“PRIMROSE,” THE DELIGHTFUL

New Zealand Times, Volume LIII, Issue 12424, 19 April 1926, Page 4

“PRIMROSE,” THE DELIGHTFUL

A GREAT CAST. OPENING TO-NIGHT. Writes a leading contemporary of “Primrose/' the brilliant j. C. Williamson musical play to be seen for the first time in Wellington, commencing to-niglit at the Grand Opera House: It is doubtful if' for many years so many important artists have been seen together as in “Primrose.” The cast fairly bristles with favourites. The name of Mr George Gee is a household word with playgoers. This versatile and highly-popular comedian will be seen as the volatile Toby Meopham— a part in which his special attainment should have splendid range. Miss Margerv Hicklin, an English comedienne of prominence, will make her first appearance. This clever artist will be seen as Joan, a part she created and played for twelve months in Loudon in association with the famous comedian Leslie Henson. Another popular comedienne is Miss Dorothy Lena—(of “Leave it To Jane” fame). Miss Lena will be seen as “Pinkie Peach”—a leading soubrette part possessing manifold opportunities. A comedian of proved ability and merit is Mr Jack Cannot* Much excellent humour may be anticipated in bis characterisation of Michael, the ex-pugilist, Miss Rosie Le Varde has made herself extremely popular in many Williamson productions, and will play the important role of Lady Sophia Meopham. In addition to these brilliant principals others who hold responsible positions in a long cast are Messrs Leyland Hodgson (Hilary Vane), Hugh Steyne (Freddie Falls), Harry Wotton (Sir Benjamin Falls), Fred McKay (managed of hotel), Jack Testro (Jason), and Misses Reita Nugent (May Hooker), Winnie Tate (Maisie), Gracie Fraser (Margie). . One of the big<features of this big entertainment is the wonderful lighting effects. These are the patent of the famous Samiloff—and are said to be of an astonishing nature. The box plans are at the Bristol Piano Company, and day sales at the Opera House Confectionery. “Prinrose” will be played lor six nights, the season concluding with the performance oh Saturday night next.