AMUSEMENTS.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXVII, Issue 65, 16 July 1915, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE.

There was a good attendance at His Majesty’s Theatre last evening, when a really (irst-class series of views were screened. “I he \\ bite Sea h isheiies depicts daily life aboard the fishing trawlers in the North Sea. and the sight of the steamer laboring heavily in the huge seas, which at times sweep the whole vessel from stem to stern, was, to say the least, very convincing in its reality. The war pictures were as usual, must interesting, while tin “Fireman’s Procession U.S.A” gave a first-class representation of a patriot it procession in America. Other interesting films in the first part of the programme were “Little Country Mouse and “Persistent Mr Prince.” the latter being a very laughable picture showing, the persistent efforts, at last rewarded, made by Mr Prince in his love affairs. The,whole ol the second part was taken up. by a dOOO loot star comedy “My friend from India.” The film features the \ adventures of a barber who as the result of a ■ >gh, out with some friends, finds himself landed in a variety of extraordinary and embarrassing situations in which lie is forced to play the part ol spiritualistic medium. The item is screamingly funny, and should not be missed. The programme will be repeated this and to-morrow evening, and there will be a matinee to-mor-row afternoon.

ALLEN DOONE COMPANY. Amusement-lovers of Stratford are reminded that that elever comedian. Allen Donne-, and his company are advertised to appear in the Town Hall this evening. The opening*production will he a dainty Irish melodrama entitled “A Romance of Ireland.” The popularity of Miss Edna Keeley (leading lady in the Allen Donne Company) was manifested in a marked degree, when, prior to her departure from Melbourne to Sydney, the young actress was accorded a fitting send-ofl by the “Bon Vivante Club” at Ascot House, Ascot Vale. The carriage drive was illuminated with festoons of electric light, while the hall and surroundings were decorated with flags, hunting, etc. The, American flag occupied a prominent position, while on a large mirror emblazoned in letters of gold (entwined with foliage) the words “An Kevoir.” Miss Keeley arrived in her motor car shortly, and was received by the ladies’ committee and escorted to the ball room. After, supper,. Miss Keeley was presented with a beautiful travelling case fitted with useful requisites. All should be glad to give a welcome back to these favorites. The box plan and day sales are at (1 mbit's.

' ‘‘MERRIE ENGLAND."

Tlie Town Hall was comfortably filled- last evening for the second performance of “Merrie England," which was without douht an improvement on the first night’s efforts. The principals were again in good form ami did their parts in the best of style. There was a considerable improvement in the chorus work and the personnel seemed to b,e more attentive than on the first- evening. The orchestra also showed improvement, and thanks are specially due for toning down as far as possible to give tin* singers every chance. The hall is difficult to sing in, and unless the singers sing out they cannot be heard. The scenery work was splendid, and reflects credit on the scenic artist, Mr Corlett, of Rockett and Corlett. Mr J. Martin rendered great assistance in “making up" the artists, a task not easy by any means. The wardrobe was in the capable hands of Mrs Hogg, assisted by Mesdames ,1. Hobson, (J. Bradley, K. P. Uniacke, T. Partridge and L. Hiera, all of whose efforts were amply rewarded. Mr A. I). Stanley made a capable property manager, and bad things well in band. Efficient stage management again reflected iiMnite credit upon Mr W. S. Cato. The arduous business arrangements were placed in the hands of Mr \V.‘ E. Jones, who carried out the work in capable style. Mr P. Skoglnnd was present to keep an unerring eye on the coin, and it is hoped that he will be kept busy for some time in placing a fine credit balance on the books. The secretary’s work is always long and requires an energetic, untiring man to do it capably. Such a man was found in Mr .Noel Tern pi or, whose hard work is appreciated by everyone connected with tlie Opera . On the whole “Merrie England" was a thorough success, and when the company go to tlie other towns it is anticipated that they will meet*.with more success.