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NATIONAL PLAYERS-"The
Nightcap."

Tomorrow night the National Players
viii present a new type of comedy en-
titled The Nightcap." written jointly
by Guy Bolton and Max MARGIN, and
which has the unique record OF having
had long runs in two theaters in New
York.
Guy Bolton, author of sally" Adam
and Eva" "The Cave Girl and other
plays, and Max MARGIN. who wrote
Three Live Ghosts one of the biggeSt
hits of the National Players, set out to
fulfill prophecy when they wrote The
Nightcap." Some master Snowman pre-
tiicted after seeing "The Bat" that
sooner or later some one would write
satire on the mystery play that would
cause sensation In the theater. This
Bolton and MARGIN set out to do. That
they succeeded is evidenced by the fact
that their play Is Stil one of the most
popular ever released To stock.
When the curtain goes up tomorrow
night in the National Theater the as
semblage out front is going to be in
for all sorts OF shock and surprise: a
continuity Of thrills. comedy. tears and
all the commodities that go to make
up an evening of high powered en-
tertainment
Miss Leona Powers. brought back to
play the leading role in this fast-moving
comedy; Howard Miller, the leading
man OF the National Players. and other
members OF the National Players will
be seen In the several roles.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
New Type of Play.

pRoBI.EM plays have always held
high position in the American the
ater: IN fact the American theater Is
the home of the problem play. So, too.
with mystery, The mystery play came
into the height OF its popularity when
the late Avery Hopwood elaborated
with Mrs Mary Roberts Rinehart on
''The Bat"
The, Bat" quickly convinced New
York theatrical producers generally
that 1t was one OF the greatest suc-
ceSSeS OF the decade.
Those who knew the theater business.
inside and out, predicted that some aay
some one with fair for Combining
comedy and satire would write q sort
Of high-class hurlesuue on the mystery
play.
Guy Bolton and Max MARGIN. two
playwrights wen established ON Broad
way nv such offerings as sally" Adam
and EVA" 1.-THE Cave dirf' and "Three
Live Ghosts finally produced what
proved to be the most popular play ever
aimed al target, the target being the
mystery play. Their play was called
The Nightcap,"
The Nightoaps Is q peculiar play.
Il really Is combination of the Inys-
terry play and the problem play. n
starts out with . here who feels that
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
Perfect Coordination.

THE supreme importance of time
was brought home TO the troops in
the English war epic, ''Mademoiselle
From Armentieres, when Director Maui
rice Elvey, who made this British Gau-
mont film, was directing q sequence In
which an airplane "strafes" marching
column of soldiers.
The airplane pilot was ordered 10 re-
lease his bombs from a height of 800
feet at exactly minutes after g. The
watches, one in the hands OF the avi-
ator and one in the directors hands,
were perfectly synchronized by a local
jeWeler Immediately before the scene
was taken
At 2 o'clock the marching troops
turned the corner into the replica of q
French village street which had been
erected for the scene At the same time
the roar OF the aeroplane's motor was
heard growing louder and louder as 1t
swooped toward the village. At exactly
4 minutes and IS seconds after O'Clock
Director Maurice Elvey raised his right
hand, the signal agreed upon before
hand, and the troops started to dispense,
seeking shelter In doorways and under
porcties. They were still on the run
when the bomb was released. and at ex-
actly minutes after 1t exploded with
terrific force and destructive effect.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Notes of the Stage and Its People.

Anna as the title of his debut In must
cal comedy. with rehearsals starting this
week The opening is slated for August
20 at Long Branch The songs are by
Joseph Mccarthy.
Charles Hopkins has acquired the
American rights To A. A. Mines play,
The Fourth WALL" which has been
running since February In London.
Raymond Huntley. who appeared In
the Londen production of "Dracula, p"
win act the title role OF that play on
tour next season In this country
Citizens of Detroit have contributed
more than 100000 to establish the
Detroit Civic Theater Foundation. This
Is said to be the first civic theater In
the United States. Jessie Bonstelle
who has managed N seasons of sum
mer stock In Detroit, began the cam
paign. She has been at the head OF the
Bonstelle Playhouse In Detroit since
January. 1928.
James Gleasons new play. Puffy"
described as q comedy dealing with
''paupers and politics." Is booked for a
week OF preliminary performances In
Long Branch and Asbury Park. begin-
ihib toHtUIEOW HtNHJ, Ine cast OA 80
includes father, mother and son,
while another son Is staging the piece
the McHugh family
THE Kiss" play by Ted Mclean,
Is announced to open the last Of this
month In New York. The author and
Jane Allyn win appear In the principal
roles. Lionel and Jack LYMAN are the
producers.
Aar0ns and Freedley will begin prepa-
rationa for their FIRST musical comedy
OF the new season thta week. when they
viii select q chorus. This first show
ID Hold Everything" written by De
sylvia, Brown and Henderson IN associ-
alton with Jack MCGOWAN, Principals
In the cast will be Victor Moore. Betty
Compton. Bert Lair and 0lisette.
Night Hostess" John 0nldens latest
production, will be- seen this week In
Atlantic City, later scheduled for New
York and an expected long run. The
play Ia the work az Philip punning
and Winchell Smith.
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Two Types of Villain.

TWO "heavies" entirely unlike In
physique and in methods of acting
furnish assorted villainy In THE Drag
Net" a melodrama starring George Ban
croft and directed by josef Won Stern
berg for Paramount They are William
Powell and Fred Kohler.
Powell and Kohler are both feet tall
and both are excellent character actors.
There all resemblance ceases.
Powell has black hair and brown eyes.
Kohler has light brown hair and blue
eyes. Powell weighs ITO pounds, but
scarcely looks that heavy. Kohler Is a
massive giant weighing an even 200
pounds. In spite of his feet of height
he looks almost squat Every ounce of
weight on his powerful frame Is hard
muscle. He looks like an unmarked
heavyweight fighter trained to the min
ute.
In their acting methods Powell Is a
smooth. Suave villain. Sophistication
fairly oozes from him and there Is q de-
lightfuily subtle touch to his badness.
Kohier. on the contrary, Is two-fister.
snarling man OF action. A two-gun man
and leader who rules by force.
In THE Drag Net" Powell Is the lead
er Of a notorious gang OF hijackers, and
Kohler Is his chief lieutenant,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
Mayor Walked Complaisant.
MAYOR JAMES J. WALKER of New

AVA York acted as master of cere-
monies at the premiere showing OF
Lilac Time" First National special
starring Colleen Moore. at the Carthay
Circle, Los Angeles, last Tuesday, ac-
cording to report OF Ned E. Depinet,
general sales manager. First National
Mayor Walker accepted the invitation
after he had met Miss Moore and John
Mccormick at a dinner given in his
honor by Ned Marin, First National
producer Miss Moore asked the mayor
II he would officiate at the first show
ing Of her picture. and he promptly
granted the request
With Mayor Walker on hand to in
troduce the celebrities In the audience,
it ought to have been gala occasion.
The genial mayor is said to be as popu-
lar with the West Coast colony as he
is in his own city.
Lilac Time" will have its Eastern
premiere at the Central Theater. New
York City. August 3. with sound ac-
compartment.
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The Voice Does Count.

y oBERT EDEsoN will have one OF
- the principal roles In Warner Bros.
picture, 'sThe Little Wildcat" starring
Audrey Ferris
He has boon selected by j, L. Warner.
II Is announced. because Of the excel
lent registering qualities OF hts voice,
The part assigned the actor calls Cor d
great deal OF dialogue on the Vitaphone.
II, Z. Lowe. jra has completed the
script Of THE Little wildcat which
\ haSedSan story by Gene Wright.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

y ICHARD BARTHELMEss Is said to
have one Of the finest casts ever
assembled In "Out of the Ruins" the
First National picture he Is now max
ing at the Burbank studios.
Never before. 1t In claimed, have the
various roles been more carefully filled
than In this story OF France after the
war, from the pen Of Sir Philip Gibbs.
the eminent British war correspondent
and author.
Marian Nixon has role OF the petite
French girl Emile Chautard and Bodil
Rosing, her father and mother, re-
spectively. arc experienced character
actors: Robert Frazer is cast as the
girls brother, who Ii stricken blind on
the battlefield. and Eugene Palette
portrays a selfish protiteer. while Rose
Dione impersonates the concierge.
IT Is a dramatic love story, which Is
being directed by John Francis Dillon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

unwittingly, he has betrayed a trust ana
50 he intends TO do away with himself,
The purpose of his plan is to make
amends 10 q very dear friend. He has
nxed II 50 that his life insurance win 90
TO the credit Of this man. In order to
carry out his plan he stages an elaho-
rate party in his sumptuous country
home, say week end party. No sooner
does II set under way than one OF his
guests Is mysteriously killed. Enter
then the mystery. Who killed cock
Foomr Here = the coupling Of the
problem play and the mystery play. and
through It al runs the &tire and CONF
edy that 90 10 make TOR nurlesQWe, al
In al happy combination.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

In characters and In story from any
thing yet produced.
1t presents that side OF the life of
Rodin, the famous sculptor, which Is
not usually found In histories. The
leading character, Claude Zoret. world
famous painter. is said TO be patterned
after Rodin. The story tells OF the
artists love and guardianship OF a
youth who later turns on his master
and is caught stealing priceless art
treasures 10 provide home for
beautiful Russian princess
Benjamin Christiansen, Danish di-
rector who made THE Devils Circus"
and THE Hawks Nest" both produced
In this country. appears In the role OF
Zoret, and others In the cast are WAL
ter Slezak and Nora GregOr.
A comedy and news reel round out
the bill.
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Not a Leading Man.

JACK MuLHATL Is particularly
- happy at having departed from his
title OF leading man"
It took him years 10 do 1t. but now
that Il has been successfully achieved.
Muihall Is advancing to an Infinitely
better position on the screen.
For Mulhail Is rapidly winning for
himself an enviable reputation as q
farce comedian.
In Lady Be Good" the First Ma
tional picture which Is among the weeks
attractions. Muihall Is particularly anus
Ing as vaudeville magician on q third
rate circuit. He Is said 10 surpass even
his Characterization In 'The Poor Nut"
which won him such acclaim.
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Not Going Back. +"

IL EpoRTS that Emil JAnninsx. the
great screen character actor, x,e.,la
return to Germany IN the near fut,Ee
have been denied hy the star hiMSelT
VINO points 60 the fact that Ne had hsst
taken long telm lease on hnsae :,
HOLLYWOOD, As evidence that ne has sses
intention Of Immediately leAsine tAh
country,
In TACK Jannlnss declared, nm Ncsss
and Intention ere 10 make ~ pesnAAs
nent home n xeslywecA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Photoplays This Week

feature there will be several individual
offerings
Leon BrusiIoff, with the Fox orches-
ira, will render number of Summer
request overtures.
METROPOLITAN-"The Lion and the
Mouse"
An all-vitaphone program viii be pre-
sented at Crandall's Metropolitan this
week. the major screen offering being
The Lion and the Mouse a Warner
Bros talking picture. and the program
completed by several short reel vita
phone subjects This marks the inaugu-
ration OF new policy at the Metropoli-
tan, where vitaphone viii be presented
each week either as accompaniment for
a feature length production or in short
reel sketches, plays, famous artists of
stage and screen and other forms of
entertainment.
The Lion and the Mouse" an adap-
tation Of the famous play by Charles
Klein, is said 10 be faithful tnterpre-
tation of the original work.
The cast is headed by May McAvoy
and Lionel Barrymore, while others who
have important roles are Alec B. Fran
els, Willie Collier, jr.: Emmitt Corrigan
and Jack Ackroyd
The story is that OF Ready Money
Ryder, a man of wealth and power, who
has been angered by the decision Of a
certain judge affecting his holdings. In
retaliation Ryder suavely advises the
Judge to buy certain stocks and when
he does so publishes the fact that ne
accepted bride. The Judge lis ruined
financially. The latter's daughter, Shir-
ley. studying sculpture In Paris. meets
the ne'er-do-weil son of Ryder. The
two return TO America, where Shirley,
seeing her fathers restitution, resolves
TO compel Ryder to make restitution.
This is accomplished In series Of
dramatic scenes, the lion of the business
world being finally compelled to ask the
small mouse 70 nibble the ropes that
bound him, as In the ancient fable.
C0LUMBIA--"Mlle. From Armentieres."
Mile. Prom Armentieres," the cur
rent screen attraction at Loews Column
bia, was made in England and Is re-
leased In this country by Metro Gold
wyn-Mayer
The early scenes of the picture con-
Germ chiefly the humorous life OF the
English Tommy In billets Then spy
drama, In which mademOiselle is repre-
sented to be aiding the British by CIV
ing the enemy false information. is in
troduced This leads TO a misunder-
standing between the French girl and
the English Tommy who loves her
The scene is then shifted TO the
battle front. and the drama increases
with intensity during the bombardment
Of hundreds Of guns. Only two men
survive the battle. and they are taken
prisoners by the Germans. The French
girl. who has followed her sweetheart
TO the battle front. is also captured.
The picture, however, ends with VIC
tory and q laugh.
The cast is said 10 be composed en-
tiFely OF ex-service men. for the most
part English. The feminine lead Ia
played by Esteile Brody. a Canadian
girl, popular London stage actress.
John Stuart also al English actor. has
the leading male role.
The Columbia Orchestra. under
Claude Burrows. the M-G-M news reel,
other short reels and an organlOglie
round out the bill.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Lillian Alberston, Pacific Coast pro-
Queer. has arrived In New York to ar
range for the production in the West OF
various Broadway successes.
Dulcie Cooper has been engaged for
leading role In Courage" the play by
Tom Barry, which Lew Cantor will pro-
duce. 1t Is scheduled to open In New
York September 10.
Jane Cowl began a West Coast en-
gagement In THE Road to Rome" In
Santa Barbara, Calf, last night. The
star will also be seen in San Francisco
and Los Angeles
Sam H, Harris will reappear as a
| Broadway producer the coming season
with an exceptionally ambitious pro-
gram. Seven plays and one musical
show are the major items. several TO be
done In association with other producers.
Sophie Treadwell, playwright. re-
turned to New York last week from
abroad and reported futile search
throughout Europe for plays good
enough 10 please the Broadway palate,
she said she had seen everything In
nothing was worth buying except the
Reinhardt productions. Miss Treadweli
had been commissioned to find a play
for Crosby Gaige.
Helen Ford will be starred In new
musical comedy entitled Violet Town"
which will open In New York about Sep
TENDER IS. The piece will be produced
by Lew Fields and Is product OF that
Juvenile trio. Fields. Rogers and Hart
Two other musical comedies are on the
FiaIda nrnfiffti0n aehedffle
"The Song Writer" which was tried
out last Spring with George Price IN
the leading role, will reopen the last Of
this month In Asbury Park II Ia sched-
uled 10 reach Broadway about two weeks
later.
Messrs. Jones and Green are casting
''Tampico' and rehearsals start the sec
ond week In August. Hilda Vaughan
will have the leading role.
Sammy Lee, srstwhiie dance director,
who decided 10 become nm independent
producer this Fall, has selected Happy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
GLEN ECHO PARK.

Glen Echo Is reached by the cars of
the Washington Railway & Electric Co.
that run direct to the park entrance. or
by motor via the smooth boulevardS
that lead to the park. Among the many
amusementS offered are the aeroplane
swing. the coaster dip, derby racer. old
mill. carrousel and others. The McWil-
liams Orchestra furnishes poppy dance
music In ballroom each evening. The
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Lois Moran, 1t il announced. In Don't
Marry" which opened at the Fox yes
terday, Is q new Lois Moran, In that
now she wears hardly any bathing suit,
dances ON the beach, kisses the boys
and generally affects the peculiar habits
ef the fiapper type. And, furthermore.
II Ia said she does 1t without losing that
appeal which has been her greatest
asset since she became q star Of the
screen.
Don't Marry" concerns the girl who
,Se,s out TO get her man" How she &C
cornp!lslles IL makes q delightful screen
comedy, 1t is said The cast includes
Neil Hamilton and Henry K0lker.
3. ]. Etebbins will present as the stage
attraction another eoiorfui Summer
revue. including Duke Yellmsn and his
Serene ders. said 10 be one Of the best
81 stage bands. La support OF this
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
IN WASHINGTON. -THEATERS THIS ,

IN WASHINGTON. THEATERS THIS WEEK
NATIONAL PLAYERS-"The Nightcap" Tomorrow evening.
PALACE-"The Dragnet" This afternoon and evening.
FOX-"Dont Marry" This afternoon and evening.
EARLE-"Lady Be Good" This afternoon and evening
METROPOLITAN"The Lion and the Mouse" This afternoon
and evening.
COLUMBIA-le, from Armentieres" This afternoon and
evening
LITTLE THEATER-"Chained" This afternoon and evening
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
LITTLE MISUNDERSTANDING"

The Motion Picture Guild presents
UFA'g screen drama Chained" at the
Little Theater for one week. starting
today.
Dealing with one Of the most un-
usual themes ever presented on the
screen and filmed in several Of the
great studios of the Latin quarter Of
Paris, the picture Ii sai1 70 be different
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
PALACE-.The Drag Net"

George Bancroft in his latest pic
ture, The Drag Net" which Is the
current attraction at Loew's Palace
plays the role Of q hard, fearless, two
gun detective.
The theme Of the story is based on
the efforts and risks involved In pro-
tecting society from the underworld
Bancroft, as q police lieutenant. Is al
hrst engaged IN the pursuit Of his duty.
but due 20 dramatic incident in his
life, he Is seen falling by the wayside
Evelyn Brent. who plays the part OF q
1awiesg woman, however, recognizes and
loves Bancroft for the man he is, and
It Is through her influence and encour-
agement that he At last stages sue
cessfu1 come back"
William Powell plays the part Of the
suave gang leader. supported by Fred
KohleT.
On the stage Loew-Publix presents a
xuectacular production In four scenes
entitled West Point Days" and reflect
ing the famous military academy.
The unit was devised and staged by
Frank Cambria and features the
Gamby-Hale Boys and Girls, precision
dancers; George Eelidoh. baritone. and
the Military Male Ensemble. IL singing
cadets; Joseph Griffin and Virginia
Johnson, soloists: George Scnreck, just
o kernel, and the Palace Syncopators
with Lee Cornican conducting.
short subjects, the NON newgreel.
an organiogue by Charles Cage and the
Palace Concert Orchestra, under Harry
Eorjes, completes the program.
EARLE-'Lady Bs Good"
Lady Be Good" First Nationals
farce comedy, featuring Dorothy Mac
kaill and Jack Mulhall Is this week 6
screen offering at the Earle Theater.
The stage presentation is a new Stanley
revue OF song. dance and fun, entitled
"In JAIL" with Jack Pepper as master
Of ceremonies, assisted by the George
Sisters. Three Happy o-Lucky Boys,
Roth and Shay. Eileen Flory, Starr and
Rollo, Hill and Hull and the Earle stage
band
Lady Be Good" which was adapted
from the popular musical comedy. Is q
story Of vaudeville performers. with
most Of It's action taking place In the
dressing rooms and back stage. Argu-
Inents, Quarrelg and disagreements may
BE- happening Just a few feet from the
stage, but when the entrance call comes
sentences are halted yerbless. arguments
ere temporarily abandoned, fixed smiles
appear ike magic and the battlers go
eaperin2 out 10 do their turn.
The supporting cast includes John
Milan, Dot Farley Mia Marian. Yola
d'Ayril, Eddie Clayton. Jay Eaton and
others.
Added attractions include concert
overture, Rudolf F'FimlG The Three
Mllsketeers by the Earle Concert Or
ci1estra, Daniel Ereeskin conducting; a
short comedy and the Earle Topical Re
view.
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CHEVY CHASE LAKE.

An extra dash of vivacity will be
given to the entertainment program
at Chevy Chase Lake mex. wednes-
day evening by Peggy Little and Hell
enc kerney, young dance and song ar
lists now appearing at q local theater.
They win be the featured attraction
OF the Wednesday Novelty night" that
has been inaugurated as regular event
at the lake.
The two top-notch Meyer Davis or
cheStras purvey dance music on the
upper and lower pavilions at the lake.
the Swanee Syncopators, directed
by Al Kamons. and Ben Levine, and
his group Of collegiates. Director L.
vine Is filling in the intervals with
snappy song Specialties, with banjo or
ukulele accompaniment.
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Current Attractions.
CHESAPEAKE BEACH.

ballroom Is large and airy, and the
door is said to be 100 per cent perfect
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22
MARSHALL HALL.

At Marshall Hall there is free dancing
in tire evening on the open-air dance
pavilion, with snappy dance music, and
for those seeking thrills IN their amuse-
ments there are the roller coaster, the
whip. carrousel and other rides of
lesser speed for the ktddies.
Shady spots and rustic benches,
gravel walks and quaint pavilions COM
bine TO make the grounds an ideal place
for picnicking.
The steamer Charles Manchester
makes three trips daily at 10 am, 2:SO
and 8: Is pm. Sundays the morning run
Is made at 10: 80 O'Clock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Lillian Alberston, Pacific Coast pro-
ducer. has arrived In New York to ar
range for the production in the West of
various Broadway successes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Chesapeake Beach. Washington near
by salt water resort. an hours ride from
Washington, Is convenient and mex
pensive.
1t offers salt water bathing. brisk FISH,
Ing. boating. boardwalk promenading.
dancing TO music by Raymond Kibbey's
Milo Ramblers and touring AMUSEMENT
fairyland. with five big rides and count
less novelties. There is also free play
ground for children.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Messrs Jones and Green are casting
''Tampico" and rehearsals start the sec
ond week In August Hilda Vaughan
will have the leading role.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

| who decided 10 become an independent
producer this Fall, has selected Happy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1928-07-22

Dulcie Cooper has been engaged for
leading role In Courage" the play by
Tom Barry, which Lew Cantor will pro-
duce. 1t Is scheduled to open In New
York September 10.