AMUSEMENTS.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXVIII, Issue 93, 11 April 1914, Page 4

AMUSEMENTS.

HIS MAJESTY’S PICTURES. A large audience witnessed last night’s special series of pictures at Bernard’s Theatre, when Chas. Hawtrey and his huge English company of players predominated in the wonderftil dramagraph “A Message from Mars.” The whole of the well known drama was enacted in camera from start to finish with great ability, and is one of the best English films seen here. The same programme, with a few additions, will be screened for last time to-night. On Monday a gigantic holiday programme will he screened, including the star drama, “Her Second Choice.” The events surround the life of a widow and her child. The story is replete with thrilling human emotions. The film is stated to he Pathe’s best life drama. In future the new orchestra will be under the personal supervision of Herr Van Heck, late of J. C. Williamson’s leading companies.

TOWN HALL PICTURES. A large audience was present on t Thursday night at the change of pictures, which were exceptionally good, and brought forth loud applause. The opening film scenic of Maimer and Deal was very fine, showing as it does the old castle dungeons of olden times. “Father’s Little Flutter” was very funny, and caused hearty laughter. “Cyclone at Cetera” was a scene of desolation and devastation, caused by a cyclone, and one can scarcely realise* that such havoc could he caused in so short a time. “The Witches Spectacles” made one wish that they couid get some now, as it would save a lot of disappointment in after life if one could possibly see what is before them when having to choose a husband. “Love Story During M'ar” was the occasion of depicting beautiful scenery and thrilling situations and was thoroughly enjoyed by all present. The star picture. “The Gamekeeper 8 M'ifo,” is a film of splendid merit, and is one of the best the anti-Combine Company have yet released, as well as tb most expensive. The music by Mr \rthnr Richardson was excellent. Mr Richardson will play the latest ragtime music The popular prices are within 9 the reach of all. The management regret that owing to the machinery and piano being tampered with dunngJjm day there was considerable delay and annoyance.