AMUSEMENTS.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXI, Issue 87, 9 November 1916, Page 3

AMUSEMENTS.

FOLEY’S PICTURES.

LAST NIGHT OF “THE CHRISTIAN.”

“The Christian,” since its publication by Mr T. Hall-Caine in 1901, has been read by thousands of people. It is little wonder that last evening, when it was presented at His Majesty Theatre, the audience applauded the various scenes... with unlimited enthusiasm. Mr Derwent Hall-Caine, the novelist’s son, acts as John Storm, and presents a character which is commanding, and interpreted with thoroughness and consideration of effect. Prophecy, which is a truly wonderful conception, is nhide the more convincing by the mob scenes which follow the alleged disclosure of Storm’s true character. The streets are a mass of shouting, mad, dishevelled fanatics, who, in their efforts to right the wrong which they think has been done them, walk over women and children, and tread to earth all who would stop their advance. Calm and majestically Storm meets them, and the closing scene, which is a trial of an actor’s skill, gives him an opportunity to exercise his wonderful command of expression. The rendering of “The Rosary.” by Miss Edwards during the screening of the picture to-night will ho a pleasing innovation.

ECMONT SHOW. Intending exhibitors are reminded that Saturday next, November }l, is the id ay for closing entries. Any who can are asked to send in entries as early as possible in order to facilitate the work of the secretary and committee. A special appeal is made to all residents, town and country, to do all in-their power to assist. The Egmolit Show has built up a reputation as one of the host shows in the Dominion, ami the committee are working hard to make this year’s show better than that of any previous year. The exhibition of live stock is always a feature of the show. The riding and other competitions are always attractive and interesting. The annual show of dogs is run under the auspices of the New Zealand Kennel Club. Entries for all these and lor the home industries are coming in well, and will be received until Saturday night, November 11. Schedules, entry forms, and. all particulars maybe received , cm, application to the secretary, P.O. Box 79, Hawera. ~ ~