Bruce, Duffet and Co.

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A novelty playlet, called "Thru the Keyhole," presented by Bruce, Duffet and Co., followed. The principals evidently have aimed to get away from the conventional in presenting this domestic comedy, but the manner of opening the story, which is supposed to be witnessed through the keyhole, by busy servants of the household, is poorly worked out and the playing of the entire piece is not up to big time caliber. The theme is novel, but while it carries an unexpected climax and a comedy line finish, it lacks the big punch necessary to get this sort of sketch over. It was only fairly well received by the usual capacity audience at the first matinee.
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Variety, 53:13 (02/21/1919)