AMUSEMENTS.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 16519, 20 October 1915, Page 10

AMUSEMENTS.

PRINCESS THEATRE. The admirable programme of vaudeville that constitutes the current entertainment at the Princess Theatre delighted another large audience last- evening, and enthusiastic appreciation was frequently expressed. M'Connell and Austin, in their trick' cycling feats, again scored a distinct as did also Phil Percival in his musical and comedy work. The various other' artists_ were well received. The same company will reappear this evening. HAYWARD'S PICTURES. A programme that ensures general enjoyment to picture-goers is that being submitted just now at the Octagon Theatre. Drama, comedy, war snapshots, and educational subjects are comprised in the series, of which prominenco is given to a humorous domestic comedy based on feeling engendered by the current mighty .European conflict The same films will be screened this evening. QUEEN'S THEATRE. The second episode in the "Million Dollar Mystery" is the central attraction of the programme on view at' the Queen's Theatre, and it is meeting with the hearty approval of patrons. An excellent topical budget and a well-arranged series of supporting subjects complete an excellent bill that will be presented again to-day. PLAZA PICTURES. The Plaza Theatre was well patronised yesterday afternoon and last evening, and on each occasion patrons were convulsed with merriment at the antics of , Charlie Chaplin, whose comicalities have proved a big draw for the current programme. The supporting items are varied and ing. The programme will be finally screened this evening. KING EDWARD THEATRE. The new programme at the King Edward Theatre, which was to have been presented on Monday, arrived too late, for production in r the evening, and was presented yesterday, when, notwithstanding coid weather, there were good attendances at each session. The "starred" picture was that entitled "War," and, although the title would suggest that it was a reproduction of events in connection with the present crisis, it really is not. It is a story ol a feud which sprang up between a French and a German family, who lived close to each other, shortly alter the outbreak of hostilities. It <is a somewhat absurd production in relation 'to its title, but possibly those connected with the film business were obsessed with the sole idea to effectively advertise their business. That it has had good results ie obvious from the attendance at the King Edward Theatre last night. The story has to do with a love affair between a son and daughter of the respective families, a romance which causes a great deal of trouble. All manner of tricks are resorted to with the object of stopping what is regarded as an unholy alliance. However, the young; couple have their own way, in the end, and the national strife alleged to be responsible for the feud is forgotten in the solemnising of the nuptial rites. The pandemonium which holds sway during the early portion of the picture is of a very humorous character. The other films are of an intensely interesting character, particularly the "Gaumont Graphic," which comprises various events connected with the European war. The views are exceptionally fine. These pictures will be presented again to-day. GRAND THEATRE. "The Secret of the Sea"—the headliner in the current picture—is proving a big draw this week, and its presentment at each session yesterday was greeted with waan approval. ' Several good comedies, the Eclair War Journal, and other items proved very entertaining, and will bo repeated at each session to-day and also this evening. "FLIGHT-COMMANDER BOBBY." The Rev. C. 11. Allen's "musical morality" " Flight-commander Bobby " was staged for the last time at the King's Theatre last evening, when thero was another largo audience. Tho dainty fairy play was again most capably presented, and the applause was unstinted throughout. "THE GIRL IN THE" TAXI." The box plans for the musical comedy "The Girl in tho Taxi," to open a fournightj season at His Majesty's' Theatre on .Saturday—for the back stalls, orchestral stalk, and dress circle—will bo opened at the Bristol Piano Company's premises this morning. An Australian contemporary, commenting on a recent performance* of the comedy, says that tho- cost is an extensive one, and tho gratifying feature of the performance was the uniform excellence pf the artistry. The star role of Suzanne was sustained by Miss Violet Collinson, a most vivacious and accomplished operatic artist. As an exponent of the "loneliness cure" she excelled in every respect. It has been noted against those who have essayed the role of Suzanne that they have invariably lacked tho capacity to suggest maturity, but in tho easoof Miss Collinson her versatility is so pleasing that criticism on that score would be entirely captious. Her beautiful voice, charming manner, graceful dancing, and all-round "pleasantness" aro as irresistible to audiences n» they am to poor Hubert. In that difficult role, Mr D. B. O'Connor, is seen nt his best. Miss Ida Le-ggatt also has a reputation which is more than sustained by her interpretation of tho role of Jacqueline, her fine voice being henrd to groat advantage, a particularly enthusiastic encore in one instance indicating the apprenition of her audience. Messrs George Franklyn. Manr"™ Rosenthal. F. Haininp (comedians). Will Evernrd (tenor). Berty Nicolson. and Mi=srs Cl ; ff, Palmer, and Althea Hyde arc other nrincioals who contribute to the 1 success of the comedy. ■' COLDS ON THE CHEST. "My little son was a great sufferer from bad colds on the chest," says Mr Gronow, Station street. Seymour, Vic. "At times he was so bad that ho. would be just choking for breath, and nothing I tried for him seemed to give him relief. I was recommended to try Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, and in one night I noticed an improvement. Now I give it to him as as soon as I sec any signs of a cold, and lie is coon all right again. I would not bo without a bottle of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy in my home." Sold everywhere.