“QUALITY” PERFORMERS

Otago Daily Times, Issue 18542, 1 May 1922, Page 3

“QUALITY” PERFORMERS

H.M. THEATRE, SATURDAY NEXT

Nothing so ambiguous in entertainment has hitherto been attempted as the Costume Comedy Company, to be presented at His Majestjw Theatre for a short season commencing Saturday next, by Southwood’s Ideal Attractions, Ltd. This company, in the presentation of this form of entertainment, use all the arts known to stagecraft, including gorgeous costumes, magnificent stage settings, orchestral harmonies, lighting effects, and various other decorative arts to give colour and sparkle to the happy faces and rich voices of the company of 17 English performers -who compose this brilliant and versatile, combination. Miss Nina Gordon, headlined as the world’s greatest mimic, is making her initial appearance with the company in this city, direct from her English successes at the Palace Theatre (London), where her astounding impersonations of famous stage celebrities, including those of Sir Harry Lauder (which caused Miss Gordon to be popularly known as Harry Lauder in Petticoats), have met with the greatest success. Nina Gordon was favourite entertainer of Her Majesty Queen Mary and the Royal Family, before whom she appeared by Royal command. During her American engagements Nina Gordon was described by _ tho Brookly Eagle as the most wonderful impersonator ever appearing before the public. The first programme to he presented by the “Q. P.’s” is entitled “A Harvest of Humour and Harmony,” which introduces the very latest songs and dances from London and New York, surrounded by smart settings, charming costumes, perfect ensembles, and charming voices. The plan opens at Hut Bristol on Wednesday morning, when seats may be reserved without extra charge.