ENTERTAINMENTS

Taranaki Daily News, 9 June 1922, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS

THE PEOPLE’S. “*tHE FUBNACE.’"The Furnace,” William D. Taylor’s new special production for Realart, showing for the last time to-night at the People’s, is one of the richest pictures, in spectacular scenes and lavish settings, viewed for some time past, it is a tale of modern marriage—a picture which every man and woman should see as it portrays some of the most vital problems in life. The story is taken from the novel by “Pan.” The east is a strong one—Agnes Ayres, Milton Sills, and Theodore Roberts are all famous -for their work in Paramount pictures. Supports include a two-reel Mack Sennet" comedy, Gazette, and Travel. The prices are as usual. “MAN OF THE FOREST” TOMORROW. All of the elements which have made the previous Zane Grey stories so popular are embodied, in the newest Hodkinson release. “The Man of the Forest, which will be shown at thiei theatre tomorrow, commencing at the matinee. There is romance, soul-stirring action, humor, drama and suspense. The cast, too, is an added factor in favor of this photoplay, for it is made up of some of the most popular players of the present day. Carl Gautvoort is a big, clean and manly hero in the part of Milt Dale, and is a-bly supported. Not the least attractive feature of the production is the -animals introduced. Seats for the evening sessions can now be booked at Collier's. EVERYBODY’S. “A THOUSAND TO ONE.” Hobart Bosworth, idol of men and boys, and admired favorite of all women, finds complete expression in A Thousand to One,” his latest Associated Producers’ feature, for all the histrionic power and personal appeal he possesses in so large a measure. In this Mab Brand story, Bosworth is first the dilletante and waster, spending his nights in the 'haunts of St. Francisco's Chinatown. Then lie is the outcast, the wanderer in the mining camps, and finally the man regenerated, brought back into his own by the one chance in a thousand. Ethel Grey Terry plays opposite the star, and gives a’ capable performance as the girl who has been tricked into marriage for the sake of her fortune, but who ultimately finds love and happiness in the arms of the hero. The screening nights are to-night and to-morrow night, at Everybody’s, also at the matinee to-morrow afternoon. EMPIRE THEATAE. WAIKIKI HAWATTANS NEXT TUESDAY. Writing of the Waikiki Hawaiians, who are billed to appear at the Empire Theatre next Tuesday and Wednesday, the Bay of Plenty Times says: The Town Hall was filled in every part by an interested and delighted audience, every member of which enjoyed the quaint music and the charm of the entertainment generally provided by the Waikiki Hawaiians, a company of gifted natives from the island. The dreamy rythmic Hawaiian melodies, with their undercurrent of sadness, as played on the ukelele and guitar, was delightful. Probably nothing sweeter has been heard here than the music of the steel guitar as played by Mr. Keoke Greig, a distinctly talented young musician. A haunting Hawaiian lament, “The Rosary,” “A Perfect Day,” and “Coming Home,” all rendered with rare execution, were among the selections. Another performer of exceptional ability was Miss Tilliokalani, who received an ovation for her beautiful “Tuan Hula” dance in native costume. The charm of the entertainment was greatly added to by the delightful lighting effects, which were in the capable hands of Mr, J. B. Phillips, who has the lighting necessary to the successful and pleasing production of each number worked down to a fine art. The box plan for the New Plymouth season of two nights is now open at Collier’s.