ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1444, 20 May 1912, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS.

THEATRE ROVAL. A delighted "house" watched (lie performances of tin; clever M'llttns a:ul other -irtists at the Theatre Royal on Saturday night. Tho programme which held the beards hi -1 week is being re[H*iited for (he linn'. There is In bo a complete change to ; uight, the now artists being (he Reese Trio, instrumentalists direct from l-'rauce, introducing J.a-Petite--1 .auric, contortionist anil head balancer, "Sylvester," a magician from Europe, Kitty liiivuor, serio, aud Veda Hareourt, sopi'lllw, FULLERS' PICTURES. An entertaining aiul varied programme. r,f pictures was screened at tho Skating Hint in Vivian Street for (he la c -t timo mi .Saturday evening. The comic and dramatic itoms in ro well up (o standard, and some beautiful scenic pictures .were also shown. "A Day in an Austrian Iron Mine" is an interesting picture, and as much might bo said of "The Art of JiuJitsu." To-night thero will bo a complete change of programme. KING'S THEATRE. To those whose privilege it was to applaud (he divine Sarah when she visited Australia .-nine years ago, the opportunity to be afforded by tho West's management of seeing this grei>le.-.t of great Preuch actresses in one oi' her leading roles at

the King's Theatre should be highly welcomed. To those to whom the name of Sarah Bernhardt is only familiar through it knowledge of t/io world's histrionic records, this production trill come (so tho management state) as a revelation in art; Madame Sarah Bernhardt has been u celebrated actress for so many years that it is somewhat to be wondered at that no one has ever succeeded in rivalry with her for supremacy. Though many young artists have front time to time acquired European notability, not one of them has equalled, or even approached, tho artistic renderings with which Sarah Bernhardt':; name is associated. A visit, to the King's Theatre to-night should be all convincing. THE NEW THEATRE. During all sessions on Saturday, crowded attendances were recorded at MaciU.'thou and Donnelly's continuous picture show at the New Theatre, Manners Street. The principal draw, ".Living Paris, Day by Day," owes its popularity not only to tho interesting character of the plot, but also to the magnificent views of tho streets of the gay city, aud the charming panoramics of the metropolis. Tho story vividly contrasts human joys and frivolities with unswerving love and devotion. Tho supporting subjects includo several other entertaining numbers, of which "A Moulder of Souls" (Reliwe drama) is the most notable. "Living Paris, Day by Day," will bo shown for the last time to-day and to-night. Tho customary complete change to-mor-row will introduce what, is described as a thrilling dramugraph, "Sicilian Blood," portraying, it is stated, some -very intenso emotion. SHORTT'S PICTURES. There wero large attendances at Shortt'g Continuous Picture 'i'heatTtv on Saturday, when tho excellent programme of tho preceding days was repeated. There was a special programme for children in tho nfternoon. It is announced that a very

lino entirelv ltetv programme is ready for to-day. The star film is entitled "A Trip lo tho Pole," and is on the lines of that clover trick film, "A Trip to the Sun." ST. THOMAS'S PICTURES. Tho pictures shown at St. Thomas's llall, Now town, under the Fuller direction, attracted large attendances on Saturday. "Tho Widow Jenkins and Her Admirers" was one of th« favourite films, and tho programme included some fine scenic and other subjects. Thero will lx> a complete change to-night. STAR THEATRE. Tho patrons of tho Star Theatre, Newtown, had their last look 011, batiirday night at "Tho Cup Winner, T'lnimng Arrows," and the rest of tho lino hints ot "the late programme. A Sarah Bernhardt representation will bo tho leadtnj feature of tho new selection, which will be shown to-night. THE ENGLISH PIERROTS. The success of this clovor company was demonstrated on Saturday evening. At 7.15 tho hall was packed and numbers had to go away disappointed. With Mr. Mavnard Dakin and Miss Langley at their best and all tho other artists in splendid form the performance went with a swing from start to finish. Tho humorous element prevails throughout and a continuous ripple of merriment developing frequently into roars of laughter is the rule with the gay Tierrots. Double and treble encores necessarily prolonged the pro"rarame ami the Pierrots showed marked orisiunlitv iu presenting their novel itoms. To-night a complete change will bo presented this including several novelties, and special mention may bo mado of a ori"inal burlesque drama .entitled lite Fellow who got the Tip." The season concludes on. Wednesday night. _ The Pierrots will open their northern lour on Thursday evening, when they aro to appear at Lower llutt. "EVERY WOMAN." To-morrow night nt the Opera House ■Mr. J. C. Williamson's dramatic companv, headed by iMiss Ilildiv Spov\£, will pve-'ent for the first time to Wellington playgoers the dramatic spectacle "Every-

woman." The scenery antl effects arrived bv the Jlokoia, in charge of Mr. Williamson's mechanics, and -t full scenery and lighting rehearsal will take place this evening. The company have just finished what the management describe as one of Ihe most successful seasons ever enjoyed by a J. C. Williamson attraction in tho southern city. Only six representations can bo given of "Evervwoman" as. on Tncsdav week, antl two following nights, the season will close with threo productions of "Pas-'evs-B.v" which is at present attracting audiences in'both England and America. "Everywoman" is deserilied as the kind of ploy which appeals to everv section of the community, as during the unfolding of the story, which contains some big dramatic situations, tho attdiencc is at the same time gazing on elaborate stage settings, magnificent scenevv, beautifully dressed characters, antl throughout the"pieea a full orchestra plays music, which wps specially written for "Plverywoman" by George Whitofield Chadwick. Playgoers will 110 doubt bo glad to welcome Mist' Hilda Spoilt,', who created a sensation iu Australia by her interpretation of "Everywoman." Walter Browne, the author of "Everywoman," it is said, has overcome the difficulties arising from tho necessary transfer of ideas from the allegorical to the actual. This not only serves for the display of nimblo 1 wit, but calls nl'o for the aid of a rcadi- ' ness to make-believe on the part of Hie listener. Thus the life progress of the heroine, from the shelter of her happv home to the riot and revelry of a theatrical carpai', thence lo inevitable disillusionment and sorrow, and finally to thn quiet circle within which true love and happiness await her return is followed with interest. Mr. William Desmond, who will make his reappearance here in the role of Nobodv, has already earned distinction in New Zealand.

Tho box plans aro now open at. the Dresden where s"ats in central no-ih'ous can lie selected in either (he dress circle or reserved stalls. Day sales are at Ohristeson's.

THE ADEI.Pm THEATfIE. There appears To be indication I hal Tuesday night next will .-w? a bumper house fur the opening of the .Adelphi Theatre, as the pluti for the re-'enrd portion- of the hou-e is (tiling fast'. The booking plan is at ihe Adelphi sweet store, next lo the theatre, and no extra charge i= being made fur the privilege ul rcstniug -cats. Air. A. 1., llordmun. 11.P.. is to perform the ceremony of declaring Ihe theatre optu, antl n chiuming souvenir programme hits been printed for the occasion, one of which will be presented lo every memlier of Ihe audience. What will in all probability prove an in-tvre.-ting Inaction will be Ihe presentation of their cheques, lo the winner- in the recent natr.iut: competition, u'lom the management are anxious should allend personallv t<o icteive lliem. In order to avoid disappointment, il i- again pointed out that, holders of competition tickets will not be ndmittc/1 on tho=c 011 the npenin:; niKbt, but will bo admitted _oa aw future oafe