ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, 19 March 1921, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

EVERYBODY’S. MATINEE TO-DAY. It is a matter for jagret that more is not seen of the charming little girl who plays the title role in ‘‘Wild Prim-rose”—-Gladys Leslie. Iler fresh young beauty, her undoubted talent, and her sunny disposition seem to brighten every scene in which she appears, and they are many. , Alias Leslie is capably supported by Richard Barthelrness in a charming story of a mountain girl who worms her way into the frigid hearts of her society family, who have not seen her since she was a baby. “Wild" Primrose” shows at the matinee this afternoon and finally to-night. COMING MONDAY. “THE GENTLEMAN RIDER.” An original story of the turf is revealed in “The Gentleman Rider,” that was written for screen production, and forms an admirable vehicle for the talent and charms of the popular English star Violet Hopson. The true sporting atmosphere Is provided, most of the scenes being in apd\ around a big racing stable, and consequently the lion’is share of the plot and settings is born by the king of sports. The scenes of the* great race, where the heroine’s horse strives for the mastery of a race that will bring his mistress fortune and happiness, are as exciting as anything we have seen of this nature. “The Gentleman Rider” shows at Everybody’s on Monday and Tuesday next. The box plans are now open at Collier’s. Reserves 2/6, Dress Circle 2/-, and stalls 1/6 (plus tax), are the prices for the season. THE PEOPLE’S. WILLIAM COLLIER IN “THE SERVANT QUESTION.” The name of William Collier is one of the best known in z the theatrical world. He is recognised the finest comedian on the speaking stage, “the prince of bright comedy,” and his advent on to the screen is quite an event. Selznick, following their policy of finding suitable stars with suitable plays have selected both star and story from the stage—Collier, the world famous comedian and* “The Servant Question” the Aiost successful Broadway play of last season—and the combination has meant a splendid picture throughout. There is humor—that goes without saying with Collier in the lead —a charming romance—and dramatic thrills as well. “‘The Servant Question” screens at the People’s at both sessions to-day. “THE FAMOUS DIGGERS.” EMPIRE THEATRE TO-NIGHT. After a triumphant tour through Australia under the J. C. Williamson, Ltd., banner, “The Diggers” are paying a farewell visit to New Zealand under the direction of Air. Victor Beck, and will appear at the Empire Theatre to-night in an entirely new programme of comedy sketches, musical gems, burlesques, eccentric dances, and potted revues. “The Diggers” return to New Zealand brighter and better than ever, and should receive ah ovierwhelmtog welcome from their friends, admirers, and amusement-lovers generally. The brightness and versatility of “The Diggers’ ” entertainments have aroused enthusiasm and appreciation everywhere they have appeared. The eulogistic Press reports bear tangible evidence of the excellence of the show. The Melbourn Age says: “‘The Diggers” reputation has preceded them, and last night many people had to be' turned away. ‘The Diggers’ presented a clever and original entertainment. The music and the comedy which go to make up most of the programme both reach a very high standard. ‘The Diggers’ have a splendid orchestra and several exceptionally fine voices among them, and their experience is such now that they have little left to learn in the arts of the stage. Not one of the varied items presented last night failed to win honest and hearty approval, and many of the pieces aroused genuine enthusiasm.” “The Diggers” are a happy band of entertainers in every sense of the word, and their entertainment is original, novel, and unique. Included in the company are Stan Lawson, “the misleading lady”: Tano Fama, comedian; Frank Perkins, baritone; Gus Dawson, ragtime exponent and dancer; Donald Stuart, comedian; Don Wallace, character vocalist; Colin Cameron, lyric tenor; and Len Walker, dancer and light comedian. “The Diggers’” orchestra of ten artists w>?l be a special feature of the prtefrtainment. Judging by past experience “The Diggers” may expect a bumper house to-night. The box plans are at Collier’s.