MAJESTIC THEATRE.

Evening Post, Volume CX, Issue 12, 14 July 1930, Page 5

MAJESTIC THEATRE.

Large attendances testify to the popularity of the delightful all-British singing and talking attraction, "Under the Greenwood Tree," which is the feature picture of an exceptionally good programme at- the- Majestic Theatre. Adapted from Thomas Hardy's widely-read novel and strikingly well acted, before a background of charming English scenes and settings, by Marguerite Allen, the fascinating London favourite, previously admired here in "Widecoinbe Fair"; John Batten, a young New Zealander, who has won screen fame in both England and America, Wilfred Shine, who gives a notable delineation of "Parson Maybold," and a really admirable supporting cast of English players, who present the "types" of Wessex folk with rare skill, Thomas Hardy's story and characters seem to live on the screen. The singing is a pleasure to listen to. "Under the Greenwood Tree" should not be missed. British curtain-raisers, all of good quality, are a most interesting scientific lecturette by Sir Oliver Lodge, a well-mounted operetta, "An Arabian Night," in which the London singers, Paul England and Alma Bayne, sing capitally, and a first-rate offering called. "Bong-copation," by Bobby Movls and Patricia Bossburgh. "Streets of Chance," William Powell's latest success, will be the nest feature offering.