The Daily Dispatch                                      May 21, 1863.

Amusements

--Our citizens find in the three places of amusement now open every night an ample refuge from the annul inseparable to the present state of affairs. In theatrics, if the performances are not as good as one could wish, they have the consolation of knowing that the times afford no better. Despite, however, the carping criticism that disparages every effort to entertain the public in a theatrical way, there are some very creditable actors and actresses on the boards of the Richmond Theatre, and it is to their own interest to exert themselves to pleases.

Last night was performed at the Marshall Theatre the favorite melodrama, the "Dream at Sea," concluding with the farce of the"Alpine Maid." The decorative appointments at this Theatre are admirable, and set off acting, good or bad, to great advantage. Mr. Theo. Hamilton is leading man.

At the Varieties, Franklin street, Mr. Walter Keeble, an actor of established reputation, together with Charley Morton, Miss Ella Wren, and others, well known Richmond favorites, hold the even tenor of their way, nightly filling the house with appreciative audiences. The legitimate drama has several worthy representatives in the company playing at the Varieties. Last night was given "Romeo and Juliet" in very effective style. The "Rough Diamond," a farce first introduced to the Richmond public by Sir Wm Don, concluded the evening's entertainment.

At Metropolitan Hall Lee Mallory, by the versatility of his genius, always has on hand something new and acceptable for the entertainment of his visitors. The hall has lately been remodeled, and now looks like a bijou theatre. The singing, dancing, and statuary at this place are well worth the expense of a visit.