Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-24
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COLUMBIA THEATER.-'The Circus
Girl bright and breezy, was put on at the
Columbia Theater last night by Mr. Daiy's
company, change from 1.-THE Geisha' be-
Ing made for the evening. THE Girr'
brings out the full strength of the or
ganization and is better done than Its trav-
cling Japanese companion piece. THE Cir
Gus Girl was seen in Washington last
year, when it made many friends. The re-
suit of this was a crowded house last night.
The pretty musical comedy abounds in
catchy bits of song and chorus and Is one
OF the best of English productions brought
to the United States. The environment Of
the circus makes possible the Introduction
OF number of odd characters. who are
amusing and interesting in their careers
during two very lively acts. Some members
Of the English aristocracy are also brought
into the general miX-up, which is finally
Strengthened out In the usual satisfactory
manner. The interest of last nights au-
dfence was in the casting of the various
members member, of The Geisha', company In The
circus Girl The leading comedy part,
that of "Biggs," the tiny English waiter,
who accepts the challenge of the Terrible
Turk that he may win 200 and the hand
Of Lucille, the slack-wire walker, was given
to Charles Dandy. While provoking numer-
Gus laughs, Mr.. Dandy does not get all that
Is possible out of his opportunities. Mr.
Ihomas Ricketts, was Sir THU Wemyss, a
role In which he Is excellent. 1t is his par
ticular work, and he takes no part in the
other productions Of the organization. Mr.
frederick, who has made quite a hit as the
marquis In The Geisha,' does the same
high-class work in 1.-The Circus Girl" as the
proprietor of the show. Bert Thayer, Ar
thur Stanford and Taylor Williams all have
good parts On the feminine side was Miss
Aiexta Bassian as La Favorita," Miss
Bliss as Lucille, and Miss Minnie Ashley
WemvSS no srtr wi
is fascinated by the glitter of the ring and
learns to love the cannon king" who is no
circus man at all, but proves to be men,
and graceful, coming fully up to the re-
quirements Of her part. 1.-THE Geisha" will
be given tonight and tomorrow matinee
with the Circus Girl billed for tomor-
row night.
THE PENNSYtCONCERT.- Followers of
Pennsy's red and blue, as well as admirers
OF the other big universities, are preparing
TO give the combined musical clubs of the
U. of P. rousfng reception on the occa-
sion OF their concert in this city, which
Will be given tomorrow evening in the Uni
Versal1st Church, corner of 13ln and l.
streets northwest 1t has been many years
since Pennsy has visited Washington. Up
to within few years ago the famous Mask
and Wig Club always gave an annual per-
formance In the capital city, and the popu-
larity of these clever college men was al
ways dtteSleu pS lHelT nearly reception
here. Many of the gEee club men are mem
bers of the Mask and Wig, and the leading
lights in this organization are responsible
for many of the new songs and much
of the catchy music INCLUDED in this sea-
sons repertoire of the musical clubs The
University Of Pennsylvania Is famous for
her superior athletic teams. The men who
compose these have become noted to all
lovers of physical strength for Drawn, skill
and muscle. Several Of Pennsy's most
famous athletes are identified with the glee
this year. The leader of the Banjo Club,
Joseph Garrett Hickey, has wide reputa-
ton as soloist George Fletcher Snyder
has charge of the Mandolin Club of seven
teen pieces. Both clubs are under the d.
rection of Mr.. Paul Emo, the well-known
1nstrumentalist. Prof. Lacy Baker, one of
Philadelphia's finest organists and choir
masters has directed the Glee Club. Many
ladies prominent in Washington society are
on the list Of patronesses, assuring success
for the Washington concert.