Rhondda Leader Maesteg Garw and Ogmore Telegraph

Amusements. Tivoli, Pentre A capital programme, including quan- tity and quality, is provided this week. The appearance of Consul" upon the Tivoli stage will set many of the patrons thinking of the nossibilities of the fur- ther evolution of the anthropoid ape. This chimpanzee—one of the most intelligent species of apes and entirely distinct from the monkey species—has already lived to the age of over 7t years; many of these Trgars he has spent in captivity, consti- I tuting a record, since the period of cap- tivity for chimpanzees is usuaiiy less tnaii two years. His present conditioii 9 health indicates that Consul may live for many more years. The chimpanzee is structurally similar to a human being, except for a slight defect in the thumbs of hand and large fingers of toes. He is able to eat, dress and undress exactly like a man. and has learnt manv of the habits appertaining to men. His clever cycle riding, including trick cycling, is the result of only three months' training. He rides an inverted bicycle upon the stage ?uite skilfully, and in this respect per- orms an unusual feat. In addition to the above expensive item, the Borelli Duo appear here for the first time, we believe. Their turn is very unique. Their ren- ditions of Italian. German and French comic songs cause continuous laughter. Both Signor and Madame are excellent vocalists and actors, but the final duet, entitled "The Cats' Duet," must be heard before any, idea of its success can be imagined—tremendous applause is the result. Another remarkable turn was that given by Mahatma, queen of second sight, and Prof. E. W. Steer. How the former accomplishes the difficult feats with such marvellous rapidity astonishes the audience. The stage witnesses are amazed, and so is each member of the audience. A different programme is given each evening. There are other good turns in the programme, including Arthur Albert, the Zanfrellas, Poole and Maguire, who have an original altercation in a duet; also Jack Dawe, comedian; Geo. Greewill, a popular dame comedian; and Emma Don, a male impersonator. The Tivolisoope also displays a good series of pictures.

Hipnodrome. Tonypandy. Elrov, the armless wonder, appears at the Hippodrome this week with great success. Minus his two arms, he makes his feet take the place of hands and per- forms many things which the majority of men more fortunately blessed could not do. EIroy is not only a skilled cartoonist, but a clever painter and instrumentalist, as well as a crack shot. His performance is nothing short of being wonderful. Nance Elder is a clever chorus song singer, whilst the Veroniques are much appreciated in their sketch, The Mes- senger and the Maid." Will Owen, come- dian, and a fine series of bioscopic pic- tures complete a good all-round pro- gramme.

Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. Mr. J. A. Campbell's admirable com- pany occupies the boards of the Royal tljfcs week in the decidedly attractive play, "The Old Folks at Home," which is being received by much. enthusiasm by the audiences each evening, and is cer- tainly well worth seeing. The scenery is far above the average, and the acting throughout deserving of the highest praise. Miss Maude Warburton is a charming actress who carries out her part of "Dorothy Robin" (afterwards Lady Keiiilworthi) with a true conception of every detail. The character, Andrew Ross," is a fine exposition of capable act- ing by Mr. Wilson Coleman; the old folks, Christopher Robin," the farmer (Mr. H. Sainsbury), and his wife, Martha (Miss Clara Santly), are both admirably impersonated. That Lord Kenilworth (Mr. Frank Listor) and his friend, Patricia Bathurst" (Miss Kate Froude), properly interpret their repel- lant characters is plainly evinced by the appreciative resentment of the audience. Much amusement is introduced by Miss Ada Frank as "Susan Giles," by Mr. Geo. Scully as "Ben Jolly," and Messrs. Wm. Miles and Harold Shuter as the footmen. The other characters are well sustained, and the plantation melodies given by the Excelsior Quartet most pleasing. Next week, The Eyes of the World," a domestic drama of modern French Society, will be produced at the Royal. This admirably constructed play shows the infelicity and tragedy someti-mes resulting from the French matrimonial system. It is a plav with a motive, worked out to an artistic and natural finale. The eminent London actress, Miss Ethel Van Praagh will appear as the wronged wife, Helene de l'Orme," and the production should attract crowded. houses to this '1-u\T'lln. T'lo 1'\0. f\.ç .r)'1"YIo"C'ln.I"Vtn.n-4- pvpiuai ¥J.(.1iVO vi J.Uu.'Vl;-1"CfV.

Empire, Tonypandy. For a good all-round programme com- mend us this week to the Empire. The bill is replete with good things, each turn being awarded unstinted praise and applause. Ihe chief attraction this week is Chas. Whittle, the renowned London comedian, who established himself prime favourite with the audience with his initial bow on Monday evening. Charles has a repertoire of excellent songs, most of them funny, some decidedly hilarious. His Come and have a drink with me was the hit of the evening, and many, no doubt, would fain accept the invitation of so oourtly an entertainer. I'm Billy Muggins was also a great success, the ladies present being particularly struck with Billy's quizzical smile and "knowing" ways. "Let's all go down the Strand" and The Girl in the Clogs and Shawl" were also appreciated, the homely appeal in the latter song going straight home. Another turn which can be voted a great success was G. W. Blythe's musical scena, "The Toilers," introducing Nellie Brierley, the Lanca- shire pit-brow soprano. Miss Brierley, who is unfortunately a cripple, has a trained voice of extensive compass, her trilling notes in Sing, Sweet Bird being greatly admired. The pit-top scenery also, adds a distinctive note to the performance. Brothers Lavelle., comedy acrobats, are performers of a very high order, as also are Bowman and Morton, in Mixed Pickles," depicting situations which are side-splitting. Witty Wattie Walton is a gentleman with a style aggressively his own. As Boots he is decidedly original, and sundry gems of philosophical thought are interspersed with spasmodic attempts at boot cleaning. His impersonations of various nationalities are rich, whilst his football interlude is- Wattie's! Musical Silvo presents a turn Qf a different character. Silvo has an array of musical contrivances from which he draws forth sweet harmony, but the most striking portion of his turn is his performance with such unromantic, everyday things as glasses of water. These under Silvo's touch send forth tones of the finest quality, and he is accorded a splendid applause for his excellent per- formance. Jack Smiles, the gentleman with the yellow bow, is a stepper of first- rate quality, as also are the O'Gorman Brothers, who received rounds of well- merited applause for a decidedly clever piece of dancing. Dolly Clyffe, Mamie Cannon, and the Empiroscope pictures complete a splendid entertainment.

Opera House Treherbert. For the first three nights of this week, at the above theatre, Miss Marie Dagmar's brilliant company presented the romantic Venetian drama, entitled "The Tyrant." The house was well crowded each evening, and this success was well merited. Opera House patrons were delighted with this play, which is f ouiidecl on Victor Hugo's great masterpiece. As the piece was being presented, it was evident to the audience that the play had been worked up with great ingenuity. The talented work of the artistes was readily recognised, and the audience, carried away with enthusiasm, applauded vociferously. Miss Marie Dagmar as "Tisbe," Mr. Percy Follis as Homodei" (the avenger), and Mr. Roy Fortescue as Angelo (the tyrant) were the stars in this powerful company. One of the favourite Rhondda com- panies, viz., Miss Inez Howard's, is staged on Thursday, Friday and Saturday even- ings this week. The drama, entitled Through the Divorce Court," is being presented under the direction of Mr. Chattel. The merits of this renowned play are well known to the numerous patrons of the Opera House, but every- one who pays the theatre a visit during the latter part of this week will be thoroughly entertained.

Cardiff Empire. Lamberti and Lew Lake Next Week. Lamberti, the brilliant musical imper- sonator, who has been such a huge suc- cess at the London Hippodrome, and who hails from Cardiff, heads the bill at the Cardiff Empire next week, He is an accomplished musician, as clever with the violin as he is at the pianoforte, and in addition to his skill as an executant he possesses a marked capacity for original composition. Lamberti is an Englishman, but for some time he has been living in Canada and the States pursuing a musical career, teaching music; conducting operas, composing vocal and instrumental works, and giving entertainments, at one of which he was" discovered and offered a three weeks' engagement at the London Hippodrome, where he proved an instant success. Hie turn includes the imper- sonation of Gounod, Lizst, Joachim, and Paderewski. His study of Lizst, in which he plays Rubenstein's Melody in F, is a masterly performance, and one which invariably brings down the house. The famous Cockney comedian, Lew Lake, will present the popular comedy- drama, "My Pal Jerry." These interest- ing stage cracksmen have a further series of adventures, which, however, end in disaster and the death of Jerry, who with his pal has been sentenced to Portland, and is shot in the back by a warder whilst attempting to escape from the quarries. Other attractions include the Sisters Geretti, in their wonderful trapeze act; Victor Travers, the quaint comedian; Carl Howard, assisted by Miss Lily Foy, in a medley of fun and magic; Mabel Sinclair, the lady ventriloquist; Walter Aubrey, wooden shoe dancer; and Rita Rhylle.

New Theatre, Cardiff. Next week, the patrons of this theatre will have the opportunity of renewing acquaintance with Oscar Straus' melodious and. successful operetta, A Waltz Dream," and it is interesting to note that the company organised by Messrs. George Edwardes and Charles Frohman for its representation is an extremely strong one, comprising as it does" at least six artistes who are entitled to stellar rank. Seldom have provincial playgoers the opportunity of seeing Mr. Robert Evett, the popular primo tenore of comic opera, but he will again appear here as Lienteuant Niki," the part which he created in the original production of "A Waltz Dream at the Hicks Theatre last year. She will be supported by several celebrated artistes, the following being a few of the principals:—Miss Maudie Thornton (" Franzi "), Miss Daisy Lehay ("Princess Helene "), Miss Amy Augarde Friedrike"), Mr. John F. McArdee ("Joachim"), Mr. Leslie Holland ("Count Lothor"), Mr. Willie Warde, junior (" Max "), Miss May Marton (" Fifi "), and Miss Jessie B rough ton (" Marta "). There will be a powerful and well-trained chorus. The scenery and costumes are all new. A ladies' orchestra, numbering fifteen, will play on the stage in act 2. The local orchestra is to be increased by eight soloists brought from London, and will be conducted by Mr. Carl Kiefert. The play has been produced by Mr. J. A. E. Malone, and the general manager is Mr. H. Cecil Beryl.

Reano and His Band. The Great Beano at Tonypandy. Next week the Tonypandy public will have the unique opportunity of hearing at the Hippodrome, Tonypandy, the finest band in the world now appearing. It is iiot.ofteii that in a music-hall programme such an item is submitted, and the cir- cumstances connected with their incep- tion as a "turn" are quite interesting. Reano, of course, is a word to conjure with, and the famous combination of talented musicians, headed by a worthy grandsire of the founder, well maintain, if not eclipse, the traditions of the illus- L:J THE GREAT REANO. trious family. Having a world-wide con- nection on the concert platform, and having the honour of appearing before the leading Sovereigns of Europe, it was the farthest thought of young Reano to appear on the music-hall stage until a shrewd and discerning vaudeville magnate conceived the idea. For a moment Reano scorned the suggestion, but after the offer of perhaps one of the largest fees ever paid in the history of the halls," he succumbed. That the habitues of the halls heralded the advent of such a skil- ful band is more than amplified by the fact that at the London Coliseum and London Hippodrome, record audiences were the order for night after night. Such was his success that he was imme- diately booked for a tour of the principal halls of the world. Reano himself is a personality; in fact, so much so that he has been termed the Modern Svengali," a nom-de-guerre not inaptly bestowed. That he possesses a hypnotic influence over the men under his baton is not un- certain, as a review of his extraordinary exertions and attitudes during the per- formances will testify. Tall, distinguished looking, and possessing a wealth of black flowing hair, so synonymous with the musical profession, he would give one the idea at first glance of being rather an eccentric. That old adage, First impres- sion is everything," again comes in. Reano is more than eccentric. His con- ducting at times is weird. In the per- formance of Tschaikowsky's 1812 he must traverse miles. First to the clarionets, then to the drums, next to the brass and a sort of spasmodic even time" sprint to the chimes and vice versa, and at the conclusion he retires fairly "beaten." To Reano it must be hard work, but his idiosyneracies and gyrations tend to bring every ounce out of his talented coterie. Of course, his efforts are vociferously applauded, and from his acknowledgment Reano is more than rewarded for his mental and physical exertion. Mr. Stone, of the Hippodrome, is to be 'congratulated on his good fortune in securing him for his only vacancy for the next five years. He sails for America very shortly, and will endeavour to show our Yankee cousins that the London Press were correct in their headline: Sbusa1 outdone."

Treorchy Chamber of Trade. This energetic Chamber have repeated their appeals to the Taff Vale Railway Company for a covering over the Treorchy Station platform. At the last meeting, held at the Workmen's Institute," the secretary, Mr. Tom Morgans, submitted the Company's latest reply, which stated they would further consider the matter. INCORPORATION. It was decided to hold a public meeting to discuss the Incorporation of the Rhondda. Local Councillors will be invited to express their views on the matter. MORE GAS COMPLAINTS, The Secretary read the Rhondda Coun- cil's reply to the Chamber's appeal for a better supply of gas. General com- plaints had been received from business establishments as to the shortage of gas, especially on Saturday evenings. The Council promised to give attention to the matter if the names and addresses of complainants were furnished. Votes of thanks to Mr. E. S. Morgans (chairman) terminated the meeting.

.i ■■ „ — PBSaBSa— Palace, Porth Proprietors POOLE'S THEATRES Co., LIMITBD Managing Dnector Mr. C. W. POOLE. Acting and District Manager .„ Mr. WALTER BYNORTH 00 -W 6.45 jL.31 8.45 Trains from all parts, to and fro, to suit each house. Special Trams leave the Palace after each Performence. Monday, November 29th 1909, and during ihe weekt Special Engagement and First Appearance of MOLLY O'CONNOR, Character Comedienne. AUSTIN RUDD CLAUDE GARDINER, •kigbk Vocal Comedian and Chorus The Great London Comedian, in his humorous Songs & Parodies SISTERS GLADWIN, Duettists and Novelty Dancers, intro- FRANK MAURA, The Mexican Wonder, in his Dexterous and ducinS "The APache Dance." Incomparable Performace. THE PALASCOPE THE MOSAICS Comedy Duo, in their Screaming Sketch, In a Grand Series of Up-to-date Films Weekl Y. The Suffragette." STOWE BROS., Novelty Equilibrists. See their wonderful C Leaps. A Novelty. An Original Act. Captain Kettle and his Charming Mate. THE PALACE BAND of Selected Musicians One of the Best in the Provinces. Conductor—Mr. STUART LANE. CIRCLE, 1/- (Early Door, 1/3 Reserved, 1/3). BALCONY &PIT, 6d. (Early Doors, 9d.) GALLERY, 3d. (Early Door Early Doors, 6.25 and 8.25 Ordinary Doors Open at 6-35 and 8-35. Bicycles Stored in a Special Room Free of Charge. CHHDIDir THEATRE OF EJVIRIRIEI VARIETIES, TONYPANDY. Proprietors The Tonypandy Empire Theatre of Varieties, Ltd. Resident Manager Mr. S. M. B. Hoole 6-30 Two Performances Nightly. 8-45 Monday, Nov. 29th, 1909, and during the week. FRANCINI OLLOMS and PAGE In. a Variety Entertainment, including Juggling, Acrobatic & Comedy Tumbling. BIJOU RUSSELL, Dainty Star Comedienne FYNN & FAYNE, in a Screaming Comedy Act, The Author and the Critic." LILY HILL, Versatile Entertainer. THE MARVELLOUS DAYS, in their Extraordinary Entertainment of Thought- reading and Second Sight. BABY MYRTLE GROVE, Comedy Coon Singer and Dancer. WILLIAMS & WARDEN, Irish Vaudeville Act, "Mr. Dooley." HARRY LIOKSON'S Acrobatic Dogs. EMPIROSCOPE, Entertaining and Interesting. Sidney dames Strolling Players In their Old Englsh Pastoral Entertainment. Note the Prices.—GALLERY, 3d. (Saturdays, 4d.); PIT, 6d.; OIRCIE & STALLS, Is. GRAND CIRCLE, 1/6: ORCHESTRA STALLS, 1/6; BOXES, 10/6 (to seat 5), SINGLE SEATS, 2/6. Advance Booking for' every Performance without extra charge. Note the Times.—First House: Doors op en at 6.15, commence at 6.30 p.m. Second House: Doors open at 8.30, commence at 8.45 p.m. All Children must be paid for. Seats not guaranteed. No money returned. The management reserve the right to refuse admission. TIYOLI JtL Palace & Hippodrome, PENTRE. Proprietors POOLE'S THEATRES, Limited Acting Manager Mr. JAMES GUNN Monday, November 29, 1909, & Twice Nightly during the Week Twice Nightly: 6-45 and 8-45. First performance between 6.45 and 8.45. Second performance.between 8.45 and 10.45. Open at 6.35 and 8.35. Early doors at 6.25 & 8.25. Trams and Trains to suit each performance In their lastest Acrobatic Comedy Sketch-" NAXILAILAY. A Sketch Brimful of Comedy and Skill. LITTLE DOT MOSS, the Toy Comedienne. Banjo Player and Dancer. GEORGE YORKE, Vocalist and One-Legged Dancer. A Unique Speciality by ENZER, late Sergt. Major Instructor H.M., Army Gymnastic Staff, the Soldiel Juggler, Sword Expert, &c., assisted by Miss CLARICE, the Lady Ju-Jitsu Expert. CHARLES WOODWARD, the Popular Topical Light Comedian. ANNIE ELDRA, Comedienne and Chorus Singer. THE TIVOLISCOPE in a Fine New Series of Up-to-date Films Weekly. ™A.r 8 COLLEGE GIRLS THE TIVOLI BAND of Selected Musicans. One of the best in the Provinces. CIRCLE, 1/- (Early Doors, 1/3, Reserved at 1/3). PIT, 6d. (Earlv Doors, 9d. Gallery, 3d (Saturday, 4d) Early Doors, 4d. OPERA HOUSE TREHERBERT Proprietors Poole's Theatres, Limited Three Nights Only, commencing Thursday, Dec. 2nd First Visit to Treherbert of the Famous WELSH COMEDIAN from the Moss & Stoll, and all the Principal Syndicate LONDON HALLS- TOM JONES and Company, in a Screamingly Funny Farcical Comedy, Taffy Was a Welshman Teeming with Comedy, Life, Colour and Action throughout. The Popular Welsh Comedian-TOM JONES as "Taffy.' Nightly at 7-30. Doors open at 7-15. Early Doors at 7. First Circle 2s.; 2nd Circle Is. 6d.; Pit ls.; Gallery 6d, Early doors, 3d. extra to all parts. E CARDIFF MPIRE (QUEEN STREET) M Managing Director. OSWALD STOLL TWICE NIGHTLY— 6.45 and 9 o'clock Seats booked daily by Poet or Tele. No. 625 Nat Monday, November 29th, 1909, and P during the Week. LEW LAKE & COMPANY, in "MY PAL JERRY" A sequel to the "Bloomsbury Burglars." I Four Great Scenes. A Colossal Comedy Co. WALTER AUBREY, a Wonderful Exponent o Wooden Shoe Dancing. SISTERS GERETTI, Wonders on the Trapeze; VICTOR TRAVERS, The Quaint Comedian. "The Vanishing Lady." A Unique Concoction RCARL HOWARD, Assisted by Miss Lily Foy of Comedy and Magic. MABEL SINCLAIR. The Premier Lady Ventriloquist. N Ihe Bubble and the Sunbeam." ERITA RHYLLE, In an Artistic Scena entitled- THE AMERICAN BIOSCOPE, Shewing New Pictures. LAMBERTI, The Genius and the Living Portrait Padere wski, Joachim, Gounod, Lizac, Hollom. So Royal CLARENCE THEATRE PONTYPRIDD. Monday, Nov, 29,1909s 7 & 9 ) Twice Nightly I 7 & 9 THE THEATRESCOPE with all the Latest Pictures. Montague Beaudyn (Sole Proprietor of "A Traitor Prince," "Send Him Victorious," The Power of a Wicked Woman," and "For Honour and Revenge" Companies), submits the Great and World-famous Drama, entitled, A Beautiful Fiend NEXT SUNDAY GRAND PICTORIAL CONCERT Centre Circle, 2/ Side Circle, 1/6 Pit, 1/- Gallery, 6d. Doors open at 7.10, commence 7.40. Early Doors 3d. extra to all parts. NEW THEATRE, CARDIFF. 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Palace Porth. The star turn at the Palace this week is an uncommonly good one, viz., a dramatical sketch, England in Danger or. Rule Britannia and God Save the King." The plot, which is cleverly worked out, is very original. The dramatic art displayed by all the artistes concerned is of the highest. The interior of the fort overlooking the Thames, and the destruc- tion of the enemy's Dreadnought, are two scenes well worth seeing, the latter giving a fine example of mechanical arrangements upon the stage. The sketch is well appreciated. Another excellent turn is that of Monroe's Comedy Team, a troupe that is responsible for uproarious laughter. The great Schiavonis Troupe of comic acrobats are exceedingly clever, Miss Ella particularly so. The Sisters Edwards (Lucia and Clara), vocalists, dancers and drummers, are charming and very entertaining. They evoke loud ap- plause. Marion Armitage, the merry comedy girl; the Great Vincent, acrobatic table expert; J. J. Mannix. the coffee- coloured coon, are also very fine artistes. The De Breans, Japanese entertainers and the world's premier sciographers, are worthy of the applause recorded them. Little Dot Moss, the dainty toy come- dienne, is superb, winning the audience instantly. The Palascope pictures, as usual, are quite up-to-date.