ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Times, Volume XLVI, Issue 10715, 8 October 1920, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

HIS MAJESTY'S. A thronged audience greeted the riae of the curtain at His Majesty's Theatre last evening, when every item of an enjoyable programme by Fuller s Vaudeville Company was enthusiastically received . There will be a repetition this evening. EMPRESS THEATRE. "The Arizona Cat Claw," which comes to the Empress to-day, with Edythe Sterling as the star, is a drama of the cattle country with a cowgirl as the heroine. The picture abounds with many thiilling situations, enacted against a typical Arizona background. Mis» Sterling is a noted equestrienne, and hat won international fame for her skill on hoibeback. The story is that of a cowgirl whose big heart compels her to help a girl friend who is in trouble. Tho picture is decidedly original, and should not fail to please any audience. The supporting films are exceptionally good, and include Liberty Serial, episode 1!;, Gaumon*. Graphic with more news of Iho world, fnd a New Zealand travelogue. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Showing at Everybody's to-day a strong combination is that ~>i Harry Morey and Betty Blythe in the latest Vitagraph teaturc, "The Man Who Won." Harry Morey is Jhe typical 'strong man," and is equally at home throwing men about or making love to the lissom Betty—not that the latter would be difficult for any man. The story is by Cyrus Townsend Brady, well known*on this side and is a bang-up mystery yarn with, a world of action and suspense. Tho latest number of "The Mystery of 13" will be shown as well as splendid supports. KING'S THEATRE. "She Loves and Lies," the star picturo at the King's, is one of those plays that interests at the start, grows in suspense, and ends with a climax that contains a surprise. Norma Talmadge has the best opportunity of her career for comedy work, nnd shows that she is talented in this line as well as emotional rales. Conway Tearle.her handsome leading man, also has a role well suited to his talents, and is an admirable foil to the fun of the star, and the rest of tho cast is excellent. Altogether "She loves and Lies" is a delightful comedy with an unusually good plot, a vehicle that adds snuch to the reputation of its star. _ The management rlave .been fortunate in securing a second week's engagement with Mile. Irma Caron, the distinguished young French soprano, who was received with much success at her last appearance. Mile. Caron will be. heard in an entirely new programme, and this will be her last appearance" in Wellington. The plan is at the I Bristol. QUEEN'S THEATRE. George Walsh thrilled crowded houses at the Queen's Theatre yesterday, when he appofared in the latest William Fox photodrama, "The. Dead Line," a tale of love and revenge by Paul H. Sloane. The action of this rapidly moving drama takes" one to the mountains of Kentucy; where, hidden in their rocky fflastnessos, air© illicit moonshine stills and tho men of iron w ho run them. The story involves these primitive folk in a deadly feud which gives the star and his support abundant room for the display of histrionic power. George Walsh is the foi-ceful star who enacts the role of a big red-blooded man who does things in a bits way. It is a story of love, and. revenge—but of course .lovo ;,wins over all obstacles.' : Irene Boyle, the leading woman of the play, is a de-'•ligh-tfut: foil -for the' athletic star. "Black Shadows," a charming photoplay produced by William Fox, featuring Peggy Hyland, was also received with genuine enthusiasm. The story has to do with social life in Washington, D.C. It pictures the activities of .the smart set and the adventures which befall a young girl. Miss Hyland, as Marjorie Xang- : don, proves herself quite capable of foiling the plans of a designing villain. The rapidly moving scenes, clever act. ing, .'and. a" strong clement of comecjy make this one of the most entertaining photoplays of the season. OLYMPIA SKATING RINK. The popularity of roller skating is evidenced by the abundant patronage bestowed upon the Olympia Skating Rink, Humber .street, Island Bay, at tho afternoon and evening sessions.

"TRBS BON" FAIR. The Salvation Army's "Tres Bon" Fair was put through another grand opening ytistorday afternoon by Mr Sydney Kirk-' caldie, and came to a cheery termination last evening. As on the preceding day business was very brisk round the stalls, and the afternoon tea rooms were given little rest. Items given, by the Girls' Home choir in tho afternoon elicited universal admiration. The evening session was even busier than previously, and some very interesting "finds" and splendid bargains were received in the grand finale. The evening performers consisted of some of Wellington's leading: amateurs, and their highly ehjoyablo items gave great satisfaction. The patronage. accorded the fair has been most liberal,, and has given the utmost Satisfaction to tha Salvation Army au. thorities. CATHOLIC HOSTEL CONCERT. The programme arranged for the grand benefit concert in aid of the Catholio Women's Hostel next Tuesday at tho Town Hall is a most attractive one. Advantage has been taken of. the Competitions to select winners of the various test pieces. St. Mary of the ..Angels Choir and the Marist Brothers Boy Choir will render chorn:l selections. Miss Mary Glavin, the lady piper, wall play selections, on the. Irish .warpipes. and tho Hibornian Irish Warpipe Band will mako its first public appearance. Masters Jack Waflters and Winston McCaTthv will also appear, whilst Messrs Kevin Dillon and Will Goudie and Misses Jean and Thelma McKenzie will assist.