The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1846-04-24

italian OpERA.-What Is the reason we cannot
have an Italian opera here, and obtain short en-
oyment in the delicious spring time of year, before
the summer heats come on, driving us from the
city to all the mountainous places where cool,
refreshing breezes are to be found 7 Madame Plco
is here in fine health and spirits; and, we UNDER
stand the rest of the troupe Is expected every day,
comprising Perozzi, Antognini, valtelin, Tomasi,
and Madame Valtellini Here are the materials of
an Italian company, if any Of our managers have
the enterprise to commence negotiations for the
"whoe or none"-for 40, or "a 40.
If an Italian troupe should be formed, we think
the Park Theatre would be the most eligible place
for their exhibitions. 1t large, cool and airy, and
is now managed with great tact and business
talents. Ifa the fashionable world, including visi-
tiers, would stir up, short, but brilliant season,
for the opera, might be begun
Previous to these arrangements, however, 1t is
expected that Madame Pico should give a concert
for her own benefit, and in order to give her old
friends an opportunity Of showing her their atten
tons.
II is said that Perabeau, the musical teacher, is
ambitious of giving concert, in order to play some
Of De Meyers pieces, but that he wants Madame
Pico's assistance to fill the house. With all due
Difference to these ambitious intentions, we think
Madame Pico should avail herself of her freshness
and popularity, and not extend it for those to whom
it does not belong. First, let US have a concert,
and then let the fashionable world try to get up the
opera in the shortest time, at the Park Theatre.
TheatricaIs.
PAaK THEArRE.-Mr. Hackett appeared again last
evening in hts favorte character Of Falsta in Shaks
peares tragedy Of Henry the Fourth" If it were
possible Mr. Hackett exceeded himself in delinea-
ting this most humorous character and proved to the
tons Of the immortal author carried out, in
which ne himself if living, would applaud. He
"erry Wives OF Windsor = and to those who have not
yet seen Mr.. Hackeu If any there be, would say,
they desrous of enjoying it, they must visit the
Park this evening" as It is the last Of Mr. Hacketts ap
pearance.
BowERY THEArRE.-The tragedy of Jane Shore, y
performed last nigh. at the Bowery in most credit
able The hoxse quite well filed, and the
acting highly sppauded. We could find no fault with
Mr. scotts "Gloster," his occasionally assuming
an attitude akinbo. which certainly was rather un.
graceful for personating coury prince Great credit
due Mr. Clarke for hi. performance Of" Lord Hast
else she Does excellent The enterprng manager,
(Mr Jackson) offers capital bill onight The trag edy
Like Master Like Man, are ali to be performed.
There be doubt that these great attractions will
draw crowded house.
New GREENWICH THEATRE.-The unprecedented sue.
which has attended the performances this
since its opening the evidence Of the just appre
citation of its excellent management under thu enter
prisng propretors by the admirers of the drama up
town" We have had frequently occasion to notice.
with much satisfaction the attractive bills which have
Temiinson- embracing a host Of dramatic talent, q
udicious selection Of the young and rising actors Of the
day with always " star" who. under the admirable
direction Of the stage manager, Grattan have drawn
full and crowded houses nightly. The opening of a
theatre in this popuous neghborhood Ind been long felt
desderaum and is highly credtable to the entire
vicinity that il has met with such cordial support The
play last night was Jonathan Doubikins," in which
Yankee Hill shone out in his most brilliant style, and
was well supported by Mrs. lakewood az Mary The
we'll known and acknowledged ability Of Hill display
drslIery noiue humor and broad comic wit conyused
the entire house, which was we'll filed during his
performance while Mary did her part to the life Such
evening" spent in seeing Yankee Hill Doubikins,
would alone dssipate the blue devils and act as
antdote to ennu, but is calculated to cheat the
Notions" Yankee Hill was equally effective Major
Wheeler, and was well supported by Mrs Mcneil as
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ahead, and we heartily wish it God speed common
with all young aspirants for public favor who possess
double Cracovienne with much animation, which had
very good effect The orchestra also performed with
the evening. The boxes were fashionabiy thronged,
and the house was allied to lts utmost capacity.
VAN AMsuRoHs MENAoERrE.-The celebrated collsc.
ton ofanimals being exhibited by Mr. Van Ambugh
at the corner of Eighth street and Lafayette Place.
this city has drawn crowds of vstants during the
and continues to be visited BY thousands Of citizens Of
both sexes anxious to witness the extraordinary per.
formances of Mr. Van Amburgh with his animals The
place of exhibition Is an immense oblong tent, both
ends and one side Of which are occupied by the
ra0 nf aid a ri qa
above the other for the accommodation Of the spec
tators During the exhibition, Mr.. Van AmburGh shows
the perfect dociy to which he has brought these fierce
brutes by entering the cages Of the lions and tigers,
lying down among them, and toying with them, with
kitten. He occasionally forces open their jaws and
makes them not gently as any sucking dove but
with such unequvocal strength Of lungs to put the
commences OF the breed beyond all question. The
exhibition 10 we'll worth visit II exhibits in striking
light. the supremacy Of mind over matter-the moral
power which reason enables man to exercise over
greatly superior brute force. Morever the exhibition
comprises some of the finest specimens Of animate
nature ever before brought together. Indeed we saw
turenot in cages-at the exhibition last EVENING" We
understand that the exhibition will positively close
Saturday evening" and therefore advise those who
have not as yet visited It, to do 80 Immediately.
DE- MEYrR.-We are gratiisd to learn that upon the
arrival Of this distinguished artist in New Orleans he
met with most unexpected proof Of the high estimation
in which he is held, the first pianist Of the age The
evening Of his arrival the orchesras Of Of
windows at the St. Charles Hotel and RECALLED him with
splendid serenade. Upon his appearance, in acknow-
Judgement Of this crafty ing compliment he greeted
with demonstrations OF unboundei applause, and the
hearted and delighted clans poured forth their
admiration Of the great artist in hearty cheers for he
great De Meyer The musicians Of New Orleans have
done themselves honor in thus honoring this great
steal genius II is gratifying to see men who them
selves oDg steep assent to the temple Of fame,
thus showing their appreciation Of that exalted genius
which has enabled this great artist to reach at such
early period in life, the innermost shrine Of the fame
This compliment Hatterng As it was, Is but prestige
OF the brilliant reception which awaits De Meyer when
he appears before the New Orleans public. His first
concert was to have of few days SINCE and in
tense anxiety manifested to hear the lion pianist
The excitement was considerably heightened by the
delay his frs appearance, which to have taken
place Immediately on his arrival, but which
vodably postponed in consequence OF the nonarrivsl
Of one Of his pianos which have been sent
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