AMUSEMENTS.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXV, Issue 10713, 28 February 1914, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

THOMPSON-PAYNE PICTUREB. AN EXCELLENT CHANGE. For real striking incidents, a distinctly novel plot, and remarkable effects, the Cines Company's latest production "Two Actresses," a three reel dramatic subject, will ba! very difficult to beat. Added to these attractions, the subtle fascination of Mile. Yvetto Andreyer, the famous Italian actress who playa the principal role, and her clever 'acting, give the subject that finish that is. certain to make it a favourite with tho general public.; Many special featurec,'<are introduced, the various set-pieces, which are ®ho\yn, being; most effective. The incidents are striking and convincing, the, whole forming a most-attractive story of theatrical life, showing the jealousy of an actress that prompts her to all kinds of fiendish and diabolical cunning schemes in order to humiliate "her rival. Vivid scenes of stage life (a life of temptation) are faithfully portrayed, together with the daily life of an actress. . Lubin | is seen to advantage in a sensational subject, "Romance of the Ozarks," dealing) with the desolate north. The Solax Coy. is well represented in a thrillirl|; story, chock full of sensntionalisM, "The Thread of Destiny," which must appeal strongly to lovers of the melo-drama, and "A Wayward Sister" is a very fine' Rex production. "Friendly. Neighbours," a lengthy comedy, is said to "take the bun" in regards to humour, whilst "Just. Kids," a Keystone special, is also a real "stunner." Eclair journal will 'contribute several fine newsy events. Other subjects of giood, Quality complete an enterprising programme. .Up-to-date .rtiusdc by jJßeihana Boyes' orchestra will greatly enhance the entertainment. There will be a special matinee prograxnriie shown at 2.30 this afternoon.

TOWN HALL PICTURES.

"FALL OF CONSTANTINOPLE. ;! At the Town; Hall to-iiight the Ma stertoii Picture Company will submit a programme of rare excellence, each film to 'Be presented Being a feature in itself. No series of cinematographic productions* has yet been screened that so well exemplifies, the great strides made in the art of cinema photography during recent years. The big! star film is a Gaumont drama entitled "The Fall of Constantinople," being the most magnificent spectacular drama yet presented. The story of the present Ottoman Turks is fully told in this film. From Ertoghrul to the present Sultan of Turkey, thirty princes have ruled the Ottoman Empire without a'break in the succession. In 1258 Ottoman was bom, and was buried at the ago of 70. He had dreaint of Empire, and hoped ttf view 'Consfcantinopl© at his feet. .the' latter was denied, the In the spring of 1453 Mahommed set out from Adrianople with 800,000 followers. To pierce the walls, the Turks brought with them the' /largest) cannon yet constructed* The Emperor Constantino fought as a common soldier,"but all in vain. The Turks sacked the city, and ever since .they have • remained in possession. Another fine, dramatic work is that entitled "The

Master painter,' ' by the V itagraph j Company, which has been responsible for ao many unique picture. films. , The story is told in graphio and real- ( jistie detail of a young but poor artlist,- who, having saved the life of an . !old and wealthy artist, is taken to the latter's. homo to study under ihim. * The old man is engaged at.work on a .picture which he hopes will Ae his ' crowning effort. The picture is really a poor work, owing chiefly to the old man's failing eyesight. The I young artisrt %ees this, and sets to | work, unknown to tlie master, to ! make the picture presentable. Juf>t ; as he is completing the work, the ' old man enters, and explanations fol- | low. The old man recognises in the i young mfin the master and hi® j gratitude., is so great siat he . gives the hand of his niece to the young man in marriage. A romantic and Beautiful story, '"The Master Painter" cannot fail to prove a great atr' traction. Supporting these dramatic gema are "The Widow's Suitors' • (Edison comedy), Gaumont Graphic (topical), "An Unjust Suspicion'' (drama), "Fur Making"' (industrial), t and "Circumstantial Hero" (A;B. comic). Altogether the programme is one of the best yet produced in Masterton. * The children's matinee : in the afternoon promises- everything that is pleasing and enjoyable for the little ones. Candy's orchestra will be,in attendance at both sessions.

WITHIN THE LAW,

TOW HALL, MONDAY NIGHT, j When Sir. Herbert Tree decided to •stage "Within the Law!' at the fashionable Haymarket Theatre, London, there was much head shaking on the part of the- cognoscenti who did not hesitate to declare openly that the play a distinctively American char-, acter like:"Within the Law" would not be appreciated by London playgoers. Nothing dismayed/ Sir Herbert Tree decided on the experiment, f witli the result that the play was a pronounced success "from the opening night, and -when the last mail left, it ha'd reached its 200 th performance, aiW is -stiij drawing crowded houses. {3o great was tli© interest aroused in the latest example of the virile American drama, that all fashionable London flocked to the Haymarket, and it was difficult to book seats 'weeks ;n> advance. Royalty, gave its patronr age, and a command performance waa given in the presence of the. King and Queen. According to competent critics, who have seen both the London and Australian production, the latter in n® Way suffers by comparison. In one respect at least, there is a dis--1 tinct gain in favour of the Australian interpretation, inasmuch--as the critical American atmosphere of the play is more. strongly in evidence. _ rhis was brought about by the Special importation from New York of four of the leading players in that city—Miss Mureil Starr, Miss Mary Worth, Mr Lincoln Plumer, and Mr E. W-. Morneon. "Within the Law,with the original cast and scenery, will be stag-e4-by G. Williat«S»n, Ltdij the Town Hall on Monday evening, next. box plana are at the Dresden.