ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 12, Issue 93, 14 January 1919, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

"HEARTS OF THE WORLD." "Hearts of tho 'World," the biggest of war pictures, was shown for tho second time at the Grand Opera House: last night, under the, direction of the Williamson Company. This picture, if not. actually the greatest motion picturo is certainly in the very front rank, and it is. given, pride of place at the present juncture owing to its vivid topical interest. . It shows actual scenes of the great war. The producer, Mr. D. W. Griffith, with his players and camera men, secured somo of his incidents in the front line trenches in France, by permission of the British Army authorities. The plot is a lov.e story of the war, poignant, grim, and sensational, and the details have been developed with the lavish care that has made Mr. Griffith famous as a producer of wonderful pictures. '.'Hearts of the World" is more than a story. It is an intensely dramatic presentation of French loyalty, courage, and suffering, and of German callousness and brutality. A very wonderful child actor, Bon Alexander, lias helped the producer to make his audiences feel and understand something of what France endured during four long and bitter years of invasion, rapine and terrorism. Not the least attractive portion of the entertainment is the special musical setting for the picture. Mr. J. F. Woodward has' under his direction a full operatic 'orchestra, which does full justice to the score. The picturo will be .shown every afternoon and evening this week. ' KING'S THEATRE. Tho strong programme now being screened at.tho King's Theatre was enjoyed by another large audience last evening. Norma Tnlmadge is a particular favourite with picture-lovers, and her portrayal of the leading role was greatly appreciated in the powerful'story ofvlove triumphant over temptation, entitled "Ghosts of Yesterday." A Mack Senuett comedy of above average merit, "A Clever Dummy," evoked roars of laughter during its projection on the The Gazette also is an attractive item. The' music played by the ICingls augmented orchestra was greatly appreciated, whilst j the entr'acte selections from the "Belle of New .York' , received a round of I applause. Seats may be reserved at the Bristol, and after 6.30 p.'m. by ringing tho King's telephone, 3143. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Anita Stewart," the charming and versatile ' actress, ie to be seen this week at Everybody's Theatre in a Vitagraph feature de luxe, entitled "A Million Bid," which is.without doubt one- of her greatest professional accomplishments. Her acting is vivid, and her pathos/cannot but make an impression on all who behold her. The etory is exceptionally emotional, and works up to a strong climax. The scene' showing a threat shipwreck is most' realistic: Tho -supportiiisr items include, a very". laughable 'Trianßle ■■ comedy, "Hie Sudden Rival,", also.the Pathe Gazette, .which this week.is above' tin ordinary. ' . .'' ' ' ■:' ■,'■ .'

- .EMPRESS THEATRE. ■ Barbara Castleton, the delichtful World film actress, has'the-.leading port in "The Heart of a Girl," now showing at the Empress Theatre. The story concerns the love' affairs of a young couple. The mail, who holds an imnortant political position, is called suddenly away, thereby breaking an appointment he had with His fiancee. Becoming annoyed at his action, she encourages tho attentions paid her by a disreinitable millionaire. "In the meantime an .unfortunate scandal lias been circulated by- the*political opponents of; /the man, with the result that his cliances of success in 'attain-, ing an -' imifartaiit. position are almost wrecked.; 'The picture moves on to a most interesting climax, and through the prompt action of the girl the reputation of her future husband ie saved. There is a good supporting programme. QUEEN'S THEATRE. '"'■/. v 'When, the producers of "Jack and the Beanstalk," , the age-old fireside tale, waved a ; .magic wand at the Fox studios, there sprang up as if msjde by ■ fairies the beautiful spectacular picture now. being shown at the Queen's Theatre. "Jack and the Beanstalk" is shown at the afternoon sessions only. At-the.evening sessions Bryant . Washburn, the well-known star, plays tho lead in."The Golden Idiot," a play .of irresistible charm. ■. .. ' THE "BOAT-WAITERS." N The "Boat-Waiters" entertained another large audience at the Concert .Chamber laet night. Mr. Hughie Ogilvie, the clover Scotch comedian, • provided much'humour, and had to-re-"spond to emphatic , recalls. Mr. Borneo Gardiner again; whistled- most, melodiously, and proved his capabilities as an entertainer in other directions. A really expert "siffleur" is a novelty, and Mr. Gardiner is in the front • rank. The other members of the company, including Stewart and.Mooroj. Mies , Nan Taylor, Miss Lalla Ward,.Mr. Andrew Pace. Miss Madge Surtees, and Mr. Frank Wright, were all in pood form, and made the programme a.thoroughly successful one. The ' "Boat-Waiters" will continue to amuso nightly as long as they wait.