On at 8.32, 8 min, full stage. A pretty girl who was one of the features of “The Little Cherub”. A remarkable toe and contortion dancer, almost in a class with Bessie Clayton and Dazis; in fact I think that in time she will be a better dancer than either of them.
On at 7.51, 10 min, in 2; special set. Curtain rises upon a dark stage, the lights go up slowly, showing Paganini’s Ghost standing apparently in front of the doorway of an old church or castle. “The Ghost” plays three selections upon the violin, the last two with piano accompaniment, and plays them remarkably well. IN fact, he is in my opinion the equal of any violinist I have heard in vaudeville. As the third selection draws to a close, the lights die down and at the finish the curtain falls upon an absolutely dark stage, making a very effective ending. I consider this an excellent high-class musical novelty, and think it worthy of booking at the money we are paying, $125. Would have given him a much better spot on the bill, had it been possible.
On at 6.44, 15 min full stage, 5 min close in 1, 20 min in all; 3 shows. The well-known Indian magician. A very valuable 3-a-day; always does well here. I think by taking the best of his tricks and cutting him down to 12 or 15 minutes, he could hold an early place on almost any bill.
IN “The Latin Quarter.” Miss De Costa is assisted by four boys. IT is a very pretty act. The stage setting is very beautiful, and the boys are very good singers. There is enough of comedy to kill a monotony of too much singing. Mis De Costa makes three changes of costume all of which is very pretty. The act went very well, and I consider it a very valuable act to book for next season, and is sure to make good on any bill. 17 minutes, full stage.
Man and woman. This is one of the best musical acts I have seen for some time. They are both very good musicians, and it makes a very good entertaining act. The main feature of the act being some bells which Mr. Almont plays. Each tune coming from a different bell. He received several encores on this. It is an act I will be glad to have any time. Went big. 16 minutes, full stage and close in one.
Musical Novelty. Two men, one working straight, the other is a German comedian. These people carry a special set representing a flower garden and use the different flowers as their instruments. They also do some straight musical stuff. A very clever novelty musical act. 16 min. Full stage, Close in one, Four Min. doing Comedy and giving imitation of a German band on cornets.
28 min, F.S. A ripping good act, well constructed and presented. Five people in all. Set represents interior of Curio-museum. A precious old Egyptian jar arrives, which, upon being shaken, sets free a very lovely little genie. Lines and business irresistible right up to the finish when Pat wakes from slumber to ‘find it all a dream.’ An act that would not fail to score anywhere. Big closing hand, and curtain-call
13 min. in 1. The same swaggering, bragging, good-humored Irish ‘Hag’ of yore, getting hold of her audience quick and clinching them to the finish. A big card for this house. Laughter and applause for everything she does whether she really deserves it or not. Three curtain calls after ‘McCluskey.’ Maggie wins on hands down. Will draw well this week.
18 min, F.S. close in 1. Act was cut from 30 to 18 min. after first performance to improve it. Local combination, recently playing ‘Faust’ in its entirety at the Academy of Music with great success. Make good impression in splendid costumes, and all sing with grace and sureness showing long training. Will draw strong this week on account of the local popularity of the four artists. Closed to big hand.
This is one of the best acts I have ever seen for some time. Plenty of comedy, also good singing. Miss McKenzie has a very beautiful soprano voice, and Mr. Shannon is a very good Baritone singer. Up to this time the act was the hit of the bill. Receiving several curtain calls. 23 minutes, full stage.
