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ballets, danced by the children of the R.A. schools, assisted by a few of other 
regiments and arranged by Seftor Tardio. 
“Part of the scenery was specially painted for the occasion by Gunner Winkel- 
sett, R.A., who also arranged the harlequinade and took the part of clown in it 
and of “ Genius of the Ring * in the pantomine itself. 
The first scene was laid in St. Michael’s Cave, so well known to inhabitants of 
Gibraltar, and throughout the play constant allusions to Gibraltar topics amused 
and interested the crowded audiences. 
‘It is impossible to refer to the many scenes through which the action of the 
play runs, many of them admirably set, nor to 9 epenk “of all the performers who 
won applause, but special mention must be made of some. 
The part of Alladin was exceedingly well played by Miss A. Craig, whose sing- 
ing, dancing and acting were equally good and who appeared quite at home upon 
the stage. "Her sister, Miss B. Craig, took the part of the Slave of the Lamp, 
and Miss Dougherty that of the Princess, and both did their best for the success 
of the piece. As Emperor of China Lieutenant Forman, whose get up was excel- 
lent, performed exceedingly well and tl roroughly filled the part. Lieutenant 
McCheane had scarcely so many opportunities of distinctionas Pekoe, but his sing- 
ing and dancing were very good. The comic element, which was very strong, was 
supplied by Lieutenants Cooper and Hunter, the former as the Vizier, the latter 
as the Widow Twankay, Aladdin’s mother. Mr. Cooper, who has never in our 
opinion acted so well, quite excelled himself, and in conjunction with Mr. Hunter 
repeatedly brought down the house. The last- named, whose low comedy qualities 
are well known and much appreciated in Gibraltar, was most droll throughout, 
whether in his first scene as the inevitable Trilby or in his later scenes. We have 
already mentioned Gunner Winkelsett, but more than a word of praise must be 
accorded to Gunner Guy who is a capable actor and gave a spirited impersonation 
of the magician, 
The mandarins, maidens and demons were adequately represented by Royal 
Artillery performers, and when we have mentioned an excellent ae dance: 
performed with great effect by Mr. and Miss Artesani, and have noticed the capital 
performance of an orchestra led by Mr. Weber, R.A., we have mentioned all the 
most noteworthy performers in the R.A. Pantomime of 1896; played to large 
audiences for three evening performances and one matinée it is satisfactory to record 
that it was financially a success and it is hoped the forerunner of many similar 
performances, 
The chief credit of the whole is due to the managing committee consisting of 
Lieutenants Forman, Hunter and McCheane. 
CHARACTERS: 
: The Emperor of China... te ae Lizur. Forman, R.A. 
The Vizier... ae Abe is Aa Lizut. Coopsr, R.A. 
Pekoe. = 2.44 45, ie, A Wh LIEUT. McCOunans, R.A. 
Aladdin... sas ine ah e Miss A. Craia. 
Abanazar ... ihe Asis as re Gr. Guy, R.A. 
Te-To-Tum ! af oo ins T, WALLINGTON. 
The Slave of the Lamp a abe 86 Miss B. Crate. 
The Genius of the Ring .., ae are Gr. WINKLESETT, R.A. 
The Widow Twankay —... ah as Lizur. Hunter, R.A. 
Princess Badroulboudour... Hes a Miss DovuGHeERrTy. 
Mandarins. Maidens. Demons. Chinamen. 
i « ( General Manager ia Lieut. Forman, R.A. 
Committee of S 
Property Manager a Lizur. Hunter, R.A. 
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apreeen Stage Manager... a, Lieut. McCuzang, R.A. 
