ENTERTAINMENTS

Waikato Times, Volume 90, Issue 14052, 3 May 1919, Page 5

ENTERTAINMENTS

* „ K(NQ'!> THEATRE. A MAGNIFICENT PICTURE. A tremendous dramatic and picture success. “The Sign Invisible.” in seven grand acts, will open at the King’s Theatre to-night, when there be “standing mom only,” for the “Sign Invisible” has been written of as “the drama supreme,” and it attracted enormous crowds in the four centres during season’s which had to be extended 10 10 pe with the crowds. It is a mighty recl-bloodcd tale of North Canadian life which eclipses those other big hits, “The Barrier” and “The Spoilers.” The scenery is described as “ views of, beauty and grandeur," while the acting is criticised as “ powerful in the extreme.” 'Big Mitch” Lewis, the ’Poieon of “The Barrier,” appears in just such another great and lovable character as “Lone Deer,” a man who had lost faith in God and man, but whose faith and soul were redeemed by a loving woman’s influence. Notwithstanding the length of the star features. two other esnecially selected subjects, “ Seals and Pelicans,” an instructive and amusing study of bird life, and Pathe’s Gazette will be shown in addition. Such a programme cannot fail to attract, and patrons _ are counselled to avoid disappointment by booking at Paul’s. THEATRE ROYAL. AN EXTRAORDINARY PICTURE. The introduction of the picture play, “ Tarzan of the Ajibs,” at the Theatre Royal last evening was attended with the utmost success. The theatre was crowded and many had to lie turned away. This is about the most novel photo play which has come along. It is rather daring in conception, but dccidely interesting. The mirror of reai jungle life presented is marvellous. How it has all been managed with scenes including prowling panthers and lions as , well as the trickv apes, baffles the imagiation. The photography is superb. The orchestra, under the conductorship of Mr. R. E. Mclntosh, supplied suitable music and an attractive atmosphere was created with rapid action sustaining a high interest throughout. The story of the piece illustrates how Lord Greystoke and his wife sail from ■ England to Africa. A mutiny occurs .-md the Grcystokes are cast on a jungle island. Ladv Greystoke dies, leaving a son. Shortly afterwards the apes of the jungle attack the hut and kill Greystol.e. Kala. an ape whose baby has jnst died, appropriates the human hah’-, who eomes to regard the she-ape as his mother. Of Cburse, the story has its germs of absurdity, but there is a glamour artistically entwined round it so that improbabilities are forgiven. One of the most exciting incidents is the struggle between Tarzan when full grown and a Zulu who attempts the abduction of an English woman to whom Tarzan has become attached. “Tarzan of the Apes ” will bo screened this afternoon and for the last time to-night. Those who wish to see it can make sure of a seat by reserving at Paul’s. TOWN HALL. A magnificent programme of Paramount pictures, consisting of no less than two star films, will be exhibited at the Town Hall to-night. Billie Burke, exquisite and lovely, will star in “The Mysterious Miss Terry,” a story full of romance, mystery and intrigue., and with many light and 1 ■’"morons touches well suited to .Miss Burke’s genius. The love element is very charmingly developed by the adorable “Billie,” and altogether the picture is far above the ordinary. The film stirs Harold Lockwood in ■probably his best picture, “The Love Route,” a romantic story of railroad construction through the. ranch of a lovely woman who opposes its passage. Fo r her opposition was overcome by the fascinating and strong personality of +he chief engineer is splendidly portrayed. A fine American Gazette and an interesting travel picture go to e-ake up a programme of unusual excellence. CARRIE LANGLEY—SONGSTRESS. A musical treat occurs at the Theatre Boval on Wednesday next, to be repeated on Thursday and Friday. M ; ss C Trie Langley, who won recognition in England and was billed as “a second Melba,” will appear with her supe- ative concert rarty, which inchides Miss Doris Strnble, the dainty. American monologist, Miss Ava Symons. a violinist of calibre, and Miss Nellie Simpson, flautist and ’cellist. Popular family prices will be charged and box plans are now open at Paul’s.