The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-12-14
THEATRICAL AND MUsCAL NOTES.

THEATRICAL AND MUSICAL NOTES.
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Variety is the order Of the day. We are prom,.ad
all sorts OF novelties, aud II manages do not fail IN
their undertakings. and long the, do their hest
and try to cater for the public In hammer which
past experience has clearly pointed on, there Is no
rear OF their ultimate success. opera 6ose for in
stance, In this city has achieved triumh almost
equal TO that in Paris and certainly supers to anv
"a London. 1t Is scarcely fair to attribute its un
paraueled success here to the great rivalry two
sanguine operate managers, but rather let ussiye
oreui. ior the excellent productions to the indlvoaI
eAeruons OF both Whether New York is Willing
support TWO Distinct companies OF opera 00uN
-" quesuon Tor immediate discussion, since
oosl managers are unquestionably realizing the
snss SUBSCRIPTIONS OF their supporters; but 1t
not improbable that either OF them should verge
into opera c0Qsse after some Tina Asitis both ara
successfully carrying out their arrangements as ell
GENTLY perhaps - the rival Italian opera managers
nave hitherto done In London. AS for the theatres
OF all shades and aspects there il no reason what
ever TO complain. Sterling ana the sensational
pieces have both had Q fair recognition. although
there has been hitherto not quite suflciant of
the former, while the latter has been largely
patronized Not few have observed strange fall
ing or IN the importation Of "starsn while the In
PRODUCTION OF only middling artists has been
the subject of some discussion 1t should be under
STOOD however, that the public Is In constant anti
cipation OF something novel, something that has
elsewhere created well deserved recognition.
Still 1t must not therefore be inferred that the intro
duction should consist Of some new mode OF de-
vising death, breakneck exhibitions or regardless
ballet girls; but, whether individual or spectacular
a novelty that should elicit esteem for personal
talent attract admiration for artistic skill For
the ensuing week the several places Of amusement
present interesting programmes, together with hold
ing forth bountiful inducements for forthcoming per-
formances.
sLes Bavardsn produced for the first time at
Pixies Opera House on wednesday last, has been
attended with deserved success. Although 1t
scarcely presents anything extraordinary, 1t has
nevertheless been placed upon the stage in credit
able manner and truth to say, the artists make the
Of it. Its principal attractions have been pre-
viously referred to- M. Leduc as Qristoval has
made decided hit, and that from part which, in
assisted by NJ. LaerirouL Mile Tostee as Roland Is
decidedly gallant while Inez finds graceful repre-
Sards IL an Excellent opcretta and as such oDy
must its merits be criticised. For the ensuing week
the second act of "Barbe Bleue,n with Mile. lrma
and M. Aujac In the principal TOteS Will bring the
performance to q close.
"Genevieve de Brabant," at the French theatre, is
attracting large AUDIENCES upon rs am
"Genevieve" has been the subject OF great discus
sion especially reference to its cGncan proclvf
made against IL have had little effect in detero-
rating the large crowds who have hitherto attended
its representations. That 1t has been placed upon
the stage in o style worthy OF any opera 0olfe es-
tablishment IN the world must certainly be admit
ted and, after ALL its so-caed double entendre can
opera boue that has yet been elsewhere presented.
The truth Is. they all have one tendency ana the
distinction between them u insignificant. For tug
'saeneveve" which is shortly to be substituted by
something still more refreshing. The first repre-
place on the 23d and Oath Of December when 1t will
be produced with rne same completeness that has
marked 1t at the French theatre, which has been
'D Hfwo Gan Play at thai Game and Piaachag
comedy. "The Follies Of Night" viii 90 presented
comedies are on the bill for succeeding nights They
| are to some extent relief from the rgmarole SEN
sations, which are good in their way no doubt, but
tiresOme when continued TOO long. That the public
win appreciate the production OF the legtimate'-
| an Interpretation OF common sense-there Is no
DOUBT it is expected too that these rich old plays
win not be speedily abandoned, for with such an
excellent company as now performs at Wailack's
nothing will prove too difficult
Nib0's has been the scene OF uninterrupted crush
ng-not little augmented by the hordes OF l0ung-
ers and specuators- the first representation or
AFTER DARK, % msr ns SCENIC az xb t
billions are excellent and have the credit or being
truthful, while the artists now thoroughly under
Tammany Hall is being speedily transformed into
one OF the most recherche places OF amusement In
TINS CITY isl 70 pe "a. SOFT OF % ON
future management be fulfilled there Is every pros
pcct OF Its ultimate success. The entertainments
while the admission to all Is to be limited to fifty
cents. The performances In the new theatre will
Ss a Ss ypc ~
| cert and burlesque extravaganza. What 10 now
known as the hall VIII be held theatre-c0nver
bies being provided elsewhere. Tammany Hail in
its reconstructed aspect will be opened on Christmas
| week. ON which occasion an address will be made by
Miss Matilda Hail. written, 1t IL said, by MI. A. Oakley
Hail. Mayor elect. At all events there seems to be
probability OF its second inauguration being more
..Tne Emerald Ring' after little polishing has
proved quite gem ~ the Broadway theatre. Most
OF the usual difficulties attending epreselt9C
| ton have been removed, and the piece nov rLiis
| smoothly and satisfactorily. Mr.. and Mrs. Barney
williams the leading roles In their usual happy
ducton give them the best opportunities for the de-
velOpment Of their respective talents 'The FIN
erald Ring' has many excellent features, not the
least being its beautiful scenic effects. It u nightly
| increasing In popularity.
Woods Museum has become possessed Of peace
full giant, who WILL doubtless, after recent events,
hold himself aloof from the prize ring. .fIxion" Is
| to be Withdrawn alter next week, but the present
company are 70 appear 10 q new piece. Commodore
Foote with his sister, Miss Nestee, and other inter.
esting exhibitions still remain.
The debut OF Mrs. Scott-Siddons at the New York
theatre has been attended with decided success.
Notwithstanding the narrow minded caviliing which
insignificant features In her acting have elected
the public OF this city has accorded her cordial re-
ception characterized by substantial recognition
OF her well cultured talents. Mrs. Scott-Slddons
intends making tour through the states, appear
ing tonight In Newark and tomorrow evening in
Brooklyn. wherever she performs she may conf
IDENTITY anticipate from the intelligent portion Of her
audience hearty acknowledgment OF her amable
and intel ecual qualifications.
10 il clear that "Humpty Dumpty" has been one
OF the greatest successes Of the day; otherwise t
would long since have been confined to the lumDer
room. III any one In connection with this production
de4eryea credit Fox certainly does for he has su3-