ENTERTAINMENTS.

Waikato Times, Volume 100, Issue 16828, 21 June 1926, Page 8

ENTERTAINMENTS.

THE COSSACKS TO-NIGHT. The famous Don Cossacks, who recently created a great sensation at the Queen’s Hall and the Albert Hall, London, will give a concert in Hamilton to-night, at the Theatre Royal. The London Times critic, in writing of their London performance, said: “They thrilled as few other choirs have thrilled. The Don Cossacks have been compared to a large organ played by a master, and the simile is an apt one. There Ls the majestic full organ, the. variety of solo stops, the voix celeste with closed box; and all the time them is the deep and resonant tone of the pedal organ in proper subordination, and yet affording Iho foundation on which the whole harmony is built.” The programme generally opens with a group of religious songs, followed by two groups of secular selections. Among these Russian folk songs are naturally to the fore, and the familiar Volga Boat Song is always received with great, enthusiasm. The conductor (Serge JarolT) and Hie choir are always strenuously applauded, and acknowledge the appreciation of the audience by adding sonic merry numbers, including an excellent dance by two nimble members of the choir. The plans are at Lewis R. Eady and Son’s, Ltd., where reserves may be had at 7s Od (plus tax). The choir comes here under the direction of E. .T. Carroll, who brought us Krcisler and the Sistine Choir. , “A RUNAWAY GIRL.” There is no doubt that “A Runaway Girl,” to be presented for a five-nights* season, commencing to-morrow, will be the Hamilton Operatic Society’s most successful production. A strong cast of principals is engaged, and the chorus, ballet and orchestra are undoubtedly the finest, yet seen in Hamilton. A feature will he the mounting, Hie scenery being very elaborate, while the dressing is charming and striking. Dress rehearsals have been held, giving some idea of the charm of the production. One spectacular item is, “Oh, Listen to the Band,” with a stirring march by girls in a striking military costume; this is sure to rouse the audience to enthusiasm. Another popular item will he “Follow the Man from Cook’s,” and there are other linn specialities. “A Runaway Girl” sparkles with merry dialogue and tuneful melodies, and there are touches of delightful sentiment. Mr A. E. Manning is producer, Mr Harold Piper conductor. Mrs IT. C. Boss pianist. Mr W. Blythe stage manager, Mrs Tabor Gregory ballet mistress, Mrs J. Denz wardrobe mistress. Seats should be booked at once at Paul’s Book Arcade. NEW STRAND AND FRANKTON. A most entertaining programme wall be shown at the above Theatres tonight. If you like thrills, if you want to laugh, if you like romance, if you enjoy good acting, if you can appreciate a marvellous cast, see Kcw Commandment,” T. Kanes initial picture for First National. 1* has all of the above and much more besides. “The New Commandment is a society melodrama made to order for the modern movie fan. There are big moments in Kane’s great picture In the cast are Blanche Sweet, Ben L>on, Holbrook Flinn, Dorothy Cummings, George Cooper, Pedro De Cordova, Kf»ie Shannon and many others. e supporting film, “The Devil s Cargo is a powerful dramh or Hie sea. seats may be booked at Lewis R. Lady antSon, Ltd., or by ’Phone 1422. the optimists. Those ciever people, The Optimists, brought their Hamilton season to a close on Saturday night, the n- = 1 varied programme pleasing toe audience greatly. The Optumsts left for Te Ai'pha to-day.