Morning journal and courier., 1891-04-03
Entertainments.


 The new comic opera ';Influence, or True Love Never Rms Smooth," composed by J. Franklin Warner, esq.,, was pre- sented at this house last evening for the first time on any stage before an audience which completely filled the spacious audi torium. Among the audience were many managers and theatrical critics from Bos- ton, New York, Philadelphia and other cities, all of whom were unanimous in their praise of the merits of this, the latest of all apirants in the operatic line. for pub lie favor. The scene of the opera, which is in three acts and thoroughly Ameri- can, is laid in New York, Washington, and the Arctic seas. The story of the opera is new and is exceedingly we'll worked up, and contains many situations that are humorous and ludicrous in the extreme. The music is more than usually sparkling and bright, while the songs are lively and last evening were unusually well rendered. Particularly was this the case in the second act, when the solo of Miss Beatrice Goldie was rendered with an ability which fully merited the applause with which it was received. The opera contains many bon mots. Among the specially good things which may be noted were the work of the policemen in the first act and the introduction of such familiar characters as the impersonations of President Harrison, Secretary Blaine, Jerry Simpson and others in subsequent acts. Of the work of the company naught but praise can be said, when it is borne in mind that last night was their first ap- pearance in this opera. The principals ac- quilted themselves admirably, and their efforts were duly recognized and appre- ciated. Of the principals, Miss Goldie, Miss Carrie Tutein, the soubrette, Mr. Will Henshaw and MT. Thomas c. Peasley won instant recognition in consequence of their good work, and the duet rendered by Miss Goldie and MT. Peasley was hon. ored with an encore.
 That there are several places in the opera which will require careful pruning was evidenced by the presentation last evening and these will be attended to at once. On the whole, however. the production can be set down as a wonderful success for an American opera by an American author.
 The scenic effects are unusually grand production by John A. Thompson of the Hollis street theater, Boston. The most effective of all the scenes is that used in the third act, which represents ship frozen in among the icebergs and surrounded with Esquimaux, after which follows the breaking up of winter and the disappearance of the icebergs. This same scene will be on exhibition at tho opera house free of charge this afternoon be- tween the hours of 3 and 4. Influence" will be presented this and tomorrow even- ings and tomorrow afternoon, after which the company goes to Pittsburg for week, ter, Philadelphia, for long run.
 CT iohts and Shadows D ina bast of Charles Callers dramas, will hold the boards the first half of next week.
 HYPERION rHEArKR.
 The long anticipated presentation of "Antigone" takes place this evening. It is earnestly desired by the management that the audience wear full ssevening dress, and in response to this many ladies have signifed their intention to dispense with bonnets. The rehearsal last evening was in every way satisfactory, and was attend by representatives of leading New York newspapers. The stage pie ture is a very brilliant one and it is evident that the promoters of the entertainment have done everything in their power to make it a success The costumes are not only elegant, but are most tasteful, and this is due in great measure to the elaborate stenciling by Mr. Charles Schenck of this city and to Miss Lewis, daughter of ex-Mayor Lewis, to whom is due the harmonious blending of colors. This assistance was generously of fered and highly appreciated. It will be strange indeed if New Haven's first at tempt at Greek drama does not prove to be the theatrical event of the season.
 Denman Thompson's great play of ssThe Old Homestead" will be the attraction Fri day and Saturday of next week.
 PRocToR's OPERA HOUSE.
 The Night Owls Beauty show which opened last evening can truthfully be ranked as one of the best burlesque troupes on the road. The company is made up of first class variety artists and their acts and songs are new and novel. It is a great improvement upon any company of this kind that has previously presented here this attraction Manager Manchester has added many new artists and faces to his company, and he has succeeded in gathering together troupe that is first opened with lively skit, ''Our Social Club" which afforded ample opportunity for such artists as Fanny Lewis, Nettie Hoffman, Lizzie Raymond, Dave Foster and Frank Clayton to display their talent. The olio which followed was participated in by funny Sam Banard and the clever music maker, Frank Clayton. The entertainment closed with the bur lesque, Temptation" which was of burlesques. Pauline Markham, who played the part of Faust, jr, although not so young as she used to be, has lost none of her charm which made her so popular years ago. The company will ap- pear at Proctor's tonight, tomorrow after noon and evening.
 Next Wednesday evening the great Kel- | lar, assisted by Mrs. Kellar, will be the at traction at Proctor's. The great magician comes here from 8 successful season in New York, where his tricks and illusions have delighted and mystifed thousands of people. -