ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXX, Issue 21493, 17 May 1933, Page 15

ENTERTAINMENTS

PLAZA THEATRE Thrilling entertainment is provided at the Plaza Theatre, where " The Flying Squad " is attracting appreciative audiences. Films based on the novels ol the late Edgar Wallace are ahvays welcome for invariably they are entertaining. " The Flying Squad " is no exception and is replete with exciting incidents. The story,, which is splendid film material, records the etl'orts of the " flying squad," the mobile force of Scotland Yard, to combat the machinations of an international " dope ring." The leading part is played by Harold Huth, of " The Outsider." Novel shorter attractions are presented. " THE KING'S CUP " Acclaimed by overseas critics As the best aviation iilm of the year, "The King's Cup" will have its initial presentation at the Plaza Theatre on Friday. The plot revolves round the King's Cup air race, one of the most popular aviation events in Britain, and the race is depicted with a vivid realism which is enhanced by clover photography. Dorothy Bouchier, who will be remembered for her inspired acting in "Carnival" and "The Blue Danube," is charming as the heroine, while Harold Milton is splendid as a young pilot. Dorothy Bouchier is cast as Betty Conway, an assistant in a gramophone shop, who joins a private aero cluo at the instigation of Dick Carter (Harold .Milton), a flying instructor. After teaching the girl the rudiments of (lying, the instructor crashes and is relegated to the position of ground engineer by Captain Richards, the chief instructor of the club, who is jealous of I he.other man's interest in Betty Conway. Qualifying for her pilot's certificate, the girl enter? for the King's Cup air race, selecting Carter as her navigator. The plot takes n dramatic turn when the girl faint? during the and Carter takes over the controls. There is a thrilling climax. ST. ' JAMES' THEATRE Although it is in the second of its season, " Prosperity " continue; to enjpy a popular season at St. James - Theatre. It is an excellent Jilm, witl moments of drama and comedy. Marie Dressier, who appears as the presidenl of a bank in a small American town dominates the production, but aceom plished performances come from tin supporting players. Polly Mo ran ap pears as Mario Drossier's rival,- ant Anita Page and Norman Foster pjo vido the subsidiary romance. "GRAND HOTEL" One of the most distinguished cast: over assembled on the screen appears ii ." Grand Hotel." the talking pictun version of Vicki Baum's celebratei story, which will have its initial pros ontation at St. James' I heat-re on Kri day. Greta Garbo appears as Grusins kaya, the danger; Joan Crawford give; a splendid interpretation of Iho typist John Barrvniore makes a dis<inguishei baron; ami Lionel Barry more gives : sincere a'nd life-like portrayal tin pathetic Kringelein. Wallace Beery ap pears as the clumsy Rreysing. Althougl the action of the film is completer within .'36 hours, all the drama of lif< in a large hotel is vividly presented c< Grand Hotel " is a .brilliant pioduc tion. Even the minor players arc dis tinguished, and include Robert Mc Wade, Tullv Marshall and Frank Con roy. ThC director was Edmund Gould ing. I * ! | REGENT THEATRE i Marta Eggcrt, a new Continenta I actress, and" Owen Nares, are the lead > incr pi a vers in "Where Js J_ li is JLcid^y; the tuneful British musical comedy which is captivating patrons of tin Kegont Theatre. Produced m the 'Sun shine Susie" tradition. Where Is J-hi. Lady?" is splendid entertainment anc there is not a dull moment. The support inf. attractions include items oil thi errand organ by Knight Barnett. "Wed ding Rehearsal" will bo shown for tin first time at the Regent Theatre or Friday. It is a notable film acted by a notable cast. There are Roland Young, whose type of comedy is always popular, Lady Tree, and George Grossnnth. Ihe dialogue is very witty and there is not a superfluous line. The plot is intriguing and relates how a gallant guardsman, threatened with marriage, marries off al his friends to retain his own freedom There is an unusual sequel. Splendic supporting attractions will be screened. STRAND THEATRE Dan Flood is very comical as Widow Twankey in "Aladdin," the pantomime which is attracting large audiences tc the Strand Theatre, where it is presented at the afternoon sessions. Other players are Bettina Edwards, Doreen O'Leary, Rudall Havward, Hedlam Greenhow, Tlioral Keefe and Kalhleeil Bull, and there are .'lO juveniles. There is also a splendid picture programme. "Shanghai Express" is the first attraction, and the film is notable for the inspired acting of Marleno Dietrich, (.'live Brook and Warner Oland also appear. The second attraction is "Bulldog Drummond," the picturisation of "Sapper's" well-known novel. It is an excellent melodrama. NATIONAL THEATRE A delightful musical score is incorporated in "Sleepless Nights," the entrancing British musical comedy, which is enjoying a successful season at the National Theatre. Stanley Lupino is responsible for some hilarious comedy in tho role of a young reporter who is sent to Nice:to interview an American millionaire. Arriving at the millionaire's hotel, the reporter is involved in a series of compromising situations in which the millionaire's daughter is also concerned. Polly Walker appears as the daughter. "Insult" (Elizabeth Allen) and Zane Grey's "Tho Border Legion," will be presented at tho theatre on Friday. LONDON THEATRE Gene Gerrard, the principal of "My Wife's Family," appears in "Brother Alfred," the current attraction at the London Theatre. PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE Henry Kendall is tho principal in "Mr.' Bill * ,in Conqueror," the main film at the Prince Edward Theatre. CAPITOL THEATRE Tho attraction at the Capitol Theatre is "Blondie of tho Follies" (Marion Da vies). BRITANNIA THEATRE John Boles is the leading player in "Back Street," which is being screened with " The Wickham Mystery " at the Britannia Theatre. TUDOR CINEMA " Sherlock Holmes " (Give Brook) heads to-day's programme at the Tudor Cinema. LYRIC THEATRE " Vanity Fair " (Myrna Loy) will be screened during the "guest night" entertainment at the Lyric Theatro this evening.

GREY LYNN CINEMA The films at the Grey Lynn Cinema aro " The Love Waltz and Lonely Wives " /Edward Everett Hortoii).

ROXY AND TIVOLI THEATRES The initial presentation will be given at the Ro'xy and Tivoli Theatres today of two splendid Western dramas. They ~re "Treason" and "The Cheyenne Kid." Buck Jones, who gave such a virile performance in "The Sundown Rider," is sceu in a similar role in "Treason." It is one of the most exciting Western productions to reach the screen and will hold the interest from the exciting opening scenes until tho gripping climax. It has been skilfuljy directed. Tom Keene. who has appeared in many R.K.0.-Radio films recently, i enhances his reputation 111 "The Cheyenne Kid," the second film. Included in tho cast are Roscoe Ates, "tho stuttering comedian," and Mary Mason, who gives a sympathetic portrayal as the heroine. Tom Keene is east as Tom Flint, an accomplished horseman, who wius a rodeo competition after a thrilling and spectacular battlo with a horse, and incurs the animosity of a, notorious gambler, Tate, a. role in which Anderson Lawler_ is suitably sinister. There is a sensational denouement. CIVIC THEATRE Paul Muni gives an intensely dramatic portrayal in " 1 Am A Fugitive," which is attracting large audiences to the Civic Theatre. The actor is cast as James Allen, a returned soldier with a ! passion for engineering, who is irino- ! cently involved in a crime and sentenced to imprisonment in a penal camp in Georgia. The treatment of tho prisoners is harsh and the punishment for miiioi offences drastic. Driven to desperation, Allen makes a thrilling escape and goes to Chicago, where, he becomes a prominent engineer. However, lfis identity is unmasked and the film ends 011 a note of drama. A " Fatty " Arbuckle comedy is also presented, while Rene Rich gives .selections on the violin. "SAILOR'S LUCK." Sally Filers and James Dunn, the captivating pair of " Bad Girl and " Dance Team," appear together again in " Sailor's Luck," the. entertaining comedy-drama which will begin a season at the Civic Theatre on Friday. As an American sailor, James Dunn has a role ideally suited to his personality and gives' a splendid performance, while Sally Filers has never been more charming than as the sailor s sweetheart. Samniv Cohen, tho awkward douglibov " of " Tho Gay Ketreafc, # is also in'the cast. " Sailor's Luck " is bright entertainment. , MAJESTIC THEATRE Wallace Becrv, the actor of "Min and "Bill " "Hell Divers," and, more recently, "The Champ," is convincing m "Flesh," the outstanding Metro-Gold-wyn-Maver production . now being screened at the Majestic Theatre, Karen Morlev, the fascinating actress of "Arsene Lupin," plays opposite Wallace Beerv and the other players include Jlicardo Cortex and Jean Hersholt. EPSOM REGENT THEATRE A charming performance by Renate Muller, the actress of "Sunshine Susie," is a feature of "Marry Me," now at the New Regent Theatre, Epsom. CRYSTAL PALACE AND RIALTO Owen Nares and Jessie Matthews make a captivating pair in "There Goes the Bride," the main film at the Crystal Palace and Rial to Theatres. There is an entrancing musical score. 'GERMAN CLUB'S CONCERT Although seriously handicapped by the loss of a portion of their musical library in a recent fire, the German Club gave a very successful concert in the Lewis Eadv Hall last evening. There was a large and appreciative attendance. The programme opened with the rendering of "The Gladiator's Farewell" by the orchestra, under the baton of Mr. Henry Engel. Then followed renderings of "II Guarany" (Carlos Gomez) and a wait?: by Joliann Strauss, "Tales From the Vienna Woods." Two songs, "Sapphic Ode" and "There 'Mong the Willows" (Brahms), 6ung. by Miss Ida Walker, soprano, were well received. Other selections by the orchestra included "March Hongroise" (Hector Berlioz) and Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2." Mr. P. Dawson, baritone, contributed a ballad and a humorous song. A one-act comedy entitled "Snowed Up With a Duchess," was also presented. Dancing was held 'at the conclusion of the concert. COMMUNITY SINGING A community singing gathering, the proceeds of which will be devoted to unemployed relief funds, will be held in the Town Hall this evening. The IYA Orchestra will be in attendance and several talented local artists will assist. The entertainment will begin at 7.30. UNIVERSITY PLAY The Auckland University College students' production, "Jubilade," by J. A. E. Mulgan, will be presented in the Town Hall concert chamber for a season of six nights. The initial performance will be given on May 24. Mr. J. A. S. Coppard is the producer.