The Famous “Diggers”

New Zealand Tablet, 19 January 1922, Page 31

The Famous “Diggers”

(Under the direction of Messrs. Fama and Lawson.) The Original Soldier Combination whose Performances have gained an International Reputation. Match out for the arrival*of the “Diggers” in your town, and DON’T MISS THEIR UNIQUE ENTERTAINMENT. The Famous “Diggers” believe in honest Advertising, and' you may take their word for it: That the programme they are presenting now is the Best they have ever produced. That it is Costing more than any programme they have yet produced. That the Artists performing with them are the strongest they have yet introduced. That the Dresses were made in London and the show is the Best Dressed of its kind -now travelling. That the Scenery and Lighting are the most Elaborate ever attempted outside Metropolitan areas. That they have the Strongest Coterie of Comedians of any travelling company. ~ , _ That no company in Australia has a Greater Quartette ‘ of Vocalists. That the Baritone (Gwilym Davies) will appeal to you as one of_the Best you have ever heard. That the Vocal Quartette is thoroughly up-to-date and present the latest harmonious hits. That the four Comedians are Messrs. Joe Valli, from the Palladium, London, Bert Barton (late of J. C. Williamson’s Pantomihe), Frank Moran, seven feet of laughter, and Tano Fama whom you all saw last time. That the Sketch “Tickets Please” is the funniest you ever laughed at. ' * That the Egyptian scene is a Masterpiece of Good Scenery, Beautiful-Dresses and Coloring. ’ ’ That the Song Numbers in the show will undoubtedly prove to be all winners and all new to you. That you will Laugh Louder and Longer at this Digger’s show than you have ever done. That the Diggers’ show is Better than you have ever seen before. - lIS’ The Famous “Diggers” are now touring Central Otago and will be at Kaitangata, Friday, January 20; Balclutha, Saturday, January 21; Palmerston, Monday, January 23; Oamaru, Tuesday, January 24. —7— '■ Thine eyes may not behold the light of day, Or pierce the cloud encompassing thy way' But bright shall be thy heaven when death unfolds The mysteries that life so long withoMs !