THE INTERNATIONAL STARS.

Otaki Mail, 2 October 1922, Page 3

THE INTERNATIONAL STARS.

OTAKI THURSDAY. How a man, lashed by his feet to a burning rope, extricates himself from a strait-jacket, ere tlic rope burns through, is thrillingly shown by Lafayette in his famous star turn with "The International Stars,” appearing at the Otaki Theatre on Thursday next. This daring challenge of death grips with

its utter sensationalism every audience that beholds it. It is genuine, there is no illusion or trickery about it; only skill of a superlative order permits its successful accomplishment.. It is the only act of its kind in the world, and to judge from the remark “lou can have it” of one famous fellow craftsman. it is likely to remain so. Mr' Warner Bobinsou, the director of the ■Stars,’ engaged Lafayette at huge expense for a short tour of Australasia, while in South Africa, and owing to the expense of this act, it is possible to "ivc only one performance here. No lover of daredevil daring or admirer of superlative skill will miss this opportunity. liven without this unique item the company presents a programme which is distinctive and meritorious. The clever comedy sketches of Miss Royclla E’Croyd (soubrette comedienne) and Mr Will Bailc\, from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, are an entertainment in themselves. The artists have appeared in recital work in the L’nitcd States of America, and in opera in St. Louis under Max Bendix, the celebrated musical director, and have also had extensive experience throughout Britain, Australasia, and other parts of the Empire. One London critic of distinction said of Mr Bailey ‘‘he has one of the most remarkable voices it has been my pleasure to hear,” and of the work in duo he commented, ‘‘humour and pathos flow from these artists without effort.” With support from Pat O’Carroll, in his. skilful and sympathetic baritone ballads, with the fascinating ragtime melodies of the ‘‘jazz boss”; Miriam Leigh, with the graceful and attractive dances of Cheri Delacour; and with the soulful piaying of the Preach violin virtuoso, Madame Leone, a complete programme of outstanding merit is provided. Bookings are now open at Lowry's.