ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 4, Issue 1113, 28 April 1911, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

OPERA 11OUSK. "The Angel of His Dreams" adheres more closely to the. laws of dramatic com struction than its forerunner at the Opera House, and is, moreover, a much more interesting play. Those who appreciate melodrama, among whom are included Hie crowds which thionged to sec "lho Bad Girl of (ho Family," should make a iiole of this, as playgoers are frequently led to.believe that the first is always the best villi a dramatic company, lhe company appear.- to better advantage m '"the Ansel of His Dreams," and several good performance-; are noted, namely I hose of Mi.s Ada Guildfonl as Hilda Hovel, Mr. Hcntley as the Rev. Endaile, and Mr. Klanfo'rd as llajor ■ terrors. Tlio new play will be staged In-night and to-mor-row night, and on Monday will give way to the defective drama, "Xick Carter.' "Nick Carter, Detective," is full of thrilling situations, and the. mounting of the piece, is said to be gorgeous in the extreme. The full metropolitan company and effects have been sent, io Wellington. A murder, an attempt at execution, a sensational leap on a pony s back through an open window by the hero, and an attempt to wreck the tram, and safe robbery, are only a fev of the ninny sensations which "Xick Carter provides. The piece has drawn crowded houses in all the. Australian capitals, lho box plan is now open at the Dresden.

THEATRE ROYAL. A capital vaudeville programme is pleasing patrons of the Theatre Royal this week. Tho "star" turn is that provided by Harris and Vernon, skiliul American dancers and comedians,, who are as unconventional as they are smart, and. never fail Io arouse enthusiasm. Other good artists on the bill are .lames Marion, the IMiodesburys, Ihc Seyffer Twins, the Racoons, Malwl Lynnc, and the Gibson Girls.

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. To lovers of horticulture few things more captivating have been cxltibiud kinematograpliicaily than "The BirUi of the Flower," a dunning set of pictures shown at His Majesty's Theatre last evening. Buds ot daffodils, hyacinths, Japanese lilies, narcissi, and rotes are seen, bursting into bloom, the process of hours or (lays, as the case may he, in so maiy seconds. Another very pretty film is "The Beauty Competition for Children," showing quite an array of little competitors in a big beauty show—chubby little darlings, dark and,fair, with the fascinating indifference of childhood's innocence imprinted on each wee face. Kome of tho beauties are in tears. On the dramatic side a strong feature of the new programme is "The Border Rangers." One of these .gallants has arrested a "greaser" in the act of smuggling. He is one of a gang who,' for vengeance s.ike, kidnap a ranger's sweetheart, and afterwards the ranger himself. But they are careless fellows, these smugglers, for they keep no watch, and the rangers soon arrive in force, and effect a capture of the. whole of tho gang. Tho theatrical tasta is catered for in a representation of "Hamlet," but truth to tell it is but a shoddy production of the real thing, though interesting in places to those with a knowledge of Shakespearean tragedy. A beautiful scsnic. picture is that showing the Falls of Prieda in Saragossa. Other pictures of varying interest nrc "Priscilla's Engagement Kiss," "The Family Bear," "Taranto" (scenic), "Jean and the AVaif." "Gold-mining in South .Africa," and "Tweedledum as an Aviator." Tho management announces that, to-morrow afternoon children will be admitted downstairs, for 3d.

KING'S THEATRE. In the selection of pictures presented at the King's Theatre last, night, the most remarkable was a magnificent study, entitled "The Arctic Ocean"—a series of views taken round Spitsbergen and Franz Joseph Land. First of all" arq shown (as the limit of the frozen sea is reached) those outposts of the frozen Arctic, the icebergs, iu all their icy whiteness, and, as the failing light plays on them and on the'Calm'sea' 'aroiiud-fliem, the effect produced is striking and weird. Tho consummation of the picture t was reached when, away on the horizon, the midnight sun is seen illumining that sea of snow and silence with feeble rays. A comedy of marital infelicity is enacted in "Incompatibility of Temper." A' young man and his wife are seen at breakfast, and it is very evident that the novelty of wedded life is rapidly disappearing. They begin to quarrel, and, at last, tho mere man, exasperated beyond control, commits the enormity of striking his wife. Other developments follow, and then his troubles begin. He is his own cook, servant, and everything else. He successfully scalds himself, runs a needle through his'finger, and just when petty troubles are, showering thick and fast upon him, his wife, who loves him dearly, returns, and a reconciliation takes place. •Tnthe's Gazctle" is a splendidly illustrated budget of recent happenings in the Old World. A sinking and interesting view is given of a parade of Ihe Irish Guards on St. Patrick's Day. They are apparently all stalwart men, and, as they march past in their huge bearskins and brilliant uniforms, they look tho very models of soldierly smartness. Other events chronicled are: A lifeboat display before the Prince of Wales, the finish of the Lancaster , Handicap, and the latest fashions in hairdressine and ladies' costumes from Paris. The popular Wild West drama is not forgotten, and the film "Western Romance" is a typical film of its kind. The usual cowboys are shown, and the same "bad" man, who after perpetrating various villainies, receives a verv short shrift at the hands of

"Judge Lynch." Lovers of the humorous and ludicrous lind their taste gratified by two lauehable studies, "No Dogs Allowed," and "Babylas is Fond of Play." Other films worthy of mention include, "Border Hanger." dramatic; "Asia Minor," scenic.; "Priscilla's Engagement Kiss," comic. . THE NEW THEATHE. Excellent business continues at the New Theatre in Manners Street, where good pictures and comfort appeal to a discriminating public. A new programme is due to-day. The pictures to bo presented will include "The I?ed Sinn's Persecution." "Unrequited love," "Hank and Lank," "Motoring Under Difficulties," and "Scenes on Lake Como." SKATING KINK. With the approach of winter evenings, roller, skating becomes a more seasonable pastime, and the attendances at Fullers' Kink are increasing at each session. The fancy skating indulged in by Madame Kent! causes much favourable comment from the patrons of-this popular place of amusement. The band contributes pleasing items during the evening, which add to the enjoyment. Mr. Alexander Prince, a concertina player of note, was a through passenger bv'fhe Mokoia from Sydney to Christchurch this trip. Ho came out from Homo under engagement to Harry Rickards, under whoso management he toured \ustralin for three months. Hp is nt present under - engagement to Messrs. John Fuller and Sons for a tour of New Zealand.