ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2711, 4 March 1916, Page 15

ENTERTAINMENTS

"OLD MOTHER HUBBARD." Tho III3L night's performance of tho Suuijcy jM.'Kay Co. j; pantomime, "Onl Mother Ilubbard," was witnessed by an appreciative audience at tlio Uraml Opera House last crmiiug. Miss -lissio Jennings lias firmly establisiiecl herself in the good books of Wellington playgoers, whilo Mr. Rayner has nnuic many rriends with his vocal ability. To-iiiglit "OKI .Mother Hubuaru" will give place to "Little BoIVep." The cast for "80-Peep" is as follows:— Litijie 80-l'eep (.Miss Rosiio Coleman); Jack Straw (Miss Jennings); The Shall (Mr. Rayner); the Widow Bumpkins (Mr. Gerald); Simple Simon (Miss Carmen Coleman); 'Die Vizier (Miss Jjittiland); The Wilch (Mr. Dunbar); and The Princess (Miss Raymond). Some of the musical numbers: ".I'm Little 80-Peep," "Strolling Down a Shady Lane" (Jack and Bo), "On tho Farm" (Simon and girls), "Pearl of Persia" (Princess and girts), "Children of tho Empire" (Jack aiid chorus), "In Sweet Arcadia' (Gavotte). Mr. Rayner will sing "Come into the Garden, Maud." The plan is at tlio, Bristol till noon,' after that at the 'Theatre. HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. is the koynofo to the present bill at His Majesty's Theatre. Miss Hilda ■Felstedi, Lulled as "Tho Confidential Humorist," makes several good hits, while humour is also dispensed by Mr. Fred H'Guire. I'ictnrcsqiie dancing is prettily accomplished by Bell and Betty, wlrile Brawn and Korlie are coons with a guml conception, of humour. Other good artists nre: Miss Lydia Caruo (mimic), The Neapolitans, Lavern and Cross, Les Legerte, and Miss Alice Pierce. THE KING'S THEATRE. The charmingly told drama of Californian life, "Tho Rose of the Rancho," as produced by the Lasky Co. of Famous Players, will be screened at the King's 'Theatre this afternoon. and for the last time to-night. The plan of-reserved seats for to-ni»ht will be at the Bristol till noon, and from that hour at the King's Theatre. THE MARTYRDOM OF NUESE CAVELL. A Belgian war drama of more than ordinary interest is "The Martyrdom of Nurse Cavell," which is to be screened all next _ week at the King'a Theatre, commencing at the matinee on Holiday. Founded, of course, on historical fact, the film depicts in a, reverent and sympathetic spirit the life of Nurse Cavell immediately preceding the awful tragedy of her death. Tho nurse is seen first in her home in England, and later at ber work among the sick in the Brussels Hospital. During tlio early days of the war, the gallant nurse cares for friend and foe alike, but out of the warmness of her heart 6lie almost unthinkingly aids her Belgian friend to escape, and assists a wounded English soldier to return to Ilia wife and family. For these "crimes" she was arrested. tried, and brutally- executed by German orders. Special music will bo rendered, and the words of Martha Y r oung's fine poem, "The Martyr," will bo recited. The boi plans for the season are now on view at the Bristol. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Heading the bill at Everybody's Theatre this week is 0. drama of exceptional intensity, entitled "The Only Son." The film is full of "situations," and the acting is of a very high order.' The inimitable Charles Chaplin stirs up irrepressible hilarity in "The New Janitor,"' a film which is peculiarly well suited to his extraordinary fun-making genius. There are other good supporting films. THE EMPRESS THEATRE. . "Gretna Green," with Marguerite Clark ae the star, will be finally screened this evening. The picture has proved one of tho biggest attractions seen in tho city for somo time. Those who have not yet seen this deligUtful come'dy TOmance would, bo advised (states the management) to attend tho day sessions to-morrow, as there is certain to bo au exceptionally great crowd at night. "THE UNAFRAID." Eleanor M. Ingram's romance of the Balkan States, entitled "The Unafraid," has been filmed by the Famous PlayersLasky Co., ill four reels. Miss Rita Jolivct, who stars in this thrilling iilm-play, had tho unenviable experience of being 011 a boat torpedoed by German "kulturists." She was one of the lato Charles Frohman's party 011 ill-fated Lusicania, and it was to. Miss J olivet that Mr. Frohman addressed his last words: "Why be afraid of death; it is the most glorious adventure in life." The management of the Empress Theatre states , that this featuro will not arrive until 4 p.m., but during the day sessions there will be a big programme of all new films, one of which, "Thß Bombardment of Reiehackerkopf," is described as the finest glimpse of real warfare filmed for some time. Free tea will be served from 11 a.ni. to G p.m. in the dress circlo as usual. THE JOHNSON-WILLARD BOXING ' FILM. „ Considerable interest is being evidenced at the announcement that tho great boxing film showing Tex Will aid, the 'Kiant cowboy, winning tho world's heavy-weight boxing championship from - the negro, Jaok Johnson, in 2G rounds, w'ill be screened for three nights—to-night, Monday, and Tuesday next at the Town Hall, Messrs. Kingdon and Walker having secured the rights. Tho magnificent stature of Willard, his wonderful strength, his great activity, and his clever nngcratt, combined to defeat Johnson, but it was not until 2fi rounds had been strenuously fought that the black mnn was knooked out, and the championship fell to the hands of the white man. There arc many incidents of special interest in the picture. Some excellent scenery is taken in the outdoor training, which lends a fine variety to this class of picture, lhe P'eture is 5800 feet in length, and tho whole -'6 rounds are shown. Tho box plan is now open at the Bristol for tho three performances. The plan after 1 p.m. to-day will be at the Town Hall.

ST. PATRICK'S DAY. The celebrations in connection with* St. Patrick's Day promise this year to eclipse previous years. The committees entrusted with the various details are working very enthusiastically. A monster procession will leave Boulcott Street for Newtown Park, where a bij? sports programme will bo carried out". Tho Irish concert to take place in the evening in tho large Town B'all. "STOLEN GOODS." . At "Everybody's on Monday will appear on the 6creen that charmingly bewitching actress, Blanche Sweet, in tho fascinating part of Mafgaret Huntley, a nurse iu the Jesse Lasky featuro iilm, "Stolen Goods." The plot is of an uncommon; kind, and the ordeals and troubles that beset tho heroine make it most difficult to interpret. Other good pictures are:— "Welcome to Bohemia/' a Vita, comedy ; "Gaumont Graphic"; "Genoa," a beautiful scenic; a picture of the last Reinforcements'to leave Wellington. Tea is served free at day sessions to dress circle patrons.