Baroness Risa K, Orlovskaya eld-Marshal von Lagony"....L, Rosen Dia ede T. Nevskaya Capt. Lorenti A., Slobodskoy Capt. von Emmerich. W., Andree" Moros... 2, Bitner Lieut, Wallerstein ". Valin Turi Gaidaroft Schtarke 5 Lieut, Blekes Frau von Berger Shanghai should feel very proud of having in its midst such a distinguished troupe as the Russian Light Opera Company which for many seasons has been consistent in the production of excellent operettas. On Thursday night the. members o! the company enhanced a fine reputation by successfully presenting to a crowded Lyceum Theatre Kalman's It was three hours sheer delight during which such unpleasant things as depression and other banal cares were completely and conveniently forgotten.
Mr. V. Valin, that inimitable and talented comedian, in portraying the role of Lieut. Wallerstein, the uncouth and gauche. infantry officer, among the dashing and brilliantly uniformed hussars' continually getting into scrapes, was simply superb. His every appearance was greeted with thunderous applause and there ís little doubt that this consummate artist has never been seen, to better advantage. His impromptu solo dance was screamingly funny and was encored again and again. Mr. Rosen made an impressive, yet laughable, appearance after a lengthy absence as the fierce, albeit kindly, field-marshal who eventually consented to the marriage of his daughter to Morosi, the volunteer officer, played by Miss Bitner who with her usual vivaciousness, acted and sang in a manner that was well up to her accustomed high standard. Lovely Miss Orlovskaya as the widowed baroness—the leading feminine role—was exquisite, singing and acting with her customary charm and verve. Opposite her was Mr. Slobodskoy cast as Capt, Lorenti, He too, was in good voice which he knows how to exploit to the fullest advantage. whilst his ability to utilize the stage is just as good. Miss Nevskaya confirmed the good impression she made in. Rose Marie"; this captivating artiste has now proved herself a decided acquisition to the company, her acting and stage presence improving with each appearance. The remainder of an excellent cast lent fine support, The costuming, scenery, lighting arrangements and ballet ensembles were all of a high class and left nothing to be desired. Among the highlights of an excellent evening's entertainment were "Parade of Beauties" and ood Night, Vienna," bach performed by Mr. Volsky's carefully trained ballet. A word of praise must also go-to Mr. Valin for producing this delightful light opera and to Mr. D. Zake, who as the musical director, contributed in no small way to the success of the presentation.
Hussar Love" will again be per-
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