AMUSEMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, 3 July 1916, Page 6

AMUSEMENTS.

ALLEX DOOXE COMPANY. THEATRIC ROYAL TO-XICIIT. Lover,-, o! li-i-.li drama will no iloubt be pleased to ]|.-;u- that the popular Lrish singing comedian, will, after an absence of one year, appear at the Thelitre Royal 10-night, in tlie successful drama "Molly Dawn," It is said to be the brightest and wittiest of modern Irish comedy dramas, and contains Rome of the sweetest sours that have been sun;? in such productions. The company which supports Mr. Doone possess all the essentials that make for success, not only are the actors and actresses of high artistic order, but they have all the true Trish spirit and are' singers of distinction. Since his last visit ihcre Mr. iJoone and his company have visited every State of the Commonwealth and Xew Zealand and they have been enthusiastically received everywhere, and Mr. Doone personally, lias been given numerous receptions, testimonials," and presentations by the different Hibernian sf cieties. Few actors -have done so much to obliterate the infamous "stage Irishman"* with his flaming red hair, green whiskers, simian fare, and ridiculous actions, as has Allen Doone, and in so doing he has established a sympathetic bond between his fellow-countrymen and himself, the ties of which are so strong that they make the announcement "Allen Doone is coming" a welcome one. Theatre-goers, irrespective of nationality, who appreciate wholesome plays, acted in a refined and legitimate man, net, are ardent supporters of Mr. Doone. His sweet voice, soft unaffected brogue, natural, artistic acting, genuine humor and personality, easily stamp ihim as a leader in his particular line. He has surrounded himself with an excellent company headed by the charming young American actress. Miss Edna Keeley. The box plan and day sales are at Collier's.

'•THE MORALS OF MARCUS." Adapted from the famous novel and successful play by William .T. Locke, "The Morals of Marcus." as produced by the Famous Players Company, is one of the outtanding successes of the screen. Added to the wonderful charm of the story, the many exciting situations and. interesting development of the plot, is a notable east of artists, headed by Miss Marie Doro. whose work on the screen ranks with the highest in her profession. Possessing great beauty. Miss Doro also has rare ability and personal charm, and in the character of "Carlotta," the uncrnventional girl in Locke's story, she is said to be seen at her best. The e, m, which will be shown at the Empire . icture Palace to-morrow (Tuesday) and at the Theatre Royal on Wednesday, faithfully follows the original story. Carlotta's father, a missionary in Turkey, has been killed by brigands, and the mother, to save her daughter's life, enters the harem of a wealthy Turk named Hamdi. When a young woman, Carlotta escapes a hateful marriage, and eventually reaches England, only to find herself homeless and friendless. She accidentally encounters and excites the interest of Sir Marcus Ordeyne. Sir Marcus takes the girl under his protection, and after many exciting and often amusing adventures, Carlotta and Sir Marcus find happiness. The whole story is one of the prettiest, romances imaginable. As well as the star picture there will be shown "A Visit to the Paris Zoo," one of the largest in the world: the "Pathe Cazctte." and a Charlie Chaplin cartoon comedy, "Charlie in Cuckoo Land."

EMPIRE PICTURES AXP, SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.

The double life of husband and wife, leaders of society during the daytime and the guiding spirits of a band of criminals in the night-time, forms the basis of the three-real Vitagrapli melodrama, ''The Tigress," which was shown to good houses at the Kmpire Picture Palace on Saturday. Julia Swayne Gordon and Loc Delaney. the favorite American photo-players, are east for the leading parts, and in their hands the most is obtained from the point of view of artistic conception. The story is of rather an unusual nature, find the opportunities offered therein for obtaining a fine dramatic cll'oct have been taken advantage of by the producer. The course of the story is shaped by events, in themselves trivial, but leading to more important developments. The scene wherein the adopted son discovers his mother as a thief is most dramatic, and again when the detective denounces her to the guests at her birthday. The final scenes -•how the adventuress confessing to her crimes and her forgiveness by the son. and the passing away to a less-troubled world. The end leaves one admiring the self-sacrifice of the mother and hating the man who first initiated her into the criminal life. Supporting subjects include "When the Breezes Blow/' a most :ininsim< sea-side eomedv, featuring Fav Tien.r: "The Pathe CJak'tte" (war edition); "A Broth of a Boy," Edison drama: "Almost a King,'' Ksilem comedy: and "Ccrnobhio," a scenic series of the old world Italian town. The same programme will be repeated to-night fo« 'the last Jme.

.7. C. WILLIAMSON PAXTOMIMF.. "MOTHER fIOOSE." A« is generally known, the J. C. Williamson ".Motlii'r fioo-c" pantomime will be seen here to-morrow evening ilt 7.4"). A leading Australian critic; writes as follows of tlie .7. (.'. Williamson "Mother (loose" pantomime: ''ln effects that surprise almost as often as they delight us, in art. where taste and eolor invariably agree, in elements that are often quaint, sometimes sporting, and always pleasing, the '.Mother (loose" pantomime of this year quite holds its own with the bird oF happy memory of seven years ago. While the best effects o; this pantomime niaye lie praised without reserve might bo described as the development of wit and humor. The The goose is in itself an original, a wonderful goose and the magnificent spectacle of "(looseland" has never been rivalled. From an effective beginning right through the first act the panto is distinguished in scenes and effects, each more delightful than the last. Thefe is a most effqetive sswing scene, in which the boy sings a lilting song, while the girl, her face just faintly illuminated, floats over the auditorium on invisible wires in a manner that looks like magic indeed: then a scene in which a multitude of pretty girls are dangling toy balloons almost within reach of a tantalised audience, while other balloons and parachutes and toys pour from the roof to be grabbed up bv eager hands. The box plans are are Collier's and filling rapidly.