ENTERTAINMENTS

Waikato Times, Volume 94, Issue 14820, 7 December 1921, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS

ROBINSON CRUSOE PANTOMIME This evening, and also 10-morrow evening,' the Brandon Holt "Robinson Crusoe" -Pantomime Company will appear in the Frankton Town Hall , owing to the impossibility of securing a Hamilton theatre. Pantomime, as an attraction for young and old, has always been popular. The story of to-night's production is based on the favourite book, "Robinson Crusoe" with which everybody is familiar. An excellent cast of principals and a capable ballet and Qhorus will appear, many opportunities being provided for ilic introduction of several novel and attractive dances. Three clever comedians maintain a breezy atmosphere throughout, the number of comedy interludes occurring in the pantomime being of a most ludicrous nature. A number of the latest musical successes will be given. The company, which is wellspoken of, should attract, large audiences. Popular prices will be charged and a late bus service to Hamilton nas been arranged. TO-NIGHT—"THE BRAT." To-night will witness the first screening at the Theatre Royal of "The Brat," in seven acts, the greatest picture success of all the brilliant triumphs registered by that wonderful woman, "Nazimova" who on stasc and screen has been proclaimed to be "the world's best actress." The notable star is said to he incomparable in her wonderful delineation of the character from which the picture takes its title. The performance registered has been written of as "ever changing as an English April day—a story of smiles, tears, and mighty moments, in which spectators arc compelled to laugh, to cry and to sympathise with that lowly-born but intensely likeable girl 'The Brat,' " Elmo Lincoln's fine serial, "The Flaming Disc,", and excellent comedy, and three other worthy subjects will complete the very attractive programme, seals for which should be reserved at Paul's or over 'phone 1580. SESSUE HAYAKAWA TO-NIGHT. Many interesting and colourful scenes of the Orient, as well as the Occident, will be seen in "Li Tins Lang," a Roberlson-Colc special with Sessue Hayakawa, the noted Japanese actor, in the stellar role, will be screened this evening only at the Strand Theatre. In the picture Hayakawa plays the role of an Americanised Chinese who is familiarly known to his college chums as "Old Ting-a-Ling." This latest vehicle for the Nipponese star is a tremendous drama full of heart interest and appeal. Doris Pawn has the leading woman's role as Marian Halstead with whom Hayakawa falls in love. It is a sensational st'ory of Chinese intrigue, mystery, adventure and romance. The big comedy scream, "Cash Customers," together with No. 7 of "The Invisible Hand" serial supreme, and films in topical and educational, are included in the excellent programme. "MOTHER 0' MINE"—FRIDAY. Thos. H. Ince's tremendous special production "Mother o' Mine" will open

its two days' season at the popular Strand Picture House on Friday next. This is Thos. Ince's most spectacular production to date. It is a magnificent picturing of Rudyard Kipling's famous poem of the same name. The great cast includes Lloyd Hughes, Betty Blythe, Joseph Kilgour, Betty Ross Clark and Claire McDowell. Mr Norman Day will render the popular song in conjunction wi.th the screening. The plans will open to-morrow at the Novelty Depot, where early bookings arc advised. BIG FILMS AT "THE KING'S" The outstanding merit of to-night's double-value features at the King's Theatre should be magnetic enough' to pack the popular house. Dorothy Dalton, the virile actress who has won world fame in dance hall roles, especially in that fine film "The Flame of the Yukon," will star in "The Idol of the North," a pulsating story of the Canadian North West, produced by Paramount that is regarded as "the greatest success she has ever made." Another special feature will be an especially skilfully constructed detective cum mystery drama, "Partners of the Night," which relates a tensely dramatic story of many surprises that has been most admirably acted by Pinna Nesbil, Wm. Davidson and a very strong cast. Special music will accompany the unfoldings. Box plans are at Paul's. "THE CINGALEE." The extraordinary demand for seats at the box office (Paul's) indicates the keen interest which is being taken in the production of the "Cingalee." at the 1 Theatre Royal on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of next week. Each day the office has been open it been besieged, and everything points to the theatre being crowded at each performance. Judging by the good work done at rehearsals the production will be the most successful in the history of the Society. Principals and chorus alike have entered into their work with a vim, and the public will not be disappointed. A band of ballerinas will be seen in some artistic dances, and the strong orchestra will lend very valuable assistance. ' Special l and new up-to-date lighting effects will be introduced—in fact, nothing ■has been left undone to make "The Cingalec" a complete success, and the sparkling comic opera with its haunting melodies and merry dialogue should be most enjoyable from rise to ff.ll of curtain. The play-goers of Hamilton are looking forward to a very entertaining performance, and they will not be disappointed. Early enquiry at the booking office by those who intend to be present is advisable. Seldom if ever have Hamiltonians had such an exceptional opportunity given them for a night's enjoyment, so book at Paul's, and save disappointment.