The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-10-27
ADJUSTMENTS.

GRAND OPERA HOUSE-JoSEPH JEFFERSON
That legitimate theatrical attractions of es-
tabshed regulations will always meet with lib
eral patronage in Indianapolis was again proven
by the very large audience that assembled at the
Grand Opera-house last night to see Mr. Joseph
Jefferson. 1t was composed of the representa-
tive people of the city, and they manifested
their appreciation of the excellent performance
given by the closest attention and frequent APP
plause. Mr.. Jefferson has been so long identi-
fed with the part of Rip Van Wrinkle that
many people, who do not know of his wonderful
powers and versatility, are apt to think that he
can do nothing else equally well. This opinion
cannot be entertained, however, by those who
saw his Caleb Plummer last night, for it is a
characterization of such remarkable feeling and
naturalness that it must certainly become
as famous as that which has preceded
it in popular favor. Cricket on
the Hearth" is beautiful play,
telling a story of human suffering and af1iction
simply and effectively, the literary strength
and style of the original not having been lost
oy the dramatization. 1t was admirably acted
throughout Mr.. Jeferson's artistic efforts in the
leading role being supplemented by the discrim-
mating and intelligent acting of the members of
his company. The Title Slowboy at Miss Con-
ME jackson, who, by the way, is sister of the
star, was exeusitely done, and the various as
snmptions of character by Mr.. Varrey, Miss
Wolcott Mr.. Eberle Miss Lee and the others
were as good as could be desired The
performance concluded with the farcical comedy
LEND Me Five Shillngs," one of the favorites
of by-sone days, Mr.. Jefferson playing Philip
Golightly, dashing, happy -golucky sort of a
person, as widely different from Caleb Plummer
as night is from day; but, like the other this i'm
PRESERVATION was so tt oroughly artistic that no
adverse criticism can made upon it. He is the
same great actor that he has always been, his
work showing that delicacy, refinement and
finish that first made him one of the leading
lights of the stage. In such parts as are now in
his repertoire he has no equal-he can have
none-and in addition he has the good Judgment
to surround himself with a company fully ca
pable in every respect to do what is expected of
them. Mr.. Jefferson's last appearance will be
tonight, when he will play rip Van Wrinkle, "
part he has made essentially his own.
ENGLISH OPERA HoUsE-REILLY WOOD.
The entertainment given at Engiish's Opera
house, last evening, by Reilly & Woods COM
edy and speciality company evidently pleased the
audience. which laughed heartily and applauded
vigorously. 1t has more than the usual merit of
a speciality company, some of the features being
quite original and unique Pat Reilly, the Irish
character songster, is especially clever, and the
RAMA and Arno. the horizontal bar performers.
did good act. The musical specialtes of the
Wood family. composed of four members-Har-
riet Julia, Frances and Albert-form about the
best feature of the show. The rapid crayon car
ICONS and caricatures were very cleverly done,
and excited much laughter. The company APP
pears every night this week, with matinees to-
morrow and on Saturday.
DIME MusEUM-''HooP OF GOLD"
The engagement of Lennox's Hoop of Gold'
Company, at the Dime Museum, opened yester-
day afternoon with large matinee audience,
and last night the house was packed, people be-
In turned away. The performance was re-
c.>ived VIII favor. and the piece was well pre-
sent,I. The scenic I'D mechanical effects are
well suited to the play, and TN production as a
whole is above the average. The company is
fully equal to the requirements Of the play.
Miss Beatrice Lieb plays the part of Ruth
Wrench in ascreditable manner. and Mr.. James
Nil 10. Oood as Richard. The Scotty Of Mr.