THE THEATRES.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume I, Issue 245, 19 November 1914, Page 9

THE THEATRES.

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATBE. The humorous situations in the adaptation of W. W. Jacobs and the Barge" are quite irresistible, and the hilarious comedy provides enjoyment for numerous assemblages at His Majesty's Theatre. The Melbourne Cup shows a panoramic - view' of the course, while unique episodes are depicted in the Gaumont War Graphic, and a film of particular interest shows the Germans in Louvain. • Amongst other films of special mention are: "Boy Scouts in Sussex, " " Across the Burning Trestle,'' "Setting the Style," and "Bill Out for Lunch.'' The programme will be repeated to-night.

GLOBE THEATRE. • In the new programme presented at the Globe Theatre to-day, «' The Third Degree" takes pride of place. It is a highly interesting study of American police methods, and is supported by the films, "On the Coast of -the Black Sea" (scenic),'' How Bobby Called Her Bluff' '

(comedy), "Out in.the Rain" (comedy), "The Gaumont Graphic" (war topical), and "The Melbourne Cup, 1914" (sporting interest). The pictures will be screened again this evening and throughout tomorrow.

SYDENHAM PICTURES. The,, current programme at the Sydenham Pfeture Theatre was presented finally last evening before a large audience. Tonight a new series will be presented, headed by " War's Heart Blood,'' Russian war drama, Avhile other studies to be shown include: '' The Gaumont Graphic'' (topical war news), "Bird Life m Springtime" (nature study), "Life Beneath the Sea" (educational), "The Awakening of Barbara Dare" (drama), and "While Aunty Bounced" and "Bill Squares It with the Boss" (comedies).

THEATRE ROYAL. "The Sign of the Cross" was x>resented by the Julius Knight Company for the last time at the Theatre Royal yesterday evening. There was a large audience, and the entertainment was keenly enjoyed. Mr Julius Knight, Miss, Irene Browne, and Miss Lizette Parkcs, and the other

members of the company were most cordially received.

This evening Mr Julius Knight will appear as Monsieur Beaucaire in Booth Tarkington 's fascinating and interesting romance of that name. The occasion will also witness the first appearance in Christehurch of Miss Irene Browne in the role of Lady Mary Carlyle. Mr Knight's conception of the gallant' Frenchmen, Beaucaire, is said to be consistent, admirable in detail, convincing in general effect, and picturesque. For the time being he makes the character of Monsieur Beaucaire actually live upon the stage. Miss Browne's impersonation of Lady Mary Carlyle is said to be one of her most brilliant efforts. In '' Monsieur Beaucaire'' everything combines to take the audience back to the year 1735. The men in knee breeches, smart coats, embroidered waistcoats, and lace ruffles, and the ladies in costly-brocades and satin petticoats, with powdered hair aud black patches on their cheeks to accentuate their beauty, are all factors in this direction. The stately minuets of that age play an important part, and everything on which the eye can rest is said to be true to the period. "Monsieur Beaucaire" will be played for three nights, when the season will germinate.

THE COLOSSEUM. "War's Heart Blood," the stirring Russian drama, was screened again at the Colosseum last evening before a large and appreciative audience. Two other special attractions are: ' '-The Germans Entering Jjouvain" and "Melbourne Gup, 1914," both splendid studies, while there is a full series of supporting pictures. The programme will be shown again to-night.

GLEE AND MADRIGAL SOCIETY. The final concert for this season will be given by the Christchurch Glee and Madrigal Society at the Choral Hall on Thursday, November 26. A specially attractive programme has been arranged, and includes a number of soloists, amongst whom will appear Madam Gower Burns, soprano, and Mr J. C. McLean, bass. In addition to the above Dr Crooke, who is acting as accompanist, will play a pianoforte solo. Mr Sidney Williamson will conduct.