ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1402, 30 March 1912, Page 9

ENTERTAINMENTS.

OPERA HOUSE. Jansen, tho clever illusionist, continues to mystify large audiences at tho Opera House. Last night the "magician's" demonstrations wore greeted with warm applause. Besides being a very expert man of illusions, Jansen is a naturally pleasing eniertniner, and this is quite an important factor in his success. On Monday evening next Jansen will bo at tho General Post Oflico between 5 and 5.30 o'clock, and mingle freely with tho crowd. Tho person wlio first identifies him will receive .£5 from the management. THEATRE ROYAL. Fun-making goes on merrily at tho Theatre Royal. The performance of King and Millard, called "A Pair, of Liars," is a bright nnd highly-entertaining sketch. Roy Rene, impersonator of Hebrews, still retains his popularity; nnd Hugo and Olga, tho jugglers, add a touch of variety to the bill. To-night there will, be a new programme, headed by Frnser Shaw, Anglo-American actor-vocalist and yodeller. It is his first appearance in New Zealand. THE NEW THEATRE. A capital change of programme was »übmitted at tho New Theatre, Manners Street,, yesterday. The "Throo Bears," one of the star films, is a fairy story, interpreted pietorinlly by the S. and A. Company. The picture will bo screened at tho matinee this afternoon, and should be a popular ftem with (lie children. The A. B. Company have produced a very line dramatic study in "Tho Eternal Mother." "Boy Scouts to tho Rescue" is a Champion '(exclusive) film, and is of special interest to boys. "A Ranch Romance" is a very fine dramatic study, excellently produced. "Making Sates," "Tweedledum in a Girls' School," and "Bill Gets His Own Back' eo to mako up an excellent programme. "The Strang© case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," a pictorial reproduction of R. L. Stevenson's famous story, is the star yem of a capital programme now being screened at the Skating Rink, Vivian Street. I "The Heart of Nickette" is also an excellent studv of a photo drama of tho pathetic order. .The supporting items are good. Tho programme will be repeated this evening and there will be a matinee this afternoon. KING'S THEATRE.' Two.excellent dramatic studies, of a rather interesting nature head tho picture prograriimo now being screened at tho Kings Theatre. One of them—"Tho Housekeeper"—is worthy of special note, by reason of its scenic effects. A good nature study is always welcomed, and one of the best in this line is a film entitled "The Sacred Scarab." • The usual prizo matinee will tako place this afternoon.

STAR THEATRE. Another excellent variety of woll-selcct-od pictures is now being displayed tit the Stnr Theatre, Newtown. Included in tho programme is a thrilling dramatic picture, entitled "The Freshet," a Hood incident. Other pictures of merit are:— "Tho Dude Cowboy,*' "Who's Who in Doggieland," "His Krai Mate," "Winning an Heiress," and "The Vengeance of Visconti." A special prize matinee will bo given* this afternoon, and a 'complete change of programme is due on Monday evening. THE ADELPIII, OR—? Tho days for sending in suggestions for tho name of Wellington's latest picture theatre are getting to bo few, so those who desiro to compete have not much time. Tho theatre, situated at the back of Hume's Building, with a frontage on Willis Street, is in a good position, anil is a perfectly ventilated theatre, too. In addition to being very lofty, an electric suction fan has been placed in the roof, which clears the hall of nil hot and vitiated atmosphere. Another week or so should see all tho heavier work in connection with the building completed, and tho decoration, which will be on a most olnborato scale, will then bo commenced. The arm-chairs for the dress circle are finished, and only await placing in their positions. They, together with everything olso in connection with the building and decorating, hnve been made by local firms. PARIS THEATRE. The current programmo at the Paris prizo pictures drew another large gathering last night, the various subjects being well received. A matinee performance will be given this afternoon, commencing at 2.30, and any child attending will get a useful prize. To-night a complete change of programme will bo presented, each item of which will be entirely new to Wellington audiences, and will include tho following:—"Tho Stampede" (a stirring military item); "Poor Portuguese .foe" (a seafaring drama); "The Way of the World," "Her Choice," "The Girl and the Broncho-Buster," "Bicycle Bug's Dream," and "An Indian Legend." Tlio competition for a prize of the value of three guineas will again be a prominent feature of the performance this evening. SHORTTS PICTURES. Tho continuous picture show at Shortt's Theatre, in Willis Street, was largely patronised yesterday, and in the evening the building was crowded. Every item in the present programme is of high standard, and all arc screened in the usual finished style. The leading film is a dramatic subject entitled "Tho Vengeance of Licinius," a story of the days of Xero. Another, picture worthy of special mention is the "Tale of Two Cities," adapted by the Vit.igraph Com puny from Dickens s well-known novel. Two capital scenics arc "Iceland" and "Glimpses of Agra," while tho comic side of the entertainment is also well represented. This afternoon there will bo a special programme for children, nnd this evening the current programme will be screened for tho last time. t TO-NIGHT'S ORGAN RECITAL. Mr. Maughan Barnett (city organist) will give the weekly organ recital in the Town Hall to-night. Mr. John Prouse will sing Matter's Non Ever," and Handel's "Hear Me, Ye Winds." The organ solos chosen aro Mendelssohn's Sixth .Sonata, Rendel's "Dornroschen," Bach's Choral Prelude, "Sleepers, Awake," and compositions by Guilmant, Hensclt, and Wely. WELLINGTON LIEDERTAFEL. Mr. James Stephens presided at the annual meeting of tho Wellington Lieder-. tafel held on Thursday evening. The" financial statement presented showed a marked improvement in tho affairs of the I society, tho liabilities having been roI duced" from .£'2os to ,£lB ts. (id. in three years, tho latter being the amount of the deficiency for last season. The officers elected were:—President, Mr. A. L. Herdman, M.P.;,;Yice;presidcnts, Messrs. 1\ Grady, A./ Gray, A. Macintosh, F. V. Waters, Jam'es'ivitephensvD, Jackson, J..-. 13. Hurcourf, anil 0. H. Bannister/ lion; conductor, Mr. Robert Parker; hon. secretary and treasurer, Mr. W. D. Gorham; lion, librarian; Mr. G. Parsons; hon. auditor, Mr. C. Hawson; hon. pianist, Mr. Eric Waters; committee, Messrs. Hugh Wright and W. W T arren. and Rev. A. W. H. Compton. It was decided that four instead of three concerts be given in each season for tho future, each moniber to receive four tickets for eacfr concert. It was also resolved that a secondary subscription of 10s. per annum be established enabling each member so subscribing to two tickets for each concert. Tho first concert will probably be given during May.