A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-14
Summary:

The Grand Italian Opera Company opened a short season at the Star Theatre last evening, with a splendid performance of Puccini's famous opera 'La Boheme.' The occasion was rendered notable by the debut of Madame Ambroso. In turn, tonight the Company will give a performance of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-15
Summary:

The Italian Opera Company played 'Rigoletto' at the Star Theatre last night.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-16
Summary:

Last night the Italian Opera Company played 'Paggliacci' and 'Cavaleria Rusticana,' the excellent singing fully maintaining the high reputation the Company has made for itself. There is to be a matinee this afternoon, when 'La Favorita' is to be presented. Moreover…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-18
Summary:

Star Theatre hosted the Italian Grand Opera Company during the weekend. Of the three operas presented, 'Luccia di Lammermoor' attracted the audience the most. The performance was beautified by the singing and dancing of Miss Delza in the mad scene. The company are giving two additional…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-19
Summary:

The Italian Opera Company will give a farewell performance at the Star Theatre tonight, for which they have chosen Gounod's 'Faust.' The Company tender thanks for the reception extended to them in Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-20
Summary:

The Italian Grand Opera Company is going to give one more performance tomorrow at the Star Theatre, due to a delay in the departure of the steamer by which they will be proceeding to Shanghai. In tomorrow's performance Bizet's production 'Carmen' will be the offering.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-21
Summary:

Owing to their steamer for Shanghai having been delayed, the Italian Grand Opera Company will be able to delight the Hongkong public for another night. They will present at the Star Theatre this evening, the popular 'Carmen.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-22
Summary:

Owing to unavoidable delay the return visit of the 'Powder Puffs' to the Star Theatre will not be until January 13th to 15th. Chefalo and Palermo will fill the bill from the 27th to the 29th in the place of the above company.

129
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-27
Summary:

Signor Chefalo and Signorina Palermo, the famed magicians, are at the Star Theatre. Miss Magdelene Palermo presents a scene entitled 'The Garden of Mysteries,' assisted by Chefalo, Miss Fay, Fremlin and Yayman. It is noted that the Chefalo-Palermo Company has toured all Spain, and is…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-27
Summary:

Signor Chefalo and Signorina Palermo, the famed magicians, are going to present a short season of laughter, thrills and mystery at the Star Theatre. Miss Magdelene Palermo, assisted by Chefalo, Miss Fay, Fremlin and Yayman, will be presenting 'The Garden of Mysteries' in Fregoli style…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-29
Summary:

A crowded house on Wednesday night was greatly impressed by the large variety of tricks which the celebrated Chefalo and his no less talented partner Palermo presented at their opening performance at the Star Theatre. It is noted that tonight will be the last night performance.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-30
Summary:

The New Year Holiday programme at the Star Theatre consists of a special production in which the screen's best dancer, Miss DuPont, is seen in the Peacock Dance in surroundings typical of the gay cabaret life of Paris. The picture entitled 'The Rage of Paris' is being screened for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-03
Summary:

The popular Powder Puffs Company who was here some weeks ago are returning to us on 11th, when they open a three nights' season at the Star Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-03
Summary:

L'Apache,' starring Dorothy Daltan [sic], will be shown at the Star Theatre this evening. Dorothy should get on as well with her audience as when she appeared in the previous picture 'The Market of Souls' screened recently at the same theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-04
Summary:

The Powder Puffs will be featured in the three nights' season at the Star Theatre. A new arrival with the Company will be Miss Dorothy Drew.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-04
Summary:

L'Apache,' featuring Dorothy Dalton, was shown for the first time at the Star Theatre yesterday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-06
Summary:

The Storm,' produced on the stage last season by George Broadhurst, is going over to the Star Theatre tomorrow. The picture rights were brought by Carl Laemmle. In turn, Reginald Barker chose House Peters for the leading role, together with Virginia Valli, Matt Moore and Josef Swickard.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-06
Summary:

Capitalizing on the success of 'The Storm' in the last season when it was produced by George Broadhurst, it became the overnight sensation of the theatrical world. Carl Laemmle bought its picture rights. He, along with Reginald Barker produced the picture in the most glamorous way…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-09
Summary:

Mdlle. Toska is appearing at the Star Theatre, Kowloon, on the 10th and 11th in classical dance. On the 12th, 13th and 14th the 'Powder Puffs' English Musical Company pays a return visit. Booking has opened at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-09
Summary:

Today, Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Storm' for the last time. Film synopsis included.