Page 5 Advertisements Column 1

New Zealand Times, Volume LXXIV, Issue 4871, 24 January 1903, Page 5 (Supplement)

The recent benefit performance at the Princess's Theatre, Melbourne, m aid oi the distressed actors' fund "'as a great Simeons from a social and charitable point of'view. Gratuitous service was Riven by evcrvono concerned and tho Public responded with an enthusiasm which found instification in other reasons than the excellence of tho. object. Madame Melba's offer of assistance was suihcient inducement to secure a full house at enhanced prices, and the programme m other respects was varied and attractive. The rifted priuia donna sanß tho mad scene?! om Ambroise Thomas's “Hamlet '' a magnificent performance, which on the concert platform has always tnnlled her audience, and which on this occasion aad tho additional advantage of appropriate accompaniment. It was a splendid illustration of tho perfection of, vocalism. Miss isollio Stewart played in one act from Hadden Chambers’ now drama "A Modern Magdalen.'' on which critical lodgment may De reserved till .a. more favourable opportunity is Riven for arrivimr at a correct conclusion. Tho remainder of the programme was a diverse medley of contributions from all phases of theatrical effort. Tho Concrhlan remedy Company- is at present touring Tasmania to indifferent business. The 'repertoire of the combination includes “Hr. Bill." "The Arabian Niadits” —produced as “Tho Circus Girl” —“Sapho,” and “The Shaughratm.”