ENTERTAINMENTS.

New Zealand Times, Volume XXVII, Issue 5732, 30 October 1905, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

"THE WALLS OF JERICHO.” The third uerformance of Sutro’s novel play, "Tho Walls of Jericho,” was given at tho Opera House on Saturday evening before an audience that filled the building in all parts. The opinion was expressed in these columns the other day that the stage is enriched by "The "Walls of Jericho,” and here it may be added that tho New Zealand stage is also the gainer by tho reappearance before the footlights of Mr Herbert Flemming, whoso Jack Frobisher is the chief part in the piece. Not that the play is by any means* a "one-man” drama. In fact, there is a strong cast of characters, among which the Lady Alethca of Miss Beatrice Day and the Hankey Bannister of Air Robert Brough stand out as particularly fine. "Tho Walls of Jericho” will bo repeated to-night and to-morrow night. "NIOBE.” Tho season will terminate on Thursday next. In compliance with general request, Mrs Brough will make her reappearance on the Wellington stage next Wednesday and Thursday nights, when "Niobo” will bo presented, in which the distinguished artiste will be seen in the character with which her name will ever be associated in Australasia, The box plans for "Niobe” will be on view this morning at Holliday’s. HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE. A crowded house witnessed fho'wcekly change of programme presented at His Majesty's Theatre by Fuller’s Entertainers on‘Saturday night. A feature in the bill was the first appearance of Ajax, a trulv remarkable contortionist, who exhibited some astonishing examples of his particular art. He proved to be a marvellous exponent of acts of backbending, and seemed able to twist and turn himself into all sorts of apparently impossible positions. The turn was presented in. a novel and interesting ner and was immensely appreciated. Mr*John Fuller's silvery tenor was delightfully used in “Tho Irish Emigrant aud "My Prottv Jane.” Miss Beatrice English,* tho gifted soprano, sang with great expression the ballad, "Angus McDonald. and later tho operatic excerpt “The Waltz Song” (from "Romeo and Juliet”). Sir Leonard Nelson the clever comedian, introduced some new items, including * f Old Dicky Bird” and "You Won't Always Have.lt,” which gave him full scope for his unique vein of humour. Tic had to add several encore numbers. The serio turns of the Sylvan Sisters proved as popular as over. Miss Golclio Collins song and dance artiste, scored undoubtedly well in her contribution. Miss Alma'Lyndon, the smart serio. was likewise very popular, and Miss Gertie McLeod met with a favourable reception in her numbers. Messrs Ted Stanley and Lloyd wore successful laughter-makers, and Messrs Fred. Stanbridge and Charles Howard were responsible for well rendered solos. The amusing farce Dissection” closed the entertainment. Mr Edgar Collins' orchestra., as usual, rendered excellent service. The same programme goes.on to-night aud following niglits.

THE WESTMINSTER GLEE PARTY. A pleasing selection of items comprised tlie prostamme submitted at tho Theatre Royal on Saturday night bv tho Westminster Glee and Concert 'Party. Every number was received with a liberal hcslowment of applause, and encores were tho rule. The rollicking glee, “Foresters Sound the Cheerful Horn,” was characteristically given Uv the gentlemen of tho party. “Tho Dawn of Day,” a charming partsong, was artistically contributed by the whole* company. Masters Ludlow and Travis evoked'prolonged applause for Cowan’s simple little ditty ■'Violets. Madame Atario Ilooton’s sympathetic^interpretation of “Daises” and “I Wonder” earned an irresistible recall. “Cherry Ripe” was sung by Master Albert Ludtow in ft manner which revived appreciation of the Old English ballads. The humorous part-song. “Poor Thomas Day,” by Messrs Bauhoff, Coward and Bennett, created much amusement. The boys of the party gave ample, proof of careful study and steady training by their part-siiiging of the “House that •Tack Built,” and also "Nursery Rhymes.” Madame Marie Hooton showed exquisite taste in her rendition of tho Old English ballad, “Como Lasses and Lads,” and "Killarney” was added as an encore number. Mr Sterndalo Bennett was warmly applauded for Lohr’s “To My First Love.” Air Percy Coward sang "Oft in the Stilly Night,” with vocal accompaniment. with fine effect. Tho vocal gavotte. "The Queen of France,” as contributed by flic Glee Party, was a masterpiece of melody. Air Dudley Causton convulsed the audience with his humorous musical sketch.

The members of the Pcloiio Operatic Soeietv worn to Upper ILutt on Saturday ni’dit and gave a performance of Hilbert "ami Sullivan’s opera, ’•Pinafore.” There was a till! house, and the affair was successful from all points of view Although tho society has been under heavy expense in producing this opera, with the three performances at I’elon‘e and that held at Upper Ifutt, the finances of (he society are likely to be benefited by tlio production.