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About The Sunday Oregonian. (Portland, Ore.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (Feb. 22, 1903)
THE SUNDAY OREGON! AN, PORTLAND, FEBRUARY 22, 1903. 21 ZELIE DE LUSSAN HERE TUESDAY SAID TO BE THE HOST MAGNETIC GRAND OPERA STAR ON THE STAGE TODAY STLLE. ZELIE DE LCSSA, OXE OF TIIE WORLD'S GREAT SOPRANOS. occasion, both on account of the Inter esting programme and the excellent voices heard. Members of the Treble Clef ClUD sane four numbers very acceptably, and solos irere sung by these pupils: Misses Carrie May. nuth Hoyt. Hilda Haegle. Edna Gates and Agnes Watt. Mrs. B. E. MllUr. Mrs. W. -Boyd Hamilton and Mrs. Lois MacMahon. Musical people are speaking favorably of the Hrst of the series of Tuesday even ing "Pops" given February 17, at the First Baptist Church, under the direction of Elmore Rice. The work of the Cour- .sen-Hldden quartet was much admired. Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer was me soloist of the evening, and her beautiful dra matic soprano voice was never heard to better advantage than In the group of songs she sang. It was a real pleasure to hear her line declamation In De Koven's "Recessional." Mark Hambourg. the pianist, recently played at the "White House, before Presi dent Roosevelt and his party, and In talking about his visit Hambourg said: "One would have expected that In so largo an audience there would be more or less talking and stir, but there was none at all. The President Is a very versatile man. showed much appreciation of music and was most pleasant In talking to me of it. In the afternoon a tuner was tun ing the piano, and two of the Roosevelt children were looking on. Ono of them remarked that the piano would be a splen did place to hide .In. When the tuner fin ished his work he ran hl3 fingers -up and down the keys to try the Instrument, and pne of the children asked: 'Can Mr. Hambourg play as well as you? The next remark was: 'Does he have to play out of a book as we do?" " A PORTLAND ACTRESS. Tuesday night at the Marquam Theater, Zelie do Lussan. who will appear under the management of Miss Lois Steers, has been singularly honored by royalty. "When she went to London in 1SS3. after making her debut In America, she received three "commands" within one oeason to sing be fore Queen Victoria. Thlo was so remark able an honor one never before extended to an American that Mile, de Lussan was given the sobriquet of "Tlfo Queen's Own." Perhaps no grand opera star who. Is now before the footlights possesses In so high a degree as Zcllo de Lussan that AUbtle end cluslves quality called personal mag netism. It Is this, even more than her remarkable beauty of voice, face and fig ure, that Invariably catches and holds an audience spellbound. It Is this that ex plalno why she is adored by the English, having made an extraordinary record of tinging In the royal opera at Covent Gar--den. London, during 14 successive seasons. It Is this that explains her recent appear ance for the 600th time In the role of "Carmen," a record that even Calve can not boast of. It Is this same remarkable personal magnetism that accounts for her popularity when she returned to her na tive land. America, In ISM, with the Metro politan opera forces under Maurice Grau, and her brilliant triumphs shortly after ward la Spain. Portugal and Paris. "When In 1S37, In company with Melba and other stars, she came to the Paclflc Coast, her warmth of temperament, her enchanting cajoleries, her contagious hu mor and thousand witcheries and surprises of mood In the role of "Carmen." took like wildfire among the opera-loving people of Ban Francisco. Her quick changes from coquettish diablerie to the deeper note of tragic passion won them, heart and soul. Ehe triumphed, where Calve failed to triumph. "De Lusean has more life and spirit, more sparkle and chic than any operatic etar we nave seen," says the Chronicle. "Her voice rs rich and warm in the mezzo, clear and pure in the upper register, and has something of witchery In it that seems to belong to herself as much as to the character." . Ashton Stevens writes In the Call: "De Lussan'a voice Is rich and of a beautiful bremlth. She can act: her humor Is uner ring. She Is irresistible and carried every thing before her. She was the sensation Of the night It Is not credible that the woman lives who can play 'Carmen' as De Lussan does." Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer, and women's chorus, under the direction of Mr. Schutz. Mrs. Bloch Bauer will shortly sing in oratorio at Spokane. "With the single exception of Madame von Bardlleben-Schefl, all the members of tha Maurice Grau Opera Company have announced that they wilt return to Amer ica next season for what Is known as a song recital tour. The concert given by the "Women's Aux iliary of Trinity Church, at the Seamen's Institute on Wednesday evening, was well attended and greatly enjoyed by the sailor boys and their friends, each num ber being loudly encored. All opera-goers will regret to hear that Mme. Emma Eames has decided not to Virginia Drew Trccott Chats About Oirlda's "Strnthmore." Less than three years ago Virginia Drew Trescott left Portland to try her fortune as an actre..'. and last week she returned as a star, filling an emotional -role, as the aristocratic "Marchioness of Vavasour," in a dramtizatlon of Oulda's novel ef that name, by Virna Wood, of Sacramento. Miss Trescott showed that she has marked talent, a fine stage presence, and J one of the most pleasant, flexible voices (heard In a Portland theater for many I months. Her appearance here has been a j success and very gratifying to her many i J lor at the Portland Hotel. J "It Is usual, I believe, when pilgrims re- 1 turn to Portland to say that they arc glad I to get back,". ea Miss Trescott. in reply . to a question. "But I am really glad to 1 be in this city again I call It home. I was born In Minnesota, but I came to live In Portland about lb years ago. up to that period I had done very little even In thp amateur theatrical line. While one of your residents. I wrote a paper on 'Music' for the Congregational Literary Club of the First Congregational Church, and it was kindly received, and I took part, I remember. In several entertainments con nected with the churches. Then I began to study for the stage, intending to make it my life work, and about two or thrco years ago I went to .California to study. My first appearance on the stage was in a San Franclrco theater as Queen In 'Frederick the Great.' with Lewis Morri son, Florence Roberts' husband. Then I was engaged In a stock company by Da vid Belasco In the same city. Afterward I went to New York, where I signed for Oscar Eagle, manager for Llcbler & Co. Next I played n season of 3S weeks at Louisville, Ky.. and then I played for Mr. Belasco in Brooklyn, J. Y., and with Frederick Warde for a season, one of out trips being to Honolulu." "Did you begin as a star after that?" "Yes. I wished to create a part, and Portlander Meets Sfascasrnl. Paul Wesslnger, the well-known bari tone singer of this city, had the pleasure of meeting and conversing with Mascagnl. the composer of "Cavallcria Rustlcana," during his recent visit to San Francisco. Mr. Wesslnger was In that city attending to business matters, and while spending the evening socially with several friends in a restaurant, before supper was an nounced, it was suggested by one of Mas cagnl's friends who was present that the composer and his wife might be Invited. Mascagnl and his wife at once accepted the Invitation and were delighted to find themselves with such a musical crowd. As Mascagnl cannot converse In English, Mr. Wesslnger talked with him in French, and Mascagnl responded very entertain ingly, part of his conversation. In Italian, being interpreted Aby one of his Italian friends. Mr. Wesslnger gave a sudden signal to the orchestra, and suddenly there arose the familiar strains of the "Cavalleria." -Mascagnl blushed with pleasure and said: "This Is home. Thank you." up to this moment several persons present were not aware that Mascagnl was there, so carefully had the secret been kept, and they were delighted to meet him afterward. Slgnor and Slgnora Mascagnl made a very pleasant Impres sion on the party, ana the composer was modest to a degree In talking about his i work. It Is to 'be hoped that Mascagnl -will be seen in orchestral work In this city before he goes East on his way home to Italy. In the World of Mnslc Fannie Bloomfield-Zelsler, pianist, plays In Mendelssohn Hall, New York, Tuesday. Mrs. Walter Reed, contralto, and Dom X Zan. baritone, will Je heard at a song recital in Oregon city this week. There are four weeks of grand opera In New York yet. Tha Metropolitan Op era Company will be one month touring Boston, Chicago, Cincinnati and Pittsburg. Ifordlca Is to be the soloist at the fifth and last Wcztler symphony concert Tues day evening, at Carnegie HalL New York. this being her first concert appearance this season. Mme. Adams announces that she has been engaged for Covent Garden, London. this Summer, her fifth season there, and has also another contract for a concert tour In November and December with Leo Stem, her husband. Mrs. Rose Bloch Bauer, soprano, and Com X Zan, baritone, will sing before the Musical Club, Tacoma, March 4, when they will, be heard In solos and duets. One of the numbers will be Sullivan's "Lost Chord," with soprano obligate by v ,C. " Z began with the Marchioness of Vavasour. m to recoTr he7 strength, ad h P t? physician has advised change aa well as lLJ t-t snp ni mn rn .Mtirnnrr it I - - A recent concert programme of Madame I Roger-Mlclos, at New lork: Carnaval," Schumann: "Arietta Varlee," Haydn: Impromptu in F Sharp." Chopin: "Valse Posthume," Chopin; "Ballade In A Flat" Chopin; "Gavotte," Ten-Brink; "Au Cou- vant," Borodine; "Fourth Mazurka," Godard; "Rhapsodle XIII," Liszt Aloys Burgstaller.'the last newcomer In the Maurice Grau Opera Company, made his New York debut recently in the holi days performance of "Die Walkure." It was a promising debut This tenor can act and does eo with a Delsarte ac companiment to each phrase of the music. He is a fine, big fellow, except at the shoulders, and he fills the picture and the music better than any Siegmund for many years past James A. Brent, for eight years a mine owner and operator In Nevada County, California, is about to leave for Italy to be away several years, so that he can study voice culture with the best Italian teachers. It Is rumored that he will ultimately appear in grand opera. His friends have known for a lonjr" time that he has a good tenor voice. By his mining deals he has cleaned up over JIW.OOO within' tne last few months. The matinee musicalo given last Mon day by the pupils of Mrs. Walter Reed at Aeolian Hall was a very enjoyable tobcr 9, 1M2, under the direction of David Traltel. and have been successful. I have played In the South, North, portions of Canada, and now I'm on the Paclflc Coast thank you. February 2 we start for Sa lem, and ape to play two weeks In San Francisco. The women of the country have been my devoted friends. I owe much to them, and especially to the mem bers of Women's Clubs." "When are you to play Strathmore In New York?" . "In April. You see, I have not been In a hurry to play in New York. I like the West where I have begun." "What Is'your favorite part?"' "Lady.Macbeth." "Do you like 'Strathmore? " "Yes. Mine Is not an Impossible char acter, and it gives one a chance In an emotional part I do not think I rant or weep, and yet I portray no emotion. "Now, there Is a play like Zaza Miss Treecott's eyes flashed, and phe said: "I wouldn't play 'Zaza.' No. How glad I am to get back to Portland. I'm' appreciating every minute of my stay in it It Is such a pleasure to meet old friends." A careful study of "Strathmore" shows that Oulda's spirit breathes all over It very little of the sanctity of wedded love, a woman created to act the part of a heartless flirt and educated to draw love and then repulse It a faithless, cynical ATTRACTIONS AT THE MARQUAM GRAND THEATER THIS WEEK MARQUAM GRAND THEATER - Calvin Heilig, Manag, ;er TUESDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY TWENTY-FOURTH SONG RECITAL. MLLE. ZELIE BE LUSSAN . DIRECTION LOIS STEERS PRICES: Entire lower floor $2.00; Balcony, first three rows $1.50; Balcony, second three rows $1.00; Balcony, last six rows'75c; Gallery 75c and 50c; Boxes aqd Loges $12.50. Carriages at 10:15 P. M. - - -Sale of seats Monday morning at 10 o'clock. MARQUAM GRAND THEATER- CAIVIS Manager Two Nights, Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 25 and 26 THE EMINENT ACTOR MR. DAN EL SULLY IN HIS NEW PLAY Silt SCLIA" AXD THE BABY. The Old' iVl il I Stream AN INTENSELY INTERESTING STORY OF RURAL LIFE COMPLETE PRODUCTION Pill CBS Lower floor except last three Town, $ l.OO; last three rows, 78c. Balcony, first six rotrs, TSej lut six rows, 50c. Gallery, 35c and COc. SALE OP SEATS WILL OPEN TOMORROW (MONDAY) MORXING AT 10 O'CLOCK. MARQUAM GRAND THEATER - Calvin Heilig, Manager Friday and Saturday Nights, February 27 and 28 - Saturday Matinee F. ZIEGFELD, JR., Presents ANNA HELD n "THE LITTLE DUCHESS" WITH HER SUPERLATIVELY BEAUTIFUL AND HANDSOMELY GOWNED CHORUS FRfCES BOTH MATIJfEE AND NIGHT Entire lower floor. COO. Balcony, first S rows. JLS0; second 3 rows. JtflO; last 6 rows, 75c Gallery. 73c and Wo. The advance sale of seats will open next "Wednesday morning at. 10 o'clock, when not more than 10 seats will be sold to one person for any single performance. nobleman, and absolutely no humor. Yet plenty of chance for the play of different emotions of love, hate, vengeance and re pentance. The chief character In It, is 'Zaza' In English dress, surrounded with the gloss of English aristocratic society. It is a hothouse plant on American soIL illsa Trescott Is now clearly capable of better wjjrtc than that offered by one of Oulda's creations. The dialogue does not ring true at times, and it Is thankless to Impersonate a wronged woman. ALL WEEK Wv - , WAM0ND - . fkjdtv J. " The Greatest Success of S" NX Mme. Janauscheck Tl4P . PRICE : , - V THRflTiiD OF P0R7UND 0)! STARTING SUNDAY MATINEE TODAY FEBRUARY 22... MATINEE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY THE BAKER THEATRE PRICES NEVER CHANGE Evenlng15c, 25c, 35c, 50c. Matinee 10c, 15c, 25c. . NEXT WEEK, BEGINNING WITH THE USUAL SUNDAY -MATINEE, MARCH 1 By Special Arrange ment. First Time In Portland BECAUSE SHE LOVED HIM SO POPULAR WITH THE PEOPLE COR DRAY'S THEATER JOHN F. CORDRAY, Manager ALL THIS WEEK Beginning Matinee Today, February 22 WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY Matinee at 2:15 Evening at 8:15 THE MONARCH OF MERRIMENT Knute Erickson IN BROADHURST AND CURRIE'S Latest and Greatest Production The Man From Sweden BT CHARLK3 NEW1IAX. Author of Rudolph and Adolph, Mr. Jolly of Jollet, A Bon of Rest, Etc Absorbingly Interesting . Beautiful Scenery Entertaining Vaudeville . . Excellent Company Quaint Characters . Intense Heart Interest SPECIAL LADIES' AND CHILDREN'S MATINEE SATURDAY PRICES EvenlnR. S3 and SO ccnta; mollneei, SS cents to any part of home; children, 10 cents. NEXT WEEK Mr. Sam Morris in "The Peddler's Claim"
