ENTERTAINMENTS.

Hawera Star, Volume XLVIII, 7 October 1924, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE TO-NIGHT. “LOVE IN A HAREM.” AH lovers of true Eastern atmosphere—the beautiful in woman, dress and appointments—will have a veritable feast of colour in “Love in a Harem,” a. Master picture which is an exquisite presentation in colour of the most ancient of all stories of the mystic East —the story of “Daoulah,” ' the Sultaness of Love. This is one of the most fascinating recitals in the whole gamut of Eastern traditions, and is the basis of that wonderful series styled “The Arabian Nights.” It abounds in gorgeous representations of court life under various Sultans. Full of barbaric splendour, the true Eastern atmosphere has been maintained throughout. Scene after scene abounds in adventure with inimitable thrills. There are laughs galore, as well as thrills. “Blazes” is a particularly, humorous Mermaid comedy. The producers seem to have excelled themselves in the way of laughter-raising situations. The remainder of the programme is composed of films of interest, and goes to balance a really fine entertainment-. , operaThouse. NEXT THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. THE MIRANO BROS. The management of the Opera House, Hawera, is proud to announce the appearance next Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the ‘Mirano Brothers” in their series of death defying stunts. Commenting on the opening of the Auckland season, the Star has the following: —“For spectacular daring and sensational thrills the performance of the Miranos has probably not been emulated. Their few minutes above the footlights is devoted to two feats which hold the audience spell-bound. Astonishment at the sensational doings in the air of this intrepid pair is mingled with a feeling of relief' when unstinted applause is given at the conclusion of the performance. The curiosity of the audience is pricked by the humming roar which resounds from behind the curtain, and when it lifts a small torpedo is seen suspended from one arm of a miniature Eiffel Tower, which stands in the foreground on the stage—a battleship deck. The propeller of the torpedo revolves, and the little machine, with one of the performers inside, flies round the stage. From the opposite arm of the tower is suspended William Mirano, performing numerous feats as he is whirled around the stage. This thrilling performance over, he loops the loop in a trapezewhich is suspended from the auditorium. Swinging from side to side he gets gradually higher and higher in a most tantalising manner until he is laughing at the audience from his upside down position higher than ‘the gods.’ Another swing and he is over and back again on the stage to receive universal applause.” The box plan is at Mrs Cook’s Everybody’s Sweet Store, and prices are advertised in another column. “FAIR AND WARMER.” A HILARIOUS COMEDY. A comedy with a laugh in every sentence aptly describes “Fair and Warmer,” which will be presented at the Opera House on Wednesday night. The, lead is played by the verastile Nelly Bramley, who has made a wonderful part out of a particularly adaptable foie. As the sit-at-home wife, whom her loving husband always “keepings wondering,” she is a delight to see and hear, and her male partner of the lower flat, whose wife nas the same habits as her friend’s husband, makes a fine partner for the vivacious Nellie Bramley. The two: are endeavouring throughout to “compromise” each other, and so arouse the jealousy of their respective “better halves,”- for, as it is pointed out to them, a litue mystery on the part of each will only make their married life all the more interesting. Air Arthur Connell, as Miss Bramley’s partner, is most amusing, while his actions in the'sittingroom, where they mix weird and wonderful cocktails, are only less funny than the bedroom scene, where the family affairs are finally righted. Miss BramJey’s representation of complete intoxication without the semblance of vulgarity, is a finished piece of acting. The other roles are all filled most capably, Miss Sylvia McNair as Laura Bartlett, Mr George Hewlett as Jack Wheeler, and Air John Galway as the third party in the case, all helping to admirably carry forward a clever play. The plan is filling rapidly at Everybody’s Sweet Stall. EAIPRESS PICTURES, AIANAIA—-TO-NIGHT. “ZAZA.” The management of the Empress Pictures, Atanaia, takes pride in announcing that they will screen to-night the latest Gloria Swanson Paramount picture, “Zaza.” This is a powerful drama of the French stage, and one in which Miss Swanson reaches the pinnacle of her fame. “Zaza” is the story of the love of a vaudeville artist for a man whom she discovers is married. They agree to go their own way, and in later years when she is a greatstar she meets him again. But time has not killed their love, and they are brought together. H. B. Warner heads the notable cast. EAIPRESS PICTURES, NORAIANRY. TO-AIORROW (WEDNESDAY). A BUCK JONES THRILLER. Charles Jones, the William Fox actor, who combines such exceptional, qualities as acrobatic skill and histrionic personality, will be seen at the Empress Theatre, Normanby, in his latest 'William Fox vehicle “Skid Proof” to-morrow evening. He is supported by Laura Anson. Judging by the reports that come from cities where this picture has been shown, “Skid Proof” provides Air Jones with the most flexible and varied role of his career. Laid in New York at the time of the Transcontinental auto race, the scenes dash boldly trc-m thrill to thrill in a wonderful series of kaliedoseopic views. The story involves a strong conflict of emotions, a headlong case of love-at-first-siglit, vet- all is treated with that zinpy, airy, delightful touch that characterises all of Scott Dunlap’s directorial efforts. Also showing “Hurricane Hutch” and special Sunshine comedy. Prices as usual.