Variety (September 1922)

V A RI ET Y Friday, September 29, 1922 44 AND HER BAG O' WILL BE AT PALACE, CHICAGO, NEXT WEEK (OCT. 1) SAN FRANCISCO VARIETY'S LAN FRANCISCO OFFICE PANTAGE8 THEATRE BUILDING The Orphoum bill, containing numerous novelties and several dis- tinctive features, gave more than usual value. Karyl Norman, "The Creole Fashion Plate," Is the head- liner, and scored an artistic success in the Important next-to-closing spot, Norman lives up to his bill- ing, fo rhis offering Is "different." The gowns worn by the female im- personator are gorgeous. The act In its production Incidentals is a big flash with gold drapes. Wesley Barry and Co. (New Acts) attracted special attention because of the youngster's prominence on the screen, and to his presence must be credited much of the draw. Rae Samuels, held for the second week, presented an entirely fresh routine of numbers and flashed another gown creation besides. She was unquestionably the hit of the show. Her number was tumultuously ap- plauded and she was forced to add one of her last week numbers, in- volving a change to the "radium" frock, which caused so much com- ment before. They wouldn't let her go without putting this sartorial novelty on view again. Beth IJerrl, assisted by Talbot I Kenny and Paul O'Neill, made a combination that stood out strongly for honors. Miss JJerri is a person- able younsr woman, vivacious in manner and na excellent dancer. Her two aides fill in with songs and dances during her absence for costume changes. Senator Ford is another monologist talking on timely current topics in an amusing vein. He gets a world of fun out of droll comments on national af- fairs, and he scored a high percent- age of solid laughs. William Sully and Genevieve Houghton earned an enthusiastic reception on their merits. Sully's dancing landed squarely, while Miss Houghton Is a refreshing picture and sings sweetly. They handle a bright line of talk cleverly, particu- larly their catch * line that takes them off with a capital bit of sur- prise. "La Petite Cabaret" (Man- tell's Manikins) made a pleasing opener, and Leon and Co., with illusions, held them In at the .close to a man. The fire and water feat at the finish is great. ALMA NEILSON AND COMPANY in "BOHEMIA" This Week (Hept. S3). Palaoe. Chicago Next Week (Oct. £). On>hcum, St. 14ml* Direction: LEW GOLDER The Pantages bill has an abun- dance of speed despite its lament- able shortage of comedy in the early portion. Harry Downing and Co., In the closing position, pro- vided the bulk of laughs for the whole show, a position in which comedy strength counted for the maximum. This little revue has a man at the piano introducing the people of the turn in their various specialties. There are two men and two Kirls. The comedy interlude depends upon the man with a clear falsetto voice doing a satirical female impersonation, introducing Karyl Norman and other well- known performers of the type. There is a wealth of first-class darning in the layout and some en- joyable singing. "Valentine Vox with his dummy and pretentious stage setting at- tracted lively interest. His comedy does nicely, and the stunt of what has the sound of double voice sing- ing is neatly worked up and ex- ploited for applause. This bit, by the way, was done by Ketch and Wiltna. who preceded Vox here sev- eral weeks ago. Marion Claire, next to closing, lias a fine, big voice. She has a knack for handling popular num- bers, and her pyrotechnic perform- ance with operatic selections (with a vocal imitation of flute obbligato) made her a contender for the show's honors. Wilfred l)u Bois, juggler, made a distinct impression, al- though he was spotted to open. He presents a striking appearance and handles a novel routine in a show- manly way that places him in the van among his type of specialists. Johnny Marvin found favor with his expert manner of singing "blues" numbers. The performance with a musical saw is a mire-fire. Fein and Tennyson, mixed couple with operatic singin?.. went over safely. They derive some genuine fun out of their impression ot comic opera bits. Emma Cams, with J. Walter Leopold, headline at the Golden Gate, featuring a bill that held up from start to finish. The Sunday performances were capacity, al- though the Sunday shows do not depend upon the headliner at this house. Miss Carus went ov»t big with fhis Clientele, garnering better returns than when seen at the senior theatre. Jesse Keed. pre- ceding the Carus act. proved one of the high spots. Miss Keed has a wealth of personality and im- mense skill in the delivery of songs. She needs only the direction of an expert showman to land her at the top. As a singing comedienne she was a tremendous success. Frank De Voe and Ai Lloyd. are working together better than when last viewed. They were a strong feature next to closing, winning a high percentage of laughs. Jack and Jessie Gibson made a corking opening number, and Jack Oakes and Pamela Delour closed to fine returns. Dancing Davey caught the house with his splendid dancing. Some good talk injected keeps the audience laughing. in "Mike Angelo" and also "La* La Lucille," both Morosco productions. Louis Alsace and Mari ColenI ar- rived from Australia last week. Alsace is formerly of Alsace and Lorraine and has been away from the states eight years. Miss TiOr- raine remained in Australia where she Is following commercial pursuits in which Mr. Alsace, her husband, is interested. vj ALEXANDRE PATTY Assisted by MLLE. JOSE WORLDS GREATEST UPSIDE DOWN JUGGLER This Week (Sept. 24), Palace, Chicago Direction ROSE & CURTIS The Granada had a "Women Only" matinee last Friday when Kilna Wallace Hopper gave a demonstration of her youth restoring act for the fair sex only. The house was entirely in feminine hands. A woman machine operator turned the crank. Miss Hopper is creating considerable interest and the dallies played up her personal appearance. Damage suits aggregating $112,000 were filed here last week by Flor- ence L. Welsh against James A. Donahue, Loew's. Inc.. and Acker- man & Harris. Miss Welsh was in- jured on New Year's Eve, 1920. when a wooden sidewalk cotibUueU'd in front of the Loew's Warfleld theatre then in the course of construction collapsed, throwing a score or more of persons into the deep excavation. "Be Careful, Dearie," the new musical show current at the Mo- rosco, was organized by Dana. Hayes, who has since left it. "Be Careful, Dearie," is by Aaron Hoff- man and is based upon an Idea ap- parently suggested by hit vaude- ville act, "George Washington Co- hen." As it now stands it lacks, sufficient punch from a comedy standpoint, but is pleasing enter- tainment mostly, and all because of the comedy efforts of Billy Kraw- ley. His vaudeville partner, Louise, also Is in the show. Evan Burrows Fontaine is featured. Virginia Lee Corbin has si>?ned a contract with Fisher Production! and will come to San Francisco to make a scries of films. The Tivoli first run picture theatre in the downtown district, following the lead of several other of the downtown houses, has changed Its opening day from Sunday to Satur- day. Tho Warfleld is the only the- atre downtown that continues with Sunday opening. Netta Sunderland was engaged by Wilkes Alcazar last week for a spe- cial part in "The Unknown Purple." "The Rear Car," which ended its two weeks at the Columbia with Richard Bennett, is going to be sent out on tour by Thomas Wilkes, up and down the coast. The play was In Los Angeles at the same time it played here. From the two com- panies a cast for the road produc- tion will be chosen, with Franklin Pangborn, of the San Francisco or- ganizatlpnvplaying the Bennett role on the road. It will be presented on tour at $1.50 prices. Bennett is returning to New York to fulfill contracts in connection with "He Who Gets Slapped." Ackerman & Harris have moved into their new offices in the Phelan building, facing on Market street, here. They are occupying nine rooms in all and have fitted them up in palatial style. Hugh Knox, stage director at the Wilkes Alcazar, Is to be transferred to the Wilkes Majestic. Los Angeles. WPamena Wilkes, sister of Tom Wilkes, will succeed Knox at the Alcazar. PITTSBURGH By COLEMAN HARRISON PICTURES — Grand, "SHm Shoulders"; Liberty and Olympic. "Manslaughter"; Cameraphone and Garden. "Grandma's Boy"; Cameo, •'Human Hearts" (2d week); State, "Prisoner of Zenda"; Regent, "Heroes and Husbands"; Black- stone, "Moonshine Valley." »» Peggy Penn and Co., with J«M Mendelson, Is a new vaudeville act on the coast, billed as written by Corlnne Tllton (Mrs. Bert I.^vey) and produced by Catherine Terry with the Sheila Terry °i^» "Springtime of Youth." the new- est Shubert play which opened here last week, enjoyed fairly good at- tendance Being the sole musical attraction, It might have done much better, considering tho names con- nected with it, and tho class of the production. George MacFarlane and Olga Steck are starred, while J. Harold Murray plays opposite the latter, and Harry K. Morton cap- tures comedy honors with Harry Kelly a close second. It is a play of 1812, in which the thread of plot Is never lost. Olga Steck, a slip of a miss, will win glory through bril- liant singing of several Romberg numbers. "Starlight of Hope" and "In Brazil." slightly reminiscent. should become popular tunes. Harry Davis' latest stunt to draw to the Grand is a side feature to "Slim Shoulders." the Irene Castle picture, in the shape of living models who display Mrs. Castle's latest Paris gowns. "Blushing Bride" at the Alvin and "Yankee Princess" at the Nixon, two musical shows, and 'The Bar (return) at the Pitt comprises the legitimate program this week. The underlines are: Alvin, "Greenwich Village Follies"; Nixon. "French Doll"; with the Pitt unbooked as yet. Two cancellations have been recorded so far, "Hltchy-Koo" hav- ing been scheduled for the Alvin this week, and "Sue Dear" shifting its booking ;it the Nixon two weeks ago. Vivienne Segal is the outstanding star of "The Yankee Princess" which looms the most promising play that has appeared here since "Good Morning, Dearie." Tho Kal- man score, a well-trained and good- looking cast, plus a chaice oppor- tunity for Miss Segal to get across sly wit in her own functuous man- ner, stamp this as one of the new season successes. Billy Lichter is the latest addi- tion to the Fox Film road force. Edward J. Kelsky, also identified with film industry locally, is to join the staff. WANTED-DANCERS OIRr.g AND BOYS with ballet training. Some toe work for girla. Opportunity for travel at Rood salary. Call Mr. Htelndler, Bryant Hall, 10 to 1 dally. "ORIGINATOR OF EXCLUSIVE STYLES. NEVER EQUALED BY IMITATORS." i* A ni7I 17" LEADS WMII.K AULLL OTUEttS FOLLOW 10", discount to N. V. A'i. from an N. V. I. ALSO TO PROFESSIONALS 160 WEST 45th ST.. N. T. CITY 2 Doora Bast of Broadway NOW IN OUR ENLARGED QUARTERS PROFESSIONAL TRUNKS Back to Pre-War Prices * Mail Orders Filled F. O. B„ N. Y. City. Send for Catalogue. Used trunks and shopworn samples ot all standard makes always on hand. E. J. 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