AMUSEMENTS.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 3174, 27 April 1909, Page 6

AMUSEMENTS.

IMPERIAL PICTURE COMPANY. The Imperal pictures to be shown at the Town Hall, this evening, are said to be really first class, and will no doubt be well patronised. Speaking of a recent performance a contemporary says The management have been successful in securing the very latest and most up-to-date pictures yet seen in the Dominion, pictures which are all the topic at the present moment and they are supposed to excel all others. The Dreadnought in action has been proclaimed the greatest naval picture yet produced. Coming as it does at such an opportune time, this picture should commend itself to all classes of the theatre"going public. Another and most interesting subject is the Soldier's Wedding, which should be described as a real drama in cinematography." Popular prices are to be charged—ladies half price,—and the management promise an excellent programme of pictures.

"THE MERRY WIDOW." Mr J. C. W lliamson's Royal Comic Opera Company will stage "The Merry Widow" in the Town Hall, on Monday, May 3rd. "The Merry Widow" is at the present day the dominating musical attraction in all the principal cities of every country in Europe and throughout America. Amongst the artists are several old favouries, including Miss Florence Young with her beautiful soprano voice. Mr Reginald Roberts, the popular, tenor, is also sure of a hearty welcome, as is Mr Victor Gouriet, the clever comedian. Mr W. S. Percy, New Zealand's own favourite, Messrs C. R. Bantock. D.;O'Connor, Arthur Hunter, a"d many other well-known performers. Miss Nsllie Wilson will appear as Natali, a character in which she has established herself a firmer favourite than ever, while the cast also includes such clever artists as Miss Alma Vaughan, Marietta Nash and Georgie Musgrove. Box plans will he opened at Miss Rive's on Thursday morning next.