THE THEATRES.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume VI, Issue 1623, 28 April 1919, Page 5

THE THEATRES.

STUDENTS' VOCAL CONCERT. Th? pupils of Mr Edward Brans combe's school of singing pave their seermd concert at the Masonic Hall on Saturday, t<» a large and appreciative audience. Especial interest was evinced in the first appearance of Miss Ida Wi lb rait:, i, a youthful soprano of excellent promise; Miss Alice Xapper, another .<oprano with an unusually good yoke; an! Mr W. M. Stewart, a genuine tenor of artistic capabilities. With added experience, to which there is unfortunately no royal road, the<e three singer* should prove themselves of value in the vo-al world and their future work will be wati he I in a spirit of confident expectation. Vocalists who were heard at the previous concert t " ''" « Ann'' Harpt-r, now developed info :„-! 11 r: f •»;:*•; <■ -1 eontralio, who fhfut.' I <■!, ;ir signs of her all rotmd in | - i-, • i"!'. t,o:!i iu technique and inter; rvtntion: Mis* Bessie Palmer, a i-on-trn' f «> of considerable compass and >u* voi»e, who has materially juried in cxpres-dvo powers; Mr ; Rennrll, and Mr Dobson Adams. I»th baritone*) who are well on their way to a standard ot professional excellence. The contributions of th» rhoral '-lass were again a prominent feature, notably a charming set of "Solids of Childhood," by Sterndale Bennett, arranged for ladies' voices, wfcieb had to be reflated in its entirety: a cycle of Old English ballads, consisting of "Pome, Lasses and Lads," "Or.e r Loved a Maiden Fair," and "The British Grenadiers" and a selection from Edward German's opera of ••Mcrrie England. M The programme will be repeated at the Masonic Hall on Wednesday eveniwr, in aid of the building fund of the Theoeopliical Soeicty. OPEBA~HOTJSE. Again this week at the Opera House the programme will be headed by the Paynes, who will present an entirely new and startling performance. Those operatic vocalists, Pollard and Jaek-on, and the ventriloquist, Victor the Great, are to appear with new offerings that are stated to eclipse their previous work. "Chaplinitis," the specialty of the two JVlavales will again be presented. Nikola, with his puzzling triiks, Ward Lear and his humorous songs, the brilliant Bojral Togo*, and Lily Vockler, all well known and popular artists, are tolled to (ontribute to the evening's entertainment. QUEEN'S THEATRE. What is claimed to be June Elvidge's most fascinating production to date is "The Appearance of Evil," the stellar film on the list to be shown throughout this week at the Queen's Theatre. Sapcrb dresses are an attractive feature of the picture, while the settings are on a most lavish scale. The star also puts op a record in the number of beautiful gowns she wear*. Frank Mayo, playing opposite Miss Elvidge, has interpreted his part with much talent, his role giving him many opportunities for forceful acting. In addition to ''The Appearance of Evil," Vivian Martin is featured in "Stronger Love." There are other, fine pictures in support.

LIBERTY THEATRE. That famous American actress, Alice Brady, is appearing at Liberty Theatre to-dav in her latest production "The Better Half." The story concern.* twins—alike in faee, but - totally different in eharaeter. While one is nursing a sirk grandfather, the other is dancing till daybreak in New York. Later when I.oui-e is a settlement worker, sister Trixie is deserting her husband for the passing affection of another man. The story is worked up to a startling conclusion. crystaiTpalace. With the advent of "A Camouflage Kiss," June Caprice completes her seeond year as a "movie" star. This film is being exhibited daily at the Crystal Palaee, and as usual the star plays with vim and gaiety. Thrilling scenes on board a pirate ship arc given in "Peg of the Pirates" (Peggy ITyland). As the title implies it is a j i.iy of the old days. EVEBYBODY'S THEATRE. Boy Stewart is the leading player in the Triangle photo-drama, "The Medicine Man," which heads an attractive list of films at Everybody's Theatre this week. The hero is a Westerner, a rough bat good-hearted man. There are some splendidly realistic fights in this drama in which the hero foils two determined villains and wins a wife. GRAND THEATRE. A baffling and powerfully presented mystery play is the premier offering on the current bill at the Grand Theatre. This is a Metro release entitled "Boston Blaekic's Little Pal," adapted from the "Red Book Magazine." Bert Lytell stars. Charles Ray has the chief role in a Paramount production. "His Own Home Town." Two comedies are oa the additional list. STRAND THEATRE. An exceedingly sweet and convincing leadliner is to be shown this week at the Strand Theatre. This is " Vivietto" (Vivian Martin). Douglas Fairbanks also stars in "In Again, Out Again." SKATING RINK. The management of the Colosseum Skating Rink advertise that season and concession tickets are now avail: : V Skating is an art that undoubtedly an should geek to master, as the pleasure it gives is only equalled by the benefit of the exercise. Free instruction is given at the learners' - session, cr private tuition can be arranged. SYDENHAM PICTURES. Alice Brady i< featured iu "The Better Half," the star picture on the list to be shown at the Sydenham Theatre this evening. Also to bo shown is "The tihell Game" (Emmv Whelan).