Indianapolis Times, Volume 38, Number 231, Indianapolis, Marion County, 1 January 1927 — Page 5

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SPLENDID CAST DUE HERE IN ‘THE VAGABOND KING

Sir Harry Lauder Booked at Wurat for Two Performances Soon—Glenn Hunrtcr to Be Seen at English’s in His Success, 'T&tmg Wooriiey.’ English’s next week will be the meceti for music-lovers and playgoers not only of Indianapolis but of its far-reaching environs. “The Vagabond King, >> 'the a3iicu4alked-of musical play, it is given out, will appear in no ether city in the State, hence a vast volume of letters on Manager Ad, Miller's desk ordering seat reservations for the eight performances.

There will be matinees on Wedntij ■day and Saturday, Emphasis : also given the announcement then the performances at English’s nex: tvoek will start sharp at 8:15; tht matinees at 2:15, It is a 'three-hour show, with up wards of one hundred and twenty five people in the cast; eaila for threv extra-length railroad ears of scenic costuming and luminous effects, anc the stage settings are said to bt massive and ponderous in design, It ran 60? performances beforeleaving Broadway, New York, and *tis satd, could run 567 more, th; final three weeks of the Casine en gagement there being entirely soi: out, This appears to constitute p record quite unapproaehed by any similar stage offering in the East-, ern city, A special train of seven ears wi" bring “The Vagabond King'' and Up huge personnel to Indlanapeiid fra;-.-Detrolt, where eight weeks w<w played, The Justin Huntley JifeC arthj romantle drama, “If I Were King,” upon which, as most people knew, *'The Vagabond Kins" Is based, Mas first produced at the old Garden Theater, New York, about twenty five years ago, with K, H, Sothern as “Francois Villon, and Cissie Loftis as "Katherine de Vaueellea," Out ot the ©ld Sethern repertoire they have taken "If I Were King’ 1 and fashioned It intq a lovely ’and glamourous musical romance with a stirring score by Rudolf Friml; with a great, roaring chorus that the best music authorities admit linti been unequalled save on the grand opera Stage, The McCarthy hook was rewritten for lyrical use by W, H, I’ost, and Brlqjr Hooker provided the lyrics, James Reynolds, of Eieg. field Follies fame, designed the sets and the costuming, and the production was staged by Richard Boleslawsky, former assistant director of the Mqacow Art Studios, under the personal supervision of Russell Janney, the producer, ThS scene In “The Vagabond King" are laid In old Paris, timo af Louis XI, fifteenth century, and the story Is built around the lifo of Villon, vagabond-poet-thlef. The familiar narrative of how Louis XI, In a senile need of the grotesque planned to make king for a day tho vagabond one, only to hang him at nightfall; and how this grim jest was circumvented by love In time tor the final curtgin, is told In a magical blending of story nnd score, gainst settings said to be 'beautiful and traditional In character. Frlml Is said to have wlrtton some thrilling and thunderous choruses In "The Vagabond King" operetta, the "Song of the Vagabonds," perhaps, being the oustanding one 5f the ensembles. There are many pther gems whose melodies by this time are familiar In almost every household, such as "Only a Rose,” “Tomorrow,” "Love Mo Tonight,” “Huguette’s Waltz,” and "A Flngon if Wine,” the latter done by thirty male ehorlHters. Other noteworthy features of the visiting organization ire an orchestra of thirty, corps de pallet of fourteen, and some twentylive principals. These Include John Mealey, in the title part; H. Cooper Cllffe ns Louis VI, Mark Smith as Guy Tabarie, Uenevlove Wallin, lyrlo soprano, ns Katherine de Vaucelles: Ethel Paszlor, lyric soprano, as Lady Mary: Tano Victory, dramatic soprano, os Ruguelte; Frank Fanning as Sir Tristan, and Emil Hoch as Sir Ollvoi The ’ chorus numbers more than

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Radio Star Oca a; iho well-known en-toi-udnera of the radio, Jeanne AloSaitdrea, will appear at the Ck-pto t:a earning week as the stellar attraeliaa on the Circle siaa’e, Known wherever (hero is n radio, Miss Alexandres ims won the sobriquet of Um Tt&eo Girl of Radio, She Will b© presented in an original divertieeeaen: of melody on the Oirsle slaE'e, She will ha presented on the aii; from 7 to 8 e'elock Monday night from the studio e? the Circle Theater,

;iroe>BPore, The play is In four acts and seven scenes, TOUNfI WOODLEY” DI E YfHNGLISII’H NOON The celerity with which a young ad unknown author of a single play :-japed Into that fame which ia John ran Dru ten's without the aid of friends W even a&quaintaneea, and alien, moreover, to the venue of bis duaoeea, iu one of the noteworthy phenomena of latter day letters, The subject of the stubborn mystery (hat surrounds the authorship of "Young Woodley" Jong after its Bi-oadway apparition as a memorable play, is a very modest Englishman of 23, For a long time it appeared as If Mr, Van Druten were a myth, Nobody nail ever heard of him. The name might have been the pseudoyn for a ghost or a famous Englishman of letters, No information was to t>o had from any source abeuHhe author of (his play in an English hoy's school, For "Mr, Van Druten," whoever he was, had evidently written n play which he submitted through the mail to eertain English play agents. When the announeement was made that Basil Dean, distinguished British producer, and Georgs C. Tyler, the well-known American producer, -.pad both read the play and bought It within a day, "Mr, Van peuten” threw no fits of emotion, nor did lie break into the picture pages. And when British censors banned It for London production en the ground that Jt reflected on tho Engltsn school system, he sang no hate song, nor made mean of blisted feelings, Re merely took it quietly, sensibly—-and put in no appearance anywhere, Hubsequently the play went on In New York and then by dint of caiiling and correspondence Mr, Van Druten was eventually prevailed upon to tell something about himself. In short, John Van Druten Is his real name; he is very young, of limited means, depending upon lectures in a Welsh university at Aberystwyth for funds; he has wanted always to eome to America; would have coma over last winter to see his play, had not slender finances hindered. He has also said that there has been nothing remarkable fir unusual about his life, Jlo hnn always loved literature, and from boyhood has concentrated on the stage as an ultimate career, Up to this date he has written five plays -<nd has studied the stage In all its ’orms and manifestations with great avidity, Tho play discovered something which Mr, Van Druten, In all mod -sty, would naturally not talk about. This Is a strain of sympathy in hit haraotsr; a desire to help youns men along in some of the puzzles

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In considering the state of the theater at the close of the year and at the beginning of anew one, we will center our thought upon the local situation. During the past year several definite steps have been taken which will detennine the policy of amusements for some time to come in this city.

From a building standpoint, in iorest centers upon the building of the Indiana Theater on W. Washington St. In community amusements we have the Uptown, the Zorlng and other movie houses. The Play house, the new home of the Little Theater, has become definitely settled as a leal center. In vaudeville we have the Lyric Theater, completely done over, im proved and enlarged so that it is one of the commanding centers in this city. Extensivo improvements at E. F. Keith's places this theater In brigh: and attractive new dress. With Stuart Walker and Ills company that cloud their minds, especially when they undergo the pangs of immature love. lie never grows moral about it; he merely exhibits a fine understanding of the young man's mind and points a way, which the play discloses at the end, where this young Woodley walks out Into the world nfter a rearing experience of the heart, a better and a stronger boy. IIAKRV LAUDER . BOOKED AT Ml HAT Sir Harry Lauder, the famous singing comedian, who comes to tho Murat Wednesday, Jan. 12, matinoo and night, jokes, and Is often joked about his "farewell tours," but, ns a matter of fact, it will not be many years before the definite announcement of his retirement will bo made. Tho last time Sir Harry was In this country he declared that he was desirous of making a tour entirely around the world before retiring to his estate, known as Lauderdale, at Dunoon, Scotland, This statement Is recalled with much Interest at this time, because, slnco It was originally made, Sir Harry has circled the globe, giving performances even In India, Cnlna and the Straits Settlements. Having achieved this ambition, It Is only reaenable to suppose tha he Is serious'y thinking of giving up the stage to ead tho life of a Scottish laird. However, hls American tour Is all sot, -nd that retirement will not become in accomplished fact this season.

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there in the summer, this theater a now an all year house. The same is true with English's is Charles Berkell keeps it open in the early spring and all summer and •-•oud attractions are doing splendidly during the winter months. The Palace during the year has started several new policies, such as Fred Ardath and other orchestras. With the exception of the building of the Indiana, the uptown movie situation Is unchanged as we have the Circle, the Ohio, with its Charlie Davis policy; the Colonial, the'Apollo the lsi3 and other houses. The Munjt is the home of music and to numerous local presentations and special road bookings. In inusie last year, Ona B. Tal hot established a fine record as she was able to maintain her fine orchestral concerts. The Indianapolis Maennehchor, the Mendelssohn Choir, the Matinee Musicale and numerous other organizations and musical schools have brought not only th'e finest artists, but have been able to increase the music loving public. The school teachers of the city with their choral work and their professional concerts have had a most successful year. And so it seems to me that we

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SUN. MON.TUES.VED. ONLY B battle-scarred veteran—how could lize in this professional dancing man, ihe had never forgotten and still loved jmedy, pathos, exquisite appeal serve to picture beautiful, romantic and thrilling, lay de luxe, superbly presented—the most e screen production of the season.

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ao. i—John Mealey will bo seen as Francois Villon ill "The \ agabend King,” opening Monday ulffkt for the week r.i English’s. No. 2—Dunninger, mystery man, will be (he chief event all next week at B. F. Keith’s No. 3—Rosamond Tyler is a member of Kosemoiit Troubadours to l>e at the Palace the first half of next week. No. -I—Lewis and /Vines will he among the important people present at the Lyric next week.

start the new year with fine prospects. Ace Berry in speaking of the Indiana tells me: "The new Indiana Theater, the largest picture house in Indiana, which is now in the course of erection. is but one of the entertainment units of one of the largest amusement plants in America. "The entire structure is six stories in height and is located on W. Washington St. The basement of the building will be occupied by bowling alleys, while the theater will occupy the greater part of the building. It will seat 3,500 persons. "The facade of the theater will be done in elaborate Sisinish architecture, while the proscenium arch will be an intricate mass ofNbeautiful Spanish carved work. "The Spanish note will predominate throughout the theater us well as the ball room which will occupy the entire top floor of the structure. "The policy of the new house has not yet been announced, but It will be outstandingly modern In every respect and will bring to Indianapolis the latest word in entertainment. "The grand staircase of the Indiana will be one of the finest features of the showhouse. As yet no Indianapolis theater has the pretentious staircase which will be Incorporated In the Indiana. Marble and ornate beyond description of our contemporary theaters.”

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Bu United Press NEW YORK, Jan. I.—Carried from a bookseller's Job to a leading role In the movies on account of his resemblance of the late Theodore Roosevelt, Frank Hooper is trying to keep from sliding back to obscurity again, now that he has finished portraying the part of the colorful president in "The Rough Riders,” anew Paramount picture directed by Victor Fleming. Chance brought Hooper before the came, abut now he is Uic.o ... wants to stay. He feels that the fame that has come to him must spur him on to greater movie achievements. But Hooper has the problem of the "one-role” actor before him. Will the resemblance to Roosevelt that brought him his chance act against him in future efforts on the screen? That Is the question that Hooper and Paramount Officials would like to answer. “The Nightingale,” musical romance based on the life of Jenny Lind, is to open at the Jolson Theater early next month. The cast features Eleanor Painter, Stanley Luptno, Thomas A. Wise and Ralph Errolle. Edna Ferber’s successful , novel, "Snow Boat,” ia to grace the New York stage In the form of a musical comedy Flo Zlegfeld Is to present. Rehearsals are already under way. Victor Seastrom has been selected to direct Lillian Gish In "The Enemey”. He directed "The Scarlet Letter,” in which she recently appeared. Earl Carroll Is preparing anew edition of hls "Vanities” for presentation Jan. 3. It will contain a

ShoW3 to See For the visitor in New York looking for theatrical fare, the NEA Play Jury offers this dozen suggestions: I’lays "The Silver Cord.” “The Constant Wife.” "Ned McCobb’s Daughter.” “The Captive.” “The Play's the Thing.” “An American Tragedy.” "Daisy Mayme.” “Broadway.” With Music "The Desera Song.” George White's "Scandals.” "Pirates of Penzance.” "Oh Kay.”

number of English stars from Chariot's Revue. NOW LN VARIETY Maude Odell and Arline Fredericks, two well-known legitimate performers, have teamed in anew vaudeville act called "I Told You So,” by Gene Conrad, and will be seen over the Keith-Albee circuit soon.

SHUBERT-MORAT ORDERS NOV® NIG UT WEDNESDAY, JAN. T2l Tfto- Warld’* Greatest Hinging Comedian |f —— y I LUAM MOPpio ■ SIR HARRY LAUDffI “EVES! NEW" — IN NEW SONGS AND OLD FAVORITES COMPANY OF CLEVEP ElVrEßmttifcls “There Is Only One Harry Lauder”—New York Sun. ■ Prices—Night! 5?.75, $7.20, $1.65, sl.lO, TSc, Tax XnclmTc® Mat.: $7.20, $1.05, sl.lO, 75c, 50c. If Sale Open Sat.. Jam. 8.

ITiyNfki ; ONE WEEK only! Oi ULJtfll eJ BEGINNING MONDAY NIGHtI Eves, at 8:15 Sharp. Mats. Wed.-Sat. at 2:15 Sharp. Wg THE SEASON’S MOST NOTABLE: MUSICAL-THEATRICAL EVENT. K 5 Most Thrilling Musical Play Ever Produced la America. MUSSEL!. c JANNEY presents 125 PEOPLE-DISTINGUISHED CAST, INCLUDING—I2S PFOPLE JOHN MEALEY, H. COOPEU CLIFFE, MARK SMITH, GENE ■ 5 WALLIN, ETHEL PASZTOR, JANE VICTORY, EMIL HOdl.^l THRILLING CHORUS 60—ORCHESTRA 35—CORPS OE BALLET PRICES: Nights. sl.lO to $3 30; Slats., 75c to $2.75. NOTE: This Attraction Will Play No Other Indiana City. | Thurs.-Fri.-Sat. Jan. 13, 14, 1* Mat. Sat.l GEORGE C. TYLER and BASIL DEI S Present Glenn Hunterl “YOUNG WOODLEY” J A Wistful Drama of Boyish Love r Direct From Entire Henson on Broadway and Long Chicago Bss^fl| MAIL ORDERS NOW WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, JAN. 17—MAIL ORDEItN inwsch VILLA® Before Opening Below Prices Include Tax—Send In Y'our Order Today. NIGHTS—Lower Floor, $3.85; Bal., $2.75. $2.20, $1.05; Gallery, sl.lO. WED. MAT.—Lower Floor, $2.20; BaL (Entire), $1.05; Gallery, #l.lO. SAT. MAT.—Lower Floor, $3.75; Bal.. $2.20 and $1.05; Gallery, sl.lO. X“A Self-Addressed Stumped Envelope and Remit With All Mail Orteeo. I

SIX PICTURES 10 I START SOON ONI PARAMOUNTLOI Famous Players-Lasky Alg nounce New Year List. Six pictures are scheduled to (fl Into i>roduction within the ne® three weeks at the Paramount Ixu® Island studio. Onq will begin lr® mediately after the holidays and ta others will all be In work beicS the middle of January'. H Thomas Meighan heads the lifl with "Blind Alloys," an origin® story by Owen Davis, which Is ® be directed by Frank Tuttle. Bec Gardiner is now working with M® Davis in finishing the continuit® Evelyn Brent Is the only member I tho cast so far chosen. H

Gilda Gray Is to l>egin her secoi® starring picture for Pa. —l® shortly afterwards. This story wl bo called “Cabaret.” It will have® New Y'ork background, as its tit® implies. Owen Davis is also t® author of this, and Becky Gardln® is assisting on the continuity. 1® cast has been decided upon. I Ed Wynn, “the perfect fool,” wfl begin his career as a movie stfl soon after Jan. 1. This story hfl not been titled as yet. It is bei® written by Mr. Wynn in collalporl tion with Tbm Crlzer and Sa® Mltz and Director Victor Heermal Final details are being agreed up® and the cast will soon be chose® Associate ’’-oducer William I® Baron has at hopes for this stor® He predicts ~iat Mr. Wynn will il augurate anew type of comedy ® the screen. E* Richard Dix is also scheduled I begin his next starring pictu® shortly. It will be called "Knocl out Reilly.” Mr. Dlx has gone in® training for this picture as it ® quires some strenuous boxing wo® during many of the sequences. Mai Brain will play opposite him. T® story is an adaption by Pierre C® lings and Kenneth Raisbeck fro® Albert Payson Terhune’s story, "T® Hunch.” Some well known prof® sional boxers will be cast for i® port ant parts in the picture. ■

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