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The Theatres, &C.
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Garrick . — " La Tosca " continues to hold the boards at the Garriok , and should do so for a long time to come , if there is any drawing power in tho most accomplished acting to bo seen in town at the present time . The plot of the story need not be told . Four persons stand out in the play and engross the spectator ' s attention—Floria Tosca , Baron Scarpia , Count Mario Cavarodossi , and Caesare
Angelotti . Mrs . Bernard Beere's rendering of Floria Tosca is almost above criticism . Whether as a jealous woman who madly loves a husband she unconsciously betrays to his doom , or as a loving woman who overwhelms her husband with caresses , or as a bating woman who goads Scarpia into fury by her sharp-tongued repartee , or as the murderess who stabs Scarpia to escape the dishonour of his lust , or
as the despairing woman who joins her dead husband by throwing herself over the ramparts of the castle , —her acting is magnificent . Here we see the whole range of human passion—love , hate , jealousy , despair—and the spectator can only say , " She does not act Floria Tosca , she is Floria Tosca . " The strain of the part , both on mind and body , must be tremendous . Mr . Forbes-Robertson , aa Baron
Scarpia , reaches a height to which he has never before attained . He completely realises the character—earthly , sensual , devilish—of the Governor of the Castle of St . Angelo . One criticism suggests itself . His manner shows a refinement which we should hardly expert iu a man like Scarpia , who has admittedly risen from the ranks . Mr . Lewis Waller's performance aa Count Cavarodossi is unequal ; he is , however , exceedingly good in the torture scene . Mr . Herbert Waring ,
as Angelotti , is disappointing—his enunciation is much too rapid to be clear , and there is no need for the slurring of words . Tbe caste as a whole is very strong . For the acting of the small part of Gennarino , Miss Bessie Hatton deserves a word of commendation . "La Tosca" ought nofc to be missed by the playgoer who likes to see good acting , and whose nerves are strong enough to enjoy the succession of horrors whioh Sardoa has weaved into a most enthralling story .
Terry ' s—Miss Annie Irish , a young actress of much promise , gave a matinee here last Tuesday , when she produced her new play entitled " Across Her Path . " The play is founded on the novel by Miss Annie S . Swan , and points the moral that to ensure happiness there must be perfect confidence between husband and wife . Owing to the concealment of certain circumstances , trouble overtakes
Barbara Dale after her marriage with Sir Adrian Severne , as a different interpretation is placed upon her conduct by Jasper Leigh , which might have been averted had she confided in her husband . Of course all comes right in tbe end , but the story is much too slight for four acts , and will require considerable condensation before it can be submitted with any hope of success to an evening audience . Miss Irish displayed muoh power in her portraiture of the heroine .
Mr . Oscar Adye was Sir Adrian , and Mr . Henry Pagden played with care and earnestness the uncomfortable part of Jasper . A well written character , Elspelt Carmiohael , was depicted by Mrs . E . H . Brooke in so admirable a manner that she shared the honours of the afternoon with Miss Irish , and Miss Le Thiere was also well placed as genial Lady Bassett . The front of the house was as usual well looked after by Bro . H . T . Brickwell , the acting manager .
Crystal Palace . —The pantomime of " Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp " has now extended its course into the fifth week without showing any sign of decrease in popularity ; and this is hardly a matter for astonishment when we reflect upon the care that has been taken in every department to make the production a success . In fche first place the book , written by Mr . Horace Lennard , is entirely
free from vulgarity yefc causes roars of laughter ; the music , by Mr , Oscar Barrett , played by a magnificent orchestra , is bright and jovial ; while Mr . F . Fenton illustrates the story by a series of beautiful pictures that call forth tbe rapturous applause of the audience . The fancy of the costumiers appears to havo had free scope , for there are hundreds of costly dresses , glowing with colour ,
that fully realise the eastern magnificence described in tho ever popular tale . The ballets , invented by Signer Francesco , are perfectly charming , and well deserve the encomiums bestowed npon them . Finally , but by no means of the lease importance , there is a ,-capital company engaged for its representation , which includes Miss Edith Bruce , who could hardly be surpassed for a dashing Aladdin , Miss Emma D'Auban the graceful dancer , Miss Susie Vaughan
Miss Minnie Irish , Miss Alice Mori and Messrs . Mat Robson , Hogarth , Inch , Kitchen and tho spritely John D'Auban . Altogether it is an amusing and brilliant spectacle , and as there is always the afternoon performance it is a capital place for Paterfamilies to take fche boys and girls without keeping them out beyond their usuil bedtime . The directors delicately hint thafc the best new year's present is their guinea season ticket , which , as it affords amusement for twelve months , is certainly cheap at the price .
Empire . —It cannot be denied that the usual programme at most music halls ia capable of improvement , noither can ifc be concealed that the most ardent supporters of tho variety entertainment have frequently expressed their opinion that it is capable of brighter and better things . Wo can therefore congratulate Bro . George E Iwardes on the honourable sentiments by which he has been
actuated iu breaking away from tho old lines and presenting an item that appeals equally fco the sympathies and intelligence of his audience . Wo refer to the engagement of Miss Amy Roselle , tbe talented and popular actress , who has been induced by Mr . Edwardes to give a series of dramatic recitals , tho subject matter being
constantly changed . The brilliant reception accorded to Miss Kosolle sufficiently justifies the prognostications of tho genial manager , though we may perhaps be excused if we intimate thafc ono picco is hardly sufficient to satisfy the audience . Tbo fanciful spectacle of " Tho Paris Exhibition " aud tho gorgeous " Dream of Wealth " aro
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still included in the programme , which this week has also included Marinelli , the man serpent , a wonderful contortionist , the clever Crnggs acrobats , tho sisters Watson , Chas . Godfrey , T . W . Barrett , Bonnie Kate Harvey and the vivacious Vanoni .
" Cyrils Success , by II . J . Byron , will bo reproduced at tbe Criterion to-night ( Siturday ) . The cast includes Messrs . David James , Leonard Boyne , Arthur Elwood , II . Saker , Scott Buist , G . B . Phillips , H . Maxwell , G . Stanton , G . Fredericks ; Mesdames Olga Brandon , Compton , F . Fiances , E . Brunton , E . Vining .
Mr . Georgo Alexander will commence a season at the Avenue on Saturday next , 1 st February , with a one act drama by Mr . F . W . Broughton , entitled " Fool ' s Mat » , " and an adapted French farcical comedy by Mr . Hamilton Aide , which will be called " Dr . Bill . " Mr . Ah xan . 'lor will bo supportod by Messrs . Fro brick Terry ,
Nutcombe Gonld , Benjamin Webster , G . Capel , H . Grattan , R . V . Shone , and Chevalier ; Mesdames Robins , Carlotla Leclereq , Marie Linden , Mary Kingsl ^ y , Gracio Muriello , Laura Groves , Edith Kenward , and Fanny Brough . Mr . R . D'Albertson will , as usual , look after tho front of tho hi nso .
Mrs . Langtry , who has secure 1 another lease of St . James ' s , will reopen that theatre on Tuesd iy next , tho 28 th iust ., with Shakespeare ' s delightful comedy , "As you like ifc . " Pinero's successful comely , " Swoet Lavender , " will reach its ( 383 rd and final performance this ( Saturday ) evening .
Notwithstanding reports to tho contrary , Miss Cissy Grahame will be the sole lessee of Terry's daring Mr . Terry ' s eight months' absence , and will commence her season , about 1 st February , with a now three act farcical comedy , by Jerome K . Jerome , in whioh Messrs . W . S ,
Penley , W . Lestocq , F . Kerr , Oscar Adye , Mesdames Gertrude Kingston and Cissy Grahame will appear . The above will be Miss Graham ' s own venture , and she has secured the services of Mr . H . T . Brickwell to look after her business interests .
Onr good friend and Brother Dr . Corrio Jaokaon , F . R . C . S ., haa ar . ganized a concerc and entertainment , whioh will be given nnder the patronage of the Very Worshipful Rro . Richard Eve and Very Worshipfnl Bro . F . A . Philbrick Graud Registrar , iu aid of the funds of the Royal Masonio School for Boys , in St . Andrew ' s Hall , Newman
Street , Oxford Street , W ., this ( Saturday ) evening , 25 th Jaauary , at eight o ' clock . The following artistes have kindly consented to give their services : —Mesdames . Atkinson , Norman , Marsh ; Messrs . Richard Evans , Franklin Clive , Pascal Taylor , Walter Lindo , ltutfcer ;
Polytechnic School Choir ( Mr . Egerton Choir Master ) , Mr . Charles Bertram and Mdlle . Patrice , the celebrated drawing-room illusionists . Professor Arnsfcein ( Violin ) . Mr . Edward R . Terry will preside at the Piano . Tickets—5 s , 2 s 6 d , and ls .
The first of the series of exhibitions to be held at the Crystal Palace in 1890 will be the Stanley Show of Cycles , which opened , for eight days , on fche 24 th instant , to 1 st February inclusive . Last year the exhibition occupied the whole of the grand central nave , as well as the north-western courts , and was unanimously pronounced to b e
the largest aud finest show of cycles ever held . This year's show , however , will be still larger , the demand for spaco being so great that ifc has been found necessary to utilise the concert room also . The pantomime " Aladdin" will be performed every afternoon , and also on Tuesday , Wednesday , Thursday , and Saturday evenings .
Obituary.
Obituary .
BRO . JOHN KEARSLEY .
GENKEAL regret has been caused in Ripon by the announcement of the death of Bro . John Kearsley , J . P ., which occurred on the 14 th instant , after an attack of enteric fever extending over 28 days . Tha progress of tbo disease has been watched with great anxiety by his family and a
great circle of friends . The deceased was exceedingly popular in Ripon , and won the esteem and respect of all classes by his liberal support of all institutions which tended in any way to improve the people . He was a son of the late Mr . John Kearsley , of Prospect House , Ripon ,
and a member of the firm of Messrs . R . Kearsley and Co ., the well-known varnish manufacturers . Bro . Kearsley was a member of the Prince Leopold Mark Lodge , No . 352 . He was 45 years of age , and a widower ; he leaves a son and daughter .
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The mayor of Reading , Bro . J . T . Dodd , was last Tuesday afternoon installed as Worshipful Master of the Union Lodge , No . 414 , at the Masonic Hall , Reading , in tho presence of several Grand and Provincial Grand Officers , aud a numerous body of members and visitors . The ceremony was performed by Brother R . 0 . Mount .
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The Theatres, &C.
THE THEATRES , & c .
Garrick . — " La Tosca " continues to hold the boards at the Garriok , and should do so for a long time to come , if there is any drawing power in tho most accomplished acting to bo seen in town at the present time . The plot of the story need not be told . Four persons stand out in the play and engross the spectator ' s attention—Floria Tosca , Baron Scarpia , Count Mario Cavarodossi , and Caesare
Angelotti . Mrs . Bernard Beere's rendering of Floria Tosca is almost above criticism . Whether as a jealous woman who madly loves a husband she unconsciously betrays to his doom , or as a loving woman who overwhelms her husband with caresses , or as a bating woman who goads Scarpia into fury by her sharp-tongued repartee , or as the murderess who stabs Scarpia to escape the dishonour of his lust , or
as the despairing woman who joins her dead husband by throwing herself over the ramparts of the castle , —her acting is magnificent . Here we see the whole range of human passion—love , hate , jealousy , despair—and the spectator can only say , " She does not act Floria Tosca , she is Floria Tosca . " The strain of the part , both on mind and body , must be tremendous . Mr . Forbes-Robertson , aa Baron
Scarpia , reaches a height to which he has never before attained . He completely realises the character—earthly , sensual , devilish—of the Governor of the Castle of St . Angelo . One criticism suggests itself . His manner shows a refinement which we should hardly expert iu a man like Scarpia , who has admittedly risen from the ranks . Mr . Lewis Waller's performance aa Count Cavarodossi is unequal ; he is , however , exceedingly good in the torture scene . Mr . Herbert Waring ,
as Angelotti , is disappointing—his enunciation is much too rapid to be clear , and there is no need for the slurring of words . Tbe caste as a whole is very strong . For the acting of the small part of Gennarino , Miss Bessie Hatton deserves a word of commendation . "La Tosca" ought nofc to be missed by the playgoer who likes to see good acting , and whose nerves are strong enough to enjoy the succession of horrors whioh Sardoa has weaved into a most enthralling story .
Terry ' s—Miss Annie Irish , a young actress of much promise , gave a matinee here last Tuesday , when she produced her new play entitled " Across Her Path . " The play is founded on the novel by Miss Annie S . Swan , and points the moral that to ensure happiness there must be perfect confidence between husband and wife . Owing to the concealment of certain circumstances , trouble overtakes
Barbara Dale after her marriage with Sir Adrian Severne , as a different interpretation is placed upon her conduct by Jasper Leigh , which might have been averted had she confided in her husband . Of course all comes right in tbe end , but the story is much too slight for four acts , and will require considerable condensation before it can be submitted with any hope of success to an evening audience . Miss Irish displayed muoh power in her portraiture of the heroine .
Mr . Oscar Adye was Sir Adrian , and Mr . Henry Pagden played with care and earnestness the uncomfortable part of Jasper . A well written character , Elspelt Carmiohael , was depicted by Mrs . E . H . Brooke in so admirable a manner that she shared the honours of the afternoon with Miss Irish , and Miss Le Thiere was also well placed as genial Lady Bassett . The front of the house was as usual well looked after by Bro . H . T . Brickwell , the acting manager .
Crystal Palace . —The pantomime of " Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp " has now extended its course into the fifth week without showing any sign of decrease in popularity ; and this is hardly a matter for astonishment when we reflect upon the care that has been taken in every department to make the production a success . In fche first place the book , written by Mr . Horace Lennard , is entirely
free from vulgarity yefc causes roars of laughter ; the music , by Mr , Oscar Barrett , played by a magnificent orchestra , is bright and jovial ; while Mr . F . Fenton illustrates the story by a series of beautiful pictures that call forth tbe rapturous applause of the audience . The fancy of the costumiers appears to havo had free scope , for there are hundreds of costly dresses , glowing with colour ,
that fully realise the eastern magnificence described in tho ever popular tale . The ballets , invented by Signer Francesco , are perfectly charming , and well deserve the encomiums bestowed npon them . Finally , but by no means of the lease importance , there is a ,-capital company engaged for its representation , which includes Miss Edith Bruce , who could hardly be surpassed for a dashing Aladdin , Miss Emma D'Auban the graceful dancer , Miss Susie Vaughan
Miss Minnie Irish , Miss Alice Mori and Messrs . Mat Robson , Hogarth , Inch , Kitchen and tho spritely John D'Auban . Altogether it is an amusing and brilliant spectacle , and as there is always the afternoon performance it is a capital place for Paterfamilies to take fche boys and girls without keeping them out beyond their usuil bedtime . The directors delicately hint thafc the best new year's present is their guinea season ticket , which , as it affords amusement for twelve months , is certainly cheap at the price .
Empire . —It cannot be denied that the usual programme at most music halls ia capable of improvement , noither can ifc be concealed that the most ardent supporters of tho variety entertainment have frequently expressed their opinion that it is capable of brighter and better things . Wo can therefore congratulate Bro . George E Iwardes on the honourable sentiments by which he has been
actuated iu breaking away from tho old lines and presenting an item that appeals equally fco the sympathies and intelligence of his audience . Wo refer to the engagement of Miss Amy Roselle , tbe talented and popular actress , who has been induced by Mr . Edwardes to give a series of dramatic recitals , tho subject matter being
constantly changed . The brilliant reception accorded to Miss Kosolle sufficiently justifies the prognostications of tho genial manager , though we may perhaps be excused if we intimate thafc ono picco is hardly sufficient to satisfy the audience . Tbo fanciful spectacle of " Tho Paris Exhibition " aud tho gorgeous " Dream of Wealth " aro
The Theatres, &C.
still included in the programme , which this week has also included Marinelli , the man serpent , a wonderful contortionist , the clever Crnggs acrobats , tho sisters Watson , Chas . Godfrey , T . W . Barrett , Bonnie Kate Harvey and the vivacious Vanoni .
" Cyrils Success , by II . J . Byron , will bo reproduced at tbe Criterion to-night ( Siturday ) . The cast includes Messrs . David James , Leonard Boyne , Arthur Elwood , II . Saker , Scott Buist , G . B . Phillips , H . Maxwell , G . Stanton , G . Fredericks ; Mesdames Olga Brandon , Compton , F . Fiances , E . Brunton , E . Vining .
Mr . Georgo Alexander will commence a season at the Avenue on Saturday next , 1 st February , with a one act drama by Mr . F . W . Broughton , entitled " Fool ' s Mat » , " and an adapted French farcical comedy by Mr . Hamilton Aide , which will be called " Dr . Bill . " Mr . Ah xan . 'lor will bo supportod by Messrs . Fro brick Terry ,
Nutcombe Gonld , Benjamin Webster , G . Capel , H . Grattan , R . V . Shone , and Chevalier ; Mesdames Robins , Carlotla Leclereq , Marie Linden , Mary Kingsl ^ y , Gracio Muriello , Laura Groves , Edith Kenward , and Fanny Brough . Mr . R . D'Albertson will , as usual , look after tho front of tho hi nso .
Mrs . Langtry , who has secure 1 another lease of St . James ' s , will reopen that theatre on Tuesd iy next , tho 28 th iust ., with Shakespeare ' s delightful comedy , "As you like ifc . " Pinero's successful comely , " Swoet Lavender , " will reach its ( 383 rd and final performance this ( Saturday ) evening .
Notwithstanding reports to tho contrary , Miss Cissy Grahame will be the sole lessee of Terry's daring Mr . Terry ' s eight months' absence , and will commence her season , about 1 st February , with a now three act farcical comedy , by Jerome K . Jerome , in whioh Messrs . W . S ,
Penley , W . Lestocq , F . Kerr , Oscar Adye , Mesdames Gertrude Kingston and Cissy Grahame will appear . The above will be Miss Graham ' s own venture , and she has secured the services of Mr . H . T . Brickwell to look after her business interests .
Onr good friend and Brother Dr . Corrio Jaokaon , F . R . C . S ., haa ar . ganized a concerc and entertainment , whioh will be given nnder the patronage of the Very Worshipful Rro . Richard Eve and Very Worshipfnl Bro . F . A . Philbrick Graud Registrar , iu aid of the funds of the Royal Masonio School for Boys , in St . Andrew ' s Hall , Newman
Street , Oxford Street , W ., this ( Saturday ) evening , 25 th Jaauary , at eight o ' clock . The following artistes have kindly consented to give their services : —Mesdames . Atkinson , Norman , Marsh ; Messrs . Richard Evans , Franklin Clive , Pascal Taylor , Walter Lindo , ltutfcer ;
Polytechnic School Choir ( Mr . Egerton Choir Master ) , Mr . Charles Bertram and Mdlle . Patrice , the celebrated drawing-room illusionists . Professor Arnsfcein ( Violin ) . Mr . Edward R . Terry will preside at the Piano . Tickets—5 s , 2 s 6 d , and ls .
The first of the series of exhibitions to be held at the Crystal Palace in 1890 will be the Stanley Show of Cycles , which opened , for eight days , on fche 24 th instant , to 1 st February inclusive . Last year the exhibition occupied the whole of the grand central nave , as well as the north-western courts , and was unanimously pronounced to b e
the largest aud finest show of cycles ever held . This year's show , however , will be still larger , the demand for spaco being so great that ifc has been found necessary to utilise the concert room also . The pantomime " Aladdin" will be performed every afternoon , and also on Tuesday , Wednesday , Thursday , and Saturday evenings .
Obituary.
Obituary .
BRO . JOHN KEARSLEY .
GENKEAL regret has been caused in Ripon by the announcement of the death of Bro . John Kearsley , J . P ., which occurred on the 14 th instant , after an attack of enteric fever extending over 28 days . Tha progress of tbo disease has been watched with great anxiety by his family and a
great circle of friends . The deceased was exceedingly popular in Ripon , and won the esteem and respect of all classes by his liberal support of all institutions which tended in any way to improve the people . He was a son of the late Mr . John Kearsley , of Prospect House , Ripon ,
and a member of the firm of Messrs . R . Kearsley and Co ., the well-known varnish manufacturers . Bro . Kearsley was a member of the Prince Leopold Mark Lodge , No . 352 . He was 45 years of age , and a widower ; he leaves a son and daughter .
Ar01104
The mayor of Reading , Bro . J . T . Dodd , was last Tuesday afternoon installed as Worshipful Master of the Union Lodge , No . 414 , at the Masonic Hall , Reading , in tho presence of several Grand and Provincial Grand Officers , aud a numerous body of members and visitors . The ceremony was performed by Brother R . 0 . Mount .
Ad01103
/"( OLEMAN'S LIEBIG'S EXTRACT OF MEAT and MALT \ , > WINK . —A 2 s Oil hottlc of this celebrated wine sent freo by Parcel I \ tst £ or 33 stampa . Over 2 , 000 testimonials received from mciUc ' aV moc , COLEMAN & CO ., LiiiiiW ) , NORWICH . Sold everywhere .