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KING'S THEATRE. . Romany Lass," a delightful story nmEE before 11 largo auditnce at the Kings Theatre on Sat-. , ?y It is an all-British production, and most of the scenes are laid in the Lowlands of Scotland. The supporting pictures include thia arrival of Fairbanks and Mary Pickfoixl in London on their honeymoon. iJliss Rene Goyder, contralto, gave a delightful' I Tendering of "In an Old Fashioned Town and ''Home Along," and the incidental music by the King's Grand Orchestra completed a most enjoyabk evening's- entertainment. "The End of the Bond," which commences nt the King's Theatre on Friday, September 3, stars Richard Bennett, known in this part of tbo world by his work in "Damaged Goods," and Clare Adams, a young woman, not so well known, but one whose work, coupled with unusual beauty, it is claimed entitles her to the front rank,of screendom. As this picture, which deals with the evils of sexual vice and disease, was passed by tli© New .Zealand Censor for adults only, no children mil be admitted at tho public screenings. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Doris Kenyon, mlnose beauty and talents have already made her a'great favourite, has an exceptional role in I.ouis Joseph Vance's great story, "The Bandbox,". which, is showing at Everybody's Theatre, and. is picturised from his famous book of the same name. A very good supporting programme is being shown, including the eighth episode of "The Mvsterv of 13," the arrival of Mary Picktord" and Douglas Fairbanks in London, and tho latest Pa tho Gazette. EMPRESS THEATRE. "A Broadway Saint," in which the leading part, is taken by Montagu Love, shows this popular star in a comedy role which 'he sustains with marked ability. The yicturo providesi a long series of laughs. The supporting films include the eleventh episode of the serial, "Liberty," a "Gaumont Graphic," and a • 6cenio film showing the Canadian Rockies. . , " ENGLISH PIERROTS.. Those who follow the Pierrots' season from programme t6 programme have' no cause to complain that tho quality of tho faro provided is lower now,than •when the bright little! company first came ttf tho city. Humour of a clean, wholesome type is a strong feature of' the entertainment's presented, and in Messrs. Turner and Lawrence the Pierrots have two great funmakers, Miss Lillian Colcnzo has Rome very amusing character , songs which eta sings with great verve and pusto. For all their proficiency in humour, the Pierrots are by' no means out of their element in'work of the more serious kind. Several members of the company are very capable dancers, sing-; ers, and musicians in general. The programme which was introduced on Friday last will be presented again in the Con«rt Chamber to-night. PROFESSIONAL-ORCHESTRA. ■ The Wellington Professional Orchestra • cave the sixth concert of the 1920 season in His Majesty's Theatre last night. The popularity of the orchestra was proved again by a crowded house. Tho programme was a particularly popular one, and the orchestra, under the,baton of Mr. H. Moscbani, did its work thoroughly. ' It gave evidence of conscientious practice, and of the musical understanding characteristic of - the professionals' organisation. Wagner's impressive overture, "Rule Britannia," was one of tho chief numbei'9 on the programme. The 'Overture of "Dcr Freischutz" (Weber), a richly melodious composition, was an- ■ other serious number. Massenet's 6uite, "Scenes Alsacienncs," was prominent nmong the numbers in lighter vein. This typically Froneh composition is full of gaiety and laughter, and rises'to a note of joyousness 6eldom attained. Bracketed numbers were "Feather in ' the Breeze" (Farigoul) and "March of the Little Leaden' Soldiers" (Pierne), two delightful compositions. Tho programme was completed by "Wedding Day at Troldhaueen" (Grieg) and the- fantasia "Aida" (VeTdi). The orchestra's next evening concert will be given on Sunday, September 26. HARMONIC' SOCIETY. Tho recent "Elgar" concert given by the Wellington Harmonic Society was so pronounced a success and so many, requests have been received for its repetition, that tho society has decided to give a repeat performance in aid of the funds of the I.M.C.A. in the Town Hall on September 6. This wellrtrained choir of 50 voices, under the conductorship of Mr. Temple White, will again be heard in a programme of pieces by Sir Edward Elgar, England's tforefnost composer. ■ From among an attractive programme of Elgar's most popular works, special mention should be madS of "The Snow," written by Lady Elgar and , scored for three-part ladies' voices, with; accompaniment for two violins and piano, to be played by Misses Laurie, Anderson, and Dorothy Mills and Mr. Harold Whittle. The vocalists for the evening will be Miss Mabelle Esquilant' ( contralto) and Mr. Frank Charles (bass), and the Harmonic Quartet. Tho accompanist will be Mr. Harold Whittle. _ A fitting conclusion will l>o the stirring chorus "It Comes from tho Misty Ages." Tickets are obtainable at tho Y.M.C.A., Willis Street. The box plan opens at thb Bristol on September 1. ORGAN. RECITAL. There was the usual rather small attendance at/the recital given on Saturday night by the city organist ■ (Mr. Bernard Page). However, those who were present hftd the opportunity of hearing a masterly player render some very huo compositions. The programme comprised the following numbers:—Siegfried-Idyll (Wagner), Salome's Cantilene. "Benediction Nuptiale" (Op. 9), by Saint-Saens, Lemare's "Morning-Day" (Op. 94), Prelude, Fugue, and Variation (Op. 18), by Cesar Franck, Rhapsodic ('O fun et filias" (Faulkes), and Tschailtovsky b "Finale" from Symphony No. G in it Minor ("Pathetic"). . Sale of Work at Petone. For several years past tho 6ew>ng guild branch of tho Petone Church of Christ has, by a series of sales of work, been endeavouring to assist in reducing the building debt, and by their efforts a considerable reduction has been effected. On Saturday afternoon a sale was held in the Ranfnrly Hall, and tis a result the fund will benefit to the extent of .£4o.' Brisk business wa3 transacted at the various stalls,' in charge of winch were the following:— Mesdames Ashby Witchern, Murgatroyd, and Miss Anderson, plain and fancy; Mesdames Walsh and Marshall, jumble; Mesdames Clout and Dunstan, cake and sweets'; Mesdames Wallstrom and Liebezeit, product; Miss G. lismur, ilower; ■MiS3 G. Ashby, doll; Mesdames Bateman and Gillon, refreshment. An unpleasant feature in connection with the sale was the ''net that boiuo light-fingered person or persons removed several articles without paying for them. Among other things stolen wns a valuable carved tray. Miss Wilson, of the staff of St. Matthew's School for Girls, Masterton, had resigned her position. Before leaving she was the recipient of a presentation from the students.
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