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: 1921-06-14
Summary:

Hongkong Amusement Ltd., open a new Theatre located in Nathan Road of Kowloon. A big roomy place the new theatre is fitted with a battery of electric fans that set up a breeze fresh enough to blow out every match in the box when you begin to light up your pipe. The chairs are those comfortable…

2
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-06-23
Summary:

A very large audience thoroughly enjoyed a splendid programme at Kowloon Theatre. The chief attraction was 'Alf's Button,' an entertainment picture portraying well-known favourites including Leslie Henson and Alma Taylor. The film will be shown at the Coronet on the weekend.

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-08-31 - 1921-09-01
Summary:

The Clarins in a complete change of programme. Billie Burke in 'In Pursuit of Polly.' Ordinary prices.

4
Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-31 - 1921-09-01
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.45 and 9.15, the Clarins in a complete change of programme. Billie Burke in 'In Pursuit of Polly.' Ordinary prices.

5
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-08-31 - 1921-09-01
Summary:

Today and tomorrow at 5.45 and 9.15, the Clarins in a complete change of programme. Billie Burke in 'In Pursuit of Polly.' Ordinary prices.

6
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-03
Summary:

The Kowloon Theatre is doing well by its patrons this week. Not every day is a Pinero filmed and filmed so well as is the 'Mind and Paint Girl.' Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

Doris Lee is the leading lady for Charles Ray, the Thomas H. Ince star in his newest Paramount picture, 'Playing the Game,' which is to be presented at the Kowloon Theatre tomorrow. The film was written by Julien Josephson. Others in the supporting cast include Robert Mckim, Lillian…

8
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-09-17
Summary:

The many admirers of Charles Ray, the Thomas H. Ince star in Paramount pictures, portrays in his new photoplay 'Playing the Game,' which presented at the Kowloon Theatre yesterday. The story is written by Julien Josephson and directed by Victor Schertzinger. The supporting cast…

9
Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-12 - 1921-11-12
Summary:

Today at 5.45 and 9.15, tomorrow at 6 and 9.15, Billie Burke in 'The Make-Believe Wife,' a lively Paramount comedy dealing with a matrimonial mix up. Also 'Cupid's Day off,' a Mack Sennett comedy and Paramount magazine. Dancing after pictures at 9.15 p.m.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-04
Summary:

Ladies attending this evening's Kowloon Theatre dance are requested to carry a needle and thread and gentlemen are requested to carry a paper fastener. The orchestra will be specially augmented and colour will be lent to the scene by the holiday decorations. The new bar will be a valuable…

11
Headline: Kowloon Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-25 - 1922-04-25
Summary:

Husbands and lovers will do well to take their wives and sweethearts to see 'Don't Change Your Husband' tonight at Kowloon Theatre.

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-04-26
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre successfully hosted the fancy dress dance of the season, last night. Dancers showed up with pretty and fanciful dresses. Indian Jack as the 'Avenging Arrow' was present. A special prize was awarded, the circus clown, for a very clever costume and make-up. People enjoyed…

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-04-27 - 1922-04-27
Summary:

Husbands and lovers will do well to take their wives and sweethearts to see 'Don't Change Your Husband.'

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-10 - 1922-06-13
Summary:

The management of the Kowloon Theatre have the pleasure to announce another special dance for tomorrow evening, Tuesday. On this occasion, by general request, Mrs. Harry Woods has very kindly consented again to play her favourite waltz: 'Pearl of the Pacific,' with orchestral…

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1922-06-12 - 1922-06-13
Summary:

Special Anniversary Dance for tomorrow evening, Tuesday. (Kowloon Theatre is one-year-old tomorrow.) On this occasion, by general request, Mrs. Harry Woods has very kindly consented again to play her favourite waltz, 'Pearl of the Pacific' with orchestral accompaniment. There will also…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-01-23
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre is going to host a fancy dress competition this evening and for that purpose, the theatre is well decorated. The music will be furnished by Kowloon Theatre's six-piece jazz band. Dancing is to begin at 9 and will continue until the 'wee sma' oors.'

17
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-03-05
Summary:

Kowloon Theatre in Nathan Road has been closed down and Hongkong Amusements Ltd., who own it, has acquired control of the Star Theatre. The reason given for the closing down of the Kowloon Theatre is that the European population across the harbour is not big enough yet to support two kinemas.…