The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-07-11

9th q Sth " ....Wm. s. Coe.
Thestriesl and Musical.
BowEnY THEArRE.-Miss Taylor's benefit last even.
ing a tremendous affair the house was crowded
from pit to gallery and the splendid spectacle Of the
Naiad Queen' with the charming beneficiary in the
principal character went of with very great applause
J. H. Hail. as the bold Baron of the Rhine, and Burke,
his comical Squire who meets with such series Of ad
ventures among the Maids, and all the rest Of the
characters well represented The songs Of Miss
Taylor in the of the spectacle really beau
ful Tho scenery decorations Nc were all new and
the 8. Wizard of the Wave'' concluded the perform
ances, and went off handsomely ever. Tho
crowded and enthusiastic audience Of last evening
will doubt be replaced by equally crowded one
tonight, the same attractive pieces are to be per-
formed.
NrBLo's, Asron PLAcE.-The far-famed dramatic
ballet pan tomime, entitled "Jocko, the Brazilian Ape'
the performances here last evening" before
a crowded house. Mons Marcetti as Jocko, kept the
audience convulsed with laughter by his astonishing
performance of agility and mischevous feats through.
out the entertainment. Ilr. Schmidt as Fernandez,
the Brazilian planter acquitted himself with his usual
ability and talent Mile Mathilda, as Cava, young
Indian, also sustained the part with much success
The Brazilians peasants, &C. &c. were also well per-
sonated by full and efficient corps de ballet The at
fractions nightly presented here the high talents Of
the company who perform and the enterprsing spirit
Of the proprietor, must always ensure 1t that high
share 5of public patronage which 1t justly enjoys,
tive.
CHATHAM THEATRE =" Clari, the Maid of Milan,'u
the first piece last evening, and Miss Mestayer
went through the part of Clara with much grace.
Her song of q Home, Sweet Home,' that favorite
and beautiful melody was received with most
in every heart. The "Glance at New York" followed,
with as much success usual; and the numerous
diences that gather at the Chatham every evening,
seem if they never see enough Of Nose; they
must make the most of him. however this week. the
theatre will close after next Saturday evening we IN
"Glance at New York." and the "Morning of Life"
will form the entertainments for this evening; Miss
Mestayer will play in the two first pieces, and the little
DENNIS Winans, and the strength Of the company win
appear in the last. rif
Burrows THEArRE-Last night, this theatre Gate
Palmos) opened for the season, under the most fat
tering and favorable auspices A numerous audience
filled the boxes parterre and galleries. to witness the
various performances Great expectations raised
by such names as Brougham, for stage manager; Bur-
ton, acting manager; Loder, musical directors and
Fredericks ballet master. Nor the high raised
expectations of the public disappointed This theatre
beautiful resort, and comfortable place Of pub
lie amusement. The new company which has been
selected will bear comparison with that Of any theatre
burletta of Maidens Beware delighted the audience.
She rapturously appauded, and loudly called for
highly entertaining farce Of Raising the Wind was
admirably performed. Mr.. Crisp, as Jeremy Diddler,
surpassed every one we have ever seen in this dim
cult character. His performance was masterpiece,
and the applause and delight Of the audience
such to prove that his talent was well
appreciated The Irish Dragoon," . new farce, was
perfectly successful nor could It be otherwise with
such real and genuine talent as that which Mr..
Brougham displayed In addition to all these pieces,
the Vennose troupe performed some Of their best
Dances and upon the whole, the opening was crowned
with great success, aording highly fatterng pros
pect for the future This little theatre from what We
Jaw last night bids fair become the favorte and
fashionable resort of the down town gentry. The en-
terprising manager and talented company fully de-
serve the which doubt not they will meet
with. For this evenings entertainments we refer to
advertisement and bills.
CAsrLE GAnpEN.-The very fine weather which We
enjoyed last night, attracted numerous friends Of
Messrs French Heiser to their place Of
The entertainments consisted Of the comedietta Of
the {. Post of Honor, the characters of which
perfectly sustained by Messrs. Holland Nickinson,
Mrs. Vernon, and Miss Nickinson. The Indian Club
bee gave, afterwards, wild concert Of his own music,
the flute and Saucepaniana," and the whole per-
formance concluded with the caricature sketch Of
the Boarding SCHOOL, in which all the pretty ladies
of the choruses appeared to their best advantage.
The great patronage this fine place Of resort Is receive
ing is fitting reward for the exertions and enterprise
ofMessrs French Heser whose ndefatgabe cxertions
constantly ut work to the public Thes cries
of amusement for this evening will be most elegant
and refined
MAURICE SrRAKoseHs CoNc ERr.-Last evening this
inimtabe performer the pianoforte gave of his
delightful concerts at the Female Academy, Brooklyn.
He was assisted by Miss Julia L. Northall, who sang
the "Captive Greek Girl" very sweety, as also the
beautiful cavatna, "NelrOpera Parisana," by Doni-
zet which she rendered with thrilling execution and
sweet information. The aria, "On the Banks Of the
Granddaughter" by Bale, which. rs sung by Madame
Bishop at the Park met with the most enthusiastic
cheers, executed with great sweetness by Miss
Northa Strakosch in fantasia on favorte airs from
Bellini, and composed by himself, displayed all the
power and beauties which this instrument Is capable
Of, when touched by the fingers Of true genius. His
performance of the Sextuor Finale, Ernan elected
repeated cheers but II ever the plano was made to
speak the language of music his execution last night
Of the difficult and beautiful piece 1.-THE Carnival Of
Venice" was the most thrilling and sublime effort We
have heard The aria from Otello' for tho left
hand alone, wonderful. This followed by q
which Is called "Thc Storming of Monterrey and
dedicated, by M. Strakosch. to General Taylor. The
performance Of elixir dAmour' wound up the
evening mt, and tho audience separated
execution Of the great pianist We have seldom wit
messed such enthusiasm ms prevailed throughout the
entire performance Several beautiful bouquets
thrown to NJ. Strakosch. At the request Of several
highly respectable families he will give another
cert at the Female Academy on Thursday evening
next when we have little doubt but that the room will
be crowded.
The SrEyERMAnKIscHE MUSICAL COMPANY gave
their ninth grand instrumental concert last evening"
Mt the Tabernacle, before highly delighted auditory
the day, with infinite taste and execution The fol.
lowing received with much applause and Frede-
rick Williams Garden Polka" was encored -" Swe-
dish Parade, March," overture to the " Crown Dia-
monde" Bouquet waltz" introduction to q Beisa
RIO, Festival Quadrilles' first finale from Don
Juan.n The tenth concert will be given tomorrow
"wednesday evening.
CHRrsTY's MINsTRrLs-The tins IL drawing nigh
for the departure Of these inimtable singerbut ve
more evenings remain; those therefore, who have not