AMUSEMENTS.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXII, Issue 81, 2 April 1912, Page 6

AMUSEMENTS.

FASOLA, THE INDIAN FAKIR. This evening John Fuller and Sons’ Company will appear at the Stratford Town Hall.' .. > . The star performer of a clever company is Fasola, the Indian Fakir. Fasola has created quite a stir at every appearance in New Zealand. Coming to the Dominion with a world-wide reputation, his performances in this country have been worthy of bis great reputation. His tricks and illusions are said to be accomplished .with apparent ease and simplicity. Fasola presents very few old time tricks. Most of his work is on a large and elaborate scale and is very impressive. One of the leading features of the magicians is the incessant patter which the maintain while the occupy the ’stage. This, however, is not the case with Fasola, who goes through his many illusions without once speaking. pQpj.es to,,Stratford, with great 'credentials as an illusionist, and his appearance is being awaited with keen anticipation. Just as great as Fasola, but in an altogether different sphere are the Windsor Choristers, led by Master James lies, described as a phenomena boy soprano. The of these lads has earned great encomiums everywhere aand their part-sing-ing land perfect blending of the voice is said to bear evidence of careful training. The other members of the Company are all prominent artists on the :Fuller vaudeville circuit and are specially chosen to add diversity 1 to a clever combination. ‘ - Seats may be reserved at Grubb’s. HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE. The new series of pictures which were screened at. His Majesty’s Theajtre Jas night for the first time can i ‘best be summed up as a programme to suit a ( ll tastes. There was a very good attendance, and applause was the order of the evening. The star drama is a cowboy story, and deals with the trials of lovers in the, Wjld West. The humour in the piece is undeniable, and there is roars of laughter when the irate father is locked up in the bos which was used for transporting the little foal. The lovers, hurrying for a parson, met Indians, and the usual chase ensues. It differs' from' most of the films, however, for a number of Indians arc, shot, and skin and hair abound every? where. The story ends as all such stories should, with forgiveness and lifelong'happiness. For those who believe in the educative value of the cinematograph, there are two films, of which it can only be said that they are in a class by their ovvn. “The, Reign of Flowers” is a picture of exquisite beauty. As an example of magnificent photography it has no peer. The glimpses of rare orchids, one little clump valued at over £2OOO, were particularly interesting, because such flora are not extensively cultivated in New Zealand. The other film is one of those popular films'that take its audience through a big ;Zoo,‘ and shows them glimpses of the more’interesting animals. Both of these pictures were so well received , that we cannot but think that they 1 are Tally appreciated by the audiences. , ; The' Rathe Gazette, an English one this time, is as interesting as usual. The 'burlesque football scene is one of _ its stai’ items.

All tlio supporting dramas are good, and the comics arc well up to standard. “How the Story Grew” should appeal to local gdssiners, while “FiveBold Bad Men” will appeal to everybody. To-night the same bill will he given.

CORONATION SKATING RINK

Last night the Coronation Skating Rink was free to all, and an exceptionally largo attendance was present. A full programme was gone through. Mr. Gould inroduced for the first time in Stratford a novelty, in the form of a firemen’s race, which caused great excitement, Master Sharrock being the - winner. There were also many other attractions, including races, hockey, see-saw and switchback, and prizes wore awarded to the winners of the various races.