Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-01-06
ADJUSTMENTS.

where, and they are loyal lot, too, never
missing an opportunity to revel in the
grand heavy music of their favorite. Last
night an opportunity was presented, rare
opportunity indeed to Washngtonians, to
hear one of the most popular operas Of
the German school. A cast of national re-
nown, and the accepted leader of Wag-
merriam music in this country Mr.. Walter
Damrosch in the directors chair, were par
ucuarly strong drawing cards. Frau Cad
ski was given a warm welcome by her host
of admirers in the audience, while Herr
Dlppel of the Grau Opera Company, a new
conner in this city and country, soon estab-
tshed himself an admired favorte by his
mastery singing of the role of Tannhauser.
In the audience last night there were
those who had followed Wagner for many
years, and who were thoroughly CONVEX
SAINT with his work. They were in the ma
Jority, in fact, for to thoroughly appreciate
the work from first to last one must have
studied the master and motive. 1t was,
therefore. an appreciative audience and
more enthusiastic than is usual during a
season of grand opera. The wonderfully
strong, magnificent choruses brought out
the WarmeSt applause, while the difficult
solos and concerted numbers We're also re-
ceived with much enthusiasm. Curtain
calls We're repea tedly given at the conclu-
sion of each act So great was the enthu-
siasm after the finale that Mr.. Damrosch
made bow from the stage, standing be-
tween Herren DIPPED and Stehmann. There
We're loud calls for "Gadski," but the prima
donna d1d not make an appearance. Her
work throughout the performance was of
the high order characterizing the German
renditions which have made her famous in
two hemispheres.
When Mr.. Damrosch made his appear
a1ce in the midst of the orchestra he was
loudly applauded. After bowling his ac-
acknowledgements he took up his baton, and
the magnificent overture was begun. The
lon CHI l,ie-
pick score by conducting from a closed
book. The overture was grandy rendered,
and was one of the feasts of the evening.
Aside from this and the work of the prin-
cipals, the singing of the male chorus was
worthy of the greatest praise that could be
bestowed. The weghty chorus music
poured from them in rich volume. and gave
a background worthy the brilliant people of
the cast.
Gadski sang Elizabeth, her great voice.
SO aptly fitted to the rendition of the full
round German notes of the opera, ringing
at times with joy ard again filled with
tears, making her Interpretation all that
could be desired from the most eXacting of
the Wagnerian enthusiasts. Gadski enters
into her part with life, and expresses the
emotions in exquisite, varying tones. She
she has become a part and parcel of the
opera as produced in this country. She has
often been heard in Washington, and with
each succeeding appearance adds to her
laurels already won and worn with grace.
DIPPED made most favorable impression,
singing Tannhauser with expression and
richness of tone-coloring seldom heard from
a German tenor. The harsh, rough lines
under the manipulation Of Dppel's musical
throat powers became beautiful. bounding
tones. sweet and clear. Possessed of a
strong voice and fine dramatic talent. he
became an ideal Tannhauser to many. and
the approval of his work came in unstinted
applause. His acting. like that of Gadski
is of a high order. DIPPED was compared
by many to Kraus, who is strong favorite
in the role with all Washington musicians.
The decision was favorable in every in
stance. FOR while DIPPED is not so robust as
his predecessor in the part. he neverthe-
less has a voice of equal strength and purity
of tone.
Pringe, a member of the Grau Opera
Company, who was brought to Washington
on short notice. sang Landgrave with rare
vocal power and strength of action. Steh-
mann, who was to have been heard in the
part. sang Wolfram, replacing Stury, who
is i'll. These. with Mattfeld, who sang the
Shepherd in a rather thin voice, formed
the principal framework of the opera. 9th
ers in the cast We're Brandes, Van Hoose,
Rains. Cass and Lehman. The opera was
well staged, with appropriate scenery and
costumes. The entire performance was
marked by smoothness and precision, and
was one OF the most brilliant of the OPP
cratic season in every respect. Damrosch
directed in his usual excellent style. having
the orchestra under complete control, and
securing through them a wonderful and
impressive Interpretation of the varying
phases of the score.
The boxes We're brilliant last night, every
one being filled with well-knoWn society
folks attired in exquisite gowns and wear
ing an elaborate display of jewels Among
those occupying boxes as hosts and guests
were: Representative and Mrs. Sprague,
Mrs. Wallach the Misses Wallach and
Capt. j. c. Gilmore, Mrs. Westinghouse
and family party, Senator and Mrs. lodge
and family, Commander and Mrs. Clover
and the Misses Sartoris, Mr.. and Mrs.
James NJ. Johnston, Mrs. Audenreid and
Mr.. and Mrs. Crawford Black of Baltimore,
Mrs. Stilson Hutchins and Baron Reid and
Prince Troubetzkoy, DR. and Mrs McDon-
aid, Mr.. and Mrs. William Henderson
Moses, Mr.. and Mrs HaZeltine, Miss Wood
hull, Miss Edith Davidge and Mr.. Walter
Davidge jr., Mr. and Mrs. Henry May and
Miss Blanche Emory, Senator and Mrs. Nc
MILAN, Mrs. and Miss Williams, Mrs. Rich
ard Henry Savage, Representative and
Mrs Hit and Mrs. Boardman, the Misses
Pauncefote, Miss Ward, Capt McCawley
and Mr.. Tower.
Tonight two exceedingly clever and popu-
lar operas will be given, the whole of Mas
cagni's "Cavalleria Rusticana" being sung
in Italian, while the first two acts of BiZets
Carmen" will also be rendered, both casts
being of exceptional brilliance, as follows:
"Cavalleria Rusticana" Gn Itaian)-San-
tuzza, Chalia; Lola, hatfield; Lucia, Van
Cauteren; Turiddu Pandolfini; Alto, Ben
saude Conductor, Fried
Carmen, acts L and IL Nn FRENCH
Carmen, De Lussan; Micaela, Toronto:
Frasquita, hatfield: Mercedes, Van eau
teren; Don Jose, Pandolfini; Escamillo
Bensaude; Zuniga, Viviani: Dancario, Steh-
mann; Remendado, Del Sol; Morales, Cass.
Conductor, Fried.
SAW FRANCIS WILSON.-President and
Mrs Mckinley occupied box at the Grand
Opera House last night witnessing Francis
Wilson's presentation of THE Little Cor
poral.' They We're accompanied by sew
eral guests. Nine. Melba and several men,
bers of the Ellis Opera Company also occu-
pied box and seemed to enjoy the opera
very much.
TOTAL OF TWENTY-EIGHT.