ENTERTAINMENTS.

Manawatu Standard, Volume XLIII, Issue 295, 7 April 1921, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

LEVANTE AND KEECH AND . ... ■. ' T DANDIES.' Reinforced by the Dandies, the. Leyanto and Keech entertainment now : in season /iMhV. Opera. House- is a particu'.Jarly attractive one. Lcvanto and Keech and the musicul iJlnnchards occupy the first half of the programme and their splendid entertainment again won the plaudits of the audience. To tho new arrivals, the Fashion Plates, fell;last night the task of keeping a fair audience amused after the splendid entertainment supplied l>y tho celebrated principals in the first half, and in f this- task they did hot fail, but on tho contrary emerged with success, Miss Lcnoro Graham established herself as a firm favourite by her singing.'of "Make a Fuss Over Me" and "Johnny Oallaghari." Later, in company with Mr Syd. Kingsley, tlijs clever comedienne appeared again, and the voices blendid harmoniously in "A Little Loving" and "Weeping Willow Tree." Mr C Titchener made f>. distinct hit with his imitation of a xylophone—-the best item in his varied repertoire. Misses M. Kutner and W. Faulknor and Messrs Renn Millar and W. Kenny are other talented members of this bright little coterie of entertainers; Miss Rosa" Walton was a sympathetic accompaniste., To-night and to-morrow night' will bo 1 lie last opportunities of seeing this company and the wonderful illusions of Levante and Keech. KOSY. ' "PARIS GREEN" AND "ROSE OF THE WORLD." Tho clean, wholesome typo of screen comedy that Ray has made famous appeals lo everybody. He is the foremost delineator of country-boy characters in motion pictures to-day In "Paris Green" the popular artist impersonates Ihe role of Luther Green, who spends one hour in Paris, while- returning home. He'picks up a few French phrases which he uses incorrectly, thus being called "Paris Green. ' Ho also moots a pretty girl named Ninon, who intends visiting America/ Luther gives her his address. On arriving at the home farm he finds that his sweetheart, has transferred her affections to another mail. His gloom evrporatos, however, when his Parisian friord arrives in seorch of her uncle. "Rose of the World," which stars Elsie Ferguson, will also bo shown. It is a domestic drama with a strong story llir.t is admirably suited to the clever loading lady

PALACE. CLARA KIMBALL YOUNG IN "EYES OF YOUTH." Clara. Kimball Young's first Equity picture, "Eyes of Youth," must bo numbered among- tho big picturo successes. Tlip play, so popular behind the footlights, is peculiarly r.daptablo to screen requirements, tho novelty and variety of incident of theplot having all tho ingredients required in a really absorbing photodrama, > The stellar role, with its four widely divergent qiisodes or phases of life, is one to delight tho heart of any real actress, and Clara Kimball Young infuses into the role of Oina such wonderful breadth of vision; and magnetic personality, as to render it one of tho screen's most notable efforts. Tho production is in every wny big end is lavishly and aitistically produced, the cost running into some 250,000 dollars, A tworeel comedy, "Spirits," and a Pa.tho Gazette will also be shown EVERYBODY'S. "THE FIGUREHEAD." Politics are featured 'Jn "The Figurehead," a Eugene O'Brien -play, to be shown at Every body's. There is tho spirit of democracy and altruism which permeates this drama and which will bo sure to enlist the sympaihy of the average spectator. Thrilling scenes are frequent. These tempestuous passages have been effectively directed and are alternated by mora quiet interludes, where, romance and human interest dominate. INDGPKNDENT PICTURES, There will be no pictures at the Opera House to-night. "SINEAD THE SAILOR."

Described by a contemporary as "all that a pantomime should bo," "Sinbad the Sailor," the J. and N, Tail, and Bailey arid Grant Pantomime to be seen here on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday, with a matinee on Wednesday afternoon, comes with an exceptional reputation. It would appear that in "Sinbad" the management have entirely let themselves go and have done everything up to the theatrical hahdojs. It is said to be an entertainment that represents the very spirit of joyousnoss. i There, arc no less than 20 magnificent scenes, a series of superb spectacles, a. wealth of attractive musical numbers, many beautiful ballets, much whimsical wit and many unique and startling specialties. An especially strong cast has been secured. Miss Jennie Hartley, the principal boy, and her recent nppearunces in the J. C. Wiliamaon production of "The Bing Boys on Broadway," and "The Passing Show," will bo l'rech in the memory. Of Iho comedians, Mr Dan Agar makes his first appearance here, and Mr Cannot is an established and over welcome- artist. Report speaks highly of Miss Linda Young as the Princess Zobicdo (principal girl). Others in a long cast who aie prominently placed are Misses Margot Lester, Elsio Parkes and Ethel Walker. Also well provided for aro Messrs Colin Crane, William A. Hassan, Kelso and Bert Nicholson. Two comedians of rare vaudeville humour may to expected in Messrs Edgcly and Dawo, while tho famous Littlejonn troupe provide a marvellous equilibristic specialty. There are two acts and 20 scenes. 'I ho costumes, of which there are , over 700, co.;t no less than £SOOO. The box plans will be- opened at Gates' music stores on Saturday next.