The national Republican., 1862-04-21
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iishmsnt, ereoted by Mr.. VIM. =. Spsulding,
upon the site Of the late National Theatre. 10
to be opened TO the public Tomorrow evening,
under, we believe, tue most hAttering auspices.
is a gentleman we'll known In professional cir.
ces an one Of the most able managers Of pub.
lic amusemen,s In the country. He 10 zen.
tlemxn Of means, and bis pride lies altogether
ment. Those who know Mr. Grover, both 60
caly and In business life, inform US that II is
his aim to establish 10 this city public resort
which, for comfort, beauty, and attraction, will
phis establishments, which are constantly be.
Ing held up aa tho models Of theatres In various
respects. We are sure, from what We have
already seen OF Mr.. Grover's art OF managing,
that he is greatly ahead Of sll others who have
ever attempted N establish theatre Of the
people In Washington.
We we're induced 10 look into the house on
Saturday, and, from = brief observation, feel
convinced that IT is to be the popular resort OF
the citizens and strangers of the city. The
scenery is undoubtedly the most elegant and
appropriate Of any theatre we have entered,
and is tho elaborate workmanship of Ar. Chss
8, Getz.
The stage is forty feet deep, thirty'aix fee,
wide, and furnished with forty two foot lights
There are four private boxes, designed by Mr..
Getz, the scenic artist Of tho establishment,
which are adapted to scat six persons comfor-
tably-each party being enabled to have d ine
dred and seventy-two In number, and in the
dress circle are covered with haiE-stuifod
cloth of n golden color, each row OF seats being
elevated more than the one before II. The
chairs, and tho orchestra seats arms chairs;
all the seats In tho house have not only been
constructed with sn idea to beauty, but placed
in = manner to render each auditor the great
est amount OF comfort.
Binoe Saturday, we learn that Messrs. Mel.
drum, Ward, Phillips, and Bokee, have been
added to the before efficient company. These
gentlemen are universally known as being
among the most talented In the country, In their
respective lines OF business.
Tomorrow evening is hxed NJ the grand In
auguration night Of this magnificent temple OF
Thespis and Euterpe, when Masses Hough. Par
Ward, and other favori,es viii appear in the
comedy Of tho "Serious Family" and the de-
lightful comediotta of ~. j., of the War De
partment." Tho Aminidab Sleek Of Mr. SGT.
ohell is commended very highly, As charming
piece Of acting, BY tho press Of New York and
Boston, while there are but few who have not
heard Of hts exquisitely comic impersonation
Of the rOliicking character OF Guy Goodluck.
In the last named piece. The Marine band
with thirty.throe instruments has been en-
gagged, and In addition TO the overture and enire
dcte music, will give delightful balcony con.
cert before the Commencement OF thu perform.
ance.
The box book for securing seats will be open
at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning.
FoRD's ArHENEux.-Saturday night highly
delighted audience assembled At this great
place of amusement, and testified their appreci.
alton Of the pleasing variety of entertainment
applause. "Michaei Erie" was highly interest
ing, and Mccullough won golden opinions by his
fine acting. But the "Rxilroad Gallop" took
down the house. Such perfect imitation Of
speed never before was heard. Roars OF
laughter and storms Of applause followed this
amusing feature. Tonight, Forrest appears
in his great character Of SPartioas, In the
prize tragedy Of the "Gladistor." The last op
porlunity of seeing him in this great character
Don't fail TO go.
ODD Fellows HALL-BeneM Of Mr.. Georgt
Kunkei.-This evening is set apart for the com
plimentary benefit tn Mr.. George Kunkel. the
originator and proprietor OF kuukers Ethiopian
Opera Troupe. A number OF our prominent
citizens have chosen this method of conveying
to Mr.. Kunkel MI idea Of thoir esteem and de
light Of Mr.. Kunkel as \ gentleman and per
former. A number Of new and laughable acii
will be introduced for the occasion, amOnG
which will be the laughable extravaganza or
al Trovatore," entitled the "Jolly Black
Smiths" and an admirable burlesque on "Rob
ert Maoaire." We trust that our citizens will
turn out in numbers Tor the support OF Mana
ger Kunkel
gers of this establishment continue to offer new
attractions nightly ut this, the popular place
OF amusement in this city. On this evening
the Justly celebrated leader Of Ethiopian com
edy Frank Brewer, makes his FIRST appearance
for the spring season; and the fascinating anC
beautiful Ida DuvalI, justly termed the "Queer
of Song" will make her debut before Wash
ington audience. The reputation Mr.. Browei
has gained, being we'll known to the public
needs no comment from us, while the fame o
Miss Duvall is certain to secure for her y bril-
liant reception. Miss Mile Fowler and tht
balance of tile great combination, including thu
court of beauty, will remain for short tint
longer. or course Brewer will give his grea
Shakspearian buresques.
CONTINENTAL OrERA HoUsE.-Our readers viii
be delighted to see the announcement, in Ou
advertising columns. Of the opaning of this new
claimant for public favor. Rarely have w
announced such u combination of talent AM
art, In the way Of amusement as 1t Is ou
province to do now. The managers have beei
around and picked out the star performer
in other cities, and will present them befOr'
the Washington public In one of the grandes
entertainments which has yet boon produced
See advertisement for particulars.
ACADEMY OF MUsIC.-Free concerts In tn,
large cities are vii the rage, and one of the bes
places to hear good music, Ia at the Academ!
of Music, No. 2S9 Pennsylvania avenue, (soutl
side,) between Ninth and Tenth streets. q,
and hear the celebrated Italian vocalist, Signo
Antonio Tibertini. Two good and faithful OFF
GERS, King and Norwood, are nightly In attend
ance to preserve good order.
The Chaplain OF the House,