National Republican., 1876-01-27
ADJUSTMENTS.
National Thsatrs-EngIish 0psrs-Ksllogg.

National Thsatre-EngIi,h opers-Ksllcgg.
Miss Clara Louise kellogg hal the honor last
evening Of appearing before one OF the most
brilliant audiences ever assembled in this coun-
try, and so numerous as to PACK every portion Of
the theatre. Long before all were seated "stand-
ing room only" was placarded ct the box Office
and there was very little of that. This fact at
tests In stronger form than words can make It
the magnetic force of the great singers name
Seme may indulge in the opinion that this and
that artist is more talented than she, but when
the great criterion Of the pocket is invoked for
Judgment then she gets the emphatic verdict Of
superiority and, perhaps, this Is the BEST, and in
ing The opers Of "Faust," as q musical COM
position, has taken permanent place In the
golden works of genius, and is forever fresh and
ment OF Gothe's immortal poem, and deals alone
with the fortunes Of Marguerite; but that little
minds With the fascination Of an eternal prob.
lem and with the charm of endless variety. 1t
has every element-wit, pathos, wisdom, buttoon-
magic ssi and irony: '''i NJ. a chord OF the
Tyre is unstrung; not q fibre Of the heart un-
sand cultivated people manifested an interest de-
mands elaborate mention, but we are limited to
the general expression Of satisfaction which per-
vaded all present. The role of Marguerite is one
of Miss Kellogg's very best. She comprehends
the character, the SPIRIT station and heart orthe
great ciearness she interprets the deep signifi-
cance Of ali the lessons Of the poem from the time
she appears in the village dance to the period OF
her insanity and translation to the realms Of
bliss. All the way through she is "fairylke and
modest" and we'll may Faust exclaim, as he did
Miss KeIiorss notable G triumph was Of @ course in
the "Jewel Song" and at its close she received
from appreciative friends three splendid
Of her delighted audience. At the sonclu-
sion of the duet between Faust and Mar
guerite, in the third act, Mr.. Castle and Miss
kellogg recaiied PnthusiaetiCally
In the prison scene Miss Kellogg's acting was
excellent, quite equal to the severe demand
was creditable and satisfactory, and at some
points exceedingly good. Measured by the stan
dard Of Hermans il is open to criticism, but any.
thing approaching the potency, fascination and
grace OF the devil is appreciated. Lady Seguin
as Siebei was never more charming If she only
knew how much she is admired and loved by the
public she would have great reason to feel happy.
She holds place peculiarly her own, and we
Rn9w oi no one wnS can take ;,h H. Mr; oafteton i
flowers Tonight the Bohemian Girl" Van
ilton in the cast. Friday evening, "Mignon,"
kellogg. The season is proving an exceedingly
brillient one.
Ford's Opera House-Fout Play.
1: is a story OF hlmau HEARTS and passions;
therefore the drama of Foul Play" always COM
pels an appreciative audience. Its representa-
tion this week al Ford's Opera house is, in many
from the forgery and arrest to its last discovery
and revelation in Nancy's lodgings. With each
representation the acting improves, and our
friends, IN patronage Of the piece, Will be we'll
pleased.
Maggie Mitchell.
This estnable lady and charming actress will
on Noncay light next commence an engagement
at the National theatre, when she will appear in
her original role Of Fanchoo. Miss Mitchell Is 50
well known that che needs but to appear to be
shown that her efforts a true and faithful
artistic are fully recognized and appreciated.
All have either seen or heard OF her Fsnchon. 1t
is therefore, unnecessary for to enter into de-
tail concerning it.
Josh Billings.
The humotist, Josh Billings, commences his
farewell tour from Washington to Galveston
next Morday evening at Lincoln hall. His read.
ipgs on this occasion viii be original and new,
and large audience will undoubtedly be at
tracted TO hear him. The sale of seats at Met
Zerott's.
Theatre Comique.
Against all comers the Theatre ComiGue holds
its OWE. 1t is nightly crowded, and this weeks
programme possesses several features of unusual
excellence. An evenings amusement there will