ENTERTAINMENTS.

Wairarapa Daily Times, 21 March 1925, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE. 1! IG OPEN 1 NG—TO N IGIIT. This evening murks ;i most conspicuous -and important event —the initial showing of tiie famous ‘‘Sea llaw k’ ’ wJiicli is regarded 'by critics and lilm producers as being tlie “greatest sea scorv ever translated to the Silver Sheet.” Dealing with a spectacular romance and the piracy of the Sixteenth Century, English, Spanish and Moors, “The Sea Hawk'’ possesses an extraordinary amount of tnrilling incidents amid many quaint and massive setings. its transfer to the screen has made necessary the expenditure _of £800,1)00, the building of a licet of four mammoth sea craft of the Sixteenth Century, £20,000, in wardrobe and the use of over a thousand men in some of the brilliant naval combats; yet critics state “The Sea Hawk” is lugger than just the investment which has made it possible. Heading a tremendous east are Milton Sills, Buid Bennett., Wallace Beery and a number of others. Its colossal magnificence, its remarkable atmosphere of reality and its thrilling heart-touching romance all acclaim it the masterpiece of the year. The usual Wednesday night prices remain. Box plan is at Henderson’s.

COSY THEATRE. The bill-of-fare that the Cosy Theatre offers its many patrons to-night, can be said to symbolise entertainment of the highest order for it claims a pleasing and novel variety of offerings. An added feature of the splendid programme is the official film of the All Blacks triumphant return, depicting enthusiastic reception that they receivtheir landing, welcome and the general ed bv admiring thousands. The principal dramatic attraction is the Paramount presentation “The Bedroom Window,” a fascinating and romantic mystery comedy drama that should appeal stronglv to all lovers of high class drama. May McAvov has the principal feminine role in this production, and Malcolm MacGregor is leading man. “The Bedroom Window” is a most novel and engrossing romance that is noted for its climax. A hilarious comedy, a Burton Holmes travelogue and the latest Paramount Gazette complete the splendid programme.

NEWCASTLE STEEL WORKS BAND

HERE NEXT FRIDAY

“A musical mission of 'Empire” is the euphonius slogan adopted by the Newcastle Steel Works Band, which is to play at the Opera House next Friday evening under the direction of Mr. G. Portus. This famous band, which captivated the Press and public of Wellington and the southern cities recently, has, unaided by official or public subsidy, reached the Dominion after a tour of 12 months. A third of this- period was spent playing at the British Empire Exhibition. Later, in the leading English band contests, this visiting band secured two out of three big championships, a feat hitherto unknown in British band history. Carrying the title of champions of the British Empire, the distinguished Australian bandsmen are making a brief tour of the Dominion. Mr. A. 11. Beale, the brilliant conductor of the Newcastle Band, has received many honours on the world's tour. Remarkable demonstrations of approval have greeted the band at Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. In Dunedin the Press stated that “Each successive item played by these master musicians was revived by cheers and tumultuous applause.” Another critic affirmed, “This wonderful band practically defies criticism.” The box plans for Friday open at the Arts and Crafts on Tuesday.

ETHEL OSBORN FAREWELL TOUR

The many friends and admirers of Miss Ethel Osborn will be gratified to hear of the great success which she Ins achieved in the past year since they Inst heard her. This success has (been so marked that Miss Osborn is now about to depart for broader fields. In a few weeks she will sail for Italy to obtain operatic experience, this being undertaken under the advice of Dame Nellie Melba, who lias shewn her practical sympathy by inaugurating a fund for the purpose of permitting the young singer to obtain Ibis experience in the best manner possible. Before leaving, Zealand audiences in a tour of both IsZealand audiences in a tour of both Islands, supported by a strong company of Sydney artists. Air Boland Foster of the State Conservatorium of Music, Miss Osborn's teacher, is responsible for this tour, in conjunction with Messrs Beale ami Co., of Sydney. The Masterton concert will he given in the Opera House on Monday, March 30th, the box plans being at the Arts and Crafts.