The Washington critic., 1886-01-12
Ar THE THEATRES.
Attractions nj the Places OF Amusc-
mcnt This Week.

mCnt TINS heth'
The "Comcdy Of Errors at Albaugh's
Opera-Ilouse was q surprise as well as
pleasure to all who witnessed il last night
The text hes been rcarunged so that the
five acts have been condensed into three
and incidental changes have been made to
admit Of greater scenic display. The mag
niGccnt scenery aud beautiful costumes
showed the careful study Of an artist
Nothing was omitted that could enhance
the general effect OF the comedy. Robson
and Crane as the Tro Dromios are known
here from former presentations. The com
pany is n strong one, splcndldly adapted to
the play. The two dM'phOlusc2 were well
done by Mcssrs. Harris and llandysdc.
Miss Selma Fettcr as 1driap0 acted with
spirit, and possesses pleasing voice aud
manner. The comedians are to be con
graduated upon the splcndor OF Their re
viya of this play, which has never been
cqualtd in this country. The same bill will
continue through the entire week.
Miss Fanny Davenport drew splendid
house at the National Theatre last night.
Her temperance as Fedora was looked
forward TO as one of the events of the
dramatic season. Her intelligent portrayal
of the passions has long since placed her
among the foremost of American actresses,
anu Iulb reputation Nnt llllll huhNdliltl libN
night Mr.. Mantell, the principal man In
the support, acquitted himself In his usually
excellent manner. The stage setting of the
drama was the most beautiful that has ever
been attempted in this city outside OF
spectacular plays. A beautiful piece OF
scenic effect was introduced In the second
act. The scene is the drawing-room of Il
chateau In France. The walls and back
grounds are gorgeous designs of gold and
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Of heavy velvet with light satin drapery.
The upholstery is blue plush and gilt. The
costumes Of the players were very elegant.
Old theatre-goers say that II was the finest
piece Of scenic work ever produced at the
National, and great credit is due the scenic
artist, Mr.. John Bost. "Fcdoran will con
tinue the attraction through the week.
Gus Williams, the famous Dutch come
dian, opened before good house at Ford's
last night in ooh, What Night The play
is one of those efforts which is built around
speciality, and whose only cause for eX-
istence is to amuse. In this, however, IL is
omineDtly successful il uproarous and con-
tinual laughter is any indication Of cujoy-
ment. The central figure is, of course,
Gus Williams, whose comic cccentricties
and remarkable dialect had full sway last
night. The company is good and affords
plenty of fun for all who will brave the
weather to get It,
IIerzog's Opera-House was crowded last
night with a fashionable audience, who
came to see Miss Maud Granger as Cora in
"Artlcle AZ" The talent of this lady Is
recognized, and in her rendition of the diff
ficult part Of Cora added new laurels to her
fame. Her costuming is rich aud elegant,
and won the admiration as well as the envy
of the ladies present. Sheis well supported,
Miss Olive West being conspicuous for her
natural and easy method. Miss West APP
pears in the leading part in "Engaged'
this afternoon, and on Thursday aud Friday
afternoons, while Miss Granger will hold
the boards at the other performances dur
ing the week. These opportunities for see
ing good play well acted should not be
missed.