ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Times, Volume XLII, Issue 9721, 25 July 1917, Page 8

ENTERTAINMENTS

“VERY GOOD, EDDIE.” The introduction by- Messrs J. and N. Tait of their now musical comedy company, which commences a tenniglits’ season in the Grand Opera House on Wednesday, August Bth, is creating considerable interest, and, judging by tho high artistic merit of the firm’s previous attractions, this, their most recent venture, may be expected to reach their usual high standard. The company wa s specially selected by Mr B. J. Tait during’his recent tour of America. In the search for principals no expense has , been spared to secure tho very best, and tlio company, with three exceptions, is composed of entirely new artists .to this country. 'The principal comedian, Mr Barry Lupino, was induced to cancel his American contracts, in order to accept engagement with Messrs J. and N. Tait, and it is safe to say that his will bo a welcome reappearance. Another favourite is Mr Andrew Higginson, whose delightful performance of Danilo in “The Merry Widow’’ will no doubt be remembered by playgoers. Miss Fayette Ferry and Miss- Lilian Tucker, are both artists of tho highest repute in America, and in Australia made an instantaneous success. Tho company’s first production,, is “Very Good, Eddie,” which is described : as the smartest of all musical comedies, and the first six nights of tho season will bo devoted to that piece. It is claimed that “Very Good, Eddie,” in addition to a bright story, abounds with clever comedy, melodious numbers, original ballots and stage settings and dressings on a most lavish scale. For the remaining four nights of tin* season “The White Chrysanthemum,” a musical tale of Japan, _ which had a phenomenal run at the Criterion Theatre, London, and has just concluded a lengthy season in Melbourne, will be presented. The- box plan for tho first six nights of the season opens at the Bristol on Thursday, August 2nd- ’ THE NEW DANDIES. Mr Edward Branscombe is well known throughout New Zealand for" the-excel-lent quality of the entertainments that he has from time to time presented to tho public, and the Orange Dandies, a new combination under the ’ management of Mr J. Hopkins, axe no exception to the rule. Each evening the Concert Chamber is taxed to it s utmost to accommodate an appreciative audience. Every, item goes with a swing that is most exhilarating and refreshing. The voices of the artists have more than ordinary merit, and interspersed with the vocal items is a vein of light comedy and humour that imparts zest to a thor. oughly enjoyable entertainment. • HIS MAJESTY'S. Fullers’ Vaudeville Company, enter--, tained a numerous assemtuace c Majesty's Theatre last evening. Among the chief contributors to a bright arid varied programme are tho Eoylo Trio, Billv and Doris, Boss and Dell, the Tiny Tots, the Musical Tbsons, Baron, and Maud Fanning, with the Elliot bisters. There will be a repetition this evening. “INTOLERANCE.” j Two presentations of the great fourfold storied picture film "Intolerance’ were given at the King’s ■ Theatre yesterday to crowded audiences. The greatest enthusiasm was shown in regard to the historical spectacles shown, and the modern American pathetic narrative so wondefully interwoven amidst ’tho classic examples of intolerance was watched throughout its development .with...the greatest interest. . It could not but be acknowledged that as an illustration of what is possible in moving phetograohy "Intolerance” is wellnigh unexampled. In construction it shows a supreme effort of the master mind of D. W. Griffith, one of the foremost creators in tho picture world. As to whether in this wonderful piece of work there is anything to take exception to on the score of the moral effect on an audierice must be left to. the impressions foriied by individuals. Those who are searching for impurity - may dwell unduly! upon one or two transient suggestions of sensuality. But for the most part the play of “Intolerance’’ has one great motive, and that is “Love thy neighbour as thyself”— Christ’s injunction. Its general bear, ing must outweigh all other considerations. Matinee and evening performances will continue throughout the week.- .

THE EMPRESS. “I'll teach you the language of love," says the young lord when he is persuading Kitty Mackay to teach jnim the telegraph code. “Hoots,” says Kitty, “a woman body is born, knowing that.” “Kitty Mackay,” a Vitagraph play, in which dimpled Lillian Walker plays the name part, .is one of the most delightful pictures of the year. Full of Scots humour and containing a most unique plot and romance, it is not surprising that seating accommodation is at a premium each evening. The second story of “The Iron Claw” is even more thrilling than the first. EVERYBODY'S. “The Argyle Case,” a detective drama whose scale of production is far above the usual run of such' pictures, forms the chief attraction here. Robert Warwick has the role of Kayton, a detective, whose efforts to trace the murderer of John Argyle, a multi-million-aire, provide a most thrilling story. The picture shows in a most wonderful way the mauuer in which modern science has been brought into the service of those engaged in the detection of crime. The detectaphouo and the dictophono are among the most interesting of the electrical devices illustrated. “Our Fighting Forces” shows America’s preparations (and lack of these) in entering , the war. CROWN THEATRE. The change to-night at the popular Crown Theatre is an exceptionally strong one. featuring tho popular screen favourite, Bessie Barriscale, who plays an almost supernatural dual part of tho Twin Sisters in a wonderful photoplay, “Tho Snarl." Depicting a most realistic story, ‘.The Snarl” is set amiefst beautiful scenery, the famous scene from the grand opera “Faust” being specially staged for the production. TILVMWAY^ENTEBTAINERS. Owing to numerous requests, the Tramway Entertainers have decided to hold another concert at St. Thomas's Hail, Newtown, on Thursday. The net proceeds of their initial performance' (£63 4s 4-Jd) for the widow of the late Conductor Burborougb, speaks well for their efforts. The proceeds of Thursday's concert will be devoted to the troupe fund.