Dramatic Polls and Silver Screen Acts At Local Theatres
The week features Tom Mix in Six Shooter Andy at the Pall and a mixed program including The Australian wood-chopping act, a Mexican Romance, and dancing violinist solos. Brewster's Millions plays at Lyric, Mam'zelle comedy follows, Park hosts Nothing but Truth with William Collier in a three act farce, promising rapid turns of luck and truth centered humor. The season blends comedy, operatic flair, and lively performances with a large cast and fashionable costumes.
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Tom Mix
Fox Studios
Pall
Andy
H. Jackson
Otr
Mexico
Dolso
Zaronas
Mier & Lyles
Brewster's Millions
Brewster's Million
S. Z
Lyric Theater
Rewster
Poli
Milliam Collier
America
Parktheatre
Bionday
Jes Montgomery
Rae
Caiier
CaHier
Medal commemorating Lusitania sinking linked to Berlin plot
A long-rumored Berlin commemorative medal for the Lusitania sinking was allegedly struck and circulated to mark a supposed German victory. The piece features Death at a Cunard ticket office and carries warnings against contraband, tying to spy networks and a planned May 6 1915 sinking.
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Lusitania
Berlin
William J. Inn
United States Secret Service
Chic Flynn
Whartons
America
Ambriea
Cunard Line
Tikaiser
God
New York
Ireland
New York Times
Theda and Vampires Tease in Wild Women Talk
A reader notes how studios hype big budgets and star power for vampire thrillers yet deliver little impact. The piece quips about Theda Bara and Dorothy Dalton, asserting vampires ebb in fashion while cinema tries to wow audiences with glamour and danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theda
Dorothy Dalton
Parenger
Mary Thurman Designs Her Own Costumes in Film
Mary Thurman, noted for athletic acting and comedic talent in Paramount Mack Sennett comedies, designs her own costumes. Her latest Chinese silk negligee with black panels, salmon color, set to appear in an upcoming picture and may spark a new fashion trend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Thurman
Sennett
Tyre
Miss Thurman
Movie Dictionary Brings Fresh Wit From Brewster Editor
Fans glimpse a new motion picture dictionary by Alex Brewster, editor of Motion Picture Magazine. It includes humorous definitions of terms like Audience and Nose, and mentions his past work The Children magazine and paintings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Maeeng VY
Brewster
Alex Brewster
Paves B Hig
Nature
Sidney Drew
Yranktis Bushman
Flo Flo Changes in Theatrical Costumes Across Eras
The article contrasts Puritan era costume modesty with modern stage fashion. It notes earlier spends on costumes to garnish chorus and props, including ribboned spears, and observes how fashions now reflect discretion and current form. The piece treats evolving costume norms and the trends influencing theatrical dress.
Ilo-ilo at the Gort theater sets new stage dress standard
The review notes John Cort presents Ilo-ilo at the Gort theatre New York as a fresh sensation for jaded theatregoers. Chorus models wear negligees and lingerie as the plot follows Irlo Wo seeking a trousseau, with gauze and lace costumes parading before an admiring audience. The piece signals a shift in stage fashion and audience expectations.
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John Cort
Gort Theatre
New York
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Metro
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Miss Storey
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Mr. Osmiyn
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the Theatre of Quality
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Levino
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Schneider
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Benea
Charlie Espes
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Harry Kelly
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