HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE

New Zealand Times, Volume XLIII, Issue 9958, 30 April 1918, Page 6

HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE

The now programme by Puller’s Vaudeville Company drew a crowded auditorium at His Malesty’s Theatre last evening. Among a number of newcomers tbo Dick and Dorothy Trio took a .prominent place. .They figpred m a “dandy” dancing act that), evoked a storm of applause,'’and' wei-o twice recalled. Their performance was distinctly neat and tastefully arranged, \vyuo Watson, a real comedian, assisted by Miss Ada Smart, presented a most ludicrous burlesque fireman act chat caused roars of laughter. Mr Watson possesses the faculty of compelling merriment with subtlety that stamps _ tno true artist. Another who made his initial, how was Mr Howard Hall, whoso baritone voice is tuneful and is used with considerable effect, sang in excellent Style “Farmer’s Pride ’ and The Village Blacksmith.” Mr Hall appeared in character costume. Mr ‘ C and Miss Maud Courtney scored a .triumph with thoir humorous topical verses in. ill Still Love You,” aud both performers were in big demand for their other contributions, Mr “C’s” smart monologue being particularly popular. Ihe audience thoroughly appreciated the musicianly skill of tho 'lno Classiquo, the Konnedys winning fresh laurels with thoir delightful pianoforte, ’cello, flute and cornet selections. Agile dancing, captivating ditties, and smart patter by Kelly and Drake, the American duo, resulted in a well-merited double encore. Mr Kelly’s dancing places him. in a class of his own. A« a change Mac Lean and Lee staged a lively comedy playlet, “Her Brother’s Clothes. which afforded much amusement. Sergeant Copeland au<l his clevor littlo boy a£ ai n fied everyone with their remarkable thought-reading “turn.” Mr Ward Lear, a comedian who is original to a dogroe; Vosto and Jullyan. dancers, jugglers, and comedians; jjid tho Lallancuios complete the bill. Tho company will appear again tins evening.