New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1871-02-20

10 out OF true imaginative grasp of all the situ
tons in the drama Yet in two particulars his perform
left us unsatlsned-in complete physical adapta
bity and in the requisite solderke, adventurous tenn
permanent Mr. Barrett's own individuality is very
strong, and Is OF the highly intellectual order.
In all that he does sees the stu
dent The atmosphere OF his scting-lf VIC may
he allowed the lustraons that OF the library and the
cloter and net that Of the rainwashed meadows and
windbeaten woods. Hence his great successes are In
interpretive thoughtful characters in which the intel
lect predomna:es. He would, fancy, play Sir Edrard
Mortimer TO absolute perfection. He lie well known TO be
admirably true and powerful Cdssius. But Mr.. Bar
ret is by no means lacking in versatility and hence
though he cannot be said TO have embodied King James,
eOnine blu1neSs greathearted tolerance and large
grand manner, he did not fail TO support them Ills
great earnestness and his sdllful art WERE III
particular employed, most potent effect In the tOuch
ing with Seton, in the fourth act The ineS'ei
rang with genuine plaudts at the close OF TINS SCENT
and Mt Barrett was enthusiastically called before 'no
curtain. Aside from all critical qualification we can
record for the young actor brilliant popular
Mr.. Anderson, persOnating Laird small presence 4"
truthful and very comcal portraiture Of chatterng
senity We find little occasion, however, TO comment
on the miscellaneous acting. The complete cast IS az
pended;
King James Barrett Lord Sonre MI Cha ESm9,
Sir Adam Weir Mr. A. W. FennO Lord o Sm'ne' T. becker
Mr W. sheridan u.her.........., Mr. p BT T,
Laird small M p 4nieon Atend'P M f,,c 5 a'I WoS
Ior Seion'' W. J9ha HonGn ] Weir, Miss Tefea Sellen
Iori MarwelLMr C. Richardson Widow Bron''''hs seymour
MISCELLANEOUS MATTERs-LoCAL.
Much may be enjoyed this week 10y those
who frequent the theaters. 1t is indeed, week Of I'M
usual promise It's first evening for example, Is fun OF
riches Mr. Wauack will bring ont "a Morning Call"
and "woodcocks Little Game" The first Of these pieces
has never yet been acted in this theaer Madam Marie
seebach at the stadt heater. will appear as Fancho
for the first in this country. Miss Gyn, az the
Union League Theaer viii read shakespeare Antony
and Cleopatra Mr. Eddy at Woods Museum VIA
commence engagement, enactng the CoUnI Of Monte
christie Mr.. Forrest, at the FOurteentlsi lhoater,
viii porsonaie Cardinal Rthe,tu' And there WI ne
auspicesat No. pa West Foryninthst, for the benefit
n e 5e IN t o'TL 6 tbTd W" M Sidney
Wooetrs Recitations Is appointed for Nednestay hler
day, theatrical entertainment will be given at The
is a worthy beuevolence and We warmly commend IL 10
public attention and practical support On "Wednesday
evening. also, SeeDaCh VIII repeat her delicate ana touc
ing peisonation Of Ann Eliza, in the simple domestic
lacks Iheaier s full OF good things. TI ho'aS
" The Heir at law" on Wednesday; "A Morn
ing Can " and "WoodcOcl's Little Game " on Thurs
day; money on Friday; and The Poor Gentleman"
on Saturday The bill for the Saturday Matinee com
prises " Home" and "Bue DeyIs." 1t should he re-
marked that Mr. Wail1ck not only presents great many
nrscass plays this but that he presents them
in every Instance exceedingly welI-thcrcby winning
lot success OF spirited billboard ana acnEe Ir9clin
tion but OF true art. and intelligent veldlIected enter
prise The production Of ROhersOn's "Brth5 at this
theater is SIN deferred Runor promises revival "
R0sedae," before the termination OF Mr. WaiacA en-
Cagement. ON saturday night, at the F9Hrtechth'st'
Theatcr. "The Lady Of Lyons VII ne PCT
formed, with Mr.. Ba' con Hill as Gauge neho"e.
and Mrs Ella Civmor as Pauline. The Lady, il
may chance be remembered made an informal de1ut
season, the Union League Tbeater as the Maid OF
Manes. Established theatrical attractions remain I'M
changed Mr. Booth will play RtcheIieu for two weeks
longer The scenic garb OF the piece, rs presented at
this theater, is marvel OF beauty and the acihg OF
Nj Booth, the Cardinal, is equal marvel OF sym
mctrY, besides hing stately with dignity SAD WIN
mOurufu thOuChttuiucss and thrilling with passionate
earncstnoss. Much ADO" with MI. Booth rs Bcncdick,
viii he produced at this theater on MoLiay, March
9Th Mr. Lawrence Barrcts stirring and attractive per
mons"-to which W have referred a1o'e,may
be seen again next saturday night, Laura
5Ii,s enter for Two vceEs longer fpeJtogrnance
should not be overlooked by lovers OF good acung Mr.
q. /. kchelcu Fox may be seen and laughed at every
OvrEpc Nj HOward's "Saratnga" enters successfully
upon It's tenth week at tho Fnh Avenue Theater.
"Jczebe" understood o he In readiness 10 succeed II
trife. Master George Melville will appear at Che New
York Circus tonight where also the visitor will see in
addition equestrian and gymnaStic achieve
mems. the comic ring -drmd OF "1Le CoDDlers FrOhc
To meet Tha,ia on a stage OF tan bark and saGdust
Is to ENJOY really unique pleasure. A Grand
honor of WasLinctOn's Birthday. Tender regard
for that nriversary will also. we presume, be
evinced az Woods Museum by extra and unusual per
foTmanccs "Ihe Black Crook" keeps It's place and IT'S
attacty at NibOs Garden. Preparations 0r the
projected performance OF Richard H. IN the form OF
ward this theater; and learn that tAc costumes
aud he beautiful and magnificent TO an I'M
attracting and amusing crowds OF inc !eIsefS OF Nfso
Mustrtl>y, which those performers very ceycrly Illus
trate supply ing thereby bright and beneficial element
III the medley OF current amusements