The New York herald., 1874-11-05
ANU EN- rs.

like those OF her two predecessors as can be.
IL was characterized by natrete, childlike sweet
ness, exquisite singing and that nameless charm
OF magnetism which is the chief attribute OF
genius. From the time that the ill-ireated child
appears among her gypsy abductors until
she awaKes to realization OF her true position in
her Italian home, throughout the scenes OF Mig
mons checKered life, her meeting with her father,
who wanders in search OF her, crazy On account OF
losing ner. her rescue from the brutality Of her
gypsy master, her love for the gallant gentleman
who gives her freedom, her jealousy OF the schem.
ing actress who treats human affections and suf-
ferngs with like indifference, her despair when
she finds herself abandoned, her bright dreams OF
home and her Joy in finding herself with
her lover and father. never moro TO be separated,
all those changing phases OF the story were inter-
preted by Mile. Albaut with power that drew
oil Its attracttveness from its complete natural
ness. We missed many OF the "cfrectsn that in
certain scenes have been brought In 10 insure ap-
pause, but In their stead was something more
valuable-true art. The romance which seems 20
give definite musical coloring to the title role,
mon conosci II bel suol." was rendered with much
feeling py Mile. Albani. We would prefer, how
ever, a more liberal use OF tempo ruoato
baton at times should be subservlent to
the prima donna. The duet, "Leggiadre rendi-
nellie, +" number worthy oil Mozart. was partly null
lihed by the shortcomings OF tine basso, although
the prima donna gave entire satisfaction. In the
second act the 'Styrenne," the most popular and
most dasning number in tine opera, became the
principal feature Of the performance. Mile
Albanis acting and singing in tnls scene de-
served s me S appsuse snas rewarded oer ana
tlons formed OF ber Menon. She was gay without
being boisterous. and romped through the scene
without making use Of studied poses ana points,
The scene before the castle on the shore Of the
lake 10 which Mignon distracted win jealousy
theatrical performance witnin, means the words,
"EttG "a, presSO tuti Uttt0rt0so ella aOde,"
brought out It., the warmth OF dramatic expression
donna in its brientest form. The last scene was
iuil OF sympathetic @ power ana tenderness. The
as very touching operatic tmpersona-
tion, and WIN be attractive to all who look
swee-. sympathetic voice, personal attractions.
ana artlessness OF manner Mile: Heilbron proved
10 BE- the ss 81 Of the
light, brilliant music OF the role seemed to suit
her better than any she has heretofore essayed
"Polacca' she gained an encore. MISS Cary made
the most OF the stupid role OF Federico and sang
Signor De Bassini created very favorable impress
sion IN the roe Of Gugelmo !Wlheln Meisterl,
and sang the two airs, "Addlo Mignon. !" and .'Ah
non credea Pafnttta," with neainess and express
sion, reminding one very much OF Capoul. HIS act.
ing. however, did not Dy any means reach the
destitute or any quaiity that could recommend 1t
to praise, and the Giarno or Mr.. Hail was a
chorus and orchestra marred their Otherwise n COM
mendaDle performance. The opera can never be
pleasing to musical nina out OF its congenial
sphere, the Opera Comlque. where 1t was first
produced just eight years ag0 The Italian recita-
tves are poor substitutes for the French dialogue
introduced are beneath the dignity OF the grand
opera. "Mignon" on the Opera Comique stage in
Paris and on the Italian opera boarcs represents
verv different work. Yet such performance as
that Mile. Aloani presented last night would
tend to give attraction to even worse opera.
Potentini, Cary, Carpi. Del Puenti and Fiorini in
the cast.
stadt Theatre-Opcra Boufre.
The season at this spacious establishment was
commenced last night under exceedingly favorable
auspices not only in regard to the character OF
the entertainment or the number OF persons in
attendance. but chiefly on account Of the desirable
changes recently made in the interior Of the build
Ing. Heretofore the Stadt Theatre has had strange
terrors Tor the timid, because OF the limited
means OF egress In case OF accident, while its
palmiest days could never boast much in the
way OF architectural upholstering or scenic at
fractions. 1t was In every sense q theatrical
wilderness from which 1t was no easy task 10 so
abroad. Judlcious expenditure and a consider
able amount Of taste, have, however, worked
wonders, ana last night the theatre wore quite
a cheerful, bright and animated look. What with
handsome and appropriate decorations, new
scenery, and, above all, increased means of en-.
trance and exit, the Stadt Theatre has undergone
Q Transformation which must be very acceptable
to Its numerous patrons. The artistic attraction
consisted in the first appearance OF Miss Lima
Mayr, who is said TO be great iavorte In Germany
In opera b0,kDe. She essayed the role OF Boulotte
in "Barbe Bleue," and was supported by several
performers who have already appeared In German
opera In this city Miss Mayr, to begin with, has
the allimportant advantages OF good looks and
comely figure, and has evidently STUDIED with care
the necessary points which contribute to the
success OF an opera oou6e artist. Her voice.
while calling Tor no SPECIAL comment so lar
as strength and volume are concerned, Is sweet
and flexible, and answers all the purposes which
part like BouIotie demands. But her acting Is
lull OF that tivactty, dash and abandon without
which It would be impossible to portray the roll
licking role Of the glddy headed shepherdess. In.
astic demonstrations which greeted her Efforts
proved she had made quite u favorable impres.
SION; me e. cnolce morceaux wnica iali to
during the evening she was called rcpeatedly be.
lore the curtain. Her success was altogether as
hardly commend itself to those whose ears are
familiar with the sparkling dialogue IN the Ian
Inc spicy thoughts Of Joyous though irreversnt Weren't
writers. Blue Beard was creditably represented by
Herr Schultz, as were the parts oi King Bobeche by
Popoani had an admirable interpreter In Herr
Schtnw oY The chorus was very lair and the
piece handsomely placed on the stage. At the
conclusion OF the performance Mr.. Adolph Neuen-
dorl, the director and conductor Of the orchestra
In response to enthusiastic calls appeared before
the curtain and thanked the audience on the part
OF the management. "Barbe-B -Bleue" will be re.
peated during the week.
Tho Fifth Avenue Theatre.
hannah Cowley's sparkling comedy, 'Thc Beliefs
stratagem," was presented last night at this
house with the care and completeness which has
distinguished Manager Days revivais. In order
to suit modern tastes considerable alterations
have been made, with excellent results. The play
is BY no means q strong one In point OF interest,
but the sparkle Of Its dialogue Is refreshing after
the Efforts Of the writer's OF modern comedy. The
cast was very strong one including nearly all
the popular favorites, but the characters are too
slightly sketched to AFFORD the actors much scope