A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 20 of 239
1
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-08-03
Summary:

A novel scheme for attracting men to religious services on Sunday has been devised by Rev. Sydney Goodman, who established 'Men's Church.' Besides preaching a sermon, he provides entertainment (consists of moving pictures, stereopticon views and singing by professionals). The…

2
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-06-06
Summary:

The programme most worthy of mention was the Gaumont Graphic, giving the latest news from home, including an excellent series of pictures dealing with the Home Rule Question, and two very fine portraits of Sir Edward Carson, and New York. Other pictures included: 'Too many Caseys' (…

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-03
Summary:

Miss May Yohe's performance is well received at the Victoria. The pictures are interesting. Tomorrow, the Carsons will perform at the Victoria.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-04 - 1915-05-04
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Carsons' (3 parts, 3,000 ft); Screening of Pathe's Latest Gazette; Also some new comic, interesting historical films

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-05 - 1915-05-07
Summary:

Film screening of 'The Carsons' (3 parts, 3,000 ft); Screening of Pathe's Latest Gazette; Also some new comic, interesting historical films

6
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-05
Summary:

There was an especially good programme at the Victoria last night, the picture of principal interest being a Vitagraph Company's representation of 'As You Like It.' The Carsons performed. Little Miss Gladie and Jack Ranch gave good performances too.

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-06
Summary:

The Carsons presenting 'Pastimes on the Prairies,' commenced an engagement at the Victoria Theatre. Pathe's Gazette and other films completed an excellent programme.

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-06 - 1915-05-10
Summary:

On May 7, the thrilling detective drama, 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' in 2 parts - 2,000 feet long, with the famous lady detective madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; also 'The Perils of the Atlantic'; performance by Little Gladie, Soubrette & Dancer, Jack Ranch,…

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-08 - 1915-05-08
Summary:

Film screening of 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' (2 parts, 2,000 ft) with the famous lady dective Madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; Performance by Jack Ranch and Three Carsons

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-10 - 1915-05-11
Summary:

Film screening of 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' (2 parts, 2,000 ft) with the famous lady dective Madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; Performance by Jack Ranch and Three Carsons

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-10
Summary:

There was a very packed house at the Victoria on Saturday night, and a good programme, the chief item of which was the shooting act of 'The Three Carsons.' Another interesting feature of the programme was a moving war map, while prolonged amusement was created by an excellent American…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-19
Summary:

A big concert will take place at the Victoria tonight. In addition to the various professional artistes — Miss May Clark, the Carsons, Mr. Albert Morrow and Professor Gonzalez, one or two local amateurs including Mr. Harry Relph will appear. One of the features will be 'Motoring,' by…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-20
Summary:

Another very successful patriotic concert was given last night at the Victoria. The Band of the 74th Punjabis played some splendid selections, and one of the bandsmen, Allah Dah, gave a piccolo solo. Miss May Clarke, the Carsons, Mr. Harry Relph, professor Gonzalez, Mr. George Grimble and Mr.…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-26 - 1915-06-29
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Wreck' (4 parts, 6,000 ft); Coming performance by The Three Carsons

15
Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-06-26 - 1915-06-29
Summary:

Tonight, the sensational American drama 'The Wreck' in 4 parts - length 6,000 feet; On June 27, performance by The Three Carsons.

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-26
Summary:

The Three Carsons will appear at the Bijou on Sunday for a few nights only.

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-02-09
Summary:

A benefit variety Matinee in aid of the widow and children took place at the Victoria Theatre. There was a few repetitions of the performance given at the Naval Theatre a week ago. The Dockyard Glee Party, Mesdames Goodman and Ewens, Messrs Cawsey, Brook and Crocker, also contributed to the…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-28 - 1917-04-28
Summary:

On Apr 30, Daniel Frohman presents, Pauline Frederick in the great Paramount picture, 'Sold' in 5 parts; Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War; a screaming comedy, 'Entirely under New Management' in 2 parts.

19
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-04-30 - 1917-04-30
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents Pauline Frederick in Paramount's 'Sold'; Screening of Pathe's British Gazette, The Great War

20
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-05-07 - 1917-05-07
Summary:

Daniel Frohman presents Mary Pickford in 'Rags', story by Edith Barnard Delano, produced by Famous Players Film Co.; Pictures included