ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVI, Issue 280, 29 April 1914, Page 4

ENTERTAINMENTS.

EMPIRE PICTURES. A complete change of programme takes place at the Empire to-night, where a superior A.R. "star" drama, "The House of Discord," will be presented, the outlino of the story being as follows:—In her youth the mother was saTed from* the fatal mistake by an accident, but it caused her years of separation from child and husband. It had occurred primarily through her self-righteous sister-in-law's domination and interference. A like fate and downfall threatened ,tho daughter, now reaching maturity. The> mother's insistence separated tlie child from her environment. Love and understanding did the rest. Supporting items include "Love of Beauty," Lubin drama; "Penalties of Reputation," comedy; etc., etc. Altogether a. fine programme is promised. Music by thejk Empire orchestra. Seats reserved theatre. 'Phone

TIIEATUE ROYAL PICTURES. The new programme last,night at the theatre Royal drew a very good aauiencc, and the subjects were of an excellently varied nature, satisfying all tastes. The main attraction was unilrpi m 1 y r 't ;l n rl 'aph's powerful drama ilie Test," a story covering a wide field of emotions, and played in a most refilled and delicate way. This story begins with iJr. Anstruther giving his professional duties so much attentio as to neglect his wife, lie allows Gordon. who is very fond of her, to entertain her, and tins privilege (.jorilon tries to use for his own advantage, but in the end is frustrated in very unique manner. The edti. national film "Inhabitant of the De»p," introduced some very strange specimens lrom the fish world, and was deeidedlv interesting. The finnmont. Graphic added much to th" enjoyment of the program rue. There were several other ciever subjects, all of which met with much appreciation. This collection will be shown to-night for the last time, and patrons should not fail to take ad\iintage of soein<* it. Popular prices art ruling, la and Gd.