A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-05-26 - 1911-05-27
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) The finest and coolest hall in the colony. Grand opening performance tonight. Monster programme. Debut of Mr L. Laynez.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-05-29 - 1911-05-30
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) Two performances nightly at 7:15 and 9:15 p.m. The finest and coolest hall in the colony. Debut of Mr L. Laynez and Miss Bascans. Debut of Ching Ling Foo Troupe on Wednesday. Prices are slightly raised due to heavy expenses of this troupe.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-16 - 1914-09-18
Summary:

Great attractions for the special farewell performance to the D. C. L. I. and Royal Engineers; La Belle and Williams, The Dares and D. C. L. I. Band in attendance

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-06 - 1915-05-10
Summary:

On May 7, the thrilling detective drama, 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' in 2 parts - 2,000 feet long, with the famous lady detective madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; also 'The Perils of the Atlantic'; performance by Little Gladie, Soubrette & Dancer, Jack Ranch,…

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-08 - 1915-05-08
Summary:

Film screening of 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' (2 parts, 2,000 ft) with the famous lady dective Madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; Performance by Jack Ranch and Three Carsons

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-05-10 - 1915-05-11
Summary:

Film screening of 'Mystery of the Underground Floor' (2 parts, 2,000 ft) with the famous lady dective Madam L. Bordoni in the leading role; Performance by Jack Ranch and Three Carsons

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-05-19
Summary:

A big concert will take place at the Victoria tonight. In addition to the various professional artistes — Miss May Clark, the Carsons, Mr. Albert Morrow and Professor Gonzalez, one or two local amateurs including Mr. Harry Relph will appear. One of the features will be 'Motoring,' by…

8
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-06-14 - 1915-06-16
Summary:

On June 15, two magnificent pictures in 2 parts each of 2,000 feet long, 'The Doll' and 'American Born'; comic educational & interesting films, Albert Morrow in the 'Haunted House'; performance by Prof. Gonzales; 9th & 10th episodes of the 'Perils of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1915-06-15 - 1915-06-15
Summary:

Films screenings including 'The Doll' (2 parts, 2,000 ft) and 'American Born'; Performances by Albert Morrow; Coming film: 'Perils of Pauline'

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1915-06-17
Summary:

Mr. Albert Morrow, who has before performed in Hong Kong, gave a clever and amusing little conjuring turn. 'The Mystery of the Haunted House,' and all the pictures at the Victoria were of an interesting nature. Special mention should be made of 'The Doll,' which everyone…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-09-21
Summary:

The entertainment at the Victoria Theatre last night was one of the best music-hall shown that have been seen here. The Venue Amateur Dramatic Society's performance was attractive. Mr. F. Hickman, Mr. P. Levers, Mr. L. Hatton, Messrs A. King and J. Gray, Mr. S. Martin, Mr. F. Waterman, Mr.…

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-21
Summary:

The Venus Amateur Dramatic Society had a large audience. All artistes received enthusiastic receptions and calls for encores. The proceeds of the performance given tonight are for the widows and orphans in the Jutland Battle. Artistes included Mr. F. Hickman, Messrs. A. King, J. Gray, Messrs. G…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-09-28
Summary:

The theatre secured the rights to show a Pathe movie, entitled 'The Red Circle.' The story is written by the famous author Mr. Albert Payson Terhune, starring Miss Ruth Roland.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1916-10-02
Summary:

The 'Venus' A.D.S would like to thank all audiences and forward funds to charity.

15
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-10-13
Summary:

It was evident from the packed condition of the Victoria Theatre last night that local people are prepared to open their purses for no worthy an object as the 'Our Day' Fund. Everybody was there, including H. E. the Governor, Lady and the Misses May and H. E. Major General Ventris and…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-05-07 - 1917-05-07
Summary:

From May 7-8, the great Paramount film 'In Rags' [sic] in 5 parts, featuring Mary Pickford; comedy 'Rufus Wallingford' [sic] in 2 parts; 'Bill's New Pal,' L. Ko [sic] comedy; Pathe's British Gazette.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-06-20
Summary:

Tomorrow afternoon and at night, there will be benefit performances on behalf of the funds of the Portuguese School, at the Victoria Theatre, under the distinguished patronage of H. E. the Governor, H. E. General Ventris and Commodore Sundeman. Messrs. F. Latymer, E. G. d'Aquino, A. B.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-06-21 - 1917-06-21
Summary:

The Great Benefit Concert Night in aid of the Portuguese School Fund; Performance by Bruno Rocha, Latymer, L. Meo, Violet Bonetta, A.B. Allan, Morley, Crane, J. Meo, E.g. d'Aqino

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-20 - 1917-11-20
Summary:

Mr. L. Mario Rodriguez will present Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg from the Grand Opera House, Paris, for one week only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1917-11-21 - 1917-11-21
Summary:

today: Mr. L. Mario Rodriguez will present Mlle. Marie Louise Sterlicg from the Grand Opera House, Paris, for one week only