ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 3, Issue 853, 27 June 1910, Page 9

ENTERTAINMENTS.

THEATRE ROYAL, The mystical, manner in which Mora ■"the "White Mahatora" answers onesEons (written out, but retained by jnombers of the audience) continues to astonish the largo numbers who have visited the- Theatre Rov.il (luring the past few days. The burlesque, of a Spanish hull-fight by Giiillauwc, Baby, and' their dogs, still provokes general sne-rrimcut, and the Do Ro Mi Trio of musical downs are responsible for many hearty laughs. These star people, together with the other members of an able company, will appear this owndug in an entirely new programme. HIS MAJESTY'S. Both matinee and evening exhibitions ' it His Majesty's Theatre on Saturday were well attended. To-night there will . 'bo an important addition to tbo present strong .'programme. Tins is a picture showing the lying-in-state of the body of tho late King and the fuueral procession, at both London and Windsor, guarded en route by 10,000 bluejackets and marines. The showing of these ■news here to-night must be accredited • a record in tho annals of speedy film production, for the pictures were taken, developed, printed, and dispatched on May 20, tho day of the funeral. Mr. John Full* took delivery of them in Auckland yesterday, and with tho view of preventing any posi sible' delay at this end, he put them through tho machine and spooled them Teady for projection, so that, barring tho unlikely event of a railway accident, they will be shown here to-night, •38 davs after leaving London. Mr. 1 idler reports that, despite their hurried production, they are an exceptionally clear and interesting series, abounding in graphic details and displaying unmistakably tho love and veneration with which "the late King was regarded by his sorrow-stricken subjects. In interest they exceed the utmost anticipations. : KING'S THEATRE. A solemn film, being a spool of tlio ;■:■ funeral of King Edward, is to be tlio principal feature of to-night's picture '■'■ entertainment at the King's Theatre. ■•. JTho last rites in connection with tlio death of a great monarch are said to i' bo illustrated with good effect in this ■ running photograph, which has ken i- sent out bv the quickest route..to the order of West's and tho Royal Picture Syndicate. The best pictures of the current programme will also be exhibited to-night, and the King's funeral film will be screened throughout tho week. There is hardly any question -that tlio public will recognise very warmlv tho enterprise of the management of tho West and Royal Pictures, which will 1 Tesnlt in their being able this evening to throw on their screen the abovementioned reproduction of tho procession 'and ceremony. The management states, that tho procession wffi lx> seen from start to finish, and the public should be assured of witnessing a spectacle of rare magnificence and of national and world-wide interest. Special music appropriate to the occasion will bo played by the King's Orchestra. THE KING'S FUNERAL. . There should bo a large audience at the Town Hall to-night, when Messrs. John Fullei and Sons will give a special exhibition of a film depicting the procession in London of King Edward's funeral. Tilb film is said to show all tlie important incidents, and clear photographs of the large numbers of rulers ol tho world. Utsides the picture of the funeral, a specially-Selected programme of the latest moving picture novelties will be shown. STAR PICTUKES. ( There will be a complete change of programme at St. Thomas's Hall, Newtown, to-night. The great feature will bo tho pictures describing the funeral of King Edward. A crowded attendance ought to be assured in view of tho appearance of these pictures. MADAME CARRENO. A large audielico will, no doubt, be present at the Optra House this evening lo greet iilaiiainc Carreno and give her a cheering reception after her throe years ot absence in foreign countries. With her comes a glimpse of the great European concert rooms and their enthusiastic crowds, where Jie is so well hlo.vn, and as :iiue.h admired. A story is told of a recent occasion, where the ■uidicnco positively refused to depart until encores to the' number of four or five had been given in succcasioii. Then a number of tho pmpln scrambled upon the platform, and started 10 shake hands with tlio groat player. A procession of rather dishevelled looking folk, waving handkerchiefs, then made for tho green room, to say "Goodnight," and beg a souvenir from her heaps of bouquets. Her experiences in Melbourne and Dnnedm (the two towiiß •so far visited on the present tour) have been somewhat similars The box plan is at tho Dresden, where seats may ho booked, or tickets for the unreserved stalls purchased. "MENDLE'S MARRIAGE." To-night and to-morrow night in tho Concert Chambcn of the Town Hall tho comedy "Mendle's Marriage" will bo given by members of the Wellington Catholic Club, in aid of the funds of that institution. "Mendle's Marriage" is a brightly-written piece, and the fun commences with tho rise of the curtain. Tho actions of "Monty" Mendle in trying to impersonate an officer of the 'Army, in order to deceive n rich relative, are responsible for many hilarious situations. The artists, who have tho assistance of a professional coach, have been in active rehearsal for some weeks past, and should givo a good account of themselves. Tho orchestra will lie under tho direction of Mr. Dave Kenny. Tho tickets are selling rapidly, arid as tho seating capacity of tho hall is limited, intending patrons *are advised lo book seatH early to-day. Tho box plan is on view at tho Dresden. The performance will be under tlio patronage of the Hon. Dr. Findlay, tho Mayor, and Archbishop Redwood. SKATING RINK. In order that enthusiasts who desiro to learn graceful skating may have individual tuition, tho management of the Olympia Rink have arranged for private sessions daily. The other sessions—2.3o, 0, and 7.30 p.m.—are patronised as largely as over, for the reason that beginners arc quickly ranking as fair skaters, and those who have been able to "go alone" for a week or two are fast becoming experts op tho rollers. BAND AT NEWTOWN PARK. The Garrison Rand conducted an open-air concert at Newtown Park yesterday afternoon, and, although tho weather was rather chilly, a crowd of large dimensions sat or strolled in tlio grounds enjoying the music.