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: 1923-06-28
Summary:

The clever combination Leeds and Le Mar, have been joined by two more artists, Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles, at the Star Theatre. While the big picture in the Star is being changed to a wild west story entitled, 'The Fire Eater,' starring Hoot Gibson.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-28
Summary:

Harry Leeds and Miss Trixie Le Mar have made many friends in the Colony since they gave their performance at the Star Theatre, Kowloon. They have now been joined by Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles, who have just arrived from India. The variety performance is being presented in conjunction with…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-28
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to host Leeds and Le Mar who are now joined by two more artists Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles. They appear in the Star commencing tonight in a musical absurdity and entitled 'Here He Comes.' The turn consists of a number of songs, dances and sketches. Star…

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Headline: Here He Comes'
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-29
Summary:

The performance of Harry Leeds and Miss Trixie Le Mar at the Star received appreciation last night. Supporting performers included Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles. While the big picture entitled 'The Fire Eater,' starring Hoot Gibson and Walter Perry, proved to be a real thriller.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-29
Summary:

The variety turn 'Here He Comes' by Harry Leeds and Miss Trixie Le Mar was widely appreciated by the audience at Star Theatre. The artists charmed the audience with their various vocal items. Bob Harper and Miss Betty Charles, who made their debut performances in the colony, introduced…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30
Summary:

Judging by the advance reports in 'Bob Hampton of Placer,' Mr. Ray has secured a film for the Coronet well above the standard of most productions which the industry turns out. Marshall Neilan has been responsible for a number of fine films such as 'Go and Get It.' The title…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-08
Summary:

Another special attraction is announced for the Star Theatre. Tonight, the Royal Russian Ballet will open a brief Kowloon season with their famous 30-minute ballet revue. Coming from the Imperial Theatre, Moscow, and the Pavilion de Paris, the Company is one of the best. Performers include Madam…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-09
Summary:

The Royal Russian Ballet opened their performance at the Star last night. Performers include Madam Linova, Misses Lantzoff, Miss Lina Imernor, Mr. Sergay Binoff. Hoot Gibson's pictorial Comedy 'Blinky' was screened.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-09
Summary:

Kowloon folk turned out in large numbers last night to welcome the Royal Russian Ballet, who opened its brief season in the Star Theatre with an excellent programme. Performers include Madam Linova, Miss Lantzoff, Miss Lina Smirnov, Mr. Sergay Binoff, and Mr. Jan Will. Altogether the programme…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-10
Summary:

Apart from the performance of Royal Russian Ballet, 'Blinky' featuring Hoot Gibson, is the screening programme included in Star Theatre. 'Always Audacious' featuring Wallace Reid, will be the new picture coming next.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-10
Summary:

Another success was scored by the Royal Russian Ballet when it gave the second performance of their brief Kowloon season in the Star Theatre last evening. Much enjoyed also was the move play, 'Blinky,' in which Hoot Gibson has the leading role.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-21
Summary:

Encouraged by the success they have achieved at the Star Theatre, Dick Norton's band of professional entertainers, 'The Globe Trotters,' has extended their brief Kowloon season. A Paramount special entitled 'To Please One Woman' will be shown tomorrow at both the 5.15 p.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-22
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Paramount picture called 'To Please One Woman' is the attraction at the Star Theatre. The leading role is portrayed by Claire Windsor. While a Thursday, there will be a double programme from two dancers Miss Mura Shipoff and her brother and an excellent film…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

Showing the Star Theatre tonight for the last time is the entertaining Paramount picture 'To Please One Woman,' in which Claire Windsor takes the leading role. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-23
Summary:

Tonight for the last time, Star Theatre is going to screen Paramount entertainment, entitled 'To Please One Woman,' featuring Clair [sic] Windsor.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-06
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

In 'A Full House,' the Paramount feature which will be screened at the Star Theatre tonight and tomorrow night, Bryant Washburn, the well-known light comedian, takes the leading part. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-09
Summary:

Star Theatre will be screening a Paramount picture 'A Full House,' tomorrow night. The film features Bryant Washburn. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Local cinema-goers are reminded of the final show of the Paramount picture, 'A Full House' at Star Theatre today, which is starred by Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn. Directed by James Cruze.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-10
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre will be screening 'A Full House' starring Lois Wilson and Bryant Washburn.