The times., 1899-04-14

by her and won hearty applause. As an
impersonation the work OF Nine. Nordica
is also good. She makes Elsa 4 woman
serene in her knowledge of the right and
yet so thoroughly human that her diso-
bedience of Lohengrin's request seems to
point moral as important as il its place
in the theme Of the offering.
Jean de Reszke's tones are, as ever.
most pleasing in the lower register. Thor
oughly melodious, soft and well modulated,
quite without the harshness and gutteral
quality Of the average French tenor, and
fauitless in the handling, VI. de Reszkes
voice is source OF unfeigned delight. The
singers technique is literally perfect his
phrasing admirable. and his method be-
yond criticism. The role of .'Lohengrin''
demands no great display OF histrionic
ability, but such as is required was ade-
quateiy supplied in the portrayal. which is
consistent and Intelligent. Edouarde de
Reszke is still seen and heard as the King
his impersonation. like that of his brother
being too familiar TO necessitate extended
mention. His robust baritone possesses all
its old purity and strength. exhibits con-
siderable qualities of resonance and vi
branee, and displays feeling rather unus-
ual NJ. de Reszke's characterization is
not less adequate than when last seen here.
David Bispham's Friedrich is perhaps
most remarkable a wonderful piece OF
acting. though the performer contributes
two fine solos in the second act OF the
opera and is heard to advantage all
through. But Mr.. Bispham's portrait OF
the Mephistophelian being who is. Mac
beth-like, played upon by his wife Is de-
serving OF the fullest praise. Often repel-
/ liant in its intensity and fendishness the
singers Friedrich Is still man to be
pitied. Mr.. Bispham scores his points by
| means OF subtlety and suggestion rather
than through grossness and utter realiza-
tion. His performance is. all in all. most
creditable from every view point and was
fit portion of great ensemble.
| The little to be done by the Herald and
hardly more to be sung was well done and
well sung by Lempriere Pringle. whose
notes are commanding and ringing but yet
have tenderness and quality OF a pleasing
nature. Mr. Pringle's work could hardly
be improved upon.
The chorus numbers about fifty people
1t shows the absolute lack of stage train
| ing invariable and yet not necessary 10
those seen in grand opera. Several really
capable singers are numbered in this en-
semble, however and all really work with
! spirit. Vocally. the chorus may be som-
mended without stint. IL Is well clothed
, and makes a good appearance. though
many slight defects In the unity of its
movements might easily be corrected.
Ine scenery used IN the production is
adequate II not elaborate No complicated
mechanical effects are brought into requisi-
tion and nothing surprisingly massive or
| especially beautiful in the way of settings
/ is shown. House canvas is used in two
or three instances. but the Illusion is gen.
orally maintained and occasionally some
| thing really out OF the ordinary is done.
as in the sunrise of the second act. The
properties and general accessories are all
| that could be required.
, Summed up again, the performance is
really a marvellous one. Nothing ha so
creditable has been brought here Of re-
| cent years, and the impression made last
night will probably complete the ineen-
tive to operagoing needful to success 5ful
season here. The ghost mentioned had
reason for his visit to the Grand last
night and the audience was similarly en-
! dowed.
| The Grau Company will be heard in La
! Traviata'' this evening. with Mines. Sem
brich and Bauermeister Miss Roudez,
Signors Campanari and vanni. NJ. Meux,
1 Mr. Cernusco. Mr.. Pringle, and NJ. Salig
mac in the cast. The rendering will be in
Italian, and the orchestra is to be under
the direction of Signor Mancinelli.