ENTERTAINMENTS

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLVI, Issue 2730, 8 May 1924, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

A dance, under the auspices of the Moutoa Hall Committee, will he hold in the Moutoa Hall to-morrow evening. These functions are noted for their popularity. Good music and splendid floor. Price of admission only 2-.

ROYAL PICTURES. To-morrow night the thrilling picture entitled “If I Were King” will be screened. The star is Ethel Clayion and she is depicted in her mo-: brilliant an*d charming mood. The >tory in cameo: The dam Mas burst, a shrill cry of terror rang through ihe valley, a girl was imprisoned in a castle, a prince was her captor, >he sought escape, but he barred the way. The romance of the year. Don't miss seeing “If T Were King.” Comedy "Post of the Storm Country.” Prices !Ul and 1/6, children as usual.

On Saturday night a gypsy bull and bazaar is one of the pieturesque events in “The Woman Conquers,” the First National attraction starring Katherine MacDonald. Bryant Washburn is seen in support of Katherine MacDonald. A exceptionally tine picture of the Artie regions.

“A FOOL THERE WAS.” For next Saturday evening at the Town Hall a very line selection of pictures has been chosen. Heading the list is a seven reel feature “A" Fool (here Was” a drama inspired by the words in Kipling’ poem “The Vampire.'' It is the reverse story of the poor, silly and helpless girl, who i- ensnared by a .wicked man. It is the drama of the male fool who is tricked, hypnotised, trapped and “cleaned-up” by a designing, coldblooded siren for whom he sacrifices business, family and honour. “The Fool” is played bv Lewis Stone and “the vampire” by Estelle TayI«ir, whilst other names in a fine east include Marjorie Daw, Mahlou Hamilton, Wallace McDonald, etc. Saturday’s supporting items are an Al. St. .John comedy “Young and Dumb,” ami a sporting special “The man who Dempsey Conquered.” Prices as usual. Watch out for “The Cause for Divorce,” and “The Covered Wagon.”