Speaking at the opening of new Y.M.C.A. buildings in Essex, Sir Arthur Yapp, National Secretary of the Association, said the work of their organisation would not be ended with the war. Many people had asked what they would do with their huts. They may add to the huts a canteen and perhaps a…
Mr Lai Wing Kee, the proprietor of the Hongkong Cinema, was summoned for having admitted visitors to the theatre when there was no accommodation for them. A fine of $10 was passed accompanied by a caution.
The new Pathe serial 'The Seven Pearls' to be screened at the Victoria Theatre is a thrilling one. Artistes contributed to the success of the picture, apart from the interesting story of the serials. The story was written by Chas. W. Goddard, who wrote 'The Perils of Pauline…
Two well-known music hall artists, 'Beatie and Babs,' and their mother were the defendants in an action as to the authorship of there dramatic sketches. In 1918 trouble arose. The girls had earned a reputation which entitled them to be 'featured' in a cinema play. Mr. Arthur…
A number of summons were heard by Mr. J. R. Wood, at the Police Court this morning, against the proprietors of the Victoria Theatre, the Hong Kong Cinema [sic], and the Empire Cinematograph Theatre. The summons against the Victoria Theatre was for failing to keep two buckets of water and a…
The manager of the Hongkong Cinematograph Theatre was charged this morning before Mr. J. R. Wood with permitting the use of a cinematograph construction which was not constructed and operated according to regulations. Mr. F. C. Jenkins. D. S. P.(R.), appeared for the prosecution; Mr. M. K. Lo…
A fire broke out at the Beaconsfield Arcade in Queen's Road, just opposite the City Hall and the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank. The fire seems to have broken out in a cinema-film exchange, known variously as the Wing Yik Film Company and A Hon's Continental Film Exchange. It is difficult…
15 exciting episodes, commencing Thursday 12th September. 'The Hidden Hand' is the most enthralling serial Pathe has ever produced. It is a mysterious and awe-inspiring story and teams with the marvellous scientific knowledge of a master criminal created by Arthur B. Reeve. Book your…
The Victoria Theatre management secured another magnificent serial film 'The House of Hate' featuring Antonio Moreno and Pearl White. It is written by Arthur B. Reeve and Chas. A. Logue. 'Protea IV' will be exhibited soon.
There will be an up-to-date cinematograph theatre at Wing Hon Maloo, the East Bund, Canton, to be known as the Southern Palace. It is expected to eclipse all moving pictures establishments there. It is designed to compare with similar places in other parts of the world. There will be a stage…
Tonight 9.15 p.m., Fredony and Vaudeville Co. Complete change of programme. Fredony presents, The Cosmopolitan Symphony, impersonating the world's greatest composers. Mlle Asta Ericksen, a soprano with wonderful voice. Miss Leona in her dancing creations. Selected picture programme. '…
Tonight at 9.15 p.m., Fredony and Vaudeville Co. Complete change of programme, Fredony presents the cosmopolitan symphony, impersonating the world's greatest composers. Miss Asta Ericksen and Mlle. Leona. Selected picture programme, 'Circus Mary,' produced by Lucius Henderson.…
The Fredony Vaudeville Company continues to provide good entertainment at Victoria Theatre with some good pictures 'Circus Mary' by Lucius Henderson. Arthur Pinero's 'The Iris' is going to be screened soon.
1. 'The Symbol of Sacrifice,' in 7 parts (10,000 feet) produced by African Film Productions Ltd and dealing with Zulu War; 2. 'A Turf Conspiracy,' a Broadwest all-British super-productions on Nat Gould's novel and featuring England's foremost cinema stars, Violet…
A suggestion that a library of cinema films should be established in England was made by Sir Arthur Pearson at a luncheon at the Imperial Restaurant recently to celebrate the exhibition of the film 'The Victory Leaders,' at the Alhambra in the afternoon. The purpose of such a library…
Within the premises of 'Hongkong Theatre' some Chinese attired in European dress were gossiping about the splendid pictures that have been screened of late, and were eager in making enquiries for the whereabouts of the Manager of the concern with a view to some important purpose. It…
Tonight at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Triangle Players present Bessie Barriscale, supported by the celebrated English actor, Arthur Maude in 'Borrowed Plumage.' At 7.15 p.m., Marie Walcamp in 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes of 'The Red Ace.'
Today at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Triangle Players present Bessie Barriscale, supported by the celebrated English actor, Arthur Maude in 'Borrowed Plumage.' At 7.15 p.m., Marie Walcamp in 1st, 2nd and 3rd episodes of 'The Red Ace.'
By special request 'De Luxe Annie' is to be repeated tonight at the Coronet Theatre. Friday will be the last performance of 'Dodging a Million.' On Tuesday next, 'The Better ‘Ole' will be shown. It was produced in England, and written by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather…
For one week, George Pearson and T. A. Welsh present Bruce Bairnsfather and Arthur Eliot's big British production 'The Better 'Ole' featuring Charles Rock. Book at the Coronet. February 3 remarks: Under the distinguished patronage of H. E. The Governor, H. E. Vice-admiral…