ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LX, Issue 18346, 12 March 1923, Page 9

ENTERTAINMENTS.

"THE GIRL FOR THE BOY." The musical comedy, " The Girl for the Boy," which comes with a great London reputation, will commence a brief season at His Majesty's Theatre this evening. Miss Lee White and Mr. Clay Smith will present an entirely new budget of songs in the production, Miss White wearing a further number of unique frocks. The box plans are now open at Lewis B. Eady and Son, Ltd. OPERA HOUSE. Miss Daisy Jerome, the versatile comedienne, will make a welcome re-appear-ance at the Opera House this afternoon and evening in a number of selected songs from her repertoire. Since last she delighted Auckland audiences she has visited all the Southern centres, and now returns to give a brief farewell season. On the same programme Fuller's American Revue Company will present their successful musical revue, "Hermie's Night Out," while the vaudeville portion will bo augmented by Slavin and Thompson, Charles Lawrence, Miss Ruth Bucknall, the Reeco Sisters, and Craydon and Mack. The box plan is at Lewis R. Eady and Son, Ltd. * NATIONAL THEATRE. The striking picture, "One Week of Love," is drawing crowded houses at the National Theatre. It is the type of film that has an appeal for people of all tastes. The sensational incidents include an exciting aeroplane race, a most vivid crash, in which not only the 'plane, but a hut containing three men come to grief,, and a railway wreck, which will leave a lasting impression upon spectators. In atmosphere and colour the film embraces a very wide range. There are scenes of sumptuous splendour depicting high revelries in the homes of the wealthy, and the lavish manner in which certain sections of American society set about pleasureseeking. In contrast there are the scenes of mountain and desert, a picturesque mountain outlaw and his rough companions, and remarkable costume effects. Through the maze of striking spectacles thrown upon the screen there runs a strong and gripping romance, which should satisfy the most ardent admirer of this class of drama. Elaine Hammerstein and Conway Tearle play the leading roles admirably. TIVOLI THEATRE. The pew double programme at the Tivoli Theatre is cf excellent quality. One of the principal pictures is the Paramount film, "Her Sturdy Oak," in which Wanda Hawley and Walter Hiers, the fat comedian, are most diverting in a story of domestic, bliss intermingled with all kinds of comica l troubles. The breezy atmosphere of this comedy-drama is well sustained throughout, and sets the spectators in the best of humours. The second feature of the programme is of quite a different nature. This is the powerful drama of the North-West, "The Siren Call." Dorothy Dalton is the principal figure, and is ablv supported by David Powell and Mitchell Lewis. The supporting bill is of consistent interest. LYRIC THEATRE. The dramatic picture, "Fool's Paradise," is attracting large audiences to .the.. " Lyric Theatre, where it is the principal item on an entertaining programme. The story revolves round the experiences of a Mexican cabaret dancer, played by/.■'•:■ Dorothy Dalton. Many of the situations are thrilling in the extreme. There are excellent supporting films. STRAND THEATRE. The new programme at the Strand Theatre is proving very much to the liking of numerous patrons. Heading the • bill is "One of the Blood," a picture teeming with exciting situations, and played bv a strong cast. The interesting film ' showing the difficulties encountered by a motor-car on abnormally rough roads, and the delightful singing of Miss Laura Walker arc additional attractions. ' ' GRAND THEATRE. V i,;.| "East is West," with Constance Tal- ; madge in one of her most artistic roles, iff the popular feature on the current pro- -> r ; gramme at the Grand Theatre. The ad- * : , mirable blend of comedy and drama makes the film one of consistent interest. r - Another entertaining picture on the bill is "Thb Ladder Jinx," relating the mis- v adventures of a young man who is not < careful enough in hi* regard for super- ; ;. stitions. '. ,'• • s'--" -.:''• -'t BROADWAY THEATRE. . ~; f A film which should appeal to picture- '•' ■ goers, "Go and Get It," will be screened .-/'■: at the Broadway Theatre, Newmarket, for a season of three nights, commencing . this evening. The story is one of news-, paper life, and has been described as , most thrilling and astounding. In ,1 ad- > dition, Richard Talmadge will be seen. in "Taking Chances," a picture from the story, "Vim. Vigour, and Vitality," and ■ the famous horse Queenie will appear in J ; a good comedy entitled "Cured- , . ; C : BENEFIT CONCERT. A benefit concert, in aid of the band of the St. Andrew's Society, will be held in _. the Town Hall concert chamber on Thursday, evening. The following artists will take part:Madame A. Hayward, Misses ■ Cameron-Johnson, R. Phillips, and L. ■Walker, and Messrs. * H. Richards, C. - Hunter, W. Black, and Alan McElwain. MUNICIPAL ORGAN RECITAL.: An organ recital was given by the city organist, Mr. J. Maughsn - Barnett, in the Town Hall on Saturday evening. The •, audiences at these recitals have shown a .... great increase' in numbers, and Saturday evening' 6 attendance was up to the high standard. Mr. Maughan Barnett, was ; heard to great advantage in six numbers. Widor's Moderate Cantabile receiving \ great applause. Miss Laura . Walker, sang ! several items, and Miss Dorothy Baker/ Save some acceptable violin selections. Ir. Leo. Whittaker was the accompanist. ':'■'■.