AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 21 December 1925, Page 1

AMUSEMENTS.

EVERYBODYS PJCTURES. “LOVE’S WILDNEKXESS.” TO-NIGHT. A special First National will be shown at tho Princess Theatre to-night .starring lovely Gorin ne Griffith in

“Love’s Wildnerncss.” The strangest experiences that ever befell a woman! To he misled in marriage—then to meet the man she really loves—to find herself free to marry him—and then with a world of happiness before her to suddenly find herself married to two men! Ami all this action breaking in the sunny south, in the Canadian wilds, in society ballrooms, and in tho Malay jungles. Corinno Griffith's latest photoplay gives her the. finest opportunity of displaying dramatic talent she lias yet had. stripping her in one sequence, as it does, of all those things we have come to associate so closely with her beautiful clothes, lavish settings and refined surroundings—and placing her in a rough hut. plainly evenly poorly, dressed, up against the reality of life. The love theme is out of the beaten path of domesticity. Ji carries its heroine from her Southern home, through a heart-breaking denouement in Canada, and 1o find happiness in the jungles of the South Sen Isles. In these later scenes wc again see the Corinno we know so well, clothed in gorgeous frocks, and amidst beautiful surroundings, lovelier than ever by virtue of the contrast, in the early part of the piny. Never before has Corinno essayed a role of this type, and according to preview critics, she has presented herself in a new mend which will, surprise her fan admirers. Holmes Herbert and lan Keith, in the principal supporting roles are declared to do some excellent work. Others in the cast include Emily Fitzrov, Maurice Cannon, an importation from the Paris comedy .stage; Bruce Covington. David Torrence. Frank Elliott and Charles Post. “Love's 'Wilderness” was directed hv Robert Leonard. Charlie Chaplin will l>e seen in a two-reel, (omedy ‘‘Behind The Screen” to-night. On Wednesday next a William Fox special ‘‘The Brass Bowl” starring Edmond Lowe, and on Thursday “.Enticement” "ill lie screened. DENIS KEHOE COMPANY. MOTHER MACH REE.

Commencing at the Princess Theatre. Hokitika, on Saturday next (Box ing Day) Denis Kehoe will present his Company in his successful Irish folk drama " Mother Machrcc,” which recently had a. phenomenally good introduction at II is Maiestv's Theatre.

Ain kintal. The play is a simple and appealing story of homely people, from tho pen of Maurice Wenlen. replete with enliireni and the pathos of life. Embellished by Ihe sweet melodics of Erin and the old-time songs snug to the aof ompaniment of Lhe Irish hand harp, the action is savoured by that brisk intriguing humour inseparable from ibis volatile people. Denis Kehoe is described by the Auckland Press as an artist who lias an appealing rather than e. compelling personality. He is no believer in a “ one-ie-aii show.” and at the same time a strong advocate of “ telling it with music.” hence he lias associated with him a very capable company of artists who have ample opportunities of showing their ability. His juvenile leading lady is Era nees Ivaylior, a native of Gisborne, who returns after several years absence abroad to utterly disprove the ancient saying anent the prophet in her own country, for everywhere her grave and beauty have competed with the excel leiico of her acting as prime factors in the popularity that has rewarded her | efforts. Helen Eergtis in the name \ part of .Mother Mach roe, Gwen Dorise, Aline Dunn. Ronald Biley. Tom Buckley. Bernard Reshy, Lester Carey. : (.'has. Keegan, Maurice Lynch and the veteran conductor Percy Kehoe arc all \ artists of individual excellence who combine to give a memorable porlormance. “ The Girl front. County Clare will he presented on Monday evening. The box plan will open at Misses .McIntoshs to-morrow (Tuesday) morning. WORLEY’S CIRCUS. HOKITIKA. SATURDAY NEXT. Worley's Circus will appear at Hokitika on Saturday next (Boxing Night). The "Grey Argus” commenting on their recent appearance in Greymotith

says the attraction of flic circus was evidenced I>y the large number who attended the performance in GreymouLli of Worley’., All Star Cirrus, whieli took place in the huge lent erected at the corner of Herbert, and Leonard Streets. Apart from the usual items to he seen on circus programmes, the entertainment was varied and contained many clover* and spectacular turns, hitherto not seen in this district, all of which were much appreciated and heartily applauded. Among the many clever artists who appeared, were Morris and Dutchio, wlu> proved themselves clover chapandermists; the /aim Sisters, artistic and agile acrobats; Miss P,ita Leopold, in daring trapeze work; stunts on stilts b.' Da tin v Yelding and tight rope walking nml dancing by Miss Ktliel Lavana, and an intermezzo de aerobatics by the clever violinists, tlie AValhallas. A fine performance by De Alma’s performing dogs brought a bright and clever entertainment to a finish, much to the regret of the audience. The whole show is, of course, interspersed with

fun and row by the usual whitelacted artists. Worley’s circus will give a performance at Ross on Mednesda\ evening, at Ruatapu on Thursday (’Xmas live) and at Hokitika on Satiuday (Boxing Night), Popular prices will be charged.