ENTERTAINMENTS.

Hawera Star, Volume XLIX, 16 November 1929, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE TO-NIGHT

‘CHARMING; SINNERS.”

“Sauce for the gander is sauce for the goose," and. ‘ -Charming Sinners," \V\ toomerset Maugham’s clever drama of domestic rearrangement, which Paramount has made into an all-talk-mg picture, proves that a woman has olten the best of the argument in a battle of wits with her husband. Ruth Chattel-ton, Clive Droot, William Powell, and Mary Nolan carry the leads in this clever picture, which will feature the Opera House theatre programme this evening. Tne story of “Charming Sinners has to do with a new treatment for philandering husbands. Ruth Chatterton, as the wife, applies her unique remedy in a smart way that leaves a smile all-around, even with the defeated husbands. Clive Brook has a rare role, and he handles it in delightful fashion. I'or once lie steps out of the tragically, serious character into a part which gives free play to all the interesting whimsicalities of which he is capable. William Powell, as the “other” man, and Mary Nolan in the role of the infringer, are strong supporters of the two well-known leads. Miss Nolan carries out the part of a frothy, light-heaaed, but altogether charming, bit of flirtatious womanhood with consummate skill. Laura Hope Crews, Elorenee Eld ridge, of “Tile Studio Murder Mystery" cast, and Montagu Love are in the group of players. There will be ,a special programme, oi “Talkie” short subjects, including a Paramount song cartoon," ‘‘Good-bye, My Lady Love," and two a Id-talking comedies. The box plan lor this evening is at Miss Blake’s. *

GRAND THEATRE, TO-NIGHT

“THE WOMAN' FROM LUNA.”

Based on a stage (piay which was notching short of a sensation, “The Woman from Luna,” Fox Film featuring Mary Astor. is the current attraction at the Grand Theatre to-night. The screen production is an absorbing and human tale of a young and beautiful _irl, wise beyond her twenty years, 'hard-boiled as she needs must be to play the part in life she does for a seaside amusement concession known as “Luna.” She sickens of the life she is lea-ding andi finds a way out by marrying a young chap who is keeper of a lighthouse. Mary Astor is the girl, being featured with Robert Armstrong and Roy D’Arcy. Dean J agger, a newcomer from the stage, plays an important supporting role. .A. E. Erickson, formerly chief assistant to f<\ \V. Murnau, who produced “Sunrise” and' “4 Devils” for Fox Films, makes his how as a director with this Fox Film. He uses some of the Murnau technique, of course, but he also contributes many new ideas of hi® own. The serial, “Tarzan the Mighty, will also, be shown in support. CINDERELLA. Who has not heard and loved the story of “Cinderella” and her Prince Charm in cr ? The announcement ali>pearing in our advertising columns toddy proclaiming -its presentation .at the Opera House, November 29, vviU be received with delight. The fairy godmother, ugly sisters, papa-, fanladies and) courtiers, wandering m instrels and daintiest of fairies will be there, -and we must not forget the pumpkin, mice and rats which, with a wave of the wand, are turned into ‘ ‘equipage grand, ponies and' lootmen. Gay lilting music, enchanting frocks, and dancing supreme all combine to make one harmonious whole. line operetta, will be preceded by id short series of dance phantasies in solos, duos andi entrancing ballets, interspersed with dialogues andi story.

garden party

ST. JOHN’S YOUNG WOMEN. St. John’s young women are holding a. gairden party on W odiums day, Noyeinbcr 27 at “The Oaks,” the residence of Mr 'J. R. Corrigan. The grounds lend themselves admirably to a ieto of tliis description, and it is hoped thatmany will take the opportunity ol enl,};yiiior an afternoon in the open A small charge will be made for admission, but afternoon tea wall be tree. There will be- stalls where one can purchase sweet®, cakes (Christmas cakes a specialty) and produce. A feature is being made of the saile of hr cones. All intending purchasers should bring their own sugar sack®.