Coral Gables Riviera

After-Dark Era Marked by Openings, New Plays

In One Ear

By Wells Bruen With the new Howard Johnson place getting the last touches before opening, and with El Bolero bar and nitery hanging out its handsome sign on Coral Way, it looks like an even heavier season for diners-out and insomniacs. Russ Morgan is coming to town to lead his famous orchestra for the University's Junior Prom, a week from tonight. Jimmy's Bar and Grill is bringing in another new show, with Maurice, a nimble-fingered "magical bartender," featured. The Giralda Room is holding the show with Rodney MacLennan's voice heading the bill. The Te Pee has Jack Eby's band holding forth and a new songstress lending beauty to the scene. Every time you turn around, there's another restaurant, bar, or night club. It's getting so you can't toss a brick over your shoulder without it landing in a seidel of suds or somebody's soup. Gableites who are interested in city improvements will find a new development in the beautification program coming up on or about February 13. Incidenttally, the city hall intersection had its face lifted when the parkways were extended on all sides of the LeJeune Road, Ceral Way, Biltmore Way intersection, making the cross-road a much narrower one. Reason: With the size of the intersection cut down, A. B. Curry found out he could save money for you and you; the wide plaza there would have required five traffic lights, which cost plenty, instead of the one which will do the job now. There's a new stunt now in British War Relief. Called the Namesake Towns Committed, a new organizaigon is planning to solicit funds from American towns named after spots in Britain. Dovers, Bristols, etc., in our shores, are being asked to contribute to their namesakes in England. From up in New England comes word that David T. Manganthaler of the Gables is a first lieutenant in the ROTC unit at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. That ought to make Harry Morganthaler feel pretty good. Well, all the returns aren't in yet, but so far Dade County's contribution to the Fight Infantile Paralysis Fund is $8,000. Only eight counties have reported yet, with money amounting to $18,440 in all. Seems like we did our part that time. It was surprising to see the job the Fifteen turned out on Ibsen in their repertory program that has another week to go at the Douglas Entrance. If anything, the group outdid the authors. Although not heavy to produce, Ibsen's work is only good in a good production. Amateur groups put out a job that reminds you of a can of sardines that's been open in the hot sun for a week or two; but the Fifteen have really done right by our Henrick. You'll enjoy Ibsen with them. Gableites can be justly proud of a fire department that cut its monthly fire loss by 100 per cent in the past year. That's a record rarely approched, let alone bettered.

Fifteen Delve Into Ibsen Play And Come Out With Flying Colors

Never having been a great follower of Henrick Ibsen, we were thoroughly and pleasantly surprised to find ourselves enjoying every minute of the play, "Hedda Gabler," as presented by the Theatre of the Fifteen, this week. We must confess we attended Tuesday night's performance with forebodings. We have so often enjoyed the Fifteen in light, modern comedy, that we were a little doubtful about their delving into Ibsen. But they came out with flying colors. Led by Mary Greene, who again proved her fine versatility, the entire cast taught us aspects of Ibsen which we never had rightly understood before. Miss Greene's portrayal of the title role was intense, and dramatic to the right degree. And a difficult role it is to enact, too. Hedda Gabler was essentially a psychopathic case, a woman who could not bear to see others happy when she, herself, was so dreadfully frustrated in her jealous ambitions. A highlight of the show came when Hedda, goaded by her jealousy, tore Eilert Lovborg's book manuscript to shreds and threw them into the fire, thus destroying the only chance the were pretty and authentic, and man had to make something of his name. It was a fine curtain scene, played with a fiery abandon. James Crow, who was George Tesman, naive and bewildered husband of Hedda, played his part to perfection. And Barbara Parmley again scored, as Mrs. Elvsted, the woman who had inspired Lovborg in his book, and the woman whom Hedda despised for that reason. Lovborg was done by Frank Bollinger, and was more or less a subordinate role. A newcomer, Elise Werthman, did god work as Miss Juliana Tesman, George's kindly aunt. Richard Sullivan and Virginia Adams rounded out the cast nicely. A notable thing about the production of "Hedda Gabler" was Edward Sheffield's fine sets and costumes. The bustling taffeta gowns of that period were pretty and authentic, and the one set of the 19th century drawing room was ideal to the smallest detail. "Hedda Gabler" will be presented again Monday and Thursday of next week.

Playmakers Score Hit

Another successful play was chalked up by the University of Miami Playmakers last night. "Girls in Uniform" was the production, Opal Euard Motter, the director, and 30 coeds from the University were the actresses. The time was last night at 8:30, but it will also be given tonight and Saturday. Working under the combined hardships of exam week and half the cast sick with colds or flu, the show went off with ease and precision, due mainly to the supperhuman efforts of Mrs. Motter and the well members of the cast. At the last moment Helene Finch had to take over the part of old Martha, which Renee Greenfield had filed until the night of dress rehearsal, and a great deal of credit goes to her for her capable performance. The scene of "Girls in Uniform" (Maedchen in Uniform" in motion pictures) is laid in Pre-Hitler Germany, in a girls' school where the watchword is discipline and the aim regimentation. Into these bleak surroundings would, Manuela, a highly-strung, imaginative girl of fourteen, who cannot understand the cruelty and hardships she must undergo. Highest acting honors go to little Mary Louise Ely who played Manuela with heartrending sympathy and accuracy. Other newcomers who gave promising performances were Elizabeth Stone, Barbara Neblett, and Bebe Fineman. Veterans of the university stage Grace Berg, Phyllis Salter, Shirley Haines, Jean Small, Barbara Willneck, Mary Alice Kirton and Sylvia Locke upheld their reputations.

"Love Thy Neighbor"

There's no feud like an old feud; and Jack Benny and Fred Allen here demonstrate the feuding technique that they show off in their new musical comedy, "Love Thy Neighbor," which plays at the Gables Theatre Saturday through Monday. Mary Martin graces the feminine side of the cast.

Ibsen Plays To Continue Second Week

With "Hedda Gabler" and "Ghosts" already launched in the Theatre of the Fifteen's two weeks of Ibsen repertory, there still remains the opening tomorrow night of the third and final play in the series, "A Doll's House". "A Doll's House" was one of the first and most important social dramas to deal with the problem of woman's freedom. Nora in 1879 was modern woman incarnate, daring, radical, unbelievably courageous. The play has retained its tremendous appeal and vigor; as proved by a successful American revival in 1937 when Jed Harris produced it on Broadway. Barbara Parmley will be Nora, one of the most famous acting roles in all dramatic literature Frank Bollinger plays Helmer; Hale McKeen, Dr. Rank; Elise Werthman, Mrs. Linde; Samuel Leiderman, Krogstad. Others in the cast include Daisy Hauck, Virginia Adams and David Derbyshire. Andre Riese, Laddie Goff, and Lovcy Schreier play Nora's three children. "A Doll's House" will be repeated Sunday night, and twice next week, Wednesday and Saturday, February 12th and 15th. "Hedda Gabler", with Mary Greene in the title role, will be given for two more performances, Monday and Thursday, February 10th and 13th; and "Ghosts", with Elisabeth Cope as Mrs. Alving, will be repeated Tuesday and Friday, February 11th and 14th. All the plays are under the direction of Hale McKeen. Settings are by Edward Sheffield.

Sings Here

Igor Gorin, well known baritone of stage, screen and radio, who will be heard at the third concert of the University of Miami Symphony Orchestra, under John Bitter, on Monday evening, February 10, at Orchestra Hall, Miami Senior High School.

Col. Barrett to Speak

"A Life of Turmoil" will be the subject of Col. A. W. Barrett in his talk to the "Men's Club of the Coral Gables Congregational Church Tuesday Feb. 11th at 7:45 p. m. Under that topic he will discuss his experiences as a newspaper man over a period of thirty years. Col. Barrett is now a resident of Coral Gables, but his newspaper work took him abroad for many years and he has a first hand knowledge of the countries and leaders involved in the present conflict. The lecture will be followed by an open discussion, and all men of the community will be welcome. Fort Lauderdale's Anglers Association treated the 8th Reconnaissance Troop of the Army to a day of fishing, after a forced march Feb. 5.

Recital Planned

The first in a series of group student recitals by pupils of the Miami Conservatory of Music will be held at 3:30 Saturday in the auditorium of the Miami Woman's Club building, 1737 N. Bayshore Drive.

Duerer Exhibit

An exhibition of reproductions of prints by Albrecht Duerer will open on Monday, February 10, in the administration building of the University of Miami.

THE HUDDLE BAR

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Cabaret Restaurant Mayfair

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New Gableites

Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Stopper of Alexandria, La., arrived in Coral Gables this week to move into the home which they recently purchased at 1504 South Greenway Drive. Mr. and Mrs. Stopper plan to become year-round residents of the Gables. Manley Inscho of the Keyes Associates negotiated the purchase of the house.

Russ Morgan Will Play at Junior Prom

This year's annual junior prom of the University of Miami brings to the Miami and Coral Gables area the biggest "name" band ever to have played at a university function. Russ Morgan and his nationally known orchestra will supply the music for the affair, which is to be held at the Country Club of Coral Gables Friday night, Feburary 14 from 10 p. m. to 2 a. m. Morgan is best noted for his sweet danceable music and the style of his trombone, which is said to be one of the best in the country. The band has played quite a time on the national networks, broadcasting for a famous cigarette company. Morgan, a student of the late Victor Herbert, is an excellent musician, playing three instruments and singing some of the vocals. The dance is open to the general public and all are cordially invited to attend. A souvenir program will come with the price to each couple. Tickets may be obtained at the Junior Prom Office, Room 228-C, in the main building of the University.

GABLES THEATRE

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KITTY DAVIS AIRLINER

KITTY DAVIS (From Chicago) AIRLINER 'A Night Club in the Air' BILLY VINE World's Foremost Comedian 4 SMASHING REVUES DINNER $1.50 7:30 to 10 P. M. WALTER WINCHELL SAYS: 'Kitty Davis is an immediate click as the Texas Guinan of 1940 - with a night club patterned after the interior of an airliner.' CORNELIUS VANDERBILT, JR., SAYS: "Kitty Davis' Airliner is unique in the nite club world." WE SAY: "You haven't seen Miami Beach night life until you've been to Kitty Davis' Airliner." 1610 Alton Rd., M.B. - 5-2677

THE FIFTEEN

Present Their Professional Acting Company in THREE GREAT PLAYS By HENRIK IBSEN In Repertory "HEDDA GABLER" Feb. 10-13 "GHOSTS" Feb. 7-11-14 "A DOLL'S HOUSE" Feb. 8-9-12-15 "Hedda Gabler's real and vital as a modern play ... The Fifteen should take a bow . . . a triumph for Mary Greene. - Miami Herald THEATRE OF THE FIFTEEN Douglas Entrance, Coral Gables - Tamiami Trail at Douglas Road Seats - - Now $1.65 $1.10 55c For Reservations Phone 4-6226

Gas Co. Celebrates

Too busy to take time out for a party or celebration, the Gas-Oil Products Co. this week observed the fifth anniversary of its establishment in Coral Gables. Established in February, 1936, the Gables office, which deals in Natural gas products, was the first in Florida. Willard M. Ware, manager of the Gables office, says that the company has grown like a smash. From 7000 bottled gas customers in 1936, with nobody in the office but me, Now we have 25 employees on the payroll, and have agencies or representatives in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Homestead, Vero Beach and Delray." The Gas-Oil products organization is active, not only in Florida, but in six northern states as well. The bottled gas the company handles is imported from their plants in Pennsylvania.

Show Honors L. P. Clephane

The Blue Dome Fellowship will compliment one of Coral Gables distinguished residents next Sunday at their gallery in the College Cupboard, 248 Giralda ave., when Lewis P. Clephane, past president, will be honored by an exhibition of selected paintings from the recent annual exhibition, for his unselfish interest and successful leadership. Denman Fink, dean of arts at our university, is submitting an impressionistic landscape entitled "Evening Shadows." This painting was considered one of the finest works of the recent show. Two other outstanding works: "Everglades Symphony" and "Voice of the Dunes," by Robert Connavale and Sarah Albertson Worthly, respectively, will be contributed by their creators. Jesse Whitsit received the award for the outstanding Florida landscape of the year two years ago. In this exhibition he is featuring a very successful interpretation of sun and sand in "Near Jupiter Light." "Pony Tracks," one of a series of Western bronzes, will represent J. Clinton Shepherd, dean of arts at Barry College.

MIAMI BILTMORE CORAL GABLES

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The Florida Orange Festival passed the attendance mark of 100,000 for the first time this winter.

Jimmie's BAR and GRILL

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Dinner Dancing In The GIRALDA ROOM

* RODNEY McLENNAN Singing Star of the Ziegfeld Follies and The Manhattan Merry-Go-Round * Columbus and Carroll Dancing Stars of Musical Comedy * Maximillian Bergere And His Society Dance Orchestra * Marissa Sweetheart of Mexico * DE LUXE DINNERS FROM $2.00 Also a la Carte Reservations: Fred, 4-1661 No Cover or Minimum at the Miami Biltmore Tea Dance and Entertainment Every Sunday afternoon in the Palm Patio. Immediately following Alexander Ott's Famous Water Follies. The people . . . the appointments . . . the entertainment . . . the music . . . the service, the food, the drinks, and . . . every happy event in the Giralda Room . . . the Cascades . . . and the Palm Patio - emphasizes the rich, exciting tradition of the Miami Biltmore - - - "Center of the Wintertime World." MIAMI BILTMORE CORAL GABLES

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