The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-09-14
MUSIC AND DRAMA
JACK AND THE BEANsTALK.

theatrical producers, but the question
seems to have been satisfactorily solVeu
in the production of Jack and the
Beanstalk," which will be seen at Inc
jefferson Monday, Tuesday and "ednes-
day next. Mr.. Henry Morse, VINO piays
the Giant Ruse in this extravaganza mas
succeeded in building himself up 10
height of over twelve feet preserving 1he
anatomical proportions OF d man Oh tha6
height and is described as q huge, per-
fectlv shapel. and a convincing Colossus.
In order to do this he carries about
burden Of padding. clothing, boots, ete.
which would stagger most men. Even
the hands, which are encased in flesh
coIored gloves, are so designed that no
vestiae of the article used is discernible
nv the audience. The scene in which he
in most admirable keeping with his size.
1t is of the massive ordt + throughout.
A matinee will be given Wednesday af-
ternoon. Sale of seats commence Thurs
day morning.
THE GAIETY.
There was large audience at the oaie-
ty yesterday The show is clean ana one
that will not offend any lady, many OF
whom attended last evening. Inc per-
formanoe is an entertaining vaudeville
show. and each feature on the programme
was endorsed with hearty applal Sc.
Among the artists are Vetta Peters, serlo
omic; Morgan and West, Dutch come
dams; the Hsnrys in 'A Social BELIEF;
Golden and Scanlon, comedians; James
Il. Henry, comedian; Marion Henry, BARI
tone soloist; Ramsey Sisters, musical
artists.
There will be matinee daily ana
performance each evening the remainder
of the week.
FESTIVAL CHORUS REHEARSAL.
The rehearsal of the Portland chorus in
Kotzschmar hall Monday evening was
unusually interesting. So many members
were present that the stage was not large
enough to accommodate all who wished
to sing, and the whole chorus seemed to
have caught a generous share OF MIR.
Chapman's enthusiasm. The male chorus
sang wonderfully well, and the work OF
the mixed chorus in Elijah showed COM
mendable improvement especially IN the
attacks, in rhythmic accentuation and In
dramatic power and abandon the result
of months of conscientious study under
MIR. Kotzsohmar and Mr.. Chapman. Such
progress cannot but be enc ouraging TO
MIR. Chairman and to all friends OF the
Festival chorus, as it goes far towards in
surfing the success of the festival.
THE GEM.
The Pirates of Penzance was again pre-
sented last evening at the Gem tn eatre TO
a good-siyed audience, and in very cred
itable manner.
Miss Elsie Currier has sweet voice
and sung in true pitch, and rousing
encore was demanded of one of her num-
bers. Mr.. McDevit5 sang the music OF
Frederick in superior manner and MS
voice is musical and sympathetic. MI
Edwards displayed heavy baritone and
looked the character of the Pirate King.
while Miss Lea Reinonde made an excel
lent Ruth and sang her I&rt well. Mr.
Dodd and Mr.. Callahan were acceptable
and scored several hits.
Chimes of Normandy will be given to-
day and tomorrow, and tickets are on
sale at the office of the Casco Bay COM
pany, Custom house wEafr.
RIvERTON PARK.
Two mere large audiences enjoyed Xiv
erton and the New York Specially conf
pany Tuesday afternoon and evening.
Nine. Goerka and Mons. Cocoejo received
the Same reception that was given them
Monday. Their ability is of a rare quail
ty and it is seldom that such artists grace
the stage of summer theatre with their
presence and attachments.
Adolph Adams is making decided
hit with his representations. His marvel
Gus transformations are made with wigs,
boards and facial expression and the
lightning speed with which he chan ges
from Parkhurst to Bismarck Is in
deed wonderful.
The remainder of the talent seen this
week is far above the average.
On Saturday, the 18th inst, the Fa.
dettes will appear for the last time this
season at the para. In Difference to the
wishes of their many friends they Will
plny request programme, ana cor
dial invitation is extended to all to send
to Mrs. Nichols at the park, not later
than Thursday afternoon, requests for
such selections as they may desire to hear,
and all possible will be complied with.
NOTE.
Mr.. BARLEY McCullum. has abandoned
the idea of taking the Portland theatre
this winter, although for awhile it
looked as if it would fall to his manage
ment. He will leave for New York on
Saturday next
Miss Isle Leigh will leave today for
Philadelphia accompanied by her aunt.
Mr., Edward Pillsbury of Haverhill,
Mass, is the guest of his brother, PATROL
man Frank /. Pillsbury, May street.