ENTERTAINMENTS.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXXIII, Issue 3689, 26 November 1912, Page 3

ENTERTAINMENTS.

PATIIE PICTURES. Rapid changes of programme arc the order of the day at I-lis Majesty’s Theatre. Another almost complete change filled the sreen last evening, and provided the . well-filled house with entertainment which was quite to their taste. The star drama, “The Great Circus Catastrophe,” is undoubtedly the most sensational production which has been seen for a long time. The story tells how Count Von Ross is forced to sell his estate as he has stood bond for a now bankrupt friend. The Count tells ill with a circus troupe and becomes attracted by Core, a performer, while Evelyn,, a ballet dancer, falls in love v iih him. Their hotel catches fire and, due to her self-sacrifice for her rival, Evelyn ■is left alone with Yon Ross in the burning building. To escape they have to mount the roof, where they seek ,afev,y by means of the telephone wires. Later the Count agrees to give a dangerous performance in the circus, but on Evelyn's plea he refuses to do so. Dore, who he had discovered to be trifling with him, accuses him of being a coward, end the Count thereupon says he will go through with his performance. On horseback, he is suspended high in the air, and fireworks are exploded about him. The horse becomes maddened with fright and jumps down. Von Ross is seriously injured, but is nursed back to health by Evelyn, who meets with her reward. The many thrilling scenes in this remarkable production are depicted with a realism that is most convincing. The Lubin players were seen to advantage in a new story, “His Wife’s Mother," Which cleverly shows how a grand old dame heaped coals of fire upon the head of a disgraceful son-in-law by coming to his relief when he was in serious financial difficulties. Another production of merit was the Edison drama, “The Nurse.” “Glimpses of Canada," a magnificent scenic film, also aroused, much enthusiasm. The remaining films were all of a like standard, and the new programme was unanimously voted a topnotcher. This entertaining series will be repeated to-night.

THE OPERA HOUSE. A full house prevailed at the Opera House last night, when the'chief attraction was the topical film “The Fall Round-Up on the Y 6 Ranch," which includes a surprising exhibition of horsemanship by cowboys, who bestride bueltjumpers, “outlaw” horses, wild steers, and even buffaloes. The routine of the round-up, introducing calf and foalbranding, is an interesting spectacle. The A.B. Company’s exclusive comedy drama, “So Near, but yet So Far," is another film proving a great draw. This picture’ tecls the story of a very shy young man who is in love with a most adorable lady, personated by Miss Dolly Nicholson, that inimitable cinematograph actress, but who finds immense difficulties in capturing the lady of his affections. Eventually, by his timely action in rescuing the adored one from the clutches of two burglars who have broken into the house in which she is a guest, he secures his reward. The Strength of the story does not rest so much in the plot, as with the excellent ( manner in which it is acted. The actions of the bashful man, and the assistance given by his immoranta, are both splendidly acted. A pretty story, “The Lake of their Dreams,” tells of a pair of children, Eloise and Manfred, who dream childish dreams beside a lake. The film then goes on to show how these dreams failed to come true, and how Eloise waits for her lover who has degenerated into a human derelict, eventually forgiving him his failure. Other pictures worthy of mention are: “The Old Photograph,” “The Mill Dam," and a couple of splendid comics—“ Donkey’s Wager,” and “Dupin’s New Accomplice.” This programme will be repeated to-night for the last time. There will then be no pictures until Saturday, when a lengthy film of 3,500 feet, dealing with “Dante’s Inferno,” will be screened.

“GREED OF GOLD.” To-morrow evening the Rice Dramatic Company will stage “Greed for Gold” at the Opera House. This performance will be the initial opening of the stage, and the public will then have an opportunity of judging the capabilities of this line new building for dramatic performances. “Greed for Gold” is said to be one of the best dramas in the repertoire of the Rice Company, and patrons are promised a pleasant evening. The Company will be assisted by Mr George Drayton, a popular light comedian from the Crystal Palace and leading London music halls. He is said to be the first- oroginal light comedian who has yet visited Gisborne, and lie will render his great London hit, "Before you can say Hello!” and other items. The box plan is now open at Mr Bert Lucas’, Gladstone Road, where seats may be reserved. POVERTY BAY SCOTTISH SOCIETY. The annual concert of the Poverty Bay Scottish Society, to be held in His Majesty’s Theatre on Saturday evening next, is being looked forward to with the most pleasurable anticipation. A Lrily attractive programme has been arranged which is certain to give keen satisfaction. The box plan opens at Miller’s at If) o’clock this morning.