ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, 29 June 1914, Page 9

ENTERTAINMENTS.

"THE FORTY THIEVES."

Ay His Majesty's Theatre at 10 minutes to eight o'clock to-night, J. C. Williamson, Ltd., will present tho pantomime extravaganza, " The Forty Thieves," "which, it is said, eclipses all previous pantomime productions staged by the firm. Special interest will centro in the first appearance of Mi. Barry Lupino, the' Drury Lane comedian, who is described as a genius in laughter-making. Miss Winnie Volt, who will play the part of "Ganera" is from the Apollo Theatre, London, while Miss Dolly Harm or and Miss Gertie Latchford aro both English artists of distinction. A warm welcome is assured for Miss Marie Eator., who will bo seen as " Abdallah," while Miss Dorothy Firmin and Miss Maggie Dickinson and Messrs. J. B. Atholwood, Charlie Albert, William Hassan and Rupert Darrell are all established favourites. The orchestra will be under lb} direction of the well-known conductor, Mr. Emil Biorman. The train to Henderson and way stations will leave Auckland at 11.20 p.m. to-night and to Papakura and Onehunga at 11.30 p.m. The box plans for the fii«t six nights and next Wednesday and Saturdav are now open at Wild man and Arey's. The plans for the last six nights and last two matinees, will be opened on Thursday next.

OPERA HOUSE. Among the several now vaudeville attractions to be presented by the BrennanFuller management at the' Opera House this evening will be the Hughes' Musical Trio of American instrumentalists. It is stated that the manipulation of lie different instruments by this trio has been tfte cause of much favourable criticism in the Australian States. Another new act to be presented will be Flay Lawrence, styled " The American Girl." Tho supporting turns will be contributed by some J tho performers who appeared in last weok'a bill, including Leslip and Sol Bern, the American Comedy Trio, Crotten and Skremka, the Enry Comedy Trio, acrobats and tamblera, Hayman and Co., and others. Seats may bo booked at Wilduian and Arey's. MJSCFTA ELM AN. Mischa Elinan, the universally acknowledged greatest violinist in the "world, will mako his only appearances here in the Town Hall on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 7 and 8 next. Mischa Klman has been described as one of th» most remarkable violinists of all times. When a boy of 13, he made his first big public appearance in St. Petersburg and he took the art patrons of that country by ptorm. Since then he has appeared in all the countries of the world, and ho is now only 23 years'of age. In Melbourne, where ho opened his successful Australasiap tour, Elman had wonderful receptions; he was recalled at the conclusion of his first concert nine times. With Elmnn comes Mile. Eva Gauthior, a brilliant French-Canadian tni'zzosoprano. Mr. Percy Kahn, who hac been with Mischa Elman for the past five years, is the pianist. Advance applications for the 10s 6d seats will now be received at Wildman and Arey's, Auckland. Seats will tie allotted in the order of applications. / ORGAN RECITAL.

There was a good attendance at tho I municipal orgar. recital given by Mr. [ Maughan Barnett. city organist, at tho ' Town Hall on Saturday night. Mr. Barnbit opened the programme with Guilm ant's " March© aux Flambeaux," a slow and stately movement in the style of a polonaise. "The Curfew," by Horsman, was an effective illustration of tho tolling of the old-,time bell. Wagner's "Waldweben," from "Siegfried," and a fantaisie do concert bv Lux, "0 Sanctissima," were artistically played. The well-known "Nocturne m E Flat," by Chopin, was a charming little piece, and was greatly appreciated by the audience. Other pleasing items were: Bach's " Gavotte in E," the Andantino," by Lemare: the programme concluding with tho famous overture, "Zampa," by Herold. Mrs. Strickland sang a charming little French song by Nevin, entitled " Mon de 'sir,'' an item by Greig. entitled "'A Lnvoly Evening in Summer," and an interesting composition by Mr. Horace Hunt, which was warmly 'Applauded.

ADELPHI THEATRE. There was a large number of patrons present at the Adelphi Theatre, Newmarket, on Saturday, both at the matinoe and evening performances. Included in an attractive change of programme was a dramatic .picture, entitled " Paulotto's Necklace." Tho film was warmly appreciated, and should appeal to all lovers of movingpictures. The supporting films included pictures of gTave, humorous and topical subjects. The programme will bo repeated this evening. SCOTTISH ENTERTAINMENT. On Wednesday evening St. James's Hill. Wellington Street, will be the scene of a Scottish entertainment on a big scale. For some time past the members and friends of St. James's choir havo had in preparation a complete and varied programme. Leading exponents of Scottish mu«ic have been engaged for Wednesday night, and a large audience is expected.

COSTLEY HOME CONCERT. List week a very successful concert, interspersed with dancing," was given at the Costley Home, under the direction of Miss Burmister. Those assisting wore Mrs. Barclay, Mrs. and Dr. Magtiire and Misses Shrewsbury, Winders and Aubin. Thore was a large gathering of patients, who greatly enjoyed the entertainment. PICTURE ENTERTAINMENTS. A Western drama, "The War of the l Cattle Range," and a 6tory of comic intrigue, "Beauty Unadorned," are to bo screened at the Princess Theatre to-day. The main attraction in the change of programme at the Ring George Theatre to-day is "Tho Mystery of St. Martin's Bridge." The well-known Oriental drama, "Kismet," is to bo featured at the King's Theatre this week. A drama, entitled "A Man in the World of Men," will bo screened at the Queen's Theatre to-day. The Shakesperian play, " Antony and Cleopatra." will bo screened at the Lyric Theatre this week. At the Arcadia Theatre to-day, a drama, entitled " From Father to Son," will bo presented. " Antony and Cleopatra," is the main feature on the programme at the West End Theatre this evening. A drama, entitled "An American King," will be the main attraction in the change of programme at the Globe 'l"heatro today. An emotional drama, entitlod "A Son of his Fattier," 'rill be featured at the Newton Picture Palace to-day.

A comprehensive programme is announced by the management of the Alhambra Theatre for this evening.