Halton Hills Newspapers

Halton Hills This Week (Georgetown, ON), 18 December 1993, p. 12

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Page 12 — Halton Hills This Week, Saturday, December 18, 1993 ‘ntertainment. Travel a) mA RES Family Restaurant gy) 838g ET aan NEW YEAR'S @ 3 EVE DANCE A Cos | i eaturing The Cosmic Warehouse Band ~Roast Beef Dinner ~ . Salads, rolls, vegetables, Toast potatoes, pie & ice cream Complimentary glass of champagne at midnight 30 son Get your tickets ee asc disappointment Doubtfire. Screen veteran Mrs. Doubtfire cooks u By Patrick Freestone ~ Special to HHTW Like Julia Child ~on steroids, Robin Williams Serves up an impressive per- formance, not to mention figure, in the hilarious holi- day hit “Mrs. Doubtfire”. Williams stars as Daniel Hillard, a Struggling voice actor who, after a nasty divorce, insinuates himself back into his family dis- guised as. an eccentric housekeeper, TS Movie Review Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan co-star —_ as William’s ex-wife and her new boyfriend. Director Chris Columbus (Home Alone) creates with “Mrs. Doubtfire” a perfect showcase for the consider- able talents: of . Robin Williams. Williams offers up heaping servings of his comedic talents in the form of fast-paced one-liners and bawdy comedy schtick. “The best comedy of the year! D GEORGETOWN 235 Guelph Street NIGHTLY 6:45 & 9:15 DAILY MATINEES 2 PM. MRs. OUBTFIRE CINEMAS * 873-1999 DOUBTHRE P.M Mixed in with the comedy is a suitable amount of drama surrounding the issue of divorce and it’s effects on both fathers and children alike: Often the sentiment is overly simple and heavy- handed, but along comes Williams, over vigilant, to put the film back on its humorous main course. Harvey Fienstein steals many scenes as William’s flamboyant make-up artist [CNENA2] WAYNE’S WORLD 2 Pa] NIGHTLY 7 & 9 P. DAILY MATH ete ( NIGHTLY "ATES AVAILABLE AT - EORGETOWN CINEMAS Needs eT p tasty movie treat We'll Meet4 Your TWG TRAVEL inc, 48 MAIN ST.,S Georgetown 877-2252 brother responsible for *William’s transformation from macho man to many woman: - The film does suffer from lack of spacing, Particularly during the dramatic moments and at 120 min- utes may be too long to sus- tain the interest of some small children. However, the success of “Mrs. Doubtfire” is solely because of the talents of Williams. He holds the film together both comedically and dramatically, cooking up a great-tasting, low calo- rie treat perfect for the holi- days. Rating: %*%*% 1/2 (out of 4 stars) HEY SPORTS GROUPS! Halton Hills This Week wants to publish your results. Drop them off at our Office: 232 Guelph St. Unit #9, Georgetown or fax them to (905) 873-3918 Opportunity to hear the exciting “Showtime” singers, and enjoy a fun-filled evening 7 with their guests, Tickets $20 (includes For ticket information Barry Timleck 877-6198, John Winser (CIBC) 877-2231 Pick up and pay for tickets at CIBC Video Pius, 134 Guelph St; NRS Real Estate, Mountainview, Seucfit Shou On Saturday, January 22, 1994, the Rota: “Showtime” — a music hall revue featuring the artists. The show is a benefit perfoi Foundation, which has been formed and active member of Rotary for over 20 years. Ralph Ursel was a teacher at Georgetown High music, and left his mark on the Which he was involved. Ralph founded musicals at the high school and in Brampton, Christmas pantomimes with Georgetown Little enthusiasm and dedication to excellence helped bui munity, which in turn lead to the b {he Foundation needs funds to complet the project which itis hoped, wll ye a student scholarship of about $450 annually. 2 Haliniark Cards, A benefit performance for The Ralph Ursel Foundation Saturday, January 22/94 at the John Elliott Theatre 9 Church St., Georgetown Curtain 7:30 p.m. (non-teserved seating) reception after the show) call Neville Worsnop Georgetown Downtown; ry Club of Georgetown will Present rmance to raise funds for the Ralph Ursel in memory of Ralph Ursel, a past president Community through the many musical shows with Georgetown Globe Producti uilding of the John Elliott Theatre, 853-1030, “Showtime” singers and guest School. He loved theatre and directed and worked on a number of Theatre. Ralph Ursel’s talent, | ild a love of theatre in this com-

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