ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Times, Volume XXXVI, Issue 8186, 30 July 1912, Page 5

ENTERTAINMENTS

THE DANDIES. Those clever and versatile artists known as The Dandies < green; appeared to »avantage m a number of new roles last evening, and the generous applause which greeted their work was _a sure indication of popular favour. There is a sparkuug brightness and zest, combined with consistent good taste, in all tho entertainment given by the Dandies. Afr Joseph Brennan, a monologuist and raconteur of parts, scored a success with ‘‘Devil May Care, ’ in which he impersonated a reckless worlding, He also recited Shakespeare's “Seven Ages of Alan’’ with fine intonation and dramatic effect. Mr Herbert Walton has a good stock of boisterous comedy and works hard in his characterisations. In “Sing Yeo-Ho” ho gave a meritorious sketch of a rollicking mano -warsman, of many strange experiences. The description of a storm, with appropriate din and lightning, was distinctly good. Miss Florence Henderson, a charming soubrettc, again pleased with an excellent variety of tuneful comedy songs and choruses, while Alias Dorothy Alannm;’s rich soprano had ample scope in “Daffodils" and other songs. Several new •solos—including “ily Tiny Firefly" and “The Moorish Maid”—were swctly rendered by Aliss Tessa Byrne. Air George Horton, whose comedy is in an acceptable light vein, made himself popular with such choruses as "Piccadilly, - ” “Don’t Sing Yip-i-addy,” and others, while Air Ken Millar’s strong rolling baas was amply used in “Town o’ Devon” and others. Tho programme includes some good comedy duets and a humorous trio “Three Alcn They Went, a-hunting.” “The Burglar." a sketch by .Messrs Walton and Brennan, was well acted, and provoked much merriment. “The Dandies” will appear nightly. THEATRE KOYAD. Anything smacking of tho unreal, anything out of the ordinary trend- of theatrical attractions, anything that appearsvto bo brought about by phenomenal or supernatural agency lias a never-failing attraction for the public. Thus it was not surprising that when Aladam Zomah mado her first appearance in her thoughtrreading act at tho 'Theatre Koyai last evening nuts popular house of amusement held an whose size and enthusiasm recalled memories of tho “amateur trials.” Madame Zomah justifies in every way the good things that have been said about her by the management, and there was no doubt that at the conclusion of her exhibition tho audience was as mystified as any audience ever becomes. Of course, in the good old fashion, all declared that ‘it must be a trick,” but that declaration did not at ail dispel or even lighten the heavy curtains of mystery that surrounded tho performance. Amid appropriate stage settings, and garbed in the robes of tho Oriental wonder-worker, Aladamo Zomah described with readiness and perfect accuracy all articles presented by sceptic members of the audience. A thick cloth, bound tightly over her eyes, put the poesiof visual agency quite out of the question, and there was certainly no vocal assistance given. She told the dates on watches and the initials on charms, aim told a couple of men who held cards how to play them to get the best results. Throughout, her performance la of the best, and she is well in advance of any artist in the same line that has appeared in Wellington for a long time. The company this week is a good ono, at the head of which are the Brennans, described as the world’s champion clog dancers. Their dancing is remarkably clever, especially that of Air Will. Brennan, who gives a. solus exhibition on a glass pedestal. Emerald and Barton (musical comedy duo) Corrio and Baker (novelty dancers), Edith Harmor, Peggy Koma and Doris Baker are among others who contribute to tho evening’s entertainment. The programme will bo > repeated this evening.

BICKARDS' TIVOLI COMPANY. A strong list of attractions is included in the programme of the Harry Rickards Vaudeville Company commencing at the Opera House to-morrow night for seven nights. Expensive vaudeville acts, from the halls of the principal English, American and Continental circuits, are announced. The playing of Klnaldo, the wandering violinist, is said, in point of artistic excellence - and impressiveness, to be like nothing previously seen here. A Sydney critic declared that Hinaldos rendering of the ‘'Chocolate Soldier waits was preferable to the performance of the same number by any operatic orchestra. Mr Will H. Pox, the musical monologue artist: Miss Monio Mine, a young English comedienne; Blake and Granby, an English comedy duo: Walker and Sturm, raoquot spinners; the Tossing Testros, and Melrose and Men vice are also ill the company. Seats may be booked at the Hrceden. THE NEW THEATRE. The introduction of the elaborate Nor; dslk dramagraph "Love in the Tropics met with signal success at the New Theatre throughout yesterday. The principals are Cecil Brown (a young English manager or a tea plantation), Prof Ula (his Indian maid), and Violet Barry (a charming young English woman). Brown lives in an isolated portion of India, where he longs for a glimpse 1 of England. Profula waits upon him and does her utmost to make Brown forgot his loneliness. Brown is granted six months* holiday, and he weds Profula before taking her to England. On mixing in society Brown realises that he has made a mistake in marrying Profula. He falls in love with Voilet Barry, and while a mixed bathing party are enjoying themselves Violet to in danger of drowning. Brown saves _her life. Profula perceives that her; marriage was a blunder and ends her life in a tragic manner. xhe play is beautifully staged and capably enacted. Love in the Tropics will be supported to-day by new itemls, including a iVitagraph feature drama “The Price of Big Bobs Silence ; "Trip on Lake Constance,” "Fathers Forty Winks," and "Hatred at the Music Halls.' FULLERS’ PICTURES. The usual change of programme by Pullers’ Pictures afforded enjoyment to a numerous audience at the_ Skating Rink, Xngestro street, last evening. , A most complete pictorial treatise upon the life cycle of a racehorse was the theme or ‘.‘■The Sport of Kings.” *nie scenes were taken on the racing stud of Mr John Darling. at Epsom, England. The yearlings, and the full-grown racehorse are seen going through their dally routine, cleaning, grooming, training and racing.. A quaint old Continental city, "Freiburg, took the aud'ence through many strange places and old-fashioned buildings gave an almost mediaeval atmosphere to the surroundings The Kalem Company’s drama ' The Trail of Gold” provided the requisite share of sensationalism. A Mexican loafer steals the hoard of an elderly man, and Is traced by a bog of gold which burst and leaves a fine trail of gold to his house. "Out of the Past" is a tale of a woman who is blackmailed by a man who is foiled by the former's husband.' The Kalem comedy "Pasadena Peach” is a capital laughter-provoker. Other pleasing studies include ‘T'he Mystery of Souls” and "The Laugh on Dad." The programme will be repeated this evening. /

SHOETT’S PICTUEES. The new selection of films shown by Shortta' continuous pictures yesterday afternoon and evening is one of the finest series yet presented. Educative and interesting are "Blackpool" and * Larvae of the Ant.’ In the former study excellent views are obtained of the famous English watering place. Including a remarkable panoramic of the city and' its environs taken from the summit of the- celebrated Blackpool tower. The lion ant examined under the microscope is an attractive lesson in natural history. The programme is strong in dramatic studies prominent In this division being "Nemesis/ ’ a hieh-clasn Tltagraph story. Mr Maurice Costello appears in the leading rolb with his customary artistic grace. "Paying the Price" is a characteristic American drama by the Lnbin Company, the interest of which la woven around a horse-stealing case. The scenic surroundings of this picture are exceptionally fine. A most amusipx comedy is “Chubbs and the. Widow.” Patha’s Australian Gazette abounds in up-to-date topical events. Among tbe remaining items "The Marriage of Billr" and "His Waterloo" are deserving of special praise. ME BOENEO GAKDINEE. AN ENTHUSIASTIC SEND-OFF. The people of Wellington are kind and warm-hearted to those who serve • them well musically. Eecent benefit concerts have amply demonstrated that their patronage is exceedingly generous when the object is a deserving one. Following tte' successful benefits to Miss Eosina Buck-, ■mann and Mr Bobert Parker, came that; tendered last night at the Town Hall to* Mr Borneo Gardiner, a gifted young Nei»i Zealander who seeks scope further abroad] for his undoubted talents as a siffleur.! The large ball held a crowded audience.! I ■ t

whose presence in such numbers must be regarded as a distinct compliment to the beneffriare. Their reception. o£ his efforts, too, was convincing proof that they recognised the genuine merits of his performances. There was some justification, this being a farewell occasion, for his fellow musicians— Savages and Orphans—at the close raising high shoulder high and singing "For he's a Jolly Good rellow and “Auld Lang Syne." Ono can only hope that* this kindly demonstration is a happy augurj' of Mr Gardiner s success further afield.

Mr Gardiner’s own contributions to the programme, as whistling solos, were ’Waltz Song" (German). "Serenade” (Gounod) "L’Ete" (Chaminadc). "The Mocking Bird’,” and a double encore number. In these selections his sweet, rich musical notes were given full play, and if in the future they cam for him as cheering 10cognition as they did last night, men he should be well pleased. The general p:o----gramme was on popular lines. lengthened considerably by the numerous encores. The Wellington Professional Orchestra, under Mr Herbert Bloy’s conductonmp, •lent valuable assistance, playing the "Buy Bias”- overturn (Mendelssohn), “Hungarian Dance' (Brahms), and "Graceful Dance’ (Sullivan). Tue Orphans Club, the Orpheus: Glee Party, the humorous quartet, (Mesais Newton, Kenny, Gardiner, and Parsons), and u/.e instrumental trio (Messrs Truda, Cohen, and Moschini). with orchestral accompaniment, provided very entertaining items, misses Tneiiua Peterson'and Teresa Mclnroe. Messrs B. S. Allwnght, J. carter, ante wood, E. J. Hill, J* Culford 8011, J. A. Doherty, and H. N. Fietcner all afforded the audience great enjoyment by the excellence of their contributions. Miss Amy itemiugton and Mr D. A. Kenny were the accompanists. THE ADELPHI. A picturesque entertainment in a picturesque environment aptly describes the programme of cinematographic gems l rovicted at the Adeipni Theatre last evening. The house was crowded and genuine applause was given to every item. Many and diverse opinions there arc regarding the worth of soenio films in a picture programme, but anyone who sees "The Port of Marseilles" must be convinced that if an- entertainment only comprised subjects ot this description it would be deserving of w.do pati image. This is a splendid 1 coloured picture and was duly appreciated. Pathos is the prominent feature of "A Shattered Life." Good dramatic studios ni'w liiu sdvour of animated photographic programmes, and the subject mentioned is an instance in point. A very topical question at the present time is the discipline and efficiency of tho police of Now Torn. It has been said that In many parts clj that great American city people carry "six-shooters" more as a protection against marauding guardians of the law than against thieves, garotters, and other undesirables of the populace. This may cr may not bo true, but a glimpse of New, Tork’s police on tho screen lorms the, impression that the Yankee "Johns" me a flue set of men and are of a far superior type than what they have been deecnb-, ed as. A surrey of the land covered In tho "Quoru Hunt" produces in one respect a feeling ot sad depression, for hundreds of acres of first-class land are devoid of any signs ot agriculture. However, In so far as It depicts the beauty of the hunting fields, it is a worthy presentation. The other items in the programme are all of an estimable nature, and a number of good pictures will be screened to-night. ■ SACKED CONCERT. This evening, in the Kent Terrace Presbyterian Church, a sacred concert and organ recital will be given. A varied pro- ■ gramme will be presented, • and a colleoi tion will bo made on behalf of the organl funds. Mr W. H. Godier is .organist and choirmaster.