AMUSEMENTS

Gisborne Herald, Volume LXXIII, Issue 22197, 6 December 1946, Page 7

AMUSEMENTS

Regent. —To-day s new programme is Paramount's sprightly and romantic comedy, •The Affairs o£ Susan,’’ starring Joan Fontaine, Dennis O’Keefe, George Brent and Walter Abel. This film is calculated to appeal to all those patrons who appreciate diverting entertainment with the emphasis on comedy. Its amusing situations, delightful dialogue and zest is most refreshing. "The Affairs of Susan’’ haß had extended seasons in all of the main centres, which gives an indication as to its popularity. Majestic.—Today’s programme will be headed by a show that really has everything, “On Stage Everybody.” with Peggy Ryan. Jack Oakio and Johnny Coy, and a big cast of dancers, singers and comedians. The associate feature, "Crime Incorporated." is a n\pst realistic gangster picture. It stars Leo Carrillo, Tom Neal and Martha Tilton. The serial, “Valley of Vanishing Men,” opens each session. King’s.—Starring John Hodiak, and introducing as his co-star, lovely Nancy Guild, who is being hailed at a screen discovery, "Somewhere In The Night," 20th Century-Fox’s new romantic thriller, opens to-day at the King’s Theatre. the romance and excitement-pack-ed film tells the gripping story of an exmarine. plagued by amnesia—afraid lo love, afraid even to search out his past; haunted by the memory of an kUs and of a forgotten shame. billed with suspense and thrilling drama, the film is said to present the boldest probing of human emotions ever attempted on the screen. Opera House.—Maureen l.cany’s revue, "Xmas Frolics, in aid of the Hine Materoa Children’s Home, will be presented at the Opera House on Tuesday, December 30. Aided by colourful costumes, settings and lighting cnee's. 100 adult and juvenile performers will be seen in a joyous blend of dancing, music and comedy. In addition, there will be specialty acts by visiting guest artists. Ihe Tloritas in three new acrobatic acts, lharos, the master magician, and (others. Tickets and reserves are available at Arthur Toye, Limited.