The New York herald., 1851-08-01

pas sing away-passing away
Theatrical and Musical.
The MARSHALL DRAMATIC JtBnEg.-The com.
plimentary benefit to Mr. Marshall il daily max
ing progressive strides, and the affair bids we'll to
outstrip all former displays in the dramatic world
The following communications were received by
the executive committee, yesterday from those dis
tinguished artists, the Rayels, Franck, and Segun
| trOupes:-
Nav YosK. July 81, 1851.
GENrLEMEs:-With very great pleasure we place our
in honor Of f. A. Marshall Esq o and shall be happy to
coupy with any arrangements which may be made for
our appearance at that very interesting festival
Respectfully, Yours &c,
Antoine Ravei, Mesdasles Celestine Franck
Francois Ravel, Nistorne Franck,
Jerome Rayel, Jerome Rayel
Lehman, Axel,
Msrzetti, Narzetti,
Axel. Dertin.
Bondin,
No. SO WINS STREET, July 81 ISL
DR.. III. +. Quackenbos and Observation-Disclosures
If can be Of the slightest service to our friend Mar
shall, pray command us. Yours, very truly.
EDWARD sEGUIN,
ANNE sEdUIN,
THOMAS BISHOP.
The above letters were received by the Executive
Committee from those amiable and excellent ar
lists, whose adhesion will be at once admitted to be
amost valuable acquisition TO the host who have
alreaoy rendered their gratuitous services Mr.
in the kindest manner offered the aid of his ackuow.
lodged ability. The work goes btavely on.
BowERY THEATRE.-The same rush to see the
beautiful spectacle, entitled "AZael, the Prodi
gall still continues. The great splendor of the
piece only now beginning to be properly apprcci-
ated, for. from first to last, each scene is fun of in
terest. The acting by Miss Anderton and Mr..
Eddy, as the principals, as also Mr.. Gilbert and
most deafening cheers. Bamblm was never more
active than at present, in catering well for the pa
irons of this Old and flyorite establishment; his
stage manager, Mr.. II. +. Stevens has everything
moving in fine order behind the curtain. Tonight
the performances will commence with '' Naval En-
gagements," and will conclude with the attractive
piece called Azael, or the Prodigal" Those who
have not seen this beautiful spectacle, should by all
means visit the Bowery, where il Is represented on
a scale of grandeur seldom witnessed in this city.
NBLo's GARDEN.-The same attractive enter
tainmcnt as that of Wednesday will be repeated
this evening: The performances will commence
with the evo,itions on the light rope by the mimi
table Gabriel, Francois, and the astonishing dancer,
Mons. Blondin, who jumps over eight soldiers with
bayonets, who fire al the moment Oh his great leap
We have never seen more caring and intrepid
performer; and delighted audiences testify their
surprise and delight every night, by reiterated
cheers. The next feature will be the beautiful my
Franck, Mile. Bertin and Messrs. Brilliant and Mar
zetti. The intermission for half an hour will then
take place; and the am isements will conclude with
the comic pantomime Of the Screen Monster"
lists, will appear in this piece, No doubt, as usual
there will be full house.
NATIONAL THEATRE. evening is set anart
for the benefit Of MIR. ii. ]. CONWAY. me author Of
the successful national spec.. entitled the ''Mys.
terious Chief TIC entertainments selected are
nehiy "..ractvo, and merit what the beneficiary Is
Justly entitled to-a crowded house TEha excellent
comedy called "The Review, or the Ways of
Windsor will commence the amusements, in
which Mr. Scott will sustain his famous character
nj 'lrna lad,
will be the new spectacle, entitled the "Mysterous
Chief cast with the full strength of the company.
We perceive that Mr.. Purdy, with his usual ener-
gy and indefatigable enterprise, announces two
great no, slties for next week-the first Of which
will be the debut in this city OF the young American
comedian, Mr.. ]: H. Mcvicker, and the other the
justly celebrated drama, styled the "Seyeu Is
capes of Adelaide Of Dresden which had such
triumphant succt at this theatre some years
since. This will be delicious feast for Purdy's
patrons.
BARNUMs MrSEUM-The beautiful and amusing
pantomme of "Dechalumeau," was repeated here
twice yesterday, and both times with the happiest
effect. The saloon was crowded on each occasion,
The farcos Of ''Perfection' and "Your Lies in
Danger" were admirably performed by the COM
pany Mrs. Rogers, who has recovered from her in
disposition, makes very pleasing Kate O'Brien;
she is pretty woman and charming actress.
CHARLES Paragon was very fine In the evening,
Flynn, who appears to be at home in any part,
made capital Countess. The whole of the above
performances are to be repeated this afternoon aud
evening.
CnRYsTi's MlNsrRELs This rarely gifted band
Of negro delineasors have acquired legitimate
reputation by their peculiarly amusing perform
ances which has spread itself in every part Of the
Union. Strangers visiting the city, as if by in-
stinct, anxiously enquire, "where docs Christy's
Minstrsls pcrformp' II is actually astonishing to
witIess the crowds that nightly throng their hall
The programme for tonight contains many rare
songs and Instrumental pieces.
FELLOWS MINsTRELs.-This unrivaled COM
pany havo completely ntox catod the public by
their amusing deiineatioas OF the negro character.
Night after night h,ir beautiful and well ventat-
Cd hall is crowded with the most delighted and
ihusiastic audiences. They possess the greatest
abilities in vocal and Instrumental view, and are
irrcsi.ibly witty in their cecontrcities. The pro-
gramme issued for this evening must ensure
ciowLcd house.
MILITARY GARDENS, BRooKLYS.-in excellent
bill is announced again this evening this splendid
establishment, for the benefit Of MIR. l.ystcr. The
commencing feature will be the comedictta of ''Deli-
cate Ground" This will be succeeded by tho
amusing ferce Of the Queens Own" and the whole
will terminate with the extravaganza called "a
Rowat Military Gardens"
MISS CHARLOTTE CrsnMAN.-Tbe -
Pgindaior has the following ~.rs7nI r.-.
s,na ttnIsd ;% netre's'- CsveapJer. direct
-. csult 1t. Marie, that Miss Charlotte
III, who is spending quiet vacation i; that
N ririDg cline, astonshcd the guests Jf the ste.
Marie Hotel, one 6ne morniss, by appearing
equipped cof-GPis in masculine attire-hat, coat.
rhmontonables and all Yea who have seen her
pcrsonation Of "llamlct,' can easily understand
the grace and ease with which she wore her new
"toygery." Here was not n single motive OF
triu.arh: not mere desire Co sstonsb the dinner
table, then, like the ghost Of Banluo to vanish
away and go back to rctticoats anu whalebohe;
No; she rode in it, fshed, walked, ran and rompod
IL IL; and for aught that can learn, has deter
mined to wear Il for the remainder of her dsys-a'