Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-12-22
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ALpAuoH's-There is a glow of joliity abou.
Gus. Williams that makes him invariably well
come. He is one OF the old standbys Of the
theater-going public. His personality Is unique
and strong. but he also has the artistic qualities
which enable an actor to renew his popularity
whenever he changes his play In "Keppler's
Fortunes" he proved thoroughly enjoyable.
The story Il one OF German home life. II Is no
study of social questions, but a sustained
effort to develop the greatest possible quantity
Of wholesome fun from plot that gives good
deal OF opportunity. His stories are always
new and refreshingly humorous. and his songs.
while simple az to music and without great pre-
tentions as to sentiment, are invariably popu-
lar Among his selections are Coming
Through the Dye" The Cradle to the Grave. y
1.-The Days Of the Old Machine" parody on
Comrades" &c. Again tonight
NATIoSAL-t not the largest house OF
the season at the National last night to see
George W. Lederers Model Company in Mrs.
Rom1aldo Pacheco's tbree-act legitimate farce.
'Incog, with q one-act con1edietta, The Salt
Cellar, adapted from the German Of
Corner a curtain raiser, yet withal it was
willing house and when the time for applause
came in 1t was there with both feet and hands.
''Incog" is a play with plot in II, bright dia-
logre, extremely funny situations, and with four
about as handsome women in tho cast az one
sees in half dozen ordinary companies. yet
somehow there is somewhere something lack
ing. and there is not that success in its pre-
sen:ation which apparently there should be.
The applause when 1t came. was uproar;ous
and genuine, bat there we've times when cold
silence seemed to settle down; just why, 40
body could say Mr.. Dickson Is = pleasant,
easy and cheerful actor The best piece of
work in the PLAY was the d.. IhU'tIHoN OF Mr..
Ottomeyer.
ACADEMY OF MUsIc.-A double bill that
proved eminentIy satisfactory, both from
popular and artistic standpoint. was given
at the Academy of Music last night. 'Jane"
furnished the principal part of the entertain
ment. and it was admirable In every respect.
The play is a genial flow Of sparkling fun that
never descends to the level of buffoonery- 1t
marks one of the transitions that are being
made in the taste Of the public. Mir. Frohmans
company shows the even balance and excel
lence that are characteristics OF his organiza-
tiuus. The part of Jane was taken by Miss
Johnstone-Bennett. and she gave the character
n graceful bTiskness that makes 1t attractive
without being false TO reality. Paul Arthur as
Charles ShdEt6t0H. the bachelor. NJ. c. DAILY a.
Mr.. her&.a1. the trustee, IL. Z. Cotton as
Wilidn,, the real husband of Jane, Miss Amelia
Summerville as Mrs. PiItOi,, Mr.. Edwards as
PtptOn and Miss Fisher as Mrs. Chddtcick were
eminentlv pleasing in their respective perform
ances while Master Joseph Iotten was very
bright as CIdlsIs. The Better PART, the one
act play which proceeds Jane. proved a very
. admirable study in sentiment and graceful
language IL was presented by Mr. Arthur
Herbert FOrtier and katherine Grey.
HARRIS BIJoU THEATER--Ihe company nj
Harris Bijou this week is known rs i he Inter
national COmlques. and the program II bright
interesting and varied Miss Alma Belllnl sang
sweetly in four languages and received a hearty
encore. Yank Hoe. assisted by 0mene, per-
formed feats of legerdemaIn that were astound-
ing. Taggart and Gariand proved themselves
a clever comedy sketch duo and Webster and
Conlan. as the two irish market women, were
dialect comedians o. considerable merit. John
Dewey sang a number of popular songs and
Brannon and Geyer knocked each other about
in the highest state OF the art. Johnny Purvls.
remeinbered by al a. the famous circus clown.
introduced his famous trick COnkcys, LOB and
Prince. and RObeE: StIckney, with his trick
horse spot. gave entertaining specially.
Again tonight.
kERNASs LYCErM THEATER.--James II. Wal
lick that versatile actor. appeared last night
ut herman in highly sensational drama en-
titled Tine Bandit hing. He introduced his
famous trained horses. whose actions proved
their intelligence. The play Is a bOrde- dramI.
with exciting situations and startiin,, tableaux.
As the hero Mr. Malhck proved himself equal
20 the difficult role and again demons trated his
right 70 take high RANK among the versatile
artists By assuming four roles. The company
is an even one and the scenery appropriate.
Andy CollGm. the wel.-knOwn banjoist. is intro
duced during the performance and his por-
ton OF the program was greatly enjoyed.
Again tonight.
The HARVARD GLEE CLUB-Tomorrow night
will be great event for Harvard men in this
city. The Harvard Glee Club will give their
annual concert at the National Rifles Hall, and
the affair is under the patronage of some OF
the most distinguished leaders of society it 10
probable that there will be liberal display of
crimson III the attire OF the ladies who will at
tend. The excellent work of the club last year
beth in its instrumental and vocal selections
insures the enjoyment of good music
tomorrow night There are really three
distinct organizations - the banjo, man
dolin and glee clubs-but they will all
JON in making the concert a great success.
There Will be some numbers IN the program
that viii indicate the high musical perfection to
which the club has attained. and there will be
college songs that will bring up IN the minds Of
graduates memories of many happy days. The
club has met with great success III its tour this
season. and it is believed that its concert here
will equal IN enthusiasm anu the size of its
audience any which il has given elsewhere.
The PRINCETON MEN.-1he concert by the
Princeton University Glee. Banjo and
Mandolin Clubs at National Rifles Arnorv
December 20, will be one of the musi-
cal treats Of the season. The clubs this
year are larger, more complete and better
trained than any that have ever gone out from
Princeton. The glee club alone carries twenty
three men. which Is the largest college chorus
in the world. The glee club will carry besides
warbler, whistler and soloists. The repertoire
includes the famous songs Of Nassau Hail and
new and original medleys- The banjo club is
composed OF thirteen men, all skilled per
formers, and the public may look for some
thing great in the way of instrumental music.
4nC uu1AuOAA CAuO Las Dut ldttlN Dtcu dUutu
TO the glee club. Ii is destined, how
ever, 10 be an equal favorite. The sweet
strains CT Spanish melodies are sure of an
enthusiastic reception. Fourteen men COM
pose this club, including eight mandolins,
mandola, second mandolin. violin. flute and
guitars The Princeton Glee Club this wear
brings along clever set of musicians, as fine
lot of amateur performers as can be found in
the United States They are o handsome set of
college boys and put in their playing such vim
and enthusiasm only college fellows can
The clubs this year are singing for the benefit
OF the Isabella McCosh Infirmary, the new
hospital that has been founded for the students
In honor Of the venerable wife of the ex-
president of Princeton
lIrs- Bitner Was . Member OF JT:,ioa Church