NEW (MACHAHON'S) THEATRE.

Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 2901, 13 October 1916, Page 3

NEW (MACHAHON'S) THEATRE.

The film story of the recent glove contest between Los D'Arcy and Dave Smith for the heavy-weight championship of Australia will commence at the ; New Theatre to-morrow. This picture is said to give a very excellent idea of a strenuous and interesting contest, being clear and free from flicker, enabling the contest -to bo followed very closely. It was Smith who taught .D'Arcy the finer points of boxing, and when at length he was induced to emerge from his retirement ho was considered to be the most, likely man to 6top the youthful champion. But youth triumphed, although not before Smith had put up a great showing. From the beginning of the first round to tho .knock-out of Smith in the twelfth round, tho boxing was hard, but clean. Support-" ing items of a high standard are promised..

"CARMEN" ATI THE CROWN.' Patrons desirous of seeing the great film production, of "Carmen" are reminded that the last four screenings _ are announced—tonlay at 2.30, and to-night at 8 o'clock, and also at the usual screenings to-morrow afternoon and evening. "Cannon," as played by Theda Bara, is a striking production. Thero are many thrilling incidents, including several exciting duels and bull-fights. This picture has had a moat successful run during tho week, crowded houses being tho order, and patrons are advised to hook their seats or ring telephone 3470, when seats will ho reserved fbr them. On Monday nest tho management will offer a new and novel attraction, "The Celebrated Scandal," in which the royal actress, Betty Nansen, will mafcb her, first appearance. Miss Nansen has a great European reputation She has been decorated by Kings, and Heniik Ibsen has Baid of her, "She does not act, she is." "Tho Celebrated Scandal" is based on a well-known London society scandal, and Betty Nansen is ably supported by the greatest impersonator of villains, Edouard Jose. (