National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1874-11-03
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FORD'S OPERA H0USB-RICHELIEU.
Last evening Mr.. John Mccullough made his
first appearance as Riehelieu, in BulWer's famous
play Of that name. The scene was one Of more
than usual interest, and the actor was greeted
upon his entrance with the glad and sympathetic
applause Of hands that manifestly had hearts in
them and his performance was followed with in
terest and unalloyed delight Time has vastly
improved Mr.. McCullough's assumption OF this
great role. The evidences Of thoughtful care and
study can be seen in the delicate handling OF the
character, and In the shading he gives the pic
ture. The Riehelieu Of Mr.. Mccullough Is rather
US. There is an air Of romance that halos the
character, while the quiet sarcastic bumor OF the
invalid charms with its grlmness.
The chief characteristics OF tho performances Is
in the oneness and singleness Of purpose BY which
the actor pursues his work; method In manner
and sequence In action mark the rendition OF the
character in its entirety. He looks the very pic
ture Of the Cardinalsoldier, with the strong men
tai will ever battling against the weak physical
so sorrow of great heart which loves FTaScs and
hates her enemies. Mr.. AcCullougb's reading
was distinguished BY that careful precision and
scholarly power which was as natural as 1t was
correct. The interview with "Julie'' and "De
Aauprat" was grand in the imposing sublimity
with which he invested it. Few actors mark this
with them that he shows the nature of the man,
and not the power and craft OF the statesman.
Even when he Withers de M9upratn With men
ace and scorn, there is subtle tone Of quiet
pathos running through his speech betraying the
love in which be holds him.
The interview with Barradas and the curse
scene in the fourth act was grand, almost beyond
description, and charged with an intensity OF
feeling and wealth Of power which no language
can paint. Like the kindling OF flame the pas
sious in the mans nature leaped into blaze
that Withered- and blasted the seheming Barra-
d9s, and sending thrill through the audience I,H
This Is the highest type Of histrionic art-the
maturity Of talent glowing with fire Of genius.
and beautiful picture Of tender Womsnhood, set
in frame Of suffering. She was womanly In her
grief sweet and loyal in her love. MIR. Leviek,
as De Mauprat, was full Of IRE, passion and feel
ing. He looked and acted the soldier to the life,
and the rest OF the cast was excellent, and the
stage sets were models Of scenic art. Tonight,
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CONOERT AT WLLARD'S HALL
A concert will be given next Thursday night,
at Wizards hall, under the direction Of Mr..
Robert Ball, and the proceeds devoted to the
beneht Of the Church Of the Incarnation. Great
care has been observed by the manager in select
ing the best vocal talent in the city and the en-
tertainment promises 70 be excellent throughout.
Professors Fairlamb, Lawrence and Chapman
will each preside at the piano, and Prof. Donch
direct the orchestra, consisting Of hfteeu picked
musicians Several hne solo singers have been
secured, and the chorus viii number forty voices.
The programme will embrace many excellent
and popular gemF, that will be rendered in q
manner acceptable TO the audience.
ART EXHIBITION.
A large audience was in attendance last night
at Lincoln hall to witness the first Of a series Of
exhibitions Of art which consist Of all the inter-
esting and meritorious works Of art in the world,
which are shown powerfully magnihed. Each
picture is graphically explained by lecture,
while additional attraction Is offered in choice III
strumental music. The exhibition is highly
moral and Instructive, and will we'll repay visit,
and an evening Of better entertainment and In
struction cannot possibly be obtained.
THE NATIONAL THEATRE
The Aimee troupe arrived on the early train
this morning, and their performances will posi-
lively commence this evening. There will be no
change in the programme, and yesterday every
one who had purchased tickets for Monday night
changed them for other nights. We congratulate
the management and the public that Aimee will
sing her original role OF Clntrette In MADAME
AngOt's Child" at the National tonight
MILTONIAN rABLEAU.
The sensation created by the above exhibition
in other cities is being taken up in Washington,
and . large audience was in attendance last
night at Odd Fellows hall, to witness the extra
ordinary illustration Of grand subjects. The ex-
who have not witnessed the exactness Of the por-
trayal Of millions Paradise Lost" as presented
by the gentleman having the tableaux in charge,
should not fail to do SO.
THE COMIQUE.
Sig Bartoli received, last night, very cordial
reception at the Theatre Comique, and his per-
fOrmanees were greeted frequently with applause.
The programme presented this week at this popu-
lar place Of amusement Is varied ana one that
will please. ...