ENTERTAINMENTS

Taranaki Daily News, 26 September 1921, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS

EVERYBODY’S. CHARLES RAY IN “PEACEFUL VALLEY.” Once more Charles Ray has demon- ; strated in the delineation of so-called “rube” j characters he is by far the peer of all 1 motion picture stars. This time he proves his superior talent in a delightful celluloid version, of Smith Russell’s great stage hit, “Peaceful Valley”. Ray takes the part oi Hosiah Howe, a hard-working farm lad, qZ happy disposition, with a widowed mother and little sister to provide for. It is no exaggeration to say that in this role he has contributed to the screen a character that ranks as one of the most noteworthy achievements of the silent drama. The photoplay is filled with humor and pathos, with a spirit of optimism predominating. It is one of those clean-cut, wholesome cinema productions that never fail to leave an audience thoroughly refreshed. “Peaceful Valley” shows at Everybody’s to-night and to-morrow, and is supported by another of the famous “Snooky” series of comediete, entitled “A Trayful of Trouble” In this comedy “Snooky” excels in funny antics, and fully maintains his reputation as a laugh-maker. The usual prices of admission are being charged. THE PEOPLE’S. LAST NIGHT OF “BLIND YOUTH” The average youth of to-day, despite his . lack of experience and knowledge of world:ly affairs, believes himself thoroughly . steeped in the ways of the world and its requirements, and he will be agreeably surprised to learn that there are some deep ; crevices in the book of knowledge into j which he as yet has not gazed. With this ; in mind, “Blind Youth”, concluding to- ! night at the People’s, was conceived with ■ a view to pointing out just how blind youth j is in the more momentous matters of life. I Though the picture is instructive, it by no j means is a sermon; but beneath the rich, ! thick layer of entertainment that forms its j surface matter there is a deep, underlying 1 lesson from which any man, woman or child may profit. The bill includes “Moonriders”, gazettes and comedy. THE EMPIRE. UNIQUE ENTERTAINERS FOR NEW PLYMOUTH. An event that will arouse considerable interest in New Plymouth is the approaching visit of the Carter and De Lyalls, refined entertainers, a unique combination of star performers who present a varied entertainment, embracing pretty nearly every act of the variety field. Acts of weird and wonderful variety are presented in quick 1 succession. They will present their first entertainment here at the Empire toi morrow evening. Levante, an old favorite I with New Plymouth audiences, will make ' his reappearance, introducing some new j and startling illusions. Levante has been, spoken of most highly by the Press and ; public, and the citizens of New Plymouth will welcome this opportunity of again renewing acquaintance with this mysterious and baffling performer. Sam Stanley, who is considered to be one of the most versatile artists on the vaudeville stage to-day,' comes with an enviable reputation, and should soon establish himself a firm favorite with New Zealand audiences. Being the possessor of a powerful voice, he is heard to great advantage in bass solos. Among the many other acts that complete a wonderful programme are: Percy Bishop, “The Delightful One”; Evelyn Marsh classic dancer; George Stanley, comedian; Beke Jones, brilliant contralto, described as “The I girl with the wonderful voice”. The box plans are now open at Collier’s, ' where seats can be booked without extra charge* I