To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Your excellent editorial note of today regarding cinematograph pictures deserves more than passing consideration. Apart altogether from the question as to whether such pictures are intended to educate or amuse the public, there remains the fact that they can be made…
The construction of what, when completed, will be the largest cinema in the Colony, is being rapidly pushed ahead under the supervision of the contractor. Lee Kee, who at the same time is its owner. The 'Star' Cinema, as the new theatre has been named, is conveniently situated at the…
Opening day, 1st June 1922. Important notice to Hongkong Residents: Hongkong booking office at the Star Ferry Wharf: free ferry tickets both ways. Open daily 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Notice: owing to the present strike, the Hongkong Booking Office temporarily closed. The proprietor informs…
Kowloon's newly built Star Theatre had its first audience last evening. The guests were welcomed by the proprietor Mr. Lee Yue-cheong and the manager Mr. Gonzalez de Bernedo. Moreover, the new Theatre also screened two films, the principal one being 'Jane Goes A-Wooing' featuring…
It is stated that the Star Theatre's popularity is daily visible by the regular attendance. And, the refreshment saloon is a great addition to the convenience of the public, so that during hot season one can still enjoy the show. Special pictures are forthcoming.
Owing to their steamer for Shanghai having been delayed, the Italian Grand Opera Company will be able to delight the Hongkong public for another night. They will present at the Star Theatre this evening, the popular 'Carmen.'
Signor Chefalo and Signorina Palermo, the famed magicians, are at the Star Theatre. Miss Magdelene Palermo presents a scene entitled 'The Garden of Mysteries,' assisted by Chefalo, Miss Fay, Fremlin and Yayman. It is noted that the Chefalo-Palermo Company has toured all Spain, and is…
Professor Eruch, a member of the British Magical Society, will bring a performance at the Star Theatre soon. In particular, the great Kyo mystery and 'The Prisoner of Zenda,' which have created a deep sensation wherever they have been presented, are amongst the other illusions which…
To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Replying to 'Cinema Rowdies,' it is mentioned that apparently what is complained of is the applause of the children at matinees. Places of amusement owe a certain duty to the public, along with their primary object of making profits for their proprietors.…
Music lovers will have the chance at the Star Theatre on Sunday afternoon of listening to a symphony concert by the combined orchestras of the Star and Coronet Theatres. If there is sufficient public support to justify a complete orchestra being kept in Hongkong, the management proposes to hold…
Tonight we are presenting to you at the Star, a variety turn that comes with the best credentials of any act that has visited Hongkong. Harry Leeds and Trixie Lemar who have come here after a most successful engagement at the Carlton Theatre, Shanghai, have shown us their press notices and I see…
Mr. H. W. Ray informs us that he has engaged the world-renowned combination, known as Leeds and Le Mar, for the popular Star Theatre in Kowloon, commencing this evening. Leeds and Le Mar were popular stars turn on the London vaudeville stage twenty years ago. Some years ago, Leeds and Le Mar…
Kowloon residents today have an opportunity of seeing stupendous production, 'Man-Woman-Marriage, which is being screened by special request at the Star. 'Man-Woman-Marriage' is being shown for one day only and prices of admission will be as usual. Mr. Ray is compelled to charge…
The week of opera at the Star Theatre given be the Italian Grand Opera Co. will no doubt have caused some critics, previously disposed to censure the public for their indifference to good music. Full houses every night have testified to the keenness with which the public in the Colony will…
Star Theatre continues to host magician and illusionist Nicola. Tomorrow, Nicola is going to perform his famous street stunt in which he will be in a straight-jacket and hanged by his feet in the air, undertaking to free himself from his bonds in the head downwards position. The display will…
In Quest of Happiness,' the film to be shown at the Star from tonight until Saturday, is a film that makes its appeal mainly through the excellence of its acting. The staging is comparatively modest, – in fact, the remarkable simplicity of the story and settings constitutes quite a novelty…
The story of Cinderella is said to be the most popular of all the tales we learn in childhood. Many variations upon the original have been made, and now, in 'Cinderella's Twin,' yet another modernized version is offered to the public. Viola Dana is the star in this film, which is…
In answer to numerous requests, the public are informed that it is impossible to screen 'Salome' again at the Coronet, owing to the many big and important features booked for early showing. Arrangements have been made, however, to screen it for one day only, on Sunday, November 18th at…
In answer to numerous requests, the public are informed that it is impossible to screen 'Salome' again at the Coronet, owing to the many big and important features booked for early showing. Arrangements have been made, however, to screen it for one day only, on Sunday, November 18th.…
In answer to numerous requests, the public are informed that it is impossible to screen 'Salome' again at The Coronet, owing, to the many big and important features booked for early showing. Arrangements have been made, however, to screen it for one day only, on Sunday, November 18th…