ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 14, Issue 56, 30 November 1920, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

fKING'S THEATRE. 'Excellent entertainment is offered at tlio King's Theatre this week, whole ft programme comprising clnssiciil musical selections and several picture plnys ol quality is being presented. Ao more laughable scrccn comedy has been seen in Wellington than "The Fly Cop," « whirl of ludicrous incidents, and sensation!! L "turns." LniTj- Semon. as the principal fun-maker, is immense, and brings many new ideas into the picture. 01' more Hum passing iiilere.it is the piclurisation of iS'at Gould's novel, '"Hie Great Coup." I'roduced by a. British company, the types lire two to life, while tho settings, incidents and photography are all of high standard. The Kcaiart Quartet lives up to its name and reputation. Tho classical musical gems whA'h form the programme are ronuei'ed ill finished style, while- the harp soira of Sig.nor T. Cerbasi and Clare Vciire aro pure. joy. The entertainment will be presented nightly throughout the week, and at a. matinee to-morrow. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE"MoIIy of the Follies," at Everybody's Theatre, shows Margarita Fisher as the dancer in a sideshow at; Coney Island. The picture deals vrith Molly's affection lor the "h.nmn.n submarine," a lino, hii-nd-somo gentleman who enrns a living by eating, drinking, sleeping under water. Much humour is provided in the fact that the amphibious gentleman Is also coveted by Molly's mother. Molly in tho end wins easily. On tho same programme Larry Semon not only makes his audience laugh, but the "turns" arc wonderful. The latest "Gazette" coinpletes an excellent programme. A coming attraction will be the spectacular film, "The Great Gnme," featuring' Bombardier "Billy" Wells. EMPRESS THEATRE. A comedy-drama of distinct merit is William Desmond's latest picture, "White-washed Wills," now screening at tho EmprecS Theatre. It is a merry travesty on comic-opera States of South America, in which William' Desmond, as Larry, a lovable Irishman, accounts for a great deal of humour, which was warmly appreciated by last night's crowded house. The supporting oast is excellent. Episode four - of the sSflftl, "Smashing Barriers," an wihichi William Duncan provides some most daring "stunts," was also enthusiastic-ally received. The supporting pictures are excellent. "THE PASSING SHOW " The highly entertaining re>'ue "The Passing Show," drew another crowded audience to the Grand, Opera House hst night. This revue does not profess to possess continuity or gravity. It is a richly spectacular parade of beautiful ensembles, gaily varied vaudeville, and gorgeous dresses. Miss Jennie Hartloy, as the principal figure, continues to hold the high regard she won when she first appeared in Wellington, and Mr. Phil Smith is, a-s usual, an irresistible 00111edian. "The Passing Show" is to be presented again this evening and to-mor-row evening. "A COUNTRY GIRL." On Tuesday next the Wellington Amateur Operatic Society is to initiate a season of "A Country Girl," a very melodious and humorous musical comedy by Lionel Monckton, which gives ample scope for tuneful singing, pretty drosses, and lively comedy of a kind dear to the public. Under the direction of Mr. Tom Pollard the ijerformance of this amateur body invariably reach a high standard, and as the cast 011 this occasion is a sound one there is'no doubt that tho performances will bo worthy of the society's traditions. Mr. Bernard F. Page will direct the music, and Mr. J. F'. Woo3ward will be the leader of the orchestra. Special attention is being given to the dresses, and in the second act, which takes the form of a ministerial fancy dress ball, there is given an opportunity of displaying a bright and varied assemblage of the various characters and chorus in costumes of all ages and countries. The box plan will open at the Bristol on Thursday next. •

"WHAT HAPPENED TO 3ONES?" On Wednesday evening Cvlford Bell's Thespians will be seen in ihn Concert Chamber in the mirth-provoking comedy "What Happened to Jones?" Tho Thespians have met with great success in the suburbs in this oomedv. Oil Thursday evening the progiumnie will consist, of four short comedies of an amusing -nature. The plays are of a very varied character, and are s iid_ to give irreat scope to the artists rmt'ripatmg. A very successful season ,is anticipated. Patrons aro advised to boot rljeir seats. The plan is at the Bristol.