The New York Clipper (November 1904)

m THE NE¥ YOEK CLIPPER. November 5. SEW YORK CITY. Hevlew and Comment.—Iu spite of tlic nearness of election, business it tho local houses continues good, the attendance last week holding up to standard established by tho previous weeks of this season. The event of the week which attracted the most attention in thcatrcdom was the stellar debut of Mrs. O. U. Gilbert, who on Monday evening, Oct 24, appeared at the Nnw Lr- ctot Tllunc In the first production on any stage of "Granny," a four act play, by Clyde Pitch. Mrs. Gilbert has been Identi- fied with the New York stage for many years and, In this city, at jeast, there Is no one behind the footlights who Is better known or more popular than the.' A rerlcw of the per- formanco^wlll be' found elsewhere In these columns. .V;..On the.same dstc at Dili's Thl-atbi was given the first American pro- duction 6f "The Clngalec," a two act mu- sical play, book by James Tanner, lyrics; by Adrian Ross and Percy Greenback, and music by Lionel Monckton, with additional num- bers by Paul Rubens......Edna May, In "The'School Girl,' moved from the last named theatre and located at the IIoald Squaub Theatre im Another Monday night opening occurred at the Windsor Theatre, which was opened on that date by A. If. Woods, who Intends to conduct It as u combination house for Kugllsh speaking audiences. The opening bill was "The Ped- dler," with Joe Welch In, tho stellar role. ...'...At the InriNo Place Tiieatbe, Tues- day sight, 25, occurred tho first presentation hi'America of "Wlrrwarr" ("Topsy-Turvy"), n burlesque, In three acts, by Max Mocllcr. Further mention of the production will be found)elsewhere Id this Issue. "Kabale und Mcbe" ("Love and Intrigue") was revived by the company 28 At the American TifEATRB, Wednesday night, 20, tho French Comedy Co. revived "Dcnlsc." Friday sight, 28, "Lc Maltrc do Forges" was given, nnd on Saturday night, 29, tho bill was "I/Abbe Constantln," a three act comedy, by Hector Cremlcux and Pierre Decourccllc, adapted from Ludovlc Holevy's novel of tho same title. If was tho first presentation in New York In French of this last named work Tho con- tinued attractions for the'week ending Oct 2D Were: Mrs. Gilbert at the New Lrckutr, "The Clngalco" at Halt's, Edna May, In "The School Girl," at the Hkiiald Square, H. II. Sothcrn and Julia Marlowe at the Knickerbocker, Charles Hnwtrey at the I'bincess, "Hlggledy-Plggledy" nt the Weber Music Hall, Henry Miller at tho Gasrick, Mrs. Patrick Campbell at the New Amster- dam, Otis Skinner at the I.vine, Gazelles French Comedy Co. at the American, "The ShoGuu" at Wali.ack's, the Rogers Brothers nt the New Lisbiiti, Mine. Scbumann-Uelsk, In "Love's Lot lory," at tho IIboauwav ; David Warileld at BbIasoo's, Win. II. Crane at the CttlTEBlu.N, "The College Widow" at the Gar- den, William Vavcrsham at the Hudson, Mrs. Fluke and stock company at tho Manhattan, "Mrs. Wlgga of-the Cabbage Patch" at the Savov, "Checkers" at the Academy, "PUT I ruff!! Pout Ml" at tho Casino, John Drew at the Esu'iRs, the German Stock Co. at the In vino Place, "The Old Homestead" at the New York, "Texas" at tho Fourteenth Street, and "Tho Isle of Spice" at the Ma- jestic, the last three named closing on that dutc. At PnocTou's Firm Avenue and One Hundbud asd TwKNTV-rirru Street Tub- Ariius slock productions, with vaudeville be- tween tho acta, continued The one week stands closing 20 were: "Deserted at tho Altar" at the Third Avenue, Joe Welch, In "Tho rcildicr," at tho WtNDbuit : Tbps. K. Shea at tho Grand Oveiia HoimK, Lew Dock- tinder's ' Minstrels at the 11 aui.eu Opera House, "The Volunteer Organist" at the West End, "The Mlssourlnus" at the Me- Tiioi'OLts, nud "No Wedding Bells for Her" nt the Star Variety entertainment wus furnished ut Proctor's) Twentv-tiiiuu Street, Tont Pastor's, the Victoria, the Yorkville, Keith's Union Square, Proc- tor's Firtv-EiciiTii Street, tho Circle, the -London, Dewev, Miner's Eiohth ave- nue, MtNEiI'H RuWEUT, HUSTIO A BEAMON'S, tiic Gotuah and the Orfiikdm. At Hurer's Museum the usual long Hat of curios and vaudeville prevailed. Circle Theatre (Percy G. Williams, man- ager).—Capacity business continues to be the rule here, and the cream of vaudeville tiilent Is listed from week to week. Topping Iho bill this week Is tho clever and versatile Henry 13. Dlxcy, supported by Maria Nord- Ntrom, In a comedietta, entitled "Dnvld Gor- rk-k on the Art of Acting." Mr. Dlxer, as David Garrlck, gave a finished and delight- ful performance nud Miss Nordstrom ren- dered blui capital aid. The added attrac- tion for this week Is Wormwood's Monkey Circus, one of the best trained unliual acts In;this country. Other good acts arc; Bert Howard and Lcoua Bland, presenting their sketch. "A Straugo Boy;" the Moulin Sis- ters. In an excellent horizontal bur act; Mous. Germinal, the Freuch bui-lluno, with u tine voire and method: the Great ThercBC, comedy hyouotlc act; Mary Dupout, support- ed by William UutehlUKon, in "A Leap Year Leap;" i/cw Hawkins, who always has some- thing now iu bis black face niouologue: Clin" Gordon, ' in German dialect stories: V. P. Woodward, tambourine Juggler, and .the v'ta- graph. Miner'* Eighth Avenue Theatre (Edwin D. Miner, manager).—A crowded house welcomed Hyde's Blue Ribbon Girls 31. and enjoyed the usually good bill which was presented. The entertainment began with the one act farce. "Caught With the Goods," and was succeeded by an excellent olio, which Included Lew Palmer, Le Roy and Le Vanlon, William Kent, the widely advertised Blue Ribbon Zouaves. Ward and Bradburu, and Xevlns and Arnold. "A Day at the Races," which closed the performance, enabled the company t6 put the oudlcuco In a sl'll happier frame of mind. Principals, chorus, scenery and costumes were of the first order. The cast: John Canny, lew Pal- mer!'Mabel Oanby; Pearl Bradburu: Charley Trubbull. William H. Kent: Dalsey (Trubbull. Fiossle La Van; Clara Starr, Stella Olltuorc: Guy" Handy, Ira Ressner. Next week. Itoble's Knickerbocker Burlesque™. Weber Moslo Hall (Weber A ZlegMil. managers).—"HIggledy-riggledy" begun Mm necona week Oct. III. New Amsterdam Theatre i Klaw A Mr- langer, managers).—Mm. Patrick Ciinipliell. In "The Koieercs*," begnu Oct. 31 her fourth week and last (ortuigbt, Proctor's-Fifth A venae Theatre (J. § Austin L Fyae>, general manager).—This ywek's offering by the.house stock Is "Hearts Aflame." Edwin Arden's work on Harry Harmony greatly pleased two good sited udJtntes uct. .31, bis forceful acting being lost commendable Wallace I'rsklnc scored a-^dUtwet triumph as the husband, doing clever work, and credit Is also due Gerald Griffin, Isabclle Kvesson, Gertrude Berkeley, George Friend, Bessie Barrlscale and Lllfa vane. The cast: .Paul Chartcrls, Wallace Ersklno; Harry Harmony, Edwin Ardcn; Reggie Brown, It. Dudley Hawley; Courtney Brycc, George Friend : Jonathan Leigh, Ger- ald-Orl din; SlgBor Havclll, Ellis McClelau; WalkliiH, Chartcrls' inun, liarrv Miller; Sprlngloy, Mrs. Harmony's butler. Cbas. HowHon : Mrs. Harmony, Isabelle Eve.sson; Alison Dcyo, Lllla Vane; Mrs. Alexander Dunbar, Alice Chandler; Mrs. Ashton, Mabel Addison: Mrs. Lloyd, Katherlne Hyatt: Mrs. I<e1gh, Helen Saunders; Mary Van Sculler, Anno flutterflcld; La Caprice, Gertrude Berke- ley ; Gladys, Amy and Clam, her friends, Bessie Barrlscale, Margaret Klrker and Georgia May; Marie, Mrs. Harmony's maid, Mary Cecil. In the vaudeville were Dick Temple, who made a marked success In a bright monologue; Arthur Whltclaw, whose stage Irishman Is a work of art ; Orvillc and Frank, In an acrobatic act that Is capital In every way: the Bernlce Breazeale Co., Intro- ducing a prclty and pleasing novelty, en- titled "The Minstrel and the Maid;" Nate Leipzig, a card and coin manipulator of dis- tinct merit: Viola Duval, singing comedi- enne ; Kennedy and Kennedy, In singing and dancing; Mistletoe Four and the motion pictures. . • Knickerbocker Theatre.—(Al. Hay- man A Co., managers).—K. H. Sothcrn arid Julia Marlowe gavo New Yorkers the second play of their Shakespearean repertory on Oct. ;il, In "Much Ado About Nothing," which Is all too frequently overlooked In the re- vivals of the bard made on our stage from time to time. It was the first New York ap- pearance of Mr. Setbera as Benedick and Miss Marlowe as Beatrice, and expectation Naturally ran high in the same because of the fitness of each star for the requirements of the roles. Nor was hope of a flno per- formance fated to be dashed, for the in- terpretation was on a high plane throughout. Miss Marlowe winning chief honors for a subtle and entirely commendable ren- dering of the character, Beatrice In her .liands being a charming womanly woman, who masks her own heart with a. bantering spirit that reveals most ndmlrablc. qunlltles wheu It Is drawn aside. Her gaiety was Infectious, bcr smile was winning, her manner was delightful and the transitions from lightness la lm- petuousnoBS In the church scene were cleverly shown. Mr. Sothern'B work as Benedick was also worthy of great praise. The deft touches required in the comedy scenes were Imparted with a master hand, while every gesture, every .facial expression and every Intonation of voice bespoke an artist's In- sight Into tho character. His elocution was good and his reading, apart from a peculi- arity of emphasis, was excellent. Norman Hackett missed many opportunities as C'tauillo, and Mary Hall was only fair as Hero, ltowlond Buckstone was honored with a spe- cial curtain call for bis work as Dogberrv, which bo played with a low comedy drollery that was capital. Malcolm Bradley and W. 11. Crompton also played with distinct suc- cess. The cast: Don Pedro, G. Harrison Hunter: Don John, Sydney C. Mather; L'laudlo. Norman Hackvtt; Benedick, B. II. Sothcrn; Leonato, Wm. Harris; Antonio, W. II. Crompton: Balthasar, Pedro De Cor- doba; Conradc, Robert S. GUI; Borachlo, Frank Klngdon; Friar Francis. T. I* Cole- man: Dogberry, Rowland Buckstono; Sea- cole, Gilbert Douglas; Oatcake, Morgan Wal- lace; Verges. Malcolm Bradley: a Sexton, Edson 11. Miles: a Boy, Dorothy Soulier: Hero, Mnry Hall; Beatrice, Julia Marlowe; Margaret, Doris Mitchell; Ursula, Mrs. VI oodwa rd. Third Avenne Theatre (Martin J. Dixon, manager >. — Gaspard Brothers* production, "A Struggle for Gold." opened to good busi- ness Monday. 31. Tho cast Included: Dick Aldi-tdge. Carl W. Sanderson; Lucius Aid- i Idgc, Edward Barton; Bruce Barrlngton, W. J. Holdcu: Barney O'Uoollhon, Nell Caliighan: Jack Lawrence, Eddie Elliot; Tom Sawkins, Charley Harvey: Jim Lawton, Edward Barton; William Allan, William Jon"s; Margaret NcLano, Shirley Nelson; Ethel Aldrldge, Billic Bowman: Bridget O Hough, May 13. Goodwin. The play of Westers life was well presented., Specialties were Introduced by Nell Catagnan. May 13. Goodwin, the Gaspard Brothers, tho Great Sanderson and Tom Batcmao.. Fred 0. Yin- eept Is business manager. Next week, "The Woywurd Son." London Theatre (James H. Curtis, man- ager).—Rice & Barton's Gelely Co. Is this week's bill. It Includes: "A Night at Man- hattan Beach," Bert Raker. Seymour and La Rue, Gllroy, Haines and Montgomery and Goldsmith and Hoppe. Next week, the Moon- light Maids. .Miner'* Bowery Theatre (Tom W. Miner, manager).—The Bowery Burlesqiiers present the following programme: "Two Hot Knights," BeS Janien, Belle Veolo, Taylor Trio ('"'rank Taylor, Blanche Davenport and Tom Carter), Carmcllta D'Arcos, Billy W. Watson and Chan. Barrett, Davenport Broth- ers and "The Gay Modistes." Next week, Vanity Fair. . . Dewey Theatre (Sullivan & Kraus, managers).—The Trocadero Burlcsnucrs fur- nished tho bin this week, and a lino one It was. The performance on Monday, Oct. Ill, was excellent and gave great satis- faction to crowded houses. The show began with a clever musical comedy, entitled "Tho Mlslit Family,*' by Harry Montague, It Is laughable from beginning to end. Frank Gra- Lam nnil Wilbur Dobbs have the comedy roles nnd they do full justice to them. Ths women tire pretty and wear handsome cos- tumes, iiiid the singing nud dancing arc fea- tures of the show. The olio Includes: Wiu. Hnrlell, la a musical act; the Grahams, in a novelty sketch; Wink and Mack, la acro- batic stunts; the World's Comedy Four tCoiilou. Ward, Dobbs and Leigh), In an excellent turn, all of whom scored heavily. The entertainment concluded with a dm- Matte travesty on "Tho Virginian," entitled "The Genuine," which Included many novel- tlej and unlisted the full strength of the company. The executive staff: Cbas. H. Wnldrou. proprietor: K. Dick Rldcf, acting manager: Jus. Hcarnc, business representa- tive: Max Shlller, musical director; Frank Graham, stage mannger: It. Henley, stage < ari>enter: • Jas. Whlttemore, electrician. Next week, the Jolly Crass Widows. Victoria Theatre (Oscar Hamtncrstcln, manager).—The bill for week of Oct. 31 In- cludes : Robt. Hllllard au 1 Co., Maud Ray- mond, Four Musical Avolos. i:d. Reynard, Sherman and De Forrest, Delmorc and Lee, James H. Cullen, Mllanl Trio, Clara Bal- larlnl, Malor Sister and the vltagraph. Atlantic Garden (W. Kramers Sons, managers).—Cbas. B. Lawior and daughter, presenting a hovel singing sketch; the Two Rice Brothers, In a comedy bar act; Gates and Nelson, comedians on revolving globes; Mr. and Mrs. King, colored comedy duo, and the moving pictures arc the attractions for this week. .... Daly* Theatre (Daniel FroStnan, mana- gei■).—' The Clngalee" began its second weak Oct. ffL Lyric Theatre (Sam P. A Lee Shubert, managers).—Oils Skinner began his fourth and Inst vn-^k, In "The Harvcaler," Oct. 31, Mii>». Relahe lollowo Nov. T> Herald Sgnsre Theatre (Charles Froh mail, manager).— Ifclnu May, In "The School Girl," begun her second week at this house Oct. 81, to ciccllcut business. Proctor's Plsiyelshth street The- atre (J. Austin Fynes, genera) manager).-* Another Week of-.atralgbt vaudeville proved the wisdom of the Uafliigenient In making a change from combinations, by attracting a house crow.led In every part on the opening •if the current Week, Monday, Oct. 31. John C. Rice and Sally Cohen head the bill In their laughing little skit. 'The Kleptomani- acs," their clever work-being productive of much applause. Zeysard's Royal reposition Midgets were billed as making their first sp- pearaace In New York and were next In favor, their miniature circus act being the best liked part of their turn. Bedlal and Arthur were gSod In tltelr comedy' juggling art. The Exposition Fcur manipulated mu- sical Instruments In a blghlv creditable man- ner, th?lr singing and dancing also taking well. Alf. Grant's rapid firing of jokes kept tho house in a continuous roar from '.he beginning to the close of his turn. Victor" Moore and Enima Llttlelleld, In their one act skit, "Change Your Act; or. Back to tho Woods," were well liked, their efforts receiv- ing quick recognition, henrty applause fre- quently being their reward. Jewell's Man;- ulnai and Klectrica! Theatre was a great ex- hibition In Its line and apparently pleased. Charles and.Florence Oregson, In their sing- log and danciDg, were decidedly clever, the house appreciating their effort. The motion nictates were continued as a feature. Sun- day's concert.,30. drew the usual fulLpat- ronage. Next, week vaudeville continues, headed by Edward Harrlgan. Irving Place Theatre (Heinrich Con- rled, manager).—"Wlrrwarr" ("Topsy Tur- vy"), a matrimonial burlesque, in three acts, by Max Mocller, was presented Tuesdsy evening, Oct. -5, for the flrst time In America. It proved '-to be a hilarious success and tho splendid acting of Gustav Von Sey tier tit*, as Dr. Rudolf Wend ling, and Hedwlg Von Ostermann, as Carlota, In par- ticular, was liberally applauded. The play deals with the doctor nnd his wife, whose.In- come consists of a limited amount allowed the doctor by bis undo on condition that be devote his time to study and that he remain single. Rudolf, during a visit to Spain, met his fate In Carlota, whom bo married and brought to Berlin without bis uncle's knowl- edge His wife wishes to add to their In- come and, unknown to Ruuolf, has made ar- rangement to pose for an artist. Rudolf has taken lessons in elocutloa and is about to make bis debnt without his wife knowing It. The costumes are sent to each to be tried on, and while Rudolf Is dressed up In gorgeous female attire, he ts visited by the representa- tive of a hospital, who wants to notify him of his appointment.as surgeon to that institu- tion. Rudolf promptly impersonates a luna- tic to conceal bis Identity. The artist and theatrical manager appear and the situation becomes very much mixed. When Rudolf's uncle arrives and wishes to stop for the night, the doctor pretends to hypnotize Car- lota Into tho belief that she Is bis wife, much to the amusement of the uncle. He thus ac- counts for the strange actions of the lady. Rudolf further pretends to have an. engage- ment with some fellow bachelors, leaves nls house and the uncle Is told to entertain the lady doctor. In the final act confessions are in order all around. The uncle forgives his nephew for marrying and lias been captivated by Carlota to such an exteat that be even approves of it Max Hanseter, as Max Ihle, and Miss Von Ostermann as Carlota, were capital. ' Richard Schlagbamer as the eccen- tric painter. Wolf Spring, and Agnes Buen- gcr as Henrlettc, a servant girl, added to the good result The full cast: Rudolf Wendllng, Gustav v. Seyffertltz; Carlota. Hedwlg v. Os- termann; Max Ihle, Max Hanseler; Willy Btcttcn, Fritz Elelnkc; Wolf Spring, Rich- ard Schlagbamer: Von Tottlnghausen, Otto Meyer; Welker, Hermann Uerold; Henrlette, Agnes Bunger; Karl Siimnelmann, Willy Frey; Fred Norwln, Ida Frey: Frau.Kusxe, Lisa Hanseler; Eln Beamter dcr Zeltschrlft, Eugcn Hobcnwart; Eln Brief bote, Jacques Lurlan; Bin Schutzmaun, Stefan Martinetz; Eln Boamter dcr Krankeukasse. Louts Koch. "Kabale und Llebe" (Love and Intrigue) was presented Oct. 28. .Fourteenth Street Theatre (J. Wes- ley Rosenqiiest, manager).—On Monday, Oct. SI, a capacity house witnessed Billy B Van make his local debut as a star. In "The Errand Boy," a musical conedy, In two acta, by George Totten Smith. The piece received Its Initial prodtntlon Sent. 'J9, 1904. at Peeksklll, N. Y. The trifling story deals with a stranded theatrical company and the efforts of its members to get out of town. Many of the situations were very laughable, Komc of the lines bright and as'a rule-the music was decidedly Catchy, notably "Say, Sal," "Spain, Beautiful Spain" and "The Battlo of the Daisies and -the Ferns." Billy Van, as Patsy Bolivar, was In tbe lead easily as a fun maker, and by bis own peculiar methods scored a. decided success. He-is Ir- repressible, mischievous and broadly farcical at all times, and Invariably secured a laugh on his lines. His entrance was orig- inal to say the least. Rose Beaumont was de- lightful at all times as Glonana Bird, deserv- edly being featured In the cast. Her charm- ing personality pervaded the entire perform- ance, and her tippling scene was worthy of a fir better class.of play. Her success in tbe song, "Spain, Beautiful Spain," was great. Clem Bevlus gave a really genuine rube per- formance as Plnkerton Pinch, tbe much abused constable; Frank C. Evans was laugh- able and good as Silas Hemlock; Florence Brooks succeeded well with the overdrawn character.of Jcrugsa Pickens; -Edith Hart, as Sally, was dainty, vivacious and enjoy- able : Abbott Dnvlsou, as MacCullough Muggs, the tragedian, was properly and amu-lngly melodramatic: Blanche Latell, as Becky Skinner, a Bis Hopkins character, was very good; CIiob. Saxon, as Bam Sellers, Rang well, und tho rest of the large companv were fully competent. Sullivan, Harris & Woods have made a judicious expenditure and present a beautiful series of costume Slcturc.s. '1'hc staging and cborus work re- acts credit on Sam Marlon. The piece Is unquestionably a rehash of the au- thor's previous piece in which Billy Van has starred upon tbe road, entitled "Bolivar's Busy Day," and improves In the reconstruc- tion. A big week's business will undoubtedly result. The cast: Plnkerton ■ PI neb. Clem Bevlus: Silas Hemlock, Frank C. Evans; Jcruiba Pickens, Florence Brooks; Sally Hemlock, Edith Hart: MacCullough Muggs, Abbott Davison; Glorlana Bird. Hose Beau- mont: Kerry Baggage, Joe Mack; Pats* Bolivar, Billy 8. van: Sam Sellers, Charles Saxon; May B. Wright, Florlnnc Sweetman It. T. D. Hoggs. William Hart; Noah Kid- hart, W. B.Tettl: nenrv Stlckney, Mark Toinscn : Orlando Boy ce. William Lawrence; Dura Chase, William Arcall: Tracy Colby, E. R. Scrimshaw; Wilbur Young, Dave Coo- can ; Austin Russell, Chas. Clovet: Bert Martin, W. E. Whitehall; Becky Skinner, Blanch Latell. Next week, Andrew alack, In "The Way to Kenmnre." Grand Operas House (John H. .Springer, manager).—"Tbe Virginian." with Dustla l'arnum and most of the principals who as- sisted In Its original success, began a week's engagement 81 to a crowded ana well pleased house, and its success Is assured. Tbe cast: The Virginian. Dustln Fsrnum: Trampas. Frank dampens; Steve, Guy Bates Fust; Frederick Ogdun, Arthur Hoop: Mrs. Ogdea, Msrqulti Dwight: the Bishop, C R. Gilbert: Mollle Wood, Helen Holmes: Mrs. Henry, Marie Pettes; Mrs, Hewti, Marie Taylor: Mts, Westfall, Ethel Powets; Mrs. Canswiv, Margaret Grey: Mrs. Dow, Maud Olfforf; Mrs. Taylor, Virginia Reeves. Next week, "From Hags to Rlche*." Wall ark's Theatre (Mrs. Then. Mo«. manager).—"The Sho Gun" began itn fourth week Oct. SI. Casino Theatre (Sam S. A Lee Rhuliert, managers).— "l'irt'l Paffi! Pout: I!" began III tWrty-flrat week Oct 31. - - I'roctor'a Tntatr-third Street The- atre (J. Austin Fynes, general manager);— Heading this week's bill are the Imperial Japanese Guards, whose wall scaling and drill aroused the matinee audience ou Oct 31 to enthusiasm. It proved a most Inter- esting net and .held close attention. S. Mil- ler Kent presented a sketch by Byron Oog- ley, entitled "Just Dorothy," which proved a brightly written offering, and entertaining to a marked degree. Mr. Kent and Mr. OSg- ley played It cleverly, the . story being an episode In tbe life of Jack Martin, who ar- rive* In the East from the Western ptaI rles to marry a girl. He sees her picture in a paper accompanied by an article which, states that she is about to marry a title, and the news well nigh crushes him. But It de- velops Inter on that the picture Is that of her Ulster, and that her heart remains true to Jack. Tbe Barrows-Lancaster Co. presented 'When Georglna Was Eighteen," and got tbe tribute of plenty of laughs. James Roberts, June Methls and Richard Castllla aided In bringing the sketch to decided success. Fred- erick Bros, and Jessie Burns scored heavily, and Arthur Whltclaw also won a triumph. Angelina Norton and Paul Nicholson's clever r.ct which Is dainty and simply crowded with good things, won out easily, and Hayes and Healy proved a fine card, as usual. Dan Oracey and Ada Burnett captured their ac- customed success, and Gallasdo, In clay modeling, did very well. Others were: Johnny-Hoey, In talking and singing; tbe Uoldswdrths, singers, dancers and banjolsta: Castellat and Hall, In "A Friend from Wall Street;" Collins and Hawley, In dancing, and tbe motion pictures. New York Theatre (Klaw A Erlanger, managers).—At this house,on Monday even- ing, Oct 31, Henry W. Savage gave the flrst New York City presentation of Wagner's "Parsifal" In English before an audience that filled the big playhouse. Mr. Savage has done more to elevate the standard of grand opera In English than any other man- ager In this country and perhaps In the world. His . productions four or five years ago at the American Theatre, where bla company held sway for several seasons, are well remembered, and tbe encouragement he then received bad much to do with his striv- ing for the advancement'of bis theory that grand opera in tbe vernacular could be brought to a standard not generally credited, once public prejudice could be overcome. Step by step he made tho advance, each season seeing his company In heavier operas, until, with the production of "Parsifal," he has reached the climax. The work was pre- sented Oct IT at the Tremost Theatre, Boston, Mass., and the verdict of the pub- lic of that city -was fully endorsed Monday night. The selection of musical directors who could conduct tbe orchestra, and of sing- ers who could slag tbe principal roles, was no easy issk, but Mr. Savage accomplished It, and the proof of his keen judgment Is found In the excellence of the performance. On the opening night lime. Klrkby Lunn fang the role or Kundry to tbe delight of her hearers. During her connection with the forces at the Metropolitan Opera House she never bad a better opportunity to display ner vocal talents and her rich, full voice found good scope In the role. Her concep- tion of tbe part was excellent and her per- formance was entirely satisfactory. Alois Pen- narlnl made his first New York appearance assuming tlie title role, and by his acting..and singing proved to be a valuable,acquisition. In the first two acts be made Parsifal boyish and unsophisticated. ..and tbe last act manly and masterful. His acting was stall times In- telligent, and his singing was of high calibre. He possesses a robust but flexible tenor voice of great volume and resonance and with the exception of an inclination at times to "mouth" his words his enunciation Is good. This Is probably due to his singing in an- other than bis native tongue and bis over desire to sing distinctly. His method Is excellent and his phrasing almost without flaw. Putnam Grfswold sang the role of Gurnemanz In perfect style, bis rich, full and resonant bass voice filling the audi- torium. The same can be said of Johannes Blshoff, In the part of Amfortas. Both of these singers possess remarkably fine voices, which they know full well bow to use, and are also excellent actors. Homer Llnd, in the role of Kllngsor, was satisfactory even though he failed to make the character as malevolent as the lines would Indicate. Rob- ert Kent Parker also displayed a good voice In the role of Tlturel. The chorus was cap- ital In voices and training. The Flower Maidens chorus In the second set was as tine a piece of chorus work as has been beard in this city In many, a day, and that of the hnlgbls of the Grail was excellent. .The leading of Walter.H. Rothwell deserves a special word of praise. Mr. Rothwell was hitherto unknown to America, but he proved himself to be a conductor of unusual ability In spite .of his evident youlhfulncsS. Ho was entirely familiar with tbe score and read It with great Intelligence and sympathy. II j possesses magnetism, warmth and enthusi- asm and seemed to Infuse the members of his orchestra with these, his personal at- tributes, with the result that the orchestra's work was In thorough accord with his read- ing. He brought out the lighter touches and the strong climaxes with equal skill and ac- complished the admirable feat of keeping the volume of music at a point where It was possible to hear the singers upon the stage. The production was most elaborate, tbe scenery handsome and the stage appoint- ments thoroughly adequate 1o their surround- ings, The transformation scenes were tri- umphs of the scenic painter's art and the de- molition scene was most praiseworthy. All In all Mr. Savage has good cause to foci proud of his accomplishment Tu presenting "Parsifal" in English In a style which Suffers nothing by comparison to the production given In Its original tongue. The cast .In full was: Kundry, Mme. Klrkby Lunn; Parsifal, Alois 1'ennarlul; Amfortas, Johannes Blscboff; Gurnemanz, Putnam Oriswold; Kllngsor, Homer Llnd; Tlturel, Robert Kent Parker; First. Jennie Heller: Second, Elsa Van Dor Voort: Third. Alfred Kappeller; Fourth, Wil- liam Kelly; First, Frsnklyn Wallace: Second. Albert Pellnton : u Voire, Florence Wlckbam : First Flower Maiden. Pearl Guzman; Second Flower Maiden, Harriet Cooper; Third Flower Maiden, Celeste Wynne; Fourth Flower Maiden, Marguerite Llddell; Fifth Flower Maiden, Florence Wlckbam: Sixth Flower Maiden, Charlotte George; tbe Grail Bearer. Eva Wallace. The leading roles will be sung by alternates at alternate perform- ances. Windsor Theatre (A. II. Woods, man- ager) "More to Be Pitied Than Scorned," a drama of the Church and the Stage, by. Cbas. E. Blancy, was presented Oct. 81, to a good sized house. The company Included: J. Frank Burk. King Bngeott, John J. McCowen, Chas. Sutton, WaltCr Wilson, Geo. Ovcy, Will Armstrong, Jnmea Brooks, Lydla Powell, Bcr- tin! Roblson, Louise Horner, June Decbsmp, Pabv Evelyn. Mrs. John Duel. Hazel Arnold, Nell.e Unyden, Ally Warner. K.ttberlne Arm- fitroug. May Wyndham, Cueenle Wyndbam and Daisy Merserau. Next week, "Fast Llfo In New York." Bather's Museum (John H. Anderson, manager).—Freaks of various kinds are to be seen In tbe curio halls this Week at this popular family resort. The list tscludce: Wtdsmo ScheeVs wonderful troupe or trained lions, which give an excellent performance: Cspt. Auger, a slant: P. J. German, one matt band; Prof. Sam Johnson, champion water drinker: Prafik, the broom king, and*May- belle Albright, the jaekknlfe queen. The iiKiial long and excellent vaudeville bill Is to he wen In this theatre. Princess Tkentre (Sam S. Shubert, manager).—Charles Hnwtrey, In "A Message fmtn .Mars." began bis third week nnd last fortnight, Oct, 31. . American Theatre (Klaw, Erjanger A Wei.-, managers).—The French Comedy Co. ■ippesred In VDealse," a four act drama, by Alexander Dumas tils, Wednesday evening. •JO. The career of the unfortunate governess bis been made familiar to us by several Kn- Sllsh speaking actresses and Mae Amend eserVes credit for a thoroughly conscientious, earnest and sympathetic interpretation, lack- ing only ability to portray the greater depths of womanly sorrow, remorse and repentance. Her reading was quiet and effective, and with the exception of the hysterical third act scene, was delightfully clear. M Cbarny, as Andre, far excelled bis good work In "Ruy Bias," always maintaining the digni- ty of bearing nnd control of situations which fell to tbe lot of the count His work is.at all times Intelligent and It Is doubtful U a better Andre has been seen. M. Bream, as Brlssot, was excellent in make up, work and general appearance, and easily carried bis emotional scenes to success. M. Cosset, as Fernaud, never displeased. M. Perrin was Iu happy surroundings at tbe optim- istic Thonvenln, and materially light- ened an otherwise heavy play. M Roze was easy as Pontferrand. Mme. d Hamy, as Mme. de Tbauiette, accomplished her disagreeable task well. Mme. Scsuller gave one of tbe most delightful performances of the evening cs Mme. Brlssot, notably In tbe third act. when, as Andre proposes for-her daughter's hand, she realizes that the moment bas come wheu tbe bitter truth about-Denlsc must be disclosed. Having but few words to say, her agony was wonderfully shown by facia! re- pression rather than expression, her eyes alone telling of the weight of sorrow which she bore. This, In contradistinction to ber remarkably humorous work in tbe preceding play, classes ber among the foremost mem- bers of the company. Mme. Daspermont gave an Interesting portrayal of Mme. Pontfer- rand ; Mme. Costard fulfilled the demands of Marthe, though perhaps lacking tbe requisite fervor ut times; Mme. Danza, as Clarlsse, was equal to the.part, and M. Chalals, as a servant, fulfilled all requirements. The cast: Andre, M. Cbarny; Brlssot, M. Breaut; Fer- naud de Tbauzette, M. Cosset; Tbouvenln, M. Perrin: Pontferrand, M. Roze; Un Do- mestlqut, M. Chalals; Dcnlse, Mme Coratle Arnaud; Mme. de Thnuzctte, Mme. d'Hamy; Mme. Brlssot Mile. Schuller: Mme. Pont- ferrand, Mme. Daspromont; Marthe. Mm*. Costard; Clarlsse, Mme. Danza. On Friday, 2b, "Le Maltrc de Forges," a drama, by Georges Ohnet, was presented by this com- pany to a capacity house. Various French and English speaking companies have made this piece familiar, but it Is doubtful if a more delightful or even performance of It.has ever been seen here before. The en- tire production appeared to be on a higher plane than the previous plays and demon- strated the fact that In serious as well as high class comedy work the company Is nt home. M. Bryant, as Phllllee, easily carried off first honors, and materially strengthened bis position iu onr minds as an actor- of merit Mme. MUllares, as Claire, far excelled her previous work and was fully entitled to second honors. Her emotional work was its good as any displayed hereto- fore by this company. M. Perrin, as Moul- •net, again pleased by his excellent and re- fined comedy; he has ceased to surprise 1? tood work and always fulfills tbe greatest anticipation?. Mme. Valller thoroughly grasped the character of Athenals, giving us it true and virulent Interpretation of the usurper. Mme. D'Hamy, as Mme. de Beau- lieu, sustained her former reputation easily; Mme. .Murger pleased as Mme. dc Prlfoaus, and Mile. Costard was delightful as Suzanne. M. Cosset, ss Octave, Improved on his former work considerably; M. Maury gave a delight- ful b 11 of comedy work »a Baron de Pri- fonda. and MM. Ravmond and Beranger were equally.good as Bachelln and the Duke, re- spectively. Tho rest of the cast sustained their parts admirably. The cast: Moullnet. M. Perrin, Pbllllpe Derblay, M. Breast; Bachelln, M Raymond; Duke de Bllgny, M. Beranger; Baron de Prlfcbda. M. Maury; Octave, M. Cosset; Le GcnJral, M. Mazer; Gobcrt, M. Petltbon; Dr. Servan, M. Jou- bert; Le Prlfet M. Vallea; De Pontae, M. Desplas; Jean. M. Chalals: Claire de Beau- lieu, Mme MUllares; Athenals. Mme. Val- uer : Mme. de Beaulleu, Mme. D'Hamy; Mme. de Frlfonds, Mme, Murgerj Suzanne, Mme. Costard; Brlgltte, Mme. Perrin. "I/Abbs Constantln," a three act comedy, by Hector Cremleux asd Pierre Decourcelle, was pre- sented Saturday evening, 20, to a large and thoroughly appreciative audience. The play is. a dramatization of Iho beautiful story of French provincial lite of the same name, by Ludovlc .Halcvy.: .In the title role M. Per- rin more firmly cemented his powerful hold upon us,, giving one of the most lovable char- acterization ever seen. The dear old Abbe fairly spreads bis love asd blessing in a seemingly holy glow upon bis hearers on both sides of tbe footlights. M. Cosset gave us bis most delightful performance ns Jean and earned much applause. Doing away with the Inclination to melodramatic work which has occasionally marred his efforts lie was genuinely pleasing. M. Maury again cap- tured many laughs by bis consunmate knowl- edge of comedy: he suggests far more than he gives, and therein ires his victory. M. Petltbon was simple and genuine as the de- voted Bernard. Mile. MUllares, as Mrs. Scott, the dashing American, was at all times vivacious, pleasing and successful, and Mme. Costard, as Bettlna Perclval, did ex- cellent ingenue work. These two ladles, in their French conception of American women, were far more true to life than tbe aver- age foreigner, English or otherwise, lack- ing exaggeration and Inclination to bur- lesque, time. Schuller, as Fauliuc, was again a delight In ber work, and Mme. D Hamy succeeded well as the countess. Tho cast: L'Abbo Constantln, M. Perrin; Jean Raynaud, M. Cosset; Paul dc Lavurdens, M. Maury; De Larnac, M. Dorbau; Bernard, M. Petltbon; Mme. Scott, Mme. MUllares; La Comtesse de Levardens, Mme. D'Hamy: Bettlna Perclval, Mme. Costard; Pauline. Mme. Schuller. For the fourth and last week of the engagement "L'Abbe ConstuD- tin' will ho repeated evening of 31 and matinee Nor. 2; "Le Maltrc dc Forges" Tuesday evening, "Bebo" will be presented Wednesday ana Thursday eveslugs. "Lc Gendre de M. Polricr" Friday, aud "Marie Jeanne" Saturday matinee and sight. David UlgglnB, In "His Last Dollar," follows 7. Keith's Theatre (E. F. Albcc, general manager).—An exceptionally strong bill for tills week served to crowd tbe theatre In every part on Monday, Oct 31. Rosa Stahl and her little company In James Forbes' bright comedy, entitled ''The Chorus Lady," a true hit of stage life characterization, heads tho bill, Tbe piece was delightfully enacted and appropriately staged as well. Pcwllt. tbe mysterious faco (first time here), was a feature also, and others who contributed moxt capably to the strength of the show were: Eddie Glrsrd and Jessie Gardner. In their farcical skit, "Dooley and the Diamond:" Charley Cose, who talked about his father: Marcel s Living Art Studies and Bos Jtc- <ie/s, in tho best posing act Europe has sent to us; Powell's Electric Marionettes, flrst American appearance; Prosper Troupe, clever and novel acrobats; Al. H. Burton, mono- loglct; GUIett 8lBters, In tusgs and dances : Ada Arnoldson, Swedish vocalist: Earl and Wilson, In am entertaining musical come- dietta: Scott and Johnson, colored singers and dancers; Herbert Brooks, assisted by Carrie Hill, In sleight of band tricks and tbe mysterious trunk illusion, and the Ameri- can blogranh with Its usial weekly list of new views In lite motion. _ Maml«tt»ti Theatre (Harrison Gray Flake, manager).—"Becky Sharp" approach- es tbe end of its run, nnd began its seventh week Oct SI. Mrs. Flake will follow this play witu a brief engagement it "Heddu