ENTERTAINMENTS

Evening Post, Volume CXX, Issue 9, 10 July 1935, Page 4

ENTERTAINMENTS

REGENT THEATRE,

The»screen,version of "Lorna Doone,'' . now at the .Regent' Theatre, is a triumph for the two principals, John Loder and Victoria Hopper, and for all concerned. As much perhaps as the i exciting story, it is the scenic atmo*jphere of R. D. Blackmore's novel that ;has kept it among the best-beloved of all romances. And it is the pictorial beauty of the film, made among the authentic settings of broad Exmoor that is its most notable feature. . in all its essentials the story of the film is the "Lorna Doone" that Blackrnois wrote. All the well-remembered incidents are here, and well portrayed— the meeting of "girt Jan" Ridd with Lorna, the growth of his love for her, his invasion of the,outlaws' stronghold to carry her away from the villainous i Carver Doone, the attack on the farmi house, the extermination of the ' Doones, the coming' of Jan and Lorna i to the Court of James 11, and the final ; struggle which leads to the horrib!«) 1 death of Carver Doone. There is an excellent supporting programme. "The Scarlet Pimpernel." Great- interest- has "been, aroused in the screening of "The Scarlet Pimpernel"' at the Regent Theatre which commences on Friday next. "The Scarlet Pimpernel" has been, unanimously acclaimed by,'the. critics overseas, particularly in America, where its public appeal has been enormous, as the finest picture ever turned out of a British studio. Alexander "Kbrda, the producer, succeeds as miraculously as he d)d in "The Private Life of Henry VIII" and' "Catherine the Great" m evoking hot" only charm, humour, and; beauty but the essential atmosphere: of reality and conviction. -The picture has been brilliantly adapted from. Baroness Orczy's widely-read story.There is suspense, excitement, and thrills as one adventure after another; unreels. Leslie Howard' has the lead-' ing role and gives?by far the finest performance he has ever,.contributed to1 the screen. Merle Oberon,- who: has risen rapidly ;to. screen,' fame Jn Korda films, plays the role of Lady Blakeney. Nigel Bruce is the Prince Regent and Raymond Massey is the detestable ' Chauvelinl The'film % distinguished by . the fidelity of the narrative which is i too well known to be mentioned here, ] the general excellence, of the . acting, and its magnificent photography.'

CLEM DAWE, REVUE. _•: '"■•;;,;

It has been said oft the Clem Dawe; Revue Company that :it< plays as if its heart is Un-" its''"work,:,-and when : . sincerity and earnestness are'allied to; real ability the result must be entertainment of a high order. The current shown at the New. Opera House is All. the Winners," in which the company is earning for itself.a host;of new admirers.- The wonder is that.it is possible to find new offerings,,week after week, but apparently ClenvDawe aii-l; his merry band"'hav6 an unlimited; repertoire, and every item is worthwhile and pleasing. In nojsense .is. "All the-Winners'Va show that caters for certain tastes only.' ": On the con-. ' trary it is a delightful blend of com.edy, solo and ballet, dancing, music (classic and otherwise),'gorgeous costuming, and spectacular settings, and1 there is not a du,ll moment. This is a .remarkable claim to make lor an entertainment of ; such, length,,but tne company leaves nothing undone to ensure that the audience., shall be completely satisfied. . v.. .. <

DE I/OXE THEATRE.

- Sprightly comedy is furnished at the De Luxe Theatre this week, where Robert Young and Evelyn Yon able head a fine cast in "Vagabond Lady. This bright story of the" blacksheep son of a dignified and wealthy family who comes home from a worto cruise in time to take a hand in .the development of his pcriroous brothers romance with,a beautiful giri is lively from the first moment. The comeay is incessant, and when it is not being furnished :by the two principals it is entrusted to such capable actors as Berton Churchill, Reginald Denny, and Frank Craven. The supports include the latest newsreels, an "Our Gang comedy, Pete Smith in his^sual racy fashion dealing with "Football 'Footwork," and a Coloured Fitzpatack travelogue of Guatemala. Barne Brettoner is at the Wurlitzer organ.' "Werewolf of London," which commences at the De Luxe on Friday, is a picture based on the fabled creatures .'called "werewolves"; creatures who are men most of the time but who become transformed into wolves each month during the full of the moon. It is then that they prowl the darkened streets tearing the life-blood from humans to satiate their wolfish blood lust. Henry Hull, one of the greatest character actors of modern times, plays the title role in this film. Warner ■ Oland is another who is seen as half man and half wolf. Varerie Hobson is the wife of Hull, and the high spot 6f the picture is the scene in which she sees the man she loves turning into a wolf and attempting to kill her. In the supporting cast are Lester Matthews; Spring Byington, Clarke Williams, Charlotte Cranville, J. M. Kerrigan, and many other notable screen players. There is a specially selected supporting programme. Barrie Brettoner ' will be ! heard in a new and brilliant presenta- ■ tion at the Wurlitzer organ.

PARAMOUNT THEATRE.

•"Down'on the Farm," the main feature at the Paramount Theatre, merits attention both because it is the .first full-length talking picture produced in New Zealand and because the characters provide a wealth of light, entertainment. The cast is headed by Miss Daphne Murdoch, who proves a very engaging star. ; Miss Gwenda Burt has more opportunities than most •of the players, and she makes good use 'of them in an effective way. Mr. Sidney Lock as Sir Henry is responsible for a good study.; Mr. Stuatt Dick and Miss Erana Newbold carry 'the chief burden of the comedy, arid altogether keep the story moving very well. The supporting features are : all good and include a technicolour 'gem, "Girl Trouble." , •■ . "Love in Bloom," which comes to the' Paramount Theatre on' Friday, combines the hilarious antics' of the screen's funniest comedians, George Burns and Gracie Allen, with--the tender love : story of 'Joe Morrison" and Dixie Lee and the hit tunes of Mack Gordon and Harry Kevel. Set in Manhattan, the picture tells ; the love story of a girl who runs away from her father's car- [ nival and a boy who, hopes to win fame by his songs. Just as this pair of romantic youngsters are getting on I-their feet, her "goofy" brother and sister-in-law who are spending their honeymoon in a- calliope arrive and start to mix things up., How the young lovers -evade the hoheymooners and finally get to the altar despite their help brings the picture to its laughing climax. The second feature is "The Strange Conspiracy," starring Edward Arnold.

EMPIRE THEATRE, ISLAND BAY.

i "Music in: the Air" is the current attraction at the Empire Theatre. John Boles and Gloria Swanson play the main roles and the supporting cast is headed by Douglas Montgomery, Jane Lang, and Reginald Owen. A splendid supporting programme has been arranged. On Friday and Saturday "Outcast Lady" is to be screened.

OUR THEATRE, NEWTOWN.

Maurice Chevalier and Jeanette Mac- ' Donald are co-starred in Ernst iLubitsch's lavish production "The Merry Widow," now showing at Our Theatre. The lilting Viennese romance .deals with a debonair captain of the guard and a banker's charming widow in the mythical shepherd's . kingdom of Marshovia. . She goes to Paris, and the ruler, afraid she will take her money out of the country, sends the debonair captain to woo her and bring her back. Francis Lederer and Ginger Rogers have the principal roles in "Romance of Manhattan," the second feature. . . >

BROOKLYN THEATRE,

The British and Dominions film "Lilies of the Field," starring Winifred iShotter, forms the attraction at the ''Brooklyn Theatre tonight. Based on (the brilliant comedy of the same title iby John Hastings Turner, the film has I been, given a bright new treatment with special music, ,„

MAJESTIC THEATRE,

"The Night Life of the Gods," now showing at the Majestic Theatre, is based on Thome Smith's novel. The sto.ry^is briefly that of a. rather lightheaded young scientist, with a taste for strong liquor, who; discovers a process . for , turning flash into marble and;marble, into flesh. He conceives the idea of turning a . few of the marHle gods and. goddesses in a display ot statuary into flesh and blood, The reincarnated /company includes Mercury, Bacchus', Apollo, Neptune, Venus (de Miio),-Hebe, and xJiana. Brisk and witty dialogue, a continued stream oi action, .'and many humorous situatioriS culminate in a grand'climax. Alan Mowbray and Florrie McKinney, as the scientist ahd his charming little partner, score a,'dual'success in their most difficult, parts. This bright and witty picture is- well supported .by newsreels, a' fine -colour cartoon, a musical novelty; and a Lowell- Thomas traveltalk. ■ ' • .". ..-.."■'

"Jane Eyre," which comes to the Majestic Theatre on Friday, is to a great extent autobiographical, a selfrevelation of the life of Charlotte Bronte herself, entrusted early to the far-from-loving care of a hateful aunt, and later to that of an orphanage. Both these malicious influences are presentjed in the picture with repelling realism. Indeed, the vividness of the novel, is to be attributed to the fact that the authoress was, writing, with-such sympathetic 'first-hand knowledge arid understanding; of the .experiences she describes^ Picture audiences will be delighted at the brilliant manner in which this subject has been treated. The unfortunate;girl's sad "yojtith,. her entry into'the strange Rochester household; and her subsequent romance with the rather sinister Rochester, are all delightfully, presented. No less absotbing is.; the spectacular fire of the Rochester mansion, and the final recon: ciliation of Jane and her lover. No better choice could have been made for the i title role than lovely Virginia Bruce, who was specially loaned for the occasion by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, to whom /she is under contract. A splendid performance also: is that of Colin Clive in the difficult role of Rochester. : ; • ST. JAMES 'THEATRE. Masterly dramatisation and construction are amply in evidence in} the Gene-Stratton-Porter story,: "A.1 Girl of th.3 Limbcirlost," ■ which is now showing at the St* James Theatre. What would appear, to be the \ insuperable obstacles ': ahead of :. a. '„ gir'F—a ;■, backwocjds' girl—who ■ aims., to educate herfiplf 'far beyond .the,"usual, standard/^ of her environment,--.'-are seen in:~;.:this>;,"productioii;'; Not;. only '■■ has' the -girl: r-to overcome the . expected hardships .in her' way, but also the opposition of*an unreasonable " mother. Th\e drama at times is 1 .intense,, . particularly when Elriora Cornstock (Marian Marsh) finds th&"\ love for which she has been yearning!, in the grisly - swampland of the Limberiost.'Louise. Dresser, as the mother, brings"a wealth of experience io the playing of a diffifcult part. The supporting programme is an excellent one.. ■ , ' ..!■■'■" ■',-'''" " .;

■' / The story* of a "beautiful young girl whose emotions have been so repressed by an aristocratic and highly conventional family that she is' unable to distinguish the true values of life, "The Firebird," to be the St. James Theatre's next attraction, is one erf the welcome' "unusual" dramas of the: screen. It stars Verree Teasdale and Ricardo Gortezi and is a murder mystery with, a capital "M."' Its tension gains added force from the beauty of the surroundings of the crime. The, story is set in Vienna, and Warner Bros, have made every attempt, to ' draw from, the scenery everything to heighten the effects of the" story. Good supports have: also been,. selected./ • .

STATE THEATRE.

The appeal of little Shirley Temple is such that.' "The Little Colonel," in which the dainty wee star is featured, is now in its second., week , at. the State Theatre; Associated' with Lionel Barrynidre, the two-' present a charming story of Southern- America. Colonel' Llojsd is. a silverhaired veteran of the; Grey ~ Army, who has cast off 'his- v daughter on her marriage to a hated Yankee officer. His ancestral estate Is a peace-, ful; place for an old man »with his coloured- servants t9 forestall every wish and whim; until there comes to a neighbouring.- cottage his daughter and her own little daughter. '"Equally quick-tempered and fiery is this chip of. the old block—an untidy, grubby, golden-haired elf, who makes, inroads into'the old. man's, heart by her sheer sweetness and audacity. Bill Robinson, Hollywood's champion tapdancer, Evelyn- VenabTe, John Lodge, Sidney Blackmer, and many others are in the cast. The.' supporting programme includes, a New Zealand and Australian gazette, a Fox Movietone News,1 a Terrytopn cartoon,; and an. educational comedy, "Little Big Top."

PRINCESS THEATRE

The two features now , showing at the. Princess. Theatre, although both coming , under the heading of "mysterjr .thrillers," are widely apart as;, regards theme1 an"d: the' manner • in. which each particular story is unfolded.. "1 Am a Tbief;',the. leading attraction, has Mary Astor and Ricardb Cortez heading an all-star cast. The picture recounts the breath-tak-ing. adventures of a band of international jewel robbers. "A fascinating, breath-talring, and spine-chilling mysftery; is- PSramount's "Menace" which is the additional feature, with the lovely Gertrude Michael and the suave Paul Cavana'gh in the principal roles.

SHORTT'S THEATRE.

The principal feature at Shortt's Theatre is Paramourit's "All of Me." which brings George Raft and Miriam Hopkins' together again. Haft plays the part of an ex-con-vict in love with Helen Mack, a young girl from the slams. Crushed by life and the law, they make the chance'acquaintanceship of a young couple from the social.world, played by Fredric March and Miriam Hopkins, who learn, about life and love in a story that teaches the real difference between love and romance. "Here Comes the Groom," the second feature, is built on 4he hilarious situation of a bewildered young man in love with one girl who spends a honeymoon with another. -Jack Halley, .Mary Boland, Neil Hamilton, and Patricia Ellis are the stars. ' .

ROXY THEATRE.

"Jack Ahoyl" Jack Hulbert's latest starring vehicle now screening at the Roxy Theatre, is a sparkling and exhilarating story of Jack, who enlists as a naval rating, falls in love with his commander's daughter, and. more By hick than judgment rescues both of them from pirates and also brings to safety a submarine the pirates have, captured. In support are Nancy O'Neil, Alfred Dray ton, Tamara Desni, Henry Peterson, and Sam Wilkinson. Little Nova Pilbeam, a child of 14 years, in the title role of the supporting feature "Little Friend," gives an amazing performance. A powerful cast includes Matheson Lang and Lydia Sherwood.

ARTCRAFT THEATRE.

"The Girl from Missouri," the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture now showing at the Artcraft Theatre, brings Jean Harlo.w back to the screen after an absence of some months. Miss Harlow essays one of her most amusing characterisations, that of Eadie Chapman, a girt who embarks upon a socialclimbing career because she is determined to get financial.' security and position along with her marriage ring. Others in the cast include Lionel Barrymore and Franchot Tone. There are splendid supporting subjects.

KJLBIRNIE KINEMA.

The main attraction at the Kilbirnie Kinema tonight is "We Live Again," starring Anna Slen and Fredric March. It is the picturisation of Count Leo Tolstoy's immortal novel "Resurrection" and tells in vivid and dramatic fashion the powerful and beautiful love story of the little Russian peasant girl, Katusha, who loved and was betrayed by a Prince. The supporting cast includes Jane Baxter and C. Aubrey Smith. The 'supporting attraction is the hilariously funny Australian comedy "Strike Me Lucky," starring the well-known and popular comedian Mo (Roy Rene). The supporting cast includes Yvonne Banvard, Lorraine Smith, and John D'Arcy.

PLAZA THEATRE.

In addition to its gorgeous display of spectacular beauty, its scintillating stars, and its gay music, "Gaorge White's 1U35 Scandals," now screening at the Plaza Theatre, has a refreshing human interest story written by those clever collaborators, Sam Hellman and Gladys Lehman.. This plot deals with the ludicrous, joyous adventures o£ a producer, George White himself, who adopts the, charming stars of a provincial company and finds himself obliged to unravel their tangled love, affairs. Singers, dancers, and 'enter--jtainers, ■ all stage ■ and screen, topnotchers, bestar the entertainment. They include Alice Faye, James Dunn, Ned Sparks, Lyda Roberti, Cliff Edwards, Arline Judge, Eleanor Powell, Emma Dunn, Denny Rubin. George White, in.addition to having.conceived, produced, and directed the entire production, appears in the cast.

KING'S THEATRE.

Taking its place among the most unusual, films ever attempted in the history of motion pictures is the nature story, "Sequoia," now showing" twice daily at the King's Theatre. A friendship between a mountain lion and a deer, never believed ■ possible by . most naturalists, provides a basis for the "animal' drama" that required months of tireless effort and literally- thousands of feet of film. The supporting programme includes a riewsreel. cartoon, Fitzpatrick Traveltalk in technicolour, and the latest Laurel and Hardy comedy, "Oliver the Eighth."

■ "Grandad Rudd,".> starring Bert Bailey,'is an hilarious seqiiel to "On Our Selection." Prosperity has now come to the famous Rudd family and "Grandad" Rudd," which. . commences next Friday afternoon at the. King's Theatre, has.a bumper harvest of laughs which will delight everyone.-

REX THEATRE,

Myrna Loy, Max Baer, Primo Camera, ■ Jack Dempsey,. Walter Huston, .and Otto Kruger comprise the distinguished grouo of actors and sporting . personalities gathered: together by Metro-Gol'dwyh-Mayer for the championship production, "Every Woman's^ Man,", a gripping story of the prize ring, which is the main feature at the .Rex. Theatre. "This, Side of Heaven," "• the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture is. the second attraction, presents the problems of a typical middle-class family — the climactic events' .of all -their individual 'lives crowded ;/ together in a. seldom-seen human screen document.. .Heading the impressive cast ,;is. Lionel'," Barry more, supported by Fay Bainter, Mac Clarke, Tom Brown, Una Merkel, arid many others.

PALACE THEATRE, PETONE.

Dolly Haas is starred in "Girls Will be Boys," ..showing tonight ,at the Palace Theatre. In this film Miss Haas is seen to equal, advantage as a "boy" and as- the sparkling and charming young lady she- really is. Supporting Miss-Haas iV Cyril Maude,, who gives a. perfect cameo as the irritable Duke; Esmond Knight, Edward Chapman, -Irene Vanbrugh, Ronald Ward, and-Charles PatonL

6R>ND THEATRE, PETONE.

"Our Daily Bread," which brings Karen Morley, Tom Keene, and Barbara Pepper to the Grand Theatre, is the first offering of King Vidor as an independent, producer for 'release through United Artists. It tells in highly dramatic .and entertaining fashion the vivid, human story of a group of disinherited people from all walks of. life who find 'their way to an abandoned farm, which offers them another "go"1 at happiness.

NEW EMPIRE THEATRE, PETONE.

'With a' great all-star cast of funmakers and heartrbreakers the Columbia film "The- Captain. Hates the Sea," opens tonight: at the New Empire Theatre^ The cast, is .an imposing one. Leading' roles are played by Victor McLaglen, John Gilbert, Alison Skipworthy Wynne Gibson r Helen Vinson, and Walter Connolly. They manage to make the. trip on the s.s. San Capador, bound ffor New York, a hilarious,, 'di-aina-packed voyage.

tEHUDI MENUHIN.

Yehudi Menuhin's Wellington season will be confined to two concerts which will take place in the Town Hall this-evening and Saturday night commencing at 8 o'clock. The hall will be'specially heated' In order that the genius of the violin may not only be heard in comfort but to the utmost advantage. For the convenience of music lovers generally, patrons are particularly invited 'to be seated, this evening by 8 o'clock. At five minutes past eight the doors will . be closed and no one admitted until the conclusion of the first programme number. All concerts in .Auckland were sold out several hours before the time for commencement, and judging- from the heavy booking there . is every indication that the Wellington 'season•;will : ; be a record, one; On.no account can the" season be extended nor any return. visit made owing to the fact that Yehudi Menuhin is booked for the next five years. On December 1 the artist will give his eleventh concert in the Albert Hall, for which every seat has already been sold, although the. concert is six months ahead. ' .; ■■■'.'. -. . -..'

It is.-announced by. the; management that 300 tickets at the unreserved prices will be held for sale at the doors, tonigh,t from 7 o'clock in order that these unique appearances may be brought within the' reach of all. The proprdgvamme tonight will include many works of universal interest,; including the famous Mendelssohn Concerto. The second, half of the programme will include many popular numbers. Schubert's "Aye Maria" will be featured as an encore, in addition to many other popular numbers.

The second concert will take place on Saturday evening. In consequence of the heavy booking for this concert patrons are well advised to make*early application at the box office for their reservation. Applications from country, patrons- are.being filled in the order of receipt; and seats will be marked off accordingly.

VAUDEVILLE CONCERT.

It is confidently expected that Wellington theatre patrons will assemble in force at the Majestic Theatre .tomorrow evening to extend a typical New Zealand greeting' to Miss Gladys Moncriefl:. Australia's queen of musical comedy. The occasion should prove a memorable one. This distinguished and universally popular songstress has come to the Dominion under engagement to the New Zealand Broadcasting Board, by whom this second allstar non-stop vaudeville concert is being presented in aid of the Mayor's Metropolitan Relief Fund. Great as was the success of the preceding effort, this one promises to eclipse it. In. addition to having the pleasure of seeing and hearing Gladys Moncrieff, the big audience will be entertained by a brilliant company of supporting artists, including Gil Dech, Australian pianist-conductor, Walter Kingsley, one of England's most popular baritones; Frank Perrin, a prince of laugh-ter-makers; Vincent Aspey, an Auckland violinist of outstanding ability; John Robertson,. New Zealand's worldfamous' cornetist; Junior Farrell, Wellington's wonder boy pianist; and a host of other very pleading entertainers. Seats may be reserved at the Majestic Theatre or the D.I.C without booking fee. Owing to the very heavy booking reserved seat holders are requested to be in attendance not later than 7.45' o'clock..

SKATEWAYS.

An extended session is advertised for this evening at Skateways, Vivian Street. Ladies are now enabled to take up this fascinating pastime under ideal conditions. A skilled staff of attendants is available at every session to assist novices, and private tuition is also arranged to suit patrons. The day sessions commence at 10 a.m. with a special lunch-hour session between 12 and 2 p.m., and the afternoon sessions and private learners' class between 6 and 7 p.m. are rapidly gaining in popularity. The rink is open each evening from 7.30 p.m., and a firs.t-cIaES skating programme has been arranged for tonight. The weekly college session will be held tomorrow afternoon, and will extend to 5 p.m.

KIVOLI THEATRE.

Perhaps the most'unusual comedy to reach the screen since the inception of talkies is "The Last Gentleman," George Arliss's new 20th Century starring vehicle, which is showing tonight at the Rivoli' Theatre. The story, whicn depicts the amusing and eventful efforts of an eccentric but lovable old millionaire to ; choose a worthy heir among his various and colourful relatives, offers Arliss another great role and the brilliant artist achieves another characterisation as rich and complete as, if in a lighter vein than, his recent triumph as Nathan Rothschild in "The House of Rothschild." Edna May Oliver, Janet Beecher, Charlotte Henry, and Ralph Morgan head the imposing supporting cast, which includes Donald Meek, Frank Albert? son, Edward Ellis, and Joseph Cawthorn. The second feature will be "The Thin Man," in which it is said William Powell and Myrna Loy give their finest performances. "The Thin Man" has been acclaimed as a masterpiece of its kind and it will hold the interest of Rivoli patrons throughout, as it has captivated audiences wherever it has been shown.

REPERTORY THEATRE.

The selection committee have chosen Mr. Somerset Maugham's latest play "Sheppey" as .their next production to be presented In the' Town Hall Concert Chamber : from ;. Wednesday to Saturday' of next wefek, under the direction of Mr. Leo dju Chateau. This play in three acts was first produced at Wyndham's Theatre, London, in 1933, with the famous Mr. John Gielgud directing. It caused ; lengthy controversy in the newspapers and the critics devoted much space to their studied reviews. The London "Times" said: — "As a tour de force .the play is from first to last astonishing." Mr. St. John "Irvine wrote:—"Mr. Somerset Maugham is at his finest and best in 'Sheppey.'" Mr. J. T. Grein said:— "Mr. Maugham's genius is .at its best when he- whips.human folly and- in 'Sheppey' this is the drift of his aim." Mr. Desmond McCarthy wrote:—"Every play that Mr. Somerset Maugham' writes is, first and foremost, ..'good theatre.' He has. so completely, mastered his medium that he cannot be dull." The local cast will include:—Miss Coralie Smythson, Miss Kathleen Smith, Mrs.- Craig' MacKenzie, Mrs. George .Swan> Miss..Peggy,Pearson, Mr. W. F. Hogg, Mr. R. E. Pope, Mr. George Cooper, Mr. F. Hayes Towns, Mr. F. H. Dawn, Mr. L. D.-Webster, Mr. J. U Maule, <Mr.' E. E. Le Grove, Mr. E. S. Harrowell, Mr. A., E.Law,; and. Mr. B. McCawe. .Mr. Ralph' Hogg will have charge of the stage,'Mra.^J. L. Baldwin the properties, Miss- Pauline . Shotlander the wardrobe, arid Miss Kyrsty Page the prompt book: I The box plans for the four nights'' season opens at- the D.I.C. tomorrow.

CAPITOL THEATRE, MIRAMAR.

' A specially ' chosen" double-feature programme is screening■■ at .the Capitol Theatre tonight. In "Grand, Old Girl" May ,-Robson, Alan...Hale, ■•'■. and Mary Carlisle are to be." seen in an- entertaining drama of ah old school teacher who throws down the gauntlet to racketeers. The .second , feature; "There's Always.. Tomorrow;" stars. Ftank Morgan and Binrrie Barnos,in a lovable human story.

REGAL THEATRE, KARORI.

Tonight at the.Regal Theatre, Karori, a benefit programme in add of the Combined Karori Sports Committee will be held. The picture is a ireturn season of that delightful musical extravaganza "Flying Down to: Rio;" with.1 Dolores Del Rio; Gene Raymond.; Fred Astairo.i and Ginger Rogers in the leading roles. The first public presentation of 'the carniavl queens will, also bs made tonight on the stage. Special supports will be screened.

DE LUXE THEATRE, LOWER HUTT.

"Outcast Lady" will be shown finally at the De Luxe Theatre, Lower Hutt, tonight. The main feature tomorrow night will be "The Mighty Barnum," starring Wallace Beery as the famous showman. The screen p.lay maintains the comedy mood best suited to Beery's most popular, type of characterisation. Adolphe Menjou'.-Kochelle'Hudson, and Janet Beecher - are importantly ' cast.

SEASIDE PICTURES, LYALL BAY.

', The .'charm - and beauty .' of the Mediterranean setting in "Let's Live Tonight," which is to be screened at the Seaside Pictures tonight at 8, provides an entrancing background for the captivating story the film unfolds. Tullio Carminati and Lilian Harvey are the stars. Electric heating has been installed.- '