The Archive · 1938

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Many will be interested to know that Lo Ballet Russe are busily working on their last production of this season for which they have choosen the great success of the London stage, "La Boutique Fantasque" (The Fantastic Toyshop) music by Rossini and the ballet scene from "Prince Igor," music by Borodine, which will be presented at the Lyceum Theatre on April 1, 2 and Patrons of the Tower Night Club, on the ninth floor of the Cathay hotel are enthusiastic about Yor-rick Horny, the new pianist, who is fast becoming one of the outstanding musical entertainers in Shanghai.

A new personality, Yorrick Horny infuses into his melodies that individuality which distinguishes artiste from "just another pianist," and it is not surprising that he has become so popular with the sophisticated pleasure-seekers of the city.

Other attractions of the Tower "La Boutinque Fantasque" is one of the most successful ballets of recent years. It is full of wit, action, comedy and sparkling dancing. "Prince Igor" is a symphonic gem, a composition of rare beauty.

The leading part in "Ili Boutique Fantasque" will be in able hands of Miss Audrey King, the English are classical melodies played during the dinner hour each evening by Joseph Ullstein's. Cathay Orchestra, and the musie of Gene Kirkor, wizard drummer, who plays in conjunction with Yorrick Horny.

The Tower is managed by Mr Freddy Kaufmann, who extends a cordial welcome to all pleasure seekers to attend the Tower "dressed as they please."

Each Saturday night, the Cathay Ballroom is open, with Nick Korin's orchestra providing unusual dance music. The Ballroom, though open only on Saturday nights, is said to provide "a week's entertainment in a single evening."

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