ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LIV, Issue 16665, 9 October 1917, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE. . The weekly change of programme at the Opera House last " night attracted the usual ' crowded audience." • Walter JonuBon'rf popular revue company staged a, new musical'diversion, "The Railway Tangle, in which all the artists had suitable pints. For the most part the production consisted of vaudeville items, and ( rag-time numbers; ■ interspersed ''with comedy "gags." The members of the chorus added their quota in the direction of action songs and dances. Miss Lola Hunt.in "Down in Louisville" and "Old Bill Bailoy" had two catchy solos, and her acting was attractive. Miss Lydia Carne was as vivacious ever, "and "though it was to ibß regretted she. danced so little, her songs, "Hello, "Frisco" and " Oh, You ' Beautiful Baby" were amongst the most dainty of the evening, and bewitching Vera Kearns won fresh laurels and furtheir admirers. Her numbers, " Teach Me How to Love" and " Ladder of Roses'," the latter presented with a pretty spectacular effect, were excellent. Mr. Walter Johnson assisted in the first of these items, but vocally he was not a success. As an exponent of light come'dy, however, he was admirable. Mr. Harry Burgess as a " darkieg revealed " a strong humorous vein, and sang two comic solos with good effect. Mr. Gus j Franks, in another Hebrew caricaj ture, Mr. Jack Kearns and Mr. I Ernest Lashbrooke kept the ball of fun merrily rolling, and Miss Belle Millette filled a small role well. In the first part of the programme was a turn which was very much worth, while. This was the comedy-juggling act of Qharlene and CharI lene and another. The principal memj bers of this trio of newcomers was an adept juggler, whose feats were little ! short of astonishing. His lady partner | was a good pianist and xylophonist, whilst I the third member of the party was an | original and amusing comedian. Working 1 well together at a breakneck speed they presented a quarter of an hour's entertainment which none could fail to enjoy. I Chivalli -and his two dogs also appeared for the first time, and the tricks of the clever canines were novel and attractive. Laurant, the caligraphist, and Taylor and McQuoin, the favourite comedy duo, reappeared in pleasing turns. Mr. E. J. 1 Burke and his orchestra were -again an I important feature. The entertainment will be repeated each night this week and at matinees on Wednesday and ; Saturday. ROYAL COMIC OPEEA. Owing to stress of circumstances, the Auckland season of the Royal Coihic Opera Company, which was to Save commenced on Monday next, has been postponed indefinitely. TIVOLI. THEATRE. • A particularly striking adaptation of Isaac Henderson's well-known play, "The Mummy and the. Humming Bird," is being shown at the. Tivoli Theatre this week. The screen version in no way lacks the interest of the original story, and the sensational element is never over-accentuated. The picture is produced on an adequate scale, and the cast has been admirably selected. Lilian Tucker appears in the part of Lady Lumley, a character created in Australia by Miss Beatrice Day. Lord Lumley ib played, by Charles Cherry, who gives a very forceful rendering 'of the part. Numerous dramatic incidents occur, chief among which' is that in which D'Onelli, the seducer, is assassinated. The Italian scenery is at all times interesting, and occasionally some beautiful effects are obtained. Numerous other pictures are included in the programme, and the Tivoli Orchestra is excellent. ! PRINCESS THEATRE. I An original and entertaining photo-play, " The End of the Tour," is being shown at the Princess Theatre this week. Lionel Barrymore,_ the popular actor ' of the Metro Studio 3, displays remarkable powers of "characterisation in the leading role. The Story concerns the unique experiences of a wandering troupe of .actors . who, are. stranded in the village of Mayville. " Budd," the leading, man, undertakes to teach the village firemen the elements of dramatic art, and hia efforts provide material for a number Of diverting scenes. STRAND THEATRE: A wall-constructed plot and fine dramatic acting characterise the Greater Vitagraph play " The Combat," which is now being shown at the Strand Theatre. Anita Stewart, who appears in thif play, prove 3 herself a most capable actress. The story, though somewhat conventional, is not lacking in dramatic situations, nor .is the humorous element overlooked. It concerns the life of a woman who finds that her husband is already married. Her former lover returns to find her being tortured. The climax is intensely dramatic. LYRIQ THEATRE. "A Self-made Widow," the World film which is screened at the Lyric Theatre this week, is the story of a woman who assumes the name of a millionaire who is thought to have committed suicide. He returns, and a succession-of dramatic scenes follow. The title role is eminently suited to the talent of Alice Brady, the actress who made such a success of " The Divorce Game." The supporting pictures" are excellent. QUEEN'S THEATRE. The current programme at the Queen's Theatre contains two pictures of outstanding merit. The chief attraction t is "Still Waters," a tale of rural and circus life. Marguerite Clarke, one of the most artistic of screen actresses, appears in the leading role, her work being exceptionally dainty; The latest Paramount film, "The Girl at Home," is also screened. In this play the two most important parts are in the capable hands of Vivian Martin and Jack Pickford. GRAND, THEATRE. \ 4 "The Clodhopper," which is presented this week at the Grand Thoatre, is a notably humorous and original picture. The clodhopper dance is the latest American craze, and it is used with fine effect in this unique play. Charles Ray appears in the' title role, and is assisted by Margery Wilson. The programme includes the fifteenth chapter.of "The Iron ClaW," and a comedy, "Count 'Em." \ WEST END THEATRE. Mary Pickford appears In a fine Paramount film, " Hulda from Holland," at the West End Theatre this week. The story is pleasing, and the scenery conveys the requisite Dutch atmosphere. A number of other pictures are shown in support. GLOBE THEATRE. An excellent play, " The Warrens of Virginia," with Blanche Sweet in the chief role, is shown at the Globe Theatre. Charlie Chaplin also appears in a comedy entitled "The Floorwalker." EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Alice Brady appears with distinct charm in the latest World film, "A Self-made Widow," which is presented at Everybody's Theatre this week. The story is uncommon, and the scenic effects ore in some cases , excellent, j