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: 1911-02-24
Summary:

A complete change of programme will take place tomorrow at the Bijou Scenic Theatre. New songs by Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Stephenson and fresh pictures on the biorama are billed; The Empire will exhibit for the first time Pathe's coloured film entitled 'The Inn or The Drunk.'…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-02-27
Summary:

The Empire Cinematograph was crowded on Saturday when the Donnelly's made their bow to the Hongkong public.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-02-28
Summary:

The grand skating carnival in connection with the Victoria Skating Rink takes place tonight. Messrs Ramos and Ramos, the proprietors are giving no less than four valuable prizes for which the ladies have a chance of competing; While in Empire Theatre, a very fine and interesting film entitled…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-03-01
Summary:

Quite a number of new films was put on the screen last night at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre and heartily enjoyed by the spectators. The Donnelly Family won admiration from all in their songs and dances. Miss Dollie Swift made her farewell appearance and Mr. Denis Carney gave a very smart…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-03-06
Summary:

The Empire on Saturday was also crowded to its fullest extent, the Donnelly's, a decidedly clever troupe of artists, being the draw. The pictures were also excellent and some of them amusing. The place is sustaining its reputation, being the pioneer cinematograph and vaudeville show in…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-03-16
Summary:

On Friday night there will be another change of programme in connection with the Empire Cinematograph Theatre when a beautiful film entitled 'Faust' will be exhibited for the first time in Hongkong.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-03-18
Summary:

Although but rarely privileged to see and hear any of the great Italian operas in Hongkong, the public have an opportunity of seeing an excellent representation of 'Faust' in the truly magnificent film which is being exhibited at the Empire Theatre. The film is of great length and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-03-18
Summary:

At the Empire tonight a film, no less than 2000 feet long, entitled 'Faust' will be exhibited and also at the matinee.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-03-24
Summary:

A very fine film entitled Athaliah, Queen of Judah, is to be shown at the Empire tonight for the first time. Synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-03-25
Summary:

Last night, the Empire Cinematograph exhibited for the first time the 2,000 feet long film called 'Athaliah,' which, as its name suggests, illustrates a well-known Biblical episode.

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Headline: The Empire
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-03-31
Summary:

This is the last night of the Donnelly Troupe at the Empire Theatre prior to their departure for Shanghai. Tomorrow night Mr Frank Foster makes his debut.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-04-01
Summary:

The Empire will have a selection of new pictures for the matinees on Saturday and Sunday, which usually draw full houses, special rates for children being charged.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-04-04
Summary:

Mr. Frank Morris made his debut at the Empire Cinematograph on Saturday night and was accorded a flattering reception. Miss Irma La Pomme continues to please her hearers with her refined singing.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-04-04
Summary:

Mr. Frank Foster, who arrived from Shanghai, has made his debut at the Empire Cinematograph.

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Headline: The Empire
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-04-11
Summary:

Messrs Ramos and Ramos have received another fine collection of films which will be exhibited during the Easter holidays. Amongst the pictures are those entitled 'The Statue'; 'The Tax Receiver'; 'Pygmalion'; 'Phedra'; 'Isis'; 'Semiramis…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-04-21
Summary:

The magnificent coloured film entitled 'The Troubadour' will be exhibited at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre tonight for the first time. On Sunday night Miss Salvati and Mr Falants will make their debut in Italian operatic selections.

77
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-04-25
Summary:

The films, beautiful as they always are at the Empire, were completely eclipsed by the musical programme submitted by these high-class artists, including Signorina Salvati and Signor Falanto.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-01
Summary:

A feast of good things is at present being provided to patrons of the Empire Cinematograph. Signorina Salvati appears in an amusing laughing song, while Miss Irma La Pomme and Mlle. Bascans contribute pleasing songs. Sr. Falanto's fine rich voice nightly evokes applause.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-22
Summary:

The Empire Cinematograph continues to provide refined and wholesome entertainment. The 'hall' is well worth a visit for each trip is repaid a pleasant evening's relaxation.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-06
Summary:

Commencing last night a very clever Japanese troupe of acrobats, etc., is showing at the Empire Cinematograph Hall.