HOSPITAL CARNIVAL.

Taihape Daily Times, Volume XII, Issue 3626, 12 November 1920, Page 4

HOSPITAL CARNIVAL.

THE BIG STUNT . A SUCCESSFUL REVUE Tlic concert that eclipsed all former concerts was held last evening. The seating accommodation at tlie fWTTii Hall proved inadequate and Mr and Mrs P.oyton are to be congratulated upon the excellence of the programme presented. The proceeds amounted *° about £135. In addition Mr Peyton auctioned a dressed doll which fetched £42 5/ and an amount of £3 16/ was thrown on the stage during the progress of a chorus entitled "Strawberries.''' The poceedings were Opened by Bricc's the .members

of v \vnieh rendered some fine selections at intervals. The Lantern March which followed was cleverly done, the scenery, dresses and coloured lights lent additional charm to this item. Mrs Loughnan who was in excellent voice sang "All For You/' and as encore "In My Garden*" In "CSiina Town." Mis Aldridge/ who acted as soloist merited great applause. The writer understands it was that lady's first appearance in Taihape. In "China Town" as l in "Island SketchMiss Aldridge did excellently. The iuidience demanded a repetition on each occasion. Miss Aldridge was followed by Messrs A. Thompson and R. B. Smith. These gentlemen gave « fine rendering of the duet "Excelsior." Mr Thompson also rendered a song which was well received. Miss Oldham and Mr Morris were heard to advantage in "Cherry Blossom in Japan." This item was presented In an exceedingly able manner, the soloists being compelled to accede to the request for repetition. Miss Oldham afterwards acted as soloist in a Dutch \ Sketch, and agaiii in "Camp Fires." j In the latter the realistic background, and the acting of chorus girls wers ; remarkably fine. The audience snow- } ed their appreciation in "no uncertain 1 manner"!"'Each sketch was repeatea. Mrs White (nee Miss Wrightson) i acted as soloist in "Bubbles'.? This ! lady !; proved an artist of uncommon ability and one possessing a gooe voice. Acting in the part of assisT3n? was also clever and yet another encore was demanded. Mrs. McDermott sang "A Dancing Lesson," and as encore "Homing". Mrs. McDermott, who has a pure soprano voice. ; gave I the audience a vocal treat. The j nursesi tableaux proved very popular. "The Rose of No Man's Land" was beautifully rendered by Mrs Loughnan, who was recalled.. Miss Brodrick filled the role of leading soloist in item entitled "Strawberry.?' This lady was in excellent voice, and the performance was a clever one "which called for repetition. =Miss Flora Peyton and' Miss Bernice Wrightson rendj ered a Spanish dance. These performj evs, although young, showed gi*ent ability. The dance was* of their own ' composition and the recall was well merited. Mr J. Allen proved himself | the possessor of a good baritone voice, ■ "The Shadowland'' was followed by

"I'll Sing Thee Songs of Arab/ a? e core. Mr. Ballantyne, dressed "as

begger sang "Vagabond." and as encore "Jogging the Highway.)" The "Bedouin Love Song" was well rendered by Mr. Morris. That gentleman has a good voice and range, he also sings with eaSeT To the applause MiMorris responded with "Rose bud.'' A recital entitled "The Story of Dan McGrew" was ably given Dy Mr F. McSweeney. As encore Mr McSweeney recited "Women's Eights.' Mrs Peyton, who proved an exceedingly capable accompanist was, during the evening presented with two bouquets. The Chorus Girls showed great ability throughout and last but by no means least. Mr Stanley Peyton caused roars of laughter and hearty cheering with "Signora"; "The Spaniard"; "Local Hits?'; and "I'm Awfully Glad I Met You.' A hearty vote of thanks was ;pror ■■ 'ed by Mr. Aldridge, seconded by Dr McDiarmaid. The splendid Programme will be repeateS to-night. Owing to the unavoidable absence of Miss OldEam the role will be ably filled by Mrs. Webb, of Wellington '(nee Kits Olive Boyne).