Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-03-14

tell him he will have to do hard work, but
ask him if he feels that he can act, II he
feels that the stage is congenial and If he
has convinced himself that he can get ex-
preston and development to what Is in him
better there than elsewhere, and If he an
swers me in the affirmative, tell him to
go ahead. And 1 may say while on this
subject that right now there is an inviting
and lucrative field for young actors of
talent. A handsome, intelligent and effect
i've leading man can command his own sal
airy, and in all the other lines of the pro-
fession, juveniles, heavies, characters, ETC.,
the supply is not equal to the demand. The
Broadway managers are continually in sore
straits to get complete and satisfac tory
cast for big production. The ambitious
and self-respecting young actor of today
occupies higher and better social and
business position than ever before
THE STORY OF A PLAYA Mes
sage From Mars" was written In this
country by an American, Richard Gan
thony. and offered, without success, to
several American managers. He then took
1t to London and submitted it to Mr.. Haw-
trey, who, though recognizing that 1t con-
tanned many merits, thought it's manner
was far too meledramatic. Two years
later. changed into almost its present COM
edy form, 1t was reSubmitted to Mr. HaW-
trey and then accepted, though not with
out serious niSgivngs. The manager felt
that because of the remarkably unconven-
tionai story and the extreme simplicity of
its development the play would prove 70
be either great success or a fiat failure.
No middle result seemed possible The re-
freShing novelty of the piece secured for 1t
an instantaneous hit"
A DIVERSION NOT IN THE BILL.-At
one Of the theaters where Eugene
Blair lately played the leader of the or
chestra was an old friend and jester
During the second act Of 'Zaza" an itin-
Grant band plays THE Funeral March of
lay outside her window. Filled with
superstitious apprehension, she throws
open the window. filings them money and
bids them stop" For this music several
of the resident orchestra come on the
stage and play near the window, whence
they are visible to Zaza when she filings
1t open. At the last performance the or
chestra did not arrive at the usual time,
and the stage manager hurriedly sent for
them and they replied They would be
there on time" At the last moment they
appeared. Several were in rags and tat
tiers. others were clad in old uniforms,
some had their heads bound up, another
crowd OF unfortunates having hard time
and out at elbows generally Too late to
order them down to resume their usual
clothes. for the cue had been given for the
melody, the stage manager held his breath,
though shaking with laughter, apprehen-
sive Of the result. When Miss Blair threw
open the window and perceived the motley
crew she burst into uncomfortable laugh
ter, which the band drowned with blare
Of instruments. but it was considerable
time before she could sufficiently restrain
her mirth to turn and again face the au-
dience.
A LUCKY FEMININE ATHLETE
Cha rnpiof1 fo he mir
week. has been a peculiarly fortunate per-
former. Her act is one which could, no
doubt. belduplicated by many other athletes,
and the Idea of disrobing in midair is one
which is very familiar to every one who has
gone to the circus and seen the man climb
up on the tight wire and gradually divest
himself f a crystals Of street clothing and
emerge g. gorgeous, spangled butterfly OF
the arena, but Charmion hit upon happy
combination, and with just dash Of per-
sonality has managed to hold her popu-
larity. Her appearance in this city some
years ago was the occasion of mingled ap-
plause and resentment, for her act Is I'M
questionably an audacious one and suitable
only to audiences which are not accustomed
to resent entertainments on CONVENTIONAL
ties. Charmion Is one of the high-priced
performers, and speaks of herself as one OF
the luckiest people on the stage. In dictat-
Ing her terms, she invariably offers to be-
come partner in the enterprise and assume
her share of risks, and she declares that
she has never made losing bargain in this
way. no matter what the time of year or
the theater.
A few weeks ago Charmion expressed a.
desire to meet male boxer in limited
sparring match, and stipulated that the
bout should be a strictly private affair.
Terry McGovern heard of Charmion's de-
sire, and said he would be glad to accom-
modate the young woman, stating that he
would quickly convince her that no woman
could for a moment stand up in a boxing
contest with man. The two met in
private, and Charmion not only demon
strated that she is remarkably clever with
her hands, but she made the redoubtable
Terry exert his best efforts as boxer.
THE GALLAND REPERTORY.-Next
week the five scene painters engaged by
Mr.. Luckett to prepare the settings of the
Galland repertoire commence their work
A change has been made in the selection Of
the plays. it having been found undesirable
to put on 1.-THE Pride Of Jennico," owing
to numerous difficulties encountered in Sc
curing the play from its controllers "Jen-
nico' was originally selected on account of
Miss Galand's association with the part
of Ottilie, but rather than cope with the
various intricate formalities to be COM
piled with 1t has been nd determined to open
DIAL" This delightful old comedy should
prove an immense attraction, as it has not
been seen in this city for some seasons.
The role of Lady Teazle Is most charming
and for many years has been a favorite
one with all the great actresses. Among
those last appearing in it were Julia Mar
lowe and Ada Rehan, the latter perhaps
the most noted Of all Lady TeaZleS of re-
cent years.
The second week Of the Galland engage
ment win witness a presentation of "Ro-
meo and Juliet surpassed by none. while
the third week Macbeth Is to be the bill.
The following play will be a new one,
which will receive its first production on
any stage at the Columbia Theater. This
play IL entitled Lady Barbarity.'' dra-
matized version Of the novel by that name
SUMMER OPERA SEAsON.-Mr. Chase
settled this week several important ques-
tons relating to the spring and summer
season of comic and grand opera, which
will be commenced April 20 next. He has
decided that the advance sale and reserva-
ton Of locations shall not be opened before
April IS, the week preceding the commence
ment, and he has also completed the order
and precedence In which the productions