ENTERTAINMENTS

New Zealand Times, Volume XLVI, Issue 10604, 1 June 1920, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. Tho weekly chango of „prograuimo at His Majesty's Theatre was. made last evening, u very large audience Doing present to witness the new revue, entitlod "Tho Flyaway Girls," by tho Harry Burgess Revue Company. xha first act was that of "Littles Mona, aescribed as "the child trap.ezist. ' lm> little lady performed her feats on a trapeze suspended about twelve tcet above tho stage, and she displayed a mastery of her various evolutions, descending in an inverted position from tho trapeze by means of a ">pe. lagcien and Stanley, with their song ami patter, convulsed the audience with laughter, and received sustained applause. Maggie Foster, violinist, whose present season is extending over a considerable period, is likely to remain a firm lav ourite, judging- from the reception tho received last evening at the conclusion of her "turn." Her items this weeU include "Kuyaniak Mazurka,' by H. Wicmiwski ••Silver Threads Among the Gold," and a medley of P?P UIl <r songs. Another new production is that of tho Kodtimas, styled as Japanese equilibrists. The male partner dexterously balances a twelve-foot ladder on the soles of his feet, whilst ho reclines on his back on a table. His partner, a dainty damsel, ascends tho ladder and poses'in various attitudes at its summit whilst it remains bo balanced, ihe item - is decidedly clever. Tho revue constitutes the whole ot the second part of tho programme, and 13 a success musically as well as in humour. Vaudeville revues are seldom possessed of plot, and in order to maintain interest it is necessary that the producing company is capable of making tho best of the situations as they aJ© offered ' Tho Harry Burgess Company excel in this respect. -In "The Myaway Girls", ludicrous situations are frequent, being principally led by that capable comedian, Gus Franks, in a Jewish impersonation. Harry Burgess, as a hotel -waiter, is successful, as is also Los Warton in occasional remarks. Musical numbers include "I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles" and "Dream Boat," by Linda Dale; "Close To My Heart," by Ivy Moore; "Friends," by Mr. Ernest Crawford; and "Ckong," by Les Warton. A novelty in this revue was tho manner of introducing the members ot the chorus on the rise of the curtain. This consisted of a song by Ernest Crawford, in which each chorus members name was called, the owner of the particular name appearing as she was mentioned iu the verses.- An excellent ballet dance- and an Apache dance were revue items. Mr Frank Orowther s orchestra was up to its usjial b:gh standard, and materially assisted in the success of an excellent, programme, which will be .repeated each night this week. '■'THIS LITTLE DAMOZEL. - ' Tho charming, comedy, "The littlo Damozel," portraying the love story arid the varving fortunes of Jnlo Alarcly, the beautiful and ' talented harpist, at a Bohemian cafe in London City, and ot Recklaw Poole, a young man of good birth, but somewhat shady character, was again nloyed to a Jarjte and most - appreciative audi once at tho Grand Opora House last night. Miss Eu-nita Lascollen makes a very fascinating and lovable heroine; while Mr Herbert Ransom a very admirable character stud v ot the ne'er-do-well, who wins her heart. "The Little Damozel" is to be repeated to-night and Wednesday night; and on Thursday <th« popular comedy, "Daddies," is to bo revived for a three-night run. THE' DANDIES OF 1920. The Dnlidios of 1920 gave an admirable exhibition of first-class team-work in their most enjoyable entertainment at the Town Hall 'conceit chamber last night. Solos, choruses, dances, and dramatic sketches wore all alike greatly appreciated. The topical allusion in the new cabaret sccna evoked hearty laughter and armlause; and "The Boy Scout" rounded off successfully a most excellent programme. ' THE KING'S THEATRE. ; The headliner as the King's Theatre j this week hours the typical title, "The Veiled Adventure," sv lively Constance Talruadge feature. As is customary, the popular star takes the part of a fich society girl who .is not very particular ■ about the conventions. As a ruse to obtain some information about a faithless lover she poses as a manicurist. Harri-son-Ford plays opposite -the star. The supporting pictures are excellent. Madame Annette Htvyward, an accomplished operatic contralto, sang "Annie Laurie," "Home, Sweet Honre," and "Tho Irish Immigrant." The . programme will be repeated to-night. EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. Bessie Barriseale has one of the best parts of her caroer in "Within the Cup/' which is showing at Everybody's Theatre. This picture is magnificently produced, and contains magnificent scenes and dresses, while the masked ball is one of tho outstanding features. The supports include tho latest Bath© Gazette, and a delightful educational study. THH EMPRESS. Crowds flocked to witness the bcreenbig of tho superb "feature'' film "The Miracle Man" at the popular Empress during day and evening sessions. This picture embodies a delightful story of I the wondrous workings of human nature, and tho miraculous, though not supernatural, power of faith. Froni the underworld of New York four "crooks,", three man and a girl, go to a quiet country village to "stage" a miraculous cure ivith the aid ,of an elderly and Wind t'aith-healer, who has no suspicion of their irauduleuce. The "fixso' feat is so suceessully accomplished and published far and wide that others ai'e impressed with the miraculous powers "of tho faith-healer and come long distances to be cured. The great faith in the power of tho old man eil'ecta niiiny .remarkable euros, and tho chief "crook" as self-appointed manager of the "nuncio man," reaps a rich harvest in gifts of money and jewels donated by the cured; A millionaire and his physically-afflicted sister become associated with the-prin-cipals, and a charming love theme is evolved. Madame Annette Haywurd, operatic contralto; sings "Sweet Spirit, Hear My Prayer" with enchanting effect, and is awarded prolonged applause. Magnificent music specially provided for the picture is interpreted most eapably by the orchestra. A CONCERT TOUR. Tho Rev. H. Van StiaveTen lia.s just received a cablegram from his daughter. Miss Adelaide Van Staveren. the celebrated mezzo soprano from Coveiit Garden saying that she- is leaving London «.t tlio end of June for a. concert tour of Australia, a'wl New Zealand under tho J. and N. Tait management. Sho will begin her New Zealand tour in Wellington about the middle, of August. BROOKLYN SCOTTISH SOCIETY. ' Tho Brooklyn Scottish Society held ai "hard-up" social and dance. Mr Gressior being in the chair. There was a largo attendance of members and visitors. Short addresses were delivered by the Hon. T. Hislop (chairman of tho Robert Burns Club) and Mr D. Clark (Chief of tho Caledonian Society). Songs were sung by Miss Blair and Messrs &. Hunter, Savage, Wrlghton, and Hood. Several selections were given by Piper Robertson, and Highland dances were provided by tho Misses Currio <2), Jcllio. and Nepdlinm. Mr Ahlors presided at the piano. Mr McGce presented Mr Mougg and Miss Hood with prizes. Altogether a most enjoyable evening was spent. '