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: 1904-06-09
Summary:

The Tai Ping theatre West Point was entered twice last week by thieves, and last night a third visit was paid to it. The police were on the lookout on this occasion and arrested the intruder with a clock in his possession. At the Magistracy today he was sentenced to three months' goal by Mr…

2
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1906-06-30
Summary:

There was a crowded house at the Tai Ping Theatre and a coolie who was anxious to see the show could not obtain a good seat, who eventually sat on the stage. He was later removed from the stage by the management, however, the coolie resisted and threw a stone at the man who had ejected him. He…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-10-12
Summary:

At a meeting held in the Tai Ping Theatre on Sunday. Mr Lau Chu Pak, who presided, spoke on the necessary for a hall being provided for the Chinese, which might be used as a lecture room, a school for teaching classical Chinese, or a place where distinguished visitors could be entertained.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-12-03
Summary:

Under the distinguished patronage of H.K. Governor (Sir Frederick, Lugard K.C.M.G., C.B., D.S.O.) a Chinese theatrical performance is being given nightly in the Tai Ping Theatre in aid of the funds of the Hongkong University. During the performance Chinese refreshments were served. The…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-07-20
Summary:

At the Taiping Theatre today a charity performance in aid of local Chinese charities will take place. $30,000 has already subscribed and the expenses of the performance are being defrayed by Mr Li Wing Kwong. The profits are to be dispensed to Tung Wah Hospital, Kwong Wah Hospital, Alice…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1915-07-27
Summary:

The West River Flood Relief Fund should benefit to a considerable extent as the result of the performance of Queen's College Dramatic Society in Taiping Theatre last night. Audiences included H.E. the Governor, Captain R. O. Hutchison, A.D.C., the Director of Education Mr. E. A. Irving, the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-10-05 - 1917-10-09
Summary:

Schedule for Thursday, 18th October, 1917: In morning, a collection for Lady May's Rose Fund is held. In afternoon at 3 o'clock, a drawing of war bonds and St. John Ambulance Brigade competitions are held. Teas and refreshments are included. In evening at 9 o'clock, new official…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1917-10-10 - 1917-10-16
Summary:

Schedule for Thursday, 18th October, 1917: In morning, a collection for Lady May's Rose Fund is held. In afternoon at 3 o'clock, a drawing of war bonds and St. John Ambulance Brigade competitions are held. Teas and refreshments are included. In evening at 9 o'clock, new official…

9
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1918-07-29
Summary:

Mr. Chan Kang Yu who has during the past two or three years organised theatrical performances, in the aid of Kwong Wa Hospital, recently provided another performance at Taiping Theatre for a few days and he made up some amount and sent to Secretary for Chinese Affairs to be handed over to the…

10
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-11-27
Summary:

Miss Pik Wan Ha, the famous Chinese actress, acted the role of Ch'oi Ch'iu Kuan at the Taiping Theatre last night. The plot of the drama included.

11
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-23 - 1921-05-25
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Katherine MacDonald in 'The Thunderbolt.' Not suitable for children. Snub Pollard in 'Don't Weaken.' Also Coronet Review. May 24 Remarks: The Coronet programme is shown in Canton at the Sincere Theatre. Wednesday's programme includes…

12
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-26 - 1921-05-28
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, First National presents Constance Talmadge in 'In Search of a Sinner.' Also Vanity Fair Comedy and Pathe Review. Picture included. May 28 Remarks: The Coronet programme is shown in Canton at the Sincere Theatre. Today's programme includes…

13
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-27 - 1921-05-27
Summary:

Saturday to Tuesday, May 28 to 31, George B. Seitz and Margaret [sic] Courtot in 'Pirate Gold' episodes 1 and 2.

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-05-30 - 1921-05-31
Summary:

At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, V. R. C. Sports, 'The Lost City' episodes 1 and 2 and Charlie Chaplin in 'The Bank.' The Coronet programme is shown in Canton at the Sincere Theatre. Today's programme includes episodes 1 and 2 of 'Pirate Gold.'

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-04-06
Summary:

The theatre which has been freshly whitewashed and painted, and the floors covered with matting, are arranged tables with red silk hangings and seating accommodation for 2,000, for the visit of Prince and his party. Flags – Red Ensigns with the portraits of King Edward and Queen Alexandra, and…

16
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-09-09 - 1922-09-09
Summary:

This famous Shakespearean play will be performed by the Chung Tai Ping Theatrical Company at the Tai Ping Theatre on Sunday night the 10th instant.

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-13
Summary:

Robert W. Chambers will soon be an equally strong draw for cinema-goers, if the high standard set the 'The Fighting Chance' is any criterion. The Paramount picture will be screened at the Star Theatre. Other stars included Anna Q Nilsson and Conrad Nagel.

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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…

19
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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-02
Summary:

A City Sparrow,' the new Paramount film which portrays Ethel Clayton as an Apache dancer will be screened in the Star Theatre for the last time this evening.