ENTERTAINMENTS.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1501, 25 July 1912, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

■< THE XtlW DANDIES. The Dandies (red) having departed for phstures new in the north, their places were filled .at the cosy Concert Chamber last evening by the Dandies (green), a completely new Company direct from Hobart, where they played a long and singularly successful season. Judging by the reception accordcd to the new Dandies last evening by a surprisingly large audience, considering the bad weather, they are likely to prove every bit as acceptable to Dandy-lovers as tho debited entertainers, as they provide a bright and cheerful entertainment, generously sprinkled with wholesome fuu and clever mumming, and once they become more au fait with their audiences, they are likely even to do better than was the caso last evening, though none of tho artists had the slightest cause to complain of any lack of warmth in the receptions they were accorded, which were cordial to a degree. The style of entertainment is very much akin to that, of tho departed Dandies, solos, duets, trios, and monologues— serious , sentimental, humorous, broadly comic—being pleasantly blended. O; tho lady members of the company, Miss Florence Henderson is the soubrette, a dainty, refilled performer of many personal charms. Sho. sang "Mary, Marv, Quite Contrary," piquantly, but really "arrived" in "John' James O'llara," a catchy ditty with all the elements of popularity, which is helped along by the excellent business of tho other performers. She also sang "The Garden Wall" and another lively chorus song. Mr. Herbert Walton, tho broad comedian, works hard to keep tho fun a-bubbling, and, moreover, is an agilo danctr with restless rhythmical feet. His comedy is more of the music-hall type than has been the caso with other comedians in this class, of show, and was best demonstrated in "Tho Postman" sketch, which hoot the audience bubbling with laughter! "The Girl on the Stairs" would have been improved by a: little toning down. He also sang .Ding Dong Hell"' and "The Chance of a Lifetime;" The pronounced hit of the season was made bv Mr. Joseph Brennan, a monologuist and humorist of power and subtletv. Aided by an excellent "make-up," Mr'. Brennan rccited "A Fallen Star" with a good deal of finish, his interpretation being marked by a nice touch of comedy, and not a littlo emotional power.. His gaglets about "Murphy," and his old man sketch "O Memory," also displayed, varied talents that aro sure to make this entertainer popular with Wellington audiences. Miss Tessa Byrno is a graceful artist with a fair mezzo-soprano voice, and a nico talent in gesture, Her. best effort last evening was the pretty gavotte song "Tho Rendezvous," which she acted very prettily. _ She also sang "The Tiny Seed of Love," which carries a pretty chorus effect. Miss Dorothy Manning has a full-, bodied, robust soprano, which would fill a hall much larger than the Concert Chamber. She sang "The Valley of Laughter" and the florid waltz soiig "April Morn." The comedy department receives support from Mr. George Horton, who is inclined to lose ell'ect by obscuring points with his placid pleasantry, which is quito too uniform to hit home. His items were: "Maria," "Amen." "Tho Other Department," and "The Irish Immigrant." Tho now Dandies possess a good bass singer in Mr. .Renn Miller, whoso voice has quality and power. He hardly suggested the rollicking humour "of "A Chip of the Old Block," but was excellent in "Drake's Drum," and valuable in the concerted music, particularly in tho trio, "Queen of the Night" with Misses Manning and Byrne. The company wero ouite bright and chippy in the ensembles, "Tooral-addy," "Reggie," and in the nrettv Japanese finale "So-Shi." It is Mr. Branscombe's intention to change the programme completely everv Monday evening.

BEX HUT?. The magnificent spectacular drama "Ben Ilur" attracted another large audience to the Opera House last night. The performanceagain went off most satisfactorily, and its merits were evidently thoroughly appreciated. FULLERS' PICTURES. The excellent variety of photo-plays which have been screened at the Skating Rink lately, have been much appreciated by patrons. "Mo am! Bill" is the title of a capital film, which created considerable interest. A change of programme will be presented this evening. KING'S THEATRE. In spits of the inclement weather conditions, the patronage at the King's Theatre, is keeping well up to the mark.-The programme which has been presented for the past few days contains some capital views of the ill-fated Star of Canada. A change of programme will be presented this evening, b.ut the star item, of the week, "The Sevpennt's Daughter," will be serc«ned apaiu to-ni^ht. To-night a benefit performance will be given in aid of . the funds of the Wellington Lacrosse Association. There will bo a change of programme which will include that popular dramatic picture "The Sergeant's Daughter."

THE NEW THEATRE. ti Despite the inclemency of the weather 'The World Against Her" was responsible for full houses yesterday at MaeMahon and Donnelly's continuous pictures at the Now Theatre, Manners Street. The American Biograph Company's drama, "Ono is Business, the Other Crime," is a powerful roncoptioii, and "The Sacred City of the Ganges" is a first-class travel item. ''The World Against Her," together with tlio supporting programme, will 1)0 shown throughout to-day and tonight. Commencing next Monday. Messrs MaeMahon and Donnelly will 'introdtico another special attraction, "Love in the Tropics," a remarkable dramn by ths famous Aordisk Company. This piny commences with scenes in the residence ol the manager of an Indian tea plantation. niul tlio action then transfers to hngland. This feattire was specialv sei cured by Mr. Charles MncMnhon thiriiiff his roeent visit to Sydney.

THE ADELPHI. The excellent programme being submitted this week at the Adelphi is meeting Willi very hearty support from large audiences. 'I h« V detective romance, "Cluiilie (.alms and tho Knave of .Spades," eliciting hearty applause. The subjects this, week are mnr« than usnallv varied and interesting. To-morrow "<Fridav\ evening, the Masked Male Quartet 'is again announced to sing, and, judging bv the reception accorded them up to date, will be Mire lo bo a. hip attraction. The theatre tlie.se told nights is most cos v. owing to the installation of heaters in all parts of tho hoiuse. The usual prize matinee will take place at 2.30 liest Satur.diw.&ftoriiMai