A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 261 - 277 of 277
261
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…

262
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-22
Summary:

Efrem Zimbalist, the world-famous violinist, could have wished for no warmer reception than that he received from an appreciative audience in the Queen's Theatre last night. It is true that owing principally to a big Trafalgar Day counter attraction at the Theatre Royal and also to the fact…

263
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-28
Summary:

Mr. William Heughan, the Scottish baritone, who sang at the Theatre Royal and Star Theatre here, has had a big success in Australia, being enthusiastically received wherever he appeared.

264
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…

265
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.

266
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-12
Summary:

The Premyslav had a very successful concert at the City Hall on Saturday night and were received by a large audience. The programme was varied and interesting and both performers gave their best. Leopold Premyslav captivated with his excellent rendering of all items played on his violin. Those…

267
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-01-13
Summary:

At the Star Theatre last night, the Premyslavs repeated their success of Saturday when they performed at the City Hall. The programme was entirely changed. The best items were those where cello and violin played in concert, although the 'Nocturne in D. major,' by Choplin, for the…

268
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-28
Summary:

The Madeline Rossiter Company gave a delightful entertainment yesterday at the Theatre Royal. The title was 'Pierrot Pie.' 'A Life on the Ocean Wave' evoked rousing applause.

269
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-29
Summary:

Madeline Rossiter's Company of entertainers received a good reception on their appearance in 'Strollerland' at the Theatre Royal last night. Performers included Charles Mason, Lena Lawton, Don Gemmell, Madge Aberdare, Billy Iredale and Elsie May.

270
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-30
Summary:

Mr. Stewart Garner, representative of Mr. E. J. Carroll, who is directing the world tour for Sir Harry Lauder, arrived Hongkong at Theatre Royal.

271
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1925-01-30
Summary:

The Madeline Rossiter Company provide audiences with 'Hors D'Ouvres' at the Royal Theatre.

272
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…

273
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…

274
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…

275
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-04-03
Summary:

The well-known West End Revue Stars, Miss Lee White in association with Mr. Clay Smith, with their original London Company which appeared last summer at the Queen's Theatre, Shaftsbury Avenue, commence their Hongkong season at the Theatre Royal tonight. The opening production tonight and…

276
Headline: An Apology Due
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-27
Summary:

(To the Editor, S. C. M. Post) Sir, – at the mass indignation meeting held at the Theatre Royal on Tuesday when the views of various members of the audience were expressed, it is felt that Mr. Best, in expressing his opinion, passed certain remarks concerning Americans, which were in bad taste.…

277
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.