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: 1910-06-04
Summary:

The magnificent film depicting the memorial service procession in Shanghai is an honour of His late Majesty King Edward VII is at present being shown at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre and patrons would do well to pay an early visit to this popular hall of entertainment before the film is…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-07-04
Summary:

At the Empire Cinematograph Theatre on Tuesday evening there is to be exhibited an excellent film of the funeral of the late King Edward VII taken by the Warwick Trading Co., of London. The picture of the historic occasion is a splendid one from every point of view. The details of the picture…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-08-09
Summary:

Excellent fare is being provided nightly at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre where Miss Eva Hughes, Miss Maggie Frazer, and Little Percy as well as Miss Laura Diamond delight the large audiences by their singing and dancing. A number of good pictures are also being shown.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-09-16
Summary:

An extraordinary grand programme for tonight, tomorrow night and the following night will be given at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre as well as Saturday and Sunday. Amongst the new films is the magnificent coloured picture 'The Minstrel.' Performances by Miss Addie Leigh, Miss Maggie…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1910-09-17
Summary:

Despite the performance from the singers, Miss Addie Leigh, Miss Maggie Frazer and Miss May Lewis, Empire Cinematograph Theatre provided the screening on Friday. The pictures were distinctly interesting particularly the coloured film entitled 'The Minstrel.' This programme is to be…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-02
Summary:

The Empire Cinematograph Theatre was well filled last night. The moving pictures thrown on the screen were both instructive and amusing, including a historical film and comic films. Performance by Miss Dolly Swift and Mr. Denis Carney.

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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: 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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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-04-20 - 1911-04-21
Summary:

Il Trovatore' and other well-known operas; Mddle. Bascans, English, French, and Italian songs.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-03 - 1911-05-18
Summary:

Up-to-date splendid films; a big hit of the eminent artistes: Mr. Falanto, Miss Salvati, and Miss Bascans; 2 high-class music performances at 7.15 & 9.15 p.m.; matinees on Saturdays & Sundays at 4.30 p.m.; coming the well-known troupe Ching-Ling-Foo.

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1925-08-03
Summary:

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…