Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-14
ADJUSTMENTS.

DhRANe ~ 0'HN
diets Minstrels: appeared at the Mem
phis Theater last evening to large aud
fence. The troupe is good one, COM
posed Of clever burnt cork artists. An
interesting programme was presented,
the selections OF vocal and instrumental
gems being superior. The performers,
Messrs. Benedict, Dumont, Smith, Ed
wards, Dixon, Linden, Fox and Ward
are first.class in their respective roles.
Last evening number Of new songs,
dances, dialogues, sketches and farces
we're brought out, and were received in
most favorable manner by the delighted
audience. Tonight there will be
change of programme. There will be a
Minstrel matinee tomorrow.
GRAND OPERA HoUsE-Robert Nc
Wade commenced an engagement at the
Opera House last evening and presented
his specially rip Van Wrinkle, the
Vagabond of the Catskills." Mr.. Nc
Wade presents a different version from
that made famous by Mr.. Jefferson. The
drama written by Boncicault is more
dramatic, being more idealistic, but
probably less natural than that pre-.
scented last evening. The subject rests
entirely upon Dutch legend of the
Hudson, most charmingly written up
by Washington Irving. Nearly every
amusement.seeker has seen the play of
Rip Van Wrinkle, has criticised it, has
laughed at its humors, or, perhaps, has
wept at its pathetic incidents. To
certain extent it has ceased to be
novelty, and mas undoubtedly held
the stage longer than its most ar
dent admirers could have anticipated.
There is a weakness or longing in the
human heart for legendric tales or plays
resting upon the supernatural, toward
which the mind tends unconsciously.
Mr.. McWade version as represented by
himself possesses naturalness which is
pleasing and attractive. A great i'm
provement can be observed in the repre-
tation since McWade appeared in the
character in this city several years since.
This is the result of study and watch
full regard for the minor points. Many
objections could be raised by the critics,
but Rip Van Wrinkle has become favor
ite with the people, and why should
analytical criticism be made the test of
merit after that2 The support rendered
to Mr.. McWade was not as good as he
deserved, but we presume the members
of the stock company will improve
nightly. The cast is as follows; Knick-
erbocker," Mr.. Davis; Derrick Won
Hector" Mr.. Edward; Little Steenie,"
little Alice; "Alice," Rips " wife, Miss
Alexander; "Mrs. Knickerbocker,"
Miss Fannie Pierson; Little Peter"
Mrs. DeBar; "Nick Vedder," Mr..
Wren; Steenie," in the third act, Miss
Kelly. Rip Van Wrinkle will be pre-
sented nightly during the week, and we
doubt not but to good houses, Mr.. Nc
Wade being very popular in our city,
and on this occasion presenting a most
attractive personation and one worthy
of popular favor.
OLYMPIC THEATER.-The Washington |
Street Olympic has been a success under
the able management of Mr. Buchanan,
who spares no expense in securing star
performers. Tonight and during the
present week, a NUMBER Of new stars
will appear in new songs and dances.
Manager Buchanan has long since de-
termined to present the best show ever
seen in the city.
BRooM's OPERA HoUsE.-Manager
Evans presents rare attractions nightly
at his jefferson street temple of fun.
New stars appear with regularity, the
manager having determined to cater
successfully TO the public taste. The
amusements are varied and attractive,
a fine entertainment for the
people.