AMUSEMENTS

Evening Star, Issue 15293, 19 September 1913, Page 5

AMUSEMENTS

FULLERS’ PICTURES,

There are some capital films, including the big comedy, ‘A Regiment of Two,’ in the current programme at the Princess Theatre. Tho same pictures will be screened as usual this evening. ■ —‘East Lynne;’—

In the new programme, far Monday patrons are promised a special attraction in tlio form of a pictorial version of Mrs Henry Wood’s ever-popular ‘East Lynne.’ ’This film is said to be an excellent production, abounding with an interest that does not. abate for an instant during the two hours in which it is unfolded, and faithful in every detail to tho incidents of tho novel. The character of Lady Isabel, tho weak and erring wife, is ably sustained by Miss Blanche Forsythe, and the parts of tho villain of the piece, Francis Levison. Carlyle, and Richard and Barbara. Hare are all in capable hands. The acting of the loading lady is especially fine in°her scene with the villain, where he gradually leads her to believe that her husband is unfaithful to her, and in the pathetic scene where she returns to her erstwhile home, disguised as a governess. The plan is now open at Jacobs'*. THE DANDIES. A merry couple of hours can be passed in the company of exceptionally clever entertainers at the Garrison Hall this week, where the Dandies arc giving their up-to-date and varied programmes. The combination challenges comparison with tho very best in their line that lias .ever visited Dunedin ; indeed, many maintain that they are entiled to first place. Comparisons apart, the Dandies give a clever show, and well merit the big patronage that is being accorded them. ‘ A RUNAWAY GIRL.’ The _ friends of tho Dunedin AmateurOperatic and Musical Society aro numerous and loyal, consequently there was a very fair house at His Majesty’s Theatre last evening. The audiences aro increasing in numbers each night, which may bo taken as indication that tho performance is being favorably commented on by those who witness the opera. Miss "Gard'ner. Miss Forbes, Mr Blandford. Mr Glover, and tho oilier principals all did good work last night, and the choruses and ballets went right merrily. Only two more performances are to bo given, and those who have not yet seen the society's latest production should make a point of doing so. THE KING’S THEATRE. Schepp’s animal circus is the principal item of an excellent programme of vaudeville and pictures at the King's Theatre. The clever little animals of the circus provide a turn of rare merit, and the applause which was accorded them last evening showed that their items were much appreciated. There are dogs, ponies, and monkeys in the troupe, and they are all well trained and decile. The other members of the company also contribute enjoyable items. Tiro theatre will bo open as usual to-night. ‘LADY AUDLEY’S SECRET.’ A welcome return visit by tho Dunedin Dramatic Company was given in tho Foresters’ Hall, .Port Chalmers, last night. A powerful drama, founded on (Miss Bmidon's well-known novel, ‘ Lady Audley’s Secret,’ was played to a good house. The play went without a hitch, tho various characters being well sustained. Lady Audley, represented by Miss Elsa Otto, was careful not to overstep the lino which marks a good artist. Miss Ethel Lees, as Alicia,_ was seen to advantage, and the part of Phoebe was well rendered by Miss Helen Lees. Mr Harry Shaw gavo a careful rendering of the part of Robert Audley. Mr E. A. Knights, as Luko Marks, Mr Conway Chrane as Sir Michael Audley, , and Mr F. W. Moore as George Talboys played well. Praise is dn© to Percy L. Davies for his effective supervision. Zermo the Magician demonstrated to the audience that his fingers were very much quicker than tho eyes of those watching him. Tho music was satisfactorily rendered. ‘Sins of the City’ is to bo produwd in the near future. QUEEN'S THEATRE. The remarkable dog film ‘An Anache Dog’s Sagacity’ astonished big audiences at tho Queen’s last night and to-day. The programme is strong "as a whole, containing good dramas, scenics, comics, and varied. The Queen’s is open day and night. HAYWARDS’ PICTURES. ‘The Heritage’ and associated film subjects attracted a largo attendance at The Octagon last evening, which frequently expressed its pleasure at the entertainment There can be no doubt the. leading drama is an exceptional picture—one of the best seen in Dunedin of its kind. The same programme will be shown to-night, to-morrow afternoon, and evening. ORGAN RECITAL. Those interested in organ music will no doubt look forward to the visit of Mr Edgar Randal (of Oamaru), who is to give an organ recital at First Church on Tuesday evening next. At Mr Randal’s recital reeently at the Nelson School of Music four out of the eight selections given had to be responded to—a tribute to his performance and a keen appreciation of his wise choice shown in selecting tho programme. Mr Randal is to play Bach’s great ' Fugue in D Major,’ Guilmant’s ‘First Organ Symphony,’ and Chipp’s brilliant variations ‘The Austrian Hymn; besides many other pieces to display the beautiful soil stons of the organ. SALE OF WORK. Tim carnival and sale of work in the Reid Sunday School Hall in connection with tho South Dunedin Presbyterian Church was well attended yesterday afternoon and evening, and excellent business was done. During the evening musical items were given by The Forbury School Drum and i*il'e Band. Tho' Maori poi dance was gracefully dono by Miss Kenkeri, and Miss Katie Wilson sang ‘My Rag Doll,’ all tho items being well received. The following prize-winners were announced in the various competitions: Fruit cake, Mrs Howarth; sponge sandwich, Mrs R. Ross; girdled scones, Mrs Bulger; oven scones, Mrs R. Ross; pikelets, .Mrs R. Ross; oatcakes, Airs Bulger. Sweets: Turkish delight, .Master Eric lairmaid; almond tolfee, Miss ■ Alexander 1, Miss Isabella Brown 2; plain toffee, Miss Olivo Halligan; cocoanut ico, Miss Alexander 1, Alias Bessie Howarth 2; best collection of sweets, Aliss Olive Halligan, special prize. The sale of work will bo open this evening. THE JULIUS KNIGHT - SEASON. On Wednesday evening next Air Julius Knight and company, mider the direction of J. C. Williamson, Ltd., will inaugurate the Dunedin -season with the first performance in this City of ‘ .Milestones,’ the new comedy by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblauch, which has been having such a brilliant career throughout England, America, and Australia. ‘ Aliloslones’ comes with a reputation of the highest class, and both artist and play may bo assured of a hearty greeting from Dunedin theatregoers. The cates of the three acts in the new play are respectively 1860, 1885, and 1912, and the same families, the Rheads and the Sibleys, occupy the attention of tho audience throughout. Some of the folks live on through the whole 52 years, some pass away, and others are, born in the period. It is a story of comedy and sentiment and brilliant characterisation. The coming season is for the limited number of soven nights only, but during that time we are promised three plays—all new to Dunedin —‘ Alilcstones ’ being announced for the first three nights of the season, to be followed two nights by ‘ Bella Donna,’ while the last two nights of the season will be devoted to tho production of Bernard Shaw’s play ‘ Alan and Superman.’ The box plan for all the performances of the season will be opened at the Dresden on Monday morning next at S o’clock.