The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1852-06-16
Theatrical mud Musical.

Theatrical and Musical.
BowEgy TnEATRE.-Mr. Hanblin appears this
evening IN the comedy of sI.ule n Wife and Have q
Wife,, as Leon. During the past eight or nine
evenings the representations Of Mr.. Hamblin were
Witnessed with great enthusiasm by full and re-
spectacle audiences, who are always DESTROYS of
seeing good actor and representative of the
palmy days of the stage. He has been in this city
nearly thirty years and has always been considered
first rate tragedan; he has also educated many Of
the best actors Of the day. several of whom are now
in England, bearing the palm before the mighty
gods. He will be supported by Stevens Goodal,
and other eminent performers. The entertainments
close with the drama of "Thrce Eras Of Womans
Life.
seen the celebrated Madame Celeste should embrace
the present opportunity, as her engagement posi-
lively closes on Saturday evening. Auber's grand
opera in two acts will commence the amusements of
this evening, with Madame Celeste, Mr.. and Mrs.
Seguin, and Mr.. Bishop, in the principal characters
The music Of this piece is very sweet, and is rom
dercd doubly so by the artistic manner in which it
is executed under the direction of Mr.. Roberts, the
leader of the orchestra. The entertainments will
close with the drama of the "Willow Copse,''
Madame Celeste in her inimtable representation Of
Rose Fielding, supported by Messrs. Conway,
Dayidge, Reynolds, Fenno, Miss Kate Horn, Mrs
Henry, and Mrs. Seton.
NlBLO's GARDES.-This beautiful theatre is, rs
usual visited every night by audiences of the first
order, who, as usual, give testimony Of their de-
light by enthusiastic cheers. Niblo is great ma
nager; he always contrives, nc matter at what ex-
pense, to have the best artists Of the days but he
always has the pleasing satisfaction of seeing that
his efforts are duly appreciated by the dramatic
public. Tonight, he offers very diversified bill.
The entertainments commence with the comedy of
Perfection in which Mr.. Blake and Mr.. Lester,
OF great dramatic fame, will sustain the leading
characters. The ballet performances Of the French
troupe will follow, in variety Of their most beauti-
| full dances.
BURROWS THEATRE The Imaginable and eccentric
drama called Paris and London which has been
received with unanimous cheers by the patrons of
this prosperous establishment will be presented
again this evening, with the same brilliant cast Of
characters Mr.. Dyot, well known to the votarics
OF che drama as of the best stock actors in the
States, appears as Viscoun Volatile; Mr.. Placde,
comedian Of great notoricty, the Frenchman, and
Mr.. Burton, as Thomas Trot, an Engshman, with
Messrs. Johnston, Levcre, Mrs. Skcrrett, general
fayorite, Mrs Dyott, Mrs. Hughes, and other distn
gushed actresses in the other characters. Those
who have not seen this excellent drama, should visit
the Chambers street theatre, where we promsee
them they will receive the worth Of their money.
NATIONAL THEATRE.-Purdy seems determined
in this season Of great dramatic rivalry to be as
much on the alert AS any other manager in the city.
lie has engaged Mr.. j. Il. Scott actor of versatile
talents, and great favorte for years while playing
at the Bowery theatre toappear in the first walk Of
situation in the female department. Mr.. Scott an.
pears this evening, in the new prize tragedy called
Hclos the Helot" which has been written express
ly for hin-he will sustain the character Of noble
sister. The amusements will close with the drama
of "Columbia's Sons,' Mr.. w. G. Jones as Jack
IIalyafd.
LycEUM THEATRE-Mr. Brooke, the eminent
tragedan, has been engaged for four nights, by Mr..
Corbyn and will appear this evening in Shakspcares
tragedy OF "Iiamet, character in which he gained
great iamo in England. lie will be supported by
Mr. Arnold as the ghost, Mr.. Jordan Laertes, Mr..
Queen, and Miss Wyette as Ophela. Those who
take delight in Shakspearean representations will
do well to call at the Lyceum this evening and the
three following nights, to see Brooke in four of his
admired characters.
CASTLE GARDEN The Rousset Family, who have
given, while ut Nblo's, the utmost satiaction and
delight to all who visited their ballet performances
are exhibiting their science in dancing at Castle
Garden. They could not have selected a more beau
tifu location during the summer season, it is SO
cool and comfortable the air refreshing and in
MIGRATING; and the ice creams and other refresh
ments served up by French and Heser, are perfect
~ delicious. They appear to night in the beautiful
ballet of ''sathanic,3 when the four sisters will
exert all their rare accomplishments to please their
patrons. To see the charming daaseusc Caroline is
worth the price Of admission.
AsToR PLACE OPERA HousE.-Donetti's cele-
brated troupe of trained animals continue still to
draw large assemblages. The tight and slack ropo
performances are surprisng-the trained doee are
wonderful, particularly the exhibition of lie Bor-
teoux,, who walks sideways on two legs; the lie
Coup dc Pistolet and other exercises by the goats
are very amusing; but the pantomimic scene is
truly laughable. They are fikcly to draw large
houses for some time.
AMERICAN MUsEUM.Tbis old ana popular thea
tire OF dramatic performances and exhibition of
tural curosties is doing fine business; hundreds
visit IT daily, and generally leave the house highly
delighted with their visit The selections for this
afternoon and evening consist of the moral dramas
off, Charlotte Temple" and Passion and Repent
ance,' with the farce Of tho double Bodied
Room"
CHRIsTY's OPERA HousE.--The melodies which
are rendcrcdby Chrsty company every evening are
50 harmonious rs to draw crowded houses. Thor
Instrumental and other performances arc equally
good.
WOODS MINsrRELs Where can an evening be
whilcd away with greater merrment than in listen
irg 70 the laughter provoking and genuine witty
sayings Of this company. The bin ior this evening
is very attractive.
METROPOLITAN litLL.-The list grand concert OF
Mile Hermine Petit, aged nine years, viii come oil
tomorrow evening She j. ANNOUNCED as Is German
pianist ard 'otcgc Of the royal family OF Holland.
che viii D. istodby signoiina Adeno Patti, who
is an lt0lt f0tyice y laro abilities, whose No.,
cali2ation, ~ tho lyceuu, gained for hsr ths
esteem OF the sical dilgttantG also, Mtsor Viii
Liam Horny M0ltil, louGycnrt ot age tho American
tuiant Drumm The mu..ai selections ago from
Net cmiu. ompOsoIS 81 tho day. al sho
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