AMUSEMENTS.

Hokitika Guardian, 26 September 1929, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

“ R,p Van winkle ” to-night. At the Princess Theatre to-niglit tin Hokitika amateurs will occupy t-ln stage with the final production of tin comic opera ‘'Hip Van Winkle” ir aid of the funds of the Fire Brigade It -will be the final production of th< opera, which was organised under tin sole direction of Mrs Staveley and has been so successful from evpry point o view. The three acts of the opera constitute very pleasant entertainment. Ths opera is interpreted by a most capable caste, and every justice is done to both the music and the dialogue. Patrons "ill be well entertained from start tc finish. the doors open to-night at 7.15 and the performance begins at 7.50. At the popular prices of 3s, 2s, and Is, there is every inducement to crowd the theatre to the limit and give the Fire Brigade a bumper benefit. EVERYBODYS PICTURES. SYD. CHAPLIN FRIDAY. > Syd. Chaplin is hack in another mirth provoking comedy with all his old brand of humor and a whole set of new comedy “gags.” The picture we refer-to is “Skirts,” a Metro-Goldwvn-Mayer film to be screened at the Princess Theatre on Friday. This picture, an adaptation of the London stage success, “A Little Bit of Fluff.” has all that goes to make up a good comedy. Chaplin’s characterisation of a young husband who becomes entangled in all sorts of worldly snares is excellent. The teriipo and continuity of the film have been handled in a masterly fashion by the two directors, Jess Robbins and Wheeler Dryden, of whom the latter also wrote the scenario for this photoplay. The supporting cast is good, backing up the star in every gag with remarkable ease and fine comedy sense. ALI in all “Skirts” is one of the finest pictures of the year, as well as being Syd. Chaplin’s latest • and best comedy. Betty Balfour, famous English beauty, has the feminine lead in “Skirts.” She has pert charm as well as ravishing beauty and makes a splendid comedienne. Victor McLaglen’s brother, Clifford, has the “heavy” part in this picture and enacts the menace realistically, albeit with perfect humor. Ethers who prove adequate in their respective roles are Nancy Rigg, Annie Esmond, Edmond Breon, Diana Wi - son and Enid Stamp Taylor, a London society favourite. “Skirts” is laugh nv’dicine of the strongest brewing. It has everything which makes a comedy amusing. Tiie usual supports including Serial will also be shown. Selections by the orchestra and usual prices.