ALHAMBRA THEATRE.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 12243, 6 January 1902, Page 6

ALHAMBRA THEATRE.

There was scarcely as good an audience as usual on Saturday night at the Alhambra Theatre. Those who did patronise the vaudeville enlertainmrnt given hy the Dix Gaiety Company could not, however, reasonably' urge that there was any falling off in the quality of the talent. Some interest centred iu the debut ot Miss Cara Dalby, a balladist with a mezzo soprano voice oi fair range and quality, which showed at least that its owner had been well trained. Her first song, "In the twilight,' was well sung, and appealed to the audience so warmly that they emphatically called for more. Miss Dalby. responded with " Coming through the rye,' and while her singing did not leave much to be desired, the effect would have been considerably enhanced had there been less action. Her voice is quite good enough to carry her through for the present, and if she desires to attain success as a ballnclist fhe should rely on Ihc expression she can throw into her voice.rather than by attempting to act her songs, and tlius encroach on the province of the serio. Zobedic, the equilibrist, gave another exhibition, introducing new feats, some of which astonished the members of the local Sandow School who were present in force. Mr E. Fitz sang "Tomorrow will be Friday," and showed his voice to be as robust and true as when he formerly sang the favourite solo in the rob of Father Mtxirne ("La Poupee"). He was readily encored. Mr Bromley sang to an orchestra! accompaniment on Saturday night, but it is open to question whether he does not succeed better pluying his own accompaniments. Mr Frank Yorke appeared in a number of inimitable originalities, and caused endless fun.' The Howard sisters put on a new serio turn that went very well with the audience. These artists also deserve to he complimented for the care and taste displayed in the selection of their stage costumes. Miss Beattie Galardi and Mr Johnny Collins appeared with success, the latter introducing a character song, " Give tuy lovo to Old Ireland." Miss Milly Herberte, Mr Cadzow, and Miss Annette Bodm also were in the good graces of the house, and each in turn was well received. The entertainment concluded with a farce, '' The Carpet Man,' in which Mr Frank Yorke was largely responsible for the amusing situation disclosed. Mr Harry Baxter, descriptive vocalist, already well known in Dtmedin, makes his appearance tonight, while on Wednesday night the attraction will be Lucretia, a specialty dancer and burlesque artist, whom Mr Dix has secured by arrangement with Mr Harry Kickards.