Regent Theatre

Grey River Argus, 23 April 1937, Page 6

Regent Theatre

“SWEET ALOES-’’ Provocative situations abound in “Sweet Aloes,.” the Warne: l Bros- p’cture starting to-day at the Regent. The title is one to arouse interest, suggest’ng a “bitter-sweet’’ romance; and when this romance is enacted by such capable players as Kay Francis and George Brent, with the popular Roland Young providing comedy, the indications are for an outstanding production. As a stage play by Jay Mallory, “Sweet Aloes had a. notable record both in England and AmericaDaring situations are handled with delicacy, and the most emotional situations are treated so naturally that there is no over-acting- The ‘ story moves against luxurious backgrounds in upper social circles of London and New York- Kay Francis adds to her reputation, as “the screen’s bestdressed woman’’ by. wear ng many sensational and beautiful creations. The powerful drama situation ar-se-s from the decision of the heroine, Linda Warren, to let her child be adopted by the wife of her lover.

Thu g she assures the child’s future, for his father is a member of the aristocracy; ffuf she i s tormented by regrets, which are not lessened by her marriage in New York to a young lawyer- Longing fop her child almost | causes the ruin of her marriage- It is left to Roland Young, as a humorous • and sympathetic author friend of all ,the parties, to find the solution to a difficult problem- “Sweet Aloes” is by no means heavy entertainment. Thanks to Roland Young there is a current of humour flowing through, and light and witty dialogue adds considerably t» its enjoyment. Henry Stephenson,. Patrie Knowles and Frieda Inescourt are also in the cast“POPEYE CLUE.”

At the Popeye Club matinee on Saturday morning, there will be an extra special, attraction, -when Jackie Coogan will be screened in the greatest of all children’s stories. “Tom Sawyers-” There will also be Popeye cartoons and comedies, free seats, and free gifts for allGLADSTONE ANNIVERSARY BALL., 3 The Grand Anniversary Ball at the ' Gladstone Hall to-morrow night pro- < mises to be one of the most, outstand-p ing functions of the year. The'< Rythm Boys’ Band will supply the) music, and there will be a great c variety of novelties and the Two Tuis < will give vocal items. McGlashan’s bus t leaves Greymouth P.O. at 8.45 p.m. e ■ = !I