Word: stage
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...theatre, which began last night and will continue until after New Years, is the extravaganza "Bluebeard Jr.," by the Chicago Opera House company. It is on the order of the "Crystal Slipper," which was played in Boston last season. At least two hundred persons appear during the performance. The stage settings are particularly elaborate. Among the chief features are the ballet of birds and insects, the golden terrace of Bluebeard's castle and the light of Asia ballet...
...Archaeological society. The excavations were continued until 1885, and have proved to be among the most successful ever carried on in Greece. Two temples have been discovered, and one circular structure, of unknown purpose, but great architectural merit. The debris has been cleared away from the theatre, and the stage structure thus revealed has led to a revolution in our ideas as to the manner of the production of a Greek play. Many sculptures have been found of over average merit, though none of the highest. But most important has been the harvest of interesting inscriptions. One inscription gives...
...engagement with the presentation of "A Scrap of Paper." The play itself is a comedy adapted from the French and presents many laughable scenes. Throughout Mr. and Mrs. Kendall are admirable and they are well supported by the other artists of the company. Mrs. Kendall herself has a good stage presence and readily adapts herself to the difficult variations of her part. During the latter part of the week the Kendalls will give "The Iron Master...
...liss," Miss Pixley has become distinctly identified with the role of "M'liss" and has, in that character, achieved her greatest success. During the performance Miss Pixley introduced several of her old songs which she sang with her characteristic grace. Considerable attention has been given to the stage settings and advantage taken of the opportunities for realistic scenery. "M'liss" will be played during the remainder of this week...
...every particular. Mr. Crane has found in Hannibal Rivers, the senator, a role peculiarly adapted to his talents, and his success in it may safely be said to be greater than in any role he has previously essayed. His reception last night, from the time he first entered the stage until the curtain fell on the last act, was a perfect ovation. He was ably supported by a company which is strong at every joint. Miss Barrymore, as the dashing widow, was irresistible. 22 Second Floor...