The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1844-12-28

lhE oPkRAs-l o.hiSut We nave REPEALED, ~
Pswitosi, which, next to the Lnresia Borgia, IL
the most popular ofera yet produced by the present
company. The popularity Of the Lucrssia is owing
as well to the very strong cast, 10 the merits OF
the opera itself II is, indeed under the present
most attractive performance, and
we regret that the illness OF Signora Pico has pre-
vented Its repetition Notwithstanding together,
as II does, our two prime donnes in one piece.
The merits Of each OF these ladies' are of diff
ferent Class, and render direct critical compari.
son between them unnecessary. In general terms,
We may say that Borghese is fine actress, an
even and reliable singer, a matchess arttste, Of
infalible accuracy Of tone, and splendid vocaliza-
ton while Signora Pico is an amateur in acting,
has magnificent, but uneven, mezs0 soprano
voice, is sometimes wonderfully rich and pure in
her style and execution, but at others false and
out OF tune. She is, in short, controlled by the
impulses and little emergencies Of the moment,
and exhibits slight inequality in the character Of
her acting and singing Valtelna is an original in
his way In particular, he cannot bear to be ap-
plauded He hates it, cordially; and he never
comes of the stage with applause at his heels but
in towering passion. Sanquirico and Perozzi,
on the other hand. are always calm and
even tempered, and their performances ex-
hibit firmness and constancy most pleasurable
10 those who know how to enjoy a fine opera.
Antogninl is finished artist.
The present company, altogether, is an excellent
one. capable of producing very successfully any
opera now on the stage; and, having got through
with their amiable squabbes Of last year, which
heretofore injured them and the Italian Opera ITSELF
they live together now in the happest manner pos
sible, and upon terms Of the strickest democratic
brotherhood We hope they will be wise enough
to let this promising state Of things continue, and
give the public an opportunity Of forgetting (Which
il is rapidly doing) its old disikes. They may thus
reasonably hope that their patronage will be great
ly increased, and that they will eventually realize
handsome rewards for their patience and persever-
ance.
We see, however, that certain sneaking critics
In the evening papers, OF the oyster cellar caibrs
are still trying their best to create difficulties and
dissensions among the troupe We hope neither
Of the primadonna' is guilty Of aiding OF abeting
this foolish business, which only have the eli.
feet of breaking up the whole concern, destroying
the prospects Of the Italian Opera in this city for
years to come, and displeasing the public, who
have right to feel aggrieved at being made the
unwilling spectators Of these quarrels. We are
sure that gentlemanly critic, and no decent man
would be found housing about behind the scenes,
and poking his long nose or dirty imperiale into
the green-room, TO find out how much salary such
an actress received, or why another should receive
more than her neighbors. The artists have made
their own arrangements, and are all going on very
happily together. In the name OF deceAcy and
c0nrnOn ssnap then let our sunnld ha uito ond
can't be gentlemen" who hang like leeches to the
of the daily press, find some other
subject for the theme Of their oyster cellar specu.
lations and small beer criticism
PARK THEATRE.-NR ANpERsog.-A fierce and
bitter snow storm set in yesterday afternoon, and
continued throughout the evening with great fury
Notwithstanding this, however, there was a
crowded house at the Park, to witness the last ap-
pearance of Mr. Anderson, who has made himself
very popular at this establishment. He is young
man, OF fine intellect, good appearance and natu-
,al and buoyant manner, very fresh and grateful,
after the dry, artistical mechanism of Macready
md the gigantic melodrama of Forrest. BY the
way, Mr.. Forrest failed to draw good houses du
ing his last engagement at the Park and, as il
vas then we'll known that he intended shortly to
,ist Europe, it was clear that he was not regard.
"a by the habituSes Of that establishment as an
lctor ot high order OF merit. Mr.. Anderson
:ame almost unannounced, and soon made his
way, by the sheer force OF his own merit, to
legree Of popularity not surpassed by any be-
ore the American public.
3rother," an adaptation from Beaumont and
Fletcher, by Mr.. Anderson himself, and the La
" Of Lyons" The first is an excellent piece,
although Just two acts too long. Ifitwe to close
il the end Of the third act, where the den@ument
eally takes place, every body would be delighted.
q this play, as well as in the Lady of Lyons, Mr..
anderson exhibited all his more popular Qualities,
tut in our opinion not his highest capabilities =
We think we see IN him The elements OF loitier
ange OF excellence in his profession He is still
ute young, and may fairly hope to win the top
most round in the ladder OF fame.
We do not think II necessary to enter into an
Elaborate criticism of the performances last eve
ing. and merely record our general impressions,
4 the audience. Al the Gloss OF the last piece,
Ar. Anderson was loudly called for from all parts
t the house. He came before the curtain, and
elivered the following very brief speech:--
hich hardly realize from the many Ia nights
hat had to my prior engag nents-hat my hour il at
angth inevitably come. must now, indeed, bid you
our unexampled kindness. have one consol alton in
artng from you that your kindness warrants hope
hat may live little in yonr remembrance can, in
cONp
said OF the beauty OF Cleopatra Time cannot alter
|, stale its infinite va,etyv Ladies and gen.
lemen, your most grateful servant bids you FAREWELL"
Miss Clara Ellis was then called for, and came
IN, led by Mr.. Deschapees, and bowed low, hest
ating, and evidently desiring to make speech,
ut too much embarrassed and agitated to open
Ter lips, greatly to the disappointment of the au-
Hence, who were on tiptoe to hear her. However,
ct her take heart and hope for better luck next
lme.
INTERESTING FROM CAPE HAYTIEN. from
his place to the 18th inst. have been received
Annexed is an extract Of letter, dated 10th
Instant
U. brig somers, Commander Gerry arrived here,
I'D ul, on mission relative TO the imprisonment Of
captain Vigures. The dominance received with
treat courtesy BY the suhores all doc referring
the were laid before him, and, after thorough
'estga,ion oil he STAIR the Comm der expressed him
e entirely Satisfied with their proceedings Statutes
we're then exchanged and the a7h the somers sailed
or st. Jogo de Cuba ia the Mole II is due to the CO.
,ernment to say that all other legal business was
rdered to be suspended until this was disposed Of
Political affairs have ell along been quiet but to-day
umor 10 current Of new expedition against the Spanish
Of Island said oF md