The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1849-01-09

Theatrical and Musical.
BowERy TBEATEE.-There wss . great house here
last evening" to witness the drst representation Of the
grand new dramatic spectacle OF Bosdcia, which was
produced In the mort brilliant style We hssard no
thing in saying that magnificent spe stacle has
been in New York before; and, apart from
the spendor of the getting up the story itself
Of the greatest interest," and the acting Of all the prom
the aged and venerable Celt, enacted his part With
that judgment and DETERMINATION which always
marks his performances; while Miss Wsmyss -
the noble BoadtceA, whose country ru thlessy
everrun by the foreign enemy, played with all the
dignity and talent which she is eminenty mistress
dealer (Wipsns) looked charming; her dress became
her admirably, and do not wonder that the worthy
gsdoins spirit OF his spouse The singing choruses,
oombats, and other imposing portions Of the piece,
we're well managed surprisingly go for first nights
performance and all in the getting up of the
piece deserve great credit for the COMPILE with
which II was produced. The scenery Is beautiful
olden time. j. II. Hall J. Dunn Jordan and the rest
played we'll The dresses too very brilliant Alto.
ersduceS at the Boyery f viii be played ss.in TO-
night and will doubtless, have long rum
Broadway THEArRE.-Uhe run Of that rich Anu
beautiful piece, The Count of Monte Cristo," still
continues with unprecedented vigor and unsbsted In.
tensity The curiosity Of the public to see this beau
tful drama Is still far from being satiated We have
language 60 no further to describe it's beauties,
and the merit talent, and genius Of the several able
performers who appear in it, or these Lester ut their
head has tseen the town completely by storm 1t 10
proud thing for Mir. Lester, the manner in which be
the Count and all the other varieties of
this great but difficult character; and the applause
with which night after night he IL greeted reward
richly due to he genius and sk VIII CHI Is capable Of
such an hstrionic effort and exhibition. Monte
Cristo" will doubt continue to some time
longer. Indeed, 1t seems nightly to augment in power
OF attraction while it fully deserves the intense ad
mration ii excites in all who witness it..
NATIONAL THEArRE.-At an early hour last even.
ing the house crammed in every part, and before
the farce which commenced the entertainments was
over became necessary to stop the sale Of any
tickets, so that hundreds, literally hundreds were
obliged to postpone their visit to another evening"
AL this excitement the result the production Of
the piece, Wacousta which has been announced
as for some time past To say that
eucc, ssful enough was most triumphant; nd
the sud hurrshs of the audience Is the cur.
tain fell the first act, showed how much they ap-
preca.ed the piece The scenery is most beautifu
and feverA novel effects introduced In the course
of the piece; ships under full fail pass and re.pass
boadsdes excha pged, and all the incidents sea
ner In snanner We believe which before been
attempted on any stage J. r.. Scott acted his part
syntur, H. rbert G. Booth the beautiful Mr.. Ishsr
woed. Mrs. Woodward, and Mrs. Chapman all had ca
pital parts The piece will, no doubt, have . long
run, and In future notices Of it, We shall enter
into detail respecting It, 1t will be repeated this
ing, with several other amusing pieces
BrK1oN's THEArRE.-This charming place Of enter-
tainment again, last evening, exceedingly we'll
filed by . very fashionable and intelligent audience
to wtnes that very successful and beautiful drama
called Dombey and Son." in which Mr. Burton's
inimitabe representation Of Captain Cutie will never
to draw good house. that character alone is
worth the whole price Of admit,ance. Mrs Knight
and Mrs Brougham drew down the admiration OF the
audience, followed by renewed Applause The next
Mo ahp ondC ohop, wvhsc
laughsbe affair, and went Off we'll. The performance
concluded with the ever amusing burlesque, called
Where Is Barnum!" Tonight an excellent bill is
offered.
TIE DHTINs.- On Saturday evening last we awaited
ourselves OF invitation musica soiree which
was courteousy extended to the leading member. Of
the press the most celebrated Of the musical profess
eion, u few amateurs and many Of the most stsunch
friends and supporters of artists On catering the
dppg saloon OF the Aston ouse ound that beauti-
ful nd spacious salon crowded with Of the
brilliantly fashionable and critical assemblsges we
we've ladies among whom noticed many Of the lead
ing bellies Of the season. 1he presence Of ladies,
such an occasions is novelty and reflects great credit
on the taste OF the Messrs Distin and their agent
Mr. Corbyn. The very lattering ecomiums bestowed
these eminent artists by the European press had
Tased the expectations Of those present to high de-
gree but their wonderful and charming psrforman
more than realized them Words inadequate to
playing. We advice those who have " music in their
souls to attend their concert for such playing has
been b. ard here and the great charm Of it H.
waited ear, their music gives equal delight. Mr.. Distn,
sen. played the SOLDIER Tired" with great musical
nous cheers Of . delighted audience. Mia O'Conuor
very charming vocalist, sang several solos very
Dtin Altogether thi. was one Of the most
and brilliant debuts have witnessed. Their
fret concert will take place at the Tabernacle
morrow evening. Their success is beyond the posi-
bility of doubt.
AMERICAN CIRcUs.-There 10 no place Of amusement
in city better supported and deserving higher pa
has fhatk ..k huA o.
The FIRST appearance Of the sagacous May Fly" was
hailed lsst evening with much applause and the noble
which be performed The charming ponies displayed
also, much grace In their Waiting and wrestling A
for the riders of the doubt whether any other
company rival that Of the American circus for
canoe agility and astonishing feats The Chinese
tvsl exhibited by the whole company, ia very spen-
did affair and will attract many to this pretty place
OF anuement.
CHRIsrys MlNsrRELs, the great singers Of the day,
are purtung their career most successfully and the
new features they have Lately introduced In their
GROW ds Of patrons To- night their programme will be
first rate
THE New ORLEANS SERESApERs at the Society Libra.
singing nightly to most fashion BILE and intel
gent audiences. Their elegant performances delight
the most rehped ear, and we with confidence pro-
mise all who visit them most charming evenings
tertafnment.
TEIEoRAPuIc ArrHoRsHrr.-Dicken's new literary
production, The Haunted Man., was received here
on Saturday night. and has been dramAtized by Mr..
Brougbam. 1t will bs played tomorrow evening at
Burton's theatre Chambers street. Mr.. Broughsm is
well known able writer, and persuaded
his piece will meet with hat patronage which his
splen did abilities, either author actor, deserve
CHINESE MUSEUM The interesting collection ofrare
and beautiful curosies which here exhibited, is
making the resort Of all those who wish TO oomb
pleasure with Instruction 1t Is truly what it processes
10 be- genuine and accurate representation Of China
and its Inhabitants.
Nh BAKER, the popular stage manager Of the Olym-
pie theatre takes his be peft this evening" Mr. Chan
ffsu and Mr.. W Christy have volunteered their SER
wees on the occasion Mr. Baker IL long and favor
ably known In this city and ersusded his
Herous friends and acqusntsnoes will fill the Olympic
this evening.
MELoDEos.-The Serenaders at this house give most
amusing entertainments nightly The perfor m a ces
conducted with much decorum and altogether the
Neodeon is capital house for quietly inclined per-
sons.
KIMr's LycrUm Is well patron'zed and the perform.
ances are well worth seeing. They are both curious
and amusing.