ENTERTAINMENTS

Waikato Times, Volume 94, Issue 14716, 5 August 1921, Page 4

ENTERTAINMENTS

“THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS.” The public owes Maurice Tourneur a vote of thanks for putting “The Last of tlie Mohicans” on the screen. As tlic most representative of James Fcnimorc Cooper’s Leather Slocking Tales, it should take its place among the standard film productions that serve to hand on Ihe fame of a master of literature, and to preserve the manners and customs of the country at one of the most romantic periods of its history. The locations are of great beauty, and the cast has been admirably chosen. The scenario preserves the essential points of the story. Phe death of Cora is depicted with startling realism; her burial, in which the friendly Delaware Indians lake pan, being remarkably picturesque and impressive. This super-attraction opens its three days’ season to-morrow at Uio popular Strand Picture _ House, commencing at the big special children's matinee at 2.30. A splendid supporting bill precedes the big fealurc. The plans, which opened at the Novelty Depot yesterday, arc reported to be filling unusually fast. Bookings are urged. KING’S THEATRE.

One of Hie most delightful picture programmes scon in many moons will finish to-night. The Dancing Dolly Sisters, in their brilliant and novel pielure “Tlic Million Dollar Dollies,” arc great public favourites, and a more beautiful picture than “The City of Beautiful Nonsense,” the second star offering, would be hard to find. Harry Edwards, Chrissie White and an allBritish cast act excellently, and the scenes In London and in Venice are cry line. This programme can be recommended without any reservation. Box plans are at Paul’s. TOM MIX TO-MORROW. The one and only Tom Mix will pack the King’s to-morrow, for his popularity is unbounded. His newest drama, “The Feud,” has won great success. Eileen Sedgwick will continue the thrilling story of “The Diamond Queen,” there will be a big Sunshine comedy, and five supporting subjects The programme will open at the matinee at 2.30. Box plans are at Paul’s.

“SUCCESS OF “THE PRIPJCE CHAP." j

“The Prince Chap,’’ the latest Para- j rnnunl-Arlcrafl Royalty masterpiece, which opened last evening in the presence of a splendid house and which will close its season to-night, is unquestionably one of the very finest motion picture productions seen here. In every respect it is an outstanding achievement, and it should not be missed. Thomas Meighan, the hero of “The Miracle Man,” “Male and Female” and other successes, surpasses himself in this picture, and he receives splendid assistance from Lila Lee, Kathlyn Williams, Casson Fcrgusson, and an all-star cast. The added attractions are, excellent. Eddie Polo's second exciting episode of that fine serial. “King of the Cirrus,” met with a rousing reception, and a smart comedy and good news sheets were properly appreciated. As to-night is the last and a big house is assured, patrons would act wisely in reserving scats over ’phone 1580 before 7 p.m. SPECIAL “ROYAL” MATINEE. A specially-arranged matinee bill of an unusually attractive nature will screen at the Theatre Royal to-morrow afternoon. Fatty Arbuckle, the million dollar comedian, will unloose his biggest yell-producer, “The Butcher Boy.” Universal will present the great dog drama, “The Eternal Triangle,” played by a cast of thoroughbred dogs—a wonderful picture. Eddie Polo will continue his grand esrial, “King of the Circus.” The big features of the evening show will be Lois Weber's most pronounced screen success “To Please one Woman,” by Paramount, and Universal’s big attraction, Carmel Myers in “Beautifully Trimmed.” Seats should be reserved ar Paul’s.