Word: oui
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...Grand Guignol occupies a unique niche in the theatrical world; faithful followers of the drama can hardly omit it from their agenda and retain the while their self-respect. For the casual amusement seeker the entertainment is only mildly recommended. Particularly if his linguistic equipment is limited to "oui" and "Zelli...
...Oui Madame," now playing at the Wilbur Theatre, is described on the program as "the ultimate in intimate musical plays," and while one feels that this goal has not yet been reached, still it is well above the standard of similar offerings...
...Intimate" as applied to musical comedies had its origin on the diminutive stage of the Princess Theatre in New York, and the play thus characterized should have a small, well-trained chorus, catchy tunes, and the principals must take the audience "into their confidence." "Oui Madame" fulfills these conditions and offers a pleasant contrast to the showy, elaborate plays which hold sway on the more spacious stages. The chorus consists of but six girls, augmented on occasions by other members of the company, but these six make up in dancing ability and good looks for what "isn't there...