New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-01-21
THE DRAMA.
MIR. LESTER wALLACK

MIR. LESTER WALLACE.
Whatever relates to this favorite comedian
will naturally interest large portion OF the public. Mr.
Lester waack we understand. accepted an engage
ment-oferedby Mr. G. W. Tayleure and Mr.. William Stu
ar-to make aprocssoua of the principal cities Of
the Union Mr. Walack-although his name aud reputa-
ton are so well and widely known,-has never hitherto
made an expedition Of this sort Wherever he goes there
fore as theatrical STAR he Will be positive novelty
The great and brilliant OF this venture might we
should think. be most securely anticipated MI Wal
lack is a unique actor and generally delightful one
The pieces In which he acts bright. cheerful and
agreeable And he will play over the provincial stage
like a ray OF unaccusomed sunshine The enterprise is
in the hands OF efficient and energetic directors who
know how to manage II with equal taste and discretion
Mr. wallack will start the proposed tour
his present series of representations at his theater
has end Several weeks must elapsc, though
before that time arrives.
NEw-YoRE CIRCUS.
1t should be remembered, by those who wish
to give their children treat that the pretty little spec
tace of Cinderella" still be at Mr. Lents New
York Circus although It'll very soon to be withdrawn.
better play for the little to could not well be
imagined and sincerely hope that" business set
aside" Justice Greedy saysall graybeards. who
understand what luxury the Circus commonly is to the
tiny people will flock thther. to night aud tomorrow
and bring their Juveniles in force. There is Saturday
programme and several new artists.
NIBLO'S GARDEN. ..
Mr.. Fechter's representation of Ruy Bias is
stl powerful magnet for popular curiosity. He ap
pears in that character every night Nibo. and the
house is crowded each occasion 1t is much to be
GREETED that better scenery and better support
not afforded to this actor. Portions OF the acting in the
parts subsidiary to Run Bias positively dreadful
Fechter Will play Legordere in The Dukes Motto" on
Monday evening next No Saturday Matinee is given at
NiDlos
FRENCH THEATER.
a performance in the French language will
be given the French Theater Saturday evening for
the benefit OF Mr. Paul Jugnet The beneficiary has long
been connected with French theatrcas in this city, and
both manager aud actor has deserved that personal
popularity which WILL doubt, insure him substantial
benefit on this occasion. The programme comprises
I'm Homme du Sud-" by Henri Rochefort, " La Greve
des Fougerons" by Francois Coppee, and lie suppce
dun Homme," by Eugene Labiche. Several popular
In the cast OF parts.-Mrs. Howard Paul will
appear at this theater Monday, in lie Grande
Duchesse de Gerolstein"-as already announced.
WOODS MUSEUM.
"Ixionr continues attractive to the public
and remunerative to the manager. at Woods Museum.
where is every evening represented by the Blondes
Mr. Wood is constantly making additions to his colec-
ton OF curostes ard his miscellaneous features OF at
traction at the Museum. An afternoon performance OF
Without a Name " introduces the Rand Sisters.
wALLACK's THEATER.
The occurrence of a Matinee at Wallacks
Theaer is rather unusual incident and 1t will there
fore attract the mere attention Matinee Will be
given tomorrow, and Ours" VIII be aced-Mr. Lester
appearing Chacote. The house ought to be crowded
for Our" is very enjoyable play. and that slim
uates to pleasant thoughts and leaves in memory pleas
ant recollections.
BOOTHS THEATER.
The usual Saturday Matinee invites attention
at Booths Theater Mr.. Booth Will repeat his excellent
performance Of Hamle-a work Of true art lit up by
genius and adorned by many embellishments OF beauty
worthy. therefore Of the high purpose of Mr. Booths
enterprise and worthy of intellectual respect-Here, as
elsewhere the Saturday Matinee favoe institution
with ladies and children.-On Saturday evening Mrs.
Emma Waller will again present her striking and impress
sive delneatiou OF Meg MeTiies in the play OF "Guy
Manner1ng" Mr. Hamilton, Mr. Anderson Mr.. Sheridan,
Mr. Waller. Mr. Matthison. Mrs. Winter, Miss Blanche
de Bar and Others are IN the cast.
OLYMPIC THEATER.
To Mr.. FOx's representation of Paul Pry
and Jacques Strop lately made particular reference.
The comedian may be in those characters at the
Olympic every night until further notice. and at after
noon performances Wednesdays and Saturdays. Mr..
Fox appeals directly those who like mirh and the
Spouse u.s. necessarily, both liberal and emphaticSev-
eral old plays in preparation. at the Olympic III
which Mr. Fox will personae the chief comic characters
FIFTH AVENUE THEATER.
Olive lOgan's play of Surf" is drawing
good houses at the Fifth Avenue Theateras was ex-
pected II contains many elements of popularity The
Surf" scene is still inadequate We understand that ii
was much better done in Boston Philadelphia and Chi
cago from models devised by the author which, how
ever cannot be followed the Fifth Avenue account
o,,,aTtp Tlp 10 lis
small Importance. still seascene would amply Suffice
The great pageaDts of Nature not 10 be reproduced
by carpenters. "Sur" is sufficiently well adorned, at
the Fifth Avenue without "real sea-" And 1t Is acted
better than at rsathough there is still room
for improvement. The action ought TO be still brisker
the dialogue still glib Mrs Gilbert acts and speaks
exceedingly well Mrs. Ogle Miss Fanny Davenport
who is very pretty and pleasing as Mrs. Nobie-might
improve her performance by infusing into it the calm
dignity which is characteristic OF lady, and by
being ghter in her raery and cooler in her anger and
resentment. Mr. Lewis is little more at ease. as the
Dutchman but being farce actor he is not likely TO
make marked success in comedy characterparts. This
actor though is always amusing, and we'll worthy Of
particular regard-we peased-in thus again refer
ring to Surf ito record for it distinct popular sue
cess There will be Matinee at the Fifth Avenue on Sat
urday.
UNION LEAGUE THEATER.
This cosy house is becoming more and more
known on Wednesday evening it was the scene OF a
pleasant entertainment given by Miss Clara F. Norris
who therein made first public appearance as reader
The lady is a tall slim, and rather pretty blonde Her
face expressive and is nicely suited to the readers
work Her voice is clear and agreeable, though weak.
Her readings less than her manner eVlnced euiti
waited mind and sensitive temperament. She might In
time We should think, become an actress-but this Is
always a problematical point Meanwhile she Is one OF
the least tedious and the most interesting OF the multi
tude Of eocutonists Miss Norris assisted by Prof
J. 4. FrObisher.