ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 8, Issue 2477, 2 June 1915, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. Th popular Paul Stanhope and his company of burlesque artists again give the major portion of the entertainment at His Majesty's Theatre this iveelc. The piece is described as "I'm Sorry," and on this title is strung a jumble of events which keep the audience in a continual roar of laughter for over an hour. Miss Fritzee dc Guy and half a dozen young ladies give some interesting songs, while the other members of the company add to the entertainment. Other artists appearing this week are: Linnley and Rhodes, eccentric character comedians; Les Marton, coon songs and stories; Miss Effie Fellowes, male impersonator; and Ida Jarvis. and Frank, Lank, and Alice. "THE VIOLETS." "The Violets," Mr. Edward Branscomba's clever company of artists .whv have established themselves as firm favourites with the concert-loving publio of Wellington, now announce the last fow days of their tenure of the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall. The performance last evening was again well received by the audience which was lavish in its applause. The versatility of fclie members is one of their chief charms, and last evening's programme full.y demonstrated this. THE KING'S THEATRE. A spectacular military drama, entitled "Shannon of the Sixth" is the star picture of the new programme at the King's Theatre this 'eek. It is a story of the great India;' Mutiny, a drama abounding in life and death episodes, intermingled with a love romance of gripping force. _ Much of the story presented is historically true, and the Kalem Company has gone to great expense to record the events correctly, i Among the supporting films are: "Australia Will Be There," "Dr. Smith's Baby" (comedy), "The Fashion Shop" (comedy), and a well-selected budget of topical war subjects. The Pathe Gazette shows some very fine views of Lord Kitchener inspecting the new recruits at Liverpool. This is one of the longest and most intimate filmings of_ the Secretary of State for War that has been obtained for some time. Another impressive scene is that of a priest blessing the troops in the snow-filled trenches under fire. "WILL THEY NEVER COME." _ "Will They Never Come?" is the title of a powerful recruiting film being at Theatre. Many striking scenes of the troops are shown in. the film, which has produced a great effect in Australia. It forcibly brings home the need for reinforcements. and contrasts scenes of sport with battle scenes of striking force. His Excellency the Governor, tie Prime Minister, and the Minister of Defence have given their patronage to the picture here. Supporting films include: "Giddy, Gay, ana Ticklish" (Keystone comedy), "Her Winning Trick" (comedy), "A. Brilliant French Victory in the Vosges" (war topical), and "Topical Budget."

MAOMAHON'S THEATRE. "The Ordeal," the big five-act military play, continues to attract .large audiences at MacMahon's Theatre, and to-night will be the last opportunity of witnessing this pathetic and appealing story of war and war's alarms, andthei intimate connection with domestic life. As a study- in emotionalism it is undoubtedly a singularly tffective photoplay, and the supporting programme is exceptionally strong. To-morrow the change of programme will he headed by a. stirring Mutual Movie,- entitled "The Man at the Key," a story dealing with an attempted train wreck, and its stoppage by the heroism of a telegraph operator, who risks both his love and his

life in averting the catastrophe. Charlie Chaplin having finished his "new job," is missing, but it is authoritatively stated that he is having 'a night out," and his experiences will le shown on Tuesday next in that particular "NightOut." The usual diversified comedy and dramatic programme will be associated with these stars. PEOPLE'S PICTURE PALACE. At the People's Picture Palace the feature film of the new programme is a touching drama entitled "A Poor Relation." The story tells of an inventorwhose kindness to a mother and her children was amply rewarded. In the scenes a large factory is shown, and an industrial upheaval, which gives the inventor a chance to prove bis skill with a labour-saving machine. The famous American actor, Mr. Thomas Jefferson, takes the principal part. Supporting films include many comedy ajid topical subjects. THE EMPRESS THEATRE. The current programme of the Empress Theatre Continuous Pictures will be displayed for the last time to-day and to-night. The principal item is the Vitagraph Company's feature drama, "The Mischief-maker." The auxiliary films compriso: "The Taming of Sunnybrook Nell" (Flying A. drama), "The Topical Budget," "Hogan's Wild Oats" (Keystone comedy), and "The Groom's Doom" (L-ko farce comedy). The new series to-morrow will bring forward Part XI of the Selig Company's sensational wild animal drama, "The Adventures of Kathlyn." CONCERT FOR THE WOUNDED. ' A concert organised by Miss Ruby M'Donald. the well-known violinist, will take place on Sunday, June 7, in the Town Hall. The proceeds are in aid of the Wounded Soldiers' Fund,

and tho following artists will contribute Miss Teresa Jl'Enroe, Miss Rub; M'Donald. Mr. Bernard Fags, Mr Hamilton Hodges.

WILLIAMSON'S "CINDERELLA" PANTOMIME. "Cinderella," J. C. Williamson's latest pantomime extravaganza, which is to be staged at the Opera House on Wednesday night next and six following evenings, and on the afternoons oi June 112 and 16, drew record audiences in Sydney and Melbourne for upwards of six months, and daily afternoon performances had to be staged, all of which witnessed the theatres taxed to their utmost seating capacity. The wonderful success achieved by "Cinderella" can, to an extent, be credited to the fact that the bulk of the comedy is provided by Mr. Harry Lupino, a comedian who installed himself a popular favourite by his clever work last year in "The Forty Thieves.". In "Cinderella" Mr. Lupino will take the role of Billy the Buttons, a character which gives him unlimited scope. His dancing and acrobatic feats are, it is said, a feature of the pantomime. The Dame will be portrayed by Mr. Arthur Stigant, one of London's foremost comedians. Judging by reports the Williamson management were fortunate in securing the services of the famous English comedian, Mr. Jack.M'Ardle, for the part of Baron Beauregarde and his dry 'humour materially helps towards the success of the pantomime. Miss Minnie Love, the principal "boy," was last year described as one of the prettiest and daintiest actresses on the London stage. She scored a triumph in Sydney and Melbourne. Those who remember Miss Dolly Castles in the Gilbert and Sullivan operas 'nine years ago_ will be _ glad of a further opportunity to enjoy her rich and sweet soprano voice. _ Another notable artist in the cast is Mr. Leslie Gaze, who appeared in "The Chocolate Soldier" rwhen it was first staged in New Zealand. Miss Ce'lia Ghiloni is an acquisition to any cast, and Miss Gertie Latchford and Rupert Darrell are both favourites. Miss Dolly Harmer has a congenial part to portray and so have Miss Dorothy Firman, Mr. Charles Albert, Mr. George Young, and Mr. Bert Watson. The principal dancer, Miss Maude Amery, is said to have created a Perfect furore of enthusiasm in Australia and a wonderment was caused by the wonderful acrobatic feats of Tmy Tot, Marjorie, and Little Eileen, who perform some astounding evolutions. A big feature of the matinee performances which will take place on June 1., and_ 16 will be the inclusion or an uproariously funny harlequinade arranged by Mr. Barry Lupino. The box plans will be opened at the Bristol at 9 a.m. on Monday. A queue mil bo formed from 8 a.m.