The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1851-05-02

ment since the introduction of the grand spectacle
Of Monte Cristo." Taken a whole, either as
regards scenery acting, it is inimitable. The
only way of proving assertion by writing is to visit
the theatre, and it will then be seen that crowded
and delighted audiences will confirm the truth of
our assertion. The scenery is magnificent, and the
acting throughout is such as to merit what It de-
serves-the unqualified appreciation OF the yisiters
Mr.. L. Eddy is a good actor he reads smooth
ly, and rants very ttle if any lie is likely to be-
come of the greatest iavortes that ever ap-
peared within the walls of this time honored Thes-
plan temple. Miss q. Wcmyss, like others who
have been educated under the discerning eye of
Mr. Hamblin, has now arrived at an envious posi-
ton, and il always received with cheers. Miss :.
Denim is admirable Mr.. Stevens as efficient rs
ever; Tilton wins favors every hour; and Winans
by his great comic ability keeps the house in roars
Of laughter. In fine, those who visit the Bowery
theatre will be amply repaid for their patronage.
BROADWAY THEATRE.-The beautiful spectacle,
the "Nision of the sum-" still continues to draw
large and delighted audiences. The splendor Of
the scenery, not to speak Of the acting, which is
always good, Is sufficient to draw crowded houses.
When manager is enterprisng and regardless of
expense, IN order TO show his patrons that their
pleasure and comfort is his real object, and in
comprising this end that he is well repaid
for his Efforts it is still to be recollected that al
though large audiences for II week may be
said to repay him, yet it is not the fact, it must
have cost large sum to place this piece effectively
on the stage, and in such way to completely
dazzle the behoders by Its brilliancy. This grand
this evening" when 1t is hoped the boxes will present
respectable appearance, in order to give assurance
to the proprietor that his efforts are duly appre.
eiated. Previous to the spectacle, the beautiful
piece, entitled Morning Cali" will be acted.
with Mr. Conway a fine comedian, as Sir Edward
Ardent, and Miss Anderton, as Mrs. Chillington.
NBLo's GARpEN-The entertainments ut this
spacious and beautiful establishment commence
this evening with the = Washerwoman," in which
the English vaudeville company will appear. This
company is directed by very talented artist and
great favorte, Mr.. John Seton The next fea-
ture and that's truly brilliant one, is the splen
did ballet of 'Catarna," which has been so gene
rally admired and calls forth every night the most
enth usastic cheers To speak of the peculiar fea-
lures, dazzling as they are, of this nnitable pro-
duction would REQUIRE more space than we can de-
vote to 1t suffice it to say, Caroline Rousset APP
pears in it, and that itself is sufficient to crowd
Niblo's: She is graceful in tue extreme-moyes
with all the lightness and fascinating charms of
Peri-and is beyond all question the best general
ddnSerSe We have ever Her three sisters, al
though assuming minor characters, all artists of
the first, stamp. so long as they continue to play
at Nblos so long they attract brilliant assem-
blages.
Burrows THEATRE.-We have so often pointed
attention to the interesting features of the perform
ances given every evening at this popular establish
ment, that it requires LITTLE more from US than TO
say, the entertainments such to keep pace
with the talented efforts of the proprietor, w. T..
Button. He seems to know the peculiar wants of
the people, and hence his great success. But he
dlscernment to know what the peculiar taste of the
age requires in dramatic productions, he still goes
farther; and in order that those pieces should be
Effectively presented, he has around him artists of
the first talent, who FIJI the respective characters
with great truthfulness Of representation Tonight
the amusements consist of the morning Call" the
llypocrite. and the nevertring piece called "I'hc
School for Tigers" IL this bill don't draw an i'm
mense assembage will be much surprised
NATIONAL THEATRE The entertainments for
this evening will commence with the farce of
pheasant Neighbour" and will be followed by one
of the best pieces produced within the walls of
this popular establishment. Nothing can surpass
the grandeur of scenery presented in the gorgeous
and magnificent spectacle of "Thalaba, the
Destroyer, or the Burning Sword" From first to
last it is brilliant in the extreme, and must have
the effect of fully repaying the great enterprise of
Mr.. A. IL. Purdy, who has been Mt an enormous
expense in placing it upon the stage in such SPLEEN
dor and magnifcence MIR. Watkins sustains his
part with admirable dramatic ability Mr. Bran
don is also clever; Miss Mestayer and Mrs. II. r.
Grattan are also clever; and the ballet scene, di
rected by Miss Malvina, is beautiful. We advise
those who take delight in spectacle to make visi
to the National, where We promise them they will
while away an evening in the utmost pleasure.
BRorGuAM's LYcEra.-This very prosperous and
well managed theatre is going ahead. The per
tormances give the greatest satisfaction. The
beautiful opera, translation from Donizetti, en-
titled the "Child Of the Regiment" which has
been produced very effectively, regards scenic
grandeur, good acting, fine vocalzation, and excel
lent orcnesTal arrangements, Dy the cclcDratet
George Lodcr, will commence the entertainments
this evening. Mary Taylor as Marie, the "Chid
Of the Regiment" fills the character in splendid
style. She sings sweetly, and gives general plea
favorite polka, aided by Mr.. G.. w. Smith and
the entertainments will conclude with the local
popularity, entitled "Row at the Lyeeum"
Brougham, as a manager wishing to progress with
the times, gives, usual, unlimited satisfaction;
and Lynne, as stage manager, is excellent. The
other characters Mr.. Dunn, Mrs. Vernon, Miss
Gould, Mrs. Brougham, and Miss L. Taylor, are
all sustained with admirable ability.
CRIsTY's MINsTRELs are attracting rs usual
crowded and delighted audiences. The programme
for this evening contains an excellent selection of
songs, instrumental pieces, dancing, burlcsques,
and wittcisms.
FELLOWS MlSsrRELs.-This excellent band, in
conjunction with the New Orleans Screnaders, APP
pear every evening at ~ Broadway. Their per-
formances very select, and well deserve the
patronage of the public,
BARst'M's MusEuM-The comedy Of "The Sc
rious Family" is still creating as great sensation as
ever, and nightly the spacious saloon is crowded.
The acting of liadaway is excellent Miss Sylycs-
ter is also fine Mrs. Charles Torrens." This
production will be repeated tonight. fine and
pleasing afternoon performance occurs daily. To-
day, new domestic tale will be played, in which
Kent, an excellent comedian, will appear.
Castle GAEpES.-The first of the series Of grand
Sunday concerts, usually given ut this popular
esta blishment, will be given on Sunday evening
next.
TnE ALLEcnAvI,Ns sing again in Williamsburgh
this evening. We advise all the lovers Of good
music TO pay them n visit.
CHINESE ASSEMBLY RooMs.-Mr. Gaudon, and
his nephew, the young Jouhcnant will give their
wonderful experiments Of - Natural Second Sight"
NJ the above rooms, on Monday evening next.
Shooting Intelligence.
SrcCrssrrL HrNrfsG ExcrRsIos ~ CAsApA.-The Mon
trcal (Ca) Gasdie IL the Doth inst. say.:-we have
been kindly favored by correspondent with an account
~ hunting match in the county a sheforl FROM which
extract the following particulars II appears that the
good people II and about the neighbfopd Of frosc VIII
lage, to the conclusion few days ago that there
rather more game In the county than ncedfu
profitable for the crops; and after holding council
rived at the conclusion that they had better
Of determination At the meeting. Captain A. ~