The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-08-24


last evening. 1t one Of tho most laughable little
pieces on the stage; and j. H. Hall, as Tactic who
victimzes his fellow clerk rather too far we think
though, is inimtable. Mr.. Hall rs most excellent
Light medisn, and is deservedy great favorite at
the Bowery. After the farce came the grand ballet
opera Of LA Bayadere with all its delightful music
and dancing LA Bayadsre', is most beautiful
pieces the joyous character of the music the beautiful
dancing, scenic display. and splendid dresses, have
caused it to be favorite for years Miss Julia Turn
Bayadere who SO bewtches the fancy Of the smorous
old Olfour, who, by the bye well played by Mr..
Stevens Miss Turnbull acquitted herself admirably;
and from the moment she came bounding on the
stage before the old Caph, up to the last scene of
her unicn with the unknown, she much appauded.
Miss Turnbuls dancing is remarkable for its freedom
and grace and the perfect self possession she retains
in the midst Of the most intricate pas Miss Taylor
as Ninka, was charming. She sung the pretty music
Dunn were much applauded Mr.. Hambln is lucky
in having such an excellent actress and vocalist in
concluded the entertainments. Mr.. T. Smith ap-
peared as the immortal Robert and the piece went off
very favorably. Tonight, "La Bayadere' will be
which the Misses Denim act WELL and the farce of
''Nix, the Cabman,' besides dancing by Signora
Ciocca, and Mr. Smith, will form the bill Of amuse
ments.
NrBLo's THrArKE, AsroR PLAcE.-The performances
at this theatre last evening with an over
ture, which was played by the orchestra in very
perior style "The Comedy of Errors' followed, and
when it is known that Messrs. H. and T. Placide sp-
pearsd as the two Dromios, it is unnecessary to say
that this aughable piece received with universal
applause They are 80 like each other that it is mpos
sibe to distipguishlthe difference, in voice ges-
ture or appearance. The house kept in continual
roar Of laughter by the inexplica BILE difficulties arising
from the one being taken for the other The parts
were Sustained very credtably, and evinced great
Judgment and accurate perception of the characters
in the part Of these excellent actors The two Anthi
phoes were well sustained by Messrs Shaw and Kings
Ley Mr. vache, appeared az Ageon; Mr. Seton, as Dr.
Maeder as Adriana. The piece was played with the
same cast with one or two exceptions as before and
went OH in the most brilliant style Ihe entertain
ooD LOT an hour which was received with great ap-
piause Iae splendid array Of talent at this house.
tn the excellent and varied performances presented
have made 1t the most fashionable resort of the play
going gentry Of New York. 1t is crowded every even
ing by the beauty and fashion who through choice
necessity obliged to forego the pleasures of the
country to reside in this packed city ''N
Burrows THEArRE.-We had another repetition
of the popular drama of Dombey and Son. last eve.
ming, and the densely crowded house, presenting an
array of beauty and fashion, such distinguished this
highly popular place Of evening recreation in its pal
miest days. shows the that has attended the
untrng efforts of its gifted and popular proprietor to
make the theatre eminenty worthy of the patronage
it justly receives. Panegyrc has become almost ex-
bausted in noticing the rich, racy, and graphic de-
lineatons Of the character of Captain Tuttle, the
blunt mariner Of England, who lives at home at ease
by Mr.. Burton. This piece has been now performed
for the tenth time and each succeeding night we
recognize pointsome rich trait in his per-
sonation of the part Indeed in his peculiar line Mr.
B. has no rival, no competitor at present upon the
American boards and this will be conceded by the
most severe critic, though using nothing but
attic salt in his lucubrations Mr. b. is deservedlv
popular too but his popularity is acquired not alone
from his private woreh and excellent qualities but
from his great powers as a comedian, and general
qualifications as an actor, Mr.. Brougham as Major Joe
Bagstock was also excellent, last evening and the
entire cast acquitted themselves in highly creditabe
manner. Dombey and SOM will be repeated this
evening, and new local. lugubrious, apposite alle
gorical SKETCH called the Revolt of the sections or
the Undertakers Dream" will be presented by a
talented cast Several of our local officials will be re-
feel fully assured of the success of the piece The
plot Of this sketch will be reference to the bills
of the day, and the ghost of Yorick himself may be
expected to appear the occasion. The production
Of the piece is looked to with much interest parti
cuary by those conversant with the various Incidents
upon which it is founded.
national THEArRE.-Mr. j. II. Scott appeared last
evening q, Rob Roy, in the operatic drama of that
name. The drama was well cast Mrs. Mclean taking
the part Of Helen McGregor, Miss Mestayer that of
Diana Vernon, c. Burke the Baie, and the other
parts were well filled by various members of the com.
psny. Scott, the bold McGregor, was very effective
and he both acted and looked the character we'll
Burke as the Bailie the magistrate Of Glasgow was
very funny indeed The plot OF this piece is founded
on Sir Walter Scotts we'll known novel, and is doubt
less, familiar to all our readers 1t makes most in.
terestiDg and amusing drama. The farce of the Little
Num- and the burlesque Of the Lady of the Lions in
which Burke 10 so comical Clod Meddlenot and
Miss Mestayer 80 amusing the fair Polly Anne con-
cuded the amusements. Burke has made a great
hit at the National as he has already become an i'm.
mense favorite. and anticipate for him long and
successful here Mr. Scott will perform again
this evening" as Don Caesar de Bazan part in which
he is very happy and two lively farces will fill mp the
bill: Tomorrow evening Mr.. Scott takes benefit
novelties in preparation, and this present season at
the National will be the most brilliant yet.
CASTLE GARpEN.-This splendid place for promenade
refreshment &c., is enlivened in the evenings by the
performances of first rate orchestra and the various
objects Of interest to be seen in the Garden cosmo
ramas &C., altogether make II most eligible place of
resort for our citizens, or strangers in town.
CaMrBrLL's MINsrnELs.-This very admirable band
Of Ethiopian Singers are creating perfect rore in
town every evening their room Ia filed to overflow
ing by most respectable and fashionable audiences
and they bid fair to become the leading band in the
MON. They will give first rate concert this even.
ing.
THE MoRAvIAN SiSeERs.-These distinguished yo-
calsts will give grand vioano instrumental concert
at the apollo Rooms, Broadway, on Monday evening
next We are informed by gentleman who heard
them PRACTISE that they of the sweetest bands
that ever appeared here Mile Lowarny is said to
utmost musical precision. There can be no doubt but
that the Apollo Rooms will be crowded that evening
The ORIGINAL VIRGINIA SERENApERs, date of the
Chestnut street, Philadelpha) will give concert on
Monday evening next, at the Coliseum, $50 Broad
way.
The NATIONAL TnEArRE, Boston, under the qui-
dance OF Mr. Barry late manager of the Park Theatre
OF this city, is crowded every evening. We are not
surprised at this, more competent man, for the
government Of theatrical business, cannot be found
THE MosTpLAIsiRs have also been playing at the
Theatre Royal, Montreal, with great sue cess
john Y. Mason, Esq the Secretary of the Navy.
has been detained several days In Virginia bv tho
alarming illness Of one Of his family lie is every mo-
ment expected to return to Warrington flashing.
ton Union.
MEETING IN BEHALF OF IRELAND.-A large and
enthuslastlc Injecting OF the friends of Ireland,
was held at Newark, N. j., on Tuesday evening.
The meeting was. ably and eoquently addressed
by W. n. Mitchell (brother of the felon) and Nor
ms H. Cullen, ESQ.,, Of New York; after which
collection, amounting to $40, was taken up.