The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1903-11-21
Music and Drama
At the Crawford.
Coming Attractions for
Wichita Amusement Lovers.

At the Crawford.
IAN Irishman's Troubles" was present
ed to a large audience at the Crawford
last night
The play. being one full of fun and with
the introduction of a full line of their
best specialties was one of the best
comedy-dramas presented here by rep
ertoire company. The dissolving views,
something new in the line of moving pic
lures, was highly appreciated by all who
witnessed this performance. Tonight,
20 Moores Courtship."
In regard 10 the singing Of Mrs. Grace
Whistler Misick, who is to be the soloist
a the grand concert given by the Apollo
club on December .. the following articles
speak for themselves:
Bulletin of the Illinois Music Teachers
Association: Mrs. Misick is a contralto,
decidedly above the average. She has had
experience as a singer. and this, COM
bined with intelligent musicianship, makes
her a reliable as well as pleasing artist.
Her most important number was an aria
La Mort de Jeanne dare by Bemberg."
Chicago Daily News: The Apollo club
was particularly fortunate in its choice
of soloists for last evening. Mrs. Grace
Whistler AIisick, the contralto. sang with
entire credit to herself and to the salts
faction and enjoyment of her hearers.
Her work was sincere and dignifed.'
The Chicago American: 'Grace Whittier
Misick has a contralto voice Of service
ability and personality which carries dis
~lea he will oil
enunciation and a regard for intonation
which is pleasure. when consideration is
taken OF the inability of the average con-
cert vocalist to keep the pitch
SIGNOR FABIANI
Signor Fabinni, the celebrated solo
harpist from the European courts, will
give his concert at the era wford opera
house next Tuesday evening, November
"a which it is said will be one # The
finest musical events of the season. There
is no question Of his reception every
where as his delightful music is irresis-
table. There is about his playing warmth
of feeling that makes one forget the in
strument.
1t becomes almost part Of himself. It
not only demonstrates the possibilities of
the harp. but the high and artistic COM
bination of tone and technique he has
shown possible Of achievement
Signor Fabiani is one of the foremost
harp soloists of the world, as well as
composer of music for this popular in
strument, his compositions being well
known by every player of prominence in
this country and abroad. He has appear
ed in nearly all the prominent Eastern
cities, and everywhere he has been heard
his playing created the most unbounded
enthusiasm. Some Of the most cultured
and fashionable audiences in the metro
politan cities have been held spellbound
by his wonderful tone and execution, the
greatest surprise being evinced by the
ease with which he performs the most
difficult solos possible. Not to speak of
Signor Fabianrs great technique, which
enables him to overcome all intricacies
and massive mechanical difficulties with
ease. his whole style OF Interpretation re-
veals a spark OF that genius that may be
possessed. but cannot be acquired.
Signor Fabiani will be assisted in his
concert here by eminent talent. The ex-
change of certificates for seat tickets will
begin this morning at Howe's Jewelry
viii follow
Down Mobile" Lincoln ]. Carriers
strong melodrama, viii be seen at the
Crawford on Monday, November %. The
piece is a reflex OF the characters, scenes
and incidents indigenous of the southern
part of Alabama Pathos. humor and
Wit follow each other throughout the
play Among the most novel and strik
irg scenes may be mentioned a rural
scene showing the home Of Josephine
Ldgerly. the heroine; the negro quarters
Of the old plantation. the famous Dismal
Swamp. and the burning of the old cot
ton mill in the last act. the most realistic
h;e effect ever seen on the stage. The
cast is said to be par excellent and play
their various roles with intelligence. force
ana much dramatic power.
Bear in mind the big revival of The
Two Orphans that is to be made here
Wednesday. November .. and that 100
free seats viii be given away to the
first purchasers of tickets. The seat sale
VIII open Monday at Howes Jewelry
Store.
HOYTS, a BUNCH OF KEYS.
Fun viii reign supreme at the Craw-
ford on Thanksgiving matinee and night.
Thursday. November 26. when Gus Both
ners Goth century comedians will pre-
sent Chas H. Hoyt's hrst srest success.
A Bunch Of Keys in n brand new dress.
1903 model and geared up to 100. Every
thing this season is said 10 be absolutely
new except the name. The songs. dane
ins. and specialties are all new. bright
ara sparkling as the rosy morn and
Mana ger Bothne- with his little hatchet
and grUbbing hoe has literally obliterated
the chestnut tree Bevy Of pretty
slIs, without which no Hoyt play would
Ee complete. are sure 10 be ike par
OF gloves. -on hand. and az enjoyau4e
evening IS assured.
Miss Marie Wainwrisht. In her forth
coming rendition Of Twelfth Night" TO