The Sun.
London, England, 1865-07-07 00:00:00

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.

After an interval of some five-and-thirty years,
when it was for the first time produced for the
benefit of Sontag, " Il Flauto Magico" was per-
formed for the second time last night at Her Ma-
jesty's Theatre. The pit was converted into stalls,
with the exception of the last seat, and they, as well
as all other parts of the house, were completely
filled. The charming overture was rendered as
those under the control of Signor Arditi are accus-
tomed to render the music intrusted to their execu-
tion, and was enthusiastically encored. The cast
was strong.; the artistes were in their best voice,
and exerted themselves with such a will as ob-
tained the warm approbation of the audience.
The choruses were, as usual, perfection. Mr.
Santley exceeded himself, if possible, and in addi-
tion to the pleasure derived from hearing this now
unrivalled baritone, a deep debt of gratitude is due
to him from those who filled the theatre for his cool-
ness in arresting a panic arising from a trifling fire,
which was almost immediately extinguished, but
which, but for the power of his voice and the sense
of security inspired by his manner, might have pro-
duced the most lamentable results. The opera has
been put upon the stage in a style of magni#cence
rarely equalled, and the scenery is a fresh triumph
for Mr. Telbin. Although this great masterpiece
of Mozart did not produce any lasting impression
when performed at Drury Lane and Covent Gar-
den Theatres, we have no doubt that the sweetness
and variety of
,the music, combined with the
strength of the cast and grandeur of the mise en
scene, will secure it the success it so richly merits.

MORNING CONCERT.—Last Saturday, at Hanover-
square Rooms, a concert was given on behalf of Signor
Giuglini. It was well attended, and very successful in its
style. Several artistes of eminence appeared on the occa-
sion, and their performances gave universal satisfaction.
Madame Grisi was there, and of course elicited great ap-
plause. She performed on two occasions, so that the
audience were highly favoured. Madame Arabella God-
dard also appeared, and met with her usual success in her
unrivalled execution. A trio, in which Miss Louisa Pyne
sang with .Mme. Grisi and Signor Staquo, was also highly
appreciated, and Signor Piatti was deservedly welcomed.
Altogether the affair went off very well, and this is espe-
cially gratifying when we remember the object which was
held in view.

TIIE MALTA AND ALEXANDRIA TELEGRAPH.—
The Malta and Alexandria line has been leased to the
Telegraph Construction and Maintenance Company for a
period of 40 years. The lessees oblige themselves to pay
Government £15,000 a year for the rent of the line, and to
keep it in proper repair, anddeliver it over to Government,
after the expiration of the above term, in good working
order. Mr. George Gibson, Government superintendent at
Malta hitherto under terms of the old lease, is, it is stated,
under orders to return to his department in the Board of
Trade. The activity displayed by this officer during the
frequent repairs of the Benghazi Alexandria peak= are
highly acaraendad.

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