PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE.
This place of amusement was better attended than usual last evening, when Boucicault's drama of " Elfie" was reproduced. This is one of that talented author's very best productions, and deserves a better fate than has hitherto attended it. It abounds in sensational positions, and is of a high moral tone throughout. Last night the actors best deserving of mention were Mr Joyce, as the usurious miser, a character which he sustained inimitably, Mr Hill as the benevolent physician, and Mr Hoskins as the itinerant exhibitor of wax-works. Miss Colville, as Elfie, the honest and true-hearted drudge of the inn, which she managed with her usual great ability, was above all praise ;' and Mrs Hill ) quite looked the " belle of the village," and acted with her usual grace. All, however, acted their parts well, and the scenery was remarkably good. The piece will be repeated to-night.
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Auckland Star, Volume II, Issue 607, 20 December 1871, Page 2
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149PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. Auckland Star, Volume II, Issue 607, 20 December 1871, Page 2
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