ENTERTAINMENTS

Waikato Times, Volume 93, Issue 14537, 8 December 1920, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS

THE STRAND. The famous Latin quarter in Paris has been used as a basis for many stories and pictures, but seldom has it be,en used to such effect as in the Butterfly feature, "Eternal Love," starring Ruth Clifford and Douglas Gerrard, do be shown at the Strand to-night. Il lolls in an appealing manner of the love of an artist for a simple peasant girl. The beauty of the settings and the photoplay, as well as the acting and aircction, ensure the entertainment value, and "Eternal Love" should prove a popular offering. A line list of supports will also be screened, including humorous, topical and educational subjects. Box plan is at the Novelty Depot. "THE GREATEST QUESTION" AND ".V DAY'S PLEASURE."

"The Greatest Question" is a picture with a tremendous theme of the deepest import to all mankind, woven by th-i master hand of David W. Griffith, around the pathetic story of a pedlar's daughter, a little waif, orphaned and left penniless and homeless on the mercies of the world. It probes the depths of human emotions; it touches the deepest tragedies of life; is filled with Inystery, love and thrills; in a word, 1 is D. W. Griffith at his best. Charlie lihaplin presents his fourth inilliond'ollar comedy, "A Day's Pleasure," in which the king of comedians, with his Ford car, his wife and family of two chubby, miniature Charlies, provide some of the most whole-souled fun that has ever been screened. No < ne should miss these two great features to be screened at the Strand Theatre.on Friday next. Special music will accompany the 111 ms. Seats may be reserved at'the Novelty Depot, and no time should be lost, as there is bound to be a rush and the plans are commencing to fill. THEATRE ROYAL. "The Walk Offs." shown for the first ttme before a great house last evening, is a splendid picture—one of the best. It gives Mae Allison great opportunities that enable her to score a triumph. Magnificent gowning is a feature of the production, and yet despite the brilliance of the background of fashionable life, Mae Allison easily predominates the production by her engaging personality. The story of the play, which concerns an unsophisticated young Kentuckian, constitutes one of the most absorbing narratives thrown upon a local screen. There are five supporting subjects, and all arc worthy pictures. To-mor-row's huge triple bill will include Charles May in "Red Hot Dollars," Elsie Ferguson in "His House in Order," and Mack Sennett's latest comedic yell, "By Golly!" Seats should be reserved at Paul's. KING'S THEATRE. Double Artcraft-Paramount star attractions release to-night. Quality with auantity are the outstanding features. Vivian Martin, one of Hie best of screen stars, shows in her greatest triumph, "His Official Wife," a brisk, clean and ingenious comedy-drama that tickles the sensibilities from the moment it gets under way. It is a high-grade story set in surroundings that delight the eye. Irene Vernon Castle, "tile American Fashion Plate," will star-in the most uniciue character she lias appeared in—that of a French convent girl who subsequently becomes a society belle of New York. The vehicle is entitled "The Amateur Wife," a play containing the elements of comedy, sharp tragedy, dramatic lire and an engrossing love interest. The gowns worn in this production are described as "a revelation in costuming." An American Gazette and an especially notable travel series will precede the big attractions. Seats may be reserved at Paul's or over 'phone 1580 until 7 p.m. THE FOX TRIO. Miss Ray Fox, of the Fox trio of instrumentalists, is one of the finest violinists Australia has produced. Concerning her playing in Adelaide, the leading newspaper (the Advertiser) wrote: "Miss Fox exhibits the finished v.ork of the artist. Added to a highly skilled technique she has the divine spark which differentiates the musician from the player.". In March, 1917, Miss Fox played to an audience of 3000 people at the Bohemian Orchestra's concert in the Auckland Town Hall. 'I lie principal newspaper'remarked next day: "The musical success of the evening was gained by Miss Ray Fox . . . eonorous lone quality, sure intonation, wealth of expression, and executive aplomb." Music-lovers will have an opportunity to verify these opinions at the Chamber music concert to be given by the Fox trio and supporting artists at the Hamilton Town Hall next Tuesday evening. The box plan opened at Paul's this morning.