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AMUSEMENTS ' 1 “Kobert E. Lee.” drama is created with a his toric character as the central figure, success is more elusive than under circumstances in which free rein is given to the author’s imagination, but when attained it is the greater be cause of the very difficulties that are Inherent in the task. During much j of the action the observer’s mind is i not definitely fixed upon the produc- | tfon as a theatrical work, but atten- } tion is divided between that and 1 the facts of history that have been visualized. In the play of ’’Robert E. Lee,” which was given by an admirable company and with beautiful scenery adjuncts last night at the Shubert-Belasco, John Drlnkwater again faced the se vere test inevitable when American affairs are viewed through foreign eyes, but had the favoring circum stance that his story was of one Whose career is invested with ro mance in the hearts of many Ameri cans. He has given a living portrait of a great man, revealing the develop ment to an inspiring climax that is essential to the stage. The least that could be said of Mr. ■Drink water’s work is that it breathes the spirit of Virginia and the south I and gives reality to the sentiments L that moved men and women to uphold B the movement of secession. More than B that, there is realistic action taken hJori life itself and skillfully reduced dramatic form. His conception 'Bhipresses those who know the land Os which he writes. Prom the standpoint of the con struction of a play there is one merit that should he emphasized and that is the continuous interest, a characteris tic which is rarely noted in a histori cal play, for the customary attempt to adapt the action to known facts usually results in some halting mo ments. These are uniformly absent from “Robert E. Dee," while, on the other hand, there Is an abundance of lighter qualities to present a con trast to the great and serious task that confronted the commander of the Confederate forces. Picturesque phases center about the gathering at I the Lee house, Arlington Heights, on I the evening that followed Virginia's momentous decision. Through it all there is logical de velopment to the final scene when l<ee stands oui as the hope and sub stance of a new structure to be erect ed over the ashes of military defeat. We observe the real Lee of Virginia, thinking always of the south and its soldiers ana people, never of himself. Jet so magnetic in his quiet, forceful Way as to have created for himself an image of loyalty and service in the hearts of all his followers. If the test of dramatic worth is to have created a consistent likeness of a definite character in history, up lifting in its visible qualities and surrounded by men of action and similar devotion, then Mr. Drlnkwater has achieved something that ought to live. Ttcrton Churchill’s natural dignity, combined with a voice of unusual quality and a carriage adapted to the r.de, justifies his selection for the character of Lee. He has been noted throughout his career fer abilitj- to put distinction and sincerity into his acting, with evidence of reserve power and apparently without conscious ef fort, and this performance is one of Iris best. A contributing factor tc the interest in the plaj- is the quality of the work of Alfred Lunt, as David I’eel, one of the young Virginians who surrounded Lee in his struggles. He gave that necessary force to the < development of incident which, so d far as the stage is concerned, could I not leave been expected frem Lee alone or with a less striking asso ciate His fine talents have full play and he runs the whole range of emo tions with the skill of the finished artist that he is. Commendation also should be given to David Landau, as "Stonewall” Jackson, notable for luman qualities; James Durkin, aa Gen. J. E. B. Stuart; Burr Mclntosh, as Gen, Scott: David Peel’s young associates, acted by James Spottswood, Richard Barbee and John Marston, and Eugene Pow ers. as Jefferson Davis. Among the attractive stage settings were those within sight of the action on Malvern Hill and the room at the Lee house, with the Potomac observed In the distance. A crowded house greeted the open- I Ing last evening. President and Mrs. j Coolidge occupied a box. The Pemberton Dancers. Stafford Pemberton presented the Pemberton Dancers, a local organi zation, in a program thoroughly pro fessional, at the President Theater. hjst night. Each number was as TlnVhed as in performances given here by visiting companies, yet. according to a note on the program, none of the dancers participating, with the exception of Mr. Pemberton himself, had studied over a year. Gloria Redman, prlclpal feminine dancer. Is not only lovely to look at but seems a talented dancer. Her poses are full of confidence and grace and she makes the transition from one to another with the smoothness and sureness of an artist. One of the prettiest numbers was Miss Red inon'a solo dance to the music of Chopin’s “Funeral March.” She was lovely, as Dagmar, the white slave in the final dance drama. “The Slave Market.” and quite satisfactory as the gold-digging Eve, in "The Lost Pa radise.” Alexia Bronte, another featured dancer, proved a delightful performer, but of a different type. She is small and wirey, yet graceful. In Che Spanish number with Mr. Pemberton and again dn the whimsical sketch,! “On the Lawn.” she was an effective tiny foil to her tall partner. In the colorful and rather acrobatic 1 "Samson and Del 11a.” Mr. Pemberton and Olga Mernoff posed as many j angles to the music of Salnt-Saen’s i beautiful opera, demonstrating the 1 strength and poise of “Samson.” j One of the artistic numbers was the "Beautiful Blue Danube.” danced to Strauss’ music by a large group in 1 two well-balanced sections, with a novel whlp-the-whlp finale that was most effective. The Bachanalle, which closed the first part of the program was a colorful ensemble. "Music In Motion” was one of the visualization cloud, wind and water dances with a large veil that has proved popular with sereval companies. Mr. Pemberton, himself, was in fine form and went through his part in each of his numbers with ease and artistic finish. Meyer Goldman’s Orchestra not only furnished sympathetic accom paniment to the dances, but during intermissions played Grieg’s “Peer Gvnt Suite” and Schubert’s "Unfin ished Symphony" very well. GAYETY—“AII in Fun.” An unheralded performer stepped out and made a hit of the show at the Gayety Theater last night. It was Matty White, a comedian with an odd get-up, some new songs and a good deal of talent. He will go farther. The show Is one of Barney Gerard’s concoctions of songs, dances and non tense, entitled "All In Fun,” and Is ■well named. Will Fox and Harry Koler are comical as two lawyers who are dodging the police almost continually. The show carries one of the liveliest little soubrettes in bur lesque in Anna Propp. a sort of vest pocket edition of femininity, but at that one who does not need the aid of the spotlight to draw attention. Jloml Kalama (that might be her veal name, but you can use your own Judgment) puts on several dances nftcr the fashion of a well known Broadway cabaret performer and does ther. well. Ada Lum is good as the prlma donna. Bobby Irwin and Jack Murray dance, sing and give imitations, and Eddie Green, late .of "Plantation Itays,” is an eccentric dancer of abil ity. Joseph Murphy also did some feats of terpslchore; in fact, practi cally the whole company is well drilled in dancing. Jack McSorley is the straight man. The chorus is exceedingly youthful and shows the effect of careful train ing. Their costumes present an ar ray of pretty color effects and clever ilcalfiiuk 1 i New York Symphony Eecital. | Walter Damrosch, In his own In- ( imitlble style, and the New York Sym phony Orchestra, splendidly sensitive, captivated their capacity audience at Central High School last night. In the second of live explanatory concerts under auspices of the Washington So- i clely of Fine Arts. In a program of well chosen and : I beautifully interpreted works. Mr. | 1 Damrosch and his orchestra played ! : delightfully with the emotions of , ' their hearers. There was not a heavy moment. I Beethoven was chosen as the heart | of the evening's presentation, with 1 the "Symphony No. 2, in D.” from the I composer's earlj- period, breathing a joyous, yet soulful message, deep ened throughout. Pull of counter point, the first movement opened with strength and with rich tone color. The larghctto was dignified, almost reverential, and sweet toned as an old hymn, exquisite as music. A fresh, free spirit romped through th% scherzo and trio, while the finale, allegro molto, allowed a humorous twinkle to appear, and revealed else where the "new" Beethoven, intro ducing the innovation of a break in the theme, with no tonal connection. : In explaining this feature of the 1 symphonj- prior to its presentation, Mr. Damrosch, seated at the piano, deplored the fact that composers to day were overdoing that modulation by jumping too extravagantly from one theme to another, "like doing the countryside at forty miles an hour.” The symphony closed with life, fan fare of trumpets, joyous, but refined, typical of the great composer's genius. The first number. "Mignon," by Thomas, was interpreted with loveli ness. and contrasting sparkle. “Fileuse.’’ by Faure, proved a dainty, swe«*t bit of filigree. In Saiut-Saens' "Prelude to Le Del uge.’’ the orchestra's first violinist. Gustave Tinlot, was given unusual opportunity, playing the solo lead with positive, artistic feeling, as the whole stringed orchestra accompa nied with plucked strings. The tone poem. “Finliudla.” by Sibe lius, concluded the program. Biaring j with horns, pompous, bombastic—at I times riotous with jympanl and) oj mbals’ boom and crash—the "poem” i rose to heights majestic in descrip tive, elemental fervor. KElTH'S—Mclntyre and Heath. Mqlntyro and Heath, the famous old minstrel team, head an excellent bill at Keith’s this week that got away to a splendid start last night before a house crowded in every pan. It has been seven > - ears since this great team of colored funmaScers was in vaudeville, and its return has been hailed witn delight all over the cir cuit. Using their old standby. "The Georgia Minstrels,” as their vehicle, the clever -;jmei|ians had little trou ble keeping the audience laughing continuously for the alloted thirty minutes. Old timers were there and laughed just as heartily over the jokes told twenty j'ears ago as though they were new, and the younger gen eration voted them wonderful enter tainers. Mclntyre and Heath have announc ed that it is their last season of work on the stage. They art- well provided with this world's goods, but as long as thej’ can make the hit recorded last night they have little excuse to go into retirement unless they become physically unable to continue. A dozen curtain calls rewarded their funmaking efforts last night. Al Moore and his United States Band also received a royal welcome. Their music is of the catchy variety, dear to the hearts of vaudeville- pa- The flap of ’' Cop with the RES . ® Bap” cannot tepa rate from the cap because it is wire- I J at i tched threufh \ * 'fa.— the cap. There ia Tax no hole underneath v the cap, and It can be used to peatedlr. 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Allen, Tay i lor and Barber, “Two Girls and a i Fellow.” offered a dancing act that proved unusually taking. special i praise being due for Its handsome ■ costumes. Mazle Lunette opened the j bill with a startling trapeze act; Rus | sell and Marconi followed with a j musical turn; Jack La Vier did a monologue while working on a tra peze, and the regular house attractions filled out the program. COSMOS—Webb’s Entertainers and ‘■Traps,” Webb’s Entertainers, a syncopation orchestra • of nine solo members, which as readily become a full band, with a dramatic feature, song and recitation in the course, of its pro gram. and "Traps,” a wonderful little j drummer boy of five years of age, in one of the most remarkable per formances of a child over seen on a Washington stage, headline the Cos mos Theater bill this week and both scored hits. The entertainers do en tertain. Their program is not simply j an earful of jazz. They play good 1 music and in other ways make their act interesting. The little drummer handles his sticks like a veteran in a surprising performance that util izes also the accessories assigned to the drummer in a symphony orches tra. and the little fellow attends to them all in great shape. Williams and Daisy open with a fine juggling act In which cannon balls perform an important anil. It might be added, a dangerous part, while the woman, who has a rich mu sical voice, sings well. Mebel Harper, the "fun beam.” as she Is aptly billed, is a showman par excellence and ranks high in the bill. Her pianist, I Ethel Fitzpatrick, also has a prettv i ' See Our Rent List Before Making a CKoice IF you are going - to move it .is none too early to come in and look over our Rent List. Desirable homes and apartments are not easy to obtain if you leave it to the last minute. We are in a positron to assist and advise you as to renting conditions in any section of the city. If you have cither business or residential property to list, come and tell us about it. 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