"LET'S SAY GOODBYE"

Evening Post, Volume CXXIII, Issue 103, 3 May 1937, Page 4

"LET'S SAY GOODBYE"

GEORGE WALLACE POPULAR The friendly* feeling that exists throughout New Zealand 'towards George Wallace was demonstrated at the Grand Opera House on Saturday evening when every seat was occupied ior the Connors and Paul production, "Let's Say Goodbye," which,- is the Australian comedian's au revoir to the Dominion as he leaves for Hollywood to produce his picture, "The Little Man." The Wellington public knows what to expect from the company headed by George Wallace because this talented group1: of artists was here a few months ago; but if anyone expected to) be bored on Saturday night by a former programme disillusionment came quickly, * every item having a freshness that delighted, entertained, and amused, > Mike Connors and Queenie Paul were in their usual form, and both received a good "hand" whenever'they appeared during the evening, but they were quite content to let George Wallace take the centre of the stage, and say good-bye to his many friends in his own way; His tartan shirt and misshapen trousers were very much in evidence, the latter having progressed a stage.nearer towards absolute impossibility from a wearing point of view. George was at his best in bright sketches' like "Good-night, Bob," "Typist's Error," and "Meeting the Sultan," and he was also in excellent dancing form;'so much so that he was becoming exhausted before the audience would allow him to settle firmly on his feet again. He appeared in numerous short sketches, all fully supported by the other talent available and the Sunkissed Ballet. The solo acts that varied the programme were all of a high standard, several being equal" to anything available overseas. Rex and Bessie produced several new dancing numbers, better, if possible, .than those they presented during their earlier visit; the Russel brothers in twists and turns on the horizontal bar were also among the stars; Miss Minnie Love not only delighted with her >' impersonation of Grade Fields, but-also sang a new number that showed marked artistry; Leo Trenette, the tenor, sang solo and also combined with other numbers to advantage; the Marcellas were well towards • the top of the list; Em Beacham and Ted Lee provided popular music; and last, but-by no means least, there was "Mademoiselle?" This charming "Miss" captured,the entire audience with "her" singing: and artistry, surprised them by removing a wig to reveal an Eton crop, and then made them gasp by speaking a few words in a masculine voice. "Mademoiselle" has a beautiful voice, and it is safe to prophesy that Wellington audiences will find difficulty in saying good-bye to "her" as well as to, George Wallace. The same programme is to be presented tonight, and patrons would be wise to book and avoid the disappointments that occurred on Saturday night when the demand ior seats exceeded the supply.