The Washington critic., 1886-01-26
IMUSE1fENTS.
MARY ANDERSON AT AnpAucn's.

MARY ANDERSON AT ALBAUGH :.
As was expected, a large and distin-
guisbed audience assembled at Al
baugh's Opera House last night to
welcome Miss Mary Anderson on her
first appearance in this city since her
return from England Among the
occupants of boxes were Secretary
Manning and Miss Cleveland and
party. The distinguished artist de-
lighted her audience with her charming
presentation of Gdldted, for which
part she is admirably adapted both in
personal appearance and manner. The
second piece on the programme,
Comedy and Tragedy" is better
adapted TO exhibit the versatility of her
genius. Miss Anderson is supported
by an excellent company, each mem-
Der of which did careful aud conscicn
tious work. Gas You Like IT. will
be given tonight.
RIIEA At THE NATIONAL.
Rhea's temperance drew large
audience at the New National last night.
"Pygmalion and Galatea," in which
Mary Anderson appeared at Albaugh's,
was the play. As Gdlated Rhea made
decidedly favorable impression. The
appearance of two actresses in the
same role simultaneously in this city
has not occurred in years While she
throws considerable warmth into the
part, she speaks II more slowly than
she does other parts, and the effect was
far better, as there is less difficulty in
understanding her. Her support is ex-
ceptionally strong, Miss Wheeler, as
Wyiine, and Mr.. Leonard, as Pygma-
lion, being specially good. For TO-
night IAN Unequal Match" Is an
nounced.
THE GALLEY SLAVE At MERzoG's.
The reproduction of the Galley
Slave" drew large audience to Her.
zogs Opera House, notwithstanding
the threatening aspect of the weather.
This is one OF BARLEY Campbell's best
efforts and as presented at Herzog' S
last night can not fail to prove popu.
lar attraction. Special attention was
given to the scenic effects, which were
rich and appropriate. The same bill
will be given during the week.
"MARKED FOR LIFE"
Sid. G. France drew big house at
the Dime Museum last night. The
bill offered comprised four plays, the
most elaborate of which was Marked
for Life" Mr.. France, who Is capi-
tai actor, was supported by Mr.. Bob
Allen, also bright light, and a good
company. The same bill will run
through the week.
THE THEATRE CoMIQUE.
The Comique has an exceptionally
good entertainment this week and
should be well patronized. The trap
exc acts were well rendered, but the
fall of the lady performer cast damper
on the evenings enjoyment Mary
Milton Is veyy clever In her songs and
dances. Clark and Williams give good
character sketch of the Pullman car
porters and received deserved encores.
AMUSEMENT NOTES.
Harry w. French's illustrated lecture on
''Paris, Past and Present." is announced at
the National Theatre for Sunday, February
Z. His stereopticon views are said to be
marvellous In their approximation to
| nature. The lecture is entertaining and in
structlve and affords an opportunity of
becoming familiar with many Of the scenes
we hear and read about.
VIII Carleton, the distinguished poet,
author, of "Farm Ballads" Farm
Legends" "Farm Festivals &C., &C.,
| will deliver his new lecture, "The Chain Of
Success" at Congregational Church on
Friday evening next for the benefit of the
Y. NJ. Q. A. of this city. Seats are now on
sale at Ellis music store at popular prices.
No one should miss hearing Mr.. Carleton.
| The sale for the season of three opera
nights by Her Majesty's Opera Company
opened yesterday A long line Of peo-
| pie waited for the hour of opening, and by
noon many seats and boxes were disposed
of. 1t was noticeable that most of the pur-
chasers belonged to the best Of Washington
society.
Mr.. j. c. Duff's Mikado Company that
opens at the National on Monday next en-
ploys forty choristers and an orchestra of
twenty musicians in the production of the
opera. The sale of seats begins tomorrow
morning.