AMUSEMENTS, MEETINGS ETC.

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXXVI, Issue 18432, 16 March 1922, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS, MEETINGS ETC.

ROBINSON CRUSOE REVUE. The Brandon Holt Revue Company, modestly heralded, appeared at the Opera House last night and proved themselves an excellent combination, quick in action, sparkling in humour, melodies and artistic in their singing, pleasingly in their dancing and altogether satisfactory. The audience was large, and generous in their demonstrations of appreciation. “Robinson Crusoe” in revue form proved quite an appetising ■morsel. The story takes full advantage allowed by revue librettists. It mainly deals with a stolen chart and its subsequent recovery- The thief is Will Atkins, piratical person aided and abetted by Bill Bulwarks, a doleful customer who is constantly enquiring the whereabouts of his canary. Mrs Crusoe, and her son Robinson and Polly in association with the captain of the "Sea Rover,” and a Fairy Princess are the other principals in the general scheme of things, and no version of “Robinson Crusoe” would be complete without "Friday.” As ’’Robinson Crusoe.” Miss Dorothy Manning filled the character splendidly. Gifted with a splendid physique and a fine voice Miss Manning makes a capital boy. Miss Christie Andrews, (Polly Perkins) is a decided acquisition to the company being the possessor of a clear, lyric soprano voice. Mr Harry Graham as “Mrs Crusoe,” proved himself a comedian above the average. His song of “Cabbages, Cabbeans, and Carrots,” was one of the hits of the evening. Miss Wyn Faulkner as the Fairy Princess was graceful in her acting and she possesses vocal gifts of no mean order. Mr W. B. Keany as "Bill Bulwarks” and Mr Harry Fulton as “Will Atkins” are two of the strong comedy characters of the revue. The attractive young ladies in the ballet danced most artistically. Last night’s programme went with a fine swing. There was no dull moments. It may be described as an excellent tonic for those desiring pleasant relaxation and. as such, can be heartily recommended. The company will make their final appearanee this evening. THE GRAND. DU,SUN FAR NUM TO-NIGHT.

Dustin Farnum is coming to the Grand Theatre to-day in a William Fox picture, “The Primal Law.” based on a stirring Western story by E. Lloyd Sheldon. In the role of Brian Wayne the popular screen star is given exceptional opportunities not only to appear in the heroic type of character, but also to display to greatest advantage the well known charm of his pesonality, in Brian’s devotion to his little pal, Bobbie Carson, and also in his scenes with Janice Webb, the lovely Eastern girl. Mary Thurman is Farnum’s leading woman in this picture. The story deals with a plot' ”to wrest valuable lands from Western ranchers, and their fight against the conspirators. There is a rapid action and many tens© situations. Suspense is said to be sustained throughout, with surprises occurring in striking fashion. Bernard Durning directed the production and his reputation should guarantee fine staging. This is the first ot several Fox feature productions starring Dustin Farnum which will be made in the current season. The supports will include “The King of the Circus, No. 17,” a rattling good Sunshine Comedy, Cartoons and two Fox Gazettes. Seats should be booked early for this attraction as large houses are anticipated. Plan at the Theatre. PARAMOUNT PICTURES. On Saturday next at the Paramount Pictures Alice Brady will be featured in “The Dark Lantern.” There will be a fine supporting programme including the second of the Vanderberg series, “Slaying the Hippopotomus.