The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-12-02

tragedy OF Ion was repeated at the Park theatre
last evening, and BEFORE was received with enthu-
sasc demonstrations well merited applause 1t Is
impossible to and hear Mrs. Shaw in the part Of
Ion and not feel like according to her expressions Of
approval for the manner In which she acquts herself
IL Is difficult task to selec. the passages in which
the OF the best seconded the genius Of
the poet one OF tbese however, undoubtedly was In
the second Of third act where Ion
With the invocation Ye eldest Gods" &C.. and ends
with that master line
"Was pot.that thunder,n
But all was beautifully executed, not only by Mrs s.
butt by the other members Of the company to whom
were entrusted the characters of the play The cast
was the same as on Thursday evening The after piece
was the extravaganza entitled " Fortunio and his
Seven Gifted Servants" which caused as much merr
ment as could reasonably be desired. Extravaganzas
quite popular nova days, aud when well got up,
tell admirably after trssca performance, for every
one is willing to laugh heartily after having sub
mitted voluntarily mournfu mood for two three
hours Miss Mary Tayor's Fortunio is good piece OF
acting and ELECTS its due need or praise Tonight
MS Shaw takes be neft, and presents for the ocoa
sion an excellent bill. First the list Of entertain
mentsi George Lovells play OF Loves Sacrdoe, or
the Rival Merchants" in which she plays Margaret.
This is to be followed by 'The Love Chase" in which
she plays Neighbor Constance This bill would draw
house at any time; but considering that 1t IL to be
the benefit night of Mrs Shaw. there must be
| flowing one.
BowERY THEATRE.-The patriotic drama Of "Hofer,"
the Patriot Of Switzerland was performed, last
ing, before toeraby numerous audience. Mr.. N. b.
Clarke was the Hofer of the evening" and Miss Wemyss
the Marie both Of them acted well-Miss Wemyss
beautifully. We have seldom q thrilling
piece of acting than her with Donay where she
finds that her has betrayed and herself and
daughter delivered into the hands Of the Bavarans
her her maledicton was really a fearful one. N. B.
Clarke as Hofer, was very good. We thought that
some of the other performers not quite well
prepared in their parts they might have been. Wi
mans Jordan, Rose. &C., were very comical indeed.
Winaps as the lighting tailor, and Jordan the inn
keeper with the convenient sign that answered for
both parties, created much fun " The Abduction of
Nina,n and the drama of the "Mad and Nagpie,n
were the other entertainments To night the bill will
consist Of I" Genevieve," dancing by Signors Ciocca
and Signor Neri most amusing farce and favorte
drama, in which the Misses Denim will appear.
| BRoApwAY THEATRE.-Under the spirited direction
of MIR. E A. Marshall, the liberal proprietor and the
skilful and talented management Of Mr. Blake, this
splendid theatre has taken quite start, and is
entering upon Of brilliant Last night
was the benefit Of MIR. Murdoch the great American
actor who produced for the occasion, pieces which,
though old and famous in themselves Tor per Sc, ~
xOud 'Sy
of the Mountapeers, or Love and Madness"
drama the plot of which is contained in of those
beautiful episodes which Cervantes has produced with
much effect in his cele brated tale OF Don uixote
The cast on this occasion was admirable
| Shaw, Hadaway, with Murdoch as Octavian, particu-
lary distinguished themselves The juvenile baker
would distinguish himself much more if he were only
little lees npPant ana saucy In his Manner very
threaten to fall into mechanical stereoyped method
ofdecamation in which the voices at times
uniformly the same, and stify artificial become
absolutely dsagreeable efter being frequently heard
Terbum sapienn. MIR. Murdoch, as Octavian-a part
in which the late Mr.. Elston greatly distinguish
ed-gsve the highest eatisfaction and delight to his
pretty. Mrs. Blake played Agnes chsrmiugly, and
was greeted with the utmost enthusiasm on her
appearance The other performers all deserve favor
able mention The Dramatist' followed, q comedy
in five acts by that old theatrical gossip Rey nolds;
man never heard of tiil he published his auto:bosra
phica memoirs in which the world was, for the trst
time, informed of the fact that he had been great
author for many years. This play was also extremely
well pc rformed, the several characters ably
tanned. Miss st. Clair charming actress from Bur
toms theatre appeared on this occasion at the Broad
way Great things are preparing at this theatre for
next week. and if we can only squeeze ourselves in
among the crowdipg masses We shall give due account
Of them all as they appear.
NATIONAL THEA1RE.-Mr. Purdy's benefit, last even.
ing, was a fine one. Before the first piece was half
over every spot from whence the stage could be
was filed; and seldom, at this house. which SO
habtually crowded, have we seen such large assem-
blage Not only the attractive bill set forth, but
also the popularity Of the beneficiary among q very
Ths ons r cSsn
and al hs Eao did h
been given at this popular house The present week
has been a most successful one at the National and
we perceive by the bills that Chanfau has lots of
tertanments in preparation-a new Indian drama,
called Wacousta,''a revival OF the Mysteries and
Msere. of New York, with cast Of characters,
and various other novelties Fer night the bill
sists of the drama of the Twin Brothers, the farce
of Ole Bull and the drama Of the " Spirit of the
| Waters" With such q capital bill we anticipate
crowded house.
| BuRroN's TAEArRE.-The celebrated extract from
"Dombey," called "Cuttle's Capture, and Bunsby,s
Wedding" was performed here last evening before
crowded. MIR. Burton Captain Cutie, was ex
cellent In the part and Jack Bunsby by Mr. Brousham
Gu, or Life in the New World succeeded. Perhaps .
better burlesque In its way has not latte been pro-
duced upon the public boards, and more decided hit
could be given the lieh
America pass through the country at railroad speed
and then write account Of their travels than in the
part OF James Hall Trollope Dickens Fuller Green by
Mr.. Burton. All oockney travellers should see this
well got and profit by it, before they sit down
would remind the many friends and patrons Of Mr. T.
Johnston that his complimentary benefit takes place
Musical Arrivals, or the Manager in a Mess,n With
the popular extravaganza Of Tom and Jerry in Anne
rica.n new comedy, called the " Printers Appren-
tice will also be performed, and the bill will be found
highly attractive The able talents Of the
independent Of the claims Of Mr. Johnston himself who
enjoys deserved popularity, will insure fer him q
BRoADwAr CIRcrs-The managers Of this truly de-
ghtful equestrian establishment much credit
for the taken please many admirers who ali
the house nightly The performance of the first
class last night The grand en,ree of eight horses
the retreat Of the Arabs, and the pictures Ancient
Sculpture, by the Swiss Brothers. beautiful The
Sprites Of the Silver shower performed children and
with delight by the juvinal portion Of the audience
An afternoon performance will be given this day, at
O'Clock, and we recommend ell papas and mamas to
take their little ones TO witness the sights.
ZooLocIcAL HALL.-An immense crowd Of yisiters
focked forward here last evening, and seemed much
gratied with the the feats of some
Of the noble animals in the exhibition, and above ALL
were much delighted with "peep at the elephant
Seldom have fine collection Of the wild beasts of
the forest with many and beautiful birds been
presented to the citizens of New York. that which
Van Amburgh has now at Geological Hall The Ben.
gal tiger the lion white bears, and the entire colleo
ton, continue to be of grand attraction to
the crowds who nightly frequent this popular place Of
evening recreation.
CHpsIY's MIrsrRELs.-Tbese geniuses will to-day,
give their friends and the public a double chance to
smuse themselves, they give two Of their admirable
concerts, viz at and r. M Many youuRster
looks forward with delightful anticipstions through
the week, for afternoon visit to Mechanics, Hail
There no better more innocent amusement to be
0iv ham