ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXIII, Issue 22578, 17 November 1936, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS

MAJESTIC THEATRE Randolph Scott and Frances Drake are tho players in "Toll of the Road," the excellent film at the Majestic Theatre, which demonstrates tho foolishness of reckless driving and indiscriminate speeding. Scott takes the part of a young police officer whose efforts to reform a young woman (Frances Drake), who has a reputation for recklessness, end in a romance, "Three Cheers lor Love," in which Kleanore Whitney appears, is the second film. CIVIC THEATRE The suave William Powell has heen cast opposite Carole Lombard in "My Man Godfrey," the current film at the Civic Theatre. Discovered as a "down-and-out" with several days' stubble on I)is chin, Powell is transformed by a firm-willed young lady into a very model of decorum and installed in her household as butler. There are amusing consequences when he begins to take control of the family. RECENT THEATRE A delightful blend of music, comedy and romance is presented in "Stage Struck," the Warner Brothers' film, which heads the entertaining programme at the Regent Theatre. Dick Powell is given ample opportunities for his fine singing voice, while .loan Blondell also is outstanding. The several spectacular dancing ensembles presented by over 100 of Hollywood's most beautiful-girls also call for special comment. ST. JAMES' THEATRE In the part of an opera singer admired by two men of widely differing temperaments, Jeanette Mac Donald gives an outstanding performance in the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer production " San Francisco," at St. James' Theatre. Clark Gable and Jack Holt are seen as the rivals for the singer's affections. Another excellent characterisation is given by Spencer Tracy as an Irish priest. PLAZA THEATRE Charles Farrell. leading Hollywood actor, lias the title role in "The Flying Doctor," the current attraction at the PI a/.a Theatre. The setting is Australian and the hero is the original flying doctor of Queensland. A charming Australian, Mary Maguire, and Tom Lurich and Don Bradman are among the supporting players. NATIONAL THEATRE Two thrilling murder mysteries comprise tho excellent double-feature programme now being shown at the National Theatre. Set against the wonderful background of America's famous national park, "Yellowstone," the first attraction, has for its leading players Henry Hunter, Ralph Morgan and Judith Barrett. Edmund Lowe heads the cast in "The Great Impersonation," the screen version of the Oppenheim novel, which also is being shown. Commencing on Friday the impressive film, "Enlighten Thy Daughter," will be screened. The picture deals with a parent's responsibility for his child's wrong-doing. STRAND THEATRE With its story written by the author of the plot of that highly successful film, "The Thin Man," and with the talented young actress Bette Davis in the leading role, "Satan Met a Lady," tho current film at the Strand Theatre, provides excellent entertainment. In many respects similar to its amusing predecessor, the film has the same lightness of touch, yet at the same time it is packed full of thrills. Warren William plays opposite Miss Davis, while Alison Skipworth also is prominently cast. EMBASSY THEATRE Sinclair Lewis' characters have been ideally portrayed in the film version of his book "Dodsworth," at the Embassy Theatre. Travellers will revel in the constant change of scene, from New York to Paris, to Switzerland, Vienna and Naples, and lovers of a good story will be similarly delighted. Dodsworth himself is played with a good deal of understanding by Walter Huston. Ruth Chattorton. as Fran, and Mary Astor as the "other woman" also appear. PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE Guest night concessions will bo available at tho Prince Edward Theatre tonight, when tho entertaining film, "A Passport to Paris," will be shown. Ben Lyon and Sally Filers have the leading roles and there is a talented cast of supporting players. The late Sir Gerald du Maurier is seen in tho thrilling murder mystery, " The Scotland Yard Mystery," which also will bo screened. An excellent selection of shorter films also will be presented. TIVOLI THEATRE An excellent double-feature programme has been arranged for the Tivoli Theatre to-night, when the popular guest night concessions will be available. Lew Ay res and June Knight are the players in the first attraction, " Cross Country Cruise," while in the second film, " I Give My Love," Paul Lukas and Wynn Gibson have the prominent roles. An entertaining selection of shorter films, including a cartoon and one of the " Strange As It Seems" series, also will be screened. STAR CINEMA Another story from the pen of H. G. Wells has been adapted for the screen in the London Films production, "The Man Who Could Work Miracles," which heads the current programme at the Star Cinema. Directed by Alexander Korda, the film reveals the same imaginative treatment and technical skill which were noticeable features of " Things to Come." Roland Young has the leading role. STATE THEATRE A film actress who, when at the height of her fame, suddenly disappears from human ken is the principal figure in " 1 Found Stella Parrish," at the State Theatre. At the head of the cast is Kay Francis, with Sybil Jason, a child player of distinct ability, and George Brent in support. TUDOR CINEMA William Powell and Jean Arthur are the players in the entertaining murder mystery "The Ex-Mrs. Bradford," the main attraction at tho Tudor Cinema to-night. CRYSTAL PALACE AND RIALTO Brilliantly acted, capably directed and superbly photographed, "Under Two Flags," which heads the current programme at tho Crystal Palace and Rial to Theatres, is one of the finest films of the Foreign Legion to be shown in Auckland for some time. Ronald Col-man heads the cast. MAYFAIR THEATRE In addition to a short picture programme, items by the IZM sports announcer, Mr. W. Hindman, and his radio concert party will be given at the Mayfair Theatre to-night. STATE THEATRE, ONEHUNCA "Hell Cat" and "The Love Captive" comprise tho entertaining doublefeature programmo to ho presented at tho State Theatre, Oneliunga, to-night.