At the Theatre

Northland Age, Volume 1, Issue 10, 11 December 1931, Page 6

At the Theatre

“Rookery Nook,” “On Approval,” and now “Canaries Sometimes Sing,” the latest British Dominions’ laugh success, coming to the Princess Theatre, Kaitaia, definitely place Tom Walls on a pedestal as a talkie comedy star, and, incidentally, these pictures once again prove conclusively that the British actor is second to none in his art. How pleasant it is to sit' in a picture theatre and listen to the English language as it ihould be spoken, so free from nasalness and blatantness. “Canaries Sometimes Sing” is yet another British screen hit. The witty and sparkling' dialogue of Frederick Lonsdale, coupled with the brilliant acting of an excellent cast, makes the film an entertainment of outstanding merit, and to be recommended to everyone,' One of the outstanding screen treats of the season is sche. Ailed for local movie goers when ‘ Escape,” talking picture version of John Gals--worthy’s notable drama, is to be shown at the Princess Theatre next Wednesday. The play, produced with outstanding' success in London and New York, was lauded as one of the most brilliant contributions tbs stage has received in years. Presenting a theme of wide appeal, carrying a story that moves along at a rapid rate and reaches a powerful dramatic climax, “Escape is unusually well adapted for screen treatment. Basil Dean, noted stage and screen director, produced and directed the picture. He assembled a superb cast of competent players, many of whom have been seen in previous Galsworthy plays. Gerald du Maurier, in the leading role as Matt Denant, played the part in the original London stage version. He is recognised as the most popular and capable actor on the English stage today.

LENDING A HAND Mr. A. J. Murdoch, M.P. for Marsden, telegraphed to Mr. Rushworth on Tuesday : “Have just heard of your distressing accident. Please accept my best wishes for a speedy recovery. If there is anything I can do for regards electorate, wire me.” To which Mr. Rushworth replied : “Many thanks for telegram. I gratefully accept your offer to look after things in this electorate until I can get about again.” Accident to a Boy Maurice Parker, who had his shoulder dislocated and his arm broken by falling off a horse at his father’s place last week, and was sent to Auckland to be operated on, is improving. He visits the hospital every day but has not yet been operated on.