RED RIDING HOOD.

King Country Chronicle, Volume VI, Issue 425, 23 December 1911, Page 5

RED RIDING HOOD.

A SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE. The well-knwon story of Red Riding Hood, dear to the hearts of both ■vnung and old, dear to the hearts of the voung on account of the thrilling adventure of the little maid; dear to the hearts of the old because it awakens fresh memories of childhoods dav—was ably nourtrayed in the form ■of"a grand operetta by the Sunday School children of St. Luke's Church on Thursday evening in the in aid of a prize and picnic fund. There was a good attendance, and judging by the frequent applause the performance was thoroughly enjoyed and much appreciated. The promoters Mesdames Darrow and Stanton, are to be congratulated for the successful manner in which the piece was produced. They were ably assisted by Mrs Rouse, and Miss Graham also contributed to the success of the production. Great credit is due to those ladies who spent so much time in training the children, expressions of praise "being heard on all sides. The operetta was admirably staged, the scenic effects being particularly adapted to the story. The costumes of tfte children were bright and charming', and lent much variety to the entertainment. Florence Lineham, who took the part cE Red Riding Hood, did splendidly through a very trying task, and is to be congratulated for her efforts. She showed plenty of confidence, and did her part to finish with a swing. Edith Pickling, as "Mother," was most realistic in her duties of Housewife, and in her maternal fondness for her child, "Red Riding Hood." Miss Downes, as "Grandmother," was equally good, and deserved much praise. "The Woodman," Mr H. Poutawera, was the hero of the evening for his timely assistance to Red Riding Hood." ■"The Wolf," Mr A. Price, attracted much attention and was the cause of considerable mirth. Doris Spencer as "Primrose," Myra Pethenck as "Popny," Jeauie Forsyth as "Buttercup,'" and Muriel Bayley as ""Rose." were equally attractive to Red Riding Hood to cause her to linger by the wayside. M. Matthew, f. Adams, M. Douglas, G. Pickling, Y. Jones and M. Jone3 as "Bluebells," charmed the heart of fne little lingerer, and were also fur+hpr responsible for delay by the way, and the thrilling experience with the "Wolf." The singing was really good and gave evidence of very painstaking training. The music was supplied by Miss Graham (piano) and Mr 33. Clapham (violin), in a most pleasing manner.