The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-12-18

Theatrical and Musical.
PAax THEArRE 1t 10 with much regret We have 10
repeat our ement OF the calamity OF Saturday
evening IL the total destruction Of Old Drury just
It was being placed basis Of the most refined and
classic description Of dramatic representations under
the Management Of MIR. T. Hamslin who had scarce.
ly assumed his histriono reign in this establishment
when this deplorsb bic accident occurred All his physi
cal Efforts exertsd to recall not only
acted by the highest order Of talent In days gone BY
but far knowledge could be employed
In the selection Of the sttractvs
and the very best talent that could be engaged, Mr.
Hambn endesvored restore the Park its primitive
Of poetic In theatrical
We hope he will shortly be enabled to rebuild an edi-
hce which has been the favorits resort Of the
fashionable people Of this city, and within whose
sic walls the most sparkling, brilliant genius Of the
past half century, has shed halo Of merted superior
ty In the oerreot readings and Instructive enter
tanments offered for the edHcation Of our many
patrons Of dramatic exceenoiss. We not exactly
what the particular loss to MIR Hsmbln may be;
but whstever may suggest that Of the lead
ing and influential gentlemen OF this city use every
exertion to make - Richard himself again.
BowERr THEATRK-Herr Driesbsch produces new
drama this evening" called The Lion Of the Desert"
in the Of which several surprising will
be introduced with the animals. The lion will shine
out in this piece, the Herr will harness him to
chariot and drive him around the stage and the tiger
will also make his appearance in fearful eneounter
in the course of the piece. The last scene will be
grand one, there will be fa6Ieau, wherein Herr d.
will appear sleeping on the lion, his head powed
the leopard while at his feet the tiger will be subdued
though watched his slumber. The piece itself Is
quite interesting in story, We hear; 1t is founded
t ns 81 sso Hos in the wa viii commann ing
entertainments. Ciocca and Neri will dance grand
pas de deur, and the perfor will conclude with
the very favore drama Of the Gold Seekers in which
Miss W. envy will appear ~ Leila This Is the first
time che has played this part and we doubt not she
will do it most scceptaoly With all these attractions
the house, NO doubt, will be crowded.
BROADWAY THEArRE-Du During the past week. the
attractive entertainments got at this popular the
atle, drew immense houees and under the able ma
nsgement Of Mr. Blake, its numerous patrons will en-
Joy rich treat during the ensuing one. On this
evening will be performed Coleman's popular comedy
"Ths Poor Gentleman" by q highly talented cast,
consisting of the full strength Of the company. The
great German srtstes, Charles and Adele ohnstock,
solo vrtuosos the violin and plano forte. to the
reigning Duke Of Brunswick will make their first ap
pearance in the United States, tomorrow evening
The fame and reputation of these gifted performers
have already insured for them the highest taton
in Eu ope; and the many admirers Of the dvine u
who pstronze this popular theatre will fsck forward
to hear the ducet strains Of these dis ar
tetes There several other attractions in course
Of preparation, which will be brought out with much
effect, during the week.
national THEATRE-A first rate bill is set forth fc-
this evening Mr. J. R. Scott, who has been engaged
for the remainder Of the season. will appear as Julian
St Pierre in Sheridan Knowless beautiful play of the
Wife, We do not know of any actor who is better
able to perform this part and the other characters
in the play will be well sustained doubt by the rest
of the performers anticipate ordinary degree Of
satisfaction from its performance. After q dance by
Miss Carne, the romantic drama Of the I" Old Oak
Chestn will be played. X. J. jones, Dawes, Tilton
bert and others will take parts in it, The aughs
BILE farce of Irish Tutor will PLAYED Sew.
takir the part of Dr. OTool Seymour keel
lent Irish actor rather he will be-, after he had
practice in such parts To night he will intro.
duce new song in the part of the learned doctor.
Every thing goes harmoniousy at the National
Throughout the season the aude nces have bee very
large every EVENING" and rs there many novelties
on hand there is every prospect OF the same
&C nti uing TO the end Of the chapter.
BURROWS THEATRE.-Tbe successful comedietta Of
the Tragedy Queen, or Leaf from the History OF
the Stage" will be performed here this evenings after
which the Counterfeit Presentme will be pre-
sented, which will be succeeded by the original
buretta, for the second time, called California Gold
style admirably suited rage and taste of the
day ana those who have caught the gold fever !"
lesson before their departure for the ri Dorado
The pdiscri liability, Where's Barnlm 20 will
also be produced and the bill for the evenings enter
taiBDent will be found highly attractive in every
spect The excellent stock company sttach to this
we'll conducted place of evening recreation nsures for
1t q full and deserved share ofpublic patronage.
MADAME ANNA BYHor.-Ths concert Of this dis
tinsuished eantaniee, who has won q golden reputa-
ton since her first appearance upon the American
is fixed for Saturday evening next ON which
occasion the celebrated Bochss hsrpist to the Queen
Of England, and director to her Majesty Italian
Opera LoDdsn, will present his fAr famed Voyage
Mueicsle together With immense variety of other
The Acknowledged and universally ad.
mred talents Of Madame B. have been repeatedly |
made the theme OF de,erved euiosy from the pen Of
powers that would be almost superfuou to add any.
thing In the shape of commendation, before q New
York public. The simple announcement Of her bene.
it, will insure for her cordial greeting and regular
s. bumper" from her many admirers and friends.
CHRIsTY's MINsTRELs.-To English express
eion there geniuses perfect bricks" in the way
Of music and good sayings There is an old story
about an extensive advertiser who boosted that he
kept poet especially in his employ We think Chri'ty
keep ozsn at least, as every week he produces
perfect avalanche of new songs and music Tonight
they viii come out With splendid programme.
CAMPBELL's MINsI RELs-Theee philosophers still
pspces with any degree of pleasure. you must 20 to
Society Library at half past seven, or you can get no
.est The bone castiBet and violin performes are de-
cidedly scientific Players
New ORLEANS SERENADERs.-The success Of this
company il certainly most extraordinary, and almost
Without precedent in the annals Of musical entertain
overhowiug audiences and this Is only the fourth |
week of their performance They will doubtless go on
and prosper.
MrLoproS-White's Serenaders continue their |
nimitabe concerts during the present week They |
are sure TO draw crowd every evening.
ZooLoGIcAL HALL.-The beasts and birds will draw
,roups Of visiters during holiday week. The perform
ancee during the evening are always well attended.
The lions, tigers SC, are in fine condition.
THE ENeli.n CLOWN, Ma. KENT, appears, for the
irst time, at the Broadway Circus this evening Mr..
Kemp Is eneeged for the holiday season. He plays |
In the ripR after the old country stye performs
,pon his revolving sphere and does the Christmas
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