ENTERTAINMENTS

Southland Times, Issue 19394, 7 November 1924, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS

CIVIC PICTURES. LAST NIGHT OF “THE WHITE ROSE.” D. W. Griffith has made a most remarkable picture in “The White Rose,” which has been packing the Civic during the week. This is the last night of screening. In “The White Rose,” Griffith has departed somewhat from his usual formula. There is no raging storm, no unleashed ice pack, no last-minute ride to the scaffold, to provide a thrilling climax. Instead, he has given us a very sweet and wholesome story of youthful folly, that gains power from its complete sincerity. The little nameless baby doesn’t conveniently die, nor is the erring young minister taken back into the bosom of his church after rectifying his folly. Things happen just as they might in real life—though the whole theme is so delicately handled that it becomes almost an allegory. Mae Marsh, returning again to the Griffith fold, is as whimsical and pathetic as of old. Ivor Novello, with his aesthetically beautiful face, gives just the right touch to the role of the young minister. The locations, in the Bayou country of Louisiana, are beautiful and unusual. If you have a spark of romance left in you, “The White Rose” cannot but appeal. ALBION—LAST NIGHT. “MARRIAGE MORALS,” “LUXURY,” AND “ALLADIN.” Another big audience were captivated with the latest change of pictures at the cool and comfortable Albion last night There are many pictures shown and each one is well worth seeing alone, and certainly should not be missed by anyone in search of a good evening’s entertainment. Will Nigh, whose “School Days” and “Notoriety,” made screen history, adds to his laurels and his status as one of our foremost directors with his super-picture, “Marriage Morals,” to be shown at 7.30 p.m. for the last time. It visualises the sharp clash of ideals between a wife who loves her home, her husband and her child, and a fast-stepping, high-spot-hitting husband who loves his “liberty.” Local photoplay fans will have an opportunity to see the far-famed beauty, Miss Ruby De Remer on the screen at 8.45 p.m. when “Luxury,” her latest production will be shown for the last time. Miss De Remer, it will be remembered, was selected by the celebrated French artist, M. Paul Hellou, as being the most beautiful woman in America, and as a result of this selection she received nation-wide publicity, her photograph and articles about her appearing in newspapers and magazines throughout the United States. The comedy “Alladin” is one of the funniest seen for many a day. Seats may be reserved by ’phoning the Albion, 738. ALBION, SATURDAY. "MIDNIGHT ALARM,” “THE LAST HOUR” AND “DANCING.” No less than four attractive features will grace the Albion screen and stage to-morrow at the Albion. The programme including the second series of dancing lessons per film, viz.—“ The One Step,” which is delivered by the world’s champion ball-room dancers. An exhibition dance will also be given by Mrs Turner and Shaddick of the one-step. The pictorial part of the programme will present the pick of the best films direct from America and England, including the great fire picture “The Midnight Alarm.” One of the most spectacular fire scenes ever screened will be seen in “The Midnight Alarm,” at the matinee at 2 p.m. on Saturday. A complete four-storey office building is burned down to give 'spectators thrills in the film. The fire sequence is an integral part of the story of “The Midnight Alarm,” which revolves about the disappearance of a girl at childhood and the attempts of her father's business partner to keep her from gaining her wealth. Miss Alice Calhoun plays the role of Sparkle, a waif, who really is Susan Thornton, missing heiress. Percy Marmont appears as a fire captain and rescues her from the burning building in which she is imprisoned in a vault. Cullen Landis is a pleasing crook in the film. He helps Sparkle regain proof of her identity. Joseph Kilgour plays the villain. He is Silas Carringford, one of the most heartless and cunning types ever characterised on the screen. The first feature of the evening “The Last Hour,” presents Milton Sills, Pat O’Malley, and Carmel Myers in a forceful story of a good man reformed, and is as rich with thrills and punch sufficient for six pictures. Another of the famous “Our Gang” comedies will also be screened. Seats may be reserved by ’phoning the Albion 738. DAVID D. VAUGHAN. The last evening of the Chautauqua season has arrived, and a fitting finale to the series is billed for the Municipal Theatre tonight, when Dr. David D. Vaughan, supported by Miss Phyllis M. Allinsbn and Mias Constance Ziebell, will occupy the stage. Press reports from the north and from Australia speak very highly of this remarkable programme. The Professor is a most versatile individual, and delivers his subject matter with a serious forcefulness freely interspersed with a delightful humour. He is fully versed on social and economic questions of the day, and those in search of light will have the benefit of a most instructive address from one who talks straight without fear or favour. The two musical artists, accompanying Dr. Vaughan, are young Australian ladies of great attainments and charming personality. There is a pure tone of artistry about their work which has gripped every audience on the present tour. Patrons are advised to be seated early, so that the programme may start well on time. Chautauqua has thoroughly fulfilled its purpose this year, and a gratifying patronage is confidently expected at the Theatre this evening.