A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1900-04-21 - 1900-04-23
Summary:

Fourth tour round the world of the world-famed Ada Delroy Company. The world's greatest dancer in her latest innovation 'She.' And the Bioscope will shown the latest pictures including scenes and incidents in the Transvaal War. Also The White Mahatma's startling performance.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1905-09-09
Summary:

The Gaiety Stars give their last performance at the theatre Royal. Governor and the party will be the audience. A special programme had been arranged. New arrangements had been made by magicians and dancers.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-01-20 - 1908-01-22
Summary:

Tonight: Ernesto Fregolini. Debut of funny bob-bob. R.A. Macdonald, Irish Comedian and dancer. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road, Pottinger Street.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-04-13
Summary:

At the Victoria Cinematograph, there is a troupe of Russian dancers and singers. On Saturday night a large audience once again demonstrated their warm approval of the songs and dances, and were also loud in their praise of a new set of films from Paris. Commencing tonight the Cinematograph…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-17
Summary:

At the Victoria Cinematograph tonight a new programme will be given, and Miss Carmen, 'La Trianera,' will make her debut in Hongkong as a dancer. Extra electric fans keep the air cool, and the entertainment is good.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-07-21
Summary:

The newly established Alexandra Cinema-Theatre in Zetland Street is a district addition to Hongkong's amusements and should prove a great success. The films shown are new and amusing, the orchestra makes sweet music. Signor Torras, the tenor, Miss Russell, and little Miss Thelma, all sing…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-07-28 - 1908-08-06
Summary:

The Engel Troupe of Russian dancers. The beautiful Miss Carmen 'La Trianera.' Two performances nightly. Schedule details included. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-07 - 1908-09-08
Summary:

Engel Troupe. Russian dancers. New English songs. Change of programme every second day. Two performances nightly. Schedule details included. Tickets can also be obtained at the Robinson Piano Co. Don't forget the address: Des Voeux Road (Pottinger Street Corner).

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-08-24
Summary:

At the Alexandra Cinema-Theatre on Saturday evening a very large and enthusiastic audience gathered to witness the farewell performances of Miss Violet Russel and Little Thelma, who have had just concluded a two months' successful engagement with the management of the above theatre.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1908-09-08
Summary:

The Engel troupe of Russian dancers who have been appearing with so much success at the Victoria Cinematograph, give their farewell performance tonight. A lot of new comic and dramatic films will also be shown to the Hongkong public for the first time.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-30 - 1908-10-26
Summary:

Two performances every night including magnificent comic and dramatic films; Performance from the French Artistes Mlle. Cecilia & Mr. C. Verari, and the talented singer and dancer of the Tivoli Theatre of Sydney, Miss Ph. E. MacDonald

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-19 - 1909-03-22
Summary:

The celebrated comedy duo and unparalleled dancers, Steve Adson & Thorne Jessie

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-23 - 1909-03-29
Summary:

The celebrated comedy duo and unparalleled dancers, Steve Adson & Thorne Jessie, change of programmes every 2 days

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-29 - 1909-03-31
Summary:

Piano performance by Great David; Latest film exhibition: The Thaw Murder Trial; Dancer: Miss Lottie Oatley; Indian Songs & Dances: Baby Daughtry; English Songs Singer: Miss Vera Vaughan; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-30 - 1909-05-01
Summary:

The celebrated comedy duo and unparalleled dancers, Steve Adson & Thorne Jessie, and Miss Hilda, change of programmes every 2 days

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-04-01 - 1909-04-03
Summary:

Film exhibition: The Thaw Murder Trial; Dancer: Miss Lottie Oatley; Indian Songs & Dances: Baby Daughtry; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-07 - 1909-04-10
Summary:

The world famed comedy duo and unparalleled dancers. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. In a grand change of programme. Introducing catchy songs, whimsical witticisms and grotesque dancing.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-21 - 1909-04-23
Summary:

Tonight! Tonight! Adson & Thorne. Grand change of programme. The eccentric act Tosts. Debut of Miss Hilda, serpentine dancer. The wonderful film, 'Beard Blue.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-04-24 - 1909-04-30
Summary:

Tonight! Tonight! Grand change of programme. By the world famed comedy duo and unparalleled dancers. Steven Adson and Thorne Jessie. In their grotesque specialty act.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-05-01 - 1909-05-03
Summary:

Tonight! Tonight! The world famed comedy duo and unparalleled dancers. Steve Adson and Throne Jessie. In their great burlesque creation, Sal-owes-me. Being their original skit on the renowned and famous salome dance. Miss Hilda, serpentine dances.