The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-02-13
WHAT THE PLAYHOUSES OFFER.
"pr. Jekyn and Mr.. Hyde. /.

The remarkable pecuniary success of
Richard Mansfield is deeply significant of
great underlying regard for the higher
form of drama. The grim reaper has made
sad havoc among the actors who heed their
art above all else. OF the younger men
complshment, Mr.. Mansfield stands out
most conspicuously. His many-sided abil-
ity, his versatile talent, his artistic per
ception, his encouragement of the native
dramatist, his skill as writer and n crea-
tor OF character and his prodigality as "a
producer have found quick recognition
from the people who sustain the theatre.
When Mr.. Mansfield first played in this
city he was practically unknown aud
many empty seats stared at him during
the engagement. In striking contrast has
been his engagement at the Providence
the last half of this week. Thursday night
the house was hacked with an audience
eager to see Beau Brummel" Ii was
the same last night when Mr.. Mansfield
and the company eSSayed "A Partisan
Romance" The house has been taken
eagerly for this afternoons perform
ance of the Beau and tonight
at the close of "Dr. Jekyll and
Mr.. HYDE" the engagement will end
Beau Brummel, Baron Chevial and the
dual role of Jekyll and Hyde give wide
range TO this ambitious actor, but it was
in Jekyll and Hyde that the public first
recognized his wonderful talents. Some
think it is his best character DIR. Jekyll,
student, discovers potion which en-
ables him TO separate the good and bad i'm
his own body. by il he can transform
himself iate Mf-Hyde, n most cepraved
and vicious monster. lie can also restore
himself TO his own personality by the use of
the potion. The constant use of the drug
finally overcomes him and he INDUCES TO
excess. Finally the drug is exhausted,
and he finds himself as Mr.. Hyde, and.
pOwerless TO break the spell, he ends his
miserable existence. IL is "A play worthy
of the closest attention.
Providence Opera House.
"McKenna's Filtration" is acknowledge
n success nj comedy. IL will hold the
stage at the Providence the first half of
next week. As "A picture of everyday life
in American cities, it is perfect. In con-
ception and execution. this play has great
merit, and is deservedly popular with all
home-loying people who desire n few
hours pure enjoyment Honest humor
devoid OF vulgarity serves TO keep the au-
dience in q state of constant mcrriment.
William Barry Is too well known to re-
quire any fresh adulation at our hands.
lie stands as an entirely original artist
and is a fayoritc both on and off the stage
lie has had "a wonderful career from the
lowest round of the ladder of stage life TO
the highest. Miss Lydia Barry, the stars
eldest daughter, handsome young bru-
nette OF sweet SIXTEEN" plays the lead
ing soubrette role of Mary Ellen Ryan
and shows that she inherits her talent
honestly. Quite novelty is number Of
new songs aud dances executed by an
octette OF very handsome young ladies,
display 20 advantage in rich costumes
from the best artists In Paris recently inn
ported. The scenery and appointments
are bran new, aud the music, which was
specially written for this piece. h OF the
popular order Doubtless this comedy
will have good success
Hoss and Hoss" will be seen at the
Providence Opera House the last half OF
next week IL il a great skit As In all
such attractions the plot is of minor im-
portance, but there Is fun. fast and con-
tinual, and OF n bright and clean character.
There is also an abundance OF catchy
music and songs and solaa- -xefp-elever
dancing The company is good one.
Charlie Reed - Lawyer Charlie Hoss is
as entertaining as ever, and treats the
audience 20 several new and very funny
songs. Charles speeches in the court
room are wonders ia their way. William
Collier as Judge William Hoss portrays