ENTERTAINMENTS.

Hawera Star, Volume L, 29 November 1930, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

GRAND THEATRE—TO-NIGHT

“ONE OF THE BEST”

A, military drama of great interest will be screened at the Grand Theatre to-night only. “One of the Best” was very (successful as an A-delphi melodrama,- and in transferring it to the sceen the producers availed themselves of “cinema liberty” and set the story in the picturesque Regency period when all was fair in love and war, without reservation as far as villains were concerned. The court martial and drumming scenes, with the closest attention paid to every detail, are not only picturesque but • effective. Throughout’the acting is good and the verdict of the Prince of AAales —-“excellent entertainment!”; —marts the picture as being something out of the ordinary run. An excellent programme of short subjects will also be presented to-niglit.

ELTHAAI THEATRE.

“THE LAST OF AIRS’ OHEYNEY

Fascinating Norma Shearer comes to the screen again at Eltliam to-night in “The Last of Mrs. Cheyney,” her latest starring production. This is the picturisation of Frederick Lonsdale’s well-known stage play. The story is that of a lady adventurer who maneovres her way into titled English society. Her retinue of perfect servants are, in reality, a gang of thieves. Their chance of success looting depends entirely on the charm, beauty and ability of their talented leader. From this story material the producers have constructed a picture which is 100 per cent, entertaining. Events move with surprising rapidity. There is drama of an unexpected sort, and comedy that is delightful. It is a smooth polished production, played with rapid, airy tempo, and Miss Shearer makes “Mrs. Cheyney” a delightful, amusing and lovable character.

THE REALM OF MAKE-BELIEVE:.

The attention of readers is drawn to Miss Maisie Instone’s advertisement which appears in our ■ ‘amusement column in this issue. . This talented young teacher is again presenting to the public at St. Joseph’s Hall on December 5 her annual recital of elocutionary, singing and dancing and instrumental numbers. This year’s performance bids fair to eclipse all previous presentations. Clever and humprous playets, stirring - ichor uses, captivating dances and haunting melodies all combine to make a joyous evening’s entertainment. Buy your tickets now and avoid disappointment.