The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1849-05-09

Forrest at this theatre, last evening The play was
"Richelieu" and tho appearance Of Mr. Forrest he
welcomed by three enthusiastic Cheers which
called for by of the auditors In tho gallery and
followed by demand for three groans for him,
which instantly silenced "Richelieu" is not in
our opinion, Of MIR. Forests best roles Undoub-
eddy the personaton of this difficult character is in
his hands, marked by many evidences of genius and
ability; but il Ia not, whole successful hisrionic
effort The play proceeded, interrupted only by the
plaudits Of the house. Miss Waack sustained herself
with characteristic ability. We are always happy to
notice that panstaking and meritorious actor, Mr..
Dyot; and on this occasion no fully justified
miums The manner in which the play put upon
the stage refected-we need hardly say-great credit
the stage management Of this popular establishment
At the close Of the performance MIR Forrest called
out and three cheers for him were given followed by
" three groans for Macready." The afterpieoe
then played and the crowded auditory dispersed. To-
night MIR Forrest appears in the character of Meta
mora-a character which ho has made his own, and in
which his powers are eminenty displayed.
BowERv TnEArRr.-" Othello" was tho play last evo-
ming and q very large audience assembled to witness
It, MIR Eau bin promised to give the haks pea an
plays In style before in New York, and he
is keeping his word for truly the performances at his
house of the splendid kind. Last evening no
appeared as the Moor Mrs Shaw the haplcss Dcs-
demons, Mr. Ryder the false hearted lago Mrs Jor
dan as Emilia With such a cast, it may easily be
imagined this splendid tragedy most ably played
MIR Hambin's Othello was marked by all that dignity
Of bearing admirable elocuton and just conception Of
the part which his performance of it has always been
remarkable for From the first to the last scene he
very much applauded. MIR. Ryder's lago a
terly piece OF acting; he makes agO more Of bravado
ing character than have been accustomed to SEQ,
but think his conception Of the part most natural
and correct His scenes with Roderigo were ex-
cellent and again with the Moor. he admira-
BILE One scarcely wonder at Otheo's being so de-
ceived when it is done so peciously and smoothly as
Ryder does it in his part OF ago. Mrs. Shaw played
and never have we seen TINS talented lady
ps she received very great and most thoroughly
deserved Mrs Shaw is, undoubtedly, the best Amori
tragic actress, and she never played better than
she Is doing at present Mr. Ryan in tho aftcrpcce
of the Irish Tutor" confirmed the excellent impress
sion he the first evening Of his appearance he
has excellent voice, is a capital comedian, has dno
brogue, and moreover is good dancer as he showed
by his fox hunter Jig which he danced in fine STYLE
MIR Ryan great qusition to the theatrical pro-
fession in this country, and will meet with much
cess, night the play Of the Stranger" will be
produced-Mr Hamblin, the Stranger Mr. Ryder,
Baron Steinfort Mrs. Shaw Mrs. Halter. Miss Deer
ing will dance the Pas de Savoyard," and the drama
of - Born to Good Luck,n with Mr. Ryan as the happy
Paudeen ORafery, will conclude the entertainments.
NATIONAL THEArRE.-The "Enchanter' is most sue
cessu this house, the applause and cheering during
its performance is immense and the audiences every
evening of the largest kind For beauty of scenery
have never seen a piece more remarkable; every
scene in it has been painted expressly for the
sion and Mr. Porter, by whom it designed and
cuted may we'll be proud of his work The first scene
the banqueting hall in the palace of Tyre-is most
magnificent, and the dancing by the excellent corps de
ballet in this scene was warmly applaudcd The battle
ment scene too in the second act is of the most
remarkable scenes VIC have witnessed; as is also
the garden and the sudden transformations it
and sudden r.veament of the beautiful Sumnite girls
Mr. Squres who got up the machinery by which these
changes are effected, has proved himself a thorough
workman. The magnificent PROFESSIONS beautiful
dances fine music and chorusses throughout the piece
to speak of the gorgeous dresses and decorations
all combine to render the "Enchanter the splen-
did spectacle got up at the National 1t will be
played again this evening
Burrows THEATRE.-Brougham's excellent comedy
Of Romance and Reality the only piece perform
ed at this popular place Of amusement last evening"
and, must frankly confess 1t reflects the utmost
credit the nimitable dramatist by whom it was
written, for the intense interest which is preserved
throughout the entire piece. Burton Asper,
usual gave evidence of his great versatility
whatever station Of life he may be placed in, who
always acqut himself to the entire satisfaction Of any
audience, however discriminating discerning. Oil
yer Manley, by MIR Lynne, equally well sustained
Rosabel, by Miss Chapman, in all her scenes of love
with Frank Meredith gave additional evidence of her
excellent conception of every character she is APP
pointed to sustain and Jordan, in the part Of Frank
her lover was very happy and performed his part
throughout with exceedingly good judgment: Laven.
to Rosabel but disappointed, personated in true
Tom Shufieton style: But what shall We say. Of
to one sentence, and that is that the part per-
formed by Brougham. He is, evidently taken either
actor dramatst one of the most useful attaches
that belongs to any theatre in the Union On the
whole Burtons little theatre in Chamber street. gene
rally presents every feature of amusement that must
always command the patronage of those who wish to
while away an hour or two in pure rational enjoyment
APOLLO RooMs.-SEcoSD AND LAST CONCERT D.
IxELnEMER.-The bad weather was decidedly against
concerts of all kinds; and among the musical enter
tainments which came off last evening" think tho
so6e given by the young French artist of the
worst attended. We are sorry for this, because Mr.
Ikehemer made his best efforts to satisfy his small
audience, and was highly successful in doing The
Haumann we're performed by him with brio and great
feeling. The " Caroinienne," composed by the exc
cuant, was also much appreciated by all present and
gave great pleasure for well written and finely
executed Madame Valentino sang four times and,
said in notice OF yesterday morning displayed
excellent method but her voice is far from being
sympathetic. We advise this lady to devote herself to
giving lessons in singing; she will undoubtedly be
cessl in our city Sgnor Corelli and Taanelli were
also present among the stars of the concert and afford
ed great satisfaction to their hearers Signor Bari
who accompanied the concertste performed his duty
in very creditabe manner In short the last
of Mr. lkehemer the occasion for this vionis to
display his talent; and he will always rank high in
musical circles.
CnRIsrY's MINsrRELs-Midst all the chances and
changes which betal almost every public exhibition
the concerts of the Christys retain all that popularity
freshness and amusing features which have always
marked them. They most industrious set of
mnsres and success does not dull the edge Of their
husbandryo on the contrary, series out to stimulate
them to further exertions. They will this evening
give frst-rate programme Their grand buresques,
the Voyage Musicale as also the 'Cowbellogians"
will be given, besides great variety of excellent
songs, &c.
CAsirBEIL's MINsrRELs will perform this evening at
Montague Hall, Brooklyn We need say that their
reputation as Ethiopian minstrcls is very high. Our
Brooklyn friends had better hear them whilst they
they return to this city next Monday evening
when they will open at the Apollo Rooms.
New ORLEANS SERENApERs.-The attendance at the
concerts Of these singers Is great and their
tasteful and racy performances meet with all that ap
probation which they have commanded They
racy performers in their line be desired,
and those who have heard their singing, bur-
lesqucs, &c, will fully agree with us.