ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 14, Issue 53, 26 November 1920, Page 5

ENTERTAINMENTS

KING'S THEATRE. In "A Great Coup," the English production of Nat Gould's fins story of the turf, which is the leading feature in tho new programme at the King's Theatre this evening. One of the finest picturisations of a thrilling race is' seen, a splendid start and a most intense finish, with a lady jockey winning by a head. To on already attractive programma is added the Vitagraph supercomedy, "The Fly Cop," in which Larry Semon reports the hilarious success he made with -his "Grocery . Clerk." A feature of the entertainment will bo the appearance of tho Realart . . Quartet, comprising Mr. Herbert F. Wood, the popular New Zealand tenor, who has turned to his homeland after a 6eries of triumphs- in Sydney and Melbourne. Signor T. Cerbasi, the Italian professor, whoso playing on the romantic Irish harp, is described as an artistic triumph; Miss Clare Vears, an accomplished soloist on the Erard grand harp, recognised in Australia as a performer of unusual brilliance; and Miss Valerie Scott, a classical dancer. The box plan is at the Bristol until 5 p.m., - after that seats may be reserved' at the ' theatre or by telephone 22—212. Bookings held until 7.M p.m. only. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Margarita Fisher is to be seon to-day in "Molly of the Follies," showing that there is not much brightness in the life of a freak or a dancer in a side-show, and is tempted by the appearance of •wealth to elope with a pseudo-million-aire, who'afterwards turns out trf.be only the millionaire's chauffeur. Then the dainty little dancer is glad to return to the fold and bo made a fuss of by the "human submarine," who really loves her. Much fun and touches of pathos are provided right through the working out of the plot, and originality blossoms out in the situations here and there with ' agreeable frequency EMPRESS THEATRE. William Desmond's latest picture. "Whitewashed Walls," will be 6hown at the Empress Theatre to-day. .The story Is said to have a truly Gilbertian flavour about, it. It is a merry travesty on coraio operas which havo for their locale the small South American republics, and the clever burlesque is desenbed as an «nußine and aareeable onstage from the more serious stories that have been writ, ten lountt these places. A comic opera vampire who plots and wriggles mm , hisses all.over the place provides additional fnri. and is admirably portrayed by Lannen Phillips. Willin'ji Desmond is seen as Larry Donovan.' a delightful Irish adventurer who turns the little toy State inside- out, QUEEN'S THEATRE. The great thrills which are inseparable from the motion picture work of William Farnuni have been given in abundance in this star's latest photoplay, "Wolves of the Night," to bo screened at ths Queen's Theatre to-day. One of the most thrilling points in the story is the great mine scene where Farnum, as the hero, is imprisoned in a mine through an explosion of dynamite intended to destroy him. His eventual escape in a crazed condition is said to be one of the most powerfully grnphio scenes ever enaoted for the films. The romantic element is an' important factor in the play. "THE PASSING SHOW." . . "The Bing Boys on Broadway" was played for the last time at t l e Grand Opera House last evening. To-night • "The ' Passing Show of 1920" will be screened, and will run for five nights. Discussing this production, the "Sydney Morning Herald 6nys:—"Surely tho very last word has been said l ior revue achievement in the staggering presentment of the Williamson 'Passing Show of 1920.' If immensity of completion astounds, it is bigger and more generously •domed than a pantomime. Its dress- . ing is superb, and must have cost many thousands of pounds. In regard to stage artifice and mechanical manipulation itstands alone. From the departure of the big Cuuard liner from the wharf to tho exquisite poetical phantasy, 'The Goldenl, Hills,' whiflh concludes tho glittering entertainment, are seen a series of scenic triumphs beautiful and to a degree." Miss Jennie Hartley is a whole team and dog under the wagon, and with Mr. Phil Smith shares the pleasurable burdens of the evening. Both Miss Edith Drayton and Mr. Reginald has several charming numbers, and the rest of a big cast do yeoman service. There will be a -matinee on Saturday. "The Man from Toronto" Comedy Company is to commence a season at the Wellington Opera Houso on December 16. This company, which was brought out complete from tho OH Country by Mr. Robt. Courtneidgo has been playing under the Hugh D. M'lntosh management in Australia, and is coming to New Zealand under an arrangement with J. C. Williamson, Ltd. Tho leading actor is Mr. Georgo Tully, who was the original in London, in -the same successful comedy. Tho oampany will provido the .Christmas attraction at Chnstchurch. Concert at Ohiro Homo. A concert was given to the inmates r.f Ohiro Home last Tuesday evening by the Wellington Scottish Society, aided by two of the Society's Pipe Band, dancers, and the choir, the latter being under the baton, of Mr. T. M. Nelson. The pipers were Messrs. Fraser and Kilpatrick, and the'vocalists Mrs. Watt, Mr. M'lntyro; Mr. Dunnett, Mr. M'Konzie, Mrs. Rait, and Mrs. and Mr. Graham, the last-mentioned two singing a vocal duot. A pianoforte solo was given by Miss I. Missen, and Mr. R. A. Oawin gave several humorous recitations and side remarks, until young and old felt that, wuoh as they would liko to, they could laugh "na mair. At the close of tho concert tho spokesman for the inmates of .the home said he hoped the Scottish Society would give many more such enjoyable entertainments to them, . and in response to the remark of an inpipers played "The Cock o" tlia Aorth to his great delight. Mian 1. Missen, the society's pianist, was nn emoient and inspiring accompanist. Tho entertainment ended in the old* peopl* of the home joining hands whilo singing, Auld Lang Syne?' Mr. Colin Campbell was M.C. for the evening. ' A Masterton "Women's Hostel. To cope with the great lack of accommodation which business women in MasteTton have, suffered from, the Mas- ■ lerton Women's Efficiency -League have set themselves the; task of acquiring a . hostel, furnishing it and «> providing a home for women occupied in shops and olhces, and also for casual and permanent boarders and for women immigrants who.might Iw expected iu Masterton within- the near future. Tho hostel is in three floors, comfortably furnished and fully equipped with modern conveniences, and on Wednesday <ifterr.oon it was opened by the Mayor of Masterton, Mr. W. 11. Jackson. It is expected that the hostel will be self-sup-porting, and as the boarders will do a certain amount of waiting upon themselves muoh has been saved in the matter of staffing it. Planned ns it is as a home for'girls, a certain number of rules are necessary, but those it is snid are -.by no means oppressive, and once a week they will be able to entertain their men rnemls ot the hostel. Tho experiment is one that will bo watched with interest, and tho Mnsterton women are to be congratulated upon their enterprise and public spirit in striving to deal in :so practical way with so difficult and widespread a problem.