ENTERTAINMENTS.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXX, Issue 3546, 10 June 1912, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

PATHS PICTURES. The largo attendance which assembled at His Majesty’s Theatre on Satuvady night was well pleased with tho entertainment placed before them- by the Patlic Picture Company. The complete change of programme screened was of a nicely-varied and highlyinteresting character. The star drama was a beautifully-colored subject, entitled “Thrown to the Lions.” This depicted a thrilling incident in the persecution of the Early Chiistians during tho Roman era. The Christians, in their forest homo, are alarmed bv the appearance of lions in their vicinity. They decide that their best means of safety lies in obtaining the goodwill of the beasts, and as a means to this end place bowls of milk near their lairs. The lions respond readily to this kindness, and soon become so tame that they allow themselves to be fondled. Later the Christians are captured' by the Roman soldiers, and it is decreed that they shall-be thrown to the lions in the amphi-theatre. The scene in which Christians are shown making their devotions under the scornful observation of the Roman soldiers is full of religious fervour, and appeals strongly to the higher instincts. When Marcellos is thrown to the lions, to the amazement of the spectators a huge lion goes up to him and allows the Christian to pet it as lip would n tame cat. The lion is one of the Christian’s forest friends, and his kindness is well requited. The Emperor regards the wonderful happening in the nature of a miracle, and at once pardons the Christians. The drama is an exceptionally powerful one, and the lesson it teaches lea-

ves one the better for Jiavnig seen it. ‘'‘The Kiss of Mary Jane” is a Western stoi’v, which contains an exciting chase after a horse thief, and shows his regeneration through the love of a girl. “A Noble Enemy” is another capital drama, which powerfully pourtrays the havoc worked in men’s souls Ivy "the green-eyed monster. “A Dark Deception” and “Dooley’s Scheme,” two good comedies, were heartily enjoyed, as were the comic subjects, “A Hustled Wedding” and “Mr Inquisitive.” The Australian Path© Gazette contained an interesting budget, including a view of the departure of tho Australian eleven for England, and leading snorting events. A. film of much educative value was tnat illustrating tho tobacco industry. The scenicTsubiect gave a number of beau-, tifid scenes of tho Norwegian fiords, where is to be found some of the finest scenery in the world. The whole programme, which makes up an evening’s first-class entertainment, will die repeated to-night.

THE ENGLISH PIERROTS. The English Pierrots, who are making an extended tour of the Dominion, will commence their season at Pis Majesty’s Theatre, Gisborne, on Wednesday next. This combination of artists secured success during the last seven seasons in Melbourne, where the attendances at their pavilion have exceeded 750,000 persons during that time. There repertoire is replete with London novelties and many of their own creation. Last season 4/o cnlrcrent items were performed, and the entertainment is always kept up to date as regards artists and productions. Humorous songs, duets, trios, and ensembles, sentimental songs, coon songs and choruses, musical monologues, raev stories, dramatic lecitals, concerted items, instrumental selections are included. The company consists of eight artists, including several wlio were here last year—Mr Maynard Dakin (comedian). Miss Elsa Langley (comedienne), Mr YV. i . turner (humorist), Mr Leslie Austin (baritone), Mr Kingsley Chapman (tenor), Mr Rob Thomas (monologmst, entertainer, and accompanist), and two new members, Miss Nellie Holden. who was tho first pierette ever appearing in the Australasian colonies, and who appeared with tho English Pierots on tho occasion of their first commencing in Sydney; Air Roy Cooke (bass), who will add materially to the combination in the quartet and concerted items. The box plan is now open at Miller’s