The New York Clipper (December 1904)

986 THE HEW YOI?K, CLIPPEB. December io. JE W YQBK C ITY. Review una Comment.—Good weather prevailed during the post week and busloess ruled from fair to big. The deaths, last week, of two actresses, for many yearn prom- inent on the American Mage, were mourned not only by member* of the profession, but by the general public. On Nor. '28 Mine. Jaoauschek passed away at the Brunswick Home, Am ltyvllle, I,. I, Her death was not unexpected, as Rhn had been an Invalid for several year*, having Buffered a stroke of paralysis In KiOO. The death of Mn. 0. II. Gil- bert, 1 on Dee. 2, at her hotel In Chicago, how- ever, come na a shock. It wns known (hat she wob somewhat feeble, hut her feebleness was due to her advanced age, and an her general health was good, it was generally believed that she would not only live to piny her sea- son as a star to a close, but be able to enjoy the well earned re»t her retirement nt the end oi the present season would bring her. She had been upon the stage for over sixty years, fifty-eight of which had been In this country, and few on the American stage have been so universally admired and respected. By her fellow profcsslonaln, who were fortunate enough to know her, she was loved for her geniality, kindliness and charity, and by the public she was'admired for these same traits of character, which made her possess one of the most lovable personalities on the stage. On and oir the stage she will be truly missed, and memory of the dear old lady will be cherished by many In this broad load At tbe Knickerbocker TiiEATjiE, Monday night, Nov. 28, Nat C. Goodwin and com- pany gave the first New York City presenta- tion of "The Usurper," a four net comedy drama, by I. N. Morris At Daly's Tiibatub, on the some date, Nance O'Neil and company gave New Yorkers the first view of "fires of St. John," an adaptation by Charles M. Swlckard, of Herman Suder- tnun's four act play, entitled "Johannes- four." At the I.yric Theatre, also on Monday night. Sine. Rejane revived "Snpbo." Wednesday night, 80, "La I'etlte Marquise," Meilhac and Halevy's three act comedy, waa given. On Thursday, Dec. 1, tbe bill was changed to n revival of "Ma Couslne," and .Saturday matinee and night "Camllle" was the bill Another Monday opening oc- curred nt the Third Avhniib Thbatrb, where "The Heeret of tho Subway," a five, act melodrama, by Jean Calwell was given Its first metropolitan hearing, and "The Va- cant Chair," a four act comedy drama, by Theodore Kremer, was given Its first produc- tion In New York City, on tho name date, at tho MrrrnaroMS The continued at- tractions for the week, ending Dec. .1, were: Nat C. floodwln nt the Knickerbocker, "Baroness Fiddlesticks" at the Casino, Louis Mann at the Criterion Frltzl Schelf at the Broadway, Nance O'Neil at Daly's, "Wood- land" at tbe New York, Charles Wyndbam ot the New Lyceum, "Humpty Dumpty" at the Nnw Amsterdam, Ethel Barrymore at tbe Hudson, Edna May, in "The School airl," nt tbe Herald square ; ''Higgledy-piggledy" nt the Wbdbr Music Hall, May Irwin at the Bijou, "The Sho-Qiin" at Wallace's, David War field at Belahco'r, "Tbe College Widow" at the Garden, Mrs. Flake and stock company nt,the Manhattan, "Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch" at the Savoy. John Drew nt the BMriRn, Andrew Mack at tbe Four- teenth Street, tbe German Stock Co. at the Irving Placb, "The Wlxard of Oa" at the Academy,' Amelia Bingham at tho Princess, Mme. Oabrlelle Rejnne nt the Lyric, "A China Doll" at tbe Majestic, Henry Miller at tbe Qarrick, and David Hlgglha at the American,' the five Inst named closing on that date. At Proctor's Fifth Avenue and One Hundred and Twenty-fiftu Street Theatres stock productions, with vaudevlllo between nets;, continued The one week stands closing .1 wore: "The Secret of the Subway" at the Third Avenue, "The Fatal Wedding at tbe Windsor, De Wolf Hopper, in "Wang," at the Grand Oit.ua House ; Wm, II. Crime at the Harlem Ofera House, Billy B. Van, In "The Errand Hoy," at the West End ; "Tho Vacant Chair" at tbe Metropolis, and "Tbe Child Wife" at the Star Variety entertainment was furnished at tbe Circle, PnocTon's Twenty- third Street, Tony Pastor's, tho Victoria, the Yorkvillr, Proctor's Fifty-eighth (Street, Keith's Union Square, the Dewey, Miner's Eighth Avenue, Miner's Bowery, tho London, Huiitio ft Seamon's, the Gotham and the Olympic, tho inst named house closing on that date to reopen 12 under new management At Huiieii's) Mu- hbum the usual long list of curios and vaude- ville was offered Tho bills at the Met- ropolitan Opera House for tho week end- lug Doc. 8 wero: Monday night, Nov. 28, "La Gloconda" (tho cast of which was given In our last Issue). Wednesday night, 80, "I.o Nozzo dl Figaro" was sung, with this cist: La Contessa, Emma Eames; Cbcru- blno, Bella Allen (bcr first appearance here); Marcelllna, Miss Bauermolater: Susannn, Mme. Sembrlch ; II Conte, Mr. ScottI; Figaro, Mr. Blass; Dottore Bartolo, Mr. Rossi; An- tonio, Mr. Dufrlche; Baslllo, Mr. Itclss, and Don Curzlo, Mr. Giordan!. On this occasion Nahaa Franko made his debut as a grand opera conductor at this house and gave a good account of himself. Thursday after- coon, Dec. 1, "Parsifal" was given for the second time of the season here. Olive Frcm- sted made her first appearance as Kundry, nnd mode a decided success. Marcel Journet sang the role ot Gurnomnni for the first time, and also found favor. Adolpb Muhl- maun sang tho role of Tllurcl, otherwise tho cast waa the same as last given. Friday night, 2, "La Gloconda" was repeated, with the 'same cast its that which rendered It last. Saturday afternoon, 3, "Die Melaterslnger" was snng, with this cast: Eva, Alno Acltto; Magdalene, Mme. Homer; Weltkor von Stolic- raff,'Hcrnrlch KnotoYHims Snrtis, Mr. Van I(ooy; Becktnesser, Mr. Oorllt; Pogner. Mr. Dines; Kothner, Mr. Muhlmnnn; David, Mr- Belss; Vegclgcsnng, Mr. Hand; .Earn, Mr. Buyer; lloier, Mr. Iludolfl; Eltsllng- er, Mr. Laulnl; Xacbtlgal, Mr. Qreder; Ortel, Mr. Balllard; Foltz, Mr. Werner; Schwartz, Mr. Loptscb; Xachtw.icb.ter, Mr. DufrlcliV. It 'was tie" first American' ap- pearance of IJelnrlch Knote, who proved io be a valuable acquisition to Mr, Conirled's forces. Herr- Knots possesses a powerful tenor voice'of excel tent quality. Mme, Alno Ackte oang Era for the first time here, and was well liked. Alfred Hertz ' conducted. Saturday night, 3, "Lo' Travlata" was're- peated. W'th the exception' ot Andreas Dlppel, who made bis first appearance this reason and sang the role of Alfredo, the cast was tbe same as the lost given. Princes* Theatre (gam S. & Lee Shu- bert. managers).—An audience of fair pro- portions nmembiod here night of Dec. G, to witness Robert B. Mantelrs debut, In this city, ds a star In Shakespearean tragedy. Mr. Manteil had selected ''Richard 11 r as the vehicle for the first week of nn engage- ment that Is to last three weeks, Mr. Manteil will be handicapped during his engagement by Inadequate stage room and lack of scenic accessories. Mr. Manteil, In spite uf these de- ficiencies, gnve a careful and entirely praise- worthy portrayal of the character of the crafty and murderous monarch. Not the slight- est exception could be taken to his reading of the lines; especlully when occasion afforded opportunity to rant, tbe star was most care- ful to avoid doing so. It was expected that Mr. Mnntell would give an Intelligent read- ing of Shakespeare's lines, hut the star was virile nnd thoroughly at case la every phase of the characters delineation, while fully equal, as well, to the exacting demands of the role. An agreeable surprise can be noted In tbe efficient support accorded the star by his company. Next week, "Othello." Tbe cast of "Richard III:" Duke of Gloster. af- terwards Richard III, Robert B. Manteil; King Henry VI nnd Earl of Richmond, Thomas Llngham ; Duke of Buckingham, W. J. Montgomery: Lord Stanley. Cnrl Abrendt- Sir William Catesby, Frederick Forrest; 'Xrcssel, John C. Connery; Lord Mayor of London, Harry Keefcr; Edward, Prince of Wales, Irene Hunt; Duke of York, Blanche Hunt; Duke of Norfolk, Harry Kerns: Sir Richard Radclllfe, George Macy; Earl of Ox- ford, Edward Koos; Sir James Blount, Wm. Hunt: Lieutenant of the Tower, David It. Young; Tlrrell, Laurence Stearns; Officer, Hamilton Mott; Elizabeth, Queen to Edward IV, Lillian Kingsbury; Duchess of York, Eva Benton; Lady Anne, Marie Booth Russell. Manager far Mr. Manteil, Max Zoellncr; Carl Zoollncr, business manager; Harry Keefer, stage manager. tew Fields' Theatre (Hamlin, Mitchell ft Fields, managers).—On Monday evening. Dec. r>, this new theatre was dedicated with tbe first local presentation of a musical affair, In two acts, entitled "It Happened in Nordland," by Gen. MacDonougb and Victor Herbert. Its premier occurred at tbe Lyceum, Harrhburg, Pa., Monday, Nov. 21. The story In that of un American woman, who goes to Nordland, becomes queen for twenty-four hours, finds her long lost brother and straightens things, out for all. The lines are witty and the music In Mr. Herbert's happy style, Is delightful. Tbe stage'set- tings are gorgeous and tbe ensemble effects marvels of Julian Mitchell's creation. ' Of the company It might be said In one word tbnt it Ih excellent, Lew Fields carrying off many honors, but leaving a itenerous share for distribution to Mario Cabin, Joseph Herbert and others. The piece seems good for the San- son. The cast: Hubert, Lew Fields; Prince George of Nebula, Harry Davenport- Duke of Toxcn, Joseph Herbert; Baron Sparta, Hnrrv Fisher ; Captain Sllvowltz, Joseph Car- roll : Princess Aline, May Robson; Dr. Otto Biolz, Julius Steger; rnrthotilo Schjnltt, Bessie Ciaytop: lingo vou Aruito, Charles Gottbold; Maymo Perkins. "Blllle" Norton; Dr. Poopff and Captain Gatllng, Wm. Bur- i ess; Duchess Uelene, Rosemary Glosz; Rudolf and Prince Korl, Frank O'Neill; Miss, Hicks, and Countess Tokota, Pauline Frederick: Katherlne Feepfogle, Marie Cabin. Grand Ojiern Hoone (J. H. Springer, manager),—"The Other GIr," opened a week's engagement here Dec. 0, and business started In for what looks a repetition of tbe cus- tomary capacity business at this bouse. Lionel Bnrrymore and the other members of the cast were eminently successful In their work. Tue cast In full: Mr. Fulton, Frank Bur- beck ; Henry Waterman, Ralph Dclmore; Jnmes, Frederick Raymond; Mrs. Waterman, Grace Henderson; Dr. Clifton Bradford, Rich- ard Dennett; Miss Catherine. Fulton, Doris Kcane; Eatcllo Klttrldgc, Mabel Roebuck; Reginald Lumley, Wallace Eddlnger; Ann, Maggie Fielding; Judge Newton Rates, Jo- seph Whiting: Mr. Taylor, Francis Byrne; Mr. Sheldon, Lionel Bnrrymore; Maggie, Ida Greeley Smith; Myrtle Monlson, Lou Middle- ton. Next week, "Tho Isle of Spice." Metropolitan Opera House.—On Mon- day night, Dec. 0, Donizetti's "Lncrezla Borgia" was sung. The work had not been beard In this city for over twenty years. The title role was assumed bv Maria de Mncchl, who then made her American debut. She wns affected by extreme nervousness, Which marred her work, nud her true worth was not displayed. Edytb Walker added to her laurels Is the role of Mattlo Orslnl. The rest of the cast was: Genuaro, Mr. Caruso; Don Alfonso. Mr. ScottI: Rustlghctlo, Mr. Bars; Astolfo, Mr. Rossi; Llvorotto, Mr. Rand; Oiizclln. Mr. Rogue; Gubetta, Mr. Dufrlche; Vltellozzo, Mr. Glorduul; Petrucel, Mr. Balllard. Arturo Vlgnn conducted. Atlnntlo Garden (W. Kramer's Sons, managers).—Lti Voile and Grant, In physical culture nnd muscular posing: Martin and Itldgeway, presenting a comedy wire act: Marshall nnd Lorraine, tho girl with the InugU nnd his nibs; Hodges and. Lauuchraere, colored comedy duo: Madeline Burdctte, operatic nnd descriptive soprano: Way and Tine, In n comedy sketch, and the Elite Lady Orchestra nro the attractions for this week. i.llicTty Theatre (Klnw ft Erlnngor, managers).—Geo. M. Cohan, In "Llttlo John- ny Jours," began his fifth succousfiil week Dec. 5. Empire Theatre (Charles Frohman, ninnnger),—John Drew, In "The Duke of Kllllcrnnkle," continues to play to excellent loudness, nud commenced his fourteenth week Dec. C. Manhattan Theatre (Harrison Grey Flske, ninnnger).—Mrs. Flske began her fourth nnd last week. In "Hedda Gnbler." Dec. 8. She will present "Leah Klesehnn" 13. Herald Square Theatre (Charles Froh- man, manager).—Edna May celebrates tho one hundredth 'performance ot "The School Girl" In this country Dec. 7, having entered her seventh week here 5. Academy of Music (Gllmnre ft Tomp- kins, managers).—"The Wizard of Oa" Is playing prosperously lu Its fifth week, which beitnn Deo. 5. Wnllnck'n Theatre (Mrs. Tbeo, Moss, manager!.—"The Sho-Guu" began Dec. 5 Its ninth week. New York Theatre (Klnw ft Erlanger, managers).—"Woodland" entered,-Dec. 8, its third week of prosperity, with an Indefinite extension of Its time announced. Garden Tbentre (Henry W. Savage, manager).—"Tho College Widow" begin, Dec. 0, lis twelfth week, to capacity business. ' Weber !»1 null- Hall (Weber ft Zlegfleld, managers),—-"Higgledy-piggledy" began Dec. 8 Its seventh week. ■ • nrondvcuy Theatre (A. W. Dingwall, mmirieet)'.~Frltzl Sehcff totumenccU Dec. 6 her third week in "Tin* Twd" Roses." New Amsterdam Theatre (Klnw ft Kr- liinger.mntmgers).—"lliimpty Duutpiy"start- ed Its fourth week Dec. 0. Proctor's Fifth Avenue Theatre (J. Austin Eyries," general in.lnoger).—A' very merltorlnos revival of "An Enemy to the Krng," which E. II Kothcrn played so sue- owmiilly nt the old Lyceum Theatre some yenrii ago, wns shown by the house stock company Dec. fi. Edwin Arden played the leading role with most creditable skill; and Douglas Flint also did excellent work.- Ger- ald Griffin Imparted considerable humor to ti.e character' of Afitolne, and Marlon Berg, Gertruds Berkeley and Isabella" Evesson scored well In their respective "roles. The cast: Ernanton De I.sudny, Edwin Arden: Claude Le Centre, Arthur C. Lawrence: rjiilllaume Montlgnnc.John Westley. neflrl Le' Corote De Berquln, George Howell; Blaise Trlpnult, Douglas Flint; t'rojnc, Rob- ert Keann: Maugert, John Dillon; Koquelln, lywordAllerson ; Sabray, Andrew Stephens; Gllles Barbemouche, Del Pi-Lewis; Antolne, Gerald Grlflln: Jacques, Harry Antkes; Fran- cols, Riley chnmberlln; Pierre, H. Dnd- lev llawlcy; Hugo, David Thompson; Pinto, Albert llowson; Itonglu, Arthnr Shaw; Godeau, Edwin Fowler; Priest, Victor Brown'; Captain ot the Gsrrl- son, Robert Harrison; Guard, Charles How- con : Falconer, Walter Neaby; Julie De Vnrlon, Isabel le Evesson; Jeannotte, Marlon Berg; BrIUrl, Madeline Hives: Marianne, Mnthllde Deshon: Glralda, Gertrude Berke- ley. In the vaudeville were the Gasch Sis- ters, In their splendid act; Eugenie Tessler, a blind soprnno (first time here), who sang three nurdlicrs la excellent voice and was warmly applauded; Helen Scholder, a child 'cello soloist,' whose work wns of high class; William Smith, tenor; the Itolfes, musicians, in n prettily costumed and meritorious act; Add llnyt, black face monologlst; Rice Bros., comedy bar performers: limes and Ryan, singing and talking, add the motion pictures. Lyric. Theatre (Sam S. ft Lee rjbubert, managers).—Mme. Rejane made a most ac- ceptable change in her dramatic menu wheu, on Wednesday, Nov. 30, she presented "La Petite Marquise," a comedy, In three acts, by II. Meilhac and L. Halevy. extending tbe bill by a revival of "Incognito." The refresh- ing humor of the authors was delightfully handled by the star and her confreres, wltb the result, that the audience was far better satisfied than at any time In the past ten days. Competent as Mme. Rejnne Is to handle emotional roles she Is far preferable In comedy, when she abandons herself to the laughable and exudes wit and good humor with every gesture and smile. Her sense of the ridiculous Is quickly caught nud her au- dience Is invariably with her "to a man." The story of the play Is the hackneyed one In French farce, of the boredom of married life and the consequent relief sought in other pastures, followed by a convenient visit of remorse nnd return to the bosom of one's family Just previous to the curtain's fall. Rarely has lime. Rejnne given more delight- ful evidence of her Irresitible charms In comedy, flitting from one scene to another, as the humming bird does from flower to flower, alighting n|iou n boi» mor nnlv to es- cape restlessly to another, and there Is re- iiose even in her continued movements. M. Dumeny wns second in the fun of the evening, giving a decidedly satisfactory performance, nnd the other members of the company, all wive good accounts of themselves. The cast: Mux de liolsguramenx. M. Dnmeny; Mnrqnii do Kergazon. M. F. Kelm; Le Chevalier, M. Herthler: Mom-be, M. Due; Joseph. M. Bos- man ; llrbnln, M. Thamtii; Un Cocher, M. Dufroy: Henrietta de Kergazou, Mme. He- Jane; Juliette, Sille. Suzanne Avril; Mar- tine. Mile. A. Bernou; Georgette. Mile. Deylla; line Femme de chambre, Mile. Clery. "Ma Couslne" was revived by Mme. RejaDe Thursday, Dec. 1, having been In her reper- tory nine years ago/ The play calls for no further comment than was made upon it at that time. Mme. Rejane exceils in com- edy, and as Riqnette she exceils all her for- mer work seen here, her performance being practically perfect. M. Dumohv gave one or his best performances as Raoul, the erring husband, realizing and apparently enjoying the brisk and at times somewhat risque comedy. M. Berthler. as Champcourtler, gnve an excellent bit of character work, and Mile. Jeaunin-Kelm. as Mme. Berlander, nblv as- sisted. Mile. Avrll did not have much to do, but was seen to advantage. Rarely has n more perfect piece of pantomime been s«eti here than that In the second act, and vocif- erous approval was Us reward. The piny was continued 2. Tho cast. Raoul d'Araay la Unite, M. Dumeny; Champcourtier, M. Ilertbier; Gnston. M. Renonx; Rlquette, Mme. Rejane; Vlctorlne Champcourtier, Mile. Suzanne Avrll ; Madame Berlander, Mil". Jeanntn-Kclm: Clotilde, Mile. Clcry; Rosalie, Mllo. Rose Lion. "La Damo aux Ca- mcllas," tho oft nnd sorely tried, was given i:s by Mmo. Rejnne Saturday inntlnee nnd night. Dec. 3, and two large and delighted audiences witnessed the sorrows of Mnrgnerltie Gaiitlcr. as portrayed by this great comedienne. It Is safe to ray that no person In her own class can equal her per- formance. While differing widely from others we have seen, It showed long and careful study, a desire to please In the most painful situations and a mind which conquers all until conquered by death. With the excep- tion of a slight cough once or twice during the evening there waa no evldeuce of this nature of the fatal Illness which had Its grasp upon the woman, nud her death was marked by feelings of deep contrition, love, pity and a flnul philosophical happiness. The farewell extended Mme. Rejaae was sincere and pro- found. M. Dumeuy was an acceptable Ar- maud, his best work being in the sincerity of his love In the first set and his sorrow at the approaching dentil of Camllle. M. Monti wns particularly Impressive as Duval pere. The others wore more or less equal to emergencies. The cast follows: Armand Duval, M. Du- meny ; Saint Unudens, M. F. Kelui; Georges Duval, M. Monti; Gaston Rleux, M. Renoux; Gustavo, M. Dufroy; Le Docteur, M. Ber- thler ; Arthur, M. Due; TJn Commissionaire, M. Bosnian; Un Domostlnue, M. Henri Ion : Margeurltc Gnutler, Mme. Rejane; Olyraue, Mile, Siiznnnu Avrll: Prudence, Mile. Jcniiln- Kelm; Nlcbetie. Mile. Clcry: Nanlnc, Mllu. Rose Llou: Annie. Mile. De.vlla; Esther, Mile. Bernou. Jos. K. Hnckett, lu "The Fortunes ot the King," Dec. 0. Pastor's Theatre (Tony Pastor, mana- ger).—Despite the unpleasantness of tho weather a very large audience was on hand to welcome a bill of unusual excellence, headed by Collins and Hart, those comedy Samsons whose unties won rounds of applause. Ford and Gebrue were well received, renewed old friends and made new ones by their excel- lent dancing. Tlicy make up a team which Is hard to excel, and arc always welcome on a bill. Willie Hale aud Francis again de- lighted by » marvelous and humorous ex- hibition of hoop and globe rolling. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Thome went through a rapid fire succession of comedy spasms, to the de- light of all. Crawford and Manning, always funny and welcome, were more so than ever, In their black face tumbling and trapeze work. The Sharplcys succeeded !u a comedy musical oct. and were well liked. The Vedroars called forth laughter as comedy acrobats. The Carey-Cotter Trio are good singers and dancers, Vllliers and Lee, in a combination musical, acrobatic and dancing act; the Bradys, In singing, dancing and bag punching; Ma Dell and Corbley; In a musical act, aud Phllbrooka nnd Revnblds. in "Mlsi Stern Stenograph," helped beguile tbe time wltb laughter; and the stercoptlcon and vitagrapb, tilled out the Mil. •■■' Yorkvillr Theatre (Meyer R, Blmberg, rannngoi).—High clnss vaudeville continues to be'the vogue here. - Aaibhg the acts listed for lh<9 week are: The Empire City Quartet, U'flrlen and Havel, Four Emperors of Music, Moore and Llftlefleld, Scott Bros., Then. Moss Trio, the Great Lcoa aud tbe vita- graph. Proctor's F!ity-ela*th Street The- atre ( j. "Austiir Fy^or"Rweranniraigwr>« In spite of the first severe snow storm or the season, Monday, Dec. K**S£i$2t% ager Proctor's nptown' rbentr* turned out-in goodly numbers to enloythe good-fare pro- vided bv the management In an excellent vaudeville, headed by Isabel Irving. In Israel Zangwlll's satirical' comedietta, "Sly Per- Ron*."- which had been seen on the Proctor circuit further down town. Miss Irving, «s Eugenia Latimer, and Wilfrid North as l nnrles Scott, scored in their parts and the little skit went well. Tbe Monsneld-Wllbnr io.. In "The Shadow," served to Introduce Gertrude Mansfield n* EmUy Lawrence, Guy T. Bennet as Walter Blac. burst. Joe Hann- way ns Sullivan, and Cary *»'llbur as Jack Laadon. The action of the play was brisk, interest being maintained throughout by the efforts ot the four performers, curtain calls being the result at Its close. The sketch is moro pretentious than the general run of offerings at vaudeville houses and should prove successful. John C Fisher's Cham- pagne Dancers was another feature worthy of especial mention. Tbe dancing was ot high class, the costumes of the female danc- ers forming a pleasing picture. Others on the bill were the old favorites, Haines and Vidocq, In their rapid fire of repartee, which kept the house In laughter; Gentro and Bailey, In a sketch new at this bouse, called •a. Cigarette Case:" Mlchal Braham and bis hlghlv educated bull terrier, Mickey, who rendered efficient aid to bis master: the Brothers Rossi, In their comedy acrobatlsma; Collins arid Hawloy, singers and dancers; Viola Duval, and the motion pictures. The continuous concert oa Sunday, Dec 4, filled the house. Next week, Henrietta Crosman, In "Sweet Kitty Bellaira" Daly's Theatre (Daniel Frohman, man- ager).—Nance O'Neil appeared to greater advantage In "Judith of Betbnlla," which she presented Dec. 0, for the first time In New York, than in any role she has thus far essayed during her present metropolitan engagement. The work Is a scriptural trag- edy. In four acts and seven scenes, by Thomas Bailey Aldrlch, and Miss O'Neil and ber company gave It for the first time on Oct, 12, at the Tremont Theatre, Boston. Mr. Aid- rich lias taken the scriptural story of Judith and Holofemes, and with embellishments and some slight reconstructions has fash- ioned a work of distinct literary merit and Interest. Although tbe piece Is simply a series of episode* the beauty and power of the lines hold close attention, and the action moves smoothly and rapidly, tbe author's blank verse being capital and his situations proving well conceived and powerfully car- ried out. Judttb, after she has slain Holo- femes and resetted the despairing Israelites penned up In Betbnlla, decides that she must thereafter be considered a being apart from the world, because' of the murder of which she is guilty, nnd so announces that determination to all. In the title role Miss O'Neil did most creditable work, rising to decided power in the heavier scenes and showing tbe varying moods of the character wltb distinctness and force. She fall abort of the work In several scenes because she made the error of striking at the outset of ber speeches too deep a note of pathos, which was particularly noticeable in the first net, but her performance in its entirety showed tragic force and' Intelligence In rending. Charles Dalton did the best work be lias shown thus far as llololernes, aud' his success was com- plete, while Charles Mlllward, an tbe slave, gave one of the best performances of the evening. Louts M.issen marred his work by amateurish gestures, a fault which mnnv of the company were guilty of. Joseph. Wheelock, George Friend and Gertrude Bin- ley' did excellent work, and Clara Thompson scored a distinct success as Naomle. The play was beautiful!'staged and well costumed. The cast: Holofemes, Charles Dalton; Bagofls, Charles Mlllward; Archlor,' Louts M.'i?sen; Ozlcs, ' Joseph Wheelock; Chnrmis, George Friend; Chabrls, J. B. Coutchlah: Nathan, Arthnr H. Sawyer: Joaehln, Gilbert Aymar; Abner. W. C. Thome; Ellka, Sevmour Strnt- ton; Archer, William McKee: First Captain, Norman R. Steele; Second Captain. Herbert Forrest; Third Captain, Lowell J. Sherman; Fourth Captain. 0. M. Dalley; Fifth Cap- tain, George Friend; Marab, Gertrude Hln- ley; Naomle, Clara Thompson: Arzael, Rlcca Allen; Judith, Miss O'Neil. Circle Theatre (Perry 0. Williams, manager).—It was a most emphatic compli- ment, both to Manager Williams and the per- formers engaged here for this week,.when two audiences that filled the theatre com- pletely, ok each occasion, assembled to wit- ness the new hill presented on Monday, Dec. n. But then it was another of those tempting nrogrammee which caused the patrons to brave tho first snow storm of tne present Winter, and, as some expressed themselves, "It was worth It." Topping the bill • Is George Fuller Golden, the ' premier story teller, who, with his friend,'"Casey," has delighted London audiences for two years past, and who made his metropolitan reap- pearance on Monday. His reception was a rousing bumper of welcome, and his songs aud stories were Just as enjoyable and enter- taining as of yore. S. Miller Keat and com- pany, In a playlet, entitled "Just Dorothy," won well deserved favor; the Eight Vassar Girls, talented instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers, again demonstrated the fact that, in Its way, there is nothing better oa the vaudeville' stage; Yorke and Adams are He- brew comedians par excellence; the Seven Gruuatho Sisters, phenomenal acrobats, de- serve high praise for neat and clever work; the Four Piccolo ■ Midgets are expert In their line of endenvor; Powell's Electric Marionettes hold over for this week; the Howard Bros,, with their flying banjos; the Three Florence Sisters, singers and danc- ers, nnd the vitagraph are Included in this week's bill. Dewey Theatre (Sullivan ft Kraus, man- agers).—Fruuk B. Cnrr's Thoroughbreds Bnrlosqtiers opened here with an afternoon and evening performance Dec. S, before two packed houses. The entertainment was capl- tnl and was received with shouts of approv- al. The show opens with a very amusing burlesque, called "Looking for a Duke," which serves to Introduce the whole com- pany, which includes handsome women In fetching costumes. In the olio which fol- lowed were: Willie Weston, in Imitations, who scored heavily; the Dancing Mitchells, who danced themselves Into favor; Blanche ■Washburn and Joslc ■ Flynn, who pleased with their singing and dancing: the Four Thoroughbreds (Coyne. Ardell, Lawrence nnd Edwards), who presented a sketch called "The Mysterious Venus," and were excellent; Mile. La Tosca, who won favor for her feats of contortion, and tho Unique Trio, who met with success In n singing and dancing act. The closing hurlesquc, "The Thoroughbreds," wnB an extremely clever farce, full of good comedy bits, funuy situations, beautiful cos- tumes and scenery, und the electrical effects were superb. The full cobI was as follows: Rlrdle Cohen. Blanche Washburn; Helen Glazier, Joslc Flynn; Hottle Hartwell, Mile. Lit Toscn: Jennie Llnd. May Strehl; Mamie Worth. Tllllo Ardell: Fnnule Bright. Happy Eva Mitchell; Pink Rose, Ada Mav ; Morning Glory, BIJou Hopkln; Jack RoBe, Fay Odell; Tansy, Uollle Murray; Tulip, Marie Oliver; Lilac, Sadie Schnler: Daisy Ureon, Edna Thorpe; Fern, May Franklin: Tube Rose, Estala Aahton ■ Rose, Blanch Mann : Dtnnls McCnrty, Tim Healey: 1'Ulllp Cohen. Willie Weston; Percy Winter. George Edwnrds; Harold Fall, Thomas Coyne: SI Plunkett, I.nrry I^wreuce. Next week, Bohemian Burlesquers. • v. New Lyceum Theatre ■ (Daniel Froh- man,-manngeD^-Charles Wyndham, In "Da- vid Oarrlck." .began his fourth week Dec fi. "Mrs. Gorringe's Necklace' will receive Its premier ?• Proc tor's Twenty-third Street The. »Wtr-Ty."Aiittrn -Fyncs, general manager) A capital bill is offered th's week, with "Th» Girl With the Auburn Hair" retained for a second week as the headilncr, which speaks well for the excellence and popularity ot t u ,> act. The Kanfmann Troupe of bicyclists of- fered their great riding act on Dec. r,,'and marked appreciation was shown the truly remarkable work of these 'cyclists. I*ro' and-Clayton brought "A Horse on Hosran • well Into the limelight of popularity, and were given the well merited trlbnte of hearty laughter, their work being exceeding. ly good. Another act which scored heavily was that offered by Abble Mitchell nnd the "Four Southerners," which Is a colored spe^ cialty full of life and pleasing to a marked degree. Mr. and Mrs. Perkins D. Fisher Bleased Immensely with "The Halt Way louse," Fred Zobedle, equilibrist, was glvei hearty applause; tbe.Four RIanos, with their spirited acrobatic sketch, "In Africa," cap- tured plenty of favor, and Rome and Fergu- son, In their singing, dancing and talkln<> made a most favorable Impression. That capital entertainer, Harry B. Lester, wni again to the fore with some new material and there was not a dull moment durln? his time on view. Others were: Robin, In com- edy juggling of a high order; Hedrix and Prescott, In their capital dancing; Harry Lyons, whistling and Imitations, and Zara and Stetson, whirlwind gun and baton ma- nipulators. The motion pictures contlnne Third Avenue Theatre (Martin .T.Dlion, manager).—Lillian Mortimer aud n capable company Is presenting "A Girl of the Streets," a melodrama, under.the management of Deck- er and Veronee. Miss Mortimer does clever work as Kit, and F. W. Martin is excel- lent as the Rube. The full cost Is as follows: Bob Davis, Gilbert Fans; Don Green, Edward J. Le Sain; William Meadows John Morlssey; Jlmmle, John Cnntwcli : Zacbarlan Heslkla Perkins, F. Ward Marlon : Officer, Harry Wilson; Nan Meadows, Eleanor Calces; Maria Perkins, Gertrude Avery Shields; Mother Green, Dora Horn; Babr Tot, Baby Myrtle. Tbe local scenes were well presented. J. L. Veronee Is manager; Walter D. Botto, advance representative; F. W. McDonald, advertising agent; F. Ward Marion, stage manager; Dan N. Lang?, stage carpenter; Guy Wilson, properties. Next week, "Down Our Way." Keith's Theatre (E. V. Albee, general manager). — Judging from the attendance here on Dec. C an element - more threat- ening than a snow storm would be necessary to prevent patrons from occupying tbelr ac- customed ceats when tbe new bill for the week Is presented on each Monday, for, not- withstanding the bad weather conditions of Dec 5, every available space 'n the theatre was preempted early, all eager to enjoy one of the best bills of the year. Mabel Mc- Klnley holds the top line position, and was cordially received In her yocallsms. The special feature of the bill is W. H. Murphy, Blanche Nichols and company, presenting, for the first time here, one of the best travesties ot an old time drama ever seen In vaudeville. It Is entitled "From Zoxa to Uncle Tom," and causes one continuous laugh from start to finish. Fred Hsllen and Motile Fuller gave a delightful portraval of their farcelet, "The Election Bets." Warren and Gardner (their debut here) scored solid- ly as "The Comedian and the Singer." Their comedy Is excellent and their act Is a vocal treat. The bill also Includes: Paul Barnes, monologise; the Ferdinnnd-Gllnserettl Troupe, acrobatic experts; Kimball and Donovan, bnojolsts; Three Msdcans, acrobnt'c dancers; Carter and Bltiford, in "A Klckapoo Ro- mance;" Chndwlck Trio, presenting "Bank Hoover's Holiday;" May Evans, In Imita- tions ; the Karnes, on the flying rings, and the American blograpb. 'London Theatre (James n. Cnrtln, manager).—Fulton's Jolly Grass Widows are entertaining this week. Jeannette Gulcbard scintillates as the widow in "The Matrimo- nial Club," with great effect. Snltz Moon nnd Chns. Burkhardr, as Solomon and Levi present good comedy, and the entire com- pany are suitably cast. Tbe chorus is much in evidence and there Is action all of the time. The finish of the first part gives every cue a chance. The olio consists of five male teams, all of them first class. Frank Carlcton and Wlllard Terre, In vocal harmonies; Jnck and Al. Gruet, In "Sam Substitute;" George Mulien and Corelll, comedy acrobats, with surprising tricks; Burkliart' and Moore, In an act full of laughs, and George Garden and Perrln Born- era, accomplished performers on various In- struments of music "In the Merry Month of June" again presented Miss Guichard and tbe ontlre company to good advantage. The musical and show numbers were pleasing to ear and eye alike. The patriotic finish brought tbe house to Its feet. Next week, the American Burlesquers, with Lottie Oil- son and Billy Hart. Windsor Theatre (A. H. Woods, mana- ger).—"A Woman's Struggle," by J. L. Greeabaum, was presented Monday, 6, to a good bouse. It was cast as follows: Jack Hanson, Charles D. Coburn: Gilbert Coes, Milton Dawson; Jacques Dumont, Frank Whitman ; Algernon Herbert Van Vourt, H. Bradley Barker: Burke Nlpsoo, A. J. Sharp- lev: Sinkers, Charles R. Wlrth: Flnnegau, John P. Curley; Burnslde Con, John O'Brien; Feathers, Milton Dawson; Gliiseppl Snrn- clncsca, James H. Powers; Jumes McCann, manager New York Ball Team, Thomas Jones; Alice Desmond,- typewriter, Ivah Wills; Attalle Coes. Passle Mue. Lester: Mrs. Hanson, Minerva Florence; Merry Winkles, Mary Reogb. The team—Pitcher, Jack Ban- sou ; catcher, Joe Kelly; first base, Tom Dunn: second base, Jake Townly; short stop, Will Bond; third base, John Hans; centre field, Robert Scbnble; ri<»ht field, Tom Clngget; left field. Un cry Lewis; umpire, Mr. Enisle. Next week, "The Minister's Daugh- ters." Tbe Sunday concerts attract lart'S audiences. Miner's Eighth Avcnne Theatre (Ed- win D. Miner, manager).—The Utopians, In "Broke and Broken" and "The Yellow Dog," opened to good business In spite of tbe storm Dec 5, and the audience enjoyed It The olio Included: Valmore and Ilorton, the Boston City Quartette, Madden and Jess, Mildred Stolier and Fredoand Dare. Fun, music, dancing, costumes and scenery were all good, as was to be expected of this management. The cast: Bill Blowhard, Juo. W. Jess: SI Slowboy, Geo. Fredo; Arizona Pete, Joe Mad- den; Orlando Valentine, Eugene Jerge; Jonathan Slick, Jnck Hortou; Washington T. Booker. Harry Dare; Jim Dash, Mildred Stolier; Nancy Ncverwell, Jnmes Hayes: Tilxle Smith'Premier, Lulu Valmore: Lucy Lovelorn, Ruth Jordan. Next week, the Bngddlers. Knickerbocker Theatre (Al. Hay- man ft Co., managers).—Nat C. Coodwln be; gaii his second week Dec. 5, In "The Usurper. Belaaco Theatre (David Belasco. man- ager).— David Warfield commenced hi* eleventh week, In "The Music Teacher," Dec C to packed houses. Hnber'a Mnsenm (John H. Anderson, manager).—The usual large crowds packed this House throughout the day, Dec. 5. If 1 tbe curio hall this week are: Madame Schcll, wltb ber troupe of lions: fourth week and great success of Lionel, the llou faced boy; Billy Wells, tbe Iron skull man; Ole Olson and Ct.pt. Austin, midgets; Grace Gilbert, tbe bearded lady; Brown, tho skeleton man,' and Geo. Bobbins, bag puncher. In the the- atre an excellent bill Is given to a large crowd.at every performance. Majestic Theatre (John J. Flaherty, nanager),—Paula Edwardea, In "Winsome Winnla," returned to town Dec 0 and again pleased her admirers. The engagement is for one week • onlv. Bertha ualland, in "Dorothy Vernon of Haddon nail," follow! 12. -