AMUSEMENTS.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXV, Issue 16666, 26 September 1914, Page 11

AMUSEMENTS.

CHRISTCHURCH LIEDERTAFEL. HERREN ABEND. There was a distinot martial note in the programme arranged for tlie herren abend held at the Scottish Society's rooms last night by tho Christchurch Liedertafel, now in its thirtieth season, and the majority of items were decidedly seasonable. The first part song was Marshner’s “ Union,” which announced the unity of Britishers, and this was followed by Lochner’s “Warrior's Prayer,” a fine spirited numbor. Two songs by Abt, “Evening” and “A Thuringian Volkslicd,” came next, succeeded by “Bold Turpin,” an addition to the Licdertafel’s repertoire, which proved the most popular number of the evening. Tho song, by Dr Bridge, told of the meeting on tho highway of Bold Turpin and a Bishop, and though, tho choral work is intricate, the choir handled it with vigour. Three songs by Hatton, “• Good-night, Beloved,” “Beware,” and “April Showers,” completed the first part of the programme. In the second half “TJi.d Toast” (Zottner), “The Tattoo” (ds Ritte), - “ The Soldier’s Farewell ” (Kenhel), and “The Soldier’s Chorus” from “Faust,” were sun" and also “ Hear My Prayer” by Dr Thomas, tho conductor of the Auckland Liedertafel. The soloists of tho evening were:—Messrs J. F v . Peake, F. G. Gurnsoy, A. Millar and Dr L. Manning, while Messrs A. Millar and R. D; Vincent sang the duet “ Love and War.” Dr T. L. Crooke played a Chopin Polonaise, and was heartily applauded. Tho choir was conducted by Dr J. C. Bradshaw, and the accompaniments were played by Mr A. Worsley. HIS MAJESTY’S; THEATRE, “England’s Menace ” and the supporting pictures in the current programme at His Majesty’s Theatre were again well received by a large audience last night. There will be a matinee this afternoon, and the programme will be shown for the last time this evening. FULLER’S PICTURES. “ Antony and Cleopatra ” attracted another large audience last night at the Colosseum, when tho big picture was thoroughly enjoyed. _ It will bo shown at the matinee this afternoon, and for the last time this evening. GLOBE THEATRE. There were large attendances yesterday at each session at the Globe Theatre, a film entitled “Between Alan and Beast” and the other pictures being keenly enjoyed. The same programme will be shown at to-day’s sessions. GRAND THEATRE. “The Devil’s Eye” and the supporting pictures were well received at each session at the Grand Theatre yesterday. They will be shown again to-day.

QUEEN’S THEATRE. There were large attendances at each session of the Queen’s Theatre, when the current programme, headed by “The Substitute,” was well received. The same pictures will be shown for the last time to-day. SYDENHAM PICTURES. “England's Menace,” tho British patriotic drama, and other pictures were witnessed by a large audience last i evening at the Sydenham Theatre. The same programme will be screened at the matinee and also in the evening. “ THE HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN.” On Monday evening a film of special interest to picture patrons, and particularly to readers or Sir Walter Scott’s writings, will be the first, screening in Christchurch of an adaptation by the Famous Players Company of that great book, “ A Woman’s Triumph,” or “The Heart of Midlothian.’ Few works of the great author have been more admired than his masterly narrative of Jeannie Deans, the girl who, to save her sister’s life, walked barefoot from Edinburgh to London, interviewed* the Queen and obtained the Sovereign’s pardon for her unhappy relative. Appropriate music will be rendered by Hayward’s Orchestra. Box plans are at the Dresden. , THE DANDIES. The Christchurch season of the Orange Dandies will commence in the Opera House on Monday, and will bo of six nights’ duration. Wlion Air Edward Bransooinbe set about the formation of his costume comedy company, lie felt reasonably- sure of the success of the venture. It is au essential point with the Dandies that, each artist must not only be a specialist in some particular feature of entertaining, but must also be possessed of tho ability to adapt himself or herself to concerted work. In the latter section, the Dandies are said to bo particularly proficient. Their work is bright aiul dean, and jjoes with a snap and happy abandon winch is the result of harmonious cc-operation between the various members of the company. The troupe which Air Brnnseombo has sent to the Dominion this year is said to be the best of the several companies appearing under his direction. _ In vocal equipment the company is said to be very strong, and the comedians naturally and genuinely funny. During the season all the latest songs and dances and musical novelties will be presented. The plan is at the Dresden. aiiss dulcieThtchell. Aiiss Dulcie Mitchell, a young Christchurch singer, will probably be remembered as being the possessor of a very fine contralto voice which gave great promise. Acting on the advice of several musical friends, she left for London to undergo a period of study at the hands of the best masters. Upon arrival, she decided to become a student at the Royal Academy of Alusic, where the quality of her voice soon attracted the notice of the professors. During her sojourn at the Royal Academy o'? Alusic, Aiiss Mitchell gained great distinction. and at an examination which embraced all the advanced pupils of the institution she succeeded in gaining first position. Miss Mitchell will arrive in Christchurch, early next week, and will give a concert in the Theatre Royal on Monday, October 12. The olan ‘of reserved seats will be at the Dresden. '