The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-12-28

Steinway Hall Concert.
The tnauspicious state OF the weather doubtless
deferred many from being present at Theo. Thomas
concert last evening, but Steinwsy Hall was never
theless comfortably filed. The concert was
probably the most agreeable OF Its four predeces-
sors, for setting aside the attractions OF the
fine orchestra, the occasion was rendered unusually
interesting by the first appearance in this city OF
MISS ineresa Sheik, announced as young rd0e-
dtenne, who recited occur de Leon'' and ''Tne
Fate OF Virginia." Miss Shelk was very favOrably
received. and the excellent Interpretation which she
gave those beautiful selections was thoroughly ap-
Of the 81 ns snans
his first appearance as cithern player His rst solo
was introduced in Lumbyes DIVISIONS In Dream"
audience justly demanded an encore, which was
complied with In the rendition OF Umlaurs "S0uve-
ness and harmony, and not a little suggestive OF a
harp, flute and violin combined. Mr.. Geschwander
Mas cSsday appiaGded anu aeseayedy encored
excellent style.
Irving Hall.
The first concert OF the Mendelssohn Orchestral
Union an organization OF considerable excellence.
under the direction Of Harvey b. Dodworth, the well
known leader, took place last night In Spohr's
'Jessondau overture ana "Crispin0n pOtpourri
the powers Of this orchestra were sufficiently tested
We trust that such an excellent body OF musicians
will be heard more frequently In public. Edward
Mollenhauer gave sample OF his unsurpassed violin
DE Sofia, from Bryants Minstreis, and the other
artists also acquitted themselves commercially.
Theatrical and Musical Notes.
Although the novelties for the present week are
not perhaps attractive the requirements of this
festive season would lead most people to anticipate
but few public places Of amusement having varied
their old programmes-still they are comparatively
fresh to the majority of the Christmas throng, who
VIII doubtless take advantage Of the holidays to
and hear everything worthy Of notice.
At Pixies Opera House LA Chans0n de Fortdhio'
and Lies Bavards' Will be produced every evening
this week, when they will be withdrawn to be sub
stituted by Onenbachs famous sensation ia Peri
chole,n after which Will be presented next Monday
Mlle Tostee has almost recovered from the effects
OF her recent unfortunate accident and will shortly
sGenevieve de Brabantr VIII bid farewell. to her
numberless admirers after this week. Her reign at
cal triumph, and in order to take her leave with
appropriate ecdt her forces are to be augmented by
70 ee pn oSsa%
money" an excellent comedy, will be turned to
good account tonight at Wallack's. Both artists
and patrons will doubtless come to that conclusion
after the performance.
The Broadway theatre, encouraged BY the success
Ring. )" stili retains it's prominent position.
No matter what may be said to the contrary,
"After Dark" at Nibo's is good sensation drama
effects. Every night this week.
1t Is needless to state that .'Humpty Dumpty" will
days. II such calamity should arise the school
boys, now at liberty and full OF fun, would probably
take the establishment by Storm and then Fox would
The three graces at the New York theatre will,
during the present week, unite "Bele Helene' with
Barbe Bleue," in burlesque, OF course and on Mon
GoldS f' - ~ '''' :
''Ernani, or the Horn of Dilemma" said to be
Mt
woods Museum, Miss Lydia Thompson sustaining
Jack Sheppard tried favorite on the east SIDE
y to be given at the Bowery theatre, with no less
than thirty-1ve scenes and thirty.dv tableaux
while the new ballet will subsequently dance away
the terr0rs OF the representation.
At the Park theatre, Brooklyn, the continuation Of
Aladdin Is announced The production Is appro-
pirate to the season and is accordingly received with
success.
the spangled heroes Of the New York Circus still
Blue Beard" with all its suitable accessories, and
the daring feats OF equestranism and arenlc sports
are hailed nightly with appreciation, Matinee and
evening performances during the week.
"Br0adway and the Bowery" Is the significant
title OF Tony PASTORS latest production No doubt
and downs OF life in both localities are to be pre-
sented
Apollo Hail. Their programme is chiefly confined to
Irish melodies, comic songs, jgs and characteristic
Bryants' MInstrels nnding that their excellent pro-
gramme requires no Immediate change for the holl.
days intend to continue nue. IT, Gsneyeve de- Bryan
DE Sofia, are still the attractions.
Kelly Icons troupe, never behind in the way
OF novelty, Will present for the frst time Franco
American buresque 'Gin-ncvieve de Graw.n Leon
rs Dragon Will be immense.
The San Francisco Minstrels, in their Ethiopian
opera, "B0ne Squash Dlablo," have been very sue
cessful during the week. 1t will be presented during
the holidays.
Hooley's opera Houses in Brooklyn and williams
burg have been very largely attended santa Claus
or the Childrens Friendu produced nightly at both
establishments, sparkes with Christmas fun. Its
attractions are not little enhanced by the number
OF children,s presents given away.
Mr.. q. Vandenhon Will give readings from the
comedies Of Moere In the theatre Of the Union
League club this evening.
madrigal and glee concert will be given to-mor-
row evening ct Steinway Hall.
At the Brooklyn Academy Of Music Messrs. Lowell
and Smmonds announce the appearance tomorrow
evening, for one night only OF Miss Maggie Mitchell
In her famous character Of Amry, III Little Bare
f0ot.r
SIgnor Blitz continues to stare his patrons at the
Brooklyn Athen4um during the holidays.
The trial OF skill in banjo playing. between Dobson
and Plumer for $1,000, takes place this evening at
The Hawking Zouaves give promenade concert
tonight ut the Apollo Hall.
Tammany Hall, judici0usly surrendered by the
sachems, Is to be reinaugurated with o grand
flourish OF trumpets, and to all appearances under
the most favorable auspices, on Wednesday next.
The programme Of entertainments exceeds in mag
nitude anything hitherto presented in tins city,
while the number Of artists engaged must be counted
by the hundred. The hall has been transformed into
q beautiful theatre and the adjoining rooms fitted
out In luxurious style. The interior OF the building
has 1t IL said been modelled after the Crystal Palace,
London.