ENTERTAINMENTS.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXXIV, Issue 3768, 1 March 1913, Page 2

ENTERTAINMENTS.

PATHE PICTURES. Those who look to His Majesty’s Theatre to supply them witli entertainment to-day will in nowise be disappointed. A rare treat is in store for the children at the matinee at 2.30 this afternoon, when a magnificent presentment of the old and ever welcome story of “Cinderella” will form the star attraction. The play is beautifully staged and mounted, and all the well knpwn characters from the wicked stepmother to the Prince are portrayed as possibly they .have never been before. An exceptionally strong series of new subjects will fill the screen to-night. The outstanding feature will he “The Confederate Ironclad,” a stirring,story of the American Civil War, which., has a pretty romance running through it. “Chips of the Old Block” is a clever Kalem comedy, which shows how two old men, who are always furiously quarrelling over politics, visit the school on account of the dieorderly conduct of their sons. In the schoolhouse, the old quarrel is renewed, and the horrified teacher has the time of her life cndeavoring to restore peace and quiet. “The Ranchman’s Debt of Honor” is a jxnverful Western drama, which contains many tense situations. “Trieste Harbor” is a splendid scenic subject, giving splendid views of the port of the ancient town on the Adriatic. 'Tron Mining” is an educative film of much value, while “Hindoo’s Charm” and “A Good Watchdog” are a couple of genuine laughter-raisers. The whole programme is nicely balanced, and is certain to give the greatest satisfaction.

HUGARD’S CHALLENGERS. At the Opera House to-night Hugard will face two challengers. Mr. T. C. Dorn, farrier, of Gisborne, will attempt the feat of shooting Hugard on the condition that be is allowed to use his own rifle and ball cartridge, handling and loading his own weapon, the only stipulation of Hugard being that it must be done in fu 1 ! view of the audience. The second challenge is from Mr. Hansen, who will endeavor to strap Hugard in such a manner as to make it almost an impossibilitv to es'-ape. In addition to the challenge'. a fine programme is to bo presented bv the company. Ching Sung Lon will present Ins. huge show again, and will display the mysteries of tlm East i" his luual sleek manner. His net will be enhanc'd bv the addition of the magic oVphant, from which marvellous animal a 1! sorts of individuals. animals, and objects appear. A special marine" is to bo held at 2.30 r> m. Last evening some excitement was caused bv on° of the three shnotist.s not firing at the word of command. Contrary to Ins evident exJ>e'tari’on<s only two bullet marks appeared cn tbe velvet and two bullets appeared in tile t.rnv. At the third report the revnaijvng bullet appeared on both velvet and: tray.

“OUR MISS GIBBS.” Referring to the production of “Our Miss Gibbs”* by the company which is to interpret this world-famed comic opera at the Opera House on Monday evening, a contemporary says: “The theatre, spacious as it is, proved utterly inadequate to accommodate ail who turned up last evening to witness the production of the popular comic opera company under the direction of Mr D. B. O’Connor. Seldom, indeed, has such a rush and crush been seen at the theatre, and scores of people had to be reluctantly refused admission. The audience, besides being a record one, was enthusiastic to a degree, and the management may lie congratulated on tJie success achieved.” Amongst the principals who are said to contribute to the success of the opera and will appear here are Messrs D. B. O’Connor. John Ralston, J. H. Mitchell, Geo. Edwards, and Misses Eva Moore, Ida Leggatt, Cliff Palmer, Bertha Hunter and Annie Maitland. “Our Miss Gibbs” is to be presented on Monday only, as during the other three nights of the season the Company is to produce “The Merrv Widow,” “Belle of New York,” and “Catch of the Season.” The box plan is at Lucas’ tobacconist. Messrs Adair Bros, are arranging the big millinery display in the first act of “Our Miss Gibbs,” as representing the millinery department of Garrod’s store.

EUCHRE TOURNAMENT AT MAKAR AKA. A series of euchre tournaments are to be held in the Makaraka and Matawhero Hall on Thursday next and the two following Thursdays. Special prizes will be awarded to the lady and gentleman scoring the highest points during the tournament. The ladies’ prize will pe a pair of handsome pan,e!s. while the successful gentleman will lead homo a fine fat wether. Two special booby prizes will also be awardfed.