ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2809, 29 June 1916, Page 9

ENTERTAINMENTS

"MOTHER GOOSE." Tho merry pantomime "Mother Goose," with its many bright featuros, heautiful scenery, lively ballets, and clever effects, continues to attract large audiences to tho Grand Opera House. Performances were given yesterday afternoon aud evening, and on both occasions there was no room to spare in tho big theatre, ana the performances went wltn a good swing throughout, particularly in tne afternoon, -when the goose, tho volatile donkey, the indiarubbcr horse, and the tearstained dog.'i wooed tho affections of the little ones. The management regrets that there cun only be'three more night performances of "Mother Goose," and ono reore matinee, before she will have to bestride her magic broom and fly northwards.

The late train to Trentham will be delayed on Friday and Saturday nights until 11.15. This will give tne volunteers an opportunity of witnessing "Jlofher Goose."

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. Victor Prince's Hevue Company are proving to be no end of an attraction at ifis Majesty's Theatre. Their latest hit bears the noble-sounding title of "La Bella Napoli," and there is no doubt but that it is a good, merry-making effort. Mr. Victor Prince and his little company lose no opportunity, of making the best of fun that is in. tho "piece." An amusing sketch is presented by the Egtello Wordette Co., entitled "When tlie Cat's Away," while good turns aro provided by Athol Tier, Jessie Howard, Little Stella, Dorothy Gard'ner, and Eosina Palmerston. THE FIVE MANCHURIANS. The Five Manchurians, Chinese acrobats, are announced as being the chief attraction at His Majesty's Theatre on Monday evening next. These artists, who have recently arrived in New Zealand, have played in most of the principal theatres in the world, this being thoir first visit to Australasia. They .wore recently booked by Mr, Ben Fuller, after seeing their performance at'' the Majestic Theatre, Chicago. Their- acro- . batic feats are said to rival those of tho famous Banzai family. They perform in a gorgeous Oriental stage getting, and their costumes, which are changed nightly, are said to be most exquisite. Tho Manchurians aro at present appearing at tho Opera Hou9e, Auckland, and their act lias been warmly praised by tlie northern journals, 'i'heir Wellington season will be a short one, so that intending patrons will be well advised to book early. The box plan is now on view at tlie Bristol. THE KING'S.. The wild gold-rush days are vividly demoted In David Belnsco's story of early California, "Tho Girl of tho Golden West." The theme is powerful and one that cannot fail to interest. The picture • story is realistic and. presents picturesque scenes of. rugged mountains and endless plains. The big scene of tho rush for Cloudy Mountain is full of action and powerful in effect. The acting is clever and tho photography good. Other pictures on the bill include the Pathe Gazette, a budget containing events up-to-date. "Mutt and Jeff in a Submarine," a humorous dual Fisher cartoon, and "Keyboard Strategy," a well-couceiveil Vitagraph comedy. Music by the King's Symphony Orchestra adds chiiriii to the programme. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. The story of the girl who fought and conquered her evil self and vicious habits, as pictured in the four-act film "The Straight Road," by tho Famous Players Co., is attracting large audiences to Everybody's Theatre. The picture will be screened at all sessions to-day, and for tho remainder of tho week. There is also a strong supporting programme including a bright comedy, "Ono,.'Plus One, Equals One"; scenes of the Sinn Feiu Revolt in Dublin; some striking views of British troops leaving the trenches; and an interesting number of tho Gaumont Graphic. • EMPRESS THEATRE. The Empress Theatre rings with hearty laughter ,at every session, whicli proves that the Triangle-Keystone star subject has succeeded,in its "mission of laughter." Ford Sterling has played many comic parts and has been responsible for much laughter, but in "Following Father's Footsteps" he has eclipsed all previous efforts at laugh creating. He is ably assisted by a numerous east of funny comedians. Other star pictures are: "Sealed Orders," an inspiring drama of the Mexico-American -war; "Animal' Life in India and Africa]" and "The Dublin Riots." The Pathe Gazette is an outstanding feature in the form of an animated new 6 film. THE "DANDIES." The last few nights of the bright entertainment supplied by the "Pink Dandies," at the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall, aTo announced. Tho talented little company has made many friends during their stay here. Mr. Josoph Brennan, the -chief comedian, is plentifully endowed with the rare,, faculty of being able, apparently without trying, to make tho audienco laugh right heartily, while the other members are all gifted producers of merriment aud music.