AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 21 May 1928, Page 1

AMUSEMENTS.

EVERYBODYS PICTURES, " TJIHEE BAD MILS' ” TO-NIGIIT. A picturization of one of the most epochal races in history takes place in the new Fox Films production of “Three Bad Men,” dramatic masterpiece woven around one of the most momentous periods in the development of tlic United States, - which is to appear at the ' Princess Theatre'to-night. This was Lhe land rush, in which thousands of people, who succumbed to its lure, took part. The actors in the great drama were men. women and children of every typo and condition of life, from all parts of America and the far-flung places of the earth. Woven through the fabric of the theme, the struggle for land,, is the thrilling"love story of two young pioneers, Dan O’Malley, played by George O’Brien, and Leo Carlton, played by Olive Borden—two stars who seem to live the parts they portray. Equally important is the work of J. Farrell MacDonald Tom Santsehi and Frank Campeau in the roles of the oddly assorted “Three Bad Men,” who bring to the screen one of the most fascinating delineations of “hadness,” lovonbleness and humour. Nor is the villain lacking and in this part Lou Tcllegen gives a splendid interpretation of the suave, handsome, hut unscrupulous frontier gambler. While in striking contrast to his dark moods and deeds, Alec B. Francis as the Reverend Calvin Henson, the kindly man of God, sheds the light ol his love upon all about him. Included in the fine cast are such noted actors of screen and stage as Jay Hunt, star of “ l.ightnin’,’- Priscilla Bonner, Walter Berry. George Irving, Otis Harlan and Georgia Harris. The latter was only recently induced by Fox to leave the speaking stage, where, he was at the height of his fame as a comedian, sv that the screen may have the benefit of his mirth provoking talents. A topical, scenic and comedy also will he shown.

On Friday next Buck Jones will he presented in “The War Horse.”

THE ROYAL SUNBEAMS. JUVENILE MUSICAL COMEDY COMPANY. At the Princess Theatre on Wednesday afternoon and evening the Royal Australian Sunbeams will appear in “The "Wedding of Baby Doreen,” a production t-liat has drawn large houses and won high praise in both Australia and New Zealand. One Australian critic wrote; “One cannot see ‘Tliq Wedding - of Baby Doreen’ without being struck with the effectiveness and thoroughness with which the juveniles have been trained. There is a. complete absence of hesitancy and a confidence horn of long experience. There have been juvenile companies hero before, but not of the standard of completeness attained by tlio present combination. The producer (Miss Chrissie Royal) is obviously highly equipped with a comprehensive knowledge of stage work, and the result is the unmistakable professional touch both in the work of tho young artists and in the details of production and mounting.” The personnel of the company includes many juveniles who are destined to become “stars. in Inter years, notably Baby Doreen (a seven-year-old soiibrette), Harry Usslier (wonderful boy soprano) Wee Jackie Clarke (character comedian and dancer), Owen Jones (a remarkable acrobat and dancer at. eight years of age), Jean White (premier dnnseuse). Thelma Forrest (classical dancer and athlete), Phyllis Robertson (acrobatic dancer), and Noni Miles (solo dancer). The Radiant Ballet and Tiny Tot are two ballets that have won unstinted praise. Another speciality worthy of mention is tlio Royal Sunbeam Wonders, a troupe of girl acrobats who perform many new and amazing feats. Prices; 4s, 3s. plus tax, and * -s. Box plan at Miss Mclntosh's. Matinee prices: Adults 3s 3d and 2s, children Is Gd and Is.