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ENTERTAINMENTS

“THE MIDNIGHT SUN.” A cavern of jewels, a grotto of solid gold and silver, hidden away in the depths of the earth, where the spirits which influence the beautiful gems live in a realm all their own, is the setting for the “Ballet of Jewels” in the Universal production, ’’The Midnight Sun,” which opens al the De Luxe Theatre tonight. The picture was directed by Dimitri Buchowetzki. The “Ballet of Jmvels’’ was staged by Fenchon, under Ihe supervision of Buchowetzki. Fanchon is the feminine half of the famous vaudeville and producing team of Fanchon and Marco. Fanchon has won an enviable repulalion for the manner in which she stages dance divertissements, nd is said to have surpassed all her previous efforts in this. The ballet shows rhe famous Imperial Russian Ballet I hat, during tire reign of the Tsars, performed in St. Petersburg. It was then considered the greatest in ■ the . world. The famous Opera House in St. Petersburg was reproduced in every detail, and all its splendour and greatness are shown. Incidentally this scene includes a huge audience of extras who not only had the pleasure of witnessing the ballet, but also were paid for doing so. The costuming of the audience is in keeping with the event depicted, for the scene represents the Imperial Ballet at the height of its greatne-s when a gala performance would bring together one of the most brilliant assemblages in the world. Laura La Plante, whoso rise to screen fame has been most rapid, heads the imposing cast. Pat O'Malley is seen in a role entirely different from anything he ever attempted before. As the third principal Raymond Keane will be seen. Not only is it Keane’s first prominent role, but also his first picture. George Siegmann, whose mime is known wherever photoplays are shown, plays the “heavy.” Arthur Hoyt is to be seen in a most congenial role; as is Earl Metcalf. Nina Romano, one of the screen’s foremost beauties, is also a member of the great cast. The orchestra will render a special musical programme. Box plans are at the Bristol, Aitken’s Book Arcade, or seals may be booked at tlie theatre, telephone 23—080, after 5 p.m. “THE UNFAIR SEX.” Another large crowd visited the Grand Opera House last night, and thoroughly enjoyed every line of the witty dialogue in “The Unfair Sex,” a sparkling farcical comedy, in three acts, presented by John Cunningham's company of talented English artists. The plot of “The Unfair Sex” deals with the promiscuous flirtation, the birthrate, the divorce "court, and golf. There is not one dull moment during the whole performance, nnd the audience were kept in hearty laughter all the time. As Diana Trevor, the philandering wife. Miss Zillah Bateman came in for much applause, which

ahe undoubtedly deserved. Her » c t iu « was very fine indeed. She wa6 I* I ’*®? ' ly natural, and lived the P art ‘ , Vera St. John (Joan Delisse) acted her difficult role to a nicely. MW Henrietta Cavendish as Helen Delisse was excellent, and could not have better in her part. Mr. Norman Carter, by his versatile comedy, was a frequent souim of laughter, and Mr- Campbell Copelin, who makes himself very P)?P u j lar, strengthened the play by- his L “ n ; acting. Mr. Frank Bradley, Miss Syivj» Clifton, and Jack Phillips, all helped to add further interest to the popular entertainment. The stage setting aM lighting is very fine indeed. The play, which everyone in tcarch of. a laugn shon see, will be repatd to-night, ana again to-morrow night. A change of programme will be, given on Monday, when the comedy, TMiza Comes to Stay,” will be produced.

QUEEN’S THEATRE. Following on an unusually good first week run at the De Luxe Theatre, "The Bat” will commence its second week in AVellington with to-night’s presentation at the, Queen’s Theatre. There will be a matinee on Saturday also. "The Bat” is a Roland AVest production, adapted from the famous stage , "The Bat” is so mystifying that the audience suspects almost everybody of being a criminal, and early in the action at that. The story of "The Bat”, must not .be told, and the audience is requested not to tell it,- for that wouldspoil if for everyone w-ho is later to see the picture. But the story begins after . an exciting skyscraper *robbery and safecracking at a bank, achieved by the hidden criminal called "The Bat.’ The action then moves to the Long Island home of a wealthy spinster, where the loot is supposed to be hidden. Charles Herzinger. Emily Fitzroy, Louise Fazenda, Arthur Houseman, Jewel Carmen, Jack Pickford, »nd Julio Canninati are featured in the powerful cast -which acta this most mysterious of mystery dramas. The box plan is now open at the Bristol, or seats may bo reserved at the theatre, ’phone 22—334. HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE. A merry concoction of good things m "Exit Laughing,” the revue now being presented at His Majesty’s Theatre by the Hector St. Clair Revue Company. Hector St. Clair is seen at his best in “The All-in-One Police Court,” where, in the double capacity of counsel and judge, he makes impassioned speeches to himself, in a case concerning "Criminal Rigts.” Roy McLean and Dot Cresswell do some clever eccentric dancing, and the Three Rodneys make a good impression by their youthful grace. In the vaudeville first half, Bertini gives a masterful performance on his violin, and is ably assisted at the piano by Byrne. Lorna, Lance and Co., a quartet of clever juveniles, make a welcome reappearance with their song and dance turn. Paul du Bur and his partner tear paper into intricate designs and the Carthy Bros, mingle bright comedy with their clever dancing. ’ KING’S THEATRE. Norma Shearer and Lew Cody are featured in the leading roles of "His, Secretary,” the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture, which will commence screening at , the King’s Theatre to-night. The direotor, Hobart Henley, has treated a modern version of the ugly duckling fable with sophistication and subtlety, and has made one of the year’s most engaging light comedies from a story that depicts the romance of a business girl. Her role affords Miss Shearer an opportunity of displaying her ability as a comedienne, a talent that has had no outlet in such dramatic pictures as “He AVho Gets Slapped.” Included in the powerful supporting cast are AVillard Louis, Karl Dane, Mabel van Buren, Gwen Lee, and Ernest Gillen. A wellvaried supporting programme, which will include a gazette and comedy, will also be shown, while suitable incidental music by the orchestra is promised. EMPRESS THEATRE. "The Blind Goddess," described m. a startling revelation of the unreliability of circumstantial evidence, with Jack . Holt as the star, is the principal feature bn the programme, which commences today at the Empress Theatre. As a brilliant young prosecuting attorney, faced with the dilemma of choosing between the girl he loves and his ideal of duty, Holt has a powerful dramatic role, radically different from any he has previously por’rayed. The story, directed by. AHctor Fleming, - with Esther Ralston, Ernest Torrance, and Louise Dresser sharing the position of star with Holt, was adapted from Arthur Train’s widely read novel. The locale of the picture is New York, and the action, ranges from the grim routine of the criminal courts to the smart social atmosphere of Fifth Avenue’s exclusive liomes. Romance, politics, mother love, and a spectacular murder trial are interwoven in the plot. The second feature is "Black Cvelone,” a Master picture, starring Rex, "the king of wild horses.” The picture is a novelty film, dealing with the love of Rex for Lady, and his fights to keep her from Killer, an outlaw horse. PARAMOUNT THEATRE. . “The AA’ilderness AVoman,” Robert Kane’s new production for First National is the feature whih will commence at the Paramount Theatre to-day. Aileen Pringle, Lowell Sherman and Chester Conklin appear in the feature roles. Adapted by Paul Bern and Paul Schofield from the "Saturday Evening Post” serial by Arthur Stringer, "The AA’ilderness AVoman” presents the amusing adventures of an Alaskan miner and his daughter in New York. Lowell Sherman appears as the hero, a type ’of part seldom played by him before. Robert Cain steps' into the heavy role of the villian, while Henry Vibart has an important character part. One of the most amusing ators in the cast is a bear cub. He escapes from his room in fashionable New York hoel and goes on. a wild ramage among the guests in the lobby. The supporting programme inludos a gazetete, scenic and comedy, while a suitable score of incidental music has been arranged for the oriiestra by Air. R. R. Caulton. PRINCESS THEATRE. “Behind the Front.” Paramount s special war-comedy, heads the triple feature bill which is to commence at the New Prince-s Theatre to-day. AVallace Beery and Raymond Hatton are cast as two American pirates. The adventures which befall them there are said to be amongst the funniest and most laugh-provoking which have ■ ever been screened. May Brian has the role of the heroine, who is the cause of all these adventures. The second feature is "Let’s Get .Married," starring Richard Dix and Lois Wilson. The story tells of a young man fresh from college who is a source of .annoyance io everyone on account of his wild nights. At last ho falls in love, and after turning over a new leaf is wrongly accused of starting another brawl. He gets thirty days’ imprisonment without the option, blit he keeps up his courtship while in gaol. The third feature is "The Life of Jack Hobbs," which shows intimate glimpses of that great cricketer’s life. ARTCRAFT THEATRE. . A Splendid programme is promised at the Artcraft Theatre to-night, when the famous Metro-Goldwyn feature, "The Spoiling Atenus,” will be screened. It tells of the daughter of a Scottish lord who falls in . love with a commoner whilst her father is living on the Continent. He returns on her eighteenth birthday, closely followed by a penniless prince, who is determined to marry (lie lioiress. Complications follow to provide much exciting entertainment up to a dramatic climax. Blanche Sweete and Ronald Colman appear opposite each other in the principal roles. Lew. Codv is also in the cast. No. fewer than four, excellent and varied pictures nro indicated in the bill, the whore to appropriate music bv James Haydock. “ARIADNE.” 13ie final presentation of “Ariadne” by the National Reperlory Theatre Society last night was received with great enthusiasm, the ovation accorded the company nt the last curtain being evidence of the enjoyment that had been afforded the audience and the appreciation in Wellington of the work of the society in its interpretation of worth-while, plays. Much credit is din? to the producer. Mr. Leo du Chateau, for the whole entertainment. while the active members of the society have added to their laurels through this production. Mr. Vivian, Rhind Mrs. E. J. Fawcett, and Mr. TV. S. Wanchop had to bow taany times last night in response to the applause accorded them. The curtain-raiser, “The Maker of Dreams," was also very well nwaivod.

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Dominion, Volume 20, Issue 47, 19 November 1926, Page 14

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ENTERTAINMENTS Dominion, Volume 20, Issue 47, 19 November 1926, Page 14

ENTERTAINMENTS Dominion, Volume 20, Issue 47, 19 November 1926, Page 14

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