Picture sheet in one, about 15 minutes. At both performances this feature of the show was roundly applauded. The machine worked perfectly, and if the initial performance is to be a criterion of what is to follow in this line, The Kinetophone will find a most appreciative following.
Two young girls of pleasing personality, giving several songs and imitations with piano accompaniment. Their voices are pleasing. Presume they would be capable of doing better, if the act were staged properly. However, the jury seemed to appreciate their endeavors. Fourteen minutes, in one.
Gymnasts. Really too good to sacrifice in this position. They give a series of new and original stunts in gymnastic work, using a balancing board, each appreciated and given a rousing hand. Could be used further in two. Six minutes.
Talking movies, showing “The Descriptive Lecture” retained the second week and the “Quarrel Scene from Julius Caesar,” both excellent films. While the audience does not give the subjects any great amount of applause, presume they are appreciated. Business is big, probably due to the exceptional strong bill surrounding the pictures.
Musical act. Centre door fancy. Well staged. French man and woman. Playing the largest instruments in the world, invented by Mr. Gouget, 15 minutes. Went good.
Three men and one woman in a George Ade sketch, “Speaking to Father.” A capital comedy playlet, very capably presented. Went big throughout and finished strong. Dark Fancy in 3. 20 minutes. (Springfield, Mass)
Man and woman. Songs and dance and talk, in straight and character work. Some pretty fair spots, but all in all did not make much of an impression. No finish worth talking about. Special in 2, olio in 1. 21 min. (Open)
The dramatic sketch, “An Object Lesson.” An intensely interesting situation involving the old question of the “triangle,” presented in a new light. One of the best bits of character acting on the part of Mr. Thompson that we have ever seen and his supporting cast is competent. An act that will be a distinct credit to any bill. F.S.
“The English Johnnie and the Cop.” A good act. The Englishman is one of the best we have seen and there are lots of laughs scattered through the act. Also one clever song. Made good and received a number of encores. In one
Man and woman, singing and dancing on a miniature stage. A nice little act for opening position, such an act as is necessary to play once in a while for the children. F.S.
