AMUSEMENTS

Grey River Argus, 6 August 1937, Page 4

AMUSEMENTS

Opera House ’‘TARZAN ESCAPES.” The long-awaited new Tarzan drama, "Tarzan Escapes,” reuniting Johnny Weissmuller and Maureen O’Sullivan in the third of the adventure pictures based on the world-famed Edgar Rice Burroughs characters, is now at the Opera House. Set in its weird background of jungle exoticism with Tarzan, the superman, making breath-taking swings from tree to tree, fighting off hostile natives and the forces of civilisation with the beasts of the jungle, his friends, the story sends a stirring appeal to lovers of adventure and romance. The almost human activities of an array' of jungle beasts —battles between an army of elephants and hordes of savage warriors—a thrilling adventure in the deadly domain of giant vampire bats—these are but a few of the l>’earh-taking thrills. The adventure in the quicksand Valley of Death, fording of crocodile-in-fested river, the rescue by elephants of Tarzan imprisoned in a cage, the attack of giant vampire bats, thrilling episodes with lions and various other beasts pack excitement in every foot of the film. The new jungle’ adventure was filmed in the mountains near Ventura, where the entire company camped, worked and lived the outdoor life of the Edgar Rice Burroughs characters. Weissmuller, of the magnificent torso, proves himself an authentic Tarzan. Miss O'Sullivan is delightful in the role ot his mate who shares their curious treetop bungalow. Fine support is given the stars by Benita Hume, William Henry, Herbert Mundin and John Buckler. "KEEP YOUR SEATS PLEASE." All who love a good, wholesome laugh, will delight in George Formby’s latest production, “Keep Your Seats, Please,” co-starring Florence Desmond, which commences an extended season at the Opera House on Monday next. Overseas reports credit “Keep Your Seats, Please,” as being the funniest farce comedy of the season, even funnier than No Limit,” the previous Formby-Desmond laughter-riot. The bizarre adventures’of George Withers in search of a fortune that a maiden aunt has left hidden in one of a set of chairs are shown. The situations are so bizarre—the incidents so mirth-provok-ing, and the comedy so exhilarating, that only an actual viewing of the picture can adequately tell it. Among the song hits of the picture is the latest comedy sensation, “The Window Washer.” “Keep Your Seats, Please,” the theme song, is said to' delight everyone who hears it.

Regent Theatre WARNER BAXTER IS CLAIMED. Braving, hate and defying fear, fighting for love and passions that threaten their lives, Warner Baxter and June Lang, co-starred in White Hunter,” are to be finally screened at the Regent Theatre this afternoon and evening. These stars of brilliant performances and with an impresive cast including Gail Patrick and Allison Skipworth, depicts a drama charged with the menace of savage passions. LORETTA YOUNG CAN TELL ABOUT “RAMONA.” Loretta Young plays the title role in “Ramona,” 20th. century-Fox picture produced entirely in the new perfected technicolor and playing a tne Regent Theatre on Saturday and Monday. At the present time Miss Young is equipped to deliver a series of lectures on the Spanish occupation of early California, all of which she learned while preparing herself for “Ramona,” in which she is featured with Don Ameche as Alessandro, with a supporting cast that includes Kent Taylor, Pauline Frederick. Jane Harwell, Katherine De Mille and John Carradine. "‘‘POPEYE CLUB.” The visit the Warner Bros.’ company made to the San Diego army and Navy Academy to film “Dinky,” the picture showing at the Regent Theatre, at Popeye Club Matinee on Saturday morning, was not without effect. Jackie Cooper, the star of the picture, and other members of the cast and staff became quite military in their exchange of greetings. A snappy right hand salute took the place of “Good Morning” or “Hello.” DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT. Lovers of dramatic art will welcome the announcement that on Wednesday, August 11, the pupils of the Technical High School of Drama will present their initial performance at Trinity Hall, Greymouth. The works to be produced have been under rehearsal for some weeks. The presentations are varied in scope from modern comedy and light drama to classic extracts, and promising a lively and inspiring evening. “The Final Rehearsal” is the piece to be staged first and is a laugh-provoking one-act comedy, the. caste consisting of five charming and veracious female characters portrayed by girls from the School Drama Club. Then there are three scenes from well-known modern plays, the staging of which requires the appearance of nearly all the members of the company. The scenes selected are full of dramatic and tense situations which will hold the attention of the audience throughout. Finally comes a famous comedythriller, “Shivering Shocks,” hilarious and rollicking, but giving opportunity also for good straight acting and mystifying situations. This will appeal strongly to patrons. Stage effects, lighting and costuming, are invapable hands, and will add a polish and professional bloom to the whole series of productions. A large crowd is expected. | THE BIG PARADE OF 1937.

Next Tuesday week, August 17th, will bring one of the most outstanding events of the 1937 dancing season. The occasion will be the fourth annual Military Ball, to be held in Schaef’s Hall. Last year the Military Ball was generally recognised as one of the most successful of the season and this year it promises to be better than ever. Arrangements are now well in hand and several new ideas have been introduced. Two of Greymouth’s most popular orchestras have bene engaged to supply a selection of old-time and modern music, while a

de luxe supper will be served at Harker’s Tea Rooms. A special attraction will be the bugle call announcing each sitting af supper; and paper hats, squeakers, balloons, etc., will all help to make a good night’s fun. The hall will be specially decorated for the occasion and the duties of M.C., will be in the capable hands of Mr P. Coll. Special flashlight photos will be taken at the hall, and patrons can be assured of a real good night’s entertainment,