AMUSEMENTS.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXVII, Issue 76, 29 November 1913, Page 5

AMUSEMENTS.

BARTON BROS'. CIRCUS AND WILD AUSTRALIA. SHOW NIGHTS. It is about twelve months since Bartons' Circus last visited Stratford. The circus will open Wednesday, December 3rd and give two performances only. On the occasion of their last visit the troupe gave evidence of being somewhat above the average of travelling shows, and during the months that have elapsed they have maintained their reputation. Indeed. Bartons' Circus on its present visit to the town brings even a better show —the result of careful selection in the world of equestrianism and general arenic art. Those who like to see a circus-and who does not'-should certainly avail themselves owf the opportunity of doing m> on Wednesday night. ' Mr A. 0. Wislang recently returned to New Zealand from a tour in search of fresh attractions, and so successful was his quest that a great improvement, it is stated, has been effected even upon its former. gftod showing. The new organisation includes artists who have gained a big reputation in the principal centres abroad, the majority of whom have recently made their initial appearance in the Dominion'under, the Barton regime. Among the most conspicuous of the new performers' are: The ftrto-, ous Ashton Company, consisting oi six young lady acrobats and gymnasts ; the'Waldorf'Troupe (eight in number) of white statue performers with limelight effect (direct from Fillis circus, South Africa); Miss Ethel Ashton, sensational flying trapezist; The Walhalla Bros., English comedy acrobats, musicians and hat-spinners (direct from the leading English music halls'). Queensland Harry will ride celebrated outlaws at each performance, and will stake £25 to ride any outlaw or buckjumper in an English hunting saddle. A challenge of £SO to all other riders,is issued.

"THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE."

On the Show nights visitors and Stratford folk.have an opportunity of witnessing this bright, sparkling and musical opera. Great enthusiasm shown by the crowded and delighted audiences that attended the last two performances, proving how popular Messrs. Gilbert and Sullivan's operas always are. The chorus has been in constant rehearsal, while the principals have been doing their level best. Special attention has been .given to the ballet, and there will ho new dances and new dresses. The ballet will be produced on a very lavish scale by twelve young ladies, with little Miss Rita Gruhb .as the centrepiece. See this charming little kiddie dance. Special attention has been given to the limelight lighting, outside experts having heen engaged. The orchestra is in charge of Mr Grubh. which will be fully up to the standard. "The Pirates" in all their giory will be staged on Wednesday and Thursday next, being Show nights. Box plan is now opened at Grubb's music warehouse. BERNARD'S PICTURES. Delighted, in fact carried away with enthusiasm, was the crowded house that greeted the famous 7000 feet picture film of "East Lynne," at the Theatre last night. Those who have not read this celebrated work—(and they are few and far between)— and those who have heard of it, thoroughly appreciated this wonderful, lengthy film depicting the famous story of Lady Isahel and Archibald Carlyle. From start to finish the story is told in full by the celebrated actor-reciter, Mr Alfred Boothman. The same programme will he screened to-night for the last time.

Monday's new series introduces the great Solax drama, entitled "Kelly, of the Emerald Tsle,". 3000 feet it) length, being a celebrated story of the much-travelled Irishman. "Race to New York" (Edison), "Girl of the Waterspring" (Ambrosio drama), "Eclair Journal," and a host of educational, scenic, and comics are included.