The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-10-06
Theatrical and Musical.

Theatrical and Musical.
PARK THEArRE-The unusual attraction Of Madame
Anna Bishop, and the Monplasirs, drew together an
immense audience at the Park asst evening, and the
utmost enthusiasm called forth by both Madame
Bishop appeared In scene from Donisetts opera Of
Linda" and afterwards previous to the ballet, per-
formed he grand scena and cavatina from Taocre-
d." o paria-Di tamil palpiti," in such manner
drew dow repeated bursts Of applause, and caused
her to be sneored in both Of were
the fair cautstrice as she retired from the stage
Her costume in "Tancredi," was very beautiful,
and with most charming grace. The ballet
of Esmeralda followed, and was received with the
applause which has always attended It's performance
The dancing Of Monsieur and Madame Monplaisr,
aud Mile. Bulan received the hesrtest plaudits and
q shower Of bouquets rewarded the efforts OF the prn
cpsl danseuse. The performances for this evening
will consist of Esmeralda"a scene from the" Bar
Der of Seville" and portion Of " La Somuambula-n
by Madame Bishop, and the farce Of the Elton Boy
BowrRY THEATRE.-The comedy of Rule Wife
and Have Wife" was played here, last evening, in
the most elegant style; indeed in style which
not be surpassed at any theatre in the Union either
in the admirable cast Of characters the magnificent
stage arrangements. This comedy il most interest
ing in the story and Leon the chief male charac
ter requires first-rate performer like Mr. Hambin to
do 1t justice He really splendid In the part, aud
the reiterated bursts of applause which bestowed
were truly deserved. Where Leon dscleses his true
character and stands revealed before Margaretta and
her courter friends the husband who will not have
his lawful authority questioned in place OF the simple
ton che thought she had married. Mr. Hamblin most
admrable the dignity Of his language, and the haugh
ty compo with which he asserts his rights, we're
equal to any acting have We are asto-
nshed that Mr. Hambin has not more frequently APP
peared in parts like this one, Sir Edward Mortimer,
and others. His present engagement at the Bowery
has been q most brilliant one the judicious produc.
ton Of the old comedeshis admirable acting in them
the excellence of the company at the Bowery, have
all tended TO create quite an s1ci S among 51e
lowed by the dancing Of the elegant Signora Ciocca
and S,gnor Ner and the favorite drama Of " Robert
Macare The house crowded in every part and the
utmost satisfaction evinced by the long and re-
peated applause which was given To- night Mr..
Hamblin will appear as SIR EDWARD Mortimer IN the
successful Tuesday evening last and we advise all
who wish to really superb piece of acting, to go
this evening to the Bowery We hope Mr.. Hambliu
will appear again in " Rule Wife and Have Wife,
before the conclusion of his present engagement.
BROADWAY THrArRE-Mapy were the tears shed at
this house last evening and long will the night be
remembered by many, for many were the eyes that
sufused all account of the irresistible droll
cries and pure Hibernian wit Of Collins, who again
appeared as Rory O'More; and who could help laugh
ing till he cried-who could avoid shaking his sides
till he fairly sobbed in relief-whe the best of Irish
actors living explained to Captain De Weskn the
reason why the pig ran fast.'' or told to the
worthy the narrative of that most sagacious Of all
the bouse at treme rate both at these points
we'll as in the scene in the cooues kitchen aud in
the guard room; and as for his songs, "Cruiskeen
Lawn" AND" The Low Backed Carr the only trouble
that they quite too short and he forced
to repeat them both. 1t the general impression
that they improved by the repetition The fact was,
and as he was greeted by a large audience, he ac-
quilted himself in the very best style. His tour
derfully, for be has improved since his last visi.
to our city. He plays even better than when he
was on the boards here before The place Of the
and be seems determined to win just title to the
putation MIR. Dyott as Shan Dhu, Mr.: Vache as De
Weilskin Mr. Andrews Scrubs, and Mira Abbott as
Kathlee performed their parts in admirable
ner; while Mary O'More, Soldering Solomon, Nelly
Riley, Miss Carman) Bddy Casey, and in fact the
whole cast of the piece, was handsomely done The
Irish jig accomplished in excellent style carrying
out in its true character and spirit the intend
"Rory O'More," of "Polka Comique;m an overture
from the "Bronze Horse by the orchestra, and the
petite comedy Of the "Bold Dragons" in which
Messrs. Lester, Hadaway, vache. and Andrews, Miss
F. wallsck and Mechanics Abbott and sherwood. and
others, were cast If the Broadway keep up such at
increase. Tonight Mr Collins Is to appear in two
pieces. and Saturday night he takes benefit and
closes his engagement While the stage is so well pro-
vided for the comforts of the audience usual well
cared for. pleasant temperature Is maintained, and
the ventilation Is as perfect as possible Take all in
ALL the Broadway is certainly most comfortable place
for pleasure seekers.
NArIoNIL THEATRE.-This house was again crowded
in every part last evening and the version
of "La Esmeralda," was played with much sciat
This piece has been most successful and the very ee
CANT manner in which II has been pu. the stage
has been much appreciated by the crowded audiences
that have witnessed its performance every evening
since it's first production. 1t is really pleasure to
see how admirably and orderly eyerything is con-
Quoted on the stage Of the National the most in
trcate scenes, the grouping dances, tabeaux, SC,
all enacted with the most prising curaah No
stagewsits long intervals between the acts
be met with here thus showing that the stage mana
ger, and the company generally all determined to
do their utmost to please their patrons. Next. of
course, to talented performers order and system at
theatre the essential points for success and
thee requisites are all foun In an eine nj derree in
the National Theatre manager and company. The
box keepers and other officers in front Of the house.
also entitled to a due share of notice they have
at times most onerous and thankless duties per-
form duties which try man pate to the utmo IT.
who visit the National may be always ofthe utmost
attention being paid to their comfort and accommo-
dation: To night La Esmeralda," the Mysteries
and Miseries and the burlesque Of the Lady of the
Lions" in which Burke is comical "a Clod Med.
dlenot, will form the entertainments The two first
pieces such universal favorites that there is no
occasion to recommen nd them the last niece "a most
lauehable burlesque on the Lady Of Lyons" and
well worth seeing. We expect to meet a crowded
house.
burrows THEArKr.-This delightful theatre was
again filed last night and the performances as usual
were Of the very first order. The drama of the Too
dies or the Farmers Daughter" was repeated and Mr.
Burton was truly inimitabe In the character Of Mr.
Timothy Toodle 1t is unnecessary to say that every
line and feature Of the character folly and ably
persoDatee for in every part he undertakes he is sure
TO prove successful In the drunken scene particu-
lary be emnently successful and kept the house
oonvulsed with laughter throughout the whole piece
Mrs Vernon as Mrs. Toodle played the part in FIRST
rate style This lady has already acquired for herself
faIae, but ore which, on every appearance Is aug
nsnttd by the applause Of an admiring audience.
Aiss Walters appeared in the Pas TagLon5, which was
loudly encored The " Woman Ilatern followed, in
which Mr.. Lynne sustained the part of Baron Ravens
borg IN admirable style while Mrs Loder Leila
very successful. La ota .qrrGgonaise was performed
by Misses Walters and Sinclair and Messrs Frederick
and fardoe. The Capture of Capt Cuttler was re-
ceiVed with renewed applause Tonight for the last
time, will be presented "Dombey and SOM and to
those who bave not seen 1t, would say, CO. by all
means. BuTtons is the place for fun nd tho.e who
attend the performances of the me Mt cannot
fail to be satisfied for where Burton is there Is no lack
Of enjoyment.
NiBLos THEATRE, AsToR PLAoE.-Last night was
The frat of the intermedintn nnrfornn Mana ~ Afr