ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 12, Issue 80, 30 December 1918, Page 8

ENTERTAINMENTS

KING'S THEATRE. A more (liau ordinarily attractive programme was screened More a crowded house at tlio King's Theatre on Saturday livening. The hwidhner was Tno Honeymoon," starring Constance Jalmadge, who is easily one of tho cleverest and daintiest little comedy actresses in all Scrosnland. Those who an; .lamili.y with other productions m which this young lady has ptoyed the lead will know what a wealth of piquancy and charm she is capable of givins to a story. On this occasion sho is a honeymoon bride, fresh ami fair us honeymoon brides should lie-but just a triiln given to iealousy. Thb results of her weakness should he a warning to brides in general Even upon the wedding-day she rote's "auspicious"-glances, specchee, «t----titudes, on tho part, of a husband, who, <V 9 the sober spectator sees him, is simply gaping with adoration for hor. Unfortunately for tho husband, he is entrusted right at tho outset of bis nwntal caroor with tho extricition of on ernnß brother from the toils of a vampire j and this commission, involving as it does personal interviews of the most intimate nature, lands thn unsophisticated honevmooncr in tho most compromising situations. Constance learns very early in tho piece about her husband b calls upon a chorus lady, and unhesitatingly imputw the vilest motived, lhe resu t is appalling. Constance knows, as all women know, that men are liars and thoir explanations a\\ a myth. So she wnits not for explanations, but seeks refugo in the Divorce Court I hat is why the husband, in his distraction, looks upon tho 'waters of .Niagara with a suicidal eye; and why Constance, suddenly desirous of patching up the ftffnir, finds hernolf a divorcee debarred by the stern decrees of society lroin resuming tho honeymoon just where she left it oft , . A solution is nnall? reached by way of remarriage, but not until Connie has exDertenced enough of the consequences" of needless jealousy to satisfy her for a lifetime. Tho details of the affitir are legion, end *;ll jsoeo any attendance in fits of laughter, lhe principal incidents occur at Nidxmii lolls, of which the picture jivra 'i splendid view. In addition to "The Honeymoon, tho programme comprises a now instalment of "Tho Fatal King nad two broadlv farcical comtdies. Altogether, a programme well worth patronising and the music by the orchestra well worth hearing. „ _ . , „ Charles Chaplin, in "The Immigrant, will 1)0 screened up to and including iNew Year's Jfipht. Tho King's will give, two siiowa daily all this week, commencing at 2.10 and 7.10.

EMPRESS THKATHE. "Vengqnnce," .the paramount picture which in Iwing starred at the Empress Theatre this week, is ft highly entertaining and meal) interesting photoplay full of everyday Eastern lifo scenes. The picture fcabres those well-known stars, Barbara Cantloton and Montague Love. The plot, concerns the career of the two sons of the House of Cuddlestone. One, John (Montagu Love), is the victim of his brother Andrew's scheme to inherit Iho wholn of the family wealth and conceal ferge gambling debts. Andrew is believed by liis fathor, and John, disgraced, loiiToe for India, where he subsequently marries a native girl. A tigerhunfc 'follows in which John meets his death, bxt he leaves a son to avenge his honour. This eon nieetn a fair -Eurasian Blave-girl niiuicd Nan (Louise Vale), and they grow up together. On comimr of age John's son is mado acquainted with the true facts concerning his father's life, and immediately proccede to establish his father's honour. Meanwhile lord Cuddlostono dies, Andrew inherits the fortune, and with hie ward, UAy Kleio (Barbara Castleton), rocs on. a.'visit to India, whore he in met bv John's eon, who , is disguised ne an Indian fakir. Learning that' Andrew (now Lord Cuddlestono) is. his fathers brother, the non decides to follow him to .England and there estnblish his case. To accompany him, Nan steals from tho Temple a brilliant diamond which she sells to o. pawnbroker. Their. Jmiriiey to London is successful - Andrew dies of shock and John's son becomes Lord "Cuddlestane. Beturninff to India, ho is npcnscd of stealing tho diamond, but with tho aid of Nan he ie able to return tho gem to tho Temple. The picture is certainly onn well worth seeing. Cajitnin Bruce Iliurnsfiither's cartoons fulhl (ho comic side of tho now programme admirably, whilst a capital topical budget depicts many intensely interest' injc scenes along the Western battlefront.

EVERYBODY'S. THEATRE. Tlie outstanding film on tlie now programme at Everybody's Theatre is "The Sudden Gentleman." This is a Triangle drama, which is relieved by many humorous touches. The plot ia such that the story is easy to follow. It deals with tho. machinations of, an Italian Count whoso title is the only asset lie possesses, and who tries to seek, the hand of ft fiirl, but moro particularly a i'ortimo which he believes ehe has inherited. The hero of tho piece is Garry, a young Irish blacksmith, who receives word from America thut he hits, fallen heir to his uncle's millions. Hβ proceeds to the United States in. order to lake possession of his late uncle's properly and to become guardian over a cousin, who is a minor. On account of his ignorance or etiquette the cousin discoiirrges his intrusion very severely. Later she falls in love with." Garry, and (his arouses the bitten- enmity of the Count. Tho lattnr lesorts to all manner of vile and subtle subterfuges in order to conquer Garry's cousin, and very nearly succeeds. His plans are revealed, howover, and Garry iiiinoaon upon him such a severe drubbing that no hastily confesses his guilt, nml 1113 cou MB of true lovo is once more m«de smooth. The part of Garry is taken by William Desmond, whoso acting is clean and convincing all tho way through. JfaTy M'lvor plays the role of Louise, tho cousin, and her charming beariut;' and winsome attractiveness make her a voi'y captivntinif nrtisto indeed. .Tack llichnrdeon makes an admirabln foreign roiuit, and carries out nil hist nefarious enterprises with .the rcgnieito amount of duplicity. The picture is splendidly staged ami the ficones arq gorgeous. That portion depicting the fight between Garry ami tho Count is, most realistic and thrilling, and ia, in fact, the best nnd most exciting part of tho picture. Tho'remainder of tho programme comprise? a bright selection of films, "Tho Betrayal of Maggie" being a Keystone comedy full of screaming situations from start to finish'. Patho's Gazotto contains an interesting budget of topical scenes connected with tho GfKit'Wnr, including a glimpse of tho regatta held by tho New Zealand Expeditionary Force at Hnmmereiuithi The programme will bo repeated to-day. THE QUEEN'S THEATRE. Tho Queen's Thontro is this week screening an attractive doitblo feature bill headed by Juno Capric?, who is supported by a strong company. A second feature shows Miss Gladys Broekwoll in a convincing drama entitled "Conscience." This play strikes <i new note and is particularly good in the novelty of the photographic effects.