AMUSEMENTS

Greymouth Evening Star, 3 October 1928, Page 9

AMUSEMENTS

OPERA HOUSE

■ The “New York Times” has called “East Side, West Side,” by Captain Felix Riesenberg, an. “epic of Manhattan.” The “Evening Post” lias said lie Cciine nearer to writing the steny of the citv than anyone else who tried it. The Fox film version, which screens at the Opera House to-night, is a true epic of the film world. It is the kind of picture which has been needed to give an authentic conception of New York, for people have grown to think of it in terms of nig'ht clubs, Broadway theatres and the tinsel gaiety of Coney Island. McK'ANF/S HALL, COBDENCobden residents will have an opportunity of witnessing to-night the picture “Sunshine of 'Paradise Alley, ’ starring Barbara Bedford.

“ROOKERY NOOK.” Special interest is attached to the initial Greymouth production of “Rookery Nook” on Friday night at the Town Hall, besides being one of the best and most successful comedies staged during recent years, it will serve to present for the first item the new J. C. Williamson, Ltd., English Comedy Company, which has just terminated highly successful seasons in Sydney and Melbourne. Mr Hastings Lynn, who plays the leading comedy role, was specially selected for the pait by Mr Ben. Travers, under whose direction Mr Lynn rehearsed the part. Miss Minnie Rayner, who will appear as Mrs Leverett, has been on the stage for fifty years. Miss Beth Mackay, who has scored a success in the character of Clara Popkiss, is the daughter of Lady Mackay, wife of the late Speaker of the House of Assembly in Victoria. Miss Donalda Warne, the talented young Australian- artist, who made her name famous in a night in Melbourne, is said to be . a dainty, sprightly, distinctly attractive presence. Miss Warne was selected from “Tho Girl Friend” company by George Highland‘for the part of Rhoda Marley. “She faced the ordeal of the opening night,”, wrote a critic, with confidence that was surprising, and carried through the rble of the ‘pyjama girl,’ round whom all the humour of ‘Rookery Nook; is* built, with grace and charm that could not have been improved upon by an imported artist of greater experience.'” Playgoers will be glad to welcome back Mr Basil Radford, well-known for his brilliant portrayal of the secret agent in “The Ghost Train.” Others who assisted in making Ben Traver’s comedies record successes in Sydney and Melbourne, are: Miss Jane Comfort, Leslie Victor, Cyril Vernon, Helene Simon, Nellie Mortyne and Victor Fitzherbert. Only two representations can be. staged of “Rookery Nook,” and during the season, which is limited to four nights, will also be staged A Cuckoo in the Nest” and “Thark.’ Tho box plans are open at Webley’s.

JAZZ CLUB’S DANCE

The newly-formed Jazz Club’s initial dance in the United Pavilion last night, proved, despite inclement weather, an enjoyable and successful function. The floor was well filled with dancers and Steel’s special 01chestra provided excellent music, including in its programme some of the latest Australian dances. A delightful supper was served. The Club aims at the promotion of better jazz dancing and music and intends to devote surplus funds to deserving charitable causes. DANCING CLASS To-night the Blighter G rc.y mouth Lodge will hold another of their popular dances in connection with their weekly dancing class, in the .Druids Dall. The committee have decided to hold another La I’einka competition when it is expected a large number will compete in this popular dance. Music is being supplied by Williams s Orchestra, and the floor is being specially prepared, to ensure a night’s enjoyment. Supper is being prepared by the ladies'/ committee.