AMUSEMENTS

Greymouth Evening Star, 8 December 1928, Page 2

AMUSEMENTS

OPERA HOUSE. Picture fans will be given their opportunity to view the first of the second series of'super-Western starring ■the. popular western star, Ken Maynard, when “The Red Raiders screens at' the Opera House to-night. PICTURE BENEFIT. Buck Jones has a very interesting role in his new starring production, “Black Jack,” coming to the Opera House on Sunday night at the picture benefit. He plays the part of young virile dhap who comes from the East to claim a share of a heritage left by his father, who perished m the desert. MIRACLE OF THE WOLVES. The screen masterpiece “The Miracle of the Wolves,” will be screened on •Monday and Tuesday next at the Opera House. At the end of the first episode of the film there were not less than 2000 horsemen engaged in the reconstruction of the Battle of Montlhery, and for the siege of Beauvais, so intrepidly defended by Jeanne Fouguet, surnamed Jeanne Hackette the directors had at their disposal 3000 soldiers from the French Army.

“NEW REVEILLE.” Many nice things have been said of the “New Reveille” Company at the Town Hall, and these tributes were again proved justified, last evening, when the third performance was prerented to a largo audience. The mountings and dresses, scenery, etc., aroused general admiration, the local amateurs proving to be talented, beyond optimistic expectations. Things throughout were kept moving, and there were no dull moments, the performers appearing to revel in their work. As before, the ballets secured chief honours, the dancing by the Choruses being really high-class. The Acrobatic Specialty Dance by Mr W. Lints and Miss A. Mills was deservedly encored, as were various others, including Miss J. Miller, whose toedancing was again excellent. The soloists—Miss B. Adkins, Miss M. Warnes, Mrs W. Fletcher, Mrs C. Hall, Miss D. O’Hallahan, Miss F. Fraser, Miss D. Donovan, and Mr N. Jones added to their laurels, assisted by a clever orchestra. The lighting effects were again capably managed, and the smoothness of the proceedings proved that clever organisation was effected behind the scenes. Messrs A Wilde, L. McGlashan and Miss Doreen O’Hallahan were responsible for most of the humour, their local “hits” pleasing the “victims” as well as the general audience. Altogether, the “New Reveille” is well worth attending, more than once, and there should be large attendances for the remainder of the season. To-night’s programme will include several changes. Amongst the new numbers will be a beautiful. Indian number, the Bell Topper Ballet, the Human Fountain Act by GO performers, the beautiful Flower Ballet, “My Blue Heaven,” by Miss Adkins and Ballet, the Butterfly Ballet, “The Intruder,” a comedy sketch; “Breeze,” with full Ballet. For the benefit of country patrons, trains have been delayed till 10.30 p.m. for to-night’s performance. SPEED SPORTS. The Greymouth Cycling and Motor Cycle Clubs have amalgamated for the

purpose of putting on a benefit sports meeting to aid the contest funds of the Municipal Band. Cycling and motorcycling races will play a prominent part. The thrill of pace is enjoyed by everyone. Side-shows of various kinds will be in vogue; ice cream, soft drinks, etc., also dancing to the music supplied by the band. The public are urged to attend in force and have an enjoyable evening, and also encourage the two sporting clubs in their line community effort.

The Mistletoe Dance will be a big novelty attraction to-night at the Mawliera Ladies’ Hockey Club’s dance, to be held in the Oddfellows’ Hall. .1 he hall, will be tastefully decorated with greenery and streamers. Don’t miss this big novelty attraction- Come along to-night. Citizens’ full orchestra will supply the latest jazz-