The evening world., 1888-05-03

by Mostyn Tedde and himself-or rather, by
himself and Mostyn Tedde. Let that pass,
however. The Queens Mate" will un-
doubtedly prove q substantial success at the
Broadway Theatre. II is infinitely superior
to the worthless. unmusical nonsense which
is palmed of upon an unsuspecting public
nowadays and called comic opera. The
music by Lecocq, Jakabowski and others
Is fresh, tuneful N lively. II is never
likely to be whistled on the street
or to prove an " Erminie" or q "Mikado,"
but it is Just bright enough TO hear without
fatigue for two or three hours. Three hours!
Manager James O. Duff Ii responsible to q
the Broadway last night. Tho Queens
Mate" did not close until midnight-rather a
dangerous experiment on Mr.. Duff's part.
and one that might readily have been
avoided. Take a long, sharp knife, Mr.. Duff,
ana hack at e The Queens Mate" for about
half an hour. It will stand it. Nearly all
the third act is stupid, tedious and irrelevant;
the chestnut -" episode takes up o great deal
of valuable time. and is simply inane. The
first act can also be relieved of su%perfuous
padding. The setting of the opera is magni-
fcent, nothing more nor less. More beautiful
and tasteful costumes, and more sumptuous
scenery have rarely If ever been seen in this
city. The Lace Palace" VI at the end Of Act
III. revealing the big staircase, reused the
audience, and there were loud cries for Mr..
Hoyt, the scenic artist. As q spectacle alone
The Queens Mate" would be worth see-
ing. There was an excellent cast. The hon.
ors of the evening were easily won by Miss
Lillian Russell, whose voice was in excellent
condition Miss Russell was lovely picture to
InNE nj Ia a mr. lNnnaR EA -
delicately plump. She was handsomely
dressed. Miss Camille D'Arville, a new
conner. pleased the audience. She has a
good, clear. musical voice Of not very con-
spicuous power. Harry Paulton was fairly
funny. The evidences are that he intended
to be very funny, but intentions in such
cases generally Illustrate results. j. H.
Ryley an W. II. Clark as Patagues and
Mezieres and Duplaw, who appeared in the
opera Q few years ago with Aimee and Angelo.
were far more amusing. Harry W. Emmett
made an entertaining Prince. Frederic OAR
rell as an innkeeper was rather weak.
Rather afunuy incident. illustrative of colos-
sal Thespian cheek, occurred at the close of
the performance. A great many actors from
neighboring theatres came in in time to see
the second scene of the last act. Among the
Geneyieye Lytton, from Z" Possible Case"
Mr.. billiard looked extremely surprised be-
cause the usher did not know him, and he
was forced to introduce himself with an I'm
came in, however. The house was packed
from top to bottom. and people were stand
ing around the theatre three row. deep. Mr..
billiard calmly remarked to the usher: I'D
as possible" Mr.. billiard had to 60 on
liking.
j. W.. Pigott. who has been busily making
Arrangements for the production of Fitz-
noodle" will probably secure q metropolitan
theatre for that purpose within four weeks.
Mr.. Pigott has great faith in " Fitznoodle,":
It is said that Judge Gildersleeve is inter
ested in Paul Kauvar." The legal gentle
His interest in the revolutionary play is said
to be - cared for" by Henry Clay Miner.
Dignitsries seem to be developing extremely
theatrical tastes. President Cleveland has
been a regular theatre-goer in Washington
during the past season. Gov. Hill on Tues
day night vigorously applauded She" at
Albany.
As W. J. Florence has decided that Toole's
London success, The Don" is too local
for Americans he will have to depend upon
his usual repertoire, the production of
Heart of Hearts " and q new comedy which
has been written for him by an American.
The season of both of the Held by the
Enemy 1" companies will close Saturday
night. The profits of the company which
has been playing through the big cities has
been very large, and brought in $1,000 more
than it did last season. Both organizations
will start OF tour again in September, which
will make the third season Of the play in this
country.
Nat Roth, the Adonis-like manager Of the
Theatre Comique, Harlem, is TO have q bene-
fit May 16. 1t is o grateful little Offering
from those who appreciate Mr.. Roth's
beauty, talent and energy. A great many
popular people have volunteered to appear.
A little man with IN injured smile was run
ming about Union square yesterday with the
copy of q dramatic paper under his arm.
The Black Flag people disbanded and that
they hoated home on their trunks. Please
deny il. I'm their manager, McClaye. We