The New York Clipper (March 1903)

48 THE NEW YORK CLIPPER. March 7. HEW YORK CITY. Review and Comment. — There was llttii activity Id local amusements daring the p«*t week, bat th« good attendance which hai (or tht most part ruled since the opening of the aeaaon continued at the various houses. With the filing; o( the article* of Incorporation of the Conrled Metropolitan Opera Company Feb. 26, at Albany, N. 7., the name of Maurleo Oreo In connection with the leading operatic organization of the United States became a matter of history. Hie memory, however, will always be kept green In the minds of all true maslc lovers In America, for hli many years of service In giving us, at all times, the best to be had In opera. The few weeks of the present operatic season will, of course, be under Mr. Grau'B management, as Mr. Conrled will not eseume control until neat Pall, and there le no doubt that the many friends of the outgoing lmpreasarlo will endeavor to make the last weeks of his incumbency highly successful At the Fourteenth Stbebt Theatre ••Southern Enchantment," a musical comedy, In three acts, presented by a company of colored per- formers, was seen Feb. 28 for the flnt time at a down town theatre At Wun A Wilds' Music Hall, on Thursday, 20, "The Big Little I'rlncess," a burlesque skit, book by Edgar Smith, music by W. T. Francis, wns given Its first presentation, and met with pronounced favor The continued attractions for the week ending Feb. 28 were: Blanche Bates st Bhlabco's, Annie ltussell at the Gabbick, De Wolf Hopper at the Hsbai.d Square, "The Unforeseen" at the Kmpikb, Amelia Bingham at the Princess, Marie Cahlll at the Bijou, James T. Powers at the Cbitebion, "Tbe Resurrection" at the Victoria, "The Sultan of Sulu" at Wal- laces, "The Billionaire" at Daly's, "Mr. Bluebeard" at the Knickerbocker, B. 11. Sotbern st the Garden, "Tbe Qlrl With tbe Green Eyes" at tbe Savoy, "The Wizard of Os" at tbe Majestic, Williams ft Walker at tbe New York, "The Earl of Pawtucket" at the Madison Square, "A Chinese Honey- moon" at the Casino, "Tbe Silver Slipper" st the Broadway, "Twlrly Whlrly" at Wibbb a Fields', tbe stock company at the Aueuican, tbe German stock at tbe 1iivi.no Place, the stock company at tbe MrjBBAY Hill, The Smart Set at tbe Foun- TBiNTH Street, and Mrs. Flske at tbe Man- hattan, the lest named closing on that date. Dramas by tbe F. F. Proctor stock companies, with added vaudeville features, were presented at Proctor's Firm Avenue and On* Hundred and Twenty-fifth Btbeet The one week stands closing 28 were: "On tbe Buwanee River* at the Tuihd Avenue, "Fiddle-Dee-Dee" at the! Grand Ofbra Hours, Julia Marlowe at tbe Harlih Opbra House, "A Modern Magda- len" at Weber & Fields' West End, "Foxy Grandpa" at tbe Metropolis, and "The Night Before Christmas" at the Star Variety entertainment wae furnished at Keith's Union Square, Proctob'b Twintx- TitiBD Street, Tonz Pabtob's, tbe Cibclr, the London, tbe Dbwby, Miner's Bowery, uUBTia a Sbahon's, tbe Olympic and tbe Obtbbum. Hubbb's Mvsbum furnished tbe usual list of vaudeville and curios The fourteenth week of grand opera began Monday night, Feb. 28, with Verdi's "Un Hullo In Mascbera," which had not been heard In tbla city for fourteen years. Tbe cast was: Amelia, Frau Qadskl; Ulrica, Mme. Louise Homer; Oscar, Frau Fritsl Ncheff; Rlc.-.ardo, M. de March!; Renoto, Blguor Campanarl; Samuel, M. Edouard de Rcszke; Tom, M. Journct; Sllvano. M. Du- frlche; Un Ouidlce, M. Begue; Un Servo, M. Vannl; Conductor, Slgnor Manclnclll, "Sieg- fried" was given nlgbt of 24, with tbe same cast as before. "II Flauto Maglco" was tbe bill evening of 2B, for tbe Drat tine this season. It was thus cast: Queen of tbe Night, Mme. Scmbrlch; Tamlno, M, Saltg- nac; Sarastro, Edouard de Heszke; 1'npo- gena, Fr. Frlttl Scheff; Pamins, Fr. Qadskl; 1'apagcno, Big. Campanarl; Monastato, M, Relss; tbe three ladles attendant upon the Queen of the Night, Mme. Beygard, Mme. uomer and Carrie Bridewell. The offering Friday night, 27, was "La Traviata." In which Mme. Sembrlcb, MM. Dant and, Scot- tl and others appeared, tbe cost being tbe same as when last rendered. Tbe bill Sat- urday afternoon, 28, wns "Le Prophets." At night "Gotcrdammerung" was given. Herr Burgstollcr sang the role of Siegfried, and M. BIbbs was the Hagen. Mme. Nor- dics was Brunnbllde; Mme. Homer, the Wal- trance; Mme. ReuBS-Belce, tbe Qutrune. and Horr Muhlmann, tbe Qunthcr. Proctor's Fifth Avenue Theatre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager).—Opening; March 2, for the week, "Camllle" was played by tbe stock company, Minnie Scllgmsn tak- ing tbe title role, and William Bramwcll appearing as Armand. Miss Sellgmsn, wbose forte Is clearly the Intense emotional line of work, made Camllle a woman of tender sympathies, and gave no elaboration of tbe repellent features of tbe role frequently Illustrated by actresses playing this part. Her scene with Armand at the end of tbe second act was capital in its emotional force, and the famous self sacrificing scene with Armand's father was deftlv bandied, ber act- ing here being repressed and natural. Mr. Bramwcll made an excellent Armand, and Grace Gibbons won hearty applause for ber One scene In the third act Eva Vincent played Madame Prudence with good comedy effect, considerable laughter rewarding her. There were undoubted!? many in the bouse on tbv. opening day who bad seen her de- lightful playing as the "cook lady" In "Why Smith Left Home," last week's play, and she bas now won a firm place In the hearts of those wbo follow the career of this com- Bsny. Tbe cast: Armand Duval, William ramwell; Mods. Duval, bis father, Ver- ncr Clargea: Gaston Illeux, Psul McAllis- ter; Count De Yarvllle, Geo. Edwin Bryant; Gustavo, George Friend; Messenger, Oscar Graham: Arthur, Victor Brown; Camllle, Minnie Sellgmaa; Nlchette, Grace Gibbons; Nanln, Margaret Klrker; Olympe, Ivab tl. Wills; Madame Prudence, Eva Vincent Tbe vaudeville part of tbe bill Included Geo. Evans, the popular "Honey Boy;" Bernard Williams, In Borne good comedy magic; May Belle, musical comedienne; Nellie Lytton, comedienne; Frederick, In a wire act, and the kalatechnoscope. Mrs. Oaborn's Playhouse (Max Stra- kosh. manager).—George Fawcelt, well known as a Baltimore manager, has now taken this house, and will attempt to put It on a paying basis with bis own attrac- tions, of which he has several. His com- pany, with Mary Shaw at the head, opened March 2. in "Ghosts." which v.as done hero so well In another nous? by tbe same play- ers, st matinees. The theatre was well filled by an audlenro wbose appluuse was Invlsb for the performers, who assuredly merited It for tbe creepy and repugnant . Ibsen play bad a fine Interpretation, which Is tbe only thing that makes It Inst as a dramatic offering. Mary Shaw played tbe .cadlne role superbly. Frederick Lewis, aa the blighted youth, doing admirable work, and Mnurlce Wilkinson also contributing an Impressive portrayal. Charles A. Gay won a hearty tribute of applause In tbe second net, and Virginia Klein was capable. Tbe cast: Mrs. Alvlng, Mary Shaw; Oswald Ai- ring, Frederick Lewis; Pastor Manders, Maurice Wilkinson; Jacob Engstrand, Charles A. Gay; Begins Engstrand, Virginia Klein. Dewey Theatre (Sullivan & Kraus, managers).—Bob Manchester's Vanity Fair Extravaganza Co. made its metropolitan bow for the first time this season here at the matinee of Marcb 2. The reception accorded to Mr. Manchester's splendid company muBt have been gratifying to tbe veteran manager, as be saw an audience assembled that filled; every part of tbe theatre to the doors, hun- dreds Being obliged to stand. In order to wit- ness one of the strongest and most enter- taining shows to visit here In many sea sons. The programme Is capitally well ar- ranged, the evident aim being to keep tbe audience on tbe qui vive from start to finish, and right well Is it accomplished. Every member strove to keep things bumming In the way of catchy songs, sparkling music and up to date comedy dialogue, all of which kept the audience in almost contin- uous laughter. Tbe programme starts with a clever little farce, entitled "Ophelia and Fedora," in whicb Barry Brown, J. Gnffeny lirown, Jack Gardner, Viola Tborndyke and Blanche Martin appeared to excellent ad- vantage. MuBlcal bite were Introduced which pleased, and, altogether, It was a lively affair, Tben followed a bright olio, every act of which gained rounds of ap- plause, and It Is composed of clever specialty people, as follows: Lillian Held and Four Show GlrlB, tbe Two Jacksons, in bag punch- ing and boxing; Happy Jack Gard- ner, In coon songs; Harry Brown, Viola Harris and J. Gatfeny Brown en- tertained, In "Walt a Minute;" Mar- tella and Lancaster, eccentric acrobats; Wang Doodle Four, comedians and dancers, and Mile. Anl. novelty gymnast, In her sen- sational aerial acta. What tbe programme designates as a "quick farce burlesque" brings to a close. In a whirlwind of laughter nnd applause, the long and entertaining bill. Its title Is "A Hot Finish," and the title Is in no way a misnomer. This is tbe cast: John L. Sullivan, Thomas itooney; w"» ' vvmm m. uuitnau. luuuiUH IWUUCJ , Landlord Hogg, Hnrry Brown; Mike, Gaff- eny Brown ; Philip Deck, Al. Martello; Man- ager Hardluck, Jack Gardner; the Sheriff Smkman, Andrew Jackson; Jeonette Dazzle- web, Viola Thorndyke; Susette, Lillian Held ; Florette, May West; Solitaire. Dollle Adams; Annette, May Farrell; Jessica, Etts Goodrldge; Flossette, Lulu Lancaster; Dan- delion, Stella Hale; Fannie, Bertie Cald- well ; Carlmle, Edna Beard ; Angellque, Leon I Vlckera; La Bertie, Allle Jackson; Fran- chette. Zona Percell; Clementine, Pauline Berkeley; Lurllne, Alice Allison: Willie Manhattan, Blanche Martin. Executive staff for Mr. Manchester: Harry Hill, busi- ness manager; Thomas Rooney, stage mona- fer; Fred Johnson, musical director; Joe .yon, electrician; Jack Crawford, stage car- Senter. Next week, Rose Sydell's London ielles. Circle Theatre (Percy G. Williams, manager).—Monday. March 2 ushered In ihe fourth week of Manager Williams tonancy of this theatre, and the coustanty Increasing patronage bns convinced this enterprising manager tbnt high cubs vnudcvlle is just what was needed to bring tbe cosy little tbeatro Into promlueuce among the city's playhouses. That tbe house will very shortly establish nud retain Its own oUcuile contiguous to Its admirable location, has been conceded for a liberal and enterprising man- agement will galu recognition as euro as fate. The bill fur Ibis week Is mode up o{ excellent material and Is beaded (for tbe second week) by Jean Marcel's Has Reliefs and Living Art Studies. Nothing In tbe way of posing art, 'j.v human subjects, to In any sense equal those beautiful studies In baa relief has ever been seen on our stage. Gertrude Mansfield and Carl Wilbur scored a solid success In Their comedietta, "A Bird and a Bottle;" Le Roy, Tnlran and Bosco, a triple alliance of magicians, entertained de- lightfully in experiments In modern magic and Illusions; Jack Nowortb, singing come- dian ; Louise Dresser, the girl from tbe Wabash;" Mosher, itougbton and Moebc-r, expert comedy bicyclists: Guyer and Daly, In a comedy dancing act; Hal Merrltt, In hlB original "Poster Girl" monologue; Harry Taft, whistling comedian, and the American vltagraph with a new scries of films, "A Trip to the Alps," completes tbe bill for this week. Victoria Theatre (Oscar Hammersteln, manager).—"Resurrection," with Blanche Walsh as the star and a fine supporting com- pany to strengthen her, began Its third week March 2. The acting triumphs In this piece are many. American Theatre (J. J. Coleman, business manager).—The stock company at this theatre Monday night, March 2, pre- sented "Oliver Twist," to tbe usual packed house. The play was handsomely staged, and was well received by the audience. Ed- mund Breeze, as Bill Sykcs, was excellent, and was given a hearty reception. Jessallne Kodgers, as Nancy, was capital, and received her share of approval. Messrs. Scott and Reynolds, and the Misses Almosnlno and Itnyer were all well cast and acquitted themselves with credit. Tbe cast was as follows: mil Sykes, Edmund Breeze; Fagln, Paul Scott; tbe Artful Dodger, Thomas Reynolds; Mr. Brownlow, Frank E. Jami- son; Mr. Bumble, William Welch; Justice Fang, John Ravold; Charley Bates, John Hewitt; Toby Crackltt, John Lane O'Con- nor; Mr. Monks, Bert Lyttcl; Doctor Grlm- wlg, Cbas. Farrlngton; Bookseller, Cans. Poultcr; Clerk, Henry Taylor; Man, Robert Vlguola : Officer, Frank Peele; Jailor, Harry Chapman; Mrs. Bedwln, Julia Blanc; Rose May lie, Lilian Bayer; Oliver Twist, Laura Almosnlno; Nancy, Jessallne, Rodgers. Next week, "Dangers of rarts." A special mati- nee was given Monday afternoon, aa a benefit for Herman A. Sheldon, an old mem- ber of this company, wbo Is trying to regain his health. The house was packed to Its capacity, and tbe benefit wns a grand suc- cess. Madlaon Square Theatre (Charles Frohman. manager).—"The Karl of Paw- tucket" bas proven a laughing treat, and this little bouse has been crowded by people anxious to see Lawrence D'Orsay's capital noting in the nutne part. The present Is the fifth week. Minna ClnussculouB has re- placed June Van Busklrk. Atlantic Garden (W. Kramer's Sons. managers).—Armluta, the gymnast: Lloyd nud Walton, In singing sketch; the Leakeys. in their muelcal specialties; tbe Burks, in n balancing perch act; Jonea and Sutton, the colored comedy duo, and Constance Win- don, vocal comedienne, are the attractions for this week. New York Theatre (Klaw 4 Krlanger, managers).—Williams and Walker, In "In Dahomey, have drawn Mr houses every performance thus far. This Is the third week. Proctor's Fifty-eighth Street The- atre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager).— Monday, March 2, a more than usually crowded condition of tbe auditorium pre- vailed, standing room, and but littje of it being at a premium after 8 p. u. Tbe re- turn of the stock company after a week of straight vaudeville, was signalized by tbe presentation of "Devil's Island," which was well presented. The greeting bestowed upon tbe several members of the stock proved tbat tbelr return was welcome to tbe habitues of this bonse. Tbe cast was as follows : Maurice De La Tour, Ned Howard Fowler: Prince Boris Orloff, Louis Bressen; General llegand, Cbas. King; George Maxwell, Chsrles Heny ; Victor Duverney, Ernest C. Joy; Oscar Astor, Al. Roberts; Tony Pone, Gerald Grif- fin; Sergeant Grandler, Richard Lyle: Corp. La France, Albert Veazle; Anlstole, Andrew Stephens; Coontess Nina Petrovsky, Polly Stockwell; Pauline De La Toor, Edna Archer Crawford; Gay Huntress, Rhea Clemens: Elizabeth Atherton Randolph, Lorle Ed- dinger: Babette Folllet, MargaretWestwcod. Ned Howard Fowler, Id the character of Maurice De La Tour, was, as usual, well up In bis lines, and made all tbe points pos- sible In their rendition Edna Archer Craw- ford, as the wife of the accused officer, looked and acted the part to per- fection, the many telling points In tbe character being Drought out and made conspicuous by their well rendering. Tbe entire company was ade- quate to all the demands made upon them, and the production was highly pleasing and thoroughly apreclated. Vaudeville Interpo- lations were furnished by Harry Brown, a decidedly clever colored singing comedian, who was compelled to respond to curtain calls; Hubert De Veaux, cbalk artist, was also effective, and tbe kalatechnoscope con- tinued. Next week marks the close of tbe stock company season at this bouse, when tbere will be given for tbe wind up "Bine Jeans," and on March 1ft. Manager Proctor will change his policy here, traveling combinations being offered, tbe bookings being made through Messrs. Stair k Havlin, tbe Inaugural bill being George Sidney, in "Busy Ixxy." Third Avenue Theatre (Martin J. Dixon, manager).—"Human Hearts" wss produced here Monday, 2. The cast Included John A. Boone, as a manly Tom Logan, and the supporting roles were apportioned ss follows: Frederick Armsdale, George Holt; Jim Mason, Edward McHugh; Moses Jones, Harry Squires; Richard Markham, Paul Na- tion ; Jimmy Logan, Frank Guderlan; Samuel Logan, Edward Colllna; Deputy Wes- ton, George Vogel; Mike Corrlgan, James H. Wcltham; Herbert Shaw, James Weir; Llmpey Morgan, Cbrlssle Waltbam; Ruth Larklns. Ethel Kent; Samantby Logan, Lil- lian Weston; Little Grace Logan. Baby Car- hart ; Jeannette Logan, Evelyn Selble. Next week, "The Eleventh Hour." London Theatre (James H. Cartln, manager).—Scrlbner's Morning Glories are here In full bloom this week, and presented a pleasing programme, to good houses, Mon- day, 2. 7 'My Son'B Wife" Is full of action, and tbe finale of tbe first act (a fine ren- dition of tbe anvil chorus) was liberally applauded. Cooper nnd Scball, Couture Bro- thers, Clifford and Burke, Eddie Estus, John and Lily Hoovers, and Bijou Comedy Trio made up tbe olio. Next week, the Majesties. Keith's Theatre (E. F. Albee, general manager).—Mary Hampton, supported by Wlllam Davis and George Chancellor, made her first vaudeville appearance here as the bendllner of a most excellent bill on March 2. Her little comedy was written for her by Edmund Day, and Is Intended to be a sa- tire. It is entitled "Tbe Melodrama," and was heartily enjoyed by the large audience, which gave a cordial welcome to Miss Hamp- ton ana ber efficient support Leon Morris' educated ponies came in for a share of tbe applause, which was very generous through- out the bill. The wrestling ponies created a deal of laughter. Willis P. Sweatnam, tills time wltb a partner, Barry Maxwell (and a very capable one, too), kept tbe au- dience screaming wltb laughter In a skit entitled "Tbe Blvals;" Caron and Herbert were lust as clever acrobatically as ever, and their character comedy work Is every bit as funny; tbe Motoglrl, who scored last week one of the greatest bits of tbe season, is held over for this week, and will continue to puzzle every audience; Geo. H. Wood, the "somewhat different comedian;" Crane Bros., and Belmont, "The Mud Town Minstrels;' Le Roy and Woodford, eccentric comedians; Swan and Hambard, tbe two grotesques; the Reed Birds, In their latest musical farce, "Look Out for Johnson;" tbe Spray Slaters, In vocal duetts: Dorsch and Russell, musi- cal comedians; Cook and Sylvia, In dancing specialties; Naomi Ethordo, equilibrist; Tom Moore, coon songs; tbe Cartons, nov- elty acrobats, and the olograph are Included in this week's bill, and no better bill bas been presented here In many seasons. Empire Theatre (Charles Frohman, manager).—Tbe Empire Theatre Co. con- tinues to present "Tbe Unforeseen" to good business. The eighth week opened Marcb 2. Knickerbocker Theatre (Al. Hayman & Co., managers).—"Mr. Bluebeard," now In Us seventh week, has proven a fine spectacle, and crowds tbe bouse wltb great regularity. Manhattan Theatre (Harrison Orey Flske, manager).—"Tbe Bishop's Move," a comedy. In tbree acts, by John Oliver Hobbes (Mrs. Craigie) and Murray Carson, was given its first American production March '.'. at this house, before s large audience. Tbe work was originally presented June 7, 11)02, at the Oarrlck Theatre, London, Eng. Tbe production on Monday night marked the first In thla city by James K. Hackett In wblcb be does not play, and while he has selected an excellent company of players, his first effort Is not likely to meet with even mediocre success. The play deals with the efforts of Ambrose, Bishop of Hance, to save bis nephew from a marriage with the Duchess of Quenteu, a woman of the world, with whom he is fascinated, In order that be may marry Barbara, for whom he really cares, and who loves him. In tbe end tbe Duchess, wbo. If she marrleB at all, would hare to relinquish her entire fortune to the Church, gives way to Barbara, and all ends happily. The play le weak and unin- teresting, the characters are poorly drawu and unconvincing, and at no time does the ■ work rise above commonplace. The lines show little brightness, although tbere are occasional dashes of wit and talk-talk-talk— la all that can be Bald in regard to the dialogue. W. H. Thompson, as tbe bishop, was excellent, as he always Is, and mads a meaningless and thankless role Interesting by his art alone. Dorothy Dorr made the most of the role of the Duchess of Quenten. Tbe others In tbe cast laid forth their best ef- forts to make something of tbelr respective roles, but the task was beyond them. The cast In full: Ambrose, Bishop of Ranee, W. H. Thompson; Francis Herlcourt, Wallace Worsley; Monslgnor Compden, William L. Branscombe; Mrs. Herlcourt Virginia Bu- chanan; Barbara Arreton, Deronda Mayo; Brother Hilary, E. L. Duane: Housemaid, Isabel Richards; Musician, William Lawe, and tbe Duchess of Quenten, Dorothv Dorr. Murray Hill Theatre (Henry V. Don- Proctor's Twenty-third Street The- atre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager).— A bill headed by Mnrle Dressier proved a magnet strong enough to fill this house cotn- lortabiy afternoon of March 2, and for tbe evening performance there was a large audi- ence on band. Miss Dressier was welcomed like a returning hero—or heroine, and she soon had the audience so far removed from any suggestion of the blues tbnt tbe exist- ence of such things seemed remote nnd even impossible. Eva Williams and Jac Tucker played tbelr Impitsslve sketch, "Driftwood," as only this scccmpllsbcd team can play a Mt of this kind, Miss Williams' work being of ber usual artistic order. Charley Case maligned bla fatber with humorous effect, Marlon and Dean offered their comedy and dancing sketch wltb fa- vorable outcome, Parker and Egbert Illus- trated songs pleasingly, tbe Seville Sisters, In a dancing specialty, won encores for good work; Ed. Mullen's dog, Dixie, performed some clever tricks; Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Deaves presented some funny things In their marionettes. Manning and Do Crow per- formed with tbelr accustomed grace and ef- fect on the horizontal bars, Wilbur Amos iuggled, with comedy trimmings: Frank lowman gave feats In magic, and Tanner and Gilbert entertained capably. Tbe kala- technoscope continues. Weber & Fields' Music HaU (Weber Fourteenth Street Theatre (J. Wes- ley Rosen quest, manager).—The Smtrt Bet a company of colored performers, began a two weeks' engagement at this house on Monday afternoon, Feb. 23, presenting "Southern Enchantment," a musical farce in three acts and seven scenes, book by 8. B. Cassln, music by Ernest Hogan, or- chestrations by Jas. F. Dougherty, and ad- ditional musical numbers and the ensembles by Gus Sohlke. On the above date tbe com- pany appeared In tbe piece for the first time in the city proper, although a week's engagement had been played earlier in the season at a Harlem theatre. On the even- ing of Feb. 23 tbe house wae well filled on the lower floor, and above stairs tbe condi- tion was one of "crowded to tbe limit," applause and laughter being frequent, and proving tbat tbe interest of tbe average theatregoer In tbe antics of negro perform- ers Is very keen, particularly If a pleasing setting is provided as a background for tbe colored comedians' efforts. In the present case the setting Is adequate, Mr. Cassln having been liberal wltb bis humorous situations and tunny lines, and Ernest Hogan's music proving of that light pleasing brand which usually grips the public fancy. Several musical num- bers, among which was "Roll on, Mr. Moon," were quite pretty. Tbe piece had plenty of action, ana the- finales of tbe sets & Fields, managers).—Tbe actor-managers of were all spirited enough to bring forth tbe this house are rounding out tbelr season with another laughing hit "The Big Little I'rlncess." a burlesque on Mrs. Burnett's fern, "The Little Princess," was produced or the first time last Thursday night, Feb. 26. The dialogue and lyrics are by Edgar Smith, and the music by W. T. Francis, tbe travesty being worked out in two scenes. The play which was burlesqued lent Itself readily to good natured satire, and the re- sult was eminently gratifying to the fol- lowers of the stars at this muBlc hall, for the comedians of the stock company, funny enough at all times, were simply Irresistible, garbed ss the kindergarten children. The music was catchy, and many of the lines were clever. Fay Templeton burlesqued Millie James, giving another of the delicate and remarkably accurate bits of mimicry which have characterized her work here. She bad Miss James' every Intonation and gesture Imitated cleverly, with just the right exag- geration to make tbe burlesque apparent and funny. Lew Fields played the cockney slavey, which Louise Galloway did so de- lightfully In Mrs. Burnett's play, and bis work, mirthful to a marked degree, had also the touch of character acting which be is fully capable of Imparting. Charles A. Blgelow, aa tbe shrewish scboolma'am, did better work than he has hitherto shown on this stage, and convulsed the audience by bis broadly farcical playing. Peter F. Dalley was tbe baby of the class—a huge nnd "precocious" child; William Col- lier was a funny combination of coy maiden and tough girl, while Louise Allen and John T. Kelly also did capital work. Taken all in all, the travesty was an excellent one. The cast: Sarah Crude, Kay Templeton; Rottic, Peter F. Dalley: Erminegsrter, William Collier, Specky, Lew M. Field; Miss Plncbln, Charles A. Blgelow; Mr. Borrow and Mr. Carisford, John T. Kelly: Mrs. Patmicbael, Louise Allen ; Miss Familiar, Emily Francis; Dam Dass, Mabel Barrlson; Spec Kop, Frankle Bailey; Ronaldo, Will Archie. The twenty-sixth week of "Twlrly Whlrly" began Marcb 2. Pastor's Theatre (Tony Pastor, mana- ger).—Just the same big audience one la filr n such volume as to make It necessary to raise tbe curtain several times. Tbe fancy of tbe audience seemed to be completely taken by the entertainment, en- cores being frequent and laughter continu- ally interrupting tbe performance. Ernest Hogan and Billy McClaln were the chief fun makers, the former, as G. W. Bullion, an American millionaire, being funny In a burlesque makeup, and his capers were re- warded by plenty of laugba, while Billy McClaln, as "a slick article," carried his share of the fun with great credit Ben Humes did good work, particularly In his staging of the "Gable" song, whicb he bad to repeat many times, and Jerry Mills, first as a tramp and later as a parson, kept tbe audience thoroughly Interested In his affairs. Madame Cordelia made a success as a leader of Honolulu society, but scored best of all In her singing of the number. "My Sweet Mchana," wltb a background of the fnll chorus. Marion Henry made a vi- vacious female newspaper correspondent snd Minnie Ringgold wss capable as "the lost gem," Mobana. Russell Brandow made a success as Willie Slope, and Henry Jackson Norrls also won approval. A drill In the second act by the chorus, was one of tbe best features In the performance, the numerous difficult evolutions being cap- itally executed. Tbe Dinwiddle Quartet made a bit The company Is one of the many organizations under Gus Hill's remarkably successful management and acting for Mr. Hill are Hollls E. Cooley, as general mana- fer: Charles L. Walters, as manager, and iffany Dugan. as business manager. The cast: G. Washington Bullion, Ernest Hogan ; Grafton Smooth, Billy McClaln; Planter Calne, Ben Hunn : Lieut Leon Mildew, Henry- Jackson Norrls; Willie Slope, Bussell Bran- dow ; Titus Barnes Ketcbum, Jerry Mills: Lieut Phillip Pulse, J. M. Thomas; Mrs. Waldorf, Madame Cordelia; Dollle Dupree, Marlon Henry; Lucy, Mlas Settle; Mohana. Minnie Ringgold; Mrs. Ferguson, Mrs. Ben Hunn - Mantbv, Fluffy, Marguerite Jordan ; Clnthy, Stella Wiley; Parson, Jerry Mills. Dinwiddle Quartette—8. C. Rex, first tenor; J. C. Meredith second tenor; II. B. Cover, first bass; J. M. Thomas, second bass. On fcV. ;. JU31 tUt HUE LMg QUULCUtC UUE ,B uiob U(MD , t, . 1U. .UUUJUO, K,VUU WW. V always sure to see here was found enjoying March 2 the second and last week began. a regular Pastor programme oa Monday, March 2. Every act on the bill is well known, snd their efforts as entertainers have caused them to be equally well liked by Mr. Pastor's patrons. A generous "band" Is sure to greet their entrance, and each act Is sure to "come back." Tbe bill Is beaded thla week by Edward M. Favor and Edith Sinclair, wbo presented their latest farcette, entitled "Caesar's Angel." The best word tbat can be said of the little farce Is tbat It fits this talented couple to perfection, and tbelr work is as excellent as ever. Janet Melville and Evle Stetson easily repeated their former success In many pleasant visits here, rendering, as before, their comedy dialect songs; Kelly and Vlolette, "tbe fashion plate singing duo," re- ceived well merited applause; the Burto- I.owande-Wtlson BUon Circus scored In their novel act; O'Rourke and Burnett, novelty dancing duo; Hume, Ross and Lewis ap- peared In a character comedy sketch: Ray- mond Ten), black fsce comedian; Rado and Bertram, in 'The New Girl;" Russell and Dunbar provoked laughter In "My Hannah Lady;" Holllster and Howard, illustrated songs; Mlaco and Idalene, In acrobatic com- edy ; Andy and Mnzle Gnron pleased in "Uncle Roger's Visit;" RadUy Furnan made one of the cutest little German girls, and the vltagraph closed tbe entertaining pro- gramme. Garden Theatre (Charles Frohman, Belasco Theatre (David Belasco, man ager).—Blanche Bates and "The Darling of the Gods" have started the Lenten season at this theatre wltb bouses packed to tbe doors. The fourteenth week opened March 2. Daniel Fbohuan's arrangements for the annual Actors' Home benefit at the Metro- politan Opera House, on Thursday after- noon, March 12, are nearly completed. There will be an orchestra of sixty from the lead- ing theatres, and players wbo will appear are: Wilton Lackaye, Margcaet Anglln and Frits Williams, Bonny Maglnn, Marguerite Clark, Grace Cameron, Marie Dodo, Nellie Follls and Stella Tracey, In a special num- ber: a "Florodora" double sextet, including Jerome Sykes, Thomas W. Seabrooke, Sam Bernard, James T. Powers, Frank Moulan and Eddie Foy. with Edna Wallace Hopper, Blanche Ring, Katie Barry and May Bobson : Viols Allen and Jameson Lee Finney, In a comedy scene, and Marie Cahlll and Edward Stevens, Lillian Russell, Fay Templeton, the "Sultan of Sulu" and the "Mr, Bluebeard" companies will give selections. Tbe Coxbied Metbopomtan Opeba Co., of New York City, was Incorporated at Al- bany on Feb. 28, wltb a capital of 1160,000. The directors are: James H. Hyde, William H. Mclntyre, O. H. Kohn. Henry Conrled, Henry Morgan, J. Henry Smltb, Eliot Greg- ory, Clarence H. Mackay, Henry Rogers, Wil- fred B. Bremmer, Eugene Barrington, Baln- brldge Colby, John Qulnn, Walter H. Mer- manager).—E. H. Sotbern in ."If I Were r | am and George J. Gould.' 51%. b J? b f en _ crow . a l n I. tn l- DOU8e / a8 Jft? Ada Rehan has arranged to sell at auction the share of scenery, costumes and prop- erties which she Inherited from the estate of Augustln Daly. Tbe costumes of "Much Ado About Nothing," "The School for Scan- dfll" nnd "Aa Vnu T.tVo T," im fn Ha mM merits of the production warrant This Is the sixth week. On Tuesday, Marcb 8, a "Hamlet" matinee is snnonnced. Savoy Theatre (Charles Frohman, man- ager).—"The Girl with the Green Eyes" Is now in Us eleventh week. Last Wednesday night, Feb. 26, the seventy-fifth performance was celebrated, and souvenirs were given tbe patrons on tbat evening. Wallack's (O. A. A Royal B. Moss, managers).—"Tbe Sultan of Sulu'' still reigns as a popular monarch. On March 2 tbe tenth week opened. Broadway Theatre (A. W. Dingwall, manager).—"Tbe Sliver Slipper" Is m Its nineteenth week. Academy of Musle (Gllmore s Tomp- kins, managers).—"Florodora" has received fine patronage up to the present its sixth week opening March 2. Unber's Museum (John H. Anderson, manager).—That most curious freak of na- together with the furniture, draperies end brie a brae UBed in "A Country Girl." "The Taming of the Shrew" and "The Merchant of Venice." None of the costumes for sale were worn by Miss Rehan, although tbere are complete seta for several plays. Clocks In ormulu and Cblna lamps of Chinese and French manufacture, tapestries, old fash- ioned glass and china, old pictures, cabinets and marble figures are among the output of the famous "property room" at Daly's The- atre. At thu Actors' Fdkd Home, Staten Island, on Washlngon's Birthday, the old players received their friends at a turkey feast, and after tbe repast bad been done Justice to the old players regaled their gelly, manager).—Creston Clarke Is at the ead of tbe cast this week, appearing In two of his favorite roles = -"Davld Garrlck" ha^e^ts a lr^^b.rw^ e ^^tbe »"» Mothers .and-.lsters with tales of man flah," Is also new here this week, and his principal claim to fame Is tbe fact tbat he can remain under water five minutes at one Immersion. Other Interesting exhibits new here this week are: The elastic skin man. Wyoming Jnck. rifle expert; Neeme, sword swallower, and Mlllman, the musical wonder. Tbe usual large business continues In the theatre. Miner's Bowery Theatre' (Edwin D. Miuer, manager).—Al. Reeves' Big Show Is playing its second Bowery date for this season, and opened to good business Monday, Marcb 2. The programme includes, besides "Mr. Doolcy" ana "A Merry Go Round," an excellent line of specialties, Louise Auber and Chorus, in living picture soEgs: Matus and Mazett, tbe American Quartet, Andy Lewis and company. In "Tbe Cocaine Fiend," and Al. Reeves making up the list The Yankee Comedy Four will Join tbe show next week, to replace the American Qutrtet Next week, the Cracker Jacks. Daly's Theatre (Daniel Frohman, man- ager).—Jerome Sykes began on Marcb 2 bis tenth week In "Tbe Billionaire." the palmy days of tbe past, some of which elicited hearty laughter, while at the recital of others the tears could be seen welling up from tbe eyes of the more tender hearted listeners. The day's Jollity ended with one of those pleasant entertainments for which this home is becoming famous. The pro- Sramme Included: Piano solo, by Mrs CT O. ecker: remarks, pertaining to the early years of Washington, by W. H; Danvers; banjo solo, by Dick Parker; song, by Fernando Fleury; recitation, "Drake's Address to the American Flag," H. A. Langdon; song and inarch, by elgbt children, taught by Mme. Agremontl; recitation, "Dollars and Dimes," Kate Singleton; violin solo, Master Callahan : song, Gilbert nnd Parker; plnno duet Misses Ellison and Agremontl; phonograph, Intro- duced by Mr. Connell; piano solo, Mr Con- toos; song, W. J. Gilbert; violin solo, W. A McGufre; banjo solo and song, Dick Parker: finale, "Auld Lang Syne,^ every- body. Nearly one hundred Indies and gentle- men present voted tbe entertainment one of the most enjoyable sffalra of their Uvea. Tcrbaci Garden will be tbe scene of mer- rymaking 8undny night, March 8. when the testimonial to Max Weber, Robert H. Stone Grand Opera Hon.e(John H. Springer. aTd Charles Fields win V°Si«„ t,, Bt ?8S irnire>r> Ward and Vokes In "Thii Ho»,i <-nories rjeias will De given by the ESS*" into htawik ThoHead many friends of the trio. Some of the .best at the matinees, and "A Fool's Revenge" at tbe evening performances. As Garrlck, Mr. Clarke drew tbe variations of the characters sharply, and the support including Laara Hope Crews, as Ada, and Carl Smith Searle, as Ingot Next week, "Vlrglnlus." Bljon Theatre <H. B. sire, manager). —Marie Cahlll la doing an excellent business In "Nancy Brown," which Is now In Its third week. Harry Lucketone succeeded Albert Parr on Monday, March 2. mac _ Walters," are here this week. Criterion Theatre (Charles Frohman, manager).—James T. Towers Is now in his third week in "The Jewel of Asia." Casino (8am S. sc Lee Shubert, mana- gers).—"A Chinese Honeymoon," now In Its fortieth week. Is still one of tbe best draw- ing attractions In town. Prlnceaa Theatre (Sam S. Shubert manager). — Amelia Bingham, In Frisky Mrs. Johnson," ' week. known people on the vaudeville stage have volunteered their services, and. In addition to members of the Weber A Fields Stock Company, the entertainment preceding the ball will be of the highest quality. Th« annual testimonial to Max Weber, Robert E. Stone snd Charles Fields will be held, ss usual, at Terrace Garden, evening -TVi of March 8. Weber A Fields' stock company r In h.r ft„Sv ' Wll L ** P"** 01 - sn U'« t * r P - ^^J wlllact t> as floor manager. There will be a vaudeville entertainment followed by a ball.