Birmingham age-herald., 1894-08-29
SPORT M'ALLISTER,
As Portrayed by Bobby" Gaylor, the Opening Attraction at O'Brien's
 Tonight-Bessie Bonehill Next.

The effect of hard times on the theatrical business has had in measure some ben- ehcial results, inasmuch as it has succeeded in some degree in wedding out the weaker and less meritorious productions. There- fore the theater- goer of the present time is more certain of receiving value for his money and witnessing, on the average, a far better performance. Robert Gaylor has proved himself no exception to the rule, and realizing the fact that the public Is ever hckle and changeable, and that the theatrical pocketbook is not so plethoric as ln the past, has augmented his already sue. cessful performance of "Sport McAlli by the introduction of new songs, dances and music and by the engagement of some of the best people identified with farce comedy. He opens the season at O'Brien' s tonight.
 The absurdities and comicalities of Irish rule in New York politics are presented in natural manner, and Gaylor's portrayal of 'boss" politician is not an overdrawn character, and the meth ods of the office seeker of Gotham are displayed in way which has very little exaggeration about it. The role of Sport McAllister is good vehicle for the display of Gaylor's peculiarities as comedian. It affords him ample latitude for the introduction of the specialties which have made him so well known, aud they are introduced in such d play. Gaylor is said to be supported by an excellent company of people, and corps of good singers will render many pleasing vo- cal selections. Gsylor will sing number of the latest successes. A special feature will be the original living pictures from the Empire theater, London.
 BONNIE BESSIE.
 One of the few successes of last season was "Bonnie Bessie'' Bonehill in her cbar inor a graduate of the high class vaudeville stage, invading high priced theaters and implant- ing herself there on most successful terms with the public, she has been a revelation.
 But then her work is so different from all others of her type who came before her. For she was really expected to supply the wants of public long suffering from the tortures inflicted by alleged stars. Her voice in itself was one revelation; her speech and pronunciation constituted an- other.
 She is dramatic in every move, graceful almost to a fault in every little detail, comic without trying to be, and brilliant in appearance. In her play of "Play- mates' her portrayal of various characters in life are truly executed. She is grace fully fascinating in her character dress. Her pathos is that of 8 truer nature, which goes directly to the soul. In gentleman dress ehe is indeed posaic. In changing the habilments of the opposite sexes she Is 4uCCu Oi HOI PIOicSoious anu movements are thuse of the gayest cava- Her.
 She is no longer the darling of Tony Pas- tors theater; no longer the pet of those who fingered there to hear her. But in the golden gloaming of the future she will only be known as the dainty little comedienne who struck the public chord by the clever ness born of her nature. She will only be known as the legitimate successor of Lotta and other artists of equal merit. She will lx-o ovu ho lx onyxyn oa Rn Ia
 Her appearance here tomorrow night will be her first, and much desire has been expressed by theater.goers to see the highly commended actress.