The New York herald., 1845-10-24
Thnatrlcals. &c.

PARK THEArRE.-Last evening Mr. Murdoch appeared
in the character Of "Othsllo" He received by his
friends with good deal of applause. There evidence
however of difference of opinion amongst the critics
relative to his merits and controversy is breaking out
in conversation which will probably show itself also in
the columns of the journals in short time Tho friends
of Mr. Murdock, from the intensity of their good feeling
may carry things far to create controversy rea
tive to the existence of his talent Such thing ought
to be avoided Mr. Murdook has the elements of good
actor. Whether he will be great actor remains
TO be een after he shall have gone through the full pro-
of study, practise and many years of toll
Leopold de Meyer appears tonight.
TEMrLrroS's EsrERrAISMESrs.-Temp introdu
ced us onWednesday evening to srWaer Scott. Never
did tho Harp of the North" ring in astonished
delighted The soul of Sir Walter seemed
burn in every bosom-so contagious genius. OF the
vocal illustrations nothing that could say would be
too much "Jock Of Hazeldean" drew forth rapturou
applause "Where shall the lover restr was given in
style which thrilled every listener But in "The Last
Words Of Marmion" the performer seemed excel him
SELF Here Is, indeed piece to try singer Requiring,
doss voice Of stupendous compass, the most deli
cate moduaton and the most appalling energy,-this
grand seemed composed for Tsmpleton alone But
his musical defamation enraptured the audience not
less did his powerful recitation Of the glorious lines
"Breathes there man with soul so dead 2"
Templeton is sublims-a musical Demosthenss. "All
lost" which proved that "Al won" last Friday
burst forth again in all its splendor The words of Ariel
IN Shakespeare, are Templetons own
"Bd me discourse, will enchant thine ear"
And music sloqusntly ydscoursed than In
the charming romance Young Lochinvar-wsdded,
characteristic martial air, the second part Of
which exceedingly graceful while the whole strict
ly original and sparkling. This favorite, to-
gether with the exquisite warblng song Twas Merry
twas merry in Fairy Land" still unpublished is we
derstsnd Of Mr.. Templeton's creation. Notwith-
standing the immense attraction of NJ de Meyer ut the
Park the house presented its usually crowded appear
At the conclusion of the entertainment Mr. Tenn.
petoR announced that Friday evening he would have
the honor OF again appearing before the public orr
gHal entertainment founded the history Of the unor
tunate and beautiful Mary Queen of Scots. The
nouncement was received with much applause
BowERY THEATRE.-Mr. Davenport, a very worthy
member of the company, at this theatre takes his bene
mt tonight and he presents most interesting BILL con-
sisng of" The Black Rangers" Merchant of Venice"
THE Blood Hounds and Every Body's Mess" We
trust this young actor will have crowded house. The
last time his name put up for benefit the house
unfortunately burned down, and he consequent
ly deprived of it. Let him have double one this time.
The ALHAMBRA.-The Ethiopian company draws
well at this house, and think it will prove lucky
hit for the managers. An evening certainly be
spent here with great deal Of pleasures tonight they
give the burlesQue of Shipde. .Heela."