ENTERTAINMENTS.

Waikato Times, Volume 98, Issue 16152, 28 November 1924, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

THEATRE ROYAL AND FRANKTON'B OWN. Romance, intrigue, and adventure amid the big shows of the north-west, from the theme of Jack London’s stirring tale, “The Son of the Wolf,” which heads' the new programme commencing at the Theatre Royal and Frankton's Own to-night. Included In the story are some of the Important dramatic Incidents of Jack London’s other memorable story, “The Wife of a King,” the blending of the two narratives making a tale of thrilling drama. The second big attraction Is "Peter the Great,” a Paramount picture which is said to be one of the biggest pictures of the year. The third big attraction Is one of those delightful Our Gang comedies entitled "One Terrible Day,” which is said to be in a class by itself. Gazettes and reviews complete the bill. There will be a splendid matinee to-morrow at 2.30, when children will be admitted for half-price. NEW STRAND THEATRE. Seldom, If ever, is a moving picture actor called upon to topple ofT a cliff while mounted on his horse, but this feat, nevertheless, is performed by John Gilbert In the latest William Fox western production, “Romance Ranch." You will be appalled by this remarkable scene. It Is so realistic that you are led to brieve that the handsome Fox star has gone to his death accompanied by his noble horse. The support, “The Brute Master,” features Hobart Bosworth. This picture Is one of the best that have been screened for some time, therefore patrons may look forward to an excellent night’s entertainment. Seats may be booked at Lewis R. Eady and Son’s, Ltd., or by theatre 'phone 1422. “EAST LYNNE” AT STRAND. In Mrs Henry Wood’s production of modernised "East Lynne” there comes to the screen a splendidly produced and excellently enacted drama of compelling strength. Hugo Ballin, the director, has built into this pioture a thoroughly convincing story of striking intensity. It opens at the New Strand for a season of three nights, commencing next Tuesday. It is i tale of passions and retributions which carries with it a singularly significant preachment and drives home unswervingly a moral that many pulpits aim for. The prbduotion throughout is in keeping with the established Ballin standard of rich and elaborate Investiture and a oast of great competence. Miss Mabel Ballin is called upon to enact a role of heavy dramatic exactions, and she succeeds in registering almost the entire gamut of emotions. On the same programme will be a verygood six-part comedy, “The Girl in Ihe Limousine,” featuring two of the world’s greatest comedians, Larry Semon and Charles Murray. It is earnestly requested that Intending patrons should book their seats 'early to avoid disappointment. Plan at Lewis R. Eady and Son., Ltd. ■ ■ -- i GALA DAY AT HORSHAM DOWNS. At Horsham Downs to-morrow a big day will be held in aid of the hall luntjs. The ladies have been assiduously preparing for a long time for a sale of work, and the results of their labours will be turned into cash tomorrow, while a programme of musical and other items will be gone througn during the afternoon, with an entertainment in the evening. It is hoped that a substantial sum towards liquidating the debt on the ball will result.