Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-10-18
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Belasco.

cess Wnlch nave been on the poDular pro-
grams Of local orchestras for months
were heard in their original setting last
evening at the Belasco Theater, when
Paul A. Ruebens' romantic and tuneful
opera was first presented In Washington.
IL expectations were high there was no
disappointment 1t Is finished produc-
ton. and the delightful informalities of
some OF the stage pictures show careful
study and artistic development. Indeed,
the stage manager is to be credited with
a large share of the productions success.
Louise Cummings sympathetic singing
and portrayal Of the role of the imperiOus
yet romantic Princess Of Balaria brought
only one tinge Of regret. due to the MEM
DRY OF her announcement that she in
TENDS to forsake the realm of light opera
TO study grand opera. which may mean
her absence from Washington stages for
some time. Miss Cunning is both an
charm insures much carrying power for
her histrionic abilities. and her soprano
voice Is OF such sweetness and range
that 1t is treat to the ear. Both in
His Return from the cycle: THE
wandering One" by Caro- Roma. and in
Wonderful World" her canary-like tones
were charming. She is so natural and
so free from stilted stage tricks to keep
mp the interest that she appears delight
fully informal while she is before the
audience.
While the premier singing honors may
easily be awarded Miss Cunning, it was
not to her that all credit for the pleas
ant evening went. Mark Smiths eccen-
trio waiter. whose admission when ap-
preached by tip that 1T won't do any
good and yet 1t won't do any harm gave
an indication of his droll frankness as to
the operations of the Bohemian restau-
rant brought tears Of laughter to the eyes
of not a few. Max Helm and Blatz. whom
a change Of clothing would have trans
ferred into Mutt and JEFF. portrayed by
Harry p. Gribbon and Teddy Webb. are
not lost in memory Of this musical
play especially by reason of that hui
morous duet with Magda. who chars.
played by Miss Josie Entropodi. Miss
Entropodi, it may be added. may have
worked with her hands in the Balarian
palace. but with her face on the stage of
the Belasco last evening. Arthur Stan
ford. as the Bohemian lover-duke, gave a
finished portrayal.
The scenes in the Bohemian restau-
rant afforded opportunity for much effer-
vescent vivaciousness: >and to their sue
cess the chorus, well trained in both sing
ing and dancing. and Miss Geraldine Ma
lone, the Sofia of this company. contrib
uted hugely. The double octet, Some
body's Arms in that act proved one OF
the most popular of the songs.
Just as the melodies of the voices and |
orchestra pleased the ear, SO did the law
ish stage settings and brilliant costumes,
permitted by the scenes at a princess
court, satisfy the eye.
"Trail of the Lonesome Pine"
1.-The Trail Of the Lonesome Pine"
which appears at the Columbia Theater
the week of October o. with the usual
matinees Thursday and Saturday. pre-
sents Eugene Walters ability as DRAM
atist in a new light. 1t was no small
<oLo ho uid olx NJ
John Fox. jr., and transfer to the stage
June and the other characters Of the
narrative. In the magnificent produc- |
ton Klaw & Erlanger have made of the |
play the role Of June will be played by |
Miss Charlotte Walker. who may be de- |
pended upon to lend to the part of the |
primitive wild mountain girl vividness, |
sympathy and enthusiasm:
Chocolate Soldier"
''The Chocolate Soldier will tarry in
Washington next week at the BelascoI
Theater with matinees Wednesday and
Saturday, to regale amusement lovers
with his merry adventures, songs and
melodies.
Oscar Straus is author Of long list
of successful operas. The romance of
the Bulgarian atmosphere, the gay hues
and colors in vogue among the people Of
the region and the military note of music
and costumes that perva0eS the opera
have given abundant opportunity to the
producer. AS in past seasons the Whit
ney Opera Comique Orchestra will as
sumo the orchestral duties at every per-
Torrance, under leadership of Sig A. De
Novellis. The supporting company are
Miss Lillian Poll, Charles Purcell, Henry
Coote, George J. O'Donnell, Hon Bergere,
Lolita Gale. J. r. Powell. Vivian Weadon,
Emma LOOMS and William Morgan.
"Everywife."
Chase's announces for next week
modern morality comedy "Everywife,"
under the direction of Joseph Hart, who
has given 1t an elaborate presentation.
There are four scenes and twenty-five |
roles. Everywife is played by Margaret |
Green, Everyhusband. by Albert Parker;
Jealousy. by Molise Camp:on; Rhyme. by |
Fred Montague: Happiness. by Mary |
Hamilton; Squabina, by Gertrude Dun
cess Toots Paka's Hawaiians, billed as |
Queen Lils royal household favorites, will |
offer picturesque folk songs of the Kama |
kas and dances of the Sandwich Islands. |
Another leading feature will be Kate |
Watson, described as "a breeze from the |
west; Barry and Wolford will present |
their piquante blend of harmony and |
humor. I'm the Land of Crocodiles" will |
introduce the Three Saytons. The Wheel |
ers in pantomimic travesty and the new |
series of important weekly events by the |
daylight motion pictures complete the |
bill.
"Uncee Sam"