AMUSEMENTS.

Greymouth Evening Star, 21 February 1920, Page 2

AMUSEMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE. Pollard's present, for the last lime in the Opera- House the romantic story “The Grouch" and “The Hooded Terror Unmasked” the ISih and last hut cue episode of “’Hie House of Hade. On Sunday and Monday evenings the big Western ‘drama picture, an adoption of Charles Alden Seltzer’s famous novel “The Boss of Lazy 1. and “The Mystic Box" the 6lh episode of “The Lightning Raider” will he Pollard's attractions. The entry of “The Boss of the Lazy Y” into tilmdom was tor* be expected. The novel is too popular and exciting to be overlooked ,as a medium, for just such an actor as Roy Stewart. It is peculiarly suited to the- 'talents of this bright star, and gives him opportunities ho has never previously had of showing his versatility ami'accomplishments as a rough-rider and cowboy, the bug, brawny, breezy, western cowboy artist gives a delightful interpretation iu tire play and proves that he is no matinee idol but a bard worker. Ho has won millions of- admirers for his film work, and assisted so ably by dainty little Josie Sedgwick in “The Boss of the Lazy Y”, he will add to the numbum considerably. TLB best characterisation is in this picture, which incidentally is one of the best western dramas ever presented. Adapted from the popular novel of the shine name, it could hardly be other than successful. At Blackball tomorrow (Sunday) evening “The „Seiitimental Bloke” and the two serials, “The House of Hate” and “The Lightning Raider” will he screened. TOWN HALL. This evening Torn Mix. in “Ace High,” Boroliy Halton in “Quicksands,” and “Koaring Lions and Wedding Bells” will be shown for the last time. On Smlay evening, Bryant Washburn will be seen in his latest 5-reel .Paramount success “The Way of a Alan with a Maid” a motion picture of society 'and middle-class life, which presents some magnificent photography in its representation of the lives of the ‘gilded circled- But the story is •an, appealing one. You sympathise with the young fellow who determines to obtain the girl he loves —to take her from the supercilious protection of the prseproud broker. You are delighted with Elsa when you find out what a genuine girl she is, beneath all her love of a good time. There are many young people just like Arthur ami Elsa. Elsa Uwenson, the lovely steuogra } ter means to have a good time while men are willing to treat her to the delights of social luxury. And Arthur M’Arney, clerk who has fallen in love with her finds out to his cost that it takes much money to keep up the social swirlmore than he has, in fact! But he pulls throuJT in the end. Bryant Washburn is at Ins best as the star in this picture, but Wanda Tlaw- , ley, as Elsa, is so charming that you will understand why her lover is awakened to ambition and a struggle for success at sight of her, Coming shortly Enrico Caruso in “My Cousin” and Fred Stone in “The Goat.” “THE DIGGERS.” Dull care, the enemy will be in full flight next Monday' evening for the “Diggers” alias N.Z, Divisional Pierrots,' return 16 the Town Hall for two nights the theatre was packed on each"occasion during S\q last visit and victory assured from the very jump. The popularity of these talented performeis is remarkable. At Hokitika when the “Diggers” performed for two nights the 'theatre was (packed on each occasion despite local counter attractions. Their new programme is said to be even better than their first. It is replete with many new bright and sparkling items and uproariously funny, sketches and burlesques. The comedy work is in the‘(hands of that clever trio—Stan Lawson, Tano Tama, PatHanna which is a gaurantee of a good night’s fun. The very essence of their is frivolity, burlesque, humour, and impersonation—laughter and relaxation being the objective. A burlesque that causes a heap of fun is "the hypnotic seance in which Stan "Lawson as the “medli'mi” is associated, with Ta.no Faina.. The Diggers’ Qartette and the'orchestra havb some new ami brilliants numbers. This will he the last oppoftmty of hearing these

merry men and as tlie Christchurch “Sun” remarks: '.‘‘Those who miss the -'•‘Diggers” miss a treat.” Seats may > bo reserved at Kilgdurs’. DAMAGED GOODS. Tho reju-qduction is moving picture form of Eugene Brieux’s “Damaged Goods” will be screened here fur the first, time on next Tuesday evening when the session will be for men only —the second screening will be given on Wednesday afternoon when women only will be admitted no censorship is placed upon tho age —the censor insists upon the separation of the sexes. The production, while preserving the i essential features* of . the play, adds some introductory scenes without which the screen scenario would have that relentless baldness which /was the main characteristic of Brioux’s medico drama. One addition, for instance which rather improves the lesson of le play is a series of examples of the effects of the disease dealt with, which are introduced naturally into the incident of the story and used with excellent discretion to enhance the point of the play without offending ordinary susceptibilities. Ihe picture succeeds in conveying the lesson without sensationalism or catering to vulgarity and it will probably carry a much more widespread message to the publie than did the play, in propagating the gospel of iself-knowledge in the interests of society generally. The subject of “Damaged Goods” is too well known to need recital. However unpleasant, it has undeniably an interest to a great many people. Its appeal is largely to tho young, to young men especially* who in the- course of a “night out” thoughtlessly expose them selves to infection by a loathsome disoase. The segregation of the sexes at the several sessions is a mere provision, for while there is probably nothing'in the picture a mixed audience of adults might object to, the division of patrons at special sessions removes any possibility of embarrassment, and tends to promote a freedom of discussion which cannot but rend tbe veil of see.key, that/, unremoved, may mean tbe perpetration and peipetuation of honors unspeakable. Prices will be 2/-’and 1/- plus tax. Deals may be reserved at 1 iie Bristol.

REVUE . After months of preparation Die Revive, “Grevuiouth Up-to-Date,” will be staged at the Opera House on Thursday next. Hr. Ferranti, the composer, has paid special attention to the Tip Head as a twilight pleasure resort, at present, and to be. A prominent local citizen in charge of the resort gives a- famous soliloquay on seaside courtship, brimming over with topical allusions. A tin may have been considered wormy of mention so why not attend the show and find out. ’ All the* latest and brightest song's are to be introduced and will doubtless be most successful The scenery, specially painted for the Revue by ’Mr. Kent is Loth novjel and Artistic, adding greutly to the general finish of the show. The whole Revue is produced by Mr. T. Pollard, who is very plea seel with the remarkable success, crowning the efforts ol all taking part. The object of the entertainment is a benefit to Mr. F. Restioux, who for the pa.-i ten years has been in charge of Pollard’s Orchestra. A first class performance is assured for which the box plan is rapidly filling. Book •at once at the Bristol, ’phone 2GI,