ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LVII, Issue 38, 4 July 1914, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

'•NAPOLEON." For to-night at the Empire Theatre, a strong attraction is promised. This takes the shape of tlie first presentation in New Plymouth of Pathc'a Material star feature film, ''Napoleon." It is stated that the photograpny disclosed in the picture is excellent*, and that many places famous in history are faithfully jpr.odutedL Persons who have not had the privilege of visiting Waterloo, the Kremlin, Moscow, the plateau of Prt-.tzeu, tihe Tuileries l , and the chateau of Fontainbleau, may I view them in motion picturings. The film is 4000 feet long, and the whole of the second! part of the programme is 1 reserved for its unfolding. The produc- ! tion comimences with a scene showing I the oorojnatcn of Napoleon its \Bmpersr of France, and U'iiicn pass in re- ; view many brilliant episodes in the I meteoric career of the remarkable man, j who, bora in Corsica in 1779, closed his life in exile at St. Helena at the age of 52. His last movements are is'hown, as is also the removal of the coffin 18 years later to the churoh of Saint Invalides, Paris, where his tomib is one one of the most eagerly-sought-after sights of the French capital. The supporting pictures 'have been specially selected. "Wiliite wings at Wellington" is described as an excellent yachting pictorial. Other subjects to be Shown are "His Majesty, the Baby," (child study), "Sarnie 'Golden Flowers," (colored) "The Message of the Sundial" (Edison Drama), "Pathe's English Ga-

zette," "Medicine Show at Sitono Gulch" (comedy), and 1 the "Elusive Kiss" (comedy). Seats may be reserved at the Theatre, or ring 305. A fuil programme will be screened at 2.30 this afternoon. The usual prices will be charged, viz., 3d and (id.

THEATRE ROYAL PICTURES. At the matinee this afternoon at 2.30, and to-night at 8 o'clock, will be the last screenings cif the Theatre Royal's present programme. The two star features have attracted good audiences, and have proved popular entertainers. The "Airman's Bride," a Gaumont 2000 ft. drama, concerns the difficulties of two lovers, and the aeroplane greatly'assists them out of their trouble. A fine detective story is seen in "A Question of Right," produced by. the celebrated Lubin Co. Some powerful acting is given and a strong story results. The scenery and photography in both these star films are worthy of special mention. The comedies have met with popular favor, and kept the audiences bubbling over with laughter. The musical programmes will include several of thej popular hits from the pantomime "The Forty Thieves," including ths great success, "I'd love to live in Lovcland." Popular prices, Is and 6d. Plan at Collier's.

"THE'FORTY THIEVES."

Auckland, Last Night.

J. C. Williamson's pantoniine "The Forty Thieves," has created an absolute sensation. Barry Lupins is acclaimed the p>i'atest comedian yet seen here. Tb." "Drums of all Nations" was a ma*riv.iieent spectacle, whilst the three American Rubes gave a marvellous exhibition. The theatre has 'uecn booked up for the balance of the season.