ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 8, Issue 2474, 29 May 1915, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE.

Th's afternoon and to-niglit will bo the last two opportunities for seeing lattj fctanhope's revue "Hollo, Lvall Jjay ' afc Bis Majesty's Theatre. Tho rcvuo lias provided unlimited amusement for tiio theatre-going public throughout the week, and those who have not seen it should not miss these J®®' opportunities. Mr. Stanhope, as Juke Donovan, is alone well worth going to see. There aro 6onie entertainm" i vaudeville turns oil tho first half of tho programme. THE VIOLETS. Mr. Edward Branscombe's olever company, "fho Violets," continue to draw large houses nightly at the Concert Uainbor of the Town Hall. Whether it is ill ensemble or solo numbers the members of the company never fail to please. Mr. Cuthbcrt Rose, the fun-maker-in-chief, is really a most clever comidiau. Miss Dorothy Gavd'ner is also very popublar. THE KING'S THEATRE. . '' The si^ e . rs '!' 'hs pleasing Majestic feature which lias headed the King's programme all the week, will be shown tor tho last time at the matinee to-day and again to-night. On Monday "Shannon of the Sixth," a, stirring military drama by the Kalem Company, will bo the feature. This production deals with the days when the handful of British in India were in danger of being wiped out of existence by tne fanatical, forefathers of tha troops who are to-day so nobly arrayed against the enemies of the Empire. The action, of the play starts when Ram, the High Priest of the Temple of Delhi, urgos his people to throw off tho British yoke. Word of the uprising reaches General Kimber, who is in command of tho troflips at Calcutta. Summoning Captain Arlington and Lieutenant Shannon of the famous Sixth, he orders them to proceed to Delhi with their troops. The captain has become betiotlied to Surrada, a beautiful Eurasian, but is also enamoured of Dora, tho daughter of General Kimber. The captain is tired of Surrada, but fears to cast her off because of the scandal it may create. When Dora declares her love for Shannon, Arlington is filled with rage. This leads -up to soino most exciting situations, including the famous massacre at Maerut in May, 18S7. "Dr. Smith's Baby" comedy), "Australia Will Be There" (patriotic), and the latest topical are among tho better of tha supporting items. EVERYBODY'S PICTURES. A clever comedy drama, "The Last Lord Lovell," is the top-liner at Everybody's Pictures, Manners Street, this week, and it is both entertaining and interesting. Another interesting picture —a topical one—is that depicting the capture of a merchantman by a submarine. Other pictures include a Vitagrap'h drama, war cartoons, and some amusing comedies. "WILL THEY NEVER COME?" "Will They Never Come?" the big pictorial patriotio drama which created quite a furore in Australia, will be screened at Everybody's Theatre on Monday next, beginning at noon. The film, made in Australia, with tho assistance of the Commonwealth Government is said to be magnificently acted ana photographed. Over 10,000 soldiers take part in the production. The drama is described as having a plot of quite exceptional powor, and fervently patriotio in character. The well-acted story contrasts vividly and with fine forco the "lifo" of two brothers—one thoughtless and given to sport and pleasure, the other a studious, deep-thinking-patriot, who is qniok to answer his country's call for volunteers, and go to the front, where he does his duty well with courage and gains high distinction. Ultimately he is seriously wounded, while performing a gallant action, and is invalided home. Upon learning the intense seriousness of affair's at the front, the easy-going brother casts, aside his implements of sport, enlists, and takes his wounded brother's place in the ranks. Pine war scenes and 'many sporting episodes are welded into the story. The Sydney "Sim" refers to the picture as "a splendid story, magnificently acted and filmed, which fills the theatre te overflowing' nightly." The Minister of Defence (the Hon. James Allen) attended a private screening yesterday, and, according to the management, expressed his warm' appreciation of tho merits of the film, considering that it will do much to assist the cause of recruiting.

PEOPLE'S PICTURE PALACE. The great picture "The Sign of the Cross" will be withdrawn from tho People's Picture Palace after its final screenings to-day and to-night. The film, which is a striking adaptation of Wilson Barrett's- drama, has drawn crowded houses throughout the- week at tho People's Picture Palace. In it Mr. William Farnum takes the part of Marcus Superbus.

THE EMPRESS THEATRE. Those who have not already .witnessed tho Keystone Company's farce-comedy Acquainted," with Charles Chaplin in the chief role, and part 10 of tho Selig Company's sensational wild-animal drama, "The Adventures of Kathlyn," will have a final opportunity of doing so to-day and to-night. The supplementary films comprise "The Australian Gazette" (topical), "Another Chance" (Majestic drama), and "Tho Terrible Trunk" (Edison comedy). The new series oil Monday next will introduce "The Mischief Maker" (Vita, drama), "The Topical Budget" (including scenes associated with the war), "Tho Taming of Sunnybrook Nell" (Flying A. drama), "HoMil's Wild Oats'" (Keystone farce-comedy), and others. "CINDERELLA." The annual J. C. Williamson pantomime this year, "Cinderella," is duo ty open a Dominion tour at the Grand Opera House on Wednesday evening, June 9. This year's extravaganza is spoken of as being a more than ordinarily gorgeous show. The story is said to closely follow the faiYy legend, and is a theme that obviously lends itself to scenic magnificence. As it usual with all big J. C. William productions, of this description, a number of clever people will make their appearance. Mr. Jack M'Ardle, who plays the bold, bad Baron, is a famous English pantomime artist, and a great favourite at Drury Lane, London. Mr. .Arthur Stigant, who will appear as the Dame, is also from Drury Lane, and is recognised in England as one of tho best exponents of that character. Mr. Barry Lupino, the popular comedian of last year's pantomime, will be again well to the fore, having a congenial part allotted to him as Billy Buttons. Tho new principal boy is Miss Minnie Love, another Drury Lane favourite. Much interest is sure to bo evinced in the appearance of Miss Dolly Castles, reported to be the daintiest of principal girls. Miss Dolly Harnier is also in tho cast, and will play the part of tho ugly sister, whilst Miss Celia Ghiloni will appear as the Fairy Queen, and Miss Graeie Latchford as Miss Kilkenny. Others in tho cast aro Messrs. George Thorn. George Young, Bert Watson, 'and Rupert Parreil. Features of tho pantomime are the fishing scene, a lively hunting ballet, bewildering slanting paths, wild flowers ballet, animated music sheet, and a host of other novelties. The season will extend ovor seven nights. The box plans open at tho Bristol on Monday, June 7.