ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taihape Daily Times, Volume 7, Issue 348, 29 November 1915, Page 4

ENTERTAINMENTS.

—4, KING’S THEATRE. The change of programme to-night will contain two star dramas. The first will. be. a startling Selig, in two parts, entitled “A Fight to the Death.” In this the Seiig Company has suceeded in producing a play that carries patrons off their feet by the speed and intensity of its incidents and actions. The second star is a tender sentimental drama, “In the Twilight.” Included in the drama are: The Two Brothers, the Two Sisters, World Ramblers and Stay at Home—how fate moulded the lives of each. A picture of interest is that of the return of our wounded heroes from the Dardanelles. Other pictures are: “Within the Enemy’s Lines,”

showing services being held; “War Gazette”; and a good Keystone. This programme is a really good one. as it is varied and above the average. Good houses should be the- result.

“MOTHER GOOSE” PANTOMIME'. Pretty girls, the latest songs and dances, good comedy, excellent speciality turns, beautiful scenery, and elaborate costumes all go to make up Stanley McKay and Co.’s production of “Mother GGoose,” to be presented to local thea-tre-goers in the Town Hall to-morrow night. Since last produced some lev years back in New Zealand, with Mr Harry Phydoi’a and the late Harry Shine filling the important comedy roles, the extravaganza has been brought right up to date, The present production cintillates with quaint humour and original patter, and nothing has been left undone in the endeavour to place before the public just the form of amusement they are looking for. The caste has been specially selected, and is headed by Mr James Gerald and Mr Will Rayner, two excellent comedians, whose humour is infectious. The principal boy and girl are in the capable hands of Miss Essie Jennings and Miss Rosie Coleman, both well-known Australian performers. Others prominent in a lengthy caste are Mr Richard Dunbar, Mr Will Speed, Miss Carmen Coleman. Miss Rubee Raymond, and Miss Annie Lillilund. These artists are supported by a full ballet, chorus and orchestra. A fine speciality is provided bv Mr Will Speed, who as the Tramp Cyclist, does some wonderful tumbling and acrobatic bicycle riding. His turn in Auckland was one of the features of the pantomime. On Wednesday there will be a complete change of programme when the charming and fascinating pantomime. “Cinderella.” will be staged in the same elaborate manner as in Sydney and Melbourne. The box plan is on view at Finch’s, where seats may be reserved without extra charge. ■ 1 1