FAMOUS N.Z. DIGGERS

Hokitika Guardian, 14 February 1921, Page 1

FAMOUS N.Z. DIGGERS

WEDNESDAY, FEB. Kith. Owing to tilt' numerous reqests by their many friends hero the above combination will pay a return visit before proceeding to Christchurch. The company promises a long selected programme of all the newest items, potted revues, brilliant ensembles, clever comedy sketches, and many novelties from their extensive’ repertoire. Crowded and enthusiastic audiences greeted “The Diggers" everywhere they appeared in Australia and the company returns here with added laurels and a very extensive repertoire of new numbers and “business.” Stan” Lawson as

"lht> one mu! only oil!” is a brilliant success. There have been many less attractive women on the stage—-and also off it—and Mr Lawson gives the impersonation admirably. Included in the personnel of the company are Tano Kama, comedian; (Ins Perkins, baritone; Len Lome, comedian; (ins Dawson, ragtime exponent and dancer; Len Walker, light comedian and dancer; George Proctor, tenor; and the inimitable Stan Lawson, “the misleading lady.” An orchestra of ten members, each one an artist in his particular business, will be a feature of “The Diggers” entertainment. The Brisbane Daily Mail writes thus: "Pew if any, in Diggers” as they ‘went over the top’ precisely at 8 o’clock, could have tailed to be delighted with the excellent work done by the lads as the evening wore on. There was not a dull moment. Humour was the dominant note, but there were many numbers in which scope was given for fine work, and “The Diggers” proved, even when judged by the highest standard in music and drama, that they were as successful as they had been in war.” The box plan is now open at Mclntosh's.