Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1886-04-10
AMUSEMENW.

.ALBAUGH's OPERA HoUsE.-Those having
charge of the presentation OF Sousa and Taber's
new operetta, 1.-THE Queen of Hearts," at Al
baugh's next week, are confident that the per-
Torrance on Monday evening will be smooth
h as nd mas peen
in their parts, and several rehearsals of the en-
| tire opera have been had There is naturally
much interest In the production Of this work,
both Hbretto and music being by Washing
| tonians. and 1t is expected that the four per-
| formances will be largely attended. A very
| Guiding Mrs. Anna ROemer-Kaspar, Mr.. w. II.
| Stanley, Mir. j. III. Dustan and Mr.. Frank
Pearson, with chorus OF sixty-five fresh young
voices and large orchestra under the personal
direction of Prof. Sousa. Each performance of
The Queen of Hearts will be preceded by
| 'Trial by Jury"
NATIONAL THEATER.-Mr. Roland Reed who
| is rapidly winning recognition as one of the
| most talentedand successful OF the younger
American comedians will play return en-
gagement at the National next week, appear
ing the first three nights in the laughable farce
comedy of "Humbug," in which he was seen
here earlier this season. The latter part OF the
week will be devoted to Cheek another
comedy in which Mr.. Reed has been very sue
cessful, but which has not yet been seen here.
THE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
Those VINO attend the two grand Lenten con-
certs at the Congregational church, Tuesday
afternoon and Wednesday evening, will have
the satisfaction of knowing that while they are
enjoying the fine programs of instrumental and
vocal music to be there interpreted, they are
also aiding a worthy charity, as the proceeds OF
the entertainments will go to the National
principal vocal soloist, needs no introduction
To the public of Washington as she has already
other soloists are Mr. c. Nj Loetfier and Mr.. T..
Adamowski. Among the numbers to be rem
dered at the first concert are Weber's Oberon
overture; "Ah PerfdO,' Beethoven; SchubertS
unfinished symphony in minor; an aria from
GounOd's ''Sapho, and the "Tann haeuser'' over
ture. Seats are now on sale at Ellis. Special
students tickets at a very low price have been
Issued for the afternoon concert on Tuesday.
RoSINA VOKES aud her excellent company
l.,pf .,..k,f,
of next week. The comedies to be given during
this brief engagement are .Our Bitterest Foe"
My Milliner,s Bill" "a Pantornime Rehear-
sal, and I'm Honor Bound.''
siHARRIs BIJOU THEATER.-Gilbert and Sulli-
vans "Mikado,' of which the public seems
never to weary when well done, Will be sung by
the Wilbur Opera company at this house next
week, when the summer season begins The
Wilbur troupe Is said to be very complete
organization, containing 40 artists, with appro-
pirate costumes and orchestra and new stage
settings. Miss Susie kirwin, a bright and
lovely young lady, is the prima donna of the
company, among the other members of which
are Cora Ferris and Messrs. Comfy, Ed. Chap
man and j. +. Brand.
Hon. GEORGE K. WENDLING, well-known
and eloquent orator, who has won great favor
on the lecture platform, will deliver two lee
tpres at Congregational church next week;
His subject on Monday evening will be '.Saul
OF Tarsus:' on Tuesday evening, sis Death
the End?" Seats now on sale at Ellis.
The PANORAMA OF MANASSAS.-IntereSt in
the realistic battle scene in the panorama
building, at Ohio avenue and 18th street, is I'M
abated. The crowds of visitors who daily in
spect the beautiful painting are enthusiastic in
their praise OF the work.
HERzoG's OPERA House,. X. Tillotson's
drama OF "Lynnwood' will be the attraction
at this house next week, Miss Merce Mabrini,
young lady who is highly spoken OF as an
actress, In the leading role Sne will be assisted
by good company.
DIME MUsEUM.-The patrons of this house
Will next week be entertained by those old
favorites, 'rhe Tourists" with songs, dances,
and the indiscriminate fun-making for which
this piece affords ample opportunity.
John AND JONATHAN. Rev. Robert NOurSe
will deliver his popular lecture on the above
subject at Wesley Chapel on Wednesday even
ing OF next week, for the benefit OF the Metro
politan Industrial school. Tickets at Ellis
Purcells and Temple hotel.