MAJESTIC THEATRE.

Evening Post, Volume CVIII, Issue 131, 29 November 1929, Page 5

MAJESTIC THEATRE.

"Words and Music," the all-talking, singing, and dancing production, is the big feature to commence screening at the Majestic lheatre to-day. There are eight song hits, and more than 100 beautiful girls in the chorus and ballet. "Words and Music" is a show within a show. One is Introduced at the outset to a crowd of cheerful students vicing with each other in the production of what is evidently tho American equivalent of a capping concert. A prize of £300 is offered for the best ensemble number. Interest centres on two rival "producers"—the college bully aha tne son of the local music store owner. There is rich comedy in the student capers that precede the opening of the competition scenes, but the character of the story remains unaltered until the moment comes for the presentation of the rival numbers. Then "Words and Music" becomes a musical comedy indeed —with tuneful melodies, gorgeous frocking, excellent dancing, and perfect ensembles of several kinds. Lois Moran is indeed a versatile artist. A year ago she was seen in the cream of silent pictures; when talkies opened, she made ono minor appearance in a chort comedy. Now sho is a perfect musical comedy star. Her previous stage training, both as regards singing and dancing, has stood her well. She dances with grace and reveals a delightful soprano voice. Miss Moran sings two little numbers—"Beauty" and "Yours Sincerely. David Percy, the magnificent baritone who delighted everyone with his singing in "The Black Watch," plays opposite Miss Moran, and sings.