and' a■■ movietouo^newsreol depicting,tlie recent 'Royal'wed()ing':iii Italy.- -, ; .- • f

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE

.- Commencing airHiiii'Majesty's Theatri;- to^iay Al Jolson and .Dayey'' Leo mako a welcpnio re-appearaqci'iin .iWellington per medium, ;<)t tlie ..Vitaph>rie".y."Say -it With Songs", affords the' star a"further opportunl*.y..'of proving;-thß consummate "singingv-.actbi? ,he./is. This -latest film gives him great scope for displaying ills varied talents, and lie does his tinest screen work as the volatile Joe Lane, who, by a. trick of fortune, loses'loved .ones, honw, and liberty, suffers- imprisonment,-: td1 finally find/ rpeacc through his devotion to his "little pal—playeded inimitably by web-Davey Lee. Opening in a broadcasting station,, the story of :"bay .It With .Songs" leads naturally to'a wide selection of song numbers. There is the :delighttul theme song, '-'"Little Pal," to say nothing, of "Ijsed to. You," "Seventh Heaven," "Why Can't Yoti," aiid' "I'm' .Ka-razy ,for you.". B.ox ■plans- are.now:vopeu at The Bristol. . ' ;'-.- ;'?

ERNIE LOTINGA COMING,

■■'For some*years:past Australian theatre managements, have been negotiating with -Ernie Lotiuga for a tour of Australia and New. Zealand, and it: was only due to the courtesy 'of a well-known . London manager, who had ;Mr. Lotinga under contract: for the year 1030,. that tho popular comedian was . enabled to accept his present '■' engagement. He will ntalco,'his first appearanco here on Saturday night next. Ernie Lotinga is bringing with him his complete and original English company of twenty artists, including the brilliant actress, , Miss Kathleen Barbor, and during his brief season here' ho' will present four of his. best,, most successful, and most entertaining comedies. Beginning with the military comedy play, "August, 1014," which proved a record breaker in London.- and which enjoyed long .runs in Sydney and Melbourne,1 Mr. Lotiuga will also stage "Police Force," "Khaki," and "House Full" all of which were- specially written /for the famous London comedian. Although •; there are some intense dramatic moments !in "August, 1914," boisterous comedy has- chief place in* tilts cleverly written play, ■ It is said that Eruie Lotinga- paints, his humour'in broad vivid colours, and ,he keeps his audience vi". screams of laughter, the whole time ho iron the stage. His;-supagrting company indu**. Harold-Wilkinson, Artiold Bell,. Arthur, • Ellis,; Jack Frost, Max Avieson, Lawrence ;3. Lawrence/Doyle Crossley, Jack Deering, _■ I'red Luck, Adolph. Luck, Ida May, Daisy .Bind ey Rle Costa, and , other well-known . English artists! ; Box, plans' Open next Thursday morning at The Bristol. . . ..]'. .-'/.; ■'.'

SHORTT'S THEATRE.

Billy~D6ve has the chief role in the Eleanor Glynrii Picture, /'The , Man of the MiJment, which is' now ■ being screened , at. ■ Shortt s Theatre. Rod la Rocque is In1 the leading masculine part Miss Dove is charming as the heroine, and'her portrayal of a .girl who is thrown into tho maelstrom of wild .living and careless habits on the part of her- associates, is very well done. 'Rod,la Rocque, plays the man with his usual digntty. and efficiency. The other attraction on the programme ,is The Rush Hour," featuring Marie Prevost;'-Harri-son Ford, and, Seeria .Owen. Miss Preyost ap^ pears '.'as ,'a; young girlowhose, ambitions tol Eo'nbroa'd'leads'her.tostbw away on a steamer sailing-** or ■ the S Continent. Her adventures in France'with' two-"crooks are both- exciting and. amusing. There.is a good supporting programme. • ;^ .;'-':'.;...;■' ' ■]■;■ '.'■'.

KILBIRNIE KINEIWA.

■'JTit'e Btrang^riSss.fpf- tliß names of the; Marx Brothers''•mlght::-aW!:flrst- :seiem: confusins !and queer, but there are only stage names. Gh.ico s real name is Leonard,;Harpo:is Arthur, Groucho is Julius, "and Zeppo'is Herbert. Their quaint humour,and uproaripus comedy is to be seen and heard in the Paramount all-talking and singing picture,s "The Cocoanuts." This is really the first musical comedy that-has appeared on the- screen,-and,.the l samo,.,as. the famous musical show that took "New York by storm. 'Ihe Cocoanuts" will be seen at the Kilbinne Theatre to-night at S, in -conjunction with a full selection of sound featurettes. Seats may be reserved atUho: Theatre." Confectionery,, and the. Bristol. " ■.■■;. : ''■" ''■'-■■■-''' ■.'

; EMPIRE THEATRE. ISLAND BAY.

"His Privatfc tife,? "SlltVh'aye Mts^premiero. .release at the^:Emplr^!Tl|e;at^?%-nlght;-' lS iJu{;flie picture MeriJou portrays,thp roleibf;a nian.'about.town, who ft- smitten"'.:liyahis^former;,.sweethearts ffiend.-* Playirig*ppp6sito:: ; ]il-enjpu?!isj his own wife CKathryiiVCarT'erJ'tjvhileu-:the^{.supporting cast, incliiaes. -MargSret: Liylrigsjtpae, !Syliil ■ Grove, ifnd; Alex' Sleifsli.V: .Ari' excellent:; supporting programme .^Vinaude's'C'Ka ■■t-icp&iSdy;' :.two';-excellent scenics, andrthe,f:latest<newsre,el.', ' . ■ .

STAB-THEATfIE, NEWTOWN. v

ViHootVGibson'h'ttS:;a:{|ne.Aql(i»inj v ''yiienVinged Hors«B!ari>;: the Westeril to'pture^vliich vvill ,be shown 'to-high*vat tlic'yStari'Theatre, Newtovvn. The:other'-big' picture is;:"Come-Across." It is the story.'of a. girl, who:,'wantecl>,to-:s.ee: life.- : ;

CAPITOL THEATRE, MIRAMAR.

"■Thefeldld'sKJch/i; la rcpnieay;, 0f.,, family life, wlil:-"-'lis''iscr;e^£fe'av.'itVt'thi*"I'iih^afcrejtciTiiißlit1'iih^afcrejtciTiiißlit- A mHUonaUre'..vmarries^iiiifr:.s^Jgratiher..;aijd his planS! td:\talce'.his:vbride^aw'ay p'dnr'her; humdrum.surroundings Jar > c:I'r.esen{ed ,'by .tbe< girl aiidftliervfamilyi i'Vfluianvffiakeß/his "home with them;'1 but Cousin '.Henry's"'outspoken speeches, "and! his refusal to>*a"ccept: a good situation secured for him by William, causes further trouble, but a very happy understanding is eventually reached. Bessie Love is.ideally cast as a fiapperish Bister, and Conrad Nagel, Leila Hyams, and Robert Ober-lend excellent support. •'.'.' *!

SEASIDE PICTURES, LYALL BAY.

Two features will be screened at the Seaside Pictures, Lyall Bay.to-hight. "The .Overlaud Telegraphy" starring; Tim -M'Coy. and, Elsie. Janis,. is aVstirring■■scfeei,harrative"."6f;'a", great achievement, the laying of "the'■first trans-con-' tinental telegraph .wire in ■ the United ■ States. The picture being filmed -entirely outdoors, offers- picture-goers a welcome ■change in the variety of their, screen entertainment. "Scandal," . starring Laura La Plante, is a> drama of high -society.''Through ■ a moment's weakness a woman is forced to choose between los-i ing her.honour, her husband, child, and, home, or allow a man. to be unjustly charged for the murder of his" wife.-- Johir BolesrHuntiy, Gordon, and Jane Winton aro also in the cast. Chapter 11. of "The Pirate of Panama" will also be screened. Seats may be reserved by telephone or. at the theatre. ' .

REGAL THEATRE, KARORI

The inner workings -, of "Scotland Yard" aro shown in detail in the screen's latest mystery thriller, "The Unholy Night,". ,tho fllmlsalion of Ben^ .Hecht's ..famous book.:- "The- Doomed Begiment," which comes to-night to the Kagal Theatre. i'Tlio much-heralded new picture has been presented by Lionel Barrymore, the.masterly 'director,of "Madame X," with that assiduous attention to detail that makes for perfect entertainment.-.The remarkable-position tho policel have to faco.is the series of murders by strangulation'of the surviving officers of a famous British regiment, some years after tho war ended. '" ■■ ■ •'

SYMONS-EULWOOD-SHORT TRIO.

The well-known Symons-Ellwood-Short- Trio will give a concert at the Concert Chamber on Tuesday evening- next. Trios by Beethoven and Lekeu and a quintet by Dohnanyi will be given. In the-latter'number they will be assisted by Mrs. Eric Meier and Mr. W. B. M'Lean; Thei trio by Lekeu is a work of remarkable beauty, and will be played for the first time in Wellington. The composer, who was a brilliant pupil of Cesar Frauck,p died, at the early age of 24. The Dohnanyi quintet will also have the first performance * locally. Tho whole programme will 'make a strong appeal to lovers o£ good music. The plan is at The Bristol.

WELLINGTON PLAYERS.

Jliss Elizabeth Blake is instituting a short tour by a small company in order to popularise the short play. The first performance will ho Riven at the Khandallali Public Hall on Wednesday next; when they will give "The Song of the Seal," an Hebridean folk drama by Graham Price. "The Arbutl.inut Diamond Robbery," a detective play in 'one act, by 'ltosina -Filippl (especially written for Miss Blake, and played by her in London), and "The Tinder Box," a glorious bit of fun and fancy/.founded, on one of Hans Anderson's charming fairy,".stories. In between whiles Miss Beryl ! Earle" will recltoF. J. Harvey's "Ducks" (modern), and "The Greedy Duck" (ancient), and also,"The Plaint of the Camel." The whole repertoire will bo produced with full .detail... . TUe.plaSis.conibino ..tragedy, mys-tery,-and fantasy. ..Those taking part in the plays are Beryl Earle, Judith Piirdy, Sheila Kissel, ' Dtfrdthy 'Tanner, Una •Curtis, YV. N.. Pharazyn, F. H. Dawn, and Elizabeth Blake. .Miss. EUc£i) .Gopdson, will act as accompanist. The Wellington season will follow the Initial performance, and will be held in the Y.W.C.A. illall'.on ■Tiinrsday *Md Friday nights. From hero they 'l will g« to'Tlavolock North, fnr 7th and Sth' April, and conclude nl the Majestic Tlieatre,- Nelson, on 9th April. The profit "from the 'Khandallah performance Is to go to the Obstetric Chair Fund, and from the Nelson pei«orniances to ;the Plunket Fund.

GRAND OPERA HOUSE,

In "The'1 Delightful' Rogue," the film, version of; Wallaco .Smith's ■ sensational >■ novel, that popular moving-picture star nod hi. Kocquo was seen and heard—and botli to great advantage —in his .first..all-talking picture. His 'speaking voico records splendidly, and so does his laugh—now grim and. sardonic,, and now gay and attractively mirthful. As "Castro, the pirate," he is, a fascinating hero-villain, with a duo regard for what all the conventions require of the villain of melodrama. Loved .by, women and hated by men, hu ruled his little kingdom 'In ■'the . South-, Pacific . with an iron hand, until ho met ' the temptress" of the Tropics', and, despite;-his ;; posu t as a womanhater and* his .declaration: that lie -had no desire to take a'panther as a pet," he falls under, her spell. Hut sliu is in love vrllh a voting American nilllluiiuire, who seeks to carry her off from her South Pacific cabaret, take her. home, and marry her. The play-revolves about tho rivalry of the-pirate and the tourist, and, as the plot, unfolds, ■ the audience is astonished to,-flnd that the pirate proves himself, not only physically—that, was to be. expected—but morally; wliieh was "most unexpected, the better man: ■'• Rita -lo Roy, whose voice also records perfectly, makes a most 'charming heroine. The other parts aro well filled,- and 'the • South &ea island setting of: this unusual comedy-drama, is most delightful. Tho supporting sound-motion pictures include Robert Chisnolm, the popular Australian Digger vocalist, as "The bergeantMajor," in wliieh role he sings three very taking songs; the:. "Metrotone News liicluding brief speeches by' Ramsay .Mac Donald, m. Tardieu, and Signor Grand!'in connection with the London -Naval Conference;-.a turn by the well-known and popular, entertainer, Al Wohl-. man ;iand some clever canine acting and acrobatics 'by Carl Emma's; liighly-tralned pets.

ORGAN RECITAL,

' Mr. B. F: Page,. City Organist, will give his weekly organ recital at the Town Hall to-mor-row (Sunday) evening, and the programme has been arranged as follows:—Sonata in 1) Minor, by Scarlatti-Page; Fantasia in G Major, by Bach; Intermezzo, '-'Op.- 117" (No. 3), BrahmsPage, Eecit dv Percliuer, and -Pantomime, by. Manuel de Falla; Good' Friday Muskr' (from Act III.); "Parsifal," by . Wagner; Meditation, from "Thais," by Massenet; Finale in B.Flat (Op, 21), by Cesar .Franck.,.. . .

MIRAMAR BOXING CLUB.

The Miranjar Boxing Club is staging a scries of combats iiu the'Miramar To\vn Hall, Chelsea street, on Monday.night..next. That the success of the"evening is assured Is evinced by the nominations received and the fact that tickets- have sold, very rapidly,.; A .feature will be the contests1 for'the bantam ami featherweight . championships. ■•• A large- number of entries have, been . received in these events, which, of coiirse, constitute, the main attractions. In addition,' ten "other bouts of three two-minute rounds ,have been arranged. A valuable-medal-lias been presented by Mr. F. M'Parland to the 'boy Jwho. shows the .best promise amongst the local'entrants. Although tho club is as yet a 'new one, much enthusiasm has been displayed, and it is to bo hoped that a large audience.will'result.

W.E.A. CLASS IN NiZ. HISTORY,

Mr. H., G. .Miller, M.A.i of Victoria University College, is conducting a class in. the study of "Landmarks in N.Z. ■History, for the Work-ers'"Educational-Association, in room 2 at the Trades Hall, 120, Vivian 'street, each Tuesday evening at '7.45. Mr. Miller has made a special study of this subject and: the course should prove very ..helpful -to students and others interested. A small-membership .fee is charged and class 'discussion follows each' lecture. ' , ,:..,.,., . ... ..' .

DANCING,

The flfth'of a series of dances organised by the Port Nicholson--Amateur Road Cycling Club is to be held in the Realm Hall, .Hataitai, ou Tuesday night next from 8 o'clock until midnight. The committee has made every effort to provide an excellent night's, entertainment, and it is hoped that the dance will bo even more popularthan. those held previously. There will bo a number: of. novelty dances, and the music will be supplied by the Mascot Orchestra. ■•.:• •■- :"' ■' - ''-:''.'. :'. '• ■■ ■-'

CALEDONIAN SOCIETY. ,

• A pleasant and interesting evening was held recently at the.. Caledonian Hall, Sturdee street. A special feature of the • evening's programme was the Highland dancing, competition by juvenile members ■of the society for the" Beenle Ballantyne. Memorial Cup; Thi% event was won by Olive,. Anderson ...(pupil ..of, PhyUis Jl'jfiilan), ■sViilie M'Kao coming a close second. A piping! competition by members of the society's band was followed with keen interest. Piper- Ronald Currie .was awarded first prize, and Piper Angus Graham was placed second. Between the-, competitions the pipe band.rendered a selection, and songs were sung by the following:: Mr. -Flanagan',. "M'Gregor's Gathering, aa'd "Bonny Wee Thing".; Miss Lee, "Eriskay Love Lilt" and "April Morn"; Mr. G. F. East, "Nirvana"- and "Cant's Remem1 ber" Miss Robson was the accompanist. Mr,, W. E. Boyd and Mr. T. A. M'Donald were th;i judges • for- the Highland - dancing, and pipini! respectively-: ■■■'.; ■-■ o ': ■: :'■■ : '.■■■: ■■ ■ ■ ':i'