OPERA HOUSE.

New Zealand Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic Review, Issue 1531, 28 August 1919, Page 32

OPERA HOUSE.

A varied programme meets the approval of Opera House patrons this week, vaudeville and revue being seen at its best. The Delevantes strike the topnote in sensations with their fearlessness and agility on the flying trapeze, while the juvenile member gives one fresh thrills. Wendy and Alphonse make a visit worth while with their smart musical act, comprising a duet, “Maryland,” a pianologue, “Jones of the Lancers,” by Alphonse, and a burlesque on “Sympathy.” The Harrington Reynolds Dramatic Company put on a playlet, “The Divorce Question,” which opens up debatable problems of the day. A youthful juggler in Edgar Benyon provides an interesting few moments with his celerity, and Jolly John Larkin contributes songs and jokes. Mr. Bert La Blanc’s Revue Company have the second half of the entertainment in their own hands, and their popularity is never in doubt. Mr. La Blanc sets the pace for unrestrained laughter, and Mr. Jake Mack makes a trusty foil. Miss Queenie Paul is a dainty asset to the company, and she and Mr. Mike Connors have the main portion of the vocal offerings. Miss Olga Ray, Miss Maggie Buckley, Tilton and West, and Mr. Ray combine with the energetic chorus and ballet dancers towards the enjoyment of this latest frivol, “Then They Woke Up.” Miss A. Henry, who directs the ballets, figures gracefully in a Scottish dance.