There is much activity at the Lyceum Theatre these days with the preparations for the forthcoming production of "Lilac Time" on February 20. The producer, V. Valin, has now got his cast complete and is moulding together what is sure to prove a highly attractive entertainment, He is fortunate in having the co-opera Yon of Mrs. Gerstel who is very conyersani with the leading role having played it many times on the continent of Europe. Opposite to her is Mr. G. F. Dumbarton in the part of Schubert. His excellent voice is well known to the Shanghai public. Another outstanding vocalist included in the east is Mr, B. Foster-Hall in the part of von Schober, Schubert's rival Mr. Foster-Hall will be remembered by many who saw the production of "Trial by Jury" in 1932 when he gave a most excellent por-tradal of the Judge. The remainder of the cast is very lengthy, but suffice it to say that it contains many talented players. Very attractive costumes have been designed by Mrs. K. E. Newman whilst the scenery will be of a very elaborate nature.
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