National Republican., 1880-03-16
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Ford,s opera-House-"Enc Enchantr

Ford's Opera House -" Enc antme ont"
Notwithstanding tho inclcmency of the
weather, very fair house gathered at Ford's
last evening to witness the first performance
in this city of tho spectacular drama of EN-
chantment," which has run for long seasons
in New York and Boston. Tho piece is of the
same ordor as BLACK Crook, but far surpasses
the latter in ROrgoousness OF scenery and cos
Tunes aud In tho general libcrality of mag
niicent effects with which it is crowded
The plot Is ingenious and interesting and
tho scenes aud incidents by which it is worked
out are numerous and many oflhem extremely
laughable. There are frontier scenes in the
piece, all of which are good, aud several OF
which have never been equalcd in this city,
and when the bitches and delays in changing
the scenes which somewhat marrcd tho effect
last night are avoided, as they doubtless will
be hereafter It will, beyond question, be the
finest spectacle ever produced hero. The
ballet was throughout excellent, and some
very beautiful effects were brought out by tho
variety and brilliancy of color in the costumes
of tile corps de ballet. The prcmieres Miles.
Cornnlba Capolni and Casati, displayed the
highest skill and grace in their dancing, and
were ably supported by the Secundas. Molva,
female gymnast, and tho Herbert brothers,
acrobatic performers appeared in somc very
hno specialties of their own during the piece.
National Theatre-"Across the Continent"
Mr. Oliver Doud Byron, the distinguished
author aud actor was heartily welcomed at
the National last night, after u protracted nb.
sence from our city, in his famous and highly
sensational drama Across the Continent"
The play abounds with many thrilling and
startling scenes and situations, which allow
Mr.. byron ample opportunity to display his
artistic abilities. lie is ably supported by
Miss Kate Byron and superior dramatic
company, among whom Mr.. Harry Hudson,
Mr.. Harry Clifford aud Mr.. John Pcudy figure
l a.NgN
for the balance Of the week, aud on Wcdncs-
day (St. Patrclls day matinee will be
given for the benefit of the Irish relief fund.-
which should be greeted with an ovcrfowing
house.
Theatre Comiq,te.
The show at the Comique last night was
simply immense. Jake Budd gives burcsque
on mcsmcrism, which would make Carpenter
himself split his sides with laughter In the
long succession of splendid variety cutcrtain-
mcnts given at the Comique none bave bten
givon superior to that prepared this week for
the patrons Of the Comque The company in
cludts dozen or moro Of the best speciality
artists on the stage. In addition to the spark
ing variety entertainment is given tho
laughablc comedy of Pink Dommoes." There
will be Il matinee this afternoon.
The AIcGibcnys.
The Mciibcny family which created u gen.
uine sensation here by the concerts given re-
Gently ut Lincoln Hall, gave concert last
evening mt the Foundry church, which, despite
the imclcmcnt weather. was well attended.
The music Of the Juvenile band and orchestra
was of an order that would have hceu credit
able to an adult troupc. Tonight tho Nc
Gibcnys will appear in concert at Wesley
chapel.
Professor Carpenter.
Professor Carpenter gave some wonderful
| and amusing experiments in mcsnerism ut
Lincoln Hall last evening, and will appear to-
night ut the same place for the benefit of the
| tein peranCe cause.