ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1490, 12 July 1912, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS.

MISS MAEGAItET COOPER. The weather of Inst evening did. not conduco to a desertion of Dicartli nrnl Homo; still a fairly large audience was present at the Opera lion so to be charmed with the individualistic art of that i';u>ciuating onturtainer, Miss Margaret Cooper, vJio was tho cheeriest antidote to tho gloomy meteorological conditions that ono could imagine, i'o hear her sing such Classics in puro frivol as "AguthaUreen,' , .Catch Me," "Hello, Tu-tu," and "Janifa" is as br-acing as spring in tho countryIho delicacy and refinement with which slio invests her every number is a factor that appeals to all. She is ably assisted by Air. Horace Witty, a likcablo baritone with tho saving grace of humour; Air. 11. Leslie Scott, racontour and monologuist; and Signer Manzoni, a particularly clover exponent of tho mandolin. Tho saino programnio will bo repeated this evening, l'o-niorrow evening there will be a coiupleto. change of programme. Miss Cooper will sing Vilroiimlaiid," "i'luinstones" (a big London success); "Como to Town, .Miss Brown," "When lin Grown Up," and those established favourites, "Agatlm Green," and ''Catch Ale." Many suburban residents anil those unable to leave their homos of an evening v;ill be interested to learn that a matinee performance will be given on Saturday afternoon,

. FULLERS' PICTURES.' A capital programme of now pictures was presented ac the Ingcstre Street Skating Kink last evening. The programme was rich in fine educative travel pictures, which'are always appreciated' by. those, who take their picture entertainments seriously. One picture escorted those prosent through China, showing views of several of the huddled cities, with interesting glimpses of the l crowded street life; andfclier transported the spectator to the Turkish coast round Scutari; and a third displayed the attractions of the Isle ol Man.. Amongst the dramatic pictures, "Tho Ranchman's' Debt of Honour" stood out as distinctly interesting. The foolish ranchman, who ought to know better, meets a professional gambler,in & saloon,'and,.of course, is induced to play until' he mortgages his horses.' The gambler is taken to view the animals lie has effected a lien over, and there meets his victim's, daughter, with whose charms lie is immediately smitten. His advances ■are met by a swinging smack from the girl, who is ajready pledged to another. Resolved to win her by foul means, ho seeks to eiiibarrass her father by getting his confederates to steal the horses in the middle of tho night. The next day is a ■ black ono for the ranchman, and he is being bullied into consenting to give his daughter to the man when the girl finds the pocket-book of the gambler in the stable. With the money that it contains the gambler is paid off at the crucial moment, being unable to plead ownership for fear of being incriminated as a horsethief. OthiTi'pictures screened were "The Secret of tie Aliser's Cave," "The Two Orphans," "A Game of Chess," and "Constable Smith." A matinee will be given to-morrow afternoon.

THE KING'S THEATRE. A chango of programme of ■an interesting -character was screened at tho ■King's Theatre last evening. One of-the best of the series is a comedy, entitled ' The Schoolmain of Stoney Gulch," which depicts with a wealth of amusing detail the wooing of Bess, 'the new school teacher, by Dick, the ranch foreman. The character of Bess is. played by an actress with a good deal of charm, and Dick is also impersonated by an actor of undoubted ability. ' Another excellent comic play is "The Marriago of Billy." Another new picture o£ interest was tho Fantasia Troupe," an acrobatic act of liair-raisin<j daring . and consummate skill. The hydroplane is an invention of Which a good' deal is being heard- of; late. A picture shows it in action, in company with motor-boats, with astonishing powers of speed. Other pictures which pleased were "The Dormouse," A Bnite's Revenge," "Fate's Buffeting*; , ' and Guard of. Honour to the Tsar." The ■management of ,the King's have f? cur " 1 ,, A, eeries,.of,,soientifio!.film9:,fro!ri the Old , Country, and it- is the intention to give a special matinee performance in ■ the near future, to which all tho members of the medical profession and medical students -in Wellington will be invated. ■.-...' - .-■ . : . ,-■. On Monday evening the romantic war drama, "The Traitress,' , will be shown, inis is said to be a particularly fine picture from the Walturdam studio Miss Asta Ne-ilsen appears in the chief rode.

THE NEW THEATEE. MacMahon and Donnelly's continuous picture entertainment provided enjoyment tor large attendances throughout yesterday. A complete change of programme will bo introduced to-day.. The Cines drama Spring and Autumn" is a pleasing story, ably interpreted, and well staged. Hel'onuation," a-Hopwix drama, is a narrative of English domestic life among tho poorer classes. The Edison Company aflord some very fine views in tho scenic study. "St. John's, Newfoundland." A stirring drama of tho Wild West, "The .Cattle Thief's Brand," abounds in characteristic situations of a type which invariable evokes enthusiasm. A popular comedian scores a hit in his latest exploit, entitled "Calino as a Cowboy." Another laughable item is the -Vita»raph ■feature" comedy, "A Problem in Seduction. Commencing this evening is a delightful romance entitled "Snnset," by tho Vitagraph Company. Next Monday the exclusive, dramatic sensation "Redemption" will be introduced. This'importation has teen-specially secured for this theatre.. ,

.".SHOIWTS -PICTUBES. A completo change of programme was presented by the Shortt's picture manage-ment-yesterday. Tho new programme was in keeping with previous; ones submitted, the various subjects being calculi ,t? satlsfy all tastcs - A-picture by the A.B. and Co., entitled "The Victim of Circumstantial Evidence" was the "star" production, and appeared to bo followed with interest by krge numbers of people throughout tho twelve hours' continuous «ii w i 4 • beautifully-coloTired film, hliades.of Winter," afforded spectators remarkable Views of country covered with snow ui winter time. Other pictures of merit wcro: "Only a Factory "The Burglar's Fee," "Animal Studies," "Celebrating His Saint's Day." In addition to the above many more interesting films VMo presented. Tho same programme will bo shown to-day and to-night.

'THE ADELPHI. ..Business at .the Adelphi Theatre last night,, m spite of -the inclemency of the weather, was very good. The present programme proved very acceptable. Some excellent comedy i s provided by "Alkali "fM -i ? nd -,r, one i e Sweethearts," whilst Children }\ ho. Labour," "A Boy of. the Revolution, and "The.Baiiker's Daughter supply the dramatic portion of the programme. "Tho Adelphi Male Quartette will make their second appearance-to-night in "Good-night, Beloved," and during their items a special film will be serened. _ Judging by tho success which they achieved last week, they should receive a very cordial reception again tonight;

THE DANDIES. Thoro was a very larje and appreciative audience at tho Concert Chimiber of the Town Hall lost evening, when Mr Edward Bmnsoombo's tuknted little company, llie Dandies" (red), appeared in a number of new items. As this company, which has appeared nightly for the past six weeks, are to clofo their lon» and successful season on Snturdav nielit next, to-night and to-morrow night will be the last two opportunities of witnessing the enjoyable entertainments which they provide. Mr. Claude Dumpier rendered scvern 1 new itoni.s, ils well-as mamret|iiost numbers. New items mu \ " rc . miests were nlso rendered by Miw Ireno We, soubrette. M.iw Evelyn Ward, contralto nnd Mi« Hilda Lane, joprmio. iui. beorge Morgan,, dancer, and hVht comedian, delighted the audience • with e ever dancing and rones. Mr. Gavin Wood, basso, was. in good voice, and rendered liis items to perfection, and Mr Ulivor Jeaoock, lyric baritone, was much ISm. de ¥!" n< : ~°, n WKlwday, .Tulv 21, Tho Dandies' (ercen) will -make 'their first annenranco in the Concert Chamber. Xhia conipany gives an entertainment oji prncticaliy the Mine lines as "The Dnndies" (red), and will present new songs, dances, jokes, etc.