ENTERTAINMENTS

Evening Post, Volume CXVIII, Issue 106, 1 November 1934, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS

REGENT THEATRE,

"Bulldog Drummoncl Strikes Back" concludes tonight at the Regent Theatre, '•Strike 3le Lucky" commences tomorrow". GRAND OPERA HOUSE. •'Name the Woman," at the Grand Opera' House is a newspaper story in ■which" a young reporter gains notoriety and heaps a lot of trouble on himself, besides Vinmng a bride, by his exposure of a'corrupt'city government.^ There are two candidates for the position of Mayor, one being straight and the other the tool of i a ;gang, of crooks. On the eve of the election the; district attorney is murdered, arid suspicion falls on the daughter of the straight 'candidate. The cub reporter iihal-\ ]y; manages .to elucidate the mystery, of the murder. Not content with getting,the ''story" exclusively for his ,papcr,W;he actually brings back to the office ,as evidence the.murderer gagged and trussed. Before r he can accomplish such, a deed, however, he is involved in' a. wild arid •'exciting motor chase over winding mountain roads. The other feature" picture is "East of Fifth Avenue," a stbry of New York boarding-house life. '[ SEASIDE PICTURES, LYALL BAY. Tonight at 7.45 at the. Seaside. Pictures there will be screened "The Kennel MurdeV Case," with William Powell in the starring role at Philo Vance. It ia one of/the most mysterious of all Van Dine's stories. Seven persons are found to have both a motive for\the Crime and an opportunity to have committed_ it, but there is! a strange love tangle •which is eventually unravelled by Vance.

DE LUXE THEATRE. "Convention City," at the De Luxe Theatre, is now finishing its season. De Luxe Theatre patrons tomorrow will hear Madame Elsa Stralia, the famous Australian soprano,' and'protege of Madame Melba, who will make a personal appearance for one week only, in- conjunction with a return seasiou of that great epic of the Empire, ."Cavalcade," starring Diana Wynyard, Clive Brook, Herbert Mundin, and Beryl Mercer, together with 40. featured players and a cast of 3500. "Cavalcade" is the story of a home; a family. It tells of a mother's protective instincts frustrated by the chauvinistic policies of governments .which lead to war and then fatten on the patriotism and adventurous spirits of, the youth of the nation. Noel Coward has1 contrived to focus these emotions and their inevitable developments, over a generation, more than three decades,, squarely on to the hearthstone of a single family in London. As a special atmosphere prologue, Madame Elsa Stralia .will render "Land of Hope and Glory," with a special, stage setting,l in conjunction wjth Miss Iris Mason at the .Wurlitzer .organ. . v THEWENTWORTH. "Where can; we go for supper?" From 9 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) the W.entwortli (late' Majestic Lounge) will provide Wellinßtonians with the answer. Dainty and delicious suppers may be had amid cool, restful surroundinrgs, and dancers may enjoy .themselves on the artistically coloured glass floor (the only one of its kind in Australasia) to lilting, music by Fred Webber and his happy band of associates, who are already firm favourites. An innovation is the modern, up-to-date Wentwprth- bar, from which may be obtained refreshing iced drinks, ices, etc., etc. Entertainment in the way of novelty floor shows will be provided for dancers and

BRITANNIA THEATRE. "Death Takes a Holiday," and , "The Crooked Circle," at the Britannia Theatre, conclude tonight. Paramount Pictures, who brought Jiing Crosby, before picture fans a.year ago, have' another pleasure in store for screen lovers. They have signed Lanny Kpss, a handsome young tenor who .'gives evejy indication of equalling Crosby's popularity, to a screen contract. Ross will appear at the Britannia Theatre tomorrow in P.aramount's "Melody; in Spring," in ,which lie is supported by that reliable comedy team, Charlie lluggles, Mary Boland, and Ann Southern, who provides the beauty. Ross is a full-voiced tenor., not a 'crooning baritone, and in "The Open Road," "Melody in Spring," and -"Ending' With a Kiss" he has a grand opportunity to displiiy his voice to the best advantage. Also':on the programme is "Loyalties," the universally praised John' Galsworthy drama of real life. Galsworthy's story is no^defence of the Jews, neither is:it an attack on them; and therein lies its greatness. It shows w.ith wonderful sympathy and intuition the siege of the forces in both directions. ' "THE CIRCASSIANS." On Tuesday next, November 6, at 8 p.m., "The Circassians" will give their final subscription concert for 1034 in the Town Hall Concert Chamber. Those who have not already heard this unique combination of 80 good voices should make a point of attending. The programme features many novelties, including the popular "Home on the Range," a Texas cowboy song.. .This will be sung by tenors with mandolins and guitars as accompaniment. The assisting artist is Mr. Sydney Bernard, xylophonist. The conductor is Mr. Thomas Wood, and the pianist Miss Isa Anderson. Popular prices are being charged, and the box plan is at "Begg's. ■ ■■ ,

PARAMOUNT THEATRE. "Two Hearts in Waltz Time," at the Paramount Theatre, will finish its season with tonight's performance. Tomorrow thut dainty little star of many, popular Aldwych Theatre farces, Winifred Shotter, will appear on the .screen at the Paramount Theatre in a role that is considered to be her. best. In "Lilies of the Field" she has a part that is entirely different from those she has already essayed, and she will be. assisted by a fine cast. of well-known actors and actresses. •AVntiug fof its premiere .in London, at the Leicester Square Theatre, the "Daily Mirror" says: ",'Lilies of the Field' is a delightful screen comedy cleverly " adapted from John Hastings 'Turner's successful play. With its witty lines, amusing situations, delightful glimpses of rural England, and first-class acting it '■ comes as a breath ,of fresh air in these days of ultrasophistication. ■•■■■'Ellis Jeffries gives a superb performance as a modern-minded grandmother with a very caustic tongue. Winifred' Shotter puts up the best performance ■of her career, as Betty, one of the. incorrigible twins,>and is ably . supported by Judy Gunn-in the role of her sister. Anthony Bushell and Claude Hulbert are excellent, and altogether it is a film that will be relished by father, mother, and children alike." The story centres on (.he twin daughters of a country vicar who are decidedly modern. To capture the attention of a London visitor and thus earn n holiday in London, one of the twins poses as. a demure Victorian miss. She continues the pose in London and creates a sensation in fashionable Mayfair when appearing in her crinolines. KING'S THEATRE. Rex Beach's "The Goose Woman," adapted to the screen as "The Past of Mary Holmes," and Bill Boyd in "Emergency Call," will be screened finally at the Kins'* Theatre tonight. "Bolero," a Paramount picture coming tomorrow to the King's Theatre, with George Raft in the starring role, and featuring Carole Lombard, Sally Rand, the Fan Dancer, Frances Drake, and Gertrude Michael, depicts the private and. public life of the world's greatest dancer. "Bolero" presents George Raft in a role that is said to fit him perfectly, that of a romantic and adventurous fellow who climbs to success on a ladder of women's hearts. A special stage presentation which will be given by Miss Margaret O'Connor and partner, is an exhibition of the dance "The Raftero," from the picture. Box plans are at the'D.l.C. and theatre, telephone 52-212. QUEEN'S THEATRE. "Today We Live" is being presented at. the Queen's Theatre. ':' Two' noteworthy features from the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. studios will be offered at' the Queen's Theatre, commencing tomorrow.. Tremendous pace and reality make."Night Flight,'' the principal attraction^ the strongest arid most authentic storyi-tof modern air-mail flying ever-done;. A Jstrong all-star | cast does notable work. "'John Barrymore and •Lionel Barrymore'are excellent as eon-: trasting-ground officers, one strong, one' weak. - Clark Gable" and Robert Montgomery are pilqts. who battle storm and winds to;,bring -inthe mail. Helen Hayes, asl •Gable's; worry-distracted wife, gives one of the greatest emotional performances of her career, one followed closely in distinction by that of Myrna Loy. "Let Us Be Gay" is a delightful comedy romance, with Noi-ma Shearer and Marie Dressier as the central characters. RIVOLI THEATRE. An exceptionally colourful background,, an.appealing love theme, and an excellent cast headed by Lew Ayres ' and Ginger Rogers make "Don't Bet on Love," now at the Rivoli Theatre, a most stimulating screenplay. Laid largely in the exciting atmosphere of horse racing, "Don't Bet on Love" tells the human story .of a young gambler who knows^ more about horses,! than he does women. Ayres, starred in the role, skyrockets: to' the top as/A betting sensation, .but. ;loses: in his romance with the more'serious minded Ginger, After a ■ hectic career .in Avhich he determines to oppose, with crobked_ymethods,:.the biggest gambler at the tracks,: Ayres stakes ■his entire fortune on'the '"big race"'1 .and ;,,the suspense- built 'upl'.;for; this,!.thrilling isnquejL'ce'.'.is "tremendous. "The' -House; ofj Unrest" will" also be.,.shown—a mystery, thriller with 'Malcolm : Keen' -and IJoriftn'jr ißbyd.in the 'principal.l rolesi^.:;1;- •'s<"."*. , SHORTT'S THEATRE. ': :"The Hell Cat" and. "Hold'the Press" are showing at. Shortt's Theatre.1; : Clark Gable and Cluuriette Colbert' are 'the featured, players in "It Happened Oue 'Night," which will commence a brief season at Shortt's Theatre tomorrow.1 ■It is described as the best picture either Btar has appeared in. The story .tells of an heiress, F.ilen Andrews, who .has .married a worthless youth againstVher father's wishes. Her father kidnaps her and holds her prisoner aboard his yacht, in ■ Florida until he can get the marriage annulled. Ellen escapes and! tries-..t0 join her husband. On the trip she meets Peter Warne (Gable), who recognises her as'.the.-missinß hairess. Although there is,a1 .big reward for information about her, he protects har from detectives and others intent on tb.2reward, and sees her through, even after they lose their money and .are, forced to hitch-hike along the highway,- sleep in strawstacks, and subsist on-.-'raw;- carrots. ■The main supporting picture1, will, be "Social Register," a comedy-drama.. . ; ' KILBIRNIE THEATRE. Almost every seat in the Kilbirnie Kinema is booked out tonight for "The Return of Bulldog Drummond," the picture chosen by Rongotai College for its benefit night. The picture version of the storj is desscribed as ten times as exciting as the book. Drummond speeds through the most dangerous of his escapades, and at the close there is a grim battle between Drummond and his relentless enemy, Carl Petersen. non-dancers. . ; REGAL THEATRE, KARORI. Tonight "Looking for Trouble," with Jack Oakie, Spencer Tracy, and Constance Cummings, will be screened at the Regal Theatre. Cast as telephone linesmen the boj's are . go-getting, thrilling comedians. On Friday and Saturday "Queen Christina" will be screened. EMPIRE THEATRE, ISLAND BAY. "Such Women are Dangerous," starring Warner Baxter, heads the programme at the Empire Theatre. This comedy-drama presents Baxter in a delightful role as a bachelor-novelist. He has supporting him Rosemary Ames. Rochelle Hudson, Mona Barrie, and Herbert' Mundin. On Friday and Saturday Laurel and Hardy will be seen in "Sons of the Desert." PRINCESS THEATRE. "Operator 13" and "Romance in the Rain" are the current attractions at the Princess Theatre. ;. One of the largest and most distinctive casts ever assembled, for a screen production appears in "Footlight Parade," a mammoth spectacle, combining comedy, drama, and romance with original, unique dance ensembles' and catchy song hits, which comes to the Princess jj'heatre tomorrow. Four popular stars, James Cagney, Joan Blondell, Ruby Keeler, and Dick Powell, head the long list of players', and 250 beautiful girls take part in varied choruses and dance numbers, which for novelty, ingenuity, and spectacular effects are said to surpass those in "42nd Street", and "Gold Diggers of; 1933." "Footlight Parade" brings together again two of the most popular players of the screen in the leading roles, James Gagney and Joan Blondell playing opposite one another. Busby Berkeley, who created and staged the amazing choruses and dance ensembles for "42nd Street" and "Gold Diggers of 1933," acted in the same capacity in "Footlight Parade," and is said to have produced the most unique and Ravish numbers he has yet staged. ' " '. DE LUXE THEATRE, LOWER HUTT. .The. new star Anna Sten will be seen tonight and: tomorrow, night at the De Luxe Theatre in "Nana," a picture which presents an authentic- revival of Paris of 1870. As the scarlet heroine of Entile Zola's famous novel who rises from streetgamin to music-hall star, and the toast of Paris, Anna Sten is a revelation. Not only does she look well and act well, but she sings well into the bargain. In the supporting east are Mac Clarke, Lionel Atwill, and Phillips Holmes. The supporting pi-ogramme includes Walt Disney Coloured Silly Symphony cartoon, "The Grasshopper and the Ants." and another chaptern of "With Williamson . Beneath the Sea.", • I

STATE THEATRE. "Turkey Time," .at the State Theatre, concludes its season this evening. Tomorrow "The Cat's Paw" will be presented. MAJESTIC THEATRE. / "Murder at the Vanities," at the Majestic Theatre, will be shown for the last time tonight. Entertainment of a distinctly different kind and quality is provided by the outstanding picture, "Mala the Magnificent," which will commence a season "at the Majestic Theatre tomorrow. The story :is. an interesting, exciting, 'and beautiful tale of love. arid hate among the Eskimos. Based on 'the novel by Peter Freucheu, the Him is an authentic story of 'the Far North,; and was photographed entirely in the Arctic. Although there are some, splendid and awe-inspiring .vscenes, more, importance is attached to the powerful and dramatic"' plot, which tells of the 'futility- of ,trying to apply .civilised codes to a native race. .There is. also -a great deal of humour, for Mala is a cheerful and ingenious fellow. Laurel and Hardy.are also on the bill. ' ST. JAMES THEATRE. Norma Shearer sccires a triumph in "Kiptide," at the St. James Theatre. To start with she is just plain Mary, but on;v in name, for she is a gay young Mary. Then she meets Lord Rexford. They marry and live happily enough until, in the absence of her : husband ■• abroad, into her life comes again Tommy, a ple.v sure-loving individual of days she his sought to leave behind and she is caught in a compromising situation. Her husband's faith in her is shaken, but eventually an is prepared to forgive and forget. Then fuither complications develop, which incidentally provide material for some fine dramatic acting. Just when a marital deadlock appears to have been reached, husband and wife, in a stirring climax, become united again. Barbara Stanwyck will be the stellar attraction at the St. James Theatre on Saturday next in her latest Warner Bros, picture,. "Gambling Lady," a film based on' the thrilling dramatic story by Doris Malloy. Miss Stanwyck has the gay and sporting role of a gambler who plays the game of life with a courage few persons possess, even to tossing away love to save her husband from a crime of which she knows he is innocent. Others in the cast include such talented players as C. Aubrey Smith. Phillip Reed, Philip Faversham, Robert Bai-rat, Robert Elliot, Ferdinand Gottschalk, Arthur Vinton, Willard Robertson, and Arthur Treacher. There will be entertaining supports. • PLAZA THEATRE. An unusual picture from many points of view is "The Battle," at the Plaza Theatre. It will be withdrawn after tonight's presentation. ,-. ': .:' Fox Film's musical extravaganza "Stand Up and Cheer!" will commence tomorrow at the' Plaza Theatre. It is a production that is said to supersede anything of its kind ever produced, combining the quintessence of players, story, dialogue, music, sots, costumes, and feminine beauty. With Warner Baxter heading the cast of prominent players, "Stand. Up and Cheer!" presents such outstanding performers of the screen, the stage, and: radio1 as Madge Evans, James Dunn, Sylvia Froos, John Boles, Nigel Bruce. Arthur Byron, Shirley Temple, Ralph Morgan, Jimmy Dallas, "Aunt Jemima," Mitchell and Durant, Nick Foran, and Stepin Fetchit. The musical numbers-, were written by Lew Brown arid Jay'>Gbrney. They, are "Our Last Night Together," "Baby' Take : a Bow," "I'm Laughing," "Broadway's. Gone Hill Billy,", arid "Out of the Red." ARTCRAFT THEATRE. •"Disraeli," with the distinguished actor; George Arliss occupying the title role, will' conclude this;, evening at. the.., Artcraft Theatre. ' , ■ ■ -'■■/■■■. Marie. Dressier and Lionel . Banymore, together, pome to, the .Artcraft. Theatre .tomorrow night in "Her Sweetheart," which marks . their first. appearance ; as','. co-stars and also, presents Marie Dressier in the production ..that slje completed .:jtist.. prior,' to her recent lamented, death.'A'The' picture is a virid drama based on the-famous stage hit of>the same name. MissvDressler. enacts Abby, the faithful old Barrymore is seen as the Jdndly country physician who under the lash of; avarice turns to a scheming, grasping scoundrel seeking to rob her—only to ;have /.the woman's faith-turn him back ; again '.''to hislifelortg path-of honour. The .unique'dramatic twist in the-gripping drama made the play one of the most-talked-6f gofferings of the decade. It is the current; stage sensation of Paris and London. The cast includes Helen Mack, Beulah Bondi, Russell Hardie, Jean Hersholt, H. B.! Warner, Helen Shipman, George 'Coulouris, and Ellen Lowe. The short; subjects will'comprise a. Charlie Chase comedy,- an. item ..of the "Sports Champions" series, ' and a Metrotone News. ... OURTHEATRE, NEWTOWN. "All Men are Enemies" is, showing at Our Theatre. It is" the love story of an English boy and a-Viennese girl,- seeking the fulfilment :of their romance *. amid 'the beauties of the Island of Capri. Separated by the war, which intervenes in a brief episode,, the two search foivone another, and the climax of the picture comes with their blissful reunion. The second feature is "Son of Kong." , :• .