ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXV, Issue 20024, 14 August 1928, Page 13

ENTERTAINMENTS.

"SCANDAL. *5 At His Majesty's Theatre to-night, Mr. Loon Gordon and tlje talented J. C. Williamson supporting company, which includes tho fascinating actress, Miss May Collins, will make their final appearance hero in a revival of the charming and very daring comedy "Scandal." the production of which in Sydney recently created a furore. In Wellington it at; traded even larger audiences than "The Trial of Mary Dngan," The success of the revival of "Scandal" is said to be due to the brilliant acting of Mr. Gordon and Miss Collins in the characters of Pelham Franklin and Beatrix Vanderdyke respectively. Features of the revival will bo the scenery and the dresses of the principal ladies. The company will leave for the South to-morrow. REVUE AT ST. JAMES'. Revue of a bright typo is presented at the St. James' Theatre this week by the "League -c»f Notions" Rcvno Company. Mr. Syd. Beck, the principal comedian, keeps the audiences heartily amused. He possesses much more than ordinary ability, and makes the wryesfc faces, assumes the funniest postures and says the most absurd things, all in a manner to convulse the audiences with laughter. Ho is ably assisted by Ernie Paulasto, and together they make a most popular pair of clowns. Linn Smith's Jazz Band has proved a most talented combination. They specialise in the cornic aspect of jazz aud the results are distinctly pleasing. Excellent work is performed by a dainty ballet and the specialty dancing of Valerie Rougal and Bert Rayne. Vocal contributions of a high standard ai - e made by Mike Connors, Queenie Paul and Les Pearce. Various other artists assist to make tho whole revue an excellent entertainment. Booking aiTangements are advertised . MAJESTIC THEATRE. Comedy predominates in the programme at present being shown a + the Majestic Theatre. Karl Dane and K. Arthur appear in "Circus Rookies," a burlesque of circus life. They have appeared recently with considerable success in "Rookies" and "Baby Mine." Dane is seen as an animal tamer in charge of a giant gorilla, while Arthur is an enterprising newspaper reporter, who joins the circus on his dismissal from the country paper where he formerly worked. Enmity springs up between the pair and the efforts of Dane to lure his rival into cages full of lions and before the target of a knive-thrower form the basis of the plot. Louise Lorraine, who appeared in their pi'evious successes, has the leading feminine role. A splendid supporting programme is headed by Madge Bellamy in "Soft Living." REGENT THEATRE.

Based on the popular musical comedy success of the same name, "Tip Toes," at present being shown at the Regent Theatre, combines English and American types of humour in an hilarious manner. An interesting story concerns the trials and adventures of "Tip Toes," and Al. and Hen. Kay, American vaudeville performers stranded in London. Dorothy Gish, who ranks as one of the most popular screen comediennes, is seen as the girl, the other two Kays being played by Nelson Keys, the famojs English stage comedian, and Will Rogers, the great American humorist. Finding themselves without engagements, the three performers are at a loss how to roach Broadway again. Their subsequent actions provide many situations full of comedy. On the stage numbers will be given by Meazza and Adrienne, two graceful dancers who have met with much success.

STRAND THEATRE. 'Attractive comedy is provided by Mary Pickford in her latest film, "My Best Girl," at present being shown at the Strand Theatre. She lias the role of a young shop-girl who falls in love with the son of her employer. Unfortunately for her, the wealthy young man is working in his father's establishment under an assumed name, in order to learn the business thoroughly. A love affair with many complications develops and there is much humour in the conflict between the comparatively poor family of the young girl and the wealthy parents of her fiance. The end is satisfactory. An entertaining prologue will be presented by Mdlle. Valeska's ''Tiny Tots" ballet, who will be remembered for their appearance with "The Circus." During the screening' of "My Best Girl" the Strand Orchestra, under Eve Benflcv, will play a speciallyarranged score. RIALTO AND EPSOM REGENT. The trapping of Englishmen by Chinese and rescue at the last moment from the most unexpected of all sources, the air, makes "The Flight Commander," now showing at the Rialto and Epsom Regent Theatres, a film of remarkable interest. Although the picture opens in England, much of the action takes place in China, scenes in the recent political disturbance, with its prolonged and savage fighting, being shown. The repeated attacks of Chinese upon a wireless station operated by Englishmen form the central theme of a succession of incidents in China. The rescue, performed at the critical moment, is made by largo troop-carrying aeroplanes, led by Sir Alan Cobham, whoso feats in the air need no comment. Comedy is provided by the antics of three sailors of different nationalities, who cannot appreciate the Eastern outlook on life, and are consequently continually coming info conflict with tho Chinese and their conventions. A second attraction will be "Tho Law of tho Range," a stirring story of outdoor life. Tim McCoy and Joan Crawford head an excellent cast of popular players. LYRIC AND EMBASSY. Novel feats of strength and skill are performed by Sydney Dan, who is presenting an unusual act at the Lyric and Embassy Theatres this week. He holds a thick iron bar between his teeth and permits it to be bent almost in a semicircle Another sensational feat involves tho battering by a sledge-hammer of a large block of stone placed on his chest. This is followed 'by demonstrations of glass-eating and of escaping" quickly from a strait-jacket. The picture programme at both theatres is headed by the photoplay, "Are You Fit to Marry?" The other attraction is "The Demon Rider," featuring Kon Maynard and his horso Tar?,an. TUDOR THEATRE. Tho oil swamps of Southern Mexico form a background for much stirring action in "The Showdown," featuring George Bancroft, which will commence showing at the Tudor 'lheatre, Remuera, this evening. Tho second feature on the programme is the screen presentation of Oscar Strauss' gay operetta, "The Last Waltz." Tho story is a romantic one of love and intrigue in a mythical Balkan kingdom and concerns the rivalry of a Crown Prince and his aide for tho princess of a neighbouring country. An excellent supporting programme will bo screened. SCHOOL CONCERT. The pupils of tho Mount Albert Grammar School will hold their annual concert in the Town Hall this evening, A varied programme will bo submitted mid all the performers will bf> members of the school. Tho proceeds in ftki of various school nciti^itiei..