ENTERTAINMENTS.

Taranaki Daily News, 4 December 1926, Page 6

ENTERTAINMENTS.

EVERYBODY'S THEATRE. DIOK BARTHELMEISS IN “JUST SUPPOSE,”

A delightfully romantic comedy of make-believe will be screened finally at Everybody’s theatre to-day. Richard Sarihelmess, ae a prince, and Lois Moran, beautiful screen star, as a priiicess. In the whole world of makebelieve nothing more rapturously romantic can be imagined. It all happens in a mythical kingdom, a dominion of pomp, ceremony, grandees—and love. It is “Just Suppose’ - —two of the happiest words in the English language. Barthelmese. givee a distinguished performance, and dainty bi-year-old Lois Moran enacts a role of priceless charm. Among the supporting films ie one which is exciting considerable interest. It is the first of six. the whole series of which form the complete picture-log of the Amundsen polar flight, when those hardy explorers essayed the most perilous journey ever undertaken by man, and returned to civilisation after a grim struggle with the mighty ice-powers of the frozen North. "THE LOVE THIEF. - ’ In a special announcement elsewhere in this issue Everybody’s theatre management call, attention to the screening of Universal’s special film production, "The Love Thief,” for a three-night season, commencing Monday next. “The Love ’j'hief” is a perfect story from the dramatic point of view. Norman Kerry and Greta Niesen act their roles superbly, and with the delicate subtlety that court intrigues demand. Some very spectacular shots, made by a new pro- ' '-ess, are Very effective, and should be observed if for no other reason than .to take a- peep into the future of the i motion picture. Through the story runs a very moving love story that ends as it should, John McDermott directed the picture, and has done effective work. Ae the huge comedian, diaries Fully contributes a large share of the laughs, and proves himself a comedian par excellence. ''The Love Thief” is an exceptionally fine screen entertainment, and is strongly recommended by the management. Seats may be reserved at Collier’s. THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE. THREE FAVOURITES AND A NEW SERIAL. At The People’s theatre to-day William Fox presents the modern romantic drama, “Greater than a Crown,” adapted from the clever novel, “The Lady from Longacre.” Dolores Costello makes her tow in this picture as leading lady, Margaret Livingston plays a great part of tremendous appeal, and Edmund Lowe gives one of hie most artistic perfermanees. He plays the role of a dashing young to-'.r - c.t who bee urn s involved, while in London, in a romantic and diplomantie mtrigue concerning the marriage of a king and a priaioss. Needless to say, the hero upsets all the bestlaid plans of the- intriguers—and, of course, carries off a bride in the bargain. In addition to the usual Fox supporting, films and a comedy, to-day’s new programme includes chapter one of the new adventure serial, “The Winking Idol.” This story of a lost treasure was written by Charlee E. van Loan, ami in the leading parte arc two old favourites, William Desmond and Eileen Sedgwick.

NOTARIELLO CONCERT. ' A GREAT MUSICAL EVENT. Musical circles in this district have been greatly interested to learn that Signor Notarieilo, the famous young Italian tenor, who appeared in the Do minion some 'time'ago under the J. and N., Tait management, will again mate hie appearance in New Plymouth, prior to his departure for America next February to undertake a Jong engagement to appear on the operatic stage, concert platform and sing for records. Notanello and. his concert party will appear at the Opera House on Monday next, when a specially selected programme will be given. Miss Grace Wilkinson, the gifted New Zealand contralto, whose powerful voice attracted the attention of Madame Clara Butt, who predicts a suecesef.il issue, promising Miss Wilkinson her personal help in her musical career in Europe next year. In Miss Bessie Pollard the management have secured a pianist who plays with the expressiveness and understanding that comes of long and patient study and application, allied with temperament which ensures success. Referring to Notariello'e concerts in Wellington, the Dominion says: “The voice beautifully produced, splendidly exhilarating, with strength and resonance. He io a line artist.” Notarieilo has a happy way with him of at once getting on good terms with his audiences, having an attractive personality and other endowments of Nature — which stand him in good stead in the career in which he has set out. The gift of expression is not the least of the attributes which has assured his success. This happy combination of artists will present a programme of musical gems of the great master, both old and new. The appearance of the company is a boon to music lovers, who so rarely have the opportunity of hearing such talented artiste. Owing to ‘the limited time at their disposal, it is not possible to extend the season or make a, return visit, so intending patrons are advised to reserve seats at Collier’s, and prevent HIAWATHA. CHORAL SOCIETY’S CONCERT. Tlie production of Coleridge-Taylor’s picturesque arrangement of Longfellow’s story of Hiawatha by the Choral Society on Wednesday next promisee to be a notable occasion in the history of the society and in the musical achievements of the town. The story is descriptive of the customs of American . Indians, and portrays with vivid effects the various incidents relating to marriage customs at the wedding feast scene, the tribal ceremonies at the burial *>f Minnihaha, and finally the coming of the white man, and Hiawatha’s farerVell to his people. There is a more than usually heavy amount of choral work, which is interspersed with some line solos for soprano, tenor and baritone. The principal solos are iu the capable hahde of Mhdame Winnie

Fraser, who is a warm favourite with local concert goers, Mr. Ashley B. MacDonald, a popular local singer and MrHarold Preeeott (tenor), of Christchurch. The latter is an Englishman, who has not been long in New Zealand, but has come rapidly to the forefront among Dominion vocalists. He belongs to an old musical family of Manchester, and has ’ had many successful , concert, engagements in big works in the Old Country. His voice is of the true tenor quality, and he sings with great musicianship. He Ims sung for most of the leading societies in New Zealand, and as this will be his first appearance in New Plymouth his visit should enhance the attractiveness §f next Wednesday’s concert. In view of the heavy preliminary booking by the society’s subscribing members intending patrons of the concert should be early at the box office (at Collier’s) when the plan opens to the public on Monday morning. This will be the society’s final concert for the season, and no effort has been spared to make the occasion a memorable one. i