19 MAY 1849, Page 12

The Germans at Drury Lane have performed Der Freischiita, in

a manner which has given new freshness and interest to a hackneyed opera. This effect arises more from the excellence of the ensemble than from any striking features in the principal performers. Mademoiselle Romani, the Agathe, is a sensible actress and a sound German singer. Madame Marlow, as Annchen, is sprightly and pleasant, with a redundancy of action. Herr En, the tenor, who represents Max, is weak both as an actor and a singer; but Herr Stepan, with a powerful bass voice and great energy, is an excel- lent Caspar. The fine choruses are sung with admirable clearness, deli- cacy, and spirit. The undertaking seems to prosper: the houses during the week have been excellent.