Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-09-30

claims of Mr. Wolfe ana his company. OF
the many times that this actor has appear
ed In Washington he will probably be re-
called more distinctly to mind for his very
intelligent and forceful Interpretation Of
the role of Paul Kavar." in which he ap-
peared at the National Theater in 1892, and
by his work in that role impressed himself
most favorably upon our theater goers as
an actor whose talents could not be denied
As the twin brothers Del Franchf' in Du-
mas fascinating romance. THE Corsican
Brothers," with its contrasting passions OF
love, hate and revenge, Mr.. Wolfe has dur
ing the past four years met with degree
of success and praise throughout the coun-
try that has aided in reviving public in
terest in the romantic drama, conceded1y
the best form of theatrical entertainment
Nature and education have fitted this
young actor for the parts he has selected
to appear in, and long experience on the
stage, with close study OF all the character
| istics Of the parts he plays, has given him
firm grasp on them, and being personally
| man of strong convictions. he gives to
the roles original personality that
makes them almost new. Mr.. Wolfe will,
during the week, be supported by an excel
| lent company, among them being Miss Cor
r1nne Parker, young Washington actress
who has won considerable prominence in
her chosen profession, and who, as men,
Der of the late Augustin Days company,
and this season as leading lady for Mr.
Wolfe. has distinguished herself for care
full and intelligent Interpretation OF the
role intrusted to her. All Of the plays dur
ing the week will be provided with new
and correct scenery, and will be properly
costumed and presented with finish that
will give every detail its proper attention
The program for the week will be: THE
Corsican Brothers on Monday, Tuesday
Thursday and Saturday nights; David
Garrick'' at the Wednesday matinee and
on Friday night, and Hamlet Wednesday
night and Saturday matinee For the ben
eft of visitors to the city awaiting the ar
rival of Admiral Dewey at night, special
matinee for Monday afternoon has been
arranged when 1.-The Corsican Brothers"
will be the BILL
ACADEMY OF MUsIC.-One of the most
the Academy will be the appearance of
Rose Coghlan, in THE White Heather"
Next week the popular actress will there be
seen as Lady Janet, par, in which she
York and other cities. 1t affords her many
opportunities to display her known ability.
and is one of the best pieces Of acting to
be found on the stage today. The support
a number of wel1-known and capable ac-
tors and actresses. The White Heather
is an English melodrama which has had
long and successful runs at the Drury
the Academy Of Music in New
York. The management have pro-
vided scenic outfit worthy Of the play,
and at an expense of $4,000. The chief
Battersea Park, a grand ball, and duel
with knives between two divers at the bot
tom Of the sea. THE White Heather" is a
fine play cleverly acted and magnificent,y
staged.
NEW GRAND.-For Dewey week, begin
ming next Monday matinee. the New
vaudeville promises to surpass even the
present weeks bill. which won unqualified
and highest praise Of all the dramatic
as the chief attraction would seem sufficient
warrant for any enthusiastic assertion in
Washington. where her popularity has
never diminished. Since her first conquest
Erminie Miss Hall has passed from sue
cess to success. and her good name has
been no less an attraction than her beauti-
full and charming personally. THE Queen
Of Comic Opera" as she Is called, will ap-
pear in a series Of roles, ranging from
grand dame to page. Banks Winter. the
writer and singer Of white Wings"
which was so popular that after time 1t
was painful to hear it. is the second head
liner. He will present for the first time
at the New Grand his daughter Mona. af-
fectionately called 1.-The Little Alabama
Rosebud by those who know the pretty
miss and her demure ways. Together they
appear in a comedy fancy called Cousin
Edwin" Coakley and Huested are billed
smartest dog on earth. Their act is called
Something New Under the Sum-" and. at
any rate. 1t is laughable and reputable
Swan and O'Day. the third on the forth
sketch Of the fanciful order Paxton and
Jerome will also produce their illustrated
songs here. This will be a distinct novelty,
as the descriptive singer is a woman of fine
vocal ability. Martinetti and Grossi, the
French novelty artists, will perform their
melange of melody and mirth which made
them first liners" in music halls across
the water. Fox and "Foxie," the latter a
canine Of an intelligence almost human
will conclude the bill. This is a program
hitting every variety of taste, and one well
worthy of the New Grand and the nations
ideal warrior Because of the outdoor cele-
brations, the performance Monday evening
will not commence until o'clock and the
Tuesday matinee will begin at pm.
LYCEUM THEATER.-At the Lyceum
TEeater, next week, the attraction will be
the famous Weber's Partisan Widows"
high-class vaudeville and buresdue com
pany, satirizing the popular hits of the day.
1t has been l.. Lawrence Weber's aim to
produce clean-cut, refined comedy bur-
lesque company, and that he has succeeded
admirably will be seen in the character Of
his vaudeville acts, headed by the Manhat-
tan Comedy Four. the kings of comedy and
song. in their original absurdity It's Nod
tain Casey" Next to follow is Anna Suits
and company in the Dream of the Cake
Walk novelty in every detail. carrying
a complete set of beautiful scenery; also
PipdutlhS tIe lhuSlOH, the LIVING
Posters" Bert Howard and Leona Bland,
the RUDE and the Kid, give an excellent
act; Mr. Howard's limitations on the piano,
showing him in rag time, the best piano
comedian before the public. Leona Bland,
a soubrette Of no mean ability, portrays a
baby character with dances and songs that
Is very clever. Hayes and Bandy, Ameri-
cas- greatest novelty dancers in a new
idea; Anderson and Engleton, travesty
stars; Russell and Tillyne, eccentric aero
batic sketch artists, and Ruby Marion,
solo cornetist. completes the olio. "A Tin
Wedding" a musical burletta in one act,
concludes the performance. There will be
three performances daily-matinee at 2:15
pm, evening at S:15 and midnight.
THE BIJOU THEATER-Chief among
the many excellent features that will be
found on the program at the Bijou next
week will be Delmore and Lee, the Euro
pean novelty artists. in a sensational act
introducing their remarkable breakaway
revolving ladder, on which they perform
the most daring feats while dangling TWEEN
ty-four feet in the air. Jess Dandy. the
famous Hebrew character comedian. will
present his side-splitting budget Of Hebrew
songs and gags Others to appear are
Ellsworth and Burt, in their latest sue
cessful concoction Of mirth. entitled DO
nestle Pets" West and Williams. who will
deliver their stock of good songs and funny
stories; the Brothers Whitney. presenting
q number of pleasing selections on as many
novel Instruments and the Biiou Stock