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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05

Vile has secured this fncompara BILE
Carmen for a limited tour next season.
But 70 continue-the next week with
fourteen league boots vaudeville jumps
20 the other extreme Of the world, and
presents to public view an incompre-
hensible attraction as aga will prove
to be. Although vaudeville. as distin-
guished from variety. is Of but a few
years experience, and although there
have been and are stu many astute or.
perhaps. aslnine theatrical managers. as
you please. who think that its life is
limited. there can be no doubt that long
life lies before a line Of amusement
possessing. as vaudeville does. such IN
limited capacity for producing varied
and dlverting attractions.
IL was Mr.. Chase. Of this city. who
said that vaudeville is to the regular
theater what the short-story. 10-cent
magazine is to tho heavier, higher-pric-
ed periodicals. If anyone doubts that
the cheaper publication has come 10
stay he has but 10 ask the nearest
newsdealer. and then he will learn Of
the constant increase that IS going on
in the circulation Of the i0-cent time
killing monthly
II was Mr. Chase. too. who distin-
guished polite vaudeville from vaude-
Vile by a term, borrowed from the
directory OF railroad excursion de-
scriptives. He says that polite vaude-
vile is personally conducted vaude-
ville.~ and by this he means that only
his closest personal attention to every
detail OF vaudeville. from hearing the
acts rehearsed to watching the audience
view them. comes under HIS own eye.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Had Made a Hit.
Louise Galloway One of the COlumbia's
Favorites.


IT is interesting 10 watch the audi
ences at the Columbia on certain even
ings and matinees Of the week. OF
course. Mr. Arden always meets with a
warm reception and Miss oliver IS also
a favorite with the patrons OF this thea
ter Mr. Levers has made himself very
strong. especially with tie girls and at
the matinees when the gentle sex is in
the majority his reception IS always
most cordial.
But Miss Galloway, who made her first
appearance with the company last week
in "A Gilded Fool became one Of the
strongest favorites of this popular or
ganization even before the first week
was over. and on her appearance at each
performance last week she was greeted
with loud bursts of applause This Is
something OF which Miss Galloway
should be very proud. as it is well
known that Washington audiences are,
as a rule cold and critical. and II Is
not an easy matter for a comparative
stranger to come here and gain so
many friends and admirers in such a
short time.
Her impersonation of Hope L6agham
In Soldiers OF Fortune was one OF the
most natural pieces of acting seen here
In a long time, and Miss Galloway will
always hold a warm spot I'm the hearts
of our theatergOCrs.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
About Dorothy Morton.
Wide Experience of Light Opera Prima
Donna

Although she has been a prominent
star in the theatrical armament for a
number OF years now, her ascent TO
that position was quite sudden. and
Dorothy Morton can look back only a
few years TO the time when she was
singing small parts in a rather obscure
operate organization In the West The
way she jumped to the top soon after
entering a theatrical career is most
interesting. and though she was an
ambitious girl, and had her arrows
aimed high. IL all came about in a very
sudden and unexpected manner.
She was singing in a stock operatic
organization in St. Louis, almost her
first engagement. and appeared to ad-
vantage in a number Of the older stand
ard operas. 1t was her rendition Of the
title role in the beautiful but neglected
opera Of Nell Gwynne" that she first
attracted the attention Of well-known
managers. and which brought upon her
a shower OF fattering offers that made
the beginning Of brilliant career.
One evening while she was playing
in ''Nanon.' a man who was recognized
as a cOnnoisseur came up 10 Manager
Conried and said. Look here. you have
u little girl in your company who can
sing a difficult opera that isn't often
given. Can you guess what IL is?"
Conried said he couldn't guess
she sings very well in all the operas,
he replied. and let II go at that.
Then the man suggested Nell
GTvyune." which required a singer OF
peculiar range and fiexibility. Acting
upon the suggestion. Manager Conried
produced the opera. and il was a great
success. Miss Morton speaks Of the
event in n rather modest and off-hand
way, but II was really the part that
gave her the first start that sent her
soaring to the heights of popularity
later on.
In It. I sang seven distinct roles. ''
she said. First. Nell Gwynne herself.
soubrette part; Nell in her orange
selling days; then a court lady in pow
der and patches; then a boy In knee
breeches: then an Irish cook: then an
old fortune teller, and after that. once
more Nell the orange girl. The beauty
OF that role was that is gave me an
opportunity of doing so many kinds Of
singing and acting, while no one char
acter called Tor very sustained work
On that account. perhaps. l managed 10
slip through easily, for before anyone
could really find much fault with me
in one part. I was on in another dia-
metricaHy opposed TO It."
However lightly as Miss Morton her
self considers the event. II was without
doubt the role that enabled her to dis
play her ability for the first time. and
led TO greater triumphs in such memoir
able productions as The Geisha.' The
Greek Slave" The Fencing Master.
and many others.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05

I believe that ultimately ROsmer and
Rebecca Will take their place with
Romeo and Juliet. Tristan and Isolde
and Eloise and Abelard as the supreme
figures Of tragic love in the dramatic
literature OF all ages. The more one
studies 'Rosmersholm' the frmer this
conviction becomes. And I haven't
doubt that Rebecca will ultimately
stand side by side in the classic roper
tory with Juliet II may not come 10
pass in our day. but IL viii come. for
the world does not possess a greater
tragedy OF expiatioE than this Of Re
becca. who. perfect Valera Messalina
In the beginning OF her life story. ulti-
mately Is purified through suffering and
Is dead TO every impulse save the desire
TO serve
After 'Rosmersholm' we NUS never
say again that Ibsen is not beautiful
It is the most heartrending thing 1 have
ever studied and still its pathcs is pure
beauty Mr.. Huneker has said that
Reoecca is the wickedest woman IN the
drama. Yes. But that phase has passed
and the eXpiation has begun before the
plav opens. Rebecca Gamvik is dead
and he new birth OF Rebecca West. as
the former adventures is known at the
Rosmersholm. is the theme OF the
tragedy"
1t may be remarked here that Ber-
nard Shaw In his "Quintessence OF H.
senisrn' constantly insists ul,on .tbe
vital part played in this drama by the
evolution OF the lower into the higher
love"
This fleeing epitome OF Rehecca
Vests spiritual rcbirth was given with
tremendous enthusiasm by Mrs Fisie
Hsre TO me is the most beautiful and
poetic part Of 'Rosmersholm. Rebecca
West has made her way-her calm. un-
faltering. ambitious. intrepid way
through seas OF blood. The green be-
comes zone red. She desires 10 possess
Rosmer. At last the way is clear. But
she must be wary. He Is a man of ex-
Quisite sensibility- She must advance
slowly. wait and be still And as shc
waits. slowly, gradually. the beauty OF
his character opens the little window
Of her soul CShe did not know she had
a soul) And as she waits and waits,
at last. for the first time in her life
love comes TO her. II IS we'll that ID
sen has not revealed TO US The Rebecca
West Of those days-the days OF nlurni-
nation and remorse- We could not have
endured the sight. IL is the ghost we
see when The curtain rises How can
we. in the presence Of this martyr OF
martyrs among all the stage women OF
sorrows. say again that Ibsen is with
out beauty and poetry
They say wOrse-that he is unneces-
sary," was suggested.
She answered in a strange, still tone:
So. I suppose, are the flowers unaec-
essary."
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Lafayette-aThe wedding pay."

The Wedding Day" the romantic
comic opera by Stanislaus STANCE and
Julian Edwards. which formed a most
successful starring vehicle for Lillian
Russell, Della Fox, and Jeff D'Angelis
a few years ago. viii be the next pre-
sentation by the Aborn fo-ces. opening
tomorrow matinee at the Lafayette
Opera House.
Heading the cast viii be Miss Dorothy
Morton. whose pre-eminence here as a
prima donna Is undisputed. as evidenced
IN her last appearance here last summer
in the AbOrn presentations Of Fra Diav-
olo" and la Mascotte" No greater
favorite could be selected. and certainly
none better suited 10 the role Of Lucille
D'Herblet, formerly played by Lillian
Russell.
A comedian closely after D'AngeIis'
own peculiar style-William Blaisdeli-
viii be seen in the principal comedy role
Of Polycop, the baker who, on his we'd
ding day, becomes separated from his
bride, and mas all kinds of trouble be-
fore he can resume his honeymoon. be
cause Of the stirring events incident to
the Frondist rebellion. Ffis opportunities
for highly laushabie comedy work are
unbounded. and Mr.. Blaisdell makes the
Another comedian. 10 welcome whom
all thcatergoers will be delighted. Is
Frank Wooley. who was seen TO great
advantage last year in the Aborn pre-
sensations of THE Serenade" (as the
love-sick taiIor) Fra Diavolo" Gas
BepPo). and in la Mascotte" las
Rocco.
Clara Lavine, who was n prominent
feature in Charles II. Yale's production
Of The Evil Eye" will be cast for the
part Of Rose Marie, Polycop's dainty 1T
tie French bride. formerly played by
Della Fox.
other members Of the cast will be
Joseph w. Smith. the lyric tenor, who
has appeared here I'm other Aborn operas.
and who Will sing the part Of the roman
tic young soldier RaOul; Title Sallinger.
the Australian prima donna, as Nine.
De Montbazon; John J. Rafael, the
noted basso, as the gay old Due de
Bouillon: Daisy Deane as Aunt Hor-
tense +. w. Shea, II. w. White. n b.
Eeene, ana Harry Torrington.
The wedding Day" was originally
produced at a large expense in order 10
make memorable the tristan combina-
ton Of Lillian Russell. JEFF D'Angelis,
and Della Fox. The entire original
equipment Of scenery. costumes. and
effects has been purchased by the
Nesars. Aborn.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Pains Big Show.
Pageant of Last Days of Pompeii"
Opens Tomorrow.

Opens Tomorrow.
Many persons would not understand
the exhibited grandeur and magnih-
cence Of the historical spectacle Of the
Last Days OF Pompeii." unless they
were assisted by a plain statement of
what the grand productioi. really Is
The life and habits Of the early Romans
are the material events upon which
the plot and story is built. and truth
fully to depict all Incidents. street
scenes, court revelries, midnight orgies,
fetes. festivals. ceremonies, combats.
giadiatorial contests. loves, hates, con-
spiracies. tragic results. passions. lives.
pursuits, pleasures and occupations OF
the heather, barbaric, and Christian
people. all inhabitants OF Pompeii in
those days. has required no enc OF labor
The scenes are laid In Pompe'i nearly
2.cO0 years ago. The triumphzi process
sions and pa geants are reproduced. The
great feats and combats of The arena
are all realistically shown. The Bac-
chanalian orgies and feats in which the
wild, reckless prodigality and wealth OF
tho Romans are clearly set forth. Fully
200 women are seen at one tine in the
large ballet. one living line OF animated
motion extending entirely across the
stage. $50 feet in length The imperial
palace of the emperors. the streets. tenn
pies. gates. monuments. citadels. fort
resses. battlements. prisons. and other
interesting objects are all portrayed. the
whole requiring 1--WE acres Of canvas
ana material The eruption OF Vesuvius
and destruction of the city succeed the
ballets and holiday assembiages and fes-
tails OF the ancient city, and are made
the occasion Of a grand. tumultuous
event IN which the pOpulace is seen flee
ing in terror.
Following this thrilling episode from
ancient history and colossal realism Of
destruction will be seen one OF Pains
eye feasts Of the latest devices and de-
signs in pyrgtechnical display
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Garland and Herne.
How the Author Doomed the Actor
DramatiSt.

Apropos OF Hamlin Garland's new
story of the stage. The Light OF the
star" il is interesting 70 know how he
became acquainted with James A
Herne. the actor and playwright. II
was in 1883.
Herne was then living in Dorchester,
Mass. and working on Margaret
Fleming and shore Acres" He was
at that time playing in Drifting
Apart. but had lost money.
Each play he wrote was better than
the last. but he could not make them
pay financially. one day Mr.. Herne.
Nh. Garland. and Sylvester Baxter
were Iunching with Mr.. HOweils, who
Was deeply interested in Herne's work.
During n discussion Of Herne's at
tempts 10 get his play produced. Mr..
Howells said;
Why don't you hire loft and give
Margaret Fleming. and see what
comes Of II? That is what Antoine did.
and Suderman and his little baad had
a similar experience in the movement
over there known as the Freie
Buehne.
The suggestion fired the ardor of the
little company Hcrne hired a hall
seating 400. and fitted il up. Mr.. Car
land took charge Of the press matter,
OF the tickets. etc, and managed TO set
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
OPICS OF THE STAGE AS VIEWED In WASHINGTON

American view of SUCH performances.
All last suumer long Aga took her
aerial flights from the Princess Roof
Gardens. managed by Oscar Hammer
stein, and 1t must he confessed that,
Notwithstanding the fullest Opportun-
ity for Investigation. the secret OF
Aga's existence remains as great a
mysteryfas ever to the wise people OF
the metropolis
The next to attract attention will be
Mr.. and Mrs. Sidney Drew, presenting
the international farctcal success.
when Two Hearts Are Won" Mr..
Drew is a brother of John Drew and
co-inheritor of the Drew family dra-
matte talent. He had attained high
rank in legitimate comedy before enter
ing vaudeville. and in his present
sphere stands quite alone. Mrs. Drew
affords him artistic and agreeable sup
port. and in their latest sketch both
have parts that show them at their
best.
The Empire City Quartette is the
next card. and these four singers not
only rank high as vocalists. but the
contrast afforded by their eccentric
comedy and dialect is not only espe-
cially laughable but considerably
heightens the value Of their singing.
Carson and Willard Will have one OF
those language twisting dialogues that
never fail to extort laughter and that
will TEEN with local allusiCns. The
Bellclaire Brothers are splendid physi-
cal specimens, who will demonstrate
many difficult and hazardous phases OF
physical culture in which they are es-
pecially proficient. Labelle Blanche is
a dainty little mimic who will modest
iy but securely establish herself in the
affections of the audience. The Tanakas
are japanese necromancers OF unusual
skill, and the motion pictures Will
please the little patrons as they reveal
the extravaganza of 'Puss In Boots
Chase's is sustaining it's reputation of
being one Of the coolest places to be
found in the city. and the wide open
exits upon every point of the compass.
together with the great fans, keep the
theater comfortable when the days and
nights are humid and warm.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Kernan,s Lyeeum-summer Stock.

A promise Of something unusually
bright and entertaining comes with the
announcement Of the Lyceum Theater
stock burlesQue company, which will be-
gin the second week OF the summer sea-
son on Monday afternoon. The bur
lesque "A Diamond Palace" will have
the benefit OF a smart contingent OF
pretty chorus girls. and Will be found
full 70 the brim with bright dialogue,
crisp and catchy music. The olio will be
up to date and will include Edith and
Willie Hart, singers and dancers; the
Three Armstrong;, marvellous cyclists:
Charles Duncan. parodies: Goldsmith
and Hoppe. musical artists; Pat White
and Agnes Behler
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Academy-"Princess of Patches"


Pathos and humor will go hand in
hand at the Academy Of Music this
week when the Academy Stock Com
PAM which has been installed by Man
ager Fred G. Berger, jr.. Will give The
Princess of Patches" an idyl of South
ern life by Mark f. Swan.
Its principal character. Selma Silver
thorn. the Princess Of Patches" is a
winsome young oirl who has been stolen
when an infant from her father by one
Judas. an octoroon. Previous TO his TN
timely end the father draws up a codi-
ell in his will. In which he had left a
large estate to the child. How this
founding grows to be a young woman
Of comedy parts and comes into fortune
and a husband is said 70 be well told
IN the working out Of the play.
Laura Oakman. the ingenue OF the
company. will play the role Of Selma,
Princess Of Patches. Others will be:
Juliet. Selma's cousin. Miss Carol Ar
den; the dual roles of Phoebe and Liza
Biggs. Mrs. Argyle Gilbert; May Lou
Marston. Miss Frances Nordstrom Hal
Clarendon will be the Judas Harold
Kennedy win be the tramp. Weary
Waggles.' and Ben F. Wilson. the lead
ing man. will play Jack Merry. the hero
Harry Buckler as Lee Silverthorne. a
planter; Edwin H. Curtis as Col Robert
Silverthorn. an old soldier: David Swim
and w. F. Robinson, complete the cast
During the season matinees on Tues
day. Thursday. and Saturday viii be
given
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05

was tower OF strength 20 the play. II
the prologue he assumed the imperturb-
able sang froid which is characteristic
OF a stage Englishman who finds him
self in tight place, and in the en-
SUNG scenes both Mr.. Robertson and
Miss Elliott, as the distracted Leta,
acted with natural sincerity and dra-
matte power"
Miss Young is a new dramatist.
Scenes laid during the Hungarian revo-
luton Of 1S4S and the Indian mutiny af-
forded opportunities for picturesque
staging and costuming.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Manager Kernan's Benefit.

Manager Eugene Herman has made
many friends in Washington during his
management Of the Lyceum Theater
This is his nineteenth season. and the
success with which the house has al
ways met may be attributed more or
less to his policy. Mr.. Kernan's friends
will no doubt be glad Of the opportunity
his benefit on Monday evening affords
them. The Lyceum stock company
promises a novel entertainment, includ-
ing a host OF volunteers and many
fresh features.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Chaae's-Vaudeville.

Chase's expects this week TO bring to
the surface all the curiosity OF Wash
ington with Aga, the mysterious maid
OF the air" who Will be presented for
the first time in vaudeville, following
the phenomenal success achieved by
this enigmatic attraction in New York.
Boston, and European cities Aga was
first introduced 10 the scientific ana
amusement world In Paris. and for two
consecutive seasons she puzzled i'm
mense audiences at the French capital
St. Petersburg and London proved no
wiser than Paris I'm the effort 10 solve
the riddle contained In the empyrean
flights Of this superterrestrial being, and
then New York was afforded an oppOr-
tunity TO demonstrate the practical
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
RobeTtSon'S Success.
English Actor in Play on Hungarian
Revolution.

An enthusiastic welcome was given
iE London last week TO Forbes Rob
ertson and his wife. Miss Gertrude FL
lott, who produced '-'rhe Edge OF the
Storm" a romantic tragedy by Miss
Margaret Young.
After long continued applause Forbes
Robertson came before the fOOthghts
and told the house he would have great
pleasure in informing the authorizes OF
the manner in which the piece was re-
oeived. his brief speech creating re-
ntwed applause
The papers argued Ahat the theme OF
the play IS handled By the authoress in
an interesting and most effective man
ncr. and the Daily Mali said.
Forbes Robertson as Jim PouIest
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
"ROSmeIShOlm."
What Mrs. Fiske Thinks of the Ibsen
PLAY.

Mrs. Fiske has been giving her opinion
Of "f4osmersholm.' which she hopes
some day to act:
LAS for 'Rosmersholm, / dare say l
read IL twenty times before the light
began TO dawn, To me Il Is the greatest,
the most complex, Of Ibsen's works, and
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05

singing act Ed Gray will unravel an
amusing series of anecdotes. The Yam
amOto Brothers are sensational wire and
high perch artists The motion pictures
will reproduce Faust" as given At the
Grand Opera House. Paris
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1904-06-05
Coming Attractions.
Announcements for Next Week at the
Theaters.


The next attraction at the Lafayette
Opera House. following THE Wedding
Day" will be a revival OF THE Belle
Of New York" with the entire bcauti-
full London production Of scenery ana
costumes. The cast will include Elsie
Janis. formerly a headline favorite in
vaudeville. better known as Little FL
sie;' Harry Short. an elongated come
dian. much after the style OF the late
Dan DAILY who has been most success
full in playing that Comedians former
roles In The Lady Slavey' and The
ROunders;" J. Francis Sullivan, another
recruit from vaudeville. who will as
sumo Sam Bernards old part; Beatrice
Mckenzie. who will portray the sweet
Salvation lassie created by Edna May;
Al. II. Weston. Hughey Flaherty. Emma
Seibert. r. A. Laidlaw, George Moore.
Herbert Carter. Mace Bonville. and an
entire new chorus.
Following 1.-The Princess OF Patches"
at the Academy OF Music. the stock
company will present ''Dr Jekyl and
Mr.. Hyde" which proved 10 be one Of
the early successes Of Richard Mansfield.
Three features stand out with espe-
cial distinctness in the program prepared
for Chase's next week. Miss Amelia
Summerville. the coincidence Of stat
uesque proportions. who viii deliver her
original monologue; Harry Davenport,
prominent recently in the Broadway
productions. viii introduce himself In
an amusing dissertation on English
types" Janet Melville and Evie Stetson.
coming direct from Weber & Fields
who will submit their new satire. Along
Broadway. or Crazy 10 Go on the
Stage" Taffray's dogs are a recent i'm
portation. Edward Marsh and Rose Sar-
teila viii offer a dainty dancing and
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Columbia-"TOo Much Johnson"

Tomorrow evening viii begin the NTH
and last week but one or the summer
season at the Columbia. Edwin Arden
and his company will present william
Gnlette's farce. TOO Much Johnson"
Mr. Arden has already given us char
acters originally portrayed By T. H