A large number of Chinese businessmen attended a dinner at the Kam Ling Hotel in honour of the Chinese actor Mei Lan-fang. The gathering included the Hon. Mr. Chow Shou-son and the Hon. Mr. Ng Hom-tze. The customary toast of the Chinese Republic and the President of China having been honoured,…
The fact that this is Mei Lan-fang's first visit to Hongkong and his great reputation were undoubtedly responsible for the large audience at the Tai Ping Theatre last night, when the famous actor and his troupe opened a short season here. Details are included.
Mei Lan-fang and his company have decided to extend their season by fifteen days, making their stay at the Tai Ping Theatre one month. Last night the programme included 'Shin-nui-san-fa,' which was a special play staged for the entertainment for His Excellency the Acting Governor (the…
The Fire Brigade has taken up new quarters in Stephen's building on the old Victoria Cinema site in Des Voeux Road Central. The work of building a new Fire Station opposite the Central Market is now proceeding apace. In turn, the men and the fire engines quitted the old station in Queen…
Mlle Toska will be seen at the Star Theatre this evening, in a variety of oriental and classical dances. Meanwhile, Professor Madiaraga, who for eight years was the leader of the Old Victoria Theatre Orchestra, has returned to the Colony to assume charge of the Star Theatre orchestra.
Chinese Theatres – More places for amusement are now available for the Chinese in the Colony. The Chinese theatres which had suspended business for nearly a month are gradually re-opening. The Tai Ping Theatre is giving moving picture shows every night, and the Li Yuen Lok theatrical company, to…