PRINCESS THEATRE

Hokitika Guardian, 31 August 1921, Page 3

PRINCESS THEATRE

! BAZAAR AND ENTERTAINMENT. A measure full and overflowing was the generous value given at the Princess Theatre yesterday when tlie All Saints' Church annual fete and sale of work took place. There was a crowd cd attendance all day and night, and the audience was so well entertained that the throng remained till the last item of the long programme at night was given. It was a spirited gathering Business was brisk and the stall holders recorded good returns. There was a great variety of goods at the various Malls, where fancy goods, plain sewing, baby and children’s garments were on sale. Also tlie men were catered for at a special stall, and “the inner man” was not forgotten, for there were also produce, sweet, cake and refreshment stalls. Numerous ladies controlled all these adjuncts to the bazaar proceedings, and bad many helpers. The public crowded the building at night and all seating accommodation was taxed to tlie limit. In such circumstances everything proceeded right merrily. The entertainment organised by Airs Stavoloy was one of the best. The first part was of the revue order. The stage was a study in black and white and made a novel setting. The effect of the many stage pictures was brightened by the electric lighting. Mr Cranston’s firm assisted materially in this, while Messrs Tomlinson and Gifford were responsible for the installation and the control of the lights, which made a very brilliant display. Th ’ programme was replete with novel items. AH were bright and sonrkling and engrossed the audience. Many numbers were encored, and the whole entertainmet went with a vim. Mrs Staveley had a strong chorus and the dressing and neat assemblage added to the stage picture. Several very pretty and catchy items were included in tlie numbers rendered, and the audience was quite enraptured all through. The dancing and grouping was always - •'■(•live. This was particularly so in the second half, wherein the juvenile element assisted in distinctive items. Tt was all most pleasing. Mrs Houston at the piano lent very friendly aid and the whole production must he - pronounced quite a special attraction. BAZAAR CLOSES TO-NIGHT. The Bazaar was open again this afternoon and well attended. To-night will l,e the final opening. Mrs Stavelev’s entertainment will be repeated in its entirety, and is sure to attract another large, attendance. To-day and to-night the balance of the goods will be on vale at- bargain prices. Despite the volume of business done yesterday, the stock of goods is still very large, and to clear the goods, bargain upon bargain will be offered. There should be another bumper attendance.