San Francisco dramatic review (1899)

12 THE SAN FRANCISCO DRAMATIC REVIEW October 17, 1908. Nothing Very Startling at Present in Oakland Oakland, Oct. 15. — At last the much discussed Hungarian drama, The Devil, which has proven quite a dramatic sensation, has reached us. The play which is presented by Bishop's players at the Liberty is the Savage version and is creating a great deal of comment on the part of our theatre goers. Stage director Stallard exhibited rare judgment in the selection of the cast, as there are but eight characters, each being one of importance. As the evil genius, Landers Stevens was at his best and gave the part a most artistic and intelligent interpretation ; in fact this week's work, in the opinion of many is the best that he has done for some time. Geo. Friend, as the portrait painter who is deeply in love with the wife of another, played well the part and gave a clever conception of a successful artist. E. L. Bennison in the role of the wealthy merchant looked every inch the part, and was well up in all requirements. Walter Catlett was the valet. As the merchant's wife in love with the artist, Isabelle Fletcher was at times called upon to show considerable skill, but the talented leading lady was equal to all occasions and gave a performance that was satisfactory in every respect. As Cinka, the model, Georgia Cooper, too, made the most of a minor part. Estelle Waffield, to whose lot fell the role of Elza, is showing considerable improvement and for a girl yet in her teens shows talent to a remarkable degree. The settings are appropriate and the production reflects great credit on Milton Stallard, whose fine work is discernible throughout. Julie Bon Bon is in preparation. At the Macdonough The Time, The Place and the Girl is being enjoyed. It is the best musical comedy seen here this season, and for good, wholesome comedy, catchy music and elaborate costumes will hold its own with most of this year's big productions. John E. Young, in the comedy role of Johnny Hicks, creates a laugh every minute and as a comedian is in the very front rank. The next attraction will be the Royal Chef. The Persse-Mason Company are seen in II Trovatore at Idora Park. The Park closes Nov. 1. The L'shers are still the big headliners at the Orpheum and the balance of the bill contains some excellent talent. The Pianophiends, in particular, are making a hit. The other numbers are as follows: Philantastic Phantoms; Vinie Daly; The Swor Brothers; Jane Courthope; 7 Nfullins, and RelirT Bos. Tom Moore, who is one of the funniest men on the vaudeville stage, is making an immense hit at the Bell and is the leading number of a high class program. The House of A Thousand Candles will be given an early production at the Liberty. Signor Emilio De Gogorza, the baritone, will give a concert here Nov. 13th. LOUIS SCHEELINK. CORRESPONDENT E-Continued from page 9 the house, welcoming them to the new Elks theatre and genera ll.\ making the people feel a little better. The bright particular star of the evening was William Keough, as the I'nknown. The rest of the company were all good, and everyone went away satislled. Salt Lake City, Oct. 13. — Salt Lake Theatre: The week engagement of Coming Thro' the Rye gave the patrons of the Salt Lake Theatre ample time to enjoy that very excellent play. Good business was experienced the entire week. Commencing Thursday of the week, Oct. 11. appears the extravaganza. The Cat and the Fiddle, which is advertised as the show of fun, music and mechanical wonders. The Cat and the Fiddle will probably draw capacity houses during its entile engagement. Orpheum: Another good bill succeeds the very desirable presentation of last week, and appears as follows: The Four Baltus. Olympic gymnasts; Julia Kingsley & Co.. in Supper for Two; the playlet, A Modern Pocahontas; Barry and Hughes, A Story of the Street; Klein and Clifton. The Dummy's Holiday, and Frank McCrea, sharpshooter. The Grand presents Her One GreaJ Sin as the attraction of the week. Good houses have attended and give promise to do so for the entire week. GLEN SMYTH. Long Beach, Oct. 8. — A warrant was Issued today from Justice Brayton's court for the arrest of Charles K. W. -Moure, former manager of Byde-a-Wyle Theatre. The complainant is Edna Mae Hall, one of the players, who says he gave her a check when there were no funds in bank to meet it. Search in the city failed to locate Moore and he is thought to be in Los Angeles. Moore's troubles came all in a heap. Two attachments on the playhouse last week revealed to Mrs. Little, principal owner of the theatre, that funds had not been diverted to the proper channels, and further investigation led her to accuse her manager of double dealing, and forced his retirement from the theatre. Miss Hall was not so considerate, anil being unable to get a settlement from Moore for back salary today, made the complaint noted and which, under a late statute, is a felony. Meantime Mrs. Little has paid up her indebtedness and is now weeding out employees who were loyal to Moore and will manage the theatre herself. Fresno, Oct. 14. — Barton Opera House ( R. G. Barton, mgr.): Dustin Farnum in The Squaw Man, 10-11. to good business, and met with a warm reception from the Fresno theatregoers. Coming. The Royal Chef. Empire Theatre (E. Hoen, mgr.): This house is doing good business this week with the play, $19.76. Rather an unusual title, but drawing the usual good houses just the same. Gertie Dunlap. Lea Berger and Lew Virden are responsible for much of this week's success. Novelty Theatre (A. J. Hotchkiss, mgr.): The Ed Redmond Company presents The Cowboy and the Lady for the current week. Business is good at this house, and Garna Virden deserves special mention for her excellent work. A. W. BL'RDICK. Tacoma. Oct. 10. — This was a week of revivals at the Tacoma Theatre, as The Royal Chef. Checkers and Richard & Pringle's Minstrels made their annual visits here, and the Jett'ersons, who appeared here some four seasons ago. returnel again presenting The Rivals. William H. Conlev is the comedian with The Royal Chef this season, and his broken German dialect kept the large audience present in roars of laughter, and they voiced their approval in no uncertain way of petite Julia Curtis. The rest of the cast was capable, the piece well staged, and the chorus work above the average. Checkers, still retaining Hans Robert, Dave Braham, Lvdia Dickson George Merritt and Joseph Wilkes of the old company, repeated its former success to the great delight of the large crowd present. Helen Ormsby as Pert Barlow is a decided improvement on her predecessors. Richards and Pringle's Minstrels gave a creditable entertainment at popular prices Fine business. The Jeffersons were greeted by the best of Tacoma's theatregoers who appreciate real comedy. The two stars were as clever and delightful as ever, and Blanche Bender, the Lydia In the cast, proved to be a good actress and charmingly pretty. Rose Rand was an excellent Airs Malaprop. and T. H. Hamilton, a good Sir Anthony Absolute. The staging and costuming was elaborate. Next, Oct. 11, Lincoln J. Carter's Flaming Arrow; 1 :!, Metropolitan Opera Quartette; 15, Asa Lee Wlllard in A Poor Relation; 17. Dixon and Bernard in Hans and Nix; is. in. J. J. ('orbett in Facing the Music. The McRae players at the Star Theatre added another to their long list of successes with Salomv Jane, which has been this week's bill. Miss Oswald being ill with throat trouble, her place was taken by Edith Osborne, who has lately joined the company, and her interpretation of the role of Salomy Jane was excellent. Mr. Holluber as the Man handled his part in a masterly manner. Robert Lawrence as Col. Starbottle drew many laughs, and John McCabe as Jack Marburv and J. Martin as Yuba Bill left nothing to be desired. Used, as we are, to tine work from Miss Robeson, she has as Lize Heath surpassed herself and was a revelation in her part. To Scenic Artist Revna is due a large measure of the success of the play, the scenery and settings being correct and appropriate in every detail. The lavish use of shrubs, ferns and vines from the woods, tilling the playhouse with their aromatic odors, cause the spectator to almost fancy himself out of doors. Beginning tomorrow, the bill will be changed to Barbara Freitchie. with Margaret Oswald in the title role. The Senesca Orchestra, which has been such an attraction at the Tacoma Hotel all summer, has been engaged by Manager McRae as an additional feature. The best musical act in vaudeville ever seen here is that of the Zingari Troupe of eight singers, at the Pantages. The selections are from the best of the favorite grand operas and splendidly sung. The singing of Maude Rockwell was another pleasing feature. Tanner and Gilbert are again offering their sketch, How to Make Love, which is amusing. The Laurent Trio of gymnasts present an interesting and novel act. Mr. Vincent scored, as usual, with his illustrated song, and the moving pictures selecte 1 to please all tastes. Oct. 12: Hardeen. the Milk-can Mystery: The Swlckards, in burlesque; Tom Jack Trio, musical act; Lester and Quinn, song and dance; Loredo and Black, comedy acrobats; B. B. Vincent, singing, Mandy Lane. Cycling Leander, from the Grand, was to ride down a steep hill ending at the Theatre, a result of a good-natured wager between himself and Harry Thornton. The police interfered, refusing to allow, and have also notified Manager Timmons of the Pantages that Hardeen will not be permitted to make the jump from the Eleventh Street Bridge, as advertised for next week. Patrons of the Grand Theatre were all glad to see Manager Dean Worley again on duty for the first time since his release from the hospital. The Leanders, who are well known here, are good in their bicycle and unlcycle riding. Friavolo, who had a milkcan act similar to that of Hardeen, appeared the first half of the week in his mystifying act. Harry Thornton, in piano imitations, was good, as was the acrobatic acts of Tops, Topsy and Tops, splendidly done by two people and a poodle and pug dog. Adams and Guhl. as German comedians, and Billy Noble and Jeanne Brooks in a farce, caused much laughter. Oct. 12 Fnigmarelle; The Three Newsomes. equilibrists; Al Coleman, comedian; The Vernons, in a comedy sketch; Rosa Roma, violinist; Magi niant Family, musical act, and W. L. Werden & Co. A. H. Harry L. Fraser Juvenile W ill close with the Valencia Theatre Stock of San Francisco early in November. Offers invited. Van Ness Theatre Two Weeks, Commencing MONDAY, OCTOBER 12111 The Distinguished Star Mr. Dustin F arnum (Management Liebler & Co.) In the Stirring Story of the West By Edward Milton Royle The Squaw Man Seats Now Selling Prices — 50c, 75c, $1.00, $1.50, $2.00 A ( -jood bellow found the trial too hard and died in Oregon last week. P. Francis Templeton Presenting a Refined Musical Act IN VAUDEVILLE Presenting a Refined Novelty Musical Act Oakland, Cal. Telephone Doug-las 2210 E. M. SAXON, Mgr. Winchester Hotel BOLKIN & SHARP, Props. 76 Third Street, Near Market Special Rates to Professionals Booms per Day, 50c to 32.00 Booms per Week, $3.00 to $8.00 SAN EBANCISCO, CAL. J. B. 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