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ENTERTAINMENTS: STAGE PICTURES MUSIC

iiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiii WILLIAMSON’S GILBERT AND SULLIVAN COMPANY FAREWELL TOUR. Tlio return season of the Gilbert and £ Sullivan Company in Christchurch 0 proved even more successful than the ) original record one in that city, and c during the one just terminated m t ~nd every known record was ( broken. Great interest is being mani- ~ tested at Napier, Hastings, and Palmerston North over the presentation in those oentres of “The Yeomen of the Guard,” which is one of the most popu- , lar of the works of tho beloved oollaborators. Although the plans do not f open until nest week the box office agents have, we are informed, already leceivcd sufficient applications for seats to fill the local theatres to their full capacity. Miss Strella Wilson is unquestionably one of the best sopranos we have vet heard in comic opera, and as Elsie Maynard in ‘‘The Yeomen oi j the Guard” she received great oppor- . tunities. Mr Charles Walenn has achieved one of his best successes as < Jack Point, the jester, and so has Mr John Ralston in the rolo of Wij- j fred Shadholt. Mr James Hay s digmBed and artistic portrayal of the role , of Colonel Fairfax is one oi lns beet , characterisations, and all the othei principals are happily cast in the Yeomen,” which is regarded as S r Arthur Sullivan’s masterpiece. the Yeomen of the Guard” will be staged at Napier on Thursday night next at Hastings on Friday next, and at Palmerston North on Saturday next. On Monday, December 13th the company will stage a brilliant protruc- ( tion l of ‘‘The Gondoliers” at Masterton, and on Tuesday, December 14th they ; will begin a farewell season of six nights at the Grand Opera House, after which they will leave for SydUC During the six nights no less than six operas are to he staged, beginning with a final revival ot the c ), ell 2°" s comic opera, ‘‘The Gondoliers. . Playgoers wifi he delighted to receive another opportunity to hear James Hay . f brilliant rendering of Take a Pair m Sparkling Eyes,” and to enjoy StielU Wilson’s glorious soprano voice in the mulTof Casilda. Mr Charles Walenn is in his element as the Buke of Plaza Toro, and so is Miss Winifred M llliamson as the Duchess of Plaza Toro. Mr John Ralston will make his first appearance here as the g™nd inquisitor. Find Hiss Patti Russell Miss Mabel Gibson, Mr Lance bairfax, and Mr Leo Daniton null appear in the roles in which they proved successful lieie recently. On Wednesdav (aftermron and evening), December 16th. ih ° Veoroen of the Guard” will he staged and on Thursday, December 16th, “lolanthe” will m‘s pFn-i----dav, December 1/th, H.il.s. P'jm fore,” preceded by “Trial by Jurj will be presented, and on Saturday (afternoon and evening), December 18th “The Mikado” will be revived. On Monday, December 20th, the companv will make their final appearance in New Zealand, when “The Pirates of Penzance” will he presented lhe chorus, under the direction of Gustave Slapoffski, is a feature of all the operas. The box plans for the Weilincton season will be opened at the Bristol Piano Co. on Friday morning next at nine o’clock. A quSue will be formed from 8 a.ro. INVITATION RECITAL MR. AND MADAME DE MAUNY. An invitation recital will be given next Tuesday evening in the Conoert Chamber by the students of Mr and Madame de Manny. These recitals are always exceptionally interesting on account of the varied nature of the programme, and this year’s promises to he especially good. A special feature will be Madame de Mauny’s ladies* choir, who among other items will sing Elgar’s beautiful part-song, “The Snow,” with double violin obligati parts.

EMPRESS THEATRE “THE SLASH OP THE WOLVES” AND “THE PALM BEACH GIRL.” Rin-Tin-Tin, the wonder dog, whose fnn-following rivals that of almost any of the human stars of the screen, is now appearing in the stellar role of “The Clash of the Wolves,” the Warner Bros, classic of the screen, which commenced screening at the Empress Theatre yesterday. In this latest Rin-Tin-Tin picture, in which .Inho Marlowe and Pat Hartigan also appear, Weston transforms Lobo from the savage leader of a pad: of cattle-killing wolves to a faithful friend through a simple act of kindness similar to that of Androcles, of ancient Roman times. To young Weston’s friends Lobo is the personification of affection and gentleness; to his enemies, a fiend of retribution and revenge. Although a reward of 2000 dollars hangs over the easily recognisable leader of the cattle-killers, when Dave, a young prospector, finds him dying of his wound, he befriends him and preserves his life. In return for his kindness Lobo several times outwits and outfights the villainous assayer who attempts to steal Weston’s valuable borax claim. He finally saves his new master’s life, wrecks his vengeance upon his persecutor, and lives to see Dave and May, a neighbouring rancher’s daughter, happily enjoying the fruits of his valour. “The Palm Beaoli Girl,” the second attraction on the programme, is a rapid fire mixture of mirth and motion, further enlivened by the most exhilarating and refreshing performances which Bebe Daniel has ever contributed. It is a first-rate comedy role for Bebe, and she registers with a ) resounding bang. Others in the oast are Lawrence Gray, Josephine Duke, and John Patrick. The setting of “The Palm Beach Girl” is in Florida, the scene of the recent terrible catastrophe. The excellent supporting bill and good music by the Empress Orchestra complete a worth-while programme.

NEW PRINCESS THEATRE "THE AMERICAN VENIJS” AND "THE SONG-AND-DANCE MAN.”One of the most widely published and eagerly waited for screen productions is Paramount’s magnificent beauty-comedy spectacle, “The American Venus,” which opened at the New Princess Theatre yesterday. This is the photoplay that has the recent Atlantic City bathing beauty pageant for its colourful background, and which includes in the personnel of its cast Fay Lamphier, who was crowned ‘‘Miss America,’ several or the leading national beauty contestants, twenty of the loveliest, mannequins in America, to say nothing of a brilliant group of film and stage favourites, headed by Eother Ralston, Lawrence Gray, and Ford Sterling. The picture sets a swift pace from the moment it begins to unreel, and maintains the interest and suspense ritrht up to the final stirring finish. *A strong vein of humour runs throughout the entire production. "The Song-and-Dance Man,’ by George M. Cohan, is the second attraction on the programme. Mr Cohan has introduced in this production gorgeous theatrical revue scenes, wit n a shapely chorus at work, and Bessie Love dancing as fe-w thought she could dance. He has given Tom Moot© tho role of the song-and-dance man, a player with a heart, who finds his love for tile girl rivalled by that of another lover, played by Harrison Ford, the blase young man about town. An excellent supporting programme completes a fine evening’s entertainment.

STRAND THEATRE \ ‘‘THE SEA - BEAST.” After a successful week at the Empress Theatre “The Sea Beast,” fea- ■ turing the popular actor, John Barrymore, is now screening at the Strand Theatre for a further week. M!r Barrymore’s interpretation of Captain Ahaib in “The Sea Beast’ lifts John Barrymore above every previous effort on the screen. In this role are those contrasting values which make for truly great acting. The shy, tender love of youth fires to passion beneath the soft moonlight of tropio nights; a gay heart with every promise of fulfilled happiness sails away; a sturdy man gives battle to the monster of "the deep and is "torn and crippled for life. Fear of' pity ages this youth and when Fate mocks him into the belief that the girl he loves has been won by another, bate scorches his soul, and ’ desire for vengeance writes its hideous lines upon the face once lighted by love. Transition upon transition: youth and love and honest ambition; the -terror of ft soul struggling against the madness of revenge unsatisfied; and the escape of Ahab from his self-made horror. Never was there such a role and never suoh an actor to play it! The heroine of this romance, which is taken from the novel, “Moby l>ick,” is the beautiful Dolores OostelThe second feature is “The Bells,” featuring Lionel Barrymore. The story of “The Bells.” as is well known to everyone, treats with the soul-stirring remorse of a conscience-stricken murderer. Among those in the important parts are Edward Phillips, Lola Todd, Caroline Frances Cooke, Lorimcr Johnston, and Laura Lnvarine. “The Bells” is being shown at the day sessions only. ' “THE MESSIAH” ROYAL CHORAL UNION. On Saturday evening next the Royal ! Choral Union is to sing Handel’s “The Messiah,” a work which has been performed regularly every Ohristmastido bv this body since its institution, . which in the past has invariably been marked by tlio appearance of some outstanding good artist, as witness the engagement of Charles Saunders, Andrew Black, Peter Dawson, Arthur Jordan, Mary Canly, and Kirk by Lunn; the rule to stimulate the oast with vocal personality has not been departed from this year. Mr Hubert Carter, the New Zealand tenor, who has been in the United Kingdom for some time and who returns to the Dominion on Monday, will make his first appearance at the performance. The soprano soles will be undertaken by Miss Naomi Whalley, of Palmerston North, who makes her first appearance on a Wellington platform: Miss Mina Caldow, of Auckland, is the contralto; and Mr William Watters, of Palmerston North, the bass. The performance will be under the direction of Mr Temple White, who will have under him a ohorus and orchestra of 2f!o. The box plan is to open at the Bristol op Wednesday next. A fipal I relio fl r.s;il will bo held op Monday night

DRAMATIC RECITAL To-night, in. the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall, the annual dramatic recital by Mr Culford Bell’s pupils takes place, beginning at 8 o’clock. A splendid programme, consisting of plays for the juniors, and scenes and sketches, and a one-act comedy for the seniors, has been arranged. Everything is in good trim, and a very successful and artistic evening’s entertainment is assured. “momeytaLks” MERRY FILM AT KING’S. It is true that money talks; but when this truism is mixed with rum runners, revenue cutters, and romance, picturing raids and rescues outside the 12-mile limit, then “Money Talks” is some picture. This film is being screened at the King’s during the current season, and with it goes a supporting programme of local as well as general topical interest. The management of the King’s have done their patrons well in this bill. The star picture is an unusually uproarious farce, and tells of an aggressive, though penniless, advertising agent who finds that his wife lias rebelled against his constant paucity, and has gone home to mother until he is able to give her something beside promises. With this incentive, lie sets to work in earnest, and retrieves the family fortunes. It is in the achieving of this that the picture’s main entertainment lids. Exciting adventures on an ocean-going yacht, which is captured by desperate rumrunners, follow in quick succession and are relieved by hilarious comody and broad humour. Owen Moore is cast as the husband, and beautiful Claire Windsor as his wife. Moore is a small riot in himself, and reveals a remarkable aptitude for comedy portrayal. His impersonation of a lady doctor is an incident loaded with infectious mirth. Miss Windsor enacts her rol* with si poise and grace that make her work really charming. In the supports, particular interest attaches to 'Wellington, for the New Zealand Gazette shows scenes in ana around this city. An episode of screen snapshots, a Pathe News, telling all foreign items of interest, and an extra comedy, go to complete the programme. Colour is lent to the general scheme, and the enjoyment of tliei audience is enhanced by the inciden-j tal music provided by the King’s Sell ect Orchestra, under the baton of Mil A. H. Jerome. [ This bill will be screened for a| week, and all who are interested in a schooner full of real fun, will doubt! loss grasp the opportunity of getting aboard at the King’s. 1

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New Zealand Times, Volume LIII, Issue 12621, 4 December 1926, Page 7

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ENTERTAINMENTS: STAGE PICTURES MUSIC New Zealand Times, Volume LIII, Issue 12621, 4 December 1926, Page 7

ENTERTAINMENTS: STAGE PICTURES MUSIC New Zealand Times, Volume LIII, Issue 12621, 4 December 1926, Page 7

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