Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-04-03
ADJUSTMENTS.

Grand Opera House.-Those who saw Mr..
Beerbohm Tree at the Grand last night as
Capt. Swift, in Haddon Chambers play Of
the same name, would scarcely recognize
him as the Sir Philip Marchant Of the night
before. Voice, manner, expression, appear
ance. all were changed, save one sud
den movement of the arm and shoulder,
and nervous turn that Mr.. Tree gives
himself by way of emphasis. They were
apparent as the gestures of Sir Philip, but
aside from them capt. Swift" is neither
Sir Philip nor yet Mr.. Tree, and Mr.. Tree
is.a model In that respect for Mr.. Henry
Irving to pattern after, and in less degree
every English actor we have seen here,
and most American actors, also, by the
way. AS Capt Swift Mr.. Tree moves in
o less gloomy atmosphere than does Sir
Philip Marchant, and in that far, the audi
ence enjoys his work better. He made
picturesque figure as the cool, hardened
villain who sought to break into respect
able society, ard carried himself well in
his new surroundings, being effective In
his love scenes and with the more serious
and emotional interviews with his mother.
There were times. however, when, In his
talks with Gardner, his sudden starts
and conscious movements were too
theatric and seemed to indicate too
strongly that he wished the audience to
know that he was greatly affected by the
suspicious of the man he had held up,
which proved that MIR. Tree could not en-
tirely efface from his work the tradition
and practice of the ordinary stage villain.
Capt. Swift is not an ordinary stage VII
lain, neither is Mr.. Tree an ordinary actor.
That was demonstrated in his impersona-
ton of Sir Philip Marchant on Monday
night where he was absolutely free from
the usual methods employed for theatric
effect, and played the part as naturally as
is done by the villain in actual life. Mr..
Tree has dramatic qualifications not pos
seSsed by any of his contemporaries or pre-
Gecessors, as far as heard from. For that
reason he could as easily conceal Capt.
Swifts" real character. as he effectuaiiy
conceals himself in capt. Swift" OF the
supporting cast only words of praise may
be said; and the prettiest vision on the
stage was Miss Hamburg, as Mabel. To-
right Mr.. Tree will give his last perform
ance. and will repeat his success in "A
Bunch of Violets.'
Richard Mansfeld.-Mr. Richard Mans
field will play return engagement at the
Grand Opera House next week. He is al
ways welcome to Washington, and he has
a host of friends and admirers in this city.
His visits are notable events in' the annals
of the stage, for he generally presents
some new creation which challenges the
admiration of the critical playgoer. This
time, however, he will present repertoire
of his past successes, and will thus fur-
nish a greater variety of entertainment
Monday he will appear in the Scarlet Let
ter Tuesday, arms and the Man We'd
nesday, as Baron Chevrail in "A Partisan
Romance Thursday, in the pleasing COM
edy, Prince Karl Friday night and Sat
urday. in his historical creation of Beau
Brummel," and Saturday night he will
give his thrilling dual assumption of DIR.
Jekyl and Mr.. Hyde" The sale of seats
will commence tomorrow. ana as TINS vii,
be the last engagement Mr. Mansfield will
play prior to his opening of the Garrick
Theater in New York, it is expected that
crowded houses will greet him during every
night next week.
Buffers Bijou.-Miss Florence Bindley
will appear next week in her realistic COM
edy-drama, THE Pay Train" Both star
and play have been here often and need no
Introduction, but on this visit the company
is the strongest that has yet appeared in
this play. Incidental to the piece Miss
Bindley will introduce her famous songs.
dances and solos or the autoharp. xylo-
phone and sleigh bells. Other specialties
will he introduced by the Irish comedian,
John Sheehan.
City Sports Big Show.-Manager Ker-
mans attraction for next week will be
Flynn and Sheridan's City Sports Big
Show. The company is headed by the Mel
son Sisters, the female acrobats, and the
astonishing ease with which these young
ladies perform their feats places them at
the head of the lcrobatic world. feature
of the big program win be the closing bur-
1etta, which will serve to introduce Mile.
Zitella and Crissie Sheridan, the queens of
burlesque. A number of clever comedians
enliven the plot by their wtticisms. and
the interest of the performance is increased
by the appearance of coterie of Shapely
girls in gorgeous costumes.
Capital Bicycle Club Concert.-The Capt.
tai Bicycle Club has gained quite a reputa-
ton through its whist tournaments and
long bicycle runs, and last night Won addi-
tional laurels through the enjoyable musi-
Gale given at the National Rifles Armory
for the benefit of the club. A large audience
was present, and was enthusiastic in its re-
Nf hos -hn fnnly Nnrtt y, Shn
celent program, which was greatly pro-
longed by the number of encores accorded
the performers. Mr.. John Porter Lawrence
rendered two piano selections in excellent
style and finish, his work possessing an I'M
usual amount of expression. Miss Anita
Cluss gave two harp numbers, which We're
thoroughly enjoyed by all present. Mrs.
Perkins sang two very pretty ballads, and
Miss Bertha Lucas, one of Washington's
most promising vionists, rendered two of
The best received numbers on the program.
The Washington Lady Quartet, comprising
Miss Myers, Miss Dillon, Miss Dexter and
Mrs. Taylor. closed one of the best enter
tainments which National Rifles Armory
has seen this season.
The knights of Pythias Fair.-The sec
ond night of the Knights of Pythias fair, at
Odd Fellows Hall on 18th street northwest,
was fully as satisfactory as the first. The
crowd that attended was large and, more to
the point, seemed willing to spend its
money. The flower stand, which was not
business last night, and presented such a
pretty picture that 1t was the chief attrac-
ticn of the place. Among those present last
night who are prominent in the order
were Past Grand Chancellor John M. Kline,
Capt j. H Mills Past Grand Chancellor N.
Bunch, Grand Chancellor Hardell, and the
members of the general committee. The
second oldest lodge in the world Mt. Ver-
non Lodge, will attend in body tonight,
accompanied by Capital Lodge, No "a, and
the third battalion, District of Columbia
National Guard. Rathbone Division of the
Uniform Rank of Alexandria, Columbia
Lodge of Odd Fellows and Harmony Lodge,
No. 81, K. of P, will be present in a body,
as organizations, tomorrow night.
Rev. Mr. Browns Lecture.--A lecture
was delivered at Foundry Church for the
benefit of the Epworth League last even
ing the speaker being Rev. Oliver A. Brown.
His subject was Misplaced Men" and a
large audience was present to attest the
popularity of the speaker, although the in
clement state of the weather deferred many
from venturing out. Mr.. Brown was intro
duced by Mr.. ]. D. Taylor with few COM
plimentary remarks.
Concert at Calvary Church. - The Col
gate University Glee, Banjo and Mandolin
Club who are well known in this city, viii!
give a concert at Calvary Baptist Church.
corner Sth ard II streets northwest. Fri
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