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The Theatres, &C.
THE THEATRES , & c .
Olympic . —Miss Agnes Hewitt having returned from a most successful provincial tour , decided to ro-open thi" th" -. tre at popular prices for a summer season , and on Wodnosda ev-oing this lady revived that interesting melodrama , "Tho I'uiiitamau . " At the time of its production we gave a full account of the play , and it
now only remains for us to say that every one of the startling situations , such as the railway accident and mnrder , aro onoo more set forth in all the horrors of realisation . The piece loses by tho absence of Mr . Willard , but a capital substitute has been found in Mr . Edward O'Neill , who makes Richard Dngdale as thoroughpaced a scoundrel
as might be wished . Mr . J . G . Grahame resumes his old part of Tom Lidstone , and is as manly as before , while Mr . F . Motley Wood repeats his interpretation of Collins in capital style . Mr . G . H . Harker is a bright and interesting Fred Fordyce , and Mr . Charles
Dodsworth is amusing as Bastick . Miss Agnes Hewitt now undertakes the part of Lizzie , and by careful acting manages to gain the sympathy of her audience . The other parts are well filled , and judging from the way in which the piece was received , is likely to prove as successful as of yore .
Comedy . —That most amusing farcical comedy " The Arabian Nights" is still running strong , notwithstanding that the 200 th performance was celebrated some time ago . That Mr . Grundy ' s piece should prove such a success we cannot wonder , for it is full of smart dialogue and funny sayings , and ono cannot fail to thoroughly enjoy
it . Since its production the piece has been touched up here and there with advantage , and the company that interpret it do it ample justice . Mr . Wilfred Draycott has taken tho part origiual played by Mr . Hawtrey , aud makes Arthur Hummingtop a very amusing character , while Mies Cissy Grahame is a charming Mrs . Hummingtop .
Of Miss Lottie Venne and Mr . W . S . Penloy we cannot speak too highly . These two are so intensely amusing that they keep tho house in a continuous roar of laughter , and we may say , withont fear of contradiction , that the success of the piece is mainly duo to these two clever artistes . An interesting little piece , entitlod " Sunset , " is the curtain riser and is well worth seeing :.
Alliambra . —It is evidently the intention of the direotors of this popular place of amusement to do all in their power to make the programme as attractive as possible , and their latest venture is sure to be greatly appreciated . We may at once say that a more beautiful and artistic ballet than " Autiope" could hardly bo conceived . In
every detail it is perfect , while the colours and dresses are of the brightest description . Tho ballet has been arranged and iuvented by Signor E . Casati , with dresses designed by Wilhelm . Tho story is fairly easy to follow , but this is only a mere detail . Of course the great thing is the grouping , and here tho inventor has scored
wonderfully . Every figure is arranged in masterly style , while the dances are both pretty and artistic . Another important feature is the music , composed by M . Jacobi , which is of his usual tuneful description . SI . Jacobi has written number after number of taking
character , while his admirable band docs them full justice . The principals in the ballet are Signorina Bessona , Mdlles . Cossio , Corniani , Roffey , and Marie . Tho variety artistes who snpport the programme are well selected , including several well-known favourites .
Notes on the Handel Festival . —The statement—doubtless made by some unappreciated foreigner or hypercritical amateurthat the English are not a musical nation , has r > eti refuted in a most marked manner during the past week by the thousands who have assembled at the Crystal Palace to hear the sublime music of the
great genius whoso memory is kept green by these triennial festivals . Handel , though born in Saxony , may justly be considered an Englishman both by his naturalisation and his compositions , and it is in his oratorios that ho is heard to the best advantage . Considerable improvement has been made iu tho chorus this year by the importation
of fresh young voices , whilst the splendid training they have received enabled the singers to present their work in as highly finished a manner as their more experienced colleagues could have done . The chorus numbered about 3 , 500 , being equally divided into soprani , alti , tenors , and basses ; and the Orchestra was increased to 500 . It
is doubtful whether the great composer ever dreamed of such a splendid rendition of his works . The effect upon the vast audiences was something more than a mere pleasurable excitement , and rather justified Handel ' s assertion with regard to the " Slessiah" that he should wish his listeners to become better people . No section of the
community is better able to appreciate the religion that pervades Handel ' s works than Freemasons , and it is therefore not surprising that they gathered at Sydenham in large force . The grip or token was continually being exchanged , as we came across Worshipful Masters , Provincial Grand Officers , with Secretaries and members of
various Lodges situated both near and far . It is not our intention to give a critical detail of the Festival , suffice it to say that on Monday the " Messiah" was given ; Wednesday was devoted to a selection from several of Handel's works , including the Coronation Anthem " Zadok , the Priest , " given in commemoration of the fiftieth
anniversary of Her Majesty s coronation , and on Friday " Israel in Egypt " was rendered . The principal luminaries in the lyric world were engaged for the solo music , so that the company were determined that nothing should be left undone to secure the same success as its previous performances ; and it is difficult to conceive what will be
their position at the next Festival , for on all sides it is acknowledged that the latest rendering of the '' Messiah " is the finest ever heard . Mr . Santley , who was in excellent voice , is quite a veteran at these festivals , this being his ninth appearance . Madame Patey has assisted on six previous occasions , while Madame Trebelli and Mr . Edward Lloyd have now also made that score . Madame Albani ia
The Theatres, &C.
also well known at Sydenham , and the two fair Americans , Mesdames Valleria and Nordica met with an excellent reception . Mr . August Slanns again conducted , and may sincerely be congratulated on the splendid success achieved . As a proof of the success of " Sweet Lavender , " we may mention
that it was played for the hundredth time at Terry's theatre on Tuesday last , before a crowded house . Tho business with this piece is enormons , the house being crowded niaht after night . " The Real Little Lord Fauntleroy " is also proving a great success iu the afternoons at this theatre .
Tho Marquis de Louville is kindly working a benefit , to take place at Putney on tho 10 th July , for tho benefit of that old aud valued actor , Mr . John Vollaire . A good programme will be provided and excellent patronage is anticipated .
Sir . S . Jerrard , an elocutionist of repute , will conclnde his series of dramatio recitals tit Stein way llall this ( Saturday ) afternoon . M . Jerrard has had the satisfaction of seeing large audiences assemble to hear him in this fashionable bull .
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The Theatres, &C.
THE THEATRES , & c .
Olympic . —Miss Agnes Hewitt having returned from a most successful provincial tour , decided to ro-open thi" th" -. tre at popular prices for a summer season , and on Wodnosda ev-oing this lady revived that interesting melodrama , "Tho I'uiiitamau . " At the time of its production we gave a full account of the play , and it
now only remains for us to say that every one of the startling situations , such as the railway accident and mnrder , aro onoo more set forth in all the horrors of realisation . The piece loses by tho absence of Mr . Willard , but a capital substitute has been found in Mr . Edward O'Neill , who makes Richard Dngdale as thoroughpaced a scoundrel
as might be wished . Mr . J . G . Grahame resumes his old part of Tom Lidstone , and is as manly as before , while Mr . F . Motley Wood repeats his interpretation of Collins in capital style . Mr . G . H . Harker is a bright and interesting Fred Fordyce , and Mr . Charles
Dodsworth is amusing as Bastick . Miss Agnes Hewitt now undertakes the part of Lizzie , and by careful acting manages to gain the sympathy of her audience . The other parts are well filled , and judging from the way in which the piece was received , is likely to prove as successful as of yore .
Comedy . —That most amusing farcical comedy " The Arabian Nights" is still running strong , notwithstanding that the 200 th performance was celebrated some time ago . That Mr . Grundy ' s piece should prove such a success we cannot wonder , for it is full of smart dialogue and funny sayings , and ono cannot fail to thoroughly enjoy
it . Since its production the piece has been touched up here and there with advantage , and the company that interpret it do it ample justice . Mr . Wilfred Draycott has taken tho part origiual played by Mr . Hawtrey , aud makes Arthur Hummingtop a very amusing character , while Mies Cissy Grahame is a charming Mrs . Hummingtop .
Of Miss Lottie Venne and Mr . W . S . Penloy we cannot speak too highly . These two are so intensely amusing that they keep tho house in a continuous roar of laughter , and we may say , withont fear of contradiction , that the success of the piece is mainly duo to these two clever artistes . An interesting little piece , entitlod " Sunset , " is the curtain riser and is well worth seeing :.
Alliambra . —It is evidently the intention of the direotors of this popular place of amusement to do all in their power to make the programme as attractive as possible , and their latest venture is sure to be greatly appreciated . We may at once say that a more beautiful and artistic ballet than " Autiope" could hardly bo conceived . In
every detail it is perfect , while the colours and dresses are of the brightest description . Tho ballet has been arranged and iuvented by Signor E . Casati , with dresses designed by Wilhelm . Tho story is fairly easy to follow , but this is only a mere detail . Of course the great thing is the grouping , and here tho inventor has scored
wonderfully . Every figure is arranged in masterly style , while the dances are both pretty and artistic . Another important feature is the music , composed by M . Jacobi , which is of his usual tuneful description . SI . Jacobi has written number after number of taking
character , while his admirable band docs them full justice . The principals in the ballet are Signorina Bessona , Mdlles . Cossio , Corniani , Roffey , and Marie . Tho variety artistes who snpport the programme are well selected , including several well-known favourites .
Notes on the Handel Festival . —The statement—doubtless made by some unappreciated foreigner or hypercritical amateurthat the English are not a musical nation , has r > eti refuted in a most marked manner during the past week by the thousands who have assembled at the Crystal Palace to hear the sublime music of the
great genius whoso memory is kept green by these triennial festivals . Handel , though born in Saxony , may justly be considered an Englishman both by his naturalisation and his compositions , and it is in his oratorios that ho is heard to the best advantage . Considerable improvement has been made iu tho chorus this year by the importation
of fresh young voices , whilst the splendid training they have received enabled the singers to present their work in as highly finished a manner as their more experienced colleagues could have done . The chorus numbered about 3 , 500 , being equally divided into soprani , alti , tenors , and basses ; and the Orchestra was increased to 500 . It
is doubtful whether the great composer ever dreamed of such a splendid rendition of his works . The effect upon the vast audiences was something more than a mere pleasurable excitement , and rather justified Handel ' s assertion with regard to the " Slessiah" that he should wish his listeners to become better people . No section of the
community is better able to appreciate the religion that pervades Handel ' s works than Freemasons , and it is therefore not surprising that they gathered at Sydenham in large force . The grip or token was continually being exchanged , as we came across Worshipful Masters , Provincial Grand Officers , with Secretaries and members of
various Lodges situated both near and far . It is not our intention to give a critical detail of the Festival , suffice it to say that on Monday the " Messiah" was given ; Wednesday was devoted to a selection from several of Handel's works , including the Coronation Anthem " Zadok , the Priest , " given in commemoration of the fiftieth
anniversary of Her Majesty s coronation , and on Friday " Israel in Egypt " was rendered . The principal luminaries in the lyric world were engaged for the solo music , so that the company were determined that nothing should be left undone to secure the same success as its previous performances ; and it is difficult to conceive what will be
their position at the next Festival , for on all sides it is acknowledged that the latest rendering of the '' Messiah " is the finest ever heard . Mr . Santley , who was in excellent voice , is quite a veteran at these festivals , this being his ninth appearance . Madame Patey has assisted on six previous occasions , while Madame Trebelli and Mr . Edward Lloyd have now also made that score . Madame Albani ia
The Theatres, &C.
also well known at Sydenham , and the two fair Americans , Mesdames Valleria and Nordica met with an excellent reception . Mr . August Slanns again conducted , and may sincerely be congratulated on the splendid success achieved . As a proof of the success of " Sweet Lavender , " we may mention
that it was played for the hundredth time at Terry's theatre on Tuesday last , before a crowded house . Tho business with this piece is enormons , the house being crowded niaht after night . " The Real Little Lord Fauntleroy " is also proving a great success iu the afternoons at this theatre .
Tho Marquis de Louville is kindly working a benefit , to take place at Putney on tho 10 th July , for tho benefit of that old aud valued actor , Mr . John Vollaire . A good programme will be provided and excellent patronage is anticipated .
Sir . S . Jerrard , an elocutionist of repute , will conclnde his series of dramatio recitals tit Stein way llall this ( Saturday ) afternoon . M . Jerrard has had the satisfaction of seeing large audiences assemble to hear him in this fashionable bull .
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TIE FRHJMSaf $ CHRONICLE , A . Weekly Record of Masonic Intelligence . Reports of Onitod Grand Lodgo are publisho 1 with tho Spocial Sanction of H . R . H . tho Priuco of Wales the M . W . the Grand Mastor of England . rnilE FREEMASON'S CHRONICLE will be forwarded direct x from the Office , Belvidere Works , Hermo 3 Hill , Pentonville . N ., on receipt of Post Office Order for the amount . Intending Subscribers should forward their full Addresses , to prevent mistakes . Post Oilico Ordors to be made payable to W . W . MORGAN , at Pentou Stroot Office . Cheques Grossed " London aud Couuty . " The Terms of Subscription ( payable iu advance ) to THE FREE - MASON ' S CHRONICLE are—Twelve Slonths , post free - - £ 0 13 6 Six Slonths , ditto - 0 7 0 Three Mouths ditto . 0 3 6 SCALE OF CHARGES FOR ADVERTISEMENTSPer Pago £ 8 8 0 Back Page £ 10 10 0 Births , Slarriages and Deaths , Is per line . General Advertisements , Tr \ do Announcements , & c , single column , 5 s per inch . Double column Advertisements Is per line . Speoial terms for a series of insertions on application . Advertisers will find THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE an exceptionally good medium for Advertisements of every CIUHS . Agents , from whom copies can always be had : — Slessrs . CURTICE and Co ., 13 Catherine Street , Strand . Slessrs . H . DARBYSHIRE and Co ., 9 Red Lion Court , E . C . and 43 A Slarket Street , Slanchester . Mr . RncniE , 6 Red Lion Court , E . C . Slessrs . SIMPSON Bros ., Shoe Lane . Sir . H . SIMPSON , 7 Red Lion Court , E . C . Slessrs . W . H . SMITH and Son , 183 Strand . Slessrs . SPENCER aud Co , 15 Great Queen Street-, W . C . Messrs . STEEL and JONES , 4 Spring Gardens , Charing CroBs . Sir . G . VICKERS , Angel Court , S'riud . Sir . H . VICKERS , 317 STRAND .
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BRO . G . S , GRAHAM , The Popular Tenor and Buffo Vocalist , from St . James ' s Hall , Crystal Palace , & e . IS OPEN TO ACCEPT ENGAGEMENTS FOR € smaxte , ( Bnhxtmmnmh # glabrae § anniu . ts . Bro . G' S . Graham ' s Party of Eminent Artists can be engaged for Masonic Banquets , Consecrations and Installations , & c . For Opinions of the Proas and Terms , address—G . S . GRAHAM , Hazeldean , Cornford Grove , Balham , Surrey
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FUNERALS properly carried out and personally attended in London and Country , by Bro . G . A . HTTTTON , 17 Newcastle Street , Strand , W . C . Monuments erected . Valuations made .
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Free by Post , Price One Shilling . THE REVISED BOOK OF CONSTITUTIONS ; CBITICALLY CONSIDERED , AHD COMPARED WITH THE OLD EDITION . A SERIES OF ARTICLES , REPRINTED FROM THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . LONDON : W . W . MORGAN , BELVIDERE WORKS , PENTONYILLE ; SIMPKIN , MARSHALL & Co ., 4 STATIONERS'HALL COURT . AND OF ALL BOOKSELLEBR ,