COSY THEATRE

Wairarapa Times-Age, 27 June 1940, Page 2

COSY THEATRE

“STRANDED IN PARIS.” The current programme at the Cosy Theatre, headed by “Stranded in Paris” and “Jungle Princess,” will be finally shown tonight. “SECRET SERVICE OF THE AIR.” Tomorrow night’s programme will provide two excellent pictures in “Secret Service of the Air” and “Stepping Toes.” In the former, Ronald Reagan, John Litel and Ila Rhodes are starred. This film is the first of a new series to be issued by Warner Brothers, featuring highlights from the colourful career of W. H. Moran, formerly chief of the American Secret Service. The film is concerned with the attempts of the service to break up a huge ring of racketeers engaged in smuggling aliens into the United States. For this purpose Ronald Reagan, a pilot in the China Clipper, is coopted to assist. “Stepping Toes,” features Hazel Ascot, Enid Stamp-Taylor, and Jack Barry. The picture introduces the screen’s newest juvenile star Hazel Ascot in a sparkling, spectacular show packed with music, whirlwind dancing, and catchy tunes. Only nine years old, Hazel presents her talent as well as the most seasoned preformer. Her natural acting is a credit to an actress so young. She is supported by several juveniles who are equally natural in their actions. Her versatility with dancing and singing is evidence that she is destined for fame. Presenting her acts in a happy, smiling manner, she cannot help but capture the hearts of all people who see “Stepping Toes.” Also will be screened episode 8 of “Lone Ranger Rides Again,” and on Saturday at the matinee episode 1 of the “Oregon Trail" will be presented.