The Evening critic., 1885-03-17
ADJUSTMENTS.

THEo AT AbnAUGHs.--The0a and urau's
French Opera Company were given
most gratifying reception last ovontng.
Tho audience was large aud composed OF
the leaders of fashion. IL was also very
appreciativo, and tho oncores were many
and hearty. A party from tho White
House occupied the two boxes Mt the right
of the stage. The boxes on the left were
taken BY representatives of the French,
English and Spanish legations. Over tho
boxes ON the right tho American colors
were draped while over tho opposite boxes
two French Gags were crossed. This, r
most delicate compliment to the nation
atty of the company on the stage, was
highly appreciated. The opera, one OF
Ollenbachs brightest, was keeDly on
ioycd. The company rendered it with
the dash and spirit possessed only by
the French. Tho merry c2per5 OF
Theo won favor on her first appearance.
Her acting was full OF chic, but of her sing
ing little can be said. She is a constant re-
minder Of Aimee, but is much moro re-
fined. Her rendering In English of
where Are You Going.AIy Pretty Maid2
called out throe enthusiastic oncores. She
responded much pleased. Daring the even
ing sho was presented with two huge bas-
kets Of rare flowers The singing of the
chorus was in the main admirable. The
singing Of the leading support was very
fine and provoked much enthusiasm. Tho
company is carefully drilled and ovinco
scrupulOus training. Tho orchestration was
excellent. Tonight Audrau's amusing and
popular ia Mascotte" is given.
Bon DowSING's WELcoME.-Robert l..
Downing made his first appearance In Wash
ington as star last evening in the emo
tional drama, Tally-Ho,n written spe-
cially for him by joaquin Miller. Ford's
MN arntyIad hv
cative and demonstrative audience, In
which the boat clubs, military organiza-
tions, amateur dramatic clubs and other
societies were largely represented. The re-
ception was in every way appropriate to
tho return of popular aud ostimable citi-
zen and distinguished actor. The play Is
one OF wild frontier life q generation ago,
and the interest centres in the burly stage
driver, Hank Monk, whose sterling virtues,
genial humor rough, frank manners and
good heart constitute an ideal hero of the
wild West. Mr.. Downing's physique, voice,
powers and training fit him splendidly for
tho part, and he was greeted with continu-
GUS and hearty applause. Mr.. Downing was
the recipient of number of very hand
some floral offerings, one of the finest being
from the Columbia Boat Club.
THE DIME MusEUM.--Never in the au-
nails of the Dino Museum on the Avenue,
Barton e Logan proprietors, was such en-.
thusiasm Witnessed as that manifested yes
terday at tho production of the great new
London version of Jack Sheppard" 1t
was presented by Minnie Oscar Grey, their
own talented company and surprisingly
educated dogs, and tho appearance Of the
stars created perfect furore of applause.
If the opening day can be taken as an au-
curry tho Dime will DO filled TO its utmost
every day this week.
HERzoG's MUSEUM. There is excellent
material in the Pike Comedy Company
now playing an engagement at Herzog's
| They gave last night the comedy, GAIL
that Glitters is not Gold" and laugh In
one act, entitled IAN Object of Interest,"
Nearly all Of the characters in each of these
| pieces were well taken. Mr.. Maurice Pike
| good. Mr.. Crossen and Mr.. Lewis are also
TO be highly commended. The plays pre-.
sented were standard old comedies pure
and full of honest fun. The same will bC
presented tonight. The audience last night
as is usual at Herzog's, was very large aud
very much delighted.
"STABAT MATER."-The rendition Of
the "Stabat Mater" at Congregational
Church tonight promises to be one of the
most important and successful musical
events of the season. Tho solosts and
members Of the chorus include many Of the
finest musicians in the city.
| THEATRE CoMIoUE.--There are many
capital features in the entertainment given
this week at the Comique by Minor
Duclos French Folly Troupe. There arc
| also features which make the spectator
very tired" Most of the faces are new
and the bill is an entirely new ono. Matt
nees are given daily and this experiment
| on the part of the management seems Il
meet with gratifying success.