AMUSEMENTS.

Oamaru Mail, Volume XLIX, Issue 13903, 3 November 1919, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

HAYWARDS-FULLERS PICTURES. The story of "Infatuation/' to be screened at the Opera House to-night, is that of a flower girl of Parisi whose beauty causes her pursuit by her landlord and others. She is driven to theft on Christinas Eve and seeks refuse at the house, of a benevolent actor who is giving, as is his annual practice, a Christmas dinner to the poor children. Mutually attracted, they ■eventually marry, and it is the persecution of the exflower girl by former admirers that forms the foundation for a powerful and marvellously staged story, with Gabv Deslys in the leading role. There is perhaps no woman in the world of to-day who excites more curiosity in minds both male and female than Gaby, the most famous of all Parisian beauties. The picture is a. wonder of production, and is a rival to such great features as "Intolerance" and the "Birth of a Nation" in magnificence of presentfrtion. It is the greatest and most artistic feature sent to this country for a long time. The glow of romance that surrounds the magic name of Gaby Deslys lends an interest to the picture additional to the natural 'charm and beauty of the star. Everyone wants to see for themselves the wiles, the luxurious gowns, the beauty of the girl who is reputed to have been the cause of a monarch's downfall, and no one will be disappointed. To see her is to believe and understand the wonderful attraction that- has made her climb up the ladder fo fame phenomenal.

ROYAL TOGOS. To describe Uno Togo's tricks is to insult him, for his deftness and celei'ity defy analysis. He has evolved many original tricks, amongst which his juggling with six sticks at once and'with, a suspended tumbler of water are outstandingly, meritorious. His brother as a slack rope walker is hard to beat, and his slide for life is a thrilling act. Both the Togos could keep the Opera House hypnotised for a whole evening, but there are other attractions included in the entertainment, such as Louis Alsace, a master musician, whose instruments include the violin, 'cello, and the Alsacephone. an instrument of his own design and of unique tone, and is an artist who cannot fail to be appreciated. Another smart act is Wendy and Alfonse, a lady and gentleman who give a bright, fresh and unique turn in which song, story and dancing are happily blended. The company will appear for Tuesday evening only. Box plans are at the Bristol.