Word: pygmalions
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...useless to criticise the acting of this lady, for there is a great diversity of opinion in the matter. The audiences have been very large and enthusiastic. The full programme for the week is not yet decided. Monday she will appear in Mr. Gilbert's charming comedy of "Pygmalion and Galatea." Wednesday matinee, "Ingomar...
...Hobbies." The play, whilst necessarily very superficial, is bright and sparkling, and excellently adapted to amuse, - its sole aim. The burden of the performance is admirably sustained by Mr. Goodwin. Possessing an undeniably rich vein of humor, he acts with charming verve and freshness, and his impersonation of Prof. Pygmalion Whiffles, alike in conception and execution, proves him a comedian of decided talent. Mr. Goodwin's imitations of noted actors are also very clever. The rest of the troupe fill their several parts acceptably, especially Miss Jennie Weathersby, who shows considerable ability as a low comedienne. The engagement...