THE TOREADOR

Hokitika Guardian, 11 January 1924, Page 2

THE TOREADOR

AXOTHKR SFCCKSSFFL BRESEXTATIOX. For the second production of t»e T.ireador at tile Princess Theatre Et-l night, despite weather conditions •■■mi other attractioiis. there was a go- ~i attendanet', and the )ireseiitation « ! greatly enjoyed. The whole ja-rfor-; - anee may be described. a< one of tie best nbinod mi tin* local stage by ama teurs. The opera is a lengthy "lie, but never tit tine moment did interest flag, while tile wealth of detail necessary to the complete production, was not marred in any wav. The chant'' leristies ol the various parts we> - well pourirayed, tied tie- staging awl mounting left very little to be required. The solid support ol 'he chorus was an outstanding feature. It was probably the best chorus iompany (professional or otherwise) seen on the local hoards for many a iiav. It was it good looking chorus, arli-n tally dressed, and assembled to the very best advantage. The grouping, marching and actions really left imlliing to be desired, and the vocti ■support given throughout the op »*a wits a splendid aid to the al!-roi:. , t ’ suceoak. The .too, under tin* baton of its capable conductor, was a principal factor in Hi" all-round success. Indeed, not with any department was there any serious .lel'eet it/ cavil at. All the principals deserve credit for their work, and the whole production must be pronounced a distinctive success, adding greatly 'o the laurels of the northern town for its success in a class of entertainment in which it lias achieved on lorm.'r

occasions many great successes. .At the dose of the performance last night Mr Be baa returned thanks to the audience and all who had assist si to make the visit the pronounced sne-ee-s it had proved both here and at (I ret mouth.