Widow by Proxy Opens to Glowing Hilarity at Cohan Theater
In New York's Broadway scene English actors dominate at the moment but May Irwin stars in Catherine Chisholm Cushing’s farce Widow by Proxy at the George M. Cohan Theatre. The play centers on Dolores Pennington and Gloria Grey as they improvise a widowhood ruse exposing class and romance with brisk humor and strong company support led by Irwin.
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The Kiss Waltz at Grand Opera House with Valeska Suratt
Valeska Suratt stars in The Kiss Waltz an operetta from Vienna at the Grand Opera House on March 9 and 10. The production promises lavish New York Casino settings stunning gowns by Melville Ellis and a top supporting company. The score by Ziehrer praised in major cities and a light humorous plot centers on Guido Spini and his romantic entanglements with Nella and the Countess amid dramatic misunderstandings. The show aims for high comedy and gay Viennese color in a premier theatrical presentation.
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Preacher Lectures In Jail Then Is Arrested For Chicken Theft
In Scranton Pennsylvania James Johnson spoke at county jail services on larceny and urged inmates to avoid theft. After services he returned home where an officer served a warrant for chicken stealing and Johnson was jailed within hours.
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O Briens Minstrels to Perform in San Antonio at Grand Opera House
Neil O'Brien arrives with his own company headlining a costly new minstrel show at the Grand Opera House on Saturday March 8 with matinee and night performances. The production features two sketches Following the Flag and A Touch of Nature, with elaborate scenery and a large supporting company.
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Not Letting Thoughts Outpace Feet In The Kiss Waltz
Theodore Loraine explains dance requires feet following thoughts while promoting The Kiss Waltz featuring Valeska on March 9 and 10. He recalls Broadway success, notes coordination is key, calls dancing play and mentions workouts and perspiration as part of the art.
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The Kiss Waltz Returns in Original Form to City
The piece described as the famous year and a half New York Casino musical success, The Kiss Waltz, is staged in precise original form this city. Management denies any second company exists, and dancers note the mental effort behind the art amid spills and tumbles on stage.
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Clever Playlet In 1999 At The Plaza This Week
A brief item notes a Clever stage playlet titled In 1999 appearing this week at the Plaza. The notice highlights theater programming and venue event details for local readers.
Bouncer to Aid Street Car Passengers
Milwaukee street cars will employ an official bouncer during rush hours after a state railroad commission decision. The active, able bodied man will stand at the front door of all P. A. Y. E. B. cars between 5 and 6 30 o clock to accelerate movement of passengers in Madison Milwaukee area.
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London Police Department Coverage and Size
The London police department embraces nineteen thousand persons and covers about seven hundred square miles.
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