ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XLVIII, Issue 14701, 19 June 1911, Page 4

ENTERTAINMENTS.

"THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN'S.''

"Tiik Royal Hawaiian's'' concert and musical organisation commence a six nights season at His Majesty's Theatre to-night. Tho principal features of tin* programme will l>o tho beautiful Hawaiian music in song and chorus and instrumental specialties. Southern reports state that tho native melodies havo an incomparable charm, appealing at once to tho heart by the sympathetic- crooning of the island love songs, and almost immediately afterwards sotting every foot aboating to tho rollicking surf tunes. The company bring with them the renowned Hawaiian Glee Club, who, while specialising in Hawaiian melodies, feature some of tho choicest of English part-songs, choruses, and ballads, amongst them being "Annie Laurie," "May Time," and sweet new Irish folk song " Mavonrnoen," which is said to be full of Coltio feeling and pathos. They also appear individually in the newest solos, and some of tho rarest English ballads. Tho leader of tho party, Mr. Ernest Kaai, has the reputation of being tho best mandolin and guitar player that over loft America; in addition, he possesses a sweet baritone voice. Tha Australian papers speak of tho entertainment a.s one of indescribable sweetness and charm, and the performance as being redolent of tho sunny Pacific Islands.

The curtain rises in complete darkness, and from out the. unlightcd stage the Hawaiian song of welcome is sung and harmonised perfectly, and a.s the lights gradually creep up the song is finished with usually five or six. encores; thence the programme continues until about 30 items -are sung and played, the, Hawaiian and English numbers l>eing evenly distributed. An outstanding feature of the evening will be Hawaii's national dance, the "Hula," which is said to bo spectacular to a degree. Tho box plan is at Wildman and Arcy's, and day sales at Martelli'e.

WEST'S PICTURES. Interest in moving pictures continues as keenly a.s over, and tho proprietors of West's Pictures, at the Royal Albert Hall, spare no efforts to ensure that, as far as their displays are concerned, that interest interest, will in no way diminish. On Saturday both morning and evening shows drew crowded audiences, and the programme was received with signs of great, appreciation. A programme of special interest has been prepared for Coronation week, and will he presented for the' first time on Wednesday. PULLER'S PICTURES. An entirely new lot. of films arrived by the English mail yesterday, and will be screened at, the King's Theatre to-night. The series embraces instructive, scenic, humorous, and dramatic subjects, and should suit all tastes. The following will lx! tho order of the programme:—-" Warwick Chronicle" (latest topical events), "An Old Soldier's Influence" (a stirring dramatic), "Charley's Aunt" (in tabloid form), "Gibraltar" (scenic), "An Englishman's Honour" (dramatic), "Rev. Goodleigh's Courtship" (comedy), "Manufacture of Gas Mantles" (interesting), "Tho Station Agent's Daughter" (a thrilling drama), "Soap Bubbles" (interesting), "Bobby as Hypnotist" (comic), " Mleti to Nadacavkay" (a beautiful scenic), " Tho Cattleman's Daughter" (Western drama), " Fitznoodlo's Wooing" (comic). New musical items will be given by Mr. E. J. Burke's orchestra. OPERA HOUSE. The vaudeville entertainment at the Opera House was witnessed by two large audiences on Saturday, and the artists at the afternoon and evening performances were accorded hearty receptions. There will be a complete change of programme to-night, when the Staig Troupe will make their first appearance. ROYAL RINK. Large numbers of skaters gathered at the Royal Roller Rink on Saturday, the two evening sessions being exceptionally well patronised. Elaborate preparations are l»ing made for the "Rose Night." the evening of Coronation Day. In addition to four competitions for individual skaters, prizes will be given for tho best rose team of five, and the whole company of skaters will take part in a picturesque march. Thirty-two of the most skilful patrons of the rink will perform in a series of dainty evolutions, concluding with a novel tableau. Tho rink will bo open as usual to-day. PRINCE'S RINK. Tho sessions at tho Prince's Rink were well attended on Saturday, and the floor was in fin© order for the oastimo. The rink is splendidly illuminated, and tho music is a notable feature. There will be the usual sessions to-day. On Thursday evening a black-and-white night will bo held, and special prises are offered for competition.

WINDSOR RINK. Skaters still attend in largo numbers at tho Windsor Rink, Ponsonby, where they find everything in good order for enjoyment of the. pastime. Learners are courteously attended to by capable instructors. Tlio carnival on Wednesday evening is attracting a good deal of interest. SAILORS* CORONATION BAZAAR, There was another largo attendance at the sale of work in aid of the Flying Angel Missions to Seamen, which was hold in the Seamen's Institute, O'Connellstreet, on Saturday afternoon and evening. An orchestra of young ladies^ supplied a. very enjoyable programme, ami a children's dance, which gave great pleasure, was performed. Tho sale will last, till Tuesday night.

"NICOLA." The great ''Nicola," who is to appear at His Majesty's Theatre next Monday, is the holder of the attendance record for Australasia, having played to over 4000 people in Adelaide on May 15. The company comes hero after a most, successful tour throughout the. Far East, where it played to crowded houses at every performance. Tho "Nicola" entertainment is by far the biggest of its kind that has ever visited this country, presenting more illusions than any two similar shows extant. Although illusions anil magic are tho principal part of tho programme, some of America's foremost variety artists present a Vaudeville programme of much attractiveness. Nadolny is described as the. funniest and most eccentric juggler of the age, and is a whole show in himself. THE WONDERS OF CREATION. Mr. Clement L. Wragge delivered a highly-interesting lecture ■ in tho King's Theatre last evening, his subject l>eing "Tho Majesty of Creation." Among the many beautiful views with which his lecture was illustrated were slides from photographs of the sun, of If alley's comet, and of a recent eclipse. In a bright manner the lecturer dealt with many recent discoveries in connection with the solar system, investing the subject with great interest, and communicating much of his enthusiasm to his hearers. The audience was large, and thoroughly appreciative.