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'APRIL 10, PART III. 18 SUNDAY MORNING. Dance Taps 1 DANCING and Dramatic Arts OFFER MANY NEW FACES 'Angna Enters, Escudero, Teresina, Shan-Kar Group, Miriam Marmein to Make Local Debut I Br MARY MAYER The dance season of 1931-32 has come to a close that is. as far as Visiting artists axe concerned. It has contained one new experience for Merpsichorean followers of the Pacific Coast, namely the appearance of Mary Wlgman.

Kreutzberg, minus his partner Georgi, might also come tinder this classification. La Argentina, ever a welcome performer, re ,1, ii m. m. '-r i I i 1 i i A si I rJ, V. -1 't Vs-'j, Eqn aaJ3 JwBBaagj Albertina Rasch, whose dancers appeared hi many of the early talking pictures, has recently trained a group of nine girls who are appearing in their own act at the Palace.

New York. The act was recently with the Ziegfeld show. Lina Basquette, one of the film actresses to begin her career as a dancer, has returned to the acreen after scoring a success in the Al Jolson production, "Wonder Bar." Miss Basquette recently completed the feminine lead in "The Phantom Express" and has signed for the role opposite Rex Bell in "Arm of the Law." Morita and Lolita, dancer and musician, respectively, featured members of a Spanish revue which played locally and is now topping the bill at the Alhambra Garfield Theater, are the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Gittleson, parents of the Glttleson Brothers, ticket brokers.

Lina and Alvarado are two young dancers who are making a marked bid for fame. The team appeared recently at the Roosevelt Hotel to a Rhumba that is said to have stopped tfc show. Allen Wood and Eddie Tamblyn, a dance team that will be remem bered for its appearance in many local revues and stage presentations, completed an outstanding bit in "Two Seconds," a new First Nation al production. Gilda Gray will soon appear un der the Fanchon and Marco banner, according to announcement. The dancer will appear in her act "Gone Native," which is reported to be breaking box-offlce records wherever it Is shown.

The act was writ ten by Jack Hanley. Dance Recital Presented by College Girls One of the features of the ninth annual western meeting of the Ath letic Conference of American Col lege Women, was a dance program presented Friday evening in Bovard Auditorium, University of Southern California. me uieme or tne program was based on the fragment of Van Dyke, "Be glad of life, because it gives you the chance to live and to work and to play and to look up at the stars. The recital, under the direction of Ruth Price who heads the danc ing department at the university, was divided into four parts, "Work," "Love" and "Worship." The dancers, al! students at the university, included Gretchen Mav-er, Bessie McCollum. Virginia Williams, Francine McCartney, Yvonne Gimper.

Velma Ferrais. Janet Hampton, Dorothy Martin. Helen Osgood. Virginia Christopherson, Montana Lamport, Dylene Johnson, Joan McMaster. France Dastoff, Aroa Pinston, Alice Carter and 8u-ranne Brown.

DANCER ON TOUR IN STAGE PRODUCTION MERNA FORTUNE Among the youthful dancers from the Sitfi Mints-Paul Dinus Studio, is Merna Fortune, who recently completed an engagement at Grau-roan's Chinese Theater in the Fan chon and Maroo "Veil" Idea. She ii now going on tour in the same production, the act opening in SW Louis. Dinus and Mints, opened their own studio in Hollywood aeveral weeks ago and are preparing a number of dancers for stage, vaudeville and picture production, Blind Organist Releases New Composition Allen Spurr, blind organist an4 compqscr, is releasing a new composition, "On the Sunshine Trail," through the Universal Publication, This number is being used by local radio broadcasting stations and ia becoming popular. 8purr's compositions are not Lilted to popular numbers but include semi-classical and classical. He is known for his national Pr ent-Teacher Association song, tha Y.M.C.A.

song, and the national Rotary song. "Let's All Get Together a plea for world peace. The spirit of his new composition. "On the Sunshine Trait" ia said to reflect the man's own personality and philosophy of life. A small, energetic and sensitive man, Allen Spurr ha a vivid memory and can call people by name at the touch of their hand.

Thursday avaNinga. High achaol 6917 claaaaa avanr Friday avantna. Privata laaaana by apaamtmant. MX DANCE RECITALS IN PREPARATION nroirrams at the Plaza Art Center Wednesday evening. Edna von icf riii nt th rfanrn events of the month.

Eugenia Abriel, a student of the Trinidad a Goni production planned for early in June. STAGE SHOW'S POPULARITY DECLARED AIDING BUSINESS writers and others more than he said. "Add to that the million spent on props, settings, drops, material for costumes, instruments, electrical equipment and various other apparatus necessary for carrying on our business. "In addition, think of the turnover of money paid out by our traveling companies in fifty key cities for such items as hotel rooms, food, amusements, drayage, expressing, cleaning, laundry and so forth." The Fanchon and Marco organization is said to be the largest account with many of the leading railroads. A survey also showed that thousands of dollars are spent yearly by members of thla circuit for make-up.

What the growing popularity of traveling stage presentations means to a variety of business organisations the nation over was explained recently by Marco, general manager or the Fanchon and Marco organization. Although the producer states that it is Impossible to set a figure for the expenditures of his company and those connected with it during any year on everything necessary to carrying on the business of entertaining with stage shows, he ventures that $50,000,000 would not be too high a figure. "In salaries alone for the past year, we have paid out to musicians, stage hands, electricians, craftsmen, company managers, costume designers, seamstresses, carpenters, directors, song Children Offer Entertainment at Beach Club The Meglin Kiddies are scheduled appear this morning at the 50-50 Breakfast Club of the Deauville Beach Club. The program, which has been especially arranged, includes, in addition to the children. Dan ITobey, master of ceremonies; June Clyde, hon or guest; Homer Grunn, Steve 1 Juhaez, Arthur Ray Hill, Lester Roscoe and Snowflake and his Washboard Band.

KGFJ, as MARTHA. GENE BROWN part on the program, is dedicat a mystery story to the flub. entire proceeds are to be given poor children of Santa Monica. Every Saturday at the Manchester Theater, the Meglin Kiddies present revues. One of the featured nerformers of these, as well as of beach production.

Gene Brown. is Martha YOUTHFUL ACTRESS WINS LEADING ROLE lemmmmmtfim mmm i Naomi Ruth Stevens Naomi Ruth Stevens, a student at Grace Waugh Bowman School Theatricals, was recently chosen one of the principal roles in "Window Panes," being produced at Spotlight Theater. Miss Stevens portrays the role "Misha," an important character this drama written by Olga Printzlau. The remainder of the cast Is made up entirely of professionals. In addition to her acting.

Miss Stevens, who is 6 years of age, is known as a radio entertainer and tap and acrobatic dancer. Twelfth Year Celebrated by Dance School The Earle Wallaca Studio of Dancing celebrates the twelfth year its establishment this week. Start ing in the recreation room of a small apartment, the Wallace or ganization has grown until its quar ters are now among the most spa-clous in the city. Among the dancers who "have graduated from the Wallace school are the Wallace Sisters, musical comedy team now headlining the Circuit; the Crosby Brothers, featured as supporting of Gilda ray; Emilie and Romalne. featured in Publlx and Fanchon and Marco units; Helen Moore, now playing vaudeville with her "Six Steppers;" Margaret Livingston, screen player: Peggy Taylor of the Taylor and Gary adagio quartet; Jean McDonald, Betty Grsble and many others.

a rk '-sK Vij 1V' Vr- It Jiirnii i i Itfi win 2 X- i 1 DA NCI GO SiTilf Breymann's program at the Wil Games Revive Popularity of Grecian Dance The coming Olympic Games have aroused new interest in the dancing of ancient Greece, according to Ernest Belcher, who reports increased activity in this branch of the dance art. Belcher, who has been teaching here for the last seventeen years, declares that there is more demand for Grecian dancing than at any time since his arrival in this city. Many dancers heretofore have considered Grecian dancing as only part of their study, but a number of them are now concentrating solely on this form of dancing, he reports. Belcher has evolved a plan for a Grecian ballet symbolic of the Olympic Idea, and may present this summer as an outdoor performance. Young Violinist Will Be Soloist Lester Spencer, young violinist of talent, will appear at the Philharmonic Auditorium ps soloist with the Loa Angeles orchestra conducted by Ilya Br on son, the 23rd inst.

He has made several concert Southern California and during 1931 was concert master of the University of southern California symphony orchestra conducted by Alexander Stew art. He has served as soloist and assistant conductor of that organization also and la a member of the executive board of the Artist Endowment League. fcaa Ur4 ka4a ataja ana aarrja. Ye.r ns. wtt nt 1471 Appointments by talaphont, HE.

1372. HTHOOL or THEATRICALS no. oais. la ntUM. Plan IM ananr at tir rrati'Mi iiwair r- VHlMa ht llaMM, tlaM.t tralM aaaia ta all rtaamal.

will help yoa Meora compltte Inlormt. Jmt fill In tha coupon end pi'i ib aorntr of Firat end Broadway, or Tale inlormatioa will a teni you promptly. DRAMATIC ART PliP.f.lC SPFAKINO (,) VOICE BUILDING STAGE ft SCREEN LESTER I SPENCER PLAY OFFERING POSTPONED newed and added to her popularity Next season, however, boasts an array of artiste appearing for the 'first time in Los Angeles. Whether r-their brilliance will make up for the fact that neither Argentina nor Kreutzberg will return during the winter months, is a matter only the iuture can oecjoe. Taking a prominent place on the list of artists scheduled for the sea-con 1932-33 is Angna Enters, whose praises have been sung by eastern and continental critics.

Miss En ters, whose classification is "dance-mime." presents episodes and com positions In dance form. Her pro- nkn.DN. grams mciuae some uuzeu terizations to on-stage piano accompaniment. It is said to be a special virtue of Miss Enters's art to explore and illuminate incidents of bygone centuries. The costuming and lighting of each number calls into her work her early training as a paintes and sculptor.

Another outstanding dance art- city is Vincente Escudero, who ere- in- 1 rnnnnHntl in fttea lime snort ui -New York during the past season. Escudero was considered by the late Anna Pavlowa as the finest dancer Bp in "ever He was to dance with her on the intended tour of America which was prevented by her death. Teresina, another Spanish danc- and the latest sensation of Paris, London and New York, is another hr mm nrpspnt. hr art before Los Angeles audiences. Her dances range from tne stateiy parane the lively tango, and the unique presentation of these numbers has won her approval and applause.

Among the more unusual of the dance offerings to be presented will be the appearance of Shan-Kar, Hindu dancers and musicians. Pre-aented by musicians who play 120 eastern instruments of strings, wind and percussion, and by a group of sixteen dancers, eight male and eight female, tha programs promise to be another experience. With elaborate costume and lighting effect all of the subtle splendor of Orient is said to be revealed in I their performances. ONE AMERICAN DANCER The one American dancer scheduled thus far is Miriam Marmein. Miss Marmein has developed the art of mimicry to a high peak of perfection.

Her dances are said to combine the eye of the sculptor, the ear of the musician, the dramatic ae nte of the actor and the trained knowledge of tha choreographer. She has appeared in New York for several seasons and has been received with growing enthusiasm. But, in addition to the appearance of these new lights In the dance world, several other favorites 'will return. Mary Wigman's concerts for next season are planned as elaborate affairs in which her group, consisting of eighteen girls, wai participate. Ruth St.

Denis is also planning to return In a series of lecture-re- citals Including "The Future of the Dance In America," "The Dance as a Cultural Force," and "The Philosophy of the Dance In the Orient." All of these lectures are to be Illustrated with dances from her repertoire. With these artists, and no doubt a number of others not scheduled a yet, the 1932-33 season appears be a bright and diversified one for dance followers. No dates for the programs have been announced yet. Spanish Dancer to Open Series at Art Center Carina Lita, Spanish dancer, will open her series of concerts at the Piaza Art Center the 13th assisted by the Mexican pianist-com- poser, Gilbert Ysais. Carma Lita has appeared with Mordkin's Ballet at the Metropoli- tan Operahouse in New York, and with Leo Staats of the Paris Grand Opera.

She is remembered for her concert at the Philharmonic several seasons ago. Many Interesting numbers have been scheduled by the dancer for her current series. Masks, created for her by Louise Clalrmont, will be one of the features. Her choreog raphles are reported to be original, fcard on the various moods of Spain, with a modern flair. Children Seen in Stage Shows 8tudents of the Schuder-Ros School of Dance and Expression 1 have made many professional appearances at metropolitan theater during the past several months.

The Los Angeles Junior Follies, trained at these studios, appeared recently Wsrner Brothers Downtown, the Hippodrome, Warner Brothers Forum and Warner Brothers San Diego, an in Oxnard. Corona and other suburban cities. In addition to the larger dance ensembles, there ire a number of specialty acta programmed. These include acrobatic, tap, toe. eccentric and other forma of dancing.

HAWAIIAN TKOUPE ON MANY CLim PROGRAMS The D'Anton dancers, who arrived recently from Honolulu, have been appearing extensively during the past few weeks in programs before various clubs and other organlza ttrou of the city. Mme. Anton who brounht a troupe of native artists from the islands, has opened a ituflta in Hollywood where authen tie routlnea of nautch, Javanese i4 Poinn pea island dances are fiivn, Mm. D'Antn also imported a Hawaiian here. to its ing The the the the of for the of in of i I 'MOnraMZED BAI.tkT.' ACKOIMTICS BliMD foa NtW C4TALOGlC NEW RtDlCED TIITIO.N till 2Z.XU TL CL IIHSKII H.

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1904. MA 4S4U Pncl9 Evary Night Ect Sunday. rarma T.itA will hptrin a scrips of -vi r-Kaii Th. fvi. )atvi Goni School, will appear in Dancers Sign for Principal Ballet Roles Mile.

Leda Anchutina and Robert Bell have been signed through the Edith Jane School of Dancing for the leading parts in "Coppelia," which is being presented by the "Ballet Russe Modern" of San Francisco. Mile. Anchutina received her early training under such masters as Fokine and Mordkin and has studied locally under Muriel Stuart. Bell appeared locally in the Adolph Bolm balleU in the Hollywood Bowl and in the Warner Brothers' picture, "The Mad Genius." Both Anchutina and Bell are remembered by local audiences for their concert presented at the Wilshire Ebell Theater during the past winter. The Ballet "Coppelia" will be pre- sented in San Francisco the latter nart of Annl ana will oe seen ai the Philharmonic Auditorium June.

to! Tango Dancers Appear at Club Rudolpho Florentino of Argentina and his partner Maria Luisa Ruiz of Spain, rumba, Apache and whip tango dancers, have opened an engagement at the Italian Village. The two are pupils of Harold T. Zula-winski, head of the Zenda School of the Dance. Walter Trask, theatrical agent, is now associated with Zulawinski and Lon Murray and is considering the booking of a number of students from the school. Studio to Give "NavaT Party The Elisa Ryan Studio of Danc ing will be transformed into a port next Friday afternoon and evening when the dance classes will cele brate with a "Navy" party.

All members of the private ball room classes will participate in dance games and other amusements furnished for the affair. The girls will be dressed as "girls from every port." while the men will be garbed in sailor uniforms. Decorations and the "Ship's Orchestra," will carry out the idea in every detail. 7 a said to be outstanding, with support offered by Mary Louise Davison as Grazia. William Loverage as the butler, William Louchard as the duke and the assisting cast A feature of the spring term beginning this week at the school's new location is the addition of a course of study in stage design and scenic painting under the direction of P.

T. Blackburn, who has Just become a member of the staff of the college. Voice Teacher Moves Studio Daisy Sinclair, contralto, who has been heard many times as soloist during musical dedication festivals given in the new First Congregational Church, where she Is a choir member, is one of the moving forces in the Los Angeles Oratorio Society, whose members are now in readiness for the coming presentation of "King David." cw? Ernest o. UKyaru TTr DANCING SCHOOL OF 1500 8. Figuerea St.

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MU. 5819 HAMILL asssMO AN Production of "Death Takes a Holiday." scheduled for tonight at the Hollywood Musio Box Theater by the Hamill Ss Morgan College of the Theater, has Been post poned for one week, according to Dickson Morgan, director. The additional week will bring the work of the cast to a professional standard which will meet the demands of tha school, Morgan states. The work of Alfred Cunnlngnam in the difficult portrayal of Death PIANO TEACHERS CHANGED Piano normal and kindergarten piano will be taught at the Univer sity of the west college or music by Mary A. Braun.

assistant aean. replacing Elva Lahr Whitson. gurst teacher. MacPhatl School or music who was called back to Minneapolis last week. Miss Braun, also a grad uate of MacPhall's, renewed the Bowen method with Mrs.

WhlUon and will continue the work until fall, when Mn. Whitson will permanently Join the faculty of the University of the West college of music, as an Instructor of normal methods and kindergarten piano. of the House," "Professional Busl- I i-'- v'. ll is 7 IitnU rm aa laHath to ltaa ika trt a mowth' "DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY" al tha Maata Box Tantar. Saadar Wlaht.

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DANCING DRAMATIC ART m. 6 Tha Timoi School and Collta Huraau lion. THIS SERVICB IS FREE. Timao School and Collaia Ruraati. phona MAdiioa 234S end eompltia Dorothea D'Anton specializing in Native Hawaiian and South Sea Island Dances S540 Hollywood Studio 6.

CL. 2694. Care imfirmatia iitlrtt: C1IARLENE ZEIINEIL AUDREY RAE LEONARD AND JULIA CATHERINE BEY II AM DANCING ACROBATIC ADAGIO RAI.I.RT BALLROOM Who appeared in one of the sketches presented last week by the Junior Theater of the Bud Murray School for Staae and Screen, under the direction of Madge Cleveland. The production as the CLASSICAL JUVENILK TAP SPANISH See be urescnted by the organization. The young plsyers presented first of a monthly series to series of short one-act clays, Times Classified Ads (nr adililinnal advattiMmaaia nl muira inMruclimt and danrint ncM," "School Boll Fever" and "His Best Beller." The children ranged from 3 to 16 yesrs of see.

Murray Is planning to choose two plays from each monthly reciul and, at the end of the namely "Thirteen, "The Head In a downtown theater. NAME ADDRESS CITY J.i school term, present them lllilllI.MI iMIDMUIUUIlll I.