ENTERTAINMENTS

Dominion, Volume 14, Issue 201, 20 May 1921, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS

KING’S THEATRE. "Dangerous Business,” the principal film to bo shown at ths King’s Theatre to-night, is described as a rapid-fire story of the many loves of a somewhat irresponsible but completely charming girl. Nancy Flavoll (Constance Talmadge) in early life develops the (for her) entertaining habit of falling in love and out again ns often ns the whim takes her. One of her really sincere admirers is Clarence Brooks, her father’s secretary; but Nancy lets him go off. to the war with but a smile. When her parents insist on her marrying a somewhat stolid but otherwise eligible suitor, Nancy revolts. A way out seems impossible, until the bride-to-be hits on the idea of announcing that she is already married to Brooks, now fighting in France. The idea Works brilliantly, until Brooks returns from the war. Things then become decidedly awkward for Nancy. Brooks is quite ready to go on with the joke, and takes his supposed bride to his mother’s home. Just, here the fun is said to become fast and furious, but in the end all parties, it is said, emerge with credit, and Nancy is happily married. In the portrayal of Nancy, the fickle and effervescent. Constance Talmadge is said to be brilliant. The clever child violinist, Miss Gladys Vincent, who delighted so many of last week’s patrons, will play several new numbers, and excellent musio will be rendered by the King's orchestra. EMPRESS THEATRE. At the Empress Theatre to-day and tonight "The Story of the Rosary" should attract attention. The story turns chiefly on the straggle between Pa“ul" and Phillip Romain to secure the hand of Venetia, daughter of Prince Sabran of Strelsa. The action alternates between England, where Venetia has been brought up, and Strelsa, which is in the throes of revolution. Paul is reported to have lost his life in an attack upon the insurgents. Venetia decides to take the veil. Paul is in reality a prisoner. He escapes, and after overcoming many difficulties, arrives at the convent just in time to save his fiancee from the cloister. It is supported by the first chapter of "The Silent Avenger," and the last episode of “The Invisible Hand.” EVERYBODY’S THEATRE. Two popular stars, June Caprice and Creighton Hale, are to be seen in the new Pathe feature, "The Love Cheat,” which commences to-day at Everybody’s Theatre. The story is_ described as simple, and appealing with .many human notes that strike a convincing harmony. The romance of a poor artist and a wealthy society girl, it furnishes many golden opportunities for the two stars, who form a popular and tried team in pictures. Essentially a family picture. there is said to be nothing to offend and much to give pleasure in this offering. /An excellent supporting programme includes "Money to Burn," a Rolin comedy, starring Snub Pollard, also the latest Pathe Gazette, and Kinogram No. 4, a new departure in screen work.

QUEEN’S THEATRE. "White Star,” now being shown at the Queen’s Theatre, is something new in eporting dramas. By a dastardly plot, an attempt is made to dispose of the favourite, “White Star,” and though the jockey is badly wounded by bombs dropped from an aeroplane, he rides the favourite past the winning post, an easy first. The drama is an interesting one, and should appeal to all lovers of the sport of kings. A fascinating love-story is interwoven, and Queenie Thomas, the brilliant English screen star, appears to great advantage. A five-reel Metro drama is also on the bill, and is entitled "Calibre 38,” featuring Mitchell Lewis in one of his strongest parts.. There are also good supports. ANTONIO NOTARIELLO.

Signor Antonio Notariello, who is to appear on Saturday under the management of Messrs. J. and N. Tait, is claimed to be the finest ■ tenor who has yet visited the Dominion. Notariello was specially engaged for Messrs. J. and N. Tait by Mr. A. P. Truda, the Wellington musician, and comes direct to New Zealand in the heyday of his vocal triumphs. For the past two years lie has hold the interest of the Italian musical world as principal tenor at the Theatre Constanza, Rome, and his present repertoire contains excerpts from •11 the best-known literature. At the forthcoming concerts he will be assisted by a highly-talented trio of,, supporting artists. Miss Elsie Kell, tf young Wellington soprano of much promise, needs no introduction to local musical people. Mr. Gordon Short, a newly-arrived pianist. is a brilliant exponent, of the Carreno school. Miss Ray Fox, a rising Australian violinist, has elicited the highest praise from New Zealand critics. The first concert will take place in the Town Hall to-morrow night, and the second and third in the Opera House on Monday and Wednesday nights respectively. Prices, booking arrangements, and students’ concessions are fully dealt with by advertisement. CESARONI. Through the good offices of. Signor Tino Cappelli, Signor Lucien CeSaroni, of Wellington, has been offered, and has accepted an engagement to sing next year some twenty-five numbers for the Columbia Gramophone Company. Thereafter he will probably make a concert tour of South America with Cappelli. On June 14 and 15 Signor Ceearoni and hie Wellington pupils are to give two operatic concerts in the Concert Chamber. The programme will include the finale of "La Favorite” (Donizetti), the Prayer from "La Tosca,” the Prologue from "I Pagliacci.” the prologue from "Otello,” "O Mio Fernando" from "La Favorita,” "Calumny” from "The Barber of Seville," and other notable numbers. The soloists will *be Miss Olive Bath (soprano). Miss Evelyn Harris (mezzo), Mr. Robert Porteous (tenor). Mr. Ernest Jones (baritone), and Mr. Len Daniell (basso). CHURCH CONCERT. A concert in aid of the rebuilding fund of St. Mary’s Church drew a large audience to the Concert Chamber last night, and as a result of the effort a substantial sum will be added to the fund. The. programme was a varied and attractive one. Songs were contributed by Miss E. Charles, Miss Ryan, Mr. Verdi M’Kenzio, and Master Tom George, a boy soprano with a, voice of pleasant quality. Character songs were given by Miss Phyllis M‘Millan and Mr. Stanley Airth: A duet, "Alice Blue Gown,” was contributed by Miss M'Millan and Mr. Airth, andl an excellent musical monologue by Mr. Lawrence Hanlon. Miss Ira Wolfgang and Miss M. Hall gave solo dances, in very graceful style. A very small maiden, Miss Gladys Smythe, danced a sailor’s hornpipe in a fashion that delighted the audience. Other successful items were a ventriloquial sketch by Mr. M. Howard, a demonstration of sleight-of-hand by Mr. It. It. Oakley, a. saxophone solo by Mr. Fritz Holland, end a recitation by Miss Dorothy Tossman, a, diminutive performer. Incidental music was provided by Braund’s Elite Orchestra.