Musical extravaganza. “One summer’s day”. They do a very refined musical act, both Mr. West and Miss Van Siclen, are good musicians and make a fine appearance, handle their instruments well and make a hit with the audience. What little comedy they have is good. West is a good singer. Full stage, close in one. Time 21 minutes.
Sketch. “The arrival of Kitty McCarty”. Two men and woman in a comedy sketch. McCabe and Sabine are good comedians, and Miss Vera is a good dancer; there are some funny situations. The act went great here. Carry their own scenery. Full stage, close in one. Time 25 minutes.
A poor act from the fact that the animals are not properly trained, and cause bad breaks and hitches; otherwise it would be an excellent performance as the ideas introduced are novel and interesting, and the amount of material is not lacking. Full stage; time 14 minutes.
The Irish Alderman. As usual John is a hit from the start; he has introduced a few localisms which make everyone laugh and the antiquity of the rest of his offering is easily excused. Works in one. 14 min.
An illusionary act entitled “Wonderland” in which 16 girls make a pleasing picture in marching maneuvers, and are assisted by Charley Schrode as a clown pantomimist. The effect has a sufficient novelty to it make it a drawing feature. Full stage; time 15 minutes.
Imitations. Sullivan is an extremely clever mimic and his repertoire covers a large field, comprising Daniels, Sweatnam, Thornton, Haines Dockstader, John Kelly and his inimitable tough vaudeville performer. He makes a great hit, but would greatly enhance his offering if he would dress his characters and not render them all in the conventional frock coat. His copy of James Thornton is exceptionally good and was duly appreciated by the most generous applause. Works in one; time 17 minutes.
Country Girl Monologist. Her laugh is contagious and is a hit; she carries her audience with her from the start; the character of her songs and talk being new, she makes a decided success of her effort. Has a thorough control over her voice intonations; works in one. Time 20 minutes.
Gymnasts. Man and a woman, the latter doing a perch ladder act, which is very cleverly done, the startling climax of which makes quit a hit. Full stage; time 8 minutes.
Song and dance team; man and a woman. Fair opening act; though comedy part introduced very poor. The one foot endurance dance of Miss Wright the notable feature. All in one; time 11 minutes.
Contortionates. They should cut out the piano playing of Mrs. Pantzer, which is absurd. Their set is exceptionally finished in every respect, the two girls being very graceful and pleasing in appearance, and the man wonderfully clever with good comedy. Full stage; 13 minutes.
