ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, 23 July 1921, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

THE PEOPLE’S.

OLIVE THOMAS IN “DARLINf MINE.” .

Sentimental and whimsical, brightened by touches of Celtic humor, “Darling Mine” is an ideal vehicle for Olive Thomas, as well as a pleasant diversion for the theatre-goer. The picturesque scenes of Ireland, depicted as a land pf charming slopes and cottages, where the people treat their four-footed tribe with kindness and affection, furnishes an atmosphere of peace that is in startling contrast with the hurry and bustle of America, whence “Darling Aline” goes to relations. Olive Thomas’ beauty is indelibly impressed on one in the various beautiful scenes, and her delightful humor and acting is a feature of a pleasing picture. “Darling Aline” opens at the People’s this afternoon and shows again to-night and Monday. Supports include “The Aloonriders” (serial), comedy and gazette.

EVERYBODY’S. . BIG DOUBLE BILL TO-DAY AND TO-NIGHT. At the matinee this afternoon and again to-night/the programme at Everybody’s will consist of the big Artcraft masterpiece. “The Greatest Thing in Life” (produced by the wizard producer David Wark Griffith) and the Pathe special feature, “A Sporting Chance.” with WiTliam Russell in the lead. The first mentioned picture is probably the most popular of all the Griffith's pictures, firstly because it is magnificently and lavishly produced and secondly because it strikes the human note and holds the interest of every onlooker. It is in every way a masterpiece and sure of a big reception. ■’The Sporting Chance” is a picture of the more sensational type but full of interest and thrilling happenings and makes a capital contrast to the Griffith’s special. The final screening of both features takes place to-night.

THE EAIPIRE. BIG ATTRACTION MONDAY. Another big special programme has been arranged for next Monday and Tuesday at the Empire. The picture programme will be headed by the Fox special feature, “Sacred Silence,” starring that popular player of big men parts, William Russell.. In addition to the picture programme the management have arranged for the appearance of the

■Marvellous Howards” and Captain Winter's educated dogs. For over 30 years “The. Howards” family have held pride of place in the old world as the premier mental marvels, being the originators of this style of entertainment and the first people of any importance to gain a distinguished position in the amusement world. Air. James and Alias Ada Howard who are at the apex of their career, have for some years been working in conjunction with each other in various parts of the world. Two other younger brothers each possessing this marvellous gift, although perhaps in a slightly less degree, were detailed for service in France over a lengthy perod of the great war, and gave thousands of our solders many a brght and pleasant hour’d entertainment. “The Howards’” claim for “originality” is established beyond any doubt whatever The seating capacity at the Empire is limited, and in view of the certain rush for seats, intending patrons are advised to book seats at Collier’s, where the plan is now open.

THE EMPIRE. EVA NOVAK IN “WANTED AT HEADQUARTERS.” She was reared as a thief—it was the only life she knew. The clash of wits ■ was music to her soul, but she turned out to be just a woman after all. This is the character as assumed by Eva ■ Novak in the gripping secret service drama, “Wanted at Headquarters,” which shows for the last time at the Empire to-night. It is the story of a brilliant and. fascinating leader of a band of master criminals who, just as she has successfully “pulled off” the most amazing robbery ever perpetrated, realises she is on the wrong path. Later love leads her to practical repentance and real happiness. The programme also includes a particularly humorous comedy, “Lions’ Jaws and Kittens’ Claws,” in which a lot of fun is provided by some big lions. The final screening takes place to-night.

EAIPIRE THEATRE ENGLISH PIERROTS- NEXT THURSDAY. During the season of seven weeks in Auckland which the English Pierrots have just concluded, the Press was unanimous in its praise of the company and programmes. Of the second change the Herald says; “The new programme presented by the English Pierrots to a j large audience on Saturday evening pro- i vided a most enjoyable entertainment,’ entirely free from unwholesome features and abounding with bright musical items and humorous interlude. Setting a merry swing with their opening chorus, the company kept the ball of fun and frolic rolling for over two hours. 1 while the audience was treated to items gay and grave by artists who thoroughh-* understand the art of entertaining. The. Pierrots this year are presenting their entertainment under a revue stylo i with the title of “Bits and Pieces.” The programme includes excerpts from wellknown opelas, latest London humorous sketches, quartettes, solos, dances, mimetic novelties and individual scenes by each member of the company' The company is exceptionally strong in musical numbers arid comedies—plenty of laughter and fun is promised, and on the musical side the Pierrots are renowned for their quartettes and operatic numbers. Well-known members of the company who are appearing this year include Chas. E. Lawrence, David J. Lyle, Leslie Austin, Roy Cooke, Lillian Colenzo, Ena Gordon, and Joy Rolls; i new members are Iza Crossley Aloya I Crossley Harry Schofield and a London producer Edmund Warrington. The Pierrots appear in New Plymouth at the Empire for a season of three nights, which commences next Thursday. The box plans will be opened at Collier’s next Tuesday morning.