The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-15
ADJUSTMENTS.
TANNHAUaER.

phidias carved the stEtue and the goes sni-
mated Galathea Wagner made s'Lohengrn
and "Tannhauser." In the former Work ne 10
an artist: in the latter he is god. "Lohengrin
ia correct, beautiful and symmetrical IL 10 the
statue. perfect from the hands Of the artist, but
without life ''Tannhauser" ia Gaathea, the statue
made woman, and breathing divine essence
from the inspiring co operation of god.
One can sit and listen TO the scientific strains
Of the former opera and be pleased. That Is all
..Tannhauser' carries us away not as much az
Rossn, Donizstti or Meyerbeer can do. but the
strong harmony and deep melodious strains LIT
up the soul. and this 10 what we ask OF music.
suoh a composition will never be very popular
with the masses. The hand organs will never
spoil il by hum-drum repetition, 40 they have d.
most done with I'll Tfovatore," and we doubt
that even the small boys of s'the future" will
ever find out in this musical chef datture an air
which they can whistle TO their satisfaction.
ssTannhauser" was played last night at the
Varieties Theatre in anirreproaohable manner.
Too much praise cannot be given to Mr.. Maret-
eek for his admirable conduct OF the orchestral
part OF the opera. Mime. Pappenhem was ~
usual the correct, talented graceful and faultiess
singer that we have learned to appreciate. Her
Interpretation as singer and dramatist Oh the
role Of Elizabeth, though scrupulously scru-
tinized, appeared faalsless. She is o., "a
dramatic soprano Of the first order. We
must, having already said everything that
could be said in euogy OF her singing, compll'
ment her upon her splendid dramatic talent. liz
the reception scene, when the orchestra's strains
ring out the immortal march Of "Tanhauser,"
whilst the company is entering the hall to hear
the contest Of the bards she receives her guests
with such lofty and lady-like grace as would dc
honor to the parlors over which queen presldes
Mr.. Blum, az Wolfram, acted his pars "a.
mirably throughout, and sang with particular
grace and amplitude of voice his mournful 70
nance of the last act. Mr.. Adams displayed bis
usual talent 30 singer ana musician. Mr..
Fritsch has beautiful tenor voice, and We have
no doubt that after some study and experience
he will gain renown. In the magnificent septuar
of the first act he displayed large scope OF voice
and much native TALENT
All in fact were up TO the MARK, and we have
rarely heard an operate troupe sing and play
altogether 80 correctly. The chorus as We have
said befor, q are worthy Of much praise.
To-day at the matinee, the "Hugusnots."
THE CIRCUS.
To-day at IL m. and 7:30 p. m. Coles great
chow gives it's last two performances prior to
their departure up the coast and for the West.
The success Of this company has been most re-
markable, and is an indication Of the superiority
OF the show and OF the return of something ap-
preaching "good times again We have par
ticuiarized most OF the prominent features Of the
arenic performances. but have again to express
our appreciation Of the excellent manner in
WHICH the mkUAR6W6ub OI Lu5 TUX 10 GDHuucb6u
by Mr.. T. B. Mcintyre, who fills the position OF
equestrian msnsger-everythin working quick
ly and in such lively manner as to leave no
time to get tired or weary.
The notable feature il the act of Battoute leap
ing, headed by Messrs. Frank Gardner and Harry
Long. Longs high leap is wonderful, and is a
combination OF grace, skill and muscular agility.
The height which he reaches must be nearly
eleven feet. Gardner's double somersault is also
a marvel: while the clowns, Mcintyre and Pco,
find something new at each performance. They
appear to have large stock OF fun to draw on,
and are two worthy disciples Of Momus.
In leaving New Orleans the circus carries away
the pleasing recollection Of having been thor
oughly appreciated and most literally patronized,
and we hope that MIR. Cole will, in after years,
bear In mind the fact that the amusement. loving
public of the Crescent City will be always glad
TO hear the announcement Of his return. We
are Satisfied that New Orleans will always greet
him az warmly while he brings us as excellent a
show as he has given us this week, and has such
performers as Maggie Claire and sister, the
Snow Brothers, Gardner, ODale, Long, Conklin
and the two funny clowns.
ACADEMY OF MUSIC.
Tonight again the burlesque OF "Evangelne.
On Sunday "Le Petit Corsair."