The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-11-23

Theatrical and Musical.
PARx THEAras.-"Edith" that beautiful, magnid-
cent drama continues to have, and, nay say moro
and more to deserve, immense ut this splendid
theatre. OF Mrs Shaw have already said much, and
too much can hardly be said Of her beautiful acting
II. Placides CAPTAIN Cutie Is nne spirited and ia
Tented nscment and increases nightly in favor With
the public None, we believe, but Mr. ii. Placide could
have been found at all able or worthy to compete with
the almost perfect utation Of this
which have elsewhere Also Mr. Placids Sc nsi-
bly, improves he feels bis power and the nattsrng
of his talent the better is we think
b ,th unjust and unkind in some criticisms We have
TO attempt to depreciste the acting person Of
Mrs Walcot. She deserves all praise and performs the
part with great sweetness, Judgment and nature
Though she may be better In some other characters
she good In si yet In this part she exhibits great
tale mt, and perfectly convinced 1t could bs
better AS to Wacots Toots nothing 60 ual
tit is fne conception full Of touches of nature
and Mr.. w plays 1t Without sfectation with perfect
Judgment and with admirable effect. Mrs. might de-
serves great praise; so do Clarke Chapman, Gilbert
SsaSSs say o. mr. SSO Miss NJ MARY
nature Altogether IL 30 complicated and variesated
piece a. there could not be better cast,
roner display Of the highest histronic talent. Mr.
Placide rs Haversack. in the sold Guard" is inimta
bic. Never Old Drury well sustained as 1t now
Il, rich intaent and abundant in the highest on.
tertainment.
BowERr THEArRE.-Barnsy williams had ans
house last evening for his benefit and he fully de-
served it, for he is q most excellent Irish comedian,
and . most popular and deserving citizen. He 10
about to start . Southern tour; and wherever he
plays those who attend his performances may be as
sured that they seeing Of the most favorite
New York actors. The performances last evening
consisted Of " Rose Clinton" 1.-The Irish Ambas-
sador,' " Born to Good Luck" and the New Orleans
Sere uaders Concert. g. Rose Clintonn was finely
played. Though the story Is plain, simple one the
Hail Winsns, &c. oontribute much to make il very
interesting The other pieces went of finely; and,
altogether Barney Williams must be we'll pleased with
the result Of his benefit For tonight first rate bill
presented, that will just suit the holiday folks
1t consists Of no less than I've different
and dance, viz domestic dramas farce, concert
by the New Orleans Ssrenaders, q grand national
allegory In honor Of General Taylor and national
dance by Mr.. q w. Smith For the particulars, we
refer to our list Of amusementS.
BROADWAY THEArRE.-Mr. Murdoch appeared at the
Broadway last evening" in the character Of Rohelieu
1t is great character and in the hands of talented
actor cannot but win great favor with an audience Mr.
Murdoch does not vary thu tones and manner Of his
Richeeu 80 much some actors who have performed
the part upon the boards in this oty He is the old
all through, and does not at times seem to forget
that the weight Of years Is upon him. Mr.. Is cmac-
trio points we'll made, but In the quiet yet
most impressive passages which carry
which the author intends to teach in these
passages-the actor failed to make the impression
which the text is capable of producing. A quietly
read but we'll emphasized sentence Is just effective
as one delivered in louder tone and high order Of
talent is undoubtedly often displayed In these same
quiet readings; but where passage contains gem, It
Is not enough to say the line will tell for itself The
author may call upon his reader to use his own judg
ment in discerning the beauties of work; the actor
however the task Of pointing out these beau
ties, by look, tone gesture emphasis, or otherwise
Some readers are SO much afraid Of mounting words.
they shun Escaping Soylls, they are not careful
| enough to avoid Chsrybdis. Mr. M. has not entirely
avoided IT, The I've So their
close Of the piece called him before the curtain. He
came out after considerable delay and thanked the
audience for their attering but ct the
time expressed his dsapprova Of the custom Of
calling actor out at the close Of performance The
1srsks vsehs s'' s.Her sna Misses wDse and
Hidreth, with others, all acquitted themselves well
The bill was made up besides "Richelieu," Of per-
formance upon the glass bells and the farce Of His
Last Legs" In which MIR. Mccarthy cast for
| O'CaDaghan.
NATIONAL THEA1RE-Ysnkee Hill is attrao citing
to this house nightly and the hearty laughter
and enthusiastic applause which elicited by his
graphic and unique delineations of the true blue,
| full blooded down-eAster, make the house resound
again. OF course the character is somewhat exagge
rated in MIR. Hills presentations is absolutely
necessary performing any single line of character
but his easy acting, comics looks, and ready wit all
combine to please all those who hear hia. Last
evening the hem, ssf piece was .a Green Mountain
terssting drama. and went off with much 6claf. 'New
York as 1t is and the farce Of New Notions" with
the bill. Messrs. Mcfarland, 1iltOn, Taylor, Mrs.
Chapman and the other performers all do we'll. To-
good chance to enjoy themsevss ss there win be an
afternoon as well as an evening performance given
Both the entertainments will be capital ones. The
afternoon will consist Of the drama of Murrell
the Land Pirate" In which Burke is comical; the
ever populor New York as it is" and the farce Of
I" The Omnbus" In the evening MIR. Hill will appear
| in several facres.
| BrRToS's THEArRE.-Last evening this theatre was
we'll filled, the occasion Of Miss Chapmans benefit
The " Good Old English Gentleman" which is CO.
medy in two acts and exceedingly we'll got up and as
well played in which piece is introduced very pretty
dance, called the "Morris Dance" after which the
6 Musical Arrivals was received with great applause
and concluded with the Beauty and the Beast" the
whole performances giving genera! Appreciation. To-
night the " Good Old English Gentleman" Musical
Ns. % which
Of James Hall Trolope. This Is excellent piece
and should be seen by all who wish to laugh and enjoy
Themselves We say. go to Burton's to.night and go
early and secure good seat.
TRroN AND THoMPsoNs CIRCUS BaoApwAv-The
highly attractive bill put forth by this excellent
pany, drew together, last evening" q crowded as
semb age of the admirers Of equestrian performances
and athletic exercises In the latter, the French bro
rousy applauded and the entire Of the
evsninipg passed of with ecIat The company It will
be perceived on reference to the bills of the day will
give afternoon performance at 2 O'Clock this day.
SANDS, LENT Co.'s (NIBLo's) -This popular place
| Of public amusement was crowded last evening to
excess and the astonishing feats performed by the
entire company ELECTED the most enthusiastic ap-
plause throughout The extraordinary talents of the
performers have gained for them deserved popularity
and would refer their numerous admirers to the
bill which they put forth for this days entertainment
An afternoon performance will be given at TX O'Clock.
ZooLocIcAL HALL. Amburgh's exhibition Of
many OF the finest specimens Of the I" living tenants
of the forest and also Of the feahered tribe drew
gether on last evening immense crowd Of visitors
Perhaps finer collection, Of . description
could not be found and We would recommend all
who have not q vet seen this splendid exhibition to
avail Themselves Of the present opportunity and visit
| Geological Hall, (Bowery)
CHRrTY's MINsTRELs will to. day shine out in their
gayest style and their concerts will be composed OF
their most popular songs, in addition to which they
will 20 through all their celebrated burlesque
and lectures and give any quantity of wtticsms
| punr, jokes conundrums, &C., thus making their
tertapm nts well worthy all holiday folks ate ntion
To accommodate all classes and co uditions. Young