The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1853-07-21

CAn1S CAMDEN OPnA--As "nisir," the most lively
and perhaps the most charming Of Douissta's Light
operas given for the fret time last evening, before
fair though not crowded house. Adina 10 part well
suited TO Madame SOntaR's style, both vocal and his
trionic We doubt whether che has appeared in aay
character in which she has achieved pleasing
Nothing could be airy p'qusnt than her
rendering of the lively airs scattered through
the two acts. ''Chiedi ALI aura lusinghiersn was q
marvel Of seductive grace; "Una tenera occaiatina"
of coquetry. The duets with DR. Dalcimaa
were fully appreciated by the AUDIENCE the
last which the Doctor fairly admits the superiority of
female art masculine cuuniog received well merited
encore Nor her delneaon Of the unconscious love
ard half COZ ceaed pque Of the peasant grl when her
lover affected Indifference less worthy Of her rank
actress Adipa IL decidedly hit.
Bsdisli as the sergesnt-im pudencs nceit, and
fauknesa persoBifed-seened 10 lack his usual spirit
There a want Of vivacty and e'urdn in his acads,
defect the striking Bsdaa peculiar excellence
ally the fire aud Datualres with which he carries
of his part We glad to be abe to say that the slight
falling of in this respect cid not extend to his vo,e That
delightful usual and drew Go ga the house as
peremptor1y in the duet with Nemorino.
For the first time since we have had the pleasure
OF Mr., Rosere's acquaintance, conscienuousy
commend his Performance throughout entire opera.
His Doctor DplcimarA capital He has seized the
true features of the character Of the quack doctor and
portrsys them with humor aud vis conica which sho
that notwithstanding his fsiures Revere has talent
ard power. The part is fins one; know Of none in
the Whole reprtory Of comic opera which offers equal
to tse Of Roveres stle From the open
ing address the villagers, when Dr. Dulcmara vaults
his rossrurs in the language ased by quack advertisers
OF the present day, and them that his
has rer nj 1 n7 eIiu 81 tn he
cloe Xben the ppy denouement is clearly shown
the wok VI the famous bottle Of elixir, Rvere
| fug9ed, and may honestly add that the audiences
tired Of seth him. In the duet wi Nemorino he
better. perhaps, than have ever heard him, and
altos ether contributed little to the Of the
opera ri sic on,nia!
To Max Maretzek tribute of praise f,r the snd
sprit with which the orchestra performed their task il
fsiy due though after the unparalleled Of his
Roberto ALMOST without Iehearsas, the perfect
ton OF 'Elisir" scarcely calls 70. comment
We my seriously informed that operas OF undoubt
ed merit and almost to Nov York audiences, to
be shortly produced at Castle Garden aud that M4rin
who rspdly recovering from his accident will proba
bly, be able in week ten days, to take his share in
them. Bearing in mind that have already two
works which unite Intrinsic excellence to the charm Of
comparative povelsy-Robsrto" and Elisir'-producsd
within week very short notice, we inclined to
place faith in the promise than is generally due to
operate announcements.
The CHINESE BENEFIT CASTLE GARDEN TO night the
long of and much needed benefit performance tor
the relief Of the destitute members Of the Tang hook Tong
drsmatic company of at Castle Garden We trust
it will have such sn prove the philanthropy
Of citizens and enable these poor foreigners to get
back to their country in San Francisco when they
their es will be at end In addition to
the art tic attractions which have before mentioned
in connection 18th this matter may state that Herr
Gocke pianist Of great population is to make his first
appearance here this evening and perform two solos
The greatest sympathy has been exhibited among
e and others towards the unfortunate Ceestias, and
expect 10 to night practical illustration Of It.
Sire the above written have receive the fol-
lowing note from Mr.. Hudson, the eomsd diam
NEW YORK July 20 1853.
Dear Sir From the precarious state Of Mad Anna
Thin's health she will be able sing for the bene
fit Of the Chinese Dramatic Company at Castle Garden
but she deeply with their fororn and
ttue situation she directs to enclose you check
for $50 for their relief with best wishes their
fsre. am yours, &c. JAMES HUDSON.
We hope that sill those who cannot lend in this
charity viii! do Madame Thillon has DONE and fend
check to the committee for the benefit of the Celesis
LAY up treasures in heaven