ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, 24 August 1922, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

EVERYBODY’S. FINAL SCREENING OF “THE FOX” TO-NIGHT. The big Western super-feature, “The Foil/’ was screened to a packed house at Everybody’s last night. In this great Harry Carey super-production, some of the finest and most reckless horsemanship ever screened is shown. In addition to his own justly famous “Flying Squadron”—composed of men of the range who have lived with him on his immense ranch —Carey in some of the climatic scenes of the picture had the support of two troops of the Eleventh U.S. Cavalry, in. fact, these troops camped with him on the desert for a month while these scenes were being taken. Without its romance, without its humor, without its smashing gei-a-away and whirlwind finish, “The Fox” would still be a heartsome picture, but every element of a good photodrama seems to converge toward the success of the production. In support of “The Fox” there is a 7-reel dramatic romance of the African veldt, entitled, “A Woman of Pleasure.” in which Blanche Sweet makes a welcome re-appearance. This JOO per cent, value programme will be screened for positively the last time tonight.

THE PEOPLE’S. #f THE BIRTH OF NEW ZEALAND.” FIRST SCREENINGS TO-NIGHT. The historical and dramatic photoplay, “The Birth of New Zealand,” which has attracted widespread interest amongst both theatre-goers and educationists, will be screened for the first time at The People’s to-night. The picture has been described as a faithful reproduction of authentic historical records, and as they include Captain Cook’s discovery of New Zealand, his greeting by the Maoris, and his subsequent death at Hawaii; the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, episodes from the first Maori war, including the declaration of war by the notorious rebel Honi Heke, and the burning and sacking of Fort Kororareka; annexation of the South Island; Captain Stanley’s arrival at Akaroa and the hoisting of the Union Jack a few hours before the arrival of the French; and the discovery of Gabriel’s Gully, its brilliant success at Auckland is not to be wondered-at. A noteworthy feature of the production is the acting by the Maori warriors, in the battle scene. “The Birth of New Zealand” is the. first big feature madq in the Dominion, and, aa ; -it Ja.to .be exhibited abroad aftei a tour of New Zealand, the. 'local limited to two nights.. Supporting the big film tonight there will be a five-reel comedy drama, "'Don’t Get Personal/’ in which the leading role is played by ; the charming Marie Prevost. Prices of admission are 2s and Is 6d, and the. box plans are at Collier’s. “THE MAID OF THE MOUNTAINS.” THE NEW COMIC OPERA CO. The box plans for “The Maid of the Mountains,” the famous opera to Le staged at the Empire Theatre on Saturday and Monday, August 26 and 28th, open at Collier’s this morning. The curtain rises sharp at 8 o’clock on a scene disclosing a rugged 'mountain pass with the moon faintly gleaming through the scurrying clouds. Contrary to the traditional opera, one of the most effective numbers in the score, “Love Came to Me,” is sung' soon after the curtain’s rise, in fact the entire action of the play develops with bewildering rapidity and situations of intense interest are features of the J. C. Williamson Opera. One critic went so far as to say “Cut the music out, and the story is strong enough to provide an enjoyable evening’s enjoyment.” The company are enjoying a remarkable tour, arid the interest in the opening performance suggest another bumper house to- be added to their long list of record business. A feature of the production will be the frocks worn in the second act. They are distinctive, creations, and will strike an appealing note to all lovers of fashioh. Prices are 6s, 4s, and 2s (plus