Indianapolis Times, Volume 40, Number 43, Indianapolis, Marion County, 30 June 1928 — Page 5

PE 30, 1928'

RAUL TO MAKE tfls LAST APPEARANCE OF THIS SEASON

Hi Be Seen in Chief Role in ‘The Copperhead 1 at Keith’s |H —Charles Berkell to Offer ‘Abie’s Irish Rose' l|f at English's, UfEORGE GAUL will he seen for the last time this season in Indianapolis next week in “The Copperhead,” the Stuart Walker production for the week beginning Monday night, July m. Mr. Gaul has been chosen to play in the New York production of “Faust,” which goes into rehearsal within a short time, i McKay Morris, who has been seen in many plays here in the past, joins the Stuart Walked Company in about two weeks

and will be seen in a series of plays. The first two acts of “The Copperhead” deal with the early period of the Civil War, Lincoln’s call for volunteers, and the exciting events that followed the beginning of the conflict. The second period is very near our own time and deals entirely with the consequences of those events upon the circumstances of the third generation. In the story version written by Frederick Landis, the old man Shanks of “The Copperhead” dies as he imparts his life-long to his friends and enemies. In the play for reasons which will be evident, the author of the play, Augustus Thomas, has him live and make the satisfactory conclusion of the drama depend upon this. Lionel Barrymore created the role of Milton Shanks when “The Copperhead” was first produced in Hartford. Conn. It moved on to

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Start Work The complete cast of “Oh, Kay!” the new Colleen Moore starring vehicle adapted from the musical hit, comprises Miss Moore, Lawrence Gray, Alan Hale, Ford Sterling, Claude Gillingwater and Julanne Johnson. Production has just begun under the direction of Mervyn Le Roy.

New York to the Shubert Theater and remained there, playing to large audiences until the arrival of warm weather. It then made a tour of the country, which was only interrupted by Mr. Barrymores engagement to come to New York to play with his brother John in “The Jest.” In “The Copperhead” George Gaul takes one of the most difficult roles ever written. First he is seen as the youth in his teens and then as the aged Milton Shanks, a man in his eighties. George Gaul first came to Indianapolis with Stuart Walker in 1918 and since that time has appeared with Walker’s repertory companies. At this time it is not known just what plays are to be produced in Indianapolis for McKay Morris. Mr. Walker, however, is planning a series of fine plays for this actor, who was seen last winter playing opposite Jane Cowl in “The Road to Rome.” Some of the future plays to be produced at Keith’s includes, “Eroadway,” the play of cabaret life; “The Play’s the Thing,” Franz Molnar’s success and “Her Cardboard Lover,” recent starring vehicle for Jeanne Eagles. "The Firebrand,” the current production of the Stuart Walker Company, closes the week's engagement Sunday night. George Gaul, Marie Adels, Larry Fletcher, Carlotta Irwin, William Ingersol and Aldrich Bowker play the leading roles. a a a GREAT HIT TO BE BERKELL BILL Those who have seen that highly amusing comedy-drama, "Abie’s Irish Rose,” will have another opportunity to enjoy it next week at English’s with the members of the Berkell Players portraying the various characters whom the author has endowed with such clever wit. This splendid stage spectacle needs no introduction, as it has been played here two or three times within the last two years, each time to capacity houses, and with a cordial criticism by the newspaper writers. It is the one play in the history of theatrical successes which played continually for about six years, outrunning any show yet to be presented. It is now wholly in stock managers’ hands. Probably the secret of Its success is due to its underlying theme of tolerance, that quality of character which every American loves, and to its clean comedy, which is of a highly clever sort. Miss Edythe Elliott will play the Irish girl, Rose-Mary. who falls in love with the son of a Jewish merchant, much to the discomfort of the boy’s father, of course, until it is made clear to him that racial differences are of small consequence in comparison with an individual’s happiness. In this unique play every one AMUSEMENTS

Two Acts Head Bill at Lyric Bob Albright, Two-Gun Man, Leads Variety Program, “f-XALAHOMA” 808 ALBRIGHT two-gun cowboy, who has just returned from a European trip will be one of the feature attractions on a double-headline bill at the Lyric next week. Bob Albright returns to Indianapolis with renewed vigor, new stories, monologues and songs. He was born only thirty miles from the home of Will Rogers and Bob, born in what used to be known as Indian Territory until annexed by the State of Oklahoma in 1907, knew many of Rogers’ relatives in the “good old days.” He has with him two young ladies, Miss Hildagard Sell and Eleanor Hoffman, who play, sing and dance. The act is said to be presented in a wild and wooly western style. The other attraction which will command headline honors is a musical cocktail with comedy trimmings—“The Erma Powell Presentation,” a musical organization Danny Beck will act as master of ceremonies and Marie Whitney, a protegee of Tiller, assists in putting across a show of smiles, steps and songs. The bill will include: JOE BENNETT AND COMPANY —ln a show which is said to appeal to every exasperated telephone subscriber. A Hebrew agent and his lover, a vaudeville virago, a modern sheik, a Negro sax player and a pretty telephone operator become a trifle mixed in their conversation when the wires become crossed in “Telephone Troubles of 1928.” MAUREEN ENGLlN—Songstress, will present a budget of new comedy and character songs especially written for her. CORNELL, LEONA AND ZIPPY —Present a novelty entitled “Cinderella and Her Comedy. Prince Charming.” Their bit is nonsense, with singing and tumbling. Zippy, the world’s champion vocalistic canine, is introduced. EMIL KNOFF AND BROTHER Present a routine of hand balancing in their offering, entitled “Aces of Versality.” THE THREE LITTLE DEARS— Present their crignial novelty surprise act. ON THE SCREEN—An Our Garg comedy, “Heebee-Jeebees”; a Negro classic. “When Dreams Come True”; a Universal comedy, "The Speed Sheik,” and Pathe news. RUTH NOLLER—At the organ will present a specialty number in which she will introduce various musical numbers from “The Show Boat.”

On Vitaphone

May McAvoy is the latest movie star to succumb to the lure of Vitaphone. Miss McAvoy makes her debut at the Apollo on the new program starting today, in a speaking role, having as a vehicle a clever comedy sketch called “Sunny California.” She is assisted by a company of fun makers. Another Vitaphone vaudeville act enhancing the Apollo screen fare will be “Haleyisms,” a hodge podge of merriment present by the variety favorites, Jack Haley and Flo McFadden. laughs with Solomon Levy, the father of the young bridegroom, while at the same time the heart is touched with his poignant grief in having to give up his son to a Catholic girl . The girl’s father, likewise, is quite as disturbed in having to give his daughter to one of Jewish faith, but the spirit of tolerance prevails, and everything finally comes out all right with every one concerned. Milton Bryon will be seen in the role of the lovable Solomon Levy, Larry Sullivan' is the Irish father, Robert St. Clair the Jewish lover, and Mildred Hastings in the amusing role of Mrs. Cohen, who is always talking about her operation. All the members of the company are in the cast, which is augmented by the addition of several others. "Abie’s Irish Rose” is one of the season’s shows which is well worth seeing. It ls splendid entertainment, has hundreds of big laughs, a most joyous love story and here and there a tensely dramatic moment which holds one motionless. Best of all, it teaches the great lesson of tolerance with religious and racial differences. It opens tomorrow night for a full week’s bill.

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I—George Gaul will be seen in the leading role of “The Copperhead,” Stuart Walker play starting Monday night. This will be Gaul’s farewell week.

Her Triumph

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Indianapolis has decided that Edythe Elliott, as Stella Dallas, has reached the pinnacle of her career by the ovations given her in this role. Here is Miss Elliott in her dress that every one is talking about, the dress that brings forth the name of “Zebra.” “Stella Dallas” plays its. final two performances this afternoon and tonight with the Berkell Players at English’s.

Writes Title

George Marion Jr., has been assigned to title “The Sawdust Paradise,” Esther Ralston’s newest picture dealing with street carnival life. Final Title “Forgotten Faces” has been selected as the final title for the special production originally called "The Perfumed Trap.” The picture is from a story by Richard Washburn Child. Victor Schertzinger is . directing, and the all-star cast includes Clive Brook, Mary Brian, Jack Luden, William Powell, Fred Kohler and Baclanova. No Superstitions Jean Arthur, featured player, is one of the few picture actresses in Hollywood who does not admit any pet superstition. She loves black cats. Signed Contract Clive Brook has just signed anew contract. He has been engaged recently in the all-star production of “Forgotten Faces.”

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ROUNDING ROUND THFATFRS withwaltz* InM 1 LRj D HICKMAN

AS this city does not have grand opera in the summer time and very little in the winter season. I want to call your attention to the opera season now going on in Cincinnati Ohio. The first week of the opera seaso at the Cincinnati Zoological Park opened Sunday night with “Lucia Di Lammermoor” in Italian.

This opera was repeated on Tuesday and Thursday nights. "II Trovatore” was the bill on M' ay, Wednesday and Friday nigh*- 1 Next week Charles G. r. manager, states that the bills will ue “Mignon” and “Madame Butterfly.” The artists who will appear this summer include: Sopranos—Elizabfth Amsden, Valerie Loos, Idella Banker, Josephine Lucchese, Yvonne X. Bonheur, Ernestine Norris, Alice. Cheney. Elizabeth O Brien. Fanny Cole. Bertha Paszty. Vera Curtis. Agnes Robinson, Lydia L>oz!*r. Kathryne Ross, Bettina Freeman. Charlotte Ryan, Vivian Hart. Eunice Steen, Mary Kelly, Violet Summer and Hizl Koyke. Contraltos—Selma Bojalad. Helen Nugent. Stella de Mette. Nevada Van der Veer. Constance Eberhart and Marta Wtttkowska. Tenors—Sam Roya. Arthur Phillips, Ralph Errolle, Fenton Pugh, Edgar Gosney. John Sample, Forcrst Lamont, Joseph Schcnke and Albert Mahler. Baritones and Basses —Natale Cervl. Robert Ringllng, Herbert Gould. S. Martino Rossi, Leo De Hlerapolis. Milton Sachs, Barre Hill. Willard Schindler, Louis John Johnen. Henri Scott, Freo Patton. L-eland Shcchy, Italo Picchl. Francis Tyler, Robert Pitkin and Herbert Waterous. Musical director, Isaac Van Grove: conductor and chorus master, Wm. Tyroler: concert conductor. Vladimir BakalelnikolT; assistant conductor and prompter. Willard Rhodes: ballet master. Paul Bachelor: stage manager. Louis Ravbout: scenic artist, John Herturth; costumer. Consolidated Theatrical Costume Cos.. Inc. I was not able this week to go to Cincinnati to attend the opening bills. Last season I witnessed most of the operas. As you know, Cincinnati has every reason in the world to praise this operatic organization in highest terms. I recommend the opera in Cincinnati as the real article. a a a Film Daily of New York today made public the result of the vote of newspaper critics on the ten best movie directors of the past year. a a a Film Daily authorizes the following statement: Constituting what is recognized generally as a Blue Book of screen directors, the Ten Best Directo sos 1927-28 and an Honor Roll oi 118 have been selected by 221 newspaper, magazine and trade critics of the United States. Herbert Brennon

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2—“ Oklahoma” Bob Albright is one of the two major attractions on the Lyric bill starting Sunday. Bob is a two-gun man.

Sills Picture Charles Kenyon, author of and many important scenarios, including “Show Boat,” has been assigned to prepare the script on “The Wrecking Boss.” Milton Sills will star in this railroad story from the pen of Frank L. Packard.

won first place in the balloting, nosing out King Vidor for first honors. Critics of practically every important city of the United States participated in the balloting, a yearly event conducted by the Film Daily for its Diritors’ Annual. One hundred ana ninety-two of the 221 critics who .participated voted for Brennon. whose “Beau Geste” was voted the best picture of 1927 in the poll conducted last fall by the same publication. Other directors among the first ten and their standings are: Hprbert Brenon 192 King Vidor 181 Frank Borzage 159 Raoul Walsh 152 Jewel von Sternberg 140 Victor Fleming 109 Fred Niblo 95 Ernst Lubltsch 74 Charles Chaolin 74 James Cruze 73 Balloting was limited to directors of pictures released generally between Ma*. 1927 and May. 1928. This made ineligible directors of road show productions which have played only key cities. The ballot embraces newspapers

New Name Billie Dove's new starring picture, “Love at Midnight,” formerly called “The Night Watch,” which Alexander Korda is directing, open in a courtroom. but most of the action is aboard a French cruiser.

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3—Larry Sullivan will be seen in the Berkell Players’ production, “Abie’s Irish Rose,” starting Sunday night.

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NEXT WEEK Week of July 2nd COMING “her world’s Greatest Drama the baby CARDBOARD . CYCLONE” LOt ER” f* AH 3 lin A fast, racing comedy The merry French UCUIIUt I2HUL Ell that will sweep the ■ in. juri> ■ rrm n troubles from your JESSST “THF COPPERHEAD” ring Jeanne Engels. Illh WWI 1 bllllkHU Direct from New York. LIST OF TRICES MCKAY morris! HIS FAREWELL si.so.^sl ’xvf 50e, 25c. to bo seen here soon OJ fIV rtf FS Q U '>< • i!icin n series of line T Lrl I Ul UlaflVWll .Vilely. 8:30 sharp. Plays. Slats.. Wed.. Sat.. 2:30 WATCH DAILY ADS SI TTORTED BY DON’T MISS COMING SOON LARRY FLETCHER “THE PLAYS “BROADWAY” CARLOTTA IRWIN THE THING” nnu.inu.M M 11,1.1 AM INGERSOLL 1 1 The greatest play of Franz Molnar’s great - hnrk-stage life ever An Ideal Summer Show r*t suroess. to lie written: had over a; Blithe! linoiantr Dramatic! staged here by Stuart year’s run on Broad- In Indianapolis's Coolest. Walker with an allnay. I Most Comfortable Theater. star east.

I ENGLISH’S Kg STARTING SUNDAY NIGHT AT 8:30 The BERKELL PLAYERS PRESENTING Ann Nichols’ The Play LAUGHING f |S >1 Thatr -t *U’ SUCCESS in humor At the Usual Berkell Players ’ Prices ! , NITESJT 8:30—25c-50c-99c—MATS. Wed. Tluirs. Sat. 25c -TL- 50c [SPECIAL MATINEE "g&Zp] week©, '• ‘TakeMyAdvice’ JULY A COMEDY BY ELLIOTT LESTER

Local Show House Has Phototone Strand Theater Presents a Sound Device With Films, An announcement by the Strand Theater, E. Washington St. and Oriental St., of the installation of the Phototone marks anew step in coordination between music and pictures in the neighborhood theaters in Indianapolis. The Phototone, formally presented to the public July 1 at the Strand Theater, is operated in connection with a cue sheet and insures perfect harmonization with the picture. Magnetic devices pick up the vibrations from records and transmit them through various amplifying power units to the main auditorium of the theater. Through the use of the Phototone the world's greatest bands, orchestras, and vocalists are presented with remarkable clarity. During the past week the Phototone has been used frequently at the Strand Theater; each concert greeted with enthusiasm by the audience. The R. R. Bair interests controlling the Strand, Uptown, Ritz, Dream, Oriental, and St. Clair Theatres express great satisfaction with the Phototone. A Court-Martial A dramatic court-martial is now being filmed for “His Wife’s Affair,’* Billie Love's current picture.

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