Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931), Monday 16 December 1912, page 19


AMUSEMENTS.

A Bland' Holt Play.

Mr. Herbert Myers, of Pollock and Myers, lessees of the Theatre Royal, returned from Melbourne on Sunday morning after a brief visit in connection with the arrangement of forthcoming attractions. Mr. Myers states that negotiations have been completed with Mr. William

Anderson,- who is organising a strong ' company, headed by Roy Redgrave, which will open on Boxing Night, under special arrangement with Bland Holt (the colebrand actor-manager), for the presentation of one of his greatest Sydney and Melbourne successes, "The Span of Life, which

has hitherto been considered too | gigantic a production even for Mr. Holt to travel to Adelaide with Mr. Walter Bentley, the well-known actor, is being brought over from Sydney specially for a performance on Christmas night on "The Passion Play," which is to be re-cited, with the aid of a fine series of interception views, taken at Ober-Ammegass in 1910. On Saturday, March 1, the Bailey Grant Company will commence a three weeks' season with a revival of "On Our Selection," and a lot of new plays. On Easter Saturday, March 22, the first of the J. C. Williamson attractions mQ come along. "Ben" Hur" and "Faust' will, be staged, and will be followed in rapid succession by all the firm's companies at present appearing in Auctralia. Dates' have been reserved in' February,' 1914, by' the Williamson firm . for the Quinlan . (Stand Opera Company.

The Tivoli Theatre.

Despite the fact that most people pref Atou to remain out of doors on Saurday evening, which was warm, there was a large audience at the Tivoli Theatre, where a bright and attractive programme was presented. There were no new ar-taste, but the programme was greatly changed and was most- acceptable. Miss Florence Baines, the original' Mary Ellen" of "Miss Lancashire, Limited," again pleased with her songs, and made a hit with her laughing song. The best turn of the evening was supplied by the three Macarte Sisters, in their Japanese Scene. These girls showed themselves to be clever acrobats and light wire walkers,, and they received quite an ovation.", Mr.

B. Bilton is having, a popular season in Adelaide, and his songs at the piano" won for him hearty rounds of applause, "messrs. Sayles? and Warton kept the audience in roars of laughter while before the footlights, and, supported by other Tivoli artists, presented the screamingly

funny sketch, "A Lord- for a Night." The j Bright Sisters, two dainty dance duettists,

included in their turns tile song "Only a boy," and the remainder of the programme was contributed by Miss 'Marie Quintrell (a soprano), Mr. J. Maloney (comedian and dancer), 'Mr Charles Zoli' (comedian and Dago impersonator), and Mr. Marshall Crosby (a baritone); On Saturday next Mr. Alexander Prince will arrive by the mail steamer and will make his. reappearance after an absence of 15 agendas. On his last visit he proved himsee a most popular concertina soloist, y.

"King's Theatre.

fi One may -visit the King's Theatre, frequent

intervals and always find new. artists to provide diversion. No turn is allowed to go stale there; the managesent know the value of quick changes of programme in Adelaide, and, be, up to date, cater to suit the popular taste. Two fresh arrests appeared on Saturday night, and several, began the concluding week of short' but successful seasons, and will make way for others next Saturday. Those who are to bow their adieux on Friday night are Morley and Bates (who are presenting an original song sung with a martial atmosphere). Barnes and West (clever dancers ^ with a fine touch of comedy in their turn the Bracken's í uncommonly 'clever.' tight-rope perfonners),f and Miss Nellie - 'Kolle. The most pleasing new 'artist" was Mr. John Fuller, a silvery tenor, who performed 20 years ago in Garner's Rooms, King William-street, and whose voice has kept wonderfully rich. He knows how to sing, and contributes such old favorites as "Sally in our alley" with enchanting sweetness. Another newcomer was Mr. Jack Straw, whose patter- pleases the audience greatly. New turns were presented by Mr. J. Hurley, Miss Peggy Roma, and Mr. Roy Rene.

The Dandies,

Another popular programme was enthusiastically received by a large audience at the Exhibition Gardens on Saturday night, when every number presented by the Dan-dies was encored. Mr. Claude Dampier provided some genuine humor in "Going to Sing,' "Shot Socks," "The General,'-' and the-"Scene9hifter's idea of Hamlet." Miss Evelyn Ward added "Poppies for For-getting to a fine rendering of "The Rosary" and Miss Hilda Lane was equally successful in "Baby Dreams" and "Rose-buds." Mr. George Morgan's contributions were "Twenty-one To-day," "Single by the Seaside," and "That's how it's Done." Miss Irene Vere earned generous applause with "Nurse Nursed," and "Put Your Arms Around Me." "Home, Maori Maid and a fine rendering of "Absent" were Mr. Oliver Peacock's successes. As an encore to one of his items Mr. Peacock sang "For Thee," the music of which, was written by an Adelaide musician, Mr. Angelo Demodips, the words being by Mr. J. MooreRobinson, who was at one time an Adelaide journalist. Mr. Gavin Wood sang "Tom Brown and "Henry V." Both men-here were., excellent. A male quartet, Willie's Whiskers," was undeniably successfuL

A Christmas Carol.

The closeness of the atmosphere indoors and the outdoor attractions did not prevent a large audience attending at the vic-toria Hall on Saturday evening to hear Mr. Edward Reeves' recital of "The Christmas Carol." The audience were moved alternately to laughter and to fears, and with a merry Christmas to everyone, and Tiny Tim's happy benediction, an enjoyable evening came to a close. Mr. Ernest W. Brose, LJLB., accompanied sympathetically, and Mr. Frank H. Smith's solos were pleasing interludes.

The Merrymakers.

The Merrymakers," a troupe of al fresco entertainers, made their initial bow to residents of the southern city at the Unley Oval on Saturday night. The evening was ideal for an outdoor performance, and this, combined with a good programme, was responsible for a large crowd. Each artist was accorded an enthusiastic reception. The Kennedy brothers, expert banjoist, provided popular numbers. Dante, described as a '"modern magician and dandy illusionist," kept his listeners in roars of laughter, and "This and That" presented a clever patter duologue. Athol, the skating tramp, provided an attractive act. Misses Nellie Rowe (serie clog and step dancer), and Lillian Ruddell (Scotch balladist) were responsible for pleasing turns. Messrs. A. Green, George Irwin, and A. Dorling were warmly applauded for their "turns.'' Mr. T. Johnson presided at the piano.

Ozone Pictures.

At the Ozone Pictures in the Port Town Hall to-night a complete change of programme will be submitted, including Bank cashier," an interesting dramatic subject by the Lubin Company; "The double cross," Selig drama; Two battles, a war drama, by the Vitagraph Company, with Martin Costello in the main part: "Holding the fort," a crest comedy subject by the Edison Company: "The long trail pioneer."' a cowboy time drama; "Stern papa," A.B. comedy, j

Social to Herr Mumme.

( on Friday evening, in the St. Stephen's Hall. Adelaide, a social was- tendered

Herr A. R. Mumme by students attend. 22 his school of music. Mr. S. Ayliffe '

on behalf of the pupils in presenting Mr. Mumme with a handsome travelling

rug and inkstand, referred to the good feeling which always existed between master and pupil. Mr. S. L'pton (teacher of theory) was also the recipient of a writing-desk as a small token of the esteem in which he was held by the students-. Both gentlemen feelingly. responded. Music- and games were indulged in, and altogether a most enjoyable time was spent. Miss Dorothy Watt-man was responsible for the arrangements.

Glenelg Town Hall.

On Friday evening the Entertainers appeared at the Glenelg Town Hall in comedy and song before a large audience, who showed their appreciation of the excellent numbers submitted by prolonged applause, which was responded to by encores. The artists were the Misses Clare Milton, Rose St. Rae, and Dorothy Leigh, Messrs. Sydney Howarde, Charles Grahame, and Tom Preston. Miss M?"*1'**" Parkes acted as accompanist.

The Entertainers attracted a large and appreciative attendance at the open-air theatre at Henley on Saturday night, when they presented an entirely new programme. Miss Rose St. Raels rendered "Arcadia."' -wk success, and was equally successful in a dainty number which she gave as an encore. Mr. Sidney Howarde also was applauded, and his fine voice was heard to advantage in "Absence.-" Miss Claire Milton and Mr. Charles Grahame pleased their hearers, and Mr. T. Preston's dancing caused much merriment. Miss Dorothy Leigh contributed several catchy numbers, for which she was recalled, and the company presented concerted items which were of a high standard. The accompaniments were artistically played by Miss Marion Parkes, who also contributed a pianoforte

solo.

The Lyric.

The Lyric was crowded on Saturday evening, hundreds being unable to gain admission. A splendid programme was shown and greatly appreciated. "The Last of the Mohicans" by J. Fennimore Cooper; "The Miner's Curse," an Australian production; "The Cardinal's Edict," "The Recall," "Bobby Believes in Kindness and several other items being shown. To-night will be the last night of the present programme, and a complete change is announced for to-morrow night.