The Sun.
London, England, 1859-02-05 00:00:00

CITY OF LONDON THEATRE.

A domestic drama, under the title of " Waiting
for the Verdict," taken from Soloman's celebrated
Picture, has been produced at this well-conducted
establishment with signal success. 'We never re-
collect witnessing such a complete triumph. In
several scenes there is scarcely a dry eye in the
theatre, so impressive is the acting of Mr. W.
Searle and Mr. Edmiston Shirra. The latter gen-
tleman is rising rapidly in public favour, whilst
Mr. Searle is firmly established. The acting,
also, of Miss Augusta Clifton is thoroughly
appreciated by the audience, if we may judge
from the applause sho nightly receives. The
comic acting of Mr. 'William Gommersal and
Miss M. Victor is a gem, perfectly convulsing
the audience, especially in their duets. Mr. Saville
and Mrs. Archer made the most of two very un-
pleasant parts. The piece is admirably mounted ;
the trial scene is the most perfect set ever witnessed
011 the stage, and carried out most fearfully true to
nature. The picture is most excellently struck.
Mr. Nelson Lee's 205th comic pantomime continues
its triumphant career. We advise all who wish
for a first-class entertainment to visit the City of
Condon Theatre, Messrs. Johnson and Nelson Lee
being capital caterers.

TESTIMONIAL TO THE EDITOR OF THE " LAW ,
TIMEs.9,—A testimonial from the Solicitors of England
and Wales has just been presented to the "Editor of the
-Law Times." It is a large silver centrepiece, consisting of
a richly chased vase standing on a square plinth, with four
Panels for the inscription and armorial bearings. It is sup-
ported by four heraldic horses in frosted silver. The in-
scription is as follows :—The Testimonial of the Solicitors
of England and Wales, to Edward William Cox, Esq., pre-
sented in recognition of his unwearied and successful en-
deavours, as Editor of " the Law Times " to promote the
mental, moral and social advancement of their branch of
the Legal Profession. 1858. It was designed and manu-
factured by Mr. Metcalf Hopgood, of 202, Bishopsgate-
street, on whose taste and skill it reflects the greatest
rediti
Professor W. Sterndale Bennett's new cantata,
"The May Queen," will be performed at the St. James's
Hall on Wednesday evening next, February 9th, on which
Occasion Mr. Sims Reeves will sing the tenor music for the
first time in London. This will be the first performance of
Dr. Bennett's extremely clever work since its represents_
tion. at Windsor Castle, and there can be no doubt that the
interest already excited will ensure a large and fashionable
attendance. The band and choir of the Vocal Association,
under the direction of M. Benedict, will number 400 per-
ormers.
FATAL ACCIDENT.—An accident, we regret to
say, attended with fatal consequences, occurred on Thurs-
dap in connection with the opening of Parliament. A
la Y named Margaret Bruce, who resided at Kingsland-
green, was standing near the corner of Parliament-street
tearnodwl3driwdags very dense,
to witness the procession, where the
when suddenly a rush took place,
and she was forced to the ground, and when extricated she
was
in
an insensible condition. She was taken without
delay to Westminster Hospital, and attended by the house
ge9lll Who prolloluzeed life to be extinct,