AMUSEMENTS, MEETINGS, ETC

Wanganui Herald, Volume XXXXVI, Issue 13527, 8 November 1911, Page 7

AMUSEMENTS, MEETINGS, ETC

HAYWARD’S PICTURES.

A sterling selection of all-star films is contained in the present scries of pictures at the Lyceum, and the audience show their appreciation of the splendid “bill-of-fare” in a marked manner. The dramatic films take pride of place in the selection, some exquisite studies ' being screened. Foremost' among these is the magnificent picture ftory, “La Tosca, ' taken from the great French drama by' Sardou. “The Livingstone Case,” which completely enthralled the audience from start to finish, and depicts the unravelling of a mysterious murder case, and the terrible ordeal undergone by suspects in, America by the dreaded ‘third degree.'' “Her Grandfather,”, ‘The Atonement,” and “Winged Gold” are also three other fine dramatics. The scenic section of the scries is a. prominent feature, dome magnificent scenes , being pictured in “The, Eleven Lakes of Plitivicia” (showing some beautiful waterfalls and cascades), “Canals and Rivers in Siam” (with all sorts of curious craft and watermen), and last, hut certainly not least, “Scenes arid Snaps in Auckland.” The humorous element is well supplied by “A Case for Sherlock Holmes” (in which is ucpictcd a “lightning change artist” of the very front rank), “The Governess,” “The Woes of a Wealthy Widow,” -.nd “Teddy Adore?. Music,” each of which isa sure cure for the blues. Another film depicts the funeral of the late Mr T. E, Taylor. The Lyceum Orchestra delighted the audience with, choice incidental music. To-night this grand programme will he repeated, and another large attendance is

"THE GAY, GORDONS.” No doubt theatre-goers will look forward with murh eagerness to the production of “The Gay Gordons” at the Opera House to-night. This successful- comic opera conics fresh from the Australian theatrical fields, and there is little doubt, that its English,' American, Australian, and New Zealand successes will he repeated in Wanganui. The plot is based upon a delightfully original idea; the atmosphere is as refreshing as it is unconventional, and tho opportunity for superb stage setting and magnificent dressing has been taken full advantage of. A complete English opera company, each member of which will he making his or her first appearance in Wanganui, contains players of prominence in tho musical comedy* of the world of London, and these have been chosen by Clarke- and McynclTs London agent. There are'no fewer than 25 musical numbers throughout the production, and these do not- include special encore numbers and original topical songs. -Patrons are respectfully requested to bo in their seats by 7.55 p,.m. sharp on a beautoful transformation scene, “Darkness to Daylight,” and patrons will not'bo ad*,, mitted during the developing •of this scene ,H which takes five minutes. The box-plan ia at H. I. Jones and Son’s.

HARRY RICKARDS’ COMP AN Y

On Saturday the evening the curtain of the Opera House is due to rise on'the latest galaxy of talent imported by the late Mr Harry Rickards. During the Auckland ; season . large and .delighted audiences have attended the pqrforinancesp and the unanimous opinion is that -ho better combination has' ovef ,visit'Sd the Dfri minion. (The sorapahfy ' incilhdes a large number of specially-selected English. American, and Ooiftipental artists. Binns and Binns,.who come direct from America, will be seen in a Comedy and musical act. Clarke jaira Mostol arc comedians and dancers extraordinary. Pastor, and Merle , have made a big, name for themselves in , America and England as singing, 'dancing, | and tumbling eccentrics. Alcidc Capttaine is pronounced one of the greatest anti most perfect aerial gymnasts of the day. Others , in the company arc Alf. ‘Holt, American? entertainer and sifflenr; Sydney Bach, drawing-room entertainer; Carlton Max, ventriloquist; Godfrey James, the .singing collier; the Marlowea, series and dit^ee^s; Camille Cornwall, soprano; Fanny comedienne and mimic; and Tom comedian. Seats can bo booked at 11. Jones and Sons'.

TECHNICAL COLLEGE ASSEMBLY HALL. The attention of the music loving people is directed ,to the concert in the above hall to-morrow evening, commencing at 8 o’clock. Master* Haydn and Harold Bock and B. Kitchen contribute instrumental items, whilst Misses Towsey and Hawken and'Messrs-Jolt and James assist with the vocal part of the programme. Mr J. (3. Swann will recite. The furnishings'in metal work and wood carving are all supplied by the pupils of the applied art classes, the proceeds being devoted to the scholarship fund for these classes. As there is only limited accommodation in the hall, tickets should bo purchased early.

Dr Karl Kumm, the famous Soudanese missionary, who arrived on town yesterday afternoon, was accorded a civic reception in the Council Chambers. In the evening, ho lectured to a large number in the Girls’ College assembly hall on Central Africa. Pressure on space crowds our report out of this issue. A garden party and sale of work in connection with the W.C.T.U. will be held to-morrow afternoon at Mrs Forbes’ residence, corner of Dublin and Niblett Streets. The concert by the City Band will be given on the esplanade, Liver Bank, this evening, at 8 o'clock. Should the weather he unfavourable, the band will practice in the baud room. The following programme will be given:—March, “Austria” (Nowotny); selection, “Coonland” (Thos. 'Bidwood); waltz, “Dollar Princess” (Leo Fall); cornet solo, “Trumpet Calls” (Round); selection, “Pirates of Penzance” (Sullivan); trombone solo, “Plight of Ages” (F. . Bevan); selection, “Golden Casket” (W. Eimmcr); march, “Wanganui City” (T. Gray); “God" Save - , the King:” " v ■- GARDEN PARTY. Our readers arc reminded of the garden party which is to be held in the "Wanganui Hospital grounds on Saturday afternoon next, from 3 to 5 o’clock. The function is in aid of the patients’ Christmas fete fund, and has been arranged by the nursing staff. Several side shows, such as Punch and Judy, fortune-telling, character reading, etc., for which a small charge will be made, have been arranged for, while an excellent musical programme will be provided by the Garrison Band.