ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2884, 23 September 1916, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

t ———♦- ALLAN WILKIB'S COMPANY. Last night saw the final performance of "Romeo and Juliet" by llio Allan Wilkie Shakespearean Company at the Grand Opera House, and as the custom has been throughout the season so f.u, a good ltotiso appreciated the evergiecn love story. This evening "As You Like It" will bo played. The matinee performance, which was to have been given this afternoon, lias been cancelled, but there will be a special holiday matincD of "As You Like It" on Monday. "DR. BILL." ' This evening will see the debut at the Concert Chamber, of the New Zealand Natives Association's Dramatic Club, in "Dr. Bill," a farcical comedy tboy have had in rehearsal for some 6ii weeks past. The present intention is that the club shall bo a permanent institution for tho encouragement of dramatic talent among natives of New Zealand, and in that manner to guard as far as possible against any dramatic lights being hidden under bushels. The comedy has been thoroughly well rehearsed undei tho direction of Mr. Chas. Blake, who has every confidence in the ability of those in the cast to acquit themselves creditably. "Dr. Bill" will be played to-night (before His Excellency the Earl and the Countess of Liverpool), and also on Monday and Tuesday evenings. HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. The programme presented at His .Majesty's. Theatre this week contains many bright items. There aro a number of striking features, and one the best is a niagical turn'by the J2urasij.us. Miss Jeanetto' Spellman, ' the pleasant American girl, still oontimios to he popular, while Miss Dora Oberman also contributes very acceptable numbers. "The Funny Eat Folk'from- 'Frisco,' cause a great deal of amusement, and their humorous contributions are applauded again and again; Good supporting items aro given by Lnllie Brooke, Grace Compton, the Newmans, Sully and Tenner, Shipp and Gaffney, and otheis. A matinco will be given this afternoon. . EVERYBODY'S THEATRE The attraction at Everybody's Theatie, commencing noon to-day., is a four-reel drama, entitled "The " While Hope," which has been culled from tho wellknown book of the same nilmo by W. H. TroubridgeA Jack Delaine, tho hero, is a'big manly young fellow, .who is lured into the boxing game by an ambitious manager. The latter is convinced of ■ Delaine's ability to beat the black champion, of the world, but the chanco of victory is prejudiced by the opposition of 'his fiancee's- mother, who sees social ruin in a marriage between her daughter and a professional fighter. Eventually, however, flic picture is ingeniously' brought to a happy conclusion. ; The fight scenes are remarkably realistic. A fun picture, called. "Jerry's .Big Lark," is a highly successful laughter-maker, while ''other .'items on the'list aro'a beautiful scenic subject and the latest topical budget. . '," THE KING'S THEATRE. The war naturally affected the pictureproducing companies: on the Continent, and Patlio Freres removed their up-to-date equipment to America, where they havo erected one of the largest and beststudios in that country.. They still retain their well-known sign, tho crowing rooster, but on their masterpieces t'liey have what is known, as the "gold rooster," such pictures being acknowledged among the best of tho world's output. The featuro firm to- be screened at the King's Theatre for tho first time this afternoon and repeated to-night is the first of the Patho Gold Booster films to be shown, and in "At Bay," as it is called, there are all the elements that make for a. successful picture; a powerful story, full of rapid action, perfect photography, and production, while careful attention has been given to the choice of. artists. Miss Florcnco Bccd, a. "star" of tho legitimate stage, is in the lead in a most unusual part, and is said to roach.great heights of dramatic, and emotional power, especially in those scenes, when fighting at bay, for honour, liberty, aud life against a band of daring blackmailers, such as 1 the cables tell are operating' in N«w York to-day. Good supporting items include a naval official war film, the "Pathe Gazette," and a clover corned v. Seats, may bo booked at the Bristol. A special matinee will be held on Monday (Dominion Day) at 2.1)0 p.m. . "CIRCUS OF DEATH" AT THE EMPEESS. "The Circus of Death" will be presented at the , Empress Theatre this morning. It is produced by the Cines Company, and has for its leading lady Madame Evelyn, the heroine of tho "Jockey of Death." During the action of tho story a colossal circus performance is shown, and also so3nes from a gorgeous. ; pantomime in which tho heroine takes part. Tho story concerns tho courtship and marriage. of a Prince of one of the Balkan States, and a fascinating and daring circus artist, whoso wonderful charm completely captivates the Prince. They become ardent lovers, and amid beautiful surroundings their mutual love grows into a passion. At length "tliey are secretly married, and after a brief period of happiness Evelyn leaves her father's home to join lier lover, but, alas, the latterlias disappeared. After very many exicting experiences ths lovers meet once more, and they come into their happiness again. The story is told in six'reels, which havo . a cumulative interest. Tho "Pathe Gazette" will also be shown. BRITANNIA THEATRE. Tho Britannia Theatrp was again crowded to tho doors at every session yesterday to witness the remarkablo photoplay, "The Divinity of Motherhood." While being a strong sociological study, the picture is invested with a gentle graciousness that robs it of any suggestion of sensationalism or sordidness. To grown-up people it should convey n 'noble message, while there are ihany scenes doarly loved by children. Tho hours of screening to ; day aro as follow:— 11 a.m., 12.30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3.30 r>;m.„ 5 p.m., fi.3o p.m., 7.45 p.m., and 9.1S p.m. | NEW- (MACMAIION'S) THEATRE; r The photo opera, "Madam Butterfly," in which Mary Pickford is featured*as Chb Cho San, will be screened at the Now Theatre on Monday next and all the'week. One of Mary Piokford's biggest achievements "is her portrayal of tho title role of Madam Butterfly. Her creation of tho role is said to be something to marvel at', while tho film itself is said to havo eclipsed anything the Famous Players have ever undertaken. The costuming' and scenic investiture throughout is said to be of a hi'ih standard of excellence, every detail right down to tho most minute being as near perfection as any producing firm can hope to accomplish. 'TEG 0' MY HEART." Messrs.- J. and N. '['ait aro bringing their successful cornedv, "I'ogV My Heart," to' Now Zealand, com men oi up- in Wellington on October 10. Tho New English company which is nt present appearing in Australia is by a brilliant Irish actress. Miss Sara Allgood. who has performed tho role of Peg in England for hundreds of niehts, also in Sydney iiml Melbourne. The cast, which consists of first-class English players, is a well-selected one. and the production of tho piece is in the hands of Mr. E. W. Morrison, the well-known producer, who was here some years ago. ' THE NORWOODS. Tho return of the Norwoods to Wellington is an event which will bo'appreciated by all who hayo previously seen these clover and entertaining exponents of hypnotism. It will be remembered that the Norwoods' entertainment is essentially a mirth-provoking one, and their return witli a how series of demonstrations will doubtless be welcomed by old and new*friends. The season commences nn Saturday next, September 30. in the Grand Opera House, and the prices aro 35., 2s„ Is. MILITARY BAND RECITA'L. The Municipal Tramways Military Bund will give a recital at His Majesty's Theatre on Sunday evening. Tho band numbers over fifty skilled musicians, and an excellent programmo lias been ar ; ranged. Among'thoso contributing will be Misses Nellie Simpson aiid !•'. Barry,

i ; —-—: —~ ■ [ Messrs. Herbert Wood and Jolm Cave. i The latter is ;i member of tho Allan Wilkie Shakespearean Company, and will ■ ■ be heard in a dramatic recital, "Christ- ' mas Day in jfhe Workhouse." The concert will bo under Vice-Regal patronage. THE EUSSIAN -MUSICIANS. Music-lovers will be glad to learn that • the Mirovitch-Tiastro Company will give > a grand return concert iu the largo 9 Town Hall on Tuesday, October 3. These ' two artists coufe from Petrograd Con- ) sorvatoire with the highest credentials, i and are artists in tho true 6Cnse of tho • word. The box, plans opon at the Bris- \ tol on Thursday, September 28. i i •