AMUSEMENTS

Evening Star, Issue 14185, 9 October 1909, Page 5

AMUSEMENTS

FULLERS’ PICTURES. The Princess Theatre was well attended last night, and also this afternoon, when a matinee exhibition was given. The programme for the current week is such as to suit many different minds. Of the varied pictures ‘ The Life and Death of Mozart,’ ‘Grasse, the City of Flowers,’ and ‘ China at tho Present Day ’ are very interesting. The same programme will be shown to-night. LABOR DAY CELEBRATION. This year’s celebration takes place at Ontram on Wednesday next, and gives promise of providing a capital day’s outing, judging by the manner the Committee are’, arranging for patrons’ comfort and enjoyment. The services of,the Dunedin Pipe Band have been secured, and there is every indication of good entries for the dancing events. This year the Association, in adding tho Cumberland style of wrestling as well as the catch-as-catoh-can (open to all comers), have acted wisely, as there is promise of large entries, and these events always prove interesting to spectators. Entries for the amateur events have brought together such men as Pittaway, Mitchell, and Allen in the sprint events,'and there is sure to be a close contest for the challenge trophies. Tho half-mile is also a good race to witness, and Foster, who did so well last season over the distance, will no doubt run a good race. The road race is the topic of the harriers, and with such stars as M’Knight, Bcatson (Caversham champion), M‘Lanchlan (Port road race), and others, this race should be well worth the journey to witness. Hot water and milk will be ready on arrival of train for patrons, while those who desire lunch can get it, arrangements having been made for same being obtainable from 11.30 a.in. The Association intend issuing toy tickets to the children on the train, which on production at 1 the Trades Hall on the following Saturday afternoon will entitle the children to a toy. Particulars appear in this issue as to the running of the special tram, and tho secretary desires us to tell patrons that railway tickets are obtainable only from the Committee, and will bo on sale at the station on Wednesday morning from a quarter to eight, and as the tram leaves at R55 a.m. sharp, those desirous of obtaining a good seat will do well to be early at the station. A recitation competition for boys and girls will be held on the grounds in the afternoon for Handsome books, and the two verses to be recited are printed on the official programme, which will be,distributed free of ciiarge on the grounds.

f THE JULIUS KNIGHT SEASON. -Ths box plans for the Julius Knight season, under the direction of J. 0. William“n > will be opened at the Dresden on Monday, where seats may be reserved for the entire season of eleven nights. That an unusual interest is being evinced in the promiction of ‘The Breed of the Treshams,’ the opening play, there is little doubt, and extra-heavy booking is anticipated. In the part of Rerosby the Rat, Mr Julius Knight nas found, it is said, what he has been searching for ever since he became a star actor. From all accounts the character be one he will he best remembered by. ihe Breed of the Treshams’ is a highlydramatic stage story, founded upon the stirring events evolved during the reign of Charles 1., in the struggle between the Cavaliers and Roundheads. The drama is said to abound in romantic situations, replete with srction, clash of arms, and strenuous being, with a delightful love story running through it. Mr Julius Knight will be seen for the first time here in what is generally admitted to be his finest characterisation lieutenant Reresby a drunken, adventurous rascal, cynic, swashbuckler, and the sport of fate—a, strong acting part in a play of exciting action and big situations. ’The Breed of the Treshams will receive, we understand, special attention in the way of scenic elaboration, ..and much tuneful music is interspersed through the piece. Altogether, possibly something of a memorable occasion ia preparing in theatrical circles in the production here of ‘The Breed of the Treshams,’ which will be presented fro the first three nights only, ■and will be succeeded bv ‘ Monsieur ’ for one night, after which J. U Williamson will produce the much-anti-apated sensation {nay ‘An Englishman's Home, which will be made the occasion of a special patriotic night, the officers and men of the various corps attending in uniform. MIRTH, MYSTERY, AND MERRIMENT. On Labor Day night, at H.M. Theatre, the Australian Variety Company will open doubtless to a crowded house. They are putting on a programme full of good turns. Gus box will give Dan Leao’s last mirth provoker, ‘Building a house.’ Mr Fox, who has had English and Canadian experience, has made a special study of Dan Leno’s turns. Mr Ted Donohue has the reputation of being the finest exhibitor of fancy club-swinging in Australasia, and his acts are clever, and they especially appeal to the artistic. His championship fancy act is one of the features of the programme. Miss Edna Forbes, a ooubrettb, is described as fresh, piquantc, and fascinating. Will Buckland, Lancashire clog dancer and soubrette impersonator, will appeal to those who come from the “ Black Country,” and who love .the familiar sound of the dear old clogs. Mf George and Mr James, the vocalists, have appeared successfully several times, and both have voices that will be appreciated by musiclovers. Mr Vincent, the magician, promises to both mystify and amuse. The management call attention to the fact that there are no early doors, and that they will adhere to popular prices. ST. CLAIR COMEDY COMPANY. The St. Clair Comedy Company, buttressed by the fine histrionic talent of Mr Percy James, gave a second and most creditable representation of ‘ Lady Huntworth’s Experiment’ last night. The men were all very good, but there was a j tendency on the part of Mrs Mac Knight to cut m on Mr James’s careful business .; too quickly. The pauses seemed to make her uneasy. As an amateur production, the company’s latest venture stands on a. shelf far above anything any other band of amateurs has done. GARRISON BAND IN THE GARDENS The Garrison Band gave the firet of the open-air concerts in the Botanical Gardens last night, when a large ndmber of people heard the excellent programme. About thirty members of the band faced lieutenant George’s baton, and the chief of the selections were ‘The last standi’ march, ‘Entry of the gladiators,’ and a selection from ‘The Merry Widow.’ A collection in aid of the barvdftmds was made at the I gates. 1