Close Up (Oct 1920 - Aug 1923)

4 ....Flickerings From Flickerland.... some excuse for seeing it, as it was it intended to teach a moral and failed. I noticed a very pretty girl in the cast in a few close-ups. Miss Helaine Kerner. She wasn t programmed, but she should be. she has the makings. Joe Bonner stole the acting honors. His revue with Irene McKinney, Mary Wynn, Manilla Lemore and Louise Walker would make the ordinary revue of twenty people look foolish, which fairly indicates how good it is. ALHAMBRA— "Brawn of the North” has been moved over here. It was reviewed in the last issue. EGAN’S— “The Humming Bird” is still humming. This is longer than we were informed that it would run. There has been a great demand for Maude Fulton and her clever play. Curtyne Engler, one of the cast, is certainly coming up in the world. EGYPTIAN — “Robin Hood” is drawing better now than before. The matinee’s are becoming more popular and it has become the fashion to give parties at this unique theatre. Arthur Edeson, who did the photography, is receiving congratulations. GARRICK — “Forget-Me-Not” is a good picture for this theatre. That should be their motto. MASON — “Six-Cylinder Love” is a fast, knockout comedy, chuck full of laughs. It is well worth seeing, even though the prices are a bit high. PALAIS ROYALE — This high priced food trough is above our heads, that is to say, speaking of second story stuff. They always have a great crowd, and to dance, one must get a spot on the floor and guard it by kicking the other chap’s shins. This is a little game that even the flappers enjoy. The music must be the cause. JAHNKE’S — They are getting better with their revue even if they change only every two weeks. “Jazz” Klein is back, this means variety, and Babs Arnold, the soubrette from Frisco, is knocking ’em cold with jazz songs. Sylvia Ray is the prima donna. The music is not as good as usual. They need a little pep. Maybe they could learn a few tricks. THE CASINO— This place has had a hard time, but now we needn’t worry any more, for it is a “regular nose-bag and amusement palace.” And another thing, the entertain Gift Suggestions for The Holidays Imported Novelties Pearl or Crystal Necklaces, Beaded Hand Bags, Hand Made Silk or Linen Undergarments, N ovelty Handkerchiefs, Lace N eckwear, Silk or Wool Sweaters. | THE UNIQUE 725 SOUTH BROADWAY LOS ANGELES ment is something that grabs the headlines in this village of the socalled revues. Here we find the clever lady, Miss Marian Sleeman, who is the possessor of a remarkable mezzo-lyric soprano voice with dramatic possibilities. She was formerly a member of a number of eastern productions, and is now rehearsing a few new numbers. Now this place is visited by the wellknown Gus Haritas, who is also known as a “California Product.” We see him casting his orbs in the direction of light-haired beauties, sometimes known as blondes. We understand that he has a remarkable collection of blonde ’phone numbers and addresses. May we add a line for the manager who immediately surrounds you with an air of a very pleasant time. CINDERELLA ROOF — As we understand it, when one or more are ejected from places of amusement, they are to have their admission price refunded. This rule, however, means nothing to this money-grabbing dance hall. Recently two wellknown professional dancers were asked to leave the floor. They did so, and requested their money back because they only had three dances. They were insulted and refused their money. An argument arose and others came to the aid of the dancers. These were also asked to leave the hall and did not receive their money back. Speaking of . illmanners, this place takes the cake. COCOANUT GROVE— This dimly lighted hall of fast feet is becoming the movie stars hang-out. The music is good, and they won’t throw you out unless you are very bad, because a number of law suits have resulted from the hastiness of some waiters. You can have a good time, but be careful, the prices are high. THE LITTLE CLUB — Gone forever! This is its last press notice. THE SHIP — This musical hall of the dancers’ delight is making so good, and now has so many friends that they don’t advertise any more. This proves that the name is established and we can expect a good time there until about 3 a. m. THE GREEN MILL— Due to an accident in the kitchen some time ago, this place is passe. This is the last press notice until the new one is built.