A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-23
Summary:

There was again only a moderate attendance at the Theatre Royal last night when the Scott Expedition pictures were shown. The picture was recorded by Mr. Herbert G. Ponting on Captain Robert Falcon Scott's expedition to the Antarctic.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-04-25
Summary:

The pictures of Captain Scott's dash for the South Pole drew a fair house last evening at the Theatre Royal. There will be matinee this afternoon.

63
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1914-06-19 - 1914-06-20
Summary:

Performance by Mr. Freearhas on June 27.

64
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-01-05
Summary:

The steps of the Theatre Royal are far too wide apart. They are very uncomfortable and dangerous. Attention needs to be given to this matter.

65
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-04-07
Summary:

Attention is drawn to the fact that Mr. H. P. White is on Tuesday, at 12:30 p.m., conducting another auction sale of seats for the Shakespearian selections to be given at the Theatre Royal on St. George's Night. The sale is confined to Englishmen, and it is stated that the genial auctioneer…

66
Headline: Theatre Royal
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-02 - 1919-06-09
Summary:

Ambassador Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany.' Jun 4 remarks: The First National Exhibitor's Circuit producers of 'Shoulder Arms' and the 'Tarzan' pictures. Ambassador James W. Gerard's 'My Four Years in Germany.' Jun 5 remarks: What the…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-06-05
Summary:

Booking is now open at Moutries for the showing that great propaganda film 'My Four Years in Germany.' The picture is a most wonderful production and has created a deep impression in every place in which it has been shown. It will be screened at the Theatre Royal on Saturday and Monday…

68
Headline: Theatre Royal
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-08-16 - 1919-08-18
Summary:

H. W. Ray presents D. W. Griffith's 'Hearts of the World.' Booking at Moutrie's. August 18 remarks: Film reviews included. Music by an augmented orchestra.

69
Headline: Theatre Seat
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-01-16
Summary:

To the Editor of the 'Hongkong Telegraph' – The lack of some foreigner in charge of seating people at the Theatre Royal was well illustrated at 'Rigoletto,' on January 13th, when two gentlemen in company with two ladies arrived holding tickets for seats 11, 12, 13 and 14,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-17
Summary:

A larger, more effective and more attractive Theatre will solve the principal source of touring companies. It will also attract greater patronage of visiting companies and hence better shows in the colony. Undoubtedly, Hong Kong needs a more modern playhouse, a Theatre more in keeping with the…

71
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-11
Summary:

Globe Trotters' appeared again at the Star Theatre on Saturday and Sunday nights. Their show is exceedingly well put on and it is in every way 'clean' and attractive. The company opens a short season at the Theatre Royal tonight.

72
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-13
Summary:

The Quaints' continue to draw appreciative houses at the Star Theatre where they finish their season tomorrow. They are to play in Canton on Thursday and for their last two nights in the Fat East they will appear at the Theatre Royal Hongkong. For this farewell, Mr. Salisbury and his party…

73
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-17
Summary:

The Quaints' repeated their impression of the 'Co-Optimists' at the Theatre Royal. The audience thoroughly enjoyed the program which included the performance of Mr. Salisbury and London artists attempting to sing sentimental ballads. Tonight, the 'Quaints' give their…

74
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-10
Summary:

Italian Grand Opera Company presented Ambroise Thomas' famous 'Mignon' in the Theatre Royal. The company also presented Mdlle. Pinna Minotti who gathered widespread applause. Mdlle. Enna Surinach also gave an outstanding performance. Two performances were given at the Star Theatre…

75
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-07 - 1925-01-10
Summary:

The Season's biggest musical event. Premyslav. Eugenie and Leopold perform. Booking at Moutrie's and Star. January 9-10 remarks: Programme details included.

76
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-19
Summary:

Theatre Royal will be presenting the Gilbert and Sullivan favourite entitled 'The Gondoliers' by Hongkong Philharmonic Society, tomorrow night. Dress rehearsal took place last night. His Excellency the Officer Administrating the Government who is President of the Philharmonic Society…

77
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-21
Summary:

Hongkong Philharmonic Society presented 'The Gondoliers,' at the Theatre Royal. Despite bad weather, a large audience came up and appreciated the performance which was under the direction of Mr. Stanley Collott. Mr. W. G. Wheller was responsible for the proper presentation of the work…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-23
Summary:

Last night, Hongkong Philharmonic Society presented 'The Gondoliers,' at the Theatre Royal. A large audience came up and appreciated the performance. This time the orchestral and chorus work much better than the previous performance. Costumes were procured form Burkinshaw's of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-11-07
Summary:

The Italian Opera Company concluded their season at the Theatre Royal last evening. Tonight, the company will begin its season at the Star Theatre. During this season there will be special late ferried from Kowloon after each performance.