“KID BOOTS”

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXXXII, Issue 19440, 28 October 1925, Page 11

“KID BOOTS”

i A DELIGHTFUL PRODUCTION. ’ The latest J. C. Willilamson produc- | tion, “Kid Boots,” which is characi terised by its extravagant costuming J and elaborate scenic effects, brilliant ‘ ensembles, charming ballets, catchy ■ songs, and syncopated melodics came to Wanganui with a reputation, which wtas well sustained, when it was pre- ' sealed in the Opera House last evening to a large and appreciative nudi- ! ence. Theatre-goers expected much, ' and they got more, and when the- final ; curtain was rung down on the brilliant ■ offering, there probably was not a | single member of the audience who wtis ! not satisfied. The enthusiasm of the audience increased as the play pro- . grossed, and every phase of the most elaborate production pleased immensely. Golf and Cupid form the basis of an enticing theme, and “Kid Boots” in its entirety is a musical oxtfiavaganza in which the efforts of the author have been directed to erect an edifice of scintillating magnificence. The settings are always splendid, and every change of scene carries new delights. The breezy dialogue that hurries along between the songs and dances is studded with fresh and original jokes, wh’ch keep the laughter rippling continuously. The musical numbers are of excellent quality, while the chorus never fails to crown Its part with unqualified success. The dancing is also a feature. Mr. George Gee, ns “Kid Boots,” the caddie master of Everglades Golf Glub, is the central figure and a continual source of delight. His facial expressions and humorous sayings had the audience in paroxysms of laughter. Miss Josie Melville is an old favourite, and since her last visit has lost none of her grace and charm. At her first appearance as a golf student she captivated her audience. Mr. George Vollaire. as Tom Sterling, found favour in his occupation of pseudo “pro” of the Everglades Golf Club, whose sole business, it appeared, wias not to teach the members of the club to become proficient in the golfing art, but to teach the winsome daughter of the peppery Mr. Pendleton quite another sort of game. His singing was an outstanding feature of the evening. Miss Gladys Hermes was always a delightful little person as the maid in charge of the ladies’ locker room (and as the object of the matrimonial intentions of Kid Boots). Miss Marjorie Maxwell, as Beth, and Miss Adele Crane as Carmen Mendoza, were responsible for much good work, while Miss Jean Newcombe, as the rather masculine lady doctor, was responsible for a great deal of laughter-making. The other parts were also well represented. Mention of the jazz band of exceptional ability is also deserved.