TIVOLI THEATRE

Sun (Auckland), Volume I, Issue 127, 19 August 1927, Page 14

TIVOLI THEATRE

The science of hypnotism is attracting attention throughout the world. The many authentic accounts of its phenomena have aroused intense interest, and in that respect the excellent drama, “Love is Blind,” which had its initial screening at the Tivoli Theatre last night, should prove a big draw. The picture is from the Ufa Studios, which were responsible for that mighty drama, “Variety.” Mile. Dagover, who makes her debut to New Zealand audiences, is a charming Continental artiste, and plays the part of the neglected wife with great artistry. George Alexander, Conrad Veidt and Lillian Hall-Davis are also in the cast. The story centres about a fickle husband who makes love anew to his neglectted wife, who goes disguised to a cabaret. The theme of the story is decidedly attractive and novel, and creates an impression that lingers in the memory. The supernatural is always appealing, and there is any amount of that in “Love is Blind.” The costuming and settings of this production are a feature, the ballroom scene being exceptionally fine. The second feature of the programme is “The Imposter,” a thrilling “crook” drama of the type that never fails to please and interest. Evelyn Brent portrays the roll of a street gamin to obtain evidence that will free her brother from gaol. She gives a masterly interpretation, and has associated with her Carrol Nye, Prank Leigh and Jim Morrison. * The drama sparkles with incident, and possesses many rare and highly entertaining qualities. And besides thrills there is a delightful love story running through the picture. The Tivoli has certainly a programme that will please and the large attendance last night is but a forerunner of the popularity that will follow.