ENTERTAINMENTS

Evening Post, Volume CXVI, Issue 105, 31 October 1933, Page 4

ENTERTAINMENTS

REGENT THEATRE,

"The Working Man," starring George Arliss, at the Regent Theatre, is now in its second week. Though in "The Working Man" there is not a historical background, such ii mental measurement of his latest picture will not leave the scales heavily weighted In favour of "Disraeli" for entertainment value, nor should there be found any great disparity In the standard of the Arliss characterisations. As Iteeves, a shoe manufttktirer, in "Tho Working Man," it is the Arliss'; of old who is the-.. central , figure .of thisvexcellent production. Haying-made a sue-. .((esS"of his business, he leaves his »young insphew In charge, ' and ' setss ".■" out uii4e^: an assumed name to save the young son.'.and daughter of his old rival Hartland from wasting their lives and also to save the business, which has got Into the hands of an unscrupulous manager. With the zest and under his driving power the Hartland firm flourishes, and the interesting situation which is developed Is exploited by Arliss to tie-full. . s : .-, ■-. ■ ; .'■■■: : ■' T '. "The Lord of tho ManoK"' '-. , > i'magniftcenticost was. assembled for "The Lord of the. Manor," which will be presented at'the Regent Theatro on Friday. .It is the screen version of John. Hastings Turner's famous play,' which rah for a lengthy season at the Apollo Theatre, London, and was described as probably tho most, sparkling comedy dealing with English life ever written. It provides the ideal vehicle for Fred Kerr, whose last film it was. Mr. Kerr's renderings of the deaf and peppery ."gentry" type always were appreciated by "audiences, and In this film he reached tlie peak of his- acting powers. An added attraction ■will bB a stage novelty presented by Miss Ruth Hay and Girls—"l 934 Figure Moulding"—a fascinating exposition of modern physical culture. GRAND OPERA HOUSE. -A double programme at the Grand Opera House gives a sharp contrast of subject. Each story "is thrilling in Its way. "The Song of the Eagle" depicts the rise, fall, and rise again of an American brewery through the Eighteenth Amendment and after.. ;tt is one of- those, period stories, and is characterised by fine' acting by Hoffman, the brewer, and • his wife. They aro lovable people, and loved by their many employees. Then comes the war and the closing of the breweries, bringing in the incipient beer racket. Employees find big money behind tho machine-guns of the racketeers, and tragedy thins the cast until tho dramatic ending. "Sunset Pass" is a Zane Grey cattle .«tory' featuring:-Tom Scene. Randolph Scott is the weak but . likeable fellow who comes into the power of the rustlers and sides with them. Kathleen Burke has the part of a girl who owns a ranch and is drawn into the troubles, which end with a cattle stampede in the pass, a thrilling spectacle. V ,* DELUXE THEATRE. "Xhe Rebel,", at the Do Luxe• Theatre, Is ono of the outstanding tflms of the year. The invasion: of the' Tyrol by troops and the \herblc' rebellion of the Tyrolcse are the main themes of tho picture,, which also contains- a romance between tho>.daughter of a Bavarian Magistrate and a medical student who becomes the leader of the rebellion. The film contains some breathless scenes of a great pursuit over the mountain tops and of a fight between tho mountaineers and the French. It Is brilliantly photographed and well acted. The famous popul»r entertainer, LWill Rogers, will appear at the Do Luxe Theatre on Friday In the ■ latest. Fox sensational. comedy, "poctor Bull," adapted from-James'Gould ■ Cozzen's .-famous story "The Last Adam." Itjis.said that in this Dim,. Will. Rogers, .surpasses: all his previous 'success.'ln-. "Doctor 'Bull" and that it provides hilarious laughter from start to finish. There is a brilliant cast, including Louise Dresser. Vera Allen. Marion Nixon, Ralph Morgan, Howard Lally, Rocliello Hudson, and Barton Churchill. ' PARAMOUNT THEATRE. To see and hear Jan Kiepura In "Tell Me Tonight," now at the Paramount Theatre, Is 'to experience tho spell of a deiligbiful personality as well as a glorious TOice. '■He is a. great tenor from the opera stage of Europe, still so young that ho Hve3 in the sunshine of early popularity, y,et mature enough to be acclaimed as one of tho loading tenors of his timo. Edmund Gwenn (the Mayor), Athene Seyler (tho Mayoress), and Magda Schneider (their daughter) give admirable characterisations, while Srnnlo Hale, an inimitable London comedian, who makes his first screen appearance in "Tell Me Tonight," scores a personal triumph. On this programme is a splendid film, "Our Fighting. Navy."' : ':. -■' ■""' . KING'S THEATRE,' ■"• 'Starring Richard.Barthelm'css, "Cabin in the Cotton' Vis now showing at the King's Theatre. It is ail epic-, formed from the crucible of a little "Cabin In the Cotton" —epic in size, in conception, and in execution of its Important .theme. In It Richard Barthelmess gives one1 of the greatest performances of his remarkable career. Supporting Mr. Barthelmess are Dorothy Jordan, Bette Davis, Henry B. Walthall, Tully Marshall, and Dorothy Peterson. .':' . ',''<■ t: -: *J:r' QUEEN* THEATRE. ■'Action,'•pictorial and-feminine beauty, and a "different" western sfory.are the outstanding features of "Flaming Guns" at the Queen's Theatre. This ' latest' Tom Mix vehicle, from the opening, where Tom appears as an ex-sergeant of Infantry during the World War, to the end, is a whirlwind of action. There Is a spectacular stampede of cattle when Tom outwits the outlaws and captures them single-handed. ' ARTCRAFT THEATRE. "Topaze," a very smooth and brilliant version of the play that was an. outstanding success in Paris and1 New York, will .appear at the Artcraft Theatre tonight. Brilliantly acted, with an exceptionally1 . beautiful mounting, "Topaze" has a French savour that is distinctly refreshing' and gay. John Barrymore, llyrna Loy. Reginald Mason, Luis Alberni, Alhert Conti, Jobyna .Howland,'Frank-.Reichcr, L'owden oA'dams, arid- Jackie Searl are in the cast. EMPIRE THEATRE, ISLAND BAY. .-; A double-feature programme .Is. to bo screened at the Empire Theatro this evening. The principal attraction is "Her First Affair," a comedy. Ida Luplno and Harvey Tate head the cast. The second attraction Is a thrilling mystery entitled "Night In Montmartre." On Wednesday and' Thursday "Life In the Ratf and "After Dark" will be shown. SHORTTS THEATRE. Richard Dix Is now appearing at Shortt's Theatre in "Roar of tho Dragon," a stirring spectacle of the Far East, reflecting a vivid panorama of the hazardous frontier with its stately parade of .adventure-seekers. Appearing with Dix is Gwill Andre, who makes her screen debut in the film. Miss Andre is seen as a Russian noblewoman, ono of the pathetic 'patricians who have haunted .ilio frontier towns of Northern China since the Red Revolution. "Crossfire," a Tom Koene picture, is shown in support. PRINCESS THEATRE. One of Edgar Wallace's greatest thrillers was recently finished at the British Lion Studios, namely, a talkie version of "The Flying Squad," ■which is now being presented at the New Princess Theatre. A particularly strong cast was lined up for this important revival, and the leads aro played by Harold Huth and Carol Goodner. Supporting these two favourites are Edward. Chapman, Harry Wilcoxon,, » promising young "discovery," Abraham Sofaer, who will be remembered for his fine performance in "Dreyfus," and Campbell Gullan. BRITANNIA THEATRE. "Say It With Music," featuring London's popular Jiick Payne and hia band, will open at the Britannia Theatre tomorrow. This film Is not merely a Jazz music recital, as it\ contains a richly human story, written by William Polio* fictional, but using as its theme the.dramatic history of the Irving Berlin number. "Say It With. Music." which Is.! famous throughout the world as Jack Payne's signature tune. Percy Marmont plays the part of Philip Western,-the' composer of "Say It With Music," and a wartime pal of Jack Payne's. CAPITOL THEATHE, MIRAMAR. "One Way Passage," screening at the Capitol Theatre tonight,, features William Powell, Kay Francis, and Herbert Mundin. Laid entirely on an ocean liner crossing tho Pacific from Hong Kong to San Francisco, tho drama is one of the most unusual enacted on tho screen for same time. ■ i:' KILBIRNIE. KINEMA. At the. ■Killilrnio Klncnia tonlKht-'Ea'wara; G. Robinson '■'and Bcbe--<Danlcls will.'be seen, in "The Silver Dollar." There 'arc good supports. OUR THEATRE, NEWTOWN. A double-feature programme' is to be presented tonight to Our Theatre patrons. Irene Dunne and Ulcardi) Cortez are co-starred in "Thirteen Women." The picture reveals the harm that can be done by the "predictions" or false astrologers and others who claim they can foresee the events of tho future. The second feature, "Renegades of the West," starring Tom Kecnc, is an outdoor romance. WELLINGTON BOYS' CHOIR. Next Saturday, in tho Wellington Town Hall, music lovers, will have an opportunity of hearing a boys'' choir consisting of fifty-six boys with unbroken voices. This entertainment will he an education to every boy and girl as well as to adults. The conductor is Mr. H. Temple White. Miss Dorothy Stentlfqrd, one of New Zealand's most gifted sopranos, will make Irer first appearance before a Wellington audience. Mr. W. A. Gutlieridge will play the grand organ. Eric do Mauuy, Bruce Maxwell, Walter Waddle, and lan and Jim (iallowav will render solos, ducts, ami elocutionary Items. ■ Madame Evelyn do Manny will he the accompanist. Popular prices will lie 'charged, -s (plus tax) and Is. The box plan is nl the 1J.1.C. Special concessions are being made to pupils from tho collegiate and State schools.

MAJESTIC THEATRE. A light but very amusing comedy, "Ladies Must Love" is at the Majestic Theatre. Four iiartlcularly lively ;md charming young ladles with theatrical abilities for which no producer Is apparently prepared to pay occupy a furnished apartment, but are unable to satisfy thoir landlord's Increasingly pressing demands for rent. They decide to go on a man hunt, splitting all the proceeds. One of them unfortunately falls in love with her victim, and-"Is unwilling to share either him or hi 3 cash, and the course of true love becomes decidedly uncertain when he sees the contract which the girls signed,--;. .:; ST. JAMES THEATRE. As a. farce-thriller, "Tomorrow at.'Seven," at the St. James .Theatre, is in a class by itself Prank JlcHugh and Allen Jenkins impersonate two IrlshJ'boob" detectives, "Clancy" and "Dugan." . Th<r boobs are always present to arrest the innocent and always absent when tho demon murderer, "the Black Ace," Is getting In his Ml work. Chester Morris is the le'ro and Virienne Osborna is the, heroine, Morris is a crime story writer- '■' who .is out to get "copy" out of tho doings of "the Black Ace,"' and "the-Black Ace" Is out to get Morris, b«t who:"the Black Ace" actually is must be kept\secret, as the plot has a clever denouement. > •,-:■'.>.'?'.';.. Ann Hardlng's Jcliarnv and finesse, and William Powell's: polish distinguish their excellent characterisations in a highly-interesting comedydrama study of courtship and marriago in "Double Harness," which commences- at the St. Jamos Theatre on Friday, featuring Henry Stephenson. Luclle Browne, George Meeker, and Lilian Bond. Taken from Edward Poor Montgomery's London stage hit, "Double -Harness' neatly fits the talent of Ann Harding and Powell. Miss Harding and Powell equally show versatility in their performances. It is the first time they have been starred together, and they prove a perfect pair. Among the .supporting items will be the first of a series'of Bridgo Short Subjects, in which the master piaycr, Ely Culbertson. demonstrates his methods of calling, play, etc. , . V ''' ... SEASIDE PICTURES. ; /.At the'.Seaslde Pictures, Lyall Bay! tonight '-"Luxury' Liner," featuring George Brent, Zita Jdhann, Vlv'ienne Osborne, Alice White, and yerrce Teasdale, will be shown. -Each is prompted, --to'- sail on an ocean liner by a different emotion, yet all have before them a common -vision of hope. But, during the six days or the voyage, fate takes a hand in their private and public lives and the luxurious hotel of the sea becomes a hotbed of roaring passions. "BACK-TO-CHILDHOOD" BALL. ''Arrangcnien'ts have been completed for the Back-to-ChildU'ood Ball which will be held in tho Town Hall next Friday night ;td further the interests of Miss Eve Craddock, Transport and Power Princess in tho National Confidence Carnival. Provision has been made for a variety of attractions which promise happy entertainment for everybody, <in an : atmosphere reminiscent of childhood days. Valuable prizes are being offered for the best Juyehile costumes, the competitions including best "boy," best "girl," best "baby," most original Juvenile costume, best.: urchin, best group 'of four. Music will be provided by a well-known orchestra in juvenile garb, and the dance, specials will Include Monte Carlo, Lucky Spot, Military Two-step, and-Paul Jones. There .will also be a "Back-to-Chlldhood" Ballet, exhibition tap dance, ple'rrot troupe, etc., as well as such attractions asVNuts and May" and "Poor Sally is a-weeping,''' Punch and Judy, novelty stalls,. rocking horses, swings, scooters, hoops, and many other cherished memories of childhood. ! "CHASIN' THE BLUES." "Chasm' lljp Blues" will be presented by the Wellington, Musical Comedy and, Dramatic Society in tho.Concert Chamber this evening and the next two nights. The revue will be presented by Mr, David Devitt, and .the players includo some of the bcst-lmowii and most popular Wellington; artists. - SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAL ■ Tho final concert of the Wellington: Symphony Orchestra's l!tS3 season will (if reservations to date aro any guide) be played;to a full Town Hall on;. Thursday evening. /v Cnder the conductorship vpf Jlr. Leon de Mauny, a brilliant programme will he presented,,'and one that has many elements of popularity: Mrs. Wilfrid Andrews in operatic airs, ■ including the favourite 'fSoftly Awakes My Heart," .Wagner's "Itienzi" Overture, Massenet's "Scenes Pittoresques,"';-and Beethoven's shortest symphony (No. 8 "in D. In conformity.with the committee's plan of collaborating with celebrated visitinc artists, arrangements, have been concluded for 'Andersen Tyrer to be, the solo pianist. Mr:. Tyrer has a world-wide reputation, and during one season in England he performed from memory no fewer than ,32 different piano concertos under the batons of Sir Hamil-ton-.-Harty, Sir Henry Wood. Sir\ Thomas Beecham, Sir'Jtandon Ronald, Sir Dan Godfrey, and others, and he has appeared at all the principal concerts In England, including the Royal Philharmonic, Albert Hall, Halle, Queen's Hall, London' Symphony, Birmingham Symphony, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Leeds Symphony. Mr. iTyrcr on this occasion-will play two concertos.:' Liszt's No. 2 in A, and Arensky in F major. ■■"■ -Vv