ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume L, Issue 15398, 5 September 1913, Page 5

ENTERTAINMENTS.

MABLOW DRAMATIC COMPANY.

That the emotional characteristics of Mrs. Henry Wood's famous play, "East Lynne" have not lost their hold upon the public of to-day was dearly demonstrated at His Majesty's Theatre last night, when a revival of the piece by the Marlow Dramatic Company drew a crowded house. The many heartrending situations made a strong appeal to those in front, who followed the action with unabated interest. A very sympathetic performance was given by Miss Elwyn Harvey in the dual role of Lady Isabel and Madame Vine. Mr. Robert Inman played with sincerity as Archibald Carlyle. Mr. Vivian Edwards, as Sir Francis Levison, was seen, in a convincing portrayal unspoiled by exaggeration. Little Willie w;is capably played by Miss Ruby Ramsay. As Barbara Hare, Miss Oriel Hotson acted with her usual discrimination, and ability. Miss Pearl Helmrich was a humorous Cornelia. The remaining characters were well interpreted. "East Lynne" will be repeated to-night, and again to-morrow night, when the company's season closes.

OPERA HOUSE.

In spite of the great success of the Royal Banzai Family and Schepp's Animal Circus at the Opera House, the management have to announce the two last nights of these big attractions. Most of the members of the supporting company are also appearing for only two more nights. There will be a matinee performance tomorrow afternoon, when special novelties will be introduced for the children. After the performance the children are invited upon the stage to ride the different ponies. Last Saturday several hundred availed themselves of tie treat. The matinee plans are at Wildman and Arey's, . where good reserved seats are still available. THE DANDIES. The performance of The Dandies, in the concert chamber of tho Town Hall, met with appreciation last evening.

MUNICIPAL ORGAN RECITAL. ■ The municipal organ recital will be given in the Town Ball 10-night, when a "special request" programme will include Rossini's "William Tell '\ overture, Reubke's " Introduction and Fugue," St. Clair's "Meditation," and Mendelssohn's "War March of the Priests.'' ROYAL ALBERT HALL. West's Pictures screened at the Royal Albert Hall were accorded a good reception last evening. The principal' item depicts W. W. Francis's 15 ' mile- swim in the Bristol Channel, personaaly described by the performer. "Humours of Animal Life" is a very interesting picj ture. The beautifully coloured scenic study, "Scenes in Morroco," is much appreciated. KING'S THEATRE. Adaptions of well-known worEs of fiction are always welcome in moving picture form, and it is doubtful if anything finer has yet been seen in this direction than "East Lynne," now being screened at the King's Theatre. Last evening the picture was enthusiastically received by a large audience. The film is graphically described by Mr. Gilbert Emery. WINDSOR THEATRE. The screening of "Dan Morgan" caused much interest among the audience at the Windsor Theatre last evening. The thrilline history of this noted Australian bushranger is dramatically described by Mr. A. Bobthman. There is a good supporting programme. LYRIC THEATRE. . The programme of films screened at the Lyric Theatre is proving very popular.. Large numbers attended last; evening. " The Mexican Bullfight" is accorded an exceptionally good reception, while the other two dramas, ".Forgive Us ' Our Trespasses" and "Right For Right's Sake," attract much attention. -'Dick Whittingtoh and His Cat," usually seen in pantomime, is well portrayed., QUEEN'S THEATRE. : Another excellent programme was presented at the Queen's Theatre yesterday, and proved to be very popular. "" Captain Mary Brown" sets forth in a pleasing manner the story of a resourceful young girl who saves her father and her lover from disgrace. "Honour of, a Soldier" is a fine military drama. The Pathe Animated Gazette contains a matter of world-wide interest—the world's sculling championship, Barry v. Pearce. "In Feudal Days" is another splendid drama, with coloured effects. The remainder of the programme was well received.

GLOBE THEATRE. The Globe Theatre is screening a programme .which for all-round merit would be difficult to eclipse- A beautiful A.B. production is the picture entitled, "A Gambler's Dishonour,'' which tells of a brave man's sacrifice. A fine scenic study depicts the noble, historic city of Moscow, the old capital of Russia, including the Kremlin, the famous mosque wherein the Tsars of Russia are crowned. " The Runaway" is a touching story of boyhood's battles. Other good.' pictures are, "An Unfair Game," Billy and the ■ Black Hand," " Saving Mabel's Dad," and the Barry-Pearce sculling match, showing the race from start to finish.

KING GEORGE THEATRE. "In a Woman's Power" is the title of the magnificent film that is being screened at the King George Theatre, and which. is attracting the attention of crowds of patrons. There is a fine supporting programme of varied interest, and it will be presented again to-day and to-morrow.

NEWTON PICTURE PALACE.. . Continuous streams of people are attending the Newton Picture Palace to witness the fine series of pictures being ' shown. The leading feature, a startling detective story entitled " The Escape of the White Glove Gang," is 3000 ft long. Other film? which are meeting with much appreciation are, "Two Women and Two Men," and "Buck's Romance."

SKATING RINKS. /- The excellent condition of the floor at the. Prince's Rink attracted a good attendance throughout yesterday. The pastime of roller-skating was indulged in by large numbers at the Royal Rink yesterday. Next Tuesday evening a graceful skating contest for ladies who have not previously won a prize will take place.