The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-03-25
AMUSEMENT rs.

THE ABBOTT GRAND ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY.
The Abbott Grand Opera Compan y, which
is deservedly one of the most popular or
CARNATIONS before the public. gave their
second performance last night at Dickson's
Ambrose Thomas "Mignon'' was presented
to a large and very brilliant audience and in
a manner that gave entire satisfaction. Her
: Mignon" is as strong in conception, dra-
matte action and vocaliZatiOn as was her
"Violetta' on Monday night Gcethe's
heroine has had few better Interpreters.
having the charm of naturalness, %girlishness
and freedom from the Stiffness that charac.
terize the Italian stage. She lacked strength
to ASSERT herself in some of the concerted
passages, but in the solo work more genuine
ontbursts OF passion and brilliant vocaiiZa-
ton a Q seldom heard. The romanzs, know
est Thou the Land was superbly given
10th in its tender episodes N the embroid-
cry of its sdenza. In the second act was
an artistic and dramatic sketch, worthy of
the best condolences. Miss Bellini has all
the personal attractions and vocal qualifica-
tons for the part of "Filina." She has q
fDe soprano voice. highly cultivated In the
Italian school, and her best work IS in the
upper register. Miss A~nnandale's Fred
erick" was an animated comedy representa-.
ton. and being in excellent voice she was
particularly felicitous. Mr.. Castles evil
helm Meister" was marked by his character.
istic grace and artistic finish, although the
demands OF the score at times fully tested
his voice. Lesser parts were capably as
sumed by Frederick and Allen. The chorus
was strong and the Instrumentation was eff
fectively handled. Matinee this afternoon,
"Heart and Hand - and tonight the season
clos s with Rossini's "Semiramide."
''cINDERELLA" AT ESGLIsH's.
The Juvenile Opera Company is catching
on wonderfully, judging from the size OF the
audience last night. 1t is just the thing to
catch the fancy Of little folks and not miss
that OF many adults. 1t contains q moral that
is elevatiDg and ennobliDg to a young mind
The little sun gltam, Baby Clara, as ella
d~erella'' is Just as perfect as one can call for.
Her extreme youth and beauty blind one to
any little imperfections she might possibly
show. Master Richard as the prince" dis
PLAYS a dramatic ability far beyond his years.
which, by the way, are not numerous-only
six. Lottie. Essie, Lizzie Inc Madge Holly
wood, the sisters, whose years do not range
over seventeen, who act as the support of the
little stars. sre mp to the average.
Mr.. Ira Newhall, as Baron Balderdssh,"
does some funny acting and some very good
singing. The Hollywo0ds in their specia. ties
afford a great deal of solid and enjoyable
entertainment. Mr.. Harry LaRose in his
club swinging act on q revolving globe dis
plays an agility and such wonderful skill as
to win for him loud and continued applause.
This juvenile combination are at Eoglish's
during the week with matinees daily. Adj
mission only 10. 20 and 80 cents.
RHEA IN HER NEW PLAYS.
Rbea, the most charming and successful of
ell tie foreign actresses playing in the
English language. will appear at Dickson's
Opera House for TWO nights end Saturday
matinee, beginning on Friday night, open-
ing with SardoH's brightest comedy, Ar
csdia" Ia dangerous game In which. says a
Boston critic, "Rhea is like a ray of sunshine
piercing the clouds" Pathos and mirth
chase each other over the lovely face in a
manner that does one good to behold. Rhea
has a strong supporting company this sea.
son prominent among the names is that
| of Mr.. Edward Henley, of Wallack's Thester,
New York, who has been pronounced the
best leading man since Charles e. Thorne.
Jr., wss with us. Rbes's costumes are those
of royalty. intended for the Queen
of Holland. and Rhea wears them
with the dignity aud grace Of
the queen OF her art that
3 rival, with Mr.. Henley as Armand" viii
be play ed at the Saturday matinee, and on
Saturday night the latest Eastern success,
1.-THE American Countess" This will bs
Rhea's farewell visit. as she leaves for Europe
in the early spring and a better selection Of
modern plays could not be made.
THE DIME MUSEUM.
Hundreds of people were turned away
from the Dime Museum both Monday anC
last night, unable to gain admission on &C
count of the rush. The show given thil
week is the best one OF the season in every
department., and the people want to see Ii
Perhaps the greatest curiosity on exhibition