AMUSEMENTS

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LV, Issue 17453, 30 December 1930, Page 5

AMUSEMENTS

MAJESTIC THEATRE Unlike many reeent talking films, “The Melody Man,” showing for the last time at the Majestic, to-night, although a musical picture, does not rely on catchy song numbers, colorful stage settings and a galaxy of girls. On the contrary, the stage and its people ■have nothing to do with the action or the plot of “The Melody Man.” The battle that is being waged between the classics and jazz is the basis of the plot. A pretty romance is interwoven. “The Melody Man” has several scenes in technicolor, and some brilliant orchestral smd piano selections are played. Rttth Chatterton, admittedly ono of the greatest dramatie artists of the present day", once again will be seen and heard in Gisborne when “ Sarah and Son,” a Paramount dramatic production, is presentod.at the Majestic to-Morrotv, commencing at the matinee. Ruth Chattertdtf is said to exceed all her previous /characterisations in the role of Sarah, the mother. “Sarah and Son” is the story of a woman’s courageous battle against almost overpowering ■ odds. Her baby son is taken from her. Her husband deserts her/ - But she sets a high ideal for hetself and bf a valiant, struggle finally accomplishes her ambition, and wins' romance dfid reunion with her lost child. Her three leading men. Frederic March, Gilbert Emery and Fuller Mellishpjun.) as well as Philippe de Lacy, as her small sort, are seen in splendid roles. The supports include episode No. 3 of “Tarzan the Tiger” serial; “The Dresden Dolls,’ a dancing and singing speciality; “Fire Bugs,” talking cartoon; “The Bruce Singers” in several songs; and “The meek Mr. Meek,” comedy. i: THE REGENT No matter how many boys a gn’l may have, she' can: only choose one of t hem at a time for her husband, even in America; But when the fascinating Jerry chose to marry Ted from among her admirers she had no thought of later lovers, and sh«~ meant* hifri to be her mate for life and'swore her marriage Vows in deepest faith. The third anniversary, of their weddihg finds them in all happiness until a. few friends calling in congratulatory mood bring with them Janice to tho flat-' And when Jerry goes to help her husband mix drinks for the party she finds the unexpected visitor with her arms about his neck. Tetl admits his unfaithfulness, but urges his mail’s code that ‘‘it didn’t ’mean a thing,” and he stilt loves Jerry. She seeks solace in other men’s company, atid- Ted leaves Jerry, a divorce is granted, and both set out singly to forget. Paul; ' who was among the ‘‘also fans” when Ted won Jerry, asks Jerry to go away to Japan with him. leaving behind his'wife, whom lie married because he ruined her beauty driving his car over a bridge’ in drunken recklessness. Jerry agrees until Dorothy, the disfigured wife, uncovers her better nature with a plea for a more honorable course. Then she decides to win back Ted that* both'may start afresh, and the satisfying climax: takes place as the New Year is rung in in Paris. Norma Sheerer has made > “The Divorcee” a compelling picture of which she is the fascinating pivot. There is drama, comedy, retalismv and food for thought ii* 4hi* • pacture at the Regent- Theatre, and those who assist Miss Shearer are Chester Mortis, Cbnfad Nagel, and Florence Eldridge. The featUrettes consist of an “Oar Gang” ' cofnedy “Dear Teacher,” -George DeWey Washington in popular songs, a colortone revue, and a Metrotoile News. TE KARAKA SPORTS Amateur athletic and ‘chopping competitions will predominate at the SpOrta meeting to be held on To Knraka Domain- on New Year’s Day, there being only four equestrian events included in the programme this year. Prominent athletes and cyclists throughout the district will be seen in action, and handsome trophies having attract- „ ed good fields, and the standard of competition should be high. Interest in the athletic' section will centre in the Poverty Bay men’s and ladies’ championship contests, both of which are to be Feld over a distance of 75yds, The , chopping .events are well supported, and for the principal handicap no fewer than 19 axemen have nominated. This is always: an interesting portion of the meeting, and the chopping contests this time-should be no less thrilling than in former years."" ’