The New York herald., 1879-08-10

called "WoltertS hOost. ana is an original comic
drama, in four acts, suggested by Washington IT.
wings tale of ''Sleepy Hollow" and in which the
characters of Baltus and Katrina Van Tassell. Icha
bod Crane and Brombones made prominently
to figure. The story is purely American,
laid the Hudson, the mansion called
Wolferts Roost. to which Irving frequently refers
in his tales The author is indebted to Irving
for the spirit OF the play than the plot. and has
deavored. far in HIM lies. to iinpart to the
whole work the humor that is layishly dis
played in so many of Washington Irving's
stories The story is laid at Van Tassells firm.
in the first act, the spot said to
be occupied by lrvins's house. The second act
shows the school house of Ichabod Crane with the
well known old Dutch church in the valley. In the
third aud fourth the interior Of the house rep
resented. so the whole story lies in small compass
Crane. the hedge schoomaster, psalmist and gen.
orally useful individual. The cast has some
novel features. Miss Kate Forsyth. who is engaged
to support Mccullough through the prov
inces. appears for the first time New York in the
part of Katrina. She is native of Philadelphia and
Miss Courtney Barnes, favorite juvenile il New
York. is the only daughter Of Rose Eytinge. The
cast is as foows
Baltus Van Tassell. Observation-Disclosures Mr. Shannon
John John tTappan Mr. G. Holland
1chaSod Crane j. + Raymond
Eama Miss Courtney Barnes
Katrina. Miss Kate Forsyth
The play is written by George L. Rowe, and it is
understood that Mr.. Floyd has obtained new ghost
effect from the London Poly technic for this piece.
He will arrive on Monday in the City OF Chester
from England As lrving's tale contains not
one word or dialogue the author has taken unlm-
tied Liberties with the characters and although pre-
changed them to suit his purpose.
NIBLos GARDEN.
After long lease Of disaster and disappointment
Niblo's Garuen, one of the largest and most COM
modious theatres in the country is about to be re-
opened under auspices that are apparently most
favorable The recent fire in the Metropolitan Hotel
did much greater damage to the ceilings, walls, tres
Goes and uphoiserng of the theatre than was gen.
orally known; but the Stewart estate, under the
direction Of Judge Hilton and Colonel Dodge is put
ting it all in applepe order, with fresh frescoes new
manager is Edward G. Gilmore. formerly
partner with Shertan Shook in Gilmore's
Garden. who intends to open the theatre
about the 25th inst. with grand spectacular
and operate piece called 'Enchantment." The pro-
ducton will be directed by the Kiralfy brothers. who
have spent several months in Europe engaging
dancers, specialists and company. and have also
had painted some appropriate scenery. The organi-
zation OF the theatre is as follows e g. Gilmore
manager; Joseph II. Tooker, business manager;
directors of amusements, Kiral brothers; scenic
artist Mr.. Voegtlin; stage manager. Imri Kiralfy;
leader of orchestra, Charles Farmer. In the com
| pany engaged are j. b. Studley, Samuel Hempbiil;
Miss Rosa Lee soprano; Miss Linda Werner operate
soubrette; Mr.. Campbell, tenor; o. A. Skinner, Of
Philadelphia. character actor, and Miss Maggie S.
Tennant. In the ballet are Mile. Adele Cornalba.
Eugene Capalini. male impersonator. and Miles.
Cornis Ortori, Zettio and Pasta BESIDES these Eu.
ropean artists, twenty four coryphees and q large
cosmopolitan ballet. there are number of unique
! specialties. The Valotte troape of human automa-
| tons, seven in number, said to be marvels.
! Mile. Molva is q renowned gymnast and the Troupe
! Raja will give performances q new instrument,
the orcharinist. Rehearsals are in progress and
Mr.. Gilmore, who anticipates successful season,
poets to open the 25h and later than the 3Oth
THE THEATRE CoMIQUE.
The Comique has been painted, decorated,
peted and freshened and will be opened by Harrigan
n Hart on Monday. the 11th inst. 1t is the intention
of the proprietors to modify somewhat their former
plan, and instead Of giving fresh variety bills each
week they will present plays two hours long with
drop of curtain. in which the special can be
developed. In order to do this regular dramatic
Pany has been engaged tor the entire Welsh
urer, and John Common business manager. in place
OF the lamented Griffin. In the company Edward
Harrigan, Tony Hart John Wild. William Gray
John Queen. Harry Fis-er, NJ. Bradley. Edward
Burt John Shay. William West, James Fox James
Mccullough, Eugene Rorke, Edwin Barney, j. Sull-
van, Miss Annie Yeamans. Mrs. Annie Mack, Miss
Jennie Yeamans. MISS Mary Bird aud Edward Goss
The IN usic OF the Comic ue has long been a feature
in the entertainment under the direction of the
poser Mr. Dave Braham, and, with increased or
chestra, the same will be continued the present
son.
THE aEEMANIA THEATRE.
Miss A. Sett Miss Ii. Bensberg. Miss Josephine
Pagay, Mr.. Saucr. Mr. Meery, Mr.. Feuchter and Mr..
Raberg. the ladies and gentlemen recently engaged
in Europe by Mr.. Ad. Neuendorf for his uermana
Theatre company this season. will leave Hamburg
August 20, on the Frsia In conjunction with Miss
Neckcr Miss Wagner, Miss Heller, Miss Schmitz, Mr..
Rank. Mr.. Kessler Mr.. Bojock, Mr.. Wolkenstein.
Mr. Hummer and Mr.. Fortuer who have been
tained from last years company. they will form
strong ensemble of German actors. The repertoire
of this cosey little place of amusement WILL it is
SAID, comprise the best productions Of our modern
as well AS classical German authors. Mr.. Neuendorff
while abroad. succeeded in making a large nun.
Der of new contracts with such authors as Lar
ronge. Moser, Rosen. Blumenthal, Anzengru-
Der, Lindau. salingre. &C.. thereby securing
theatre In Germany. The theatre will be entirely
repainted and redecorated. and will receive new
drop curtain, well several new sets scenery.
very practical arrangement has been made by
Mr. Neuendorn in regard to the prices of admis-
sion by selling coupon books for orchestra well
parquet seats. each book containing twenty
pons. The regular price for orchestra seats being
81 so, and for parquet seats ST. these coupon books
sold at $40 and SIS. respectively, thereby
ducng the prices of admission one-,hird, a very
welcome reduction to families and larger parties
visiting the theatre. The season will begin Tues
day, September 1G
TONY PASTORS.
Mr.. Pastors doors are rarely closed, for
his season ends that OF some one else begins. The
present engagement lasts some time longer, after
which. the theatre having been closed for a weeks
renovation. the winter efforts will begin. This house
will be conducted variety theatre, with changes
in the bill week, scheme that has resulted in
great pecunary benefit to the propretors for many
years. He has engaged Mr. II. $. Sanderson as busi-
ness manager. and Frank Girard stage manager:
but, with these exceptions and very few utility
people, and, possibly. q responsible Juvenile lady,
Mr. Pastor recruits his forces each week from the
never ceasing how OF specialists and act with
which the country is filed.
HAvERLY's THEATRE.
Mr.. Haverly drops the name of Iyccum and hence
forth the house on Fourteenth street will be known
as Hayerlys Theatre After brief preliminary sea-
son the Colvilo Burlesque Company will open the
25th of August to be followed III turn by hlackayes
Criterion Company, the Weathersby Frocs and J. p.
Smiths Tourists. Mr.. Harry Mann is the business
manager of the theatre.
III THIS III may De Salu tnat INTENDED
by Mr.. Haverly TO open the Brooklyn The
on the Goth of October under the immediate
"Tirhty Dollar" after which follow Meade's .pin.
afore Company. and the Park Company in EN-
gagged" The new theatre is perfect bijou in the
way of architectural beauty and professional neces-
sity.
THE GRAND OPERA HOUSE.
No success chronicled in New York last
cecded that scored by the Grand Opera House. Tho
folio wing list of its engagements for the coming
season forecasts its probable future John Il. Poole,
no iol ly m hpr j. Ia Nc TOR
are the managers, with the veteran william Mccoy
comptroller in the box Office The Grand Opera
House will be opened on the 25th OF August by Joe
Murphy in Kerry Cow" Miss Emma Abbott follows
on the Sth OF September with her newly organized
opera troupe; Tony Pastor succeeds the 22d of
September; the Florences, in The Mighty Dollar"
come ia the 29th OF September; Joe Jefferson, in
the immortal "Rp," takes hold the 9Th OF Oc-
the 27th. Edwin Booth announces series of