The play's the thing,' sang the much quoted William. The natives of fair Cathay think similarly. When a popular piece is staged at the Taiping theatre a speculator usually buys up all the best seats and then sells them at the door, or in the streets. One hawker was fined $5.
Li Ming charged Chun Chi district watchman No. 32 with assault. Li Ming stated that he saw the defendant in the Chung Hing Theatre. The defendant pleaded not guilty. Mr. Wood ordered the defendant to pay a fine of $5 in default 14 days of hard labour.
The Chinese Constable No. 907 was charged with behaving in a disorderly manner and assaulting the ticket collector of the Tai Ping Theatre. The defendant pleaded not guilty, and the judge sentenced the defendant one month's imprisonment on the second charge.
At the Magistracy on Tuesday, before Mr. Kemp, a coolie was ordered to pay a fine of $4, in default, 10 days of imprisonment, for having sold theatre tickets without a license.
Opening night; There were three performances; grand illuminations and electric fans; Price details and schedule included
There were three performances every night; grand illuminations and electric fans; Price details and schedule included
The newly established Alexandra Cinema-Theatre in Zetland Street is a district addition to Hongkong's amusements and should prove a great success. The films shown are new and amusing, the orchestra makes sweet music. Signor Torras, the tenor, Miss Russell, and little Miss Thelma, all sing…
The only Chinese actor in America appearing in an English speaking company is Ah Sam, who plays Sing Wing as William Collier's support in 'Caught in the Rain' at the Victoria theatre on Monday (says the 'Daily Colonist,' Vancouver). Ah Sam was born and raised in Hong…
On Wednesday, Emil T. Bunje, manager of the Asiatic Petroleum Co., charged Herbert John May, chief engineer of a steamer, with having behaved in a disorderly manner, and having used abusive and insulting language whereby a breach of the peace might have been occasioned at the Alexandra Theatre.…
The Alexandra Cinematograph attracts a fairly large audience nightly. The hall has been most artistically decorated and is a distinct credit to the proprietors. For a pleasurable hour in the evening we can command a visit to the hall by Queen's Road Central.
The most successful al fresco concert was held in the Kowloon Cricket Club. There was a performance from Senor Torras, who is one of the leading artistes at the Alexandra Cinematograph.
Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tomorrow night
Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tonight
Grand Benefit of Miss R. Giralda; Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tomorrow night
Grand Benefit of Miss R. Giralda; Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tonight
Film screening of 'Hamlet' and other interesting pictures tonight; Introducing Miss Zina Latour next week
Film screening of 'Hamlet' and other interesting pictures; Debut of Miss Zina Latour tonight
Miss Giralda was accorded a special benefit performance on Friday in Alexandra Cinema-Theatre. The house was crowded, and the films were excellent. Performances also by Messrs. Leckie, Gould and Grover, and Mr. Forras.
Film screening of 'Hamlet' and other interesting pictures; Debut of Miss Zina Latour tonight
The Alexandra Cinema-Theatre has several novelties this week. The artists are bright and vivacious, and the new films are highly appreciated.