ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Times, Volume XLIV, Issue 10278, 13 May 1919, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

HIS MAJESTY'S. The change of programme by Fuller s Vaudeville Company at His Majesty» Theatre last evening drew a packed at-, tendance. Two new “turns" were presented, and made a favourable impression. The first of these was that by Corrie and Baker, who proved themselves pleasing entertainers in song, patter end dance. The vocalisations by these two were particularly creditable. The Faynes, the other newcomers, figured in a contortionist and vocal act. The male performer seemed to be utterly devoid of bones, twisting and bending himself to an amazing degree. His partner sang attractively and was cordially applauded. The French' duo, Mdlo. Eieuse and M. Georges Eogor, presented new songs and performed skilful dances in a manner that evoked an insistent double encore. A new song and patter act by James and Selma went exceedingly well, their jokes being wholesome and new, and their songs were smart and up-to-date. Uhe Eoyal Togos, the Japanese jugglers and rope-walkers, performed their remarkable feats with their customary facility. The chorus songs by Nellie Kolle were in great demand, her most popular being "When the Boys Come Marching Home" and "Little Girl." Miss Kollo also gave a pianoforte selection, "The Bohemian Girl." Baron, the ventriloquist, Ward Lear (comedian), and Marjorie Alwyn, the gifted contralto, contributed to the success of the new bill. There will be a repetition this evening. LOW KUM AND COMPANY, On Saturday next Low Kum, a Chinese magician,- wail open a season of seven tuguts at the Grand Opera House. it is certainly something out of the ordinary to have a visit from an entertainer cl.rect from Hong Kong. To any who have doubts as to Low Kum not being a true Chinese magician, there is an ptt'er of iiUK), which will be given by the management to any ‘local institution if proof is advanced to this effect. The illusions to be presented by Low Kum are all new, and will include two big features, “The Production of a Nation" and “The Execution." The magician will be assisted by a company of star artists. The box plan will open at the Bristol to-morrow morning at 9 a.m. THE KING’S. The King's Theatre was crowded bo overflowing last evening, when the principal feature among the musical portion of the programme was the vocal items by Miss Carrie Lanceley, the popular soprano., Miss Lanceley was accorded demonstrative,applause after each of her numbers, which comprised "Jewel Song" from Gounod's "Faust,” "You Will be Mine,” “Love's Garden of Hoses,,’' “Parted" (Tooti), and “Oh, Whistle and I'll Come to Ye, My Lad.'' It is seldom that a vocalist of such gifts and art as Miss Lanceley is heard locally, and it must be gratifying to the management that their enterprise in providing this artistic treat is meetiig with such spontaneous appreciation. Miss Lanceley is aUv supported by Miss Ava Symons (violin). Miss Nellie Simpson (flute), and Miss Doris Struble (accompanist and tfonologuist). The pictures are of uncommon merit, comprising an episode of the serial “The Scarlet Runner." the “feature" drama “The Kingdom of lEouth," with Tom Moore and Madge Kennedy In the chief roles, "Me and My Dog" (a superb scenic study), "When War Meant Peace” (oomedy), and the latest Pathe Gazette. The programme will be repeated this evening. Patrons we reminded that there will be a matinee to-morrow.

EVERYBODY'S THBATRT. "The Apostle of Vengeance," which Is being fhowa at Everybody's Theatre, tells how a parson believes and preaches the peane-at-any-prioe doctrine, but when the honour of his sister is at stake he thinks and acts quite differently. The eleventh episode, of "The House of Hate” is also being shown. EMPRESS THEATRE. There is a spark of good in. every man, and t'~ proof of this exists in the Triangle feature entitled "Cassidy" now screenin'- at the Empress. Dick Roe son £ starred In the leading role, and is responsible for some wonderfully realistic acting. As "Cassidy" he is a master of emotionalism, and gives a perfect conception of the degenerate outcast who taakes the supreme sacrifice out of gratitude. Several interesting films are shown in support, including a mirthprovokina Keystone comedy. Mr C. Melvin, who has become a popular vooaUnt, will sing "When tire Great Red Dawn ; <t Shining."