ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIV, Issue 19627, 4 May 1927, Page 15

ENTERTAINMENTS.

NATIONAL AND LYRIC. Cecil R. do Nille's latest production, " Tho Unknown Soldier," and *' Off the Highway," an adaptation of tho novel " Tatterlcy," will bo screened at tho National and Lyric Theatres for tho last time to-day. The programme commencing tomorrow will be headed by "Twinklotoes," one of Thomas Burke's popular Limehouso stories. Colleen Mooro lias tho principal role, that of "Twinkletoes," born and reared in that world-famous waterfront slum, the London Limehouso district. " Twiuk," as the girl is called, is endeavouring to become a dancer of note, tho story dealing mainly with her experiences in attaining her objective and future happiness. A throng of strange, colourful characters, Chinese and Malays, Hindus and Lascars, and Cockney costermongers; tho dregs and flotsam of London, tho world's busiest port, aro al! shown. Kenneth Harlan has the chief male role, which he plays with distinction. Tho second attraction is "Love's Whirlpool," a stirring drama of tho underworld of New York. James Kirkwood plays the part of a criminal who seeks to injure the mart who sent his younger brother to gaol. Aided and abetted by his wife, enacted by Lila Lee, he goes far to accomplish his object, until tho wife's better naturo triumphs and she frustrates bis plots for revenge, and eventually converts him to a better man. " Love's Whirlpool'' is * picture full of action, the varying emotions of the players being given ample scope. A full supporting programme will also bo screened. PKIXCF.SS AND TIVOLI. A colourful tale of romance in tho French Foreign Legion is told in "The Silent Sheik," a First National film starring Milton Sills, which commences showing at tho Princess and Tivoli Theatres to-morrow. Sills, as a reckless vounjr diplomat who almost ruins himself in Paris, and then finds himself in the gruelling service of the French Foreign Legion, has a roles admirably suited to his capabilities. Opposite him arc. Natalio Kingston, as Vera Sherman, Viola Dana, as Scad?,a, a dancing girl, and a strong supporting cast. Stories of the desert' lend themselves to brilliant and colourful scenes, and it is stated the director took full cognisance of tho possibilities of tho film, bringing to tho screen a diplomatic assemblage brilliant with uniforms and evening gowns, Arabian costumes in gorgeous hues, ancient Arabian cities and some gay scenes of Paris. Betty Bronson has tho star rolo in " Everybody's Acting." which also commences showing to« morrow. Marshall Neilan is tho director, and included m tho cast are Stuarts Holmes. Edward Martindnle, Ford Sterling and Joceyln Lee. "THE BEST PEOPLE." " Tho Best People," a three-act comedy written by Avery Hopwood oiut David James, will commence a season His Majesty's Theatre 011 May 14, under the direction of E. J. Carroll. The play deals principally with tho escapades of Marion Lenox, played by Miss Helen Audiffred, and Bertio Lenox, played by Mr. Richard Killers, who aro typical specimens of the younger generation. In spite of wealth and social position, this graceless son and. daughter flaunt all restraint and convention. The l>ov becomes onga to h chorus girl, Alico O'Neill, played by Miss Marion Sterly, and tho girl to an employee of her father. Needless to snv, neither engagement meets with tho approval of th« young peoples' parents, hut, thinking only of their children's happiness, they make tho lit of the situation. Many comic scenes aro provided heforo tho story is brought to a satisfactory conclusion. " Tho Best People," which has established records in New York, London and Sydney, contains much crisp, witty dialogue, and Severn!! emotional scenes give tho performers ample scop« to display their ability, Booking tirrangeinen's tr * advert:;*^!. ROYAL AUCKLAND CHOIR. Tho Royal Auckland Choir will deliver Iho first concert of tho season in th» Town Hall to morrow evening. Solo items will be rendered by Miss Alma McOruer, soprano, and Mr. John Bros, baritone. Tho Moore Sisters, an instrumental trio, will also contribute. Tho choir of 80 voices will render, among other ileitis, the following part-songs: "TIIIO Rough Riders," "Holy Calm and Stillmis#," "Like Fairy Eyes," "Soldier's Rest," "It Was a Lover and His Lass," "Drake's Dream," "Hymn to tho Sun," and "Vintage Song." MUNICIPAL CONCERT. A varied programmo of popular music has been arranged by the city organist, Mr. Maughan Harnett, for presentation in the Town Hall on Saturday everting. Items will bo rendered by Miss Margaret Stoddnrt, violisto, Miss Ina Thompson, vocalist, and Mr. Harnett. Mr. Leo,. Whittaker will be tho accompanist. LIHHARY CONCERT. Tho opening event of tho Grey Lynn Library course will take place this evening with a concert arranged by Mr. Walter Impett, comprising vocal, instrumental and elocutionary items. Th* programme will include contributions by the following:—Misses Veronica Denham, Rena Wilson, Maida Davidson, Nance ( lark, Gladys Walding, Gladys lloskirig, Ruby Moselen, Lila Foley and Rotm MeKlwain, and Messrs. Edward' 11. Foot* I Keith Ramsay, Laurie iStuart, Gilford Hell ami Walter Irripelt.