The herald., 1896-02-15
AT THE THEATERS

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mantle roles, appears at the Los Angeles
| Theater all next week in a repertoire that
includes both romance and tragedy. He is
undoubtedly the most highly esteemed
star who visits Los Angeles, esteemed as
, an artist, man and scholar. His en-
deavors are upon the highest plane, and
the productions of classic plays that he
makes are of the highest order. He is an
| educator as we'll as an entertainer, and by
adhering closely to his purpose of present
ing only the best plays in manner that
commends them to the thoughtful consid-
Grafton of amusement seekers he has estab-
iished himself as a popular favorite and
mas deservedly earned the high distinction
that characterizes him as the foremost ac-
tor of the day. Both romance and tragedy
VIII be included in the repertoire 10 be
presented by him next week The Mounte-
bank is the open bill and it will be followed
by Vriginus, King Lear, The Lions Mouth
and julius Caesar all produced with special
scenery and handsomely staged.
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ORPHEUM.-There are several features
on the bill at the Orpheum this week that
have drawn more than an ordinary amount
OF attention and applause. The pretty
Henley Sis ers, in their novel mirror dance,
have already made themselves favoiites
with the public. The perfect illusion by
which the sprightly duo appear as one per-
son dancing before mirror is one of the
cleverest stage effects ever produced.
Their dancing alone is in itself beautiful
feature. Fonti Boni Brothers are a
unique couple. The one with the peculiar
voice has won more applause than the best
opera singer could without the freailish
quality that his strangely humorous voice
possesses. The late songs of the BE au
Brummels, Howley and Doyle, have taken
well, but their most excellent clog dancing
has been most appreciated. They are
artists of the refined type. and their
work is accordingly we'll received
by the theater-goers of this city.
Mason and Healy couldn't be otherwise
than funny. Their eccentric appearance,
one being over six feet tall while the other
is only half as high, creates amusement at
their first appearance. Bat when they
perform their turn, which is full of laugha-
BILE situations, they fairly bring down the
house. The sisters De Van are an inter.
esting pair, and their thrilling balancing
act OH the "Lachei.e Magic" is q good
show by itself. 1t is hardly necessary to
speak of Gilbert and Goldie. They have
made more fun for Los Angeles than any
two comedians who ever appeared here.
Their act this week, while not as bolster
Gus and perhaps not as lively as some of
their former efforts, has nevertheless
been winner. This week will
end their engagement at the Or
pheum. That magnetic team of Irish
sketch artists, Gilmore and Leonard,
do their share toward making an unsur-
passable comedy bill, with one of those
roaring, wholesome Irish skits that many
actors attempt and SO few really accom-
plish. They are exceptionally good at
anything in their line, and the turn which
they present this week is well suited to
their humorous style. There will be mat
iDn has uft Sum
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THE BURBANK.-The audiences at this
house have increased with every perform
ance this week. showing that the produc-
ton of Queena is one worthy OF seeing and
that Miss May Nannary and her superb
company are giving presentation that re-
fleets credit upon the entire cast. The
scenery is also good and the staging hand
some and appropriate. TIE wardrobes OF
the ladies are especially brilliant and The
performance is an up-to-date rendition.
Notwithstanding its great success. it must
be Withdrawn after tomorrow evening,
making room for Wife for Wife on Mon.
day night, melodrama of some note that
promises to be we'll received, as it has been
wherever presented.
A matinee will be given this afternoon at
the recently inaugurated matinee prices,
at which Queena will be presented in it's
entire beauty.
Lady Quartet Concert
The singing of the Chicago Ladies' Quar-
tet is as delightful as ever. 1t was disap-
pointment to find such meager audience
at the First Methodist Episcopal church
last night, for these ladies provide pro-
gram of rare enjoyment to the musical ear.
Mrs. Raymond surrounds herself with Ia
dies of such charm that it is not surprising
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son, but it may be truly said that the pres
ent members of the organization fully sus-
tain the enviable reputation which the
quartet enjoys. The concerted singing last
night was characterized by thas perfect
blending of tones, only the result Of the
most assiduous training, which sounds
even in intricate harmony like "A single in
strument. Mrs. Raymond, besides posses
sing most remarkable alto voice, seems
to command a special talent for drilling
young ladies to subordinate their individ-
ual vocal powers to the general effect, and
the result is altogether delightful The
accuracy of method and delicate modula-
ton of tone was best shown in an ar
rangement of Scotch songs and in a
catch somewhat on the principle of
"Big leas havelittle fleas,
Upon their backs to bite en-
Little eas have lesser fear
And SO ad intintum."
AS to the ladies' individual merits as
solosts it may seem invidious to discrim-
mate. but the mezzo-soprano, Miss Eliza
beth Ludwig. has IA voice of exceptional
beauty and resource, and was heard to
great advantage IN an aria from Les
Huguenots. Miss Katherine Jones would
do well to cultivate more purity in enun-
citation, especially of her vowels Miss
Pearl Hodsons soprano is OF rare liquid
quality in mezza voce, but grows some
what harsh in the upper register and
forte passages. Mrs. Raymond deep
alto was used to excellent advantage III
her solo, Songs of Araby, and with wonder
full effect in the quarlets.
Miss Nettie Nj. jackson merits her dis
tinction as "Queen of Impersonators." and
entertained her audience with striking ex-
anples of her versatility. Miss Jackson is
especially happy i'll her humorous charac-
terizations, but should exercise a little
more judgment in the sequence of her se-
lections. Contrast is pleasant enough, but