The Sun.
London, England, 1846-12-26 00:00:00

THEATRE ROYAL, DRURY-LANE.
The eminent PANTOMIME THEATRE, and the FIRST PANTO-
MIME COMPANY.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed BaM's Opera, entitled THE BONDMAN.
ltr &Mule de Vernon, Mr. Weiss ; Floreville, 'Air. Rafter ; Morliere,
'-Ir. Horneastie ; Lt. Valliere, Mr. Galli ; Ardeuford, Mr. Harrison;
Itfal-a-Propos, Mr. Harley; Madame Corinne, Miss Romer; Grisette,
Alba Rebecca Isaacs.
*After which vrillsbe produced the Grand Comic Christmas Panto-
be:ng a mixture of the istorical and legendary, entitled
re&RLEQUIN AND ST. GEORGE AND THE DRAGON. The
Overture and Music composed by Mr. R. Hughes; the new and ex-
tensive Scenery by Mr. Grieve, Mr. Telbin, and numerous as-
sistants ; the Tricks and Transformations by Mr. Blamire ; the Ma-
chinery by Mr. R. Sloman - the Dresses by Mrs. Bovey, Mrs. Balls,
slid a host of auxiliaries. The whole produced under the superin-
tendence of Mr. W. West.
Scene 1. ABODE OF KALYBA, THE ENCHANTRESS.—Date and lo-
cality not exactly known, but considered by the Antiquarian Society
to have been discovered " somehow or other," " some time or other,"
rear "somewhere or other " Kalyba (the Euchaetress, not by Belle,
mistress of all the elements, except those of " Arithmetic," having
quite miscalculated her power), Mr. H. Herneastle ; Fiends and Fu-
ries (illustrating a common expression of speech, with anything but
a common expression of countenance), Messrs. J. W, Morgan, Burt,
Connell, and H. Payne ; Earth, Air, Fire, and Water, (the four Ele-
ments, with a strong love of mischief), by Dealers in each ; the
March of Intellect (travelling " incog." as." Young England," a true
Lit of British blbod, by Intellect out of Industry, dam by Science,
out of Perseverance, has never been beaten, and can be matched
against anything), Miss Annie Payne.—How the March of Intellect
p tys a " flying visit" to Kalyba ; and how, being empowered by the
Committee on NatiOnal Education, he gives the old lady sudden no-
tice to quit, by as suddenly changing the premises to
Scene 2. INTERIOR OF INFANT SEFIOOL.-sehoolmaster, Mr. Big-
wig, *ho, at the request of his " Illustrious Visitor," gives the boys
a half-holiday on the occasion.
Scene 3. EXTERIOR, AND BARBACAN OF COVENTRY CASTLE.—
The Earl of Coventry (Lord High Steward of England, and his own
into the bargain), Mr. Mazzoni ; the Countess of Coventry (a good
housewife, and supposed to have been the investor of the ce'ebrated
" Coventry Cake"), Miss Haines ; Head Nurse (with a good character
from her last "deck), Mr. Cheel ; Master George (afterwards cele-
brated for a oattle he fought with a dragon, but at present without
any know)edge of " arms," except his nurse's), Miss Marks ; Masters
Andrew, David. Patrick, Denis, James, Anthony (very youthful
knights, but destined, with their " cousin George," to astonish the
natives by ttnd by as " The Seven Champions of Christendom"), Mas-
ters Coyle, Savell, Dix, Webb, Desborg, Francis.—How the youthful
St. George is feted on his birth-day—how he makes his" first," and
nearly his " last " appearance is public on the occasion—how his
"cousins " Andrew, David, Patrick, Denis, James, and Anthony
come to s ish hire many happy returns of the day—and how Kalyba
shows her " love of children" by taking the " whole brood under
her wing."
NOTICE,—.. Nothinge material to our historic" occurring during
a period of fifteen years, the author trusts that the audieice will al-
low hint to cut it, and come again to
Scents 4. Keeesee House OF Connie-nos !—St. George of Eng-
land (a rum'un to look at, but a rare'un to go), Mr. W. H. Payne ;
St. Andrew of Scotland, St. David of Wales, St. Patrick of Ireland
St. Denis of Franca, St. James of Spain, St. Anthony of Italy (all
pretty much of the same kidney !) Mr. Heath, Mr. Douglas, Mr.
Marks, Mr. Chapino, Mr. Sanger, Mr. J. Haynes.—How St. George
and his bro'her champions (considerably grown since their last ap-
pearance in public) are kept in durance vile, and on " very short
commons" by Kalyba—how Kalyba pops her affections on St. George
who " can't abide her"—in short, how—hut we won't anticipate—
merely observing, that the upshot is the Downfall of Kalyba, and
the Emancipation of the Seven Champions of Christendom !
Scene S. DOVER Roane—How the Seven Champions of Christen-
dom set out for their respective destinations—" the management
having, in the handsomest manner," made special arrangements for
that purpose with the various " Metropolitan Conveyance Com-
panies."

Scene 6. BANES or TILE FlLE.—Almanzor, King of Morocco (his
own Lord High Admiral, Commander-in-Chief, &e., on his way to
King Ptolemy's Court, to court King Ptolemy's daughter), Mr. T.
Matthews ; Ptolemy, King of Egypt (rather a remote ancestor of
Ihrahim Pacha, better known as Abraham Parker), Mr. Priorson.
Moorish Sailors, Attendants on King Ptolemy, &c. How Almanzor
came to Egypt to be married—the Princess having a decided objec-
tion to their being " bound in Morocco ;" and how St. George, not
Laving even " dipped" into the question of " lights," runs his
steamer on shore, and saves himself on the funnel.
Scene 7. GRAND HALL IN THE PALACE OF PTOLEICF THE FIRST,
ICING or EGYPT.—The Princess Sabra, Mr. Hance, about to be mar-
ried to the King of Morocco, but patriotically devoting herself to the
digestive organs of the Dragon (a gentleman, whose prodigious
allowance of jaw enables him to speak for himself ), Mr. Wiehrid.
How this " marriage in high life" is suddenly interrupted by the
Dragon, who, not only forbids the banns ; but elopes with the bride;
thereby plunging " her illustrious parents and several families of dis-
tinction at the west-end of the town into the deepest affliction," &c.
(vide Morning Papers).

lIOTAL PEOCLAMITION.
" Who'll kill the dragon ? I " Or me he shall gorge •
I, says St. George, I'll kill the dragon."—Old MS.
Arming of St. George for the approaching Fight. Latest odds at
the "Corner," 1,000 to • on the Dragon (taken). " May the best
man win."

Scene 8. THE DRAHON'S 'TAUNT IN THE DESOLATE VALLEY.—
How the Dragon introduces the Princess Sabra to his " country
quarters;" how St. George follows on horseback (the railroad not
being quite finished) ; how he and the Dragon fall in, and then fall
out. The Battle (for particulars of which keep your eyes fixed on
Messrs. Payne and Wieland). How the result of the last round not
only elevates St. George to the " Crown" of Egypt and the " five
shilling pieces" of England, but at the same time introduces the
audience to
Scene 9. Gleam) HALL oe CHIVALRY.—IIOW St. George receives
the " Battle Money" (alias the hand of the Princess Sabra). Re-
appearance of the March of Welled. Introduction of Old Friends
in New Characters.
Harlequin .. . • Mr. Howell, C10wn.... Mr. T. Matthews.
Pantaloon.... • Mr. Priorson. I Columbine Miss Hicks.
Scene 10. DEALER IN CURIOSITIES AND IRONMONGER ♦ND CUT-
/lies SHOP.—lmproved Surgical Instruments. " Holding the mirror
up to nature." " Families furnished" on a novel principle. A loud
I:eport on the New Houses of Parliament. A fashionable complaint
hies to the Clown's head.
Scene 11- CORNCHANDLER'S SHOP AND GRANARY.—More ways than
ens of being "in clover." Specimen of the very best "Britannia
metal." Plenty of "game" :11 high preservation. Cabinet measures
and corn measures. A lot of " chaff " in both. Harlequin gives
Clown " the sack." Abundant specimens of the New Tariff.
Scene 12. Stamm VILLAS AND NURSERY GROUND. —" To be let, to-
gether or separate." Ethiopian Serenaders provided on the shortest
notice. " Get out of the way, Old Dan Tucker," and make way for
" patent elastic India-rubber boots." Effects of " putting your feet
In it." The Spanish marriage horticulturally illustrated. Spanish
lint and Orleans plum. " A plague o' both your houses."
Scene 13. TINMAN ♦ND TAILOR'S SHOPS.—The original little Tin
Kettle. Water always hot. A grate mistake. " Going out a shoot-
ing." Grand Experiments in Gun Cotton, ending in an awful Catas-
trophe.

Scene 14. INTERIOR OF 131ITISII AND FOREIGN TOY WAREHOUSE.—
Toys for the Million. Magic Cards. How to " cut and shuffle."
Jack in the Box and out of it. First-rate teem and turn out. "See
the Conquering Hero comes."
Scene 15. Tan STATUS AS IT IS ; or, Wellington at Hyde-park-
corner.

Scene 16. Trtz S•re'rve es IT WAS ; or, Wellington at Waterlo•.
Look here upon this picture, and on this."

THEATRE ROYAL, HAYMARKET.
Under the Management of Mr. B. Webster, sole Lessee.
THIS EVENING

Will be performed a new and original Drama, called THE
ROUND OF WRONG. Sir Arthur Foljambe, Mr. Stuart ; Lichen,
Mr. Rogers; Reuben Gwynne, Mr. Webster ; Ducks, Mr. Buck-
stone; Harwood, Mr. Howe ; Lady Charlotte Willoughby, Mrs.
Clifford ; Mary Ryland, Miss Fortescue ; Jenny, Miss Woalds.

After which the New .Comic Drama of STORY TELLING ; or,
Novel Effects. In which Messrs. Farren, Buckstone, :hiss
aed Mrs. Humby will appear.

To conclude with (first time) an Original Grand Fairy Extrava-
ganza of the INVISIBLE PRINCE ; or, the Island of Tranquil
Delights. Principal characters by Mr. James Bland, 'Lliss P. Horton,
Mrs. L. S. Buckingham, Miss Reynolds, and Miss Julia Bennett.

THEATRE ROYAL, LYCEUM.
Under the Management of Mrs. Keeley.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed a Drama, founded on the New Christmas
Annual of Charles Dickens, Esq., and adapted to the stage (by the
exclusive permission of the author, from the proof sheets) by Albert
Smith, Esq.. called TIIE BATTLE OF LIFE. Principal elm-
*acters by Messrs. Leigh Murray, Turner, F . Matthews, F. Vining,
Meadows, Keeley ; Mrs. Woollidge, Miss Daly, Miss May, Miss
Grove, Miss Foster, and Mrs. Keeley.
To conclude with a New Comic Pantomime, entitled THE BUT-
TERFLY'S BALL. Harlequin (Ist time), Mr. John Lauri ; Clown,
Mr. J. W. Coler ; Pantaloon, Mr. Gough ; Columbine, Miss Laid-
Law ; Attendant Sprites, Masters. C. and F. Lauri.

THF.ATRE ROYAL, ADELPIII.
UNDER TIIE DIRECTION OF MADAME CELESTE.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed an original romantic Drama, ealled CO-
-I.OMBA, THE CORSICAN SISTER. characters supported by
Madame Celeste, Mrs. Yates ; Messrs. ~Wright, Worrell, Bedford,
U. Smith, &c.

Itetwel;nthe pieces the celebrated ENTORTILATIONISTS, Mr.
John Lees and his three Pupils—the Masters Hanlons, will ex-
hibit their wonderful Jeux. Gymnastiques.
After which a grand Fairy Spectacle, founded on the Ballet
o.f LA GISELLE, entitled THE PHANTOM DANCERS ; or, the
%trills Bride. .Principal characters by Mr. Wright, Mr. P. Bedford.
0. Smith, Mr. Cullenford, Madame Celeste, Miss Marian Taylor,
hiss Emma Harding, Miss Ellen Chaplin, and Mrs. Laws.

PRINCESS'S THEATRE, OXFORD-STREET.
J. M. Maddox, sole Lessee and Manager.
THIS ETENING
Will be per'ormed a Drama, in two acts, called BLANCHE DE
VALMT. The characters will be supported by .Messrs. Granby,
11. Hughes, J. 'Vining, S. Cowell, llonner ; Mrs. Stirling, and Mrs.
11. Hughes.
In the course of the evening Professor HEMMING and his ta-
lented CHILDREN will go through their wonderful performances.
After which, a new and original Musical Romance, entitled
THE SEVEN MAIDS OF MUNIM ; or, The Ghost's Tower.
C.d. Bertrand, Mr. C. Fisher ; Capt. d'Armincourt, Mr. Allen ;
Capt. Bellejamba, Mr. Leffler; Lieut. Adolphe, Mr. Wynn; Cornet
Grosdos, Mr. Compton ; Baron Bristlebach, Mr. Walton ; Bumps,
3lr. Honner; Seven Maids of Munich, Misses Sara Flower, Rourke,
E. Honner, filincks, Millar, L. Marshall, Laporte ; Uriel, Miss
3:arshall ; Madame Groutz, Mrs. Fosbroke.
To conclude with a new Grand Comic Chrstmas Pantomime:enti-
tled The ENCHANTED BEAUTIES of the GOLDEN CASTLE;
The One-eyed Geni. Harlequin, Mr. Bologna; Pantaloon, Mr.
T-tulo ; Columbine, Miss Burbidge ; Sprite, Mr. 11. Marshall ;
Clown, Mr. Flexmore.

FRENCH PLAYS.—ST. JAMES'S THEATRE.
Lessee, Mr. John Mitchell.
On MONDAY EVENING Next

Will be performed L'ECOLE DES MAIMS. Sganarelle, M.
Cartlgny ; Valere, M. Langeval ; Ergaste, M. Lucian ; Artiste,
F: ere de Sganarelle, M. Dorgebret ; tin Commissaire, M. Masquil-
lier Notaire, M. Pagenier ; Isabelle, Mademoiselle Angele ;
Eleonor, Madame Fougaet ; Lisetto, Mdlle. Khin.
After which, LE PARRALN. Darand Rentler (Le Parrein),
Perlet.
To conclude with MONSIEUR PIQUE A.SSIETTE. Pique-
Asslette, Monsieur l'erlet.
Boxes, Gs.; Pit, 3s. 6d. ; Stalls, 35.; Gallery, 2s. Doors opened at
half-past Seven, and the performances commence at Eight.

ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS, ST. JAMES'S THEATRE.
It is respectfully announced that this being Christmas--day,
there will bs no performance; but this Inimitable Entertainment
will be resumed THIS EVENING, and continued every Tues-
day, Thursday. and Saturday ; and, in compliance with nu-
merous applications, they will give a GRAND MORNING PER-
FORMANCE on WEDNESDAY NEXT, commencing at half-past
Two o'Ciock.— St. James's Theatre, Dec. 25.
Boxes, 4s_; Pit, 25.; Amphitheatre, 2s.
•

ASTLEY'S ROYAL AMI---iIiTtIEAT.R.
Proprietor, Mr. W. Batty,
Pa'ronised by her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen, Prince
Alpert, Prince of Wales, and Royal Family. Grand Christmis
Holiday Fetes. TO-MORROW EVENIN( (Boxing-Night), a
double rotation of Equestrian and Gym'iastic Novelties. The
"Demon Horse ; or, The Twelve Wish P-3 and the Charmed Bit."
Herr Neuparte, the great Dutch Bott:,e Equilibrist.
THIS EVEY,ING
Will be performed a grand new ',Eagical Equestrian Romance, en-
titled THE DEMON 210R531 or, The Twelve Wishes and the
Charmed Bit.
New and entire change In the SCENES of the CIRCLE.
To conclude with the Ovand Ghristmas Comic Fairy Pantomime,
entitled TIIE FORTY THIEVES; or, Harlequin and ♦li Baba and
the Robber's Cave. Clown, Mr. Rochez ; Harlequin, Mr. W. Har-
vey; Pantaloon, Mr. Laffarint ; Columbine, Miss Louisa Waite.
ttox-otlice open trout eleven till five o'clock.—Doors open at six
ant commence at half-past six o'clock.—Stage Manager, Mr. W.
Broadfoot.

ROYAL SURREY THEATRE.
Lessee, Mrs. Frances Davidge.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed an original Drama, entitled THE HAND OF
CARDS—GAME, LIFE, STAKES, DEATH. The characters will
be supported by the whole of the talented Company.
To conclude with a grand fairy Pantomime, called TIIE KING
OF THE CASTLE ; or, Harlequin in the Land of Dreams. liar-
min, Herr Deulin; Pantaloon, Herr R. DeWitt ; Columbine, Mdlle.
TReodere ; Clown, Herr E. Denlin.

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.
THIS EVENING
'll be performed THE BLACK DOCTOR. In which Miss Yin-
soot, Mrs. G. Lee, Miss L. Pearce, and Messrs. N. T. Hicks, Ed-
Wards, Bird, Searle, Forman, Sec., will perform.
After which will be produced a grand Christmas Pantomime, en-
THB BIRTH OF THE STEAM ENGINE ; or, Harlequin
1! Go-a-Head," and Joe Miller and his Men. Clown, Mr. T. Barry ;
Pantaloon, Signor Osmonde;
}Mlle. Adele Laud. M harlequin, M. Lupin° ; Columbine,

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Bohan Guemenec died on the 10th insatsanint
his chateauBlst in Bohemia. Prince Victor Louis w
having been born on the 20th of July, 1766. Et'ewait%
Prince of Guemenic, Duke of Bouillon, and Duke of
liontkazoU.