The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1849-06-09
Theatrical ana Musac.I.

BowERY THEArRE-The benefit Of Mr. Bass last
night, was well attended and the performances were
Of such character to elicit the applause of
all present. The drama of Charles kip commenced
the evenings entertainment and 1t was produced in q
style rejecting great credit upon the manager, and oil
engaged In It's performance. Mr.. Gilbert appeared -
the King, and really played the part with admirable
effect and taste his noble bearing well belts him for
such character and successful has he been that
his appearance il always greeted with appreciation.
MIR. Basis Adam Brock. was excellent performance,
which, coupled with the peculiar comicality of Wi
mans Triptolemus Muddlework kept the house con-
vulsed with laughter throughout every in which
they appeared. The truly popular drama of " Mike
Martin was repeated and we must here take occasion
to that it went off with greater effect than any
previous presentation The beautiful Mexican steeds
piece bespeak the great skill of that entieman in the
education of the mustang of the prairie The entire
scenery of the drama gotten up in the most splendid
and costly and the actors engaged in of
the first order throughout. The beautiful ballet d.
yertsement of Guillaume Tell" in which sgnor
Neri, and Mrs. Dunn with talented corps, appear,
grows nightly into favor The comedy of " Family
Jars was performed which we'll served after the
dence bill of powerful attractions will be presented
this evening, Miss Wemyss appearing in a principal
purest and most beautiful style. we would say by all
means, go to the Bowery to night.
BRoApwAr THEATRE Last evening, Mons Monplai-
sir took his benefit. The house well attended
The entertainments commenced with the petite
dy of the Witch Of Windermcre." Hadaway,s Natty
Primrose was, usual, aughable performance, and
all the other characters very well sustained
Mons Monplasir's dancing loudly applaudcd. He
most enthusiastically encored, was also Mons
Cory MS the regular Jockey Various other dances
followed which afforded the highest graft to the
audience There is in preparation grand ballet en-
titled the "Triumph Of Greece which will be pro-
duced in the style Of magnifceuce Foetta,p
under the direction Of Mons. Monplasir.
NATIONAL THEArnE.-This ever-crowded and unver-
sally popular theatre again last evening" was filed to
its utmost capacity with highly intelligent audience,
to enjoy the rich dramatic treat which was
Three popular pieces, with the new drama Of Three
Years After" offered and received with shouts Of
acclamation We have spoken the faithful persona
ton of Nose by Mr. Chanfrau of Capt Tobin BY that
prince Of comedians Burke the truthful representation
OF Lizzy by Miss Mestayer; but there Others of
whom we have said nothing, and who are not least in
filling up the interesting catalogue One Of these is
Scarce knee high, has a perfect conception Of his
part, and by the fidelity with which he enacts it, calls
He makes an excellent counterpart of the elder Nose
and has become general favorite; his appearance
alone is worth the price Of admission The part of tho
notorious Jack Circle by Mr. Herbert Is well played,
and the arts of that graceless individual most faithful
ly portrayed; and that Of Charles Meadows the vic
tim Of debauch and the dupe Of Harry Whitmore, is
most ably sustained by Mr.. Held, who acts with such
force that the beholder is struck with wonder that
reality could compare with the porsonation There
host Of others equally interesting which needs
must be seen to be properly appreciated GA Nabob
for an Hour comprised the closing Of the evenings
Sam Hobbs, with entire satisfaction all present
the roars Of applause plainly indicated: Two huo
dramas, with other attractions, up for tonight,
which will again fill the house to overlooking.
BrHroS.s T,mArRE,-Colman's comedy, compressed
into two acts Of the Heir ut Law played at this
theatre last evening" with great ability by the various
ladies and gentlemen who appeared in it. Mr. Bur-
toms Doctor Pangloss, LID and ASS, a very
fine deneation of the learned pedant. 1t was loudly
applauded. Raymond played the part of Ezekiel Home
spun, IN manner that did him much credit S1Mr
Brougham, Kenric, was himself He won as he in.
xariably does, the hearty applause of the audience
Inc other piece mentioned in the bill was received in
toms benefit will take place when hope tho house
will be crowded from top to bottom. This gentIeman's
claims upon the beraty Of his patrons and tho public
generally, Of high order and SUCH we are sure
they win be considered His acting has Instructed as
we'll as amused them. He is not only excellent
actor but man Of talent and reading. His friends,
therefore, will bear In mind that this evening, they
illness, mast that engagement be violated.
CHRIsTy's MIssrRELs-It Ia somewhat SURPRISING
considering the long period this band of MINISTRIES
been performing In this city, that still their concerts
able audience This is proef shSs tSsr
negro representations superior to any similar
hibtion that has ever been presented in this city
They will give afternoon concert to-day, and from
the programme. we should say better am usement
can be offered for the enjoyment Of children and pa
weekly pension for exhlarating the spirits our st
zens and driving from their minds every thought of
pestilence in giving tone to the system by
his meodious negro melodies.
Castle GAnpEr-The usual Sunday evening concert
Will BIO given here to- morrow night. II is always at
tended by crowds and these fine summer evenings
there is no more delightful place for promenade, sc.
The SUMMER FrrEs CASTLE GARDEN will commence
in grand STYLE on Monday evening next. They will
be conducted ON the most liberal PLAN and all tho
steal celebrities Of the day engaged for the
The summer balls to be given every evening, after the
concerts will also prove very delightful entertain
ments.
Mr.. @. Vandenhof is giving shaksperian readings ct
New Haven, Conn.