THE OPERA HOUSE.

New Zealand Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic Review, Volume XX, Issue 1112, 3 August 1911, Page 16

THE OPERA HOUSE.

FULLER’S VAUDEVILLE COMPANY The crowds that throng to the Opera House every evening cannot complain of monotony in the programme presented, and that each item meets with their approval is evidenced by the insistent demands for encores. Every week sees some star turn, while the lesser lights also reflect their share of brilliance. Pride of place this week is given Harland and Rollison, comedy musicians, who evoke a furore of applause for their original sketch, in which they produce the sweetest music embrac-

ing familiar airs, from every conceivable make of instrument. In his manipulation of the concertina, one of the artists reveals himself as a past master in the handling of that instrument, and almost invests it with the power of speech. Mr. Colin Cameron also made his first appearance and with his silvery tenor voice is making a decided hit with the audience, his encore number “ Home Home” being rendered with a sympathy and expression that appeals strongly to. those present. That exceptionally clever trio —Potter-Hart well-Howard —are still making good with their novel “turn,” the twoheaded man, the barrel trick, the marvellous side somersaulting and hair raising balancing by the little lady, all combining to form a unique act. A. highly original “dummy” trick scores heavily at the public’s ex-

pense, who enter heartily into the joke. Club juggling is a specialty introduced by the Kelso Boys, who are rightly described as “ Australia’s wizards of motion,” theix’ feats being particularly smart. Another attraction is a pictorial item, in which a series of excellent views depict the main incidents in the Coronation. A big favourite is Miss Nellie Power, character comedienne, whose dainty rendering of “ Twinkle Little Star” is one of the gems of the evening. She is never allowed to leave without a double or triple -encore, which prove equally captivating,to her numerous admirers. Jack Kearns and Miss Ida Roslyn meet with a gratifying reception for “ Chips off ’ the Block,” the former being also a prime favourite for his comic work in the “circle.” Misses Delwyn and Tye give an acceptable Dutch duo and: dance, while Miss Elma Anderson is slill adding to her vocal successes, Miss Vera Kearns, Bob Lloyd and little Willie, all assisting by their respective specialities towards an enjoyable entertainment.