Omaha daily bee., 1905-11-26

bariau, and IN the evening lu will play
the title role Of Sheridan Knowles great
tragedy OF "Virginius." Mr.. James is
supported by a company of his own selection
and his tour so far has been one OF uu-
qualified success.
Ann Lamont" the new modern play by
Paul Armstrong, in which Florence Roberts
will interpret the title role at the Boyd
theater for two nights and matinee
starting Friday evening, is described as a
tale OF love, artists and Bohemia. The
characters are said to be real types to be
found in the Bohemian circles Of the great
English speaking centers OF the world
New York and London providing the To-
Gales for the first three acts OF the play
and which are said to be deliberately
mounted. Headed by Max Figman. the
we'll known comedian Miss Roberts COM
pany includes such capable players as
Lucius Henderson, II. s. Northrup Robert
Mcwade Clifford Leigh, David r. Young.
Wilbur Hudson, Lucille Yorke Norah La
mson, Florence Robinson, Merceita rs
monde and Lillian Armsby
.
For the current week at the Rurwood
theater the woodward Stock company will
be seen in 1.-THE Bankers Daughter" an
other OF Bronson Towards plays, and the
one that really brought him to the front
as a dramatst. The story is well known
and will be developed to it's maximum Of
dramatic strength by the company, for
Stage Director Long has given it particu-
lar attention, both in casting and in re-
hearsal. Owing to the continued inability
of Miss Lang to appear, the leading role,
that Of Lillian westbrook. will be assumed
by Miss Hill. Albert Morrison will have
the fine part of John streUeIow; Mr.. Full
ton will be seen as Lawrence Westbrook !;
Mr. Simpson will have the entertaining
part of George Washington Phipps, and
Mr. Long will be the manly Harold Rut-
ledge. To Mr.. owen will fall the lines Of
Count de Carojac. The rest of the COM
pany will be well bestowed. The first
performance of THE Bankers Daughter
will be given at the matinee this afternoon,
and it will be repeated on every evening
during the week, and at matinees on Tues
day, Thursday and Saturday.
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For Your nights and two matinees 1.-THE
Chaperons" will be the attraction at the
Krug theater, starting with a matinee to-
day. This successful comedy opera has
had three very successful seasons and is
now in its fourth. The company includes
many of the original members and some
new talent that scarcely needs any intro
duction. The principal comedy role will
be in the hands of John Price, who will
be assisted by Actor Frank Wooley. Edyth
Valmesada, a soubrette of much reputa-
ton, will have the role of the female de-
tective, Phrosia. Ruth Lloyd will still
shine as the chaperon, aided by a chorus
Of thirty and a stunning array of show
girls. The latest New York success, THE
Whole Damn Family" is also introduced.
One Of the most Important theatrical
offerings of the present season, "The Girl
from Kay's," will be the attraction at the
Krug theater for three nights and two
matinees, starting with a matinee Thurs
day Thanksgiving, November 80 The
story concerns the troubles of newly
welded pair who are thrown in unfortunate
contact with pretty milliner from Kay's
emporium and her wealthy admirer, Hog
genheimer. Although not understanding,