The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-01-01
AMUSEMENT
GRAND opERA-HousE-s.oL1o.

One of the most notable dramatic productions
of the season is that of ''Clio," which was given
at the Grand last night-for it is a play of unu-
sual strength and Interestingly carefully acted
and put on the stage with an elaboration and
beauty that is seldom equaled. The audience
was large and enthusiastic, for the demonstra-
tons of approval were frequent and demonstra-
tive. Mr.. BARLEY Campbell has put romantic
love story in very attractive form, and has sue
ceeded in writing play Of high order of liter
airy merit, that has achieved deserved popu-
larity with all classes Of theater-goers The
scene is laid in Italy, and the story is told with
directness and dramatic effectiveness. The va
rious scenes strikingly picturesque and
beautiful, and the earthquake in the
fourth act, is wonder of realism and
impressiveness In addition to this excellence
of stage setting two ballets are introduced in
novel groupings and tableaux, and the dancing
OF Mile Corpalba, the premiere, is revelation
of the possibilities of the terpschorean art,
being strikingly original and graceful Without
all these gitterng accessories, the play is of
wel-sustained interest, and the performance de-
serves communication for its uniform excellence
and intelligence. An Indifferent performance,
however. could hardly be expected with such
company. The leading people are, Mr.. Atkins
Lawrence. an actor of force and originality;
Thomas FL. Burns, a popular light COMEDIAN Mr..
Harold Forsberg, character actor of original
with ATTRACTIVE ways Miss Ida
Jeffreys and Miss May Newman.
The latter plays the part of Lucia. and invests
it with grace, tenderness and expressiveness
that are deserving of the highest commenda-
ton. Taken whole the production is one
of unusual excellence. and deserving of the lib
eral patronage it is sure to receive A feature
of the performance which contributes material
ly to its success is the original music through
out, Signor Operti directing "Clio" will be
seen at the matinee this afternoon, again to-
night, tomorrow afternoon and tomorrow
night. The advance sale of seats for all these
performances is large: and a successful engage
ment is assured.
ENGLIsHs oPERA-HoUSE-''ZIP."
Miss Patti Rosa, clever little protean actress,
began an engagement at Englishs last night, to
good audience, and gave a performance that
met with favor. She appeared In Zip" a
play made famous by Lolita, and her graceful
ways Singing, dancing and banjo playing. con-
tribute materially to the success of the enter
talnmert. The stirring situations in the play
and the comedy element were productive of
much applause and laughter. The support &C.
erick Percy, John w. Dunno, and
Miss Bessie Stevens deserving especial
mention. Zip" will be repeated tonight and
Saturday afternoon. and at the matinee to-day
Bob will be given. The performances are
given for the benefit of the Knights of Father
Matthew. worthy organization, and this should
serve as an additional inducement for public
patronage
The fashionable operate craze of the East.
'sNanon," will be presented at English's the last
of next week. by the Carleton Opera Company,
the original. from the Casino, New York Man
ager English will produce the opera in all its
New York splendor
NOTES
Matinees at both the theaters this afternoon.
''Mixed Pickles, Mr. Joseph Folks new play,
which will be seen at the Grand the first part of
next week, is a comedy which is said to be un-
usually amusing and entertaining.
The Museum and the Zoo will both give extra
matinee performances to-day. At the former
Uncle Toms Cabin" is advertised and at the
latter Ida Siddons's female bnrlesque company
is to be SEEM