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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 05, 1917
Page
6
A fragmented listing of show venues and acts in Sydney Adelaide and Brisbane including Tivol Vera Pearce Mai Macks Panis Merean Ter Majer and various performances like Much Ado About Wala and Capss Nemembe Kd with mentions of Her Majesty’s The Merry Wolo Saidy Lane and Tivol Root Inewre programs.
The piece surveys Melbourne theatre gossip and upcoming performances. It highlights Maude and Maire talents, a pantomime under Budd, and plans for new shows like The New York Times edger, The Red Widow and The Pink Lady. It details casts, rehearsals, and tours across Australia and New Zealand with various stars and companies.
Mabstre Morgan and Vera Pearce headline a week of performances at Sydney venues with mixed reviews. The piece notes vocal vigor, comedian dynamics, and notable casts in Works like The Gal in the Taniwha and Morocco music, alongside previews of new acts and matinee benefits at Her Majesty's and the Criterion.
The article chronicles early stage memories in Sydney from 1860s to 1900, detailing venues like the Gyéra House and Sydney Opera House, performances, notable actors such as Jolly Job Nast and Vernon, and changes in companies and managers. It reflects on the evolution of Australian theatre, key productions, personnel, and the shifting fortunes of the Opera House era.
Sydney Palace Theatre resumes showing with a fourhour edition of Look Who's Here. The program features Harold thelieve, Gramaiie, and a mix of songs, dances, and comic scenes. Performers include Cyril Northcote, Joe the Jockey, Sydney James, Connie Milne, and Jack Waller. The company promises lively, humorous entertainment and strong musical numbers, with plans for future engagements and railway department support.
The Green Room Megasine September issue mixes news and commentary with features and ads. It highlights Franke Maryon selections, a Mary Bat interview, and a Monte Luke artwork cover reproduction tied to Weslegstrip production prize. includes profiles of Kathlene MacDanel and Dora Brunian’s art.
A feature at the Wybourne Tivol Theatre highlights Nie Ruth Hyd described as a brilliant performer with a bold stage presence. Budd earns praise as a daring 40 minute singer and plans to tour Melbourne Theatre, while the chorus aims to elevate the show with strong performances.
A fragmentary list of players and roles from classic theater pieces. It names Louie, Lago, Lady Macbeth, Rosalind, Othello, Hamlet, and other principals with a number of performers such as Kean, Irving, Terry, Kemble, and Booth associated with various parts and shows.
A garbled OCR style note references a referee in France and readers being directed to scent and types of referees. It mentions a spell and a core, with an unclear response from a lady and others. The text is fragmentary and lacks coherent facts for a full report.
Soldiers in Showland and France send letters home praising troops, boxing and vaudeville shows, and shared amusements. A reader notes arrivals from Austin to Stowland, describes snowbound travel, and hopes for luck for the Yellow. The piece hints at censorship and sender changes within wartime correspondence.
Fragmented OCR recalls a touring stage troupe the J C Williamon Royal Opera Company in New Zealand. It mentions Dorothy Brunton and Maude Vane performing at Her Majesty's and a theatrical pantomime with musical comedy scenes and dance in a seaside setting, noting audience reactions and a forthcoming show.
The Tivol and King Theatre programs feature Harry Ronbury and Alice Bernellio with a four song vaudeville sketch, plus Camille Tro and Ruth Budd acts. Musical pieces by Ethel Catan and Florence Young headline, while Julius Cesar and Grandad Mudds stage plans are noted for upcoming shows.
On Saturday night the Turn to the Right Company produced belated Capitalaise in New Hemera and Theatre Boys! advertises other bills. Theatergoers would see Theatre Willa Anderson's Company presenting The Sorrows of Satan for several days, with changes in cast and schedule during the week.
Hobart a Temperance Mall venue hosts the Serenaders in their eighth week. Morley’s Revue Company follows at Temperance Hall as the act remains popular with audiences staying for the show.
Wellington crowds enjoy a burst of revue and musical comedy with J N Tait Company and Very Good Eddie Company touring, featuring star acts Connie Wdhus and Miss Maude Pane. Harold Bowden promotes next week’s season finale as Auckland and Brisbane tours resume alongside new Zealand opens.
Fragmented notes recount a Victorian era shooting event with references to winners, rounds, and competitors. Names like Calvousie and Prod J. Mitshell appear amid scattered scores and match progress, with unclear dates and venues but emphasis on rounds and outcomes. The text mentions a warling championship, consolation rounds, and various contestants such as Dawson, Parke, and Lattal, amid a noisy, partial record.
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