The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-06-25
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house at this theatre last night and deservedy too for
apart from the comforts of the house the performances
were of the very first order. The entertainment
menoed with Shakspeares celebrated comedy of the
Merchant of Venice" in which MIR. J. Wallack, Jr
sustained the character of Shyock OF this gentle
man t Is almost needless to speak, his characters gene
rally being pefsopihcd in such taste to win the
enthusiasm Of tho audience. and particularly in
the character OF the heartless Jew. Throughout
the whole piece. in every act. the usurer was most
perfectly portrayed and in the trial scene where his
hopes are overthrown by the counses of Portia, he
unsurpassed in every line and through every
cccdng turn in tho pece evncing the greatest JOY at
the thought of taking the forfeiture of Bassanio Is
bond, and wild with rage at disappointment. He was
frequently and loudly appauded by the admiring
dence who had right ption of his superiority
the character he sustained. Mrs. j. Waack Porta,
also exceedingly successful; beautifully sustaining
the character of the devoted woman in the hour of
trial. Jessica by Mrs Sergeant, was most cordially
received especially in that part where she forsakes her
father aud the faith of the Israees for the love she
bore to the Christian, Lirenzo which was played by
Mr. Shaw. The piece in every character was admira-
bly, performed and the appropriate scenery gave 1t
most powerful effect. The performances concluded
with the celebrated and touching drama Z" The Rent
Day" in which Mr. Wallack appeared as Martin
Haywood" and Mrs. Wallack, as Rachael Hey
wood both of which characters were most per-
fecty sustained The part of Bufrog," by MIR.
Hadaway, was excellent. In comedy this gentleman
has no superior The present condition Of the Broad
way theatre win the new patent venti,at t% Dy
perior company render it the most pleasant and desi
rahle place of amusement in the city and the perfect
quiet Gave the thunders of appause which pervades
the house has and will make it. the theatre of the city
first rate bill is offered for Monday night. the occa-
sion of Mr. Testers benefit which fail to draw
OVERLOOKING house 1t is only necessary to go once,
and the visit is sure to be repeated
BowERY THEATRE.-The difficult tragedy of " Ham
let' performed here last evening, in which the
principal character Hamlet, ably and effectively
personated by that popular and gifted tragedian Mr..
J. r. Scott. The entire performance passed of in a
highly credtable manner. We gratHed to perceive
that Mr. Scott and Miss Mary Taylor continue their
when the tragedy of Macbeth" will be performed
Mr. Scott will take his benefit on Wednesday evening,
the last night of his engagements and those who wish
to him before it closes. should lose time-as he
is justly considered the leading tragedan at prese
upon the American boards The bill will be found
highly attractive Miss Mary Taylor will appear in the
tragedy and also in the afterpiece.
Nm-o's, Asron PLAcE--The fairy-like spectacle of
LIE pas des Amourettes," by the Viennose children,
Mt this delightful place of amusement, last evening,
drew forth the most hatterng evidences Of admiration
and perhaps moro numerous or more fashionable
dience never entered the building than present on
this occasion The popular farcetta of the Four Sis
ters; in which Mrs Maeder appeared in four charac-
ters. Az Eugena and DIANA she received considera-
BILE applause The grand advertisement called the Pol
ka Paysannc "a of thcjuvenile danseuses loud
y eucored bAt he most novel and interesting of all.
the Chinese Baabilc," from the ballet of etching
Thapg, Tchung,n by the whole troupe OF viennoises,
AZ in number. To appreciate these wonderful chill
dren they must be and it also should he borne
miud that the present week is the last shall
have opportunity Of witnessing their exhibitions
and we need not expect to look upon their like
again In addition to previous attractions of the past
week Mons Bhin. the wonderful giant appears the
boards of this establishment, in new drama adapted
expressly for lis peculiar talent feats of strength &c.
entitled The Giant Of the Forest"
CHATHAM THEArRE.-s Helen Oakleigh, or a Wife's
Stratugem," was performed last evening before a
crowded house-NIrs G. Jones taking the part of He
len, which well performed The performances OF
the evening passed Of with much eclat The admirers
of that truly popular and gifted Irish comedian Barney
Williams will be gratifed to learn that he appears
here to evening, Tim Moore in the Irish
Lion" and as Paddy Murphy in " The Happy Man "
Mr. f. S Chanfrau and Miss s. Denim having returned
most successful engagement in Boston, will also
piece. New York as it is.r The bill will be found
highly attractive, and embraces a combination OF
high and varied talents-which must insure jam
house.
CASTLE GARDEN The delightful situation Of this
place draws nightly full houses. while the company
amuse the audience by good and lively pieces. Last
night the performance of the burletta Of the Water
Witches received with universal appreciation afeI
which "operatc oo y was performed by Miss
Philips Mrs. Frary, Mrs II. Philips, and Mr.. G. Hol-
man which was received with great applause The
Tau. ha BILE afterpece of Family Jars concluded the
performance, in which MIR. Holland, Delphi was
rapturously received and MIR. Andrews as Diggery "
For this evening the entertainment will be grand
cred concert to which the sober and pous of the
city without any scrupeS or conscience. 1t Ii
a delightful place, and is well worth visit.
SUPERINTENDENT third grand concert of this
musical company off last evening at the Taber.
nacle before very select audience. The Hungarian
Gipsey March the first piece, and executed
with great skill. Lenatis Melodies. Waltz" by La
btzky, evidence the superior judgment of this truly
talented bsndihey such unity and
of their appreciation. The next piece was the finale
from Robert lie Dable." by Meyerbeer. which met
with a similar reception. The Viennoise Carnival
Quadris." by Strauss had such delightfully."- insp
ritng effect upon the audience that the entire Of the
company were in dancing motion. The Lucy Long
4" Polka was sweetly executed aud the concluding
piece of the second part. The Carnival of Venice
BuresGue,n excellent in the extreme sense of the
rord-there such melting melody and sweetness
in every stavein fact, such language breathed forth
from uneteen instruments the trombone sustaining
prominent part that one imagined he heard CONVEX
satop familiar to his ear, and sounds euphoniou
ms call forth the dearest of early
and pleasing associations. The words of the poet in
relation to the charms Of music may be strictly applied
10 this band -
why should feeling speak,
Since thou canst breathe her tale so well -
They give another concert on Monday evening which
no doubt will be well attended; but much as we ad
mire this band. regret to hear that they have
treated MIR Reich their agent with the gratitude h'
deserved from them in using his best exerions to for
ward their interest.
CHRisrY's MINsTRELs.-This ban Of darkies will en-
ter another week tomorrow under most favorable
and they deserve all that they receive both in copper
and applause. The slight arrangement caused by the
ndisposton Of one Of the members is repaired and al
goes well again.
BANvARD's PASoRAMA.-We do not know how much
longer Banvards Panorama will yet remain here, but
il will soon be taken to Europe. All who
have not 1t must therefore do the opportu
nifty may be lost There will be no limit to the pa
tronage which II will receive across the water.
HOLLAND, the inmitabe comedian, now playing at
Castle Garden and receiving nightly the cheers Of his
audiences, takes benefit there Wednesday evening
next, when not only excellent programme will bt
presented. but he will also make by wny
Of prizes to the ladieU1p attendance Mr. Holland Is
long known cxcesent actor and deserves well al
the hands of the citizens We wish him bumper.
The Astor Place Opera Company have completed
their engagement at the Howard Athen9um, Boston -
complimentary benefit Is to be given to the manage
ment on the evening Of the Goth inst.
Signor Blitz of the most successful magicians In
this country win give four Of his soi6es al
Morris Place Hall. Troy, opening on Wednesday next
We have doubt that the good people of Troy will b,
delighted at Sisnor Blitzs feats of magic.
Bencditt was to have a benefit at the Howard Athc
n@um, on Friday evening.