AMUSEMENTS

Otago Daily Times, Issue 15736, 12 April 1913, Page 12

AMUSEMENTS

KING'S THEATRE. The Kind's Theatre continues to enjoy a big measure of popularity among lovers of vaudeville. Tho presentation of the current programme drew another large house last night and the performance of each of the artists/met With well merited recognition. The Marsdcns, well described as the "Modern Samsons," performed some remarkable feats of strength, tho Fontenoys were heard to advantage in some pretty duets, and " Victor," the magician, and Marsh Little, 'the dramatic sketch artist, each contributed turns which showed them to be masters in their respective spheres. Some capital kinematograph films complete a bright and varied programme, which will bo presented to-night for the last time. HAYWARD'S PICTURES. There was a large attendance of picture patrons at "The Octagon" last evening, when every item, both musical and pictorial was received with pleasure. This, was especially noticeable in tho case of the leading film, " Tho Dawning," a picture drama guperbly staged and convincingly acted. The satne programme will be presented today at 2.30 p.m. and finally to-night. Tho plan is open at Bcggs till 1 p.m., and afterwards at "The Octagon." On Monday "Falsely Accused" will be presented. FULLERS' PICTURES. i The present series of moving pictures being screened at the Princess Theatre is of a varied and attractive nature, and patrons arc assured of an excellent entertainment. Last night the chief dramatic film,'entitled "The Stolen Treaty" again held the attention of tho large audience from beginning to end. The film has been produced by the Nordiek Company, and presents in a comprehensive fashion the ways of international intriguers. " Monkeys and Snakes " is an interesting animal study well worth witnessing. Comic and topical subjects are well represented. The usual matinee will be held this afternoon, and to-night tho final presentation will be made. QUEEN'S THEATRE. The continuous pictures at tho Queen's Theatre attracted large crowds to each session yesterday, the _ attendance during the evening being particularly large. The present programme is an excellent one, and should prove a special attraction to children this afternoon owing to the inclusion of several films.of special interest' to young folks. Tho programme will be repeated this evening for tho last time. CONCERT AT MAORI HILL. A very successful concert was ■ held last night in 'the Coronation Hall. Maori Hill, in aid of the Maori Hill School funds. This was the first occasion on I which a function of this kind has bcon held in the new hall, and its suitability for public concerts was amply proved. In c-pice of the inclement weather tho hall was full, and an excellent programme was provided. Almost every item. was encored, the audience being most enthusiastic throughout. As a result of the cdhcert the school funds should be considerably augmented. At the close of the performance Mr 3. N. Brown, who presided, thanked the performers for their assistance-, and tho audience for its attendance. "THE MONK AND THE WOMAN." "Tho Monk and 'tho Woman," the celebrated play which is causing mch a sensation, will be produced for the first time at His Majesty's Theatre to-night by 'Mr George Marlow's brilhant dramatic company: When first played in Sydney "Tho Monk and tho Woman " caused enormous controversy among the clergv of all denominations, and so as to enable all minister", clergymen, priests, and preachers to witness the production the management gave a_ matinee performance, and sent them invitations to be present. Over 200 availed thcmsclvc;; of the opportunity, and as a consequence tho management ■ received a largo number of letters congratulating tho firm on the production. 'One clergyman wrote; " I hope to express my opinions more in detail in my address next Sunday evening, but moanwliilo I wish you and your peopb to know that a somewhat hardened and cold-blooded critic was much and favourably impressed by the performance. It was (in my view) superior to "Tho Sign of tho Cross," which I saw in London (at Mr Wilson Barrett's special wish), and later, more than once in Sydney." "The Monk and /he Woman" was producd under tho direction of Mr George YVilloughby. A magnificent cart, startling and novel mechanical effects, a beautiful love storv, a ceres .of wonderful spectack-s nnd bril-li-nt costuming are a few of the features of tho production. The booking to date is heavy, and intending patrons would do well to secure their seats immediately. The box plan is on view at the Dresden, and' day sale tickets, for early doors only, may bo secured at Jacobs's. THE MATAUr77?PE BAND AND CONCERT PARTY. A tour of Central Otago by IheMataura ,Pipo Band and Concert Party will commence at Lawrence on Monday night. The company, we are informed, includes the lady champion Highland dancer of New Zealand, together with tho pick of her pupils, and tho winner of tho sopra.no solos at the latest Invoroarrrill Competitions, while the comic element will be represented by an impersonator of Harry Lauder. BRYDONE SKATING RINK. Lovers of the pleasant pastime of skating w:ll be pleased ,to note that the Brvdone Skating llink will be opened for the winter season this evening. Beaumont's Orchestral Band, wthieh proved so'great a success last year; will ho again in attendance.