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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1906
Page
25
A dramatic review condemns The Clansman as a dramatized nightmare that exploits sensational melodrama over dramatic truth. It contrasts Southern reconstruction depictions with ethical limits, praising some actors while denouncing the work’s political provocations and incoherent plot, voiced through a cautious critique of Dixon's handling and Lynch’s controversial mulatto leadership.
The article surveys the evolution of female roles on stage from Shakespeare to 17th century England and Germany, noting early female appearances, debates on whether women acted, and licensing changes. It references Mrs Hughes as early an English actress and cites Duke de Grammont and Charles II on women’s parts, with commentary on modern stage practice and actors like Ann Hitrichstein and Sam Bernard.
Brander Matthews argues drama embodies the noblest form of literature, calling forth the highest literary faculties. It builds character, stands on its own, and speaks for itself, exemplifying direct artistic power.
Violet Houk of this city earned high praise in last Sunday's Brooklyn Lagle profile. The article notes her stage potential and debut, mentioning her as the fading heroine in The Volunteer Organist and her loan to a traveling company for extra practice. It highlights her looks and emotional range and foresees a bright future with George C. Hazleton's new comedy. Majestic concert tonight features a moving picture program with Descriptive pictures and Mr Thomas Moore performing.
Italian singer Caruso recalls bel canto tradition and his masters from church choir to the press. He emphasizes listening to audiences, critics, and public response as key teachers forming his craft and career.
Notes from a theater column listing M B Leavitt's nine musketeers company and numerous stage moves. Mentions Clansman, Harry Rapley in New York, Madge Leasing Paris, John Drew and Margaret Mington in His Home in Order, Secah Bernhardt at a Little Rock pavilion, Rothern and Julia Marlowe ending Frohman stars in Des Moines, Longworths at Bela, Mizpah at Majestic Boston, George Leonard writing vaudeville sketches, Clara Bloodgood re starring in a Clyde Fitch piece, The Girl Patsy in New Haven, Mary Ryan in title role, Mabel Kipp in Peter Pan, Reginald De Keven completing The Student King score, Easter week in Paris, Robert Hickman declining CCats Tyler Stock Co. role, Margaret Arnold praised for Arthur portrayal, Daly's spring at Garrick, and plans by Liebler & Co. for a midwestern circuit. Odette Tyler to lead The Heart of Maryland company with other cast members. Norstrom joins Henry Dixey in The Man on the Box at Belasco. Nordstrom noted.
Charles Frohman signs contracts with Edith Wharton and Clyde Fitch to dramatize The House of Mirth with no story changes. Lily Bart will be treated as in the book, premiere planned for early September in New York, Wharton to assist rehearsals, and Frohman cites a record season of multiple productions and new stars to come.
Yvette Guilbert, famed Paris chanteuse, appears at the National under Charles Frohman for two matinees next Thursday and Friday at 4:30 pm. She presents two sections, Chansons Pompadour and Chansons Crinoline, with elaborate costumes and vivid acting. Teamed with violinist Armand Forest and pianist Richard Hageman, she garners high praise for enunciation and expressive range.
Burr McIntosh begins second installment of illustrated talks on the Rast expedition to the Philippines and China next Monday. Lincoln J. Carter debuts The Eye Witness at the Academy, followed by Robert B. Mantell’s Shakespearean week at the Columbia. Helaneo hosts Henry E. Dixey in The Man on the Box, with a Grace Furniss dramatization. Mabel McKinney, Marlton Macy, Maud Edna Hall, Julius Tannen, Waterbury, Tenny, Parros, Jimmy Barry, the Arlington Four, and motion pictures highlight a varied bill. Miss Henrietta Crosman appears as Rosalind in As You Like It at the National for three nights starting March 19, supported by Garrick actors. Dwight Elmendorf lectures on Morocco and Seville March 20.
Debuts noted include Miss Nordstrom in The Kleptomaniac at the La fayette Belasco in February 1M4, and Florence Roberts in The Strength of the Weak on Broadway April 2. Critics praise Nordstrom amid Willow, and J Connolly caricatures in The Squaw Girl of the Golden West. Shuberts plan The Social Whirl for March 19 in Philadelphia with Doty Herbert and Kerker. Desires, Sousa’s first opera, debuted November 184 at Havlin's Philadelphia theatre with Hopper and McCall Opera Company entourage.
Special Correspondence from New York discusses Francis Wilson and Lawrence D Orcay in The Mountain Climber and The Embassy Bat, Shaw shifting to Sibsey and the further changes, plus MacLaren’s The Redskin. It contrasts old and modern mimetic acting, notes Stoddart’s versatile style, and critiques the plays’ staging, authenticity, and Belasco influence with emphasis on performance vs authorial originality.
A boastful anecdote recalls Lackaye in a private car scene with the Trilby company en route from the Pacific to Quest. In Green River Springs a Sioux asks 25 dollars for a horn chair. Lackaye bargains to 7.25, trading clothes and wigs as security while the train moves. Brice of Union Pacific was present as secretary.
Pittsburg Gazette reports actress Eva Bennet of the Perge from Paris company will wed Capt. Grian Clyde Cullen U S Army. Known in army circles he hails from White Sulphur Springs West Virginia and owns large preserves. He also maintains a law practice in Montreal and is credited as the inventor of the Cullen half bearing. He is a nephew of Minneapolis mayor Allen.
The remark contends that without native great writers American drama would remain unheard in the Congressional Library shelves where they are housed. It contrasts American literary potential with the vaulting of national archives and underscores a call for enduring immortal drama.
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