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: 1921-07-16
Summary:

Memories of Jack London and Robert Louis Stevenson at their best will be revived at the Hongkong Theatre today when local theatre-goers will be given their first view of 'Under Crimson Skies,' by the Universal-Jewel production. The film starring Elmo Lincoln as the lead, supported by…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-26
Summary:

Frank Mayo, the star of 'The Brute Breaker' and other big Universal features, will be the principal attraction at the Hongkong Theatre today in his newest fast action picture drama, 'The Magnificent Brute.' It is directed by Robert Thornby. Frank Mayo is supported by Dorothy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-11-28
Summary:

The Magnificent Brute,' featuring Frank Mayo, the star of 'The Brute Breaker,' was screened at the Hongkong Theatre. The story was originally written by Lucien Hubbard. Also, Frank Mayo is supported by Dorothy Devore, Percy Challenger, Alberta Lee, J. J. Lanoe, William Eagle-Eye,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-11-30
Summary:

Tomorrow night at the Star in Kowloon the Italian Grand Opera Company will open their season with 'Il Trovatore,' probably the opera best known to the general public. For tonight Griffith's film 'The Love Flower' is scheduled. This is a picture such as only Griffith…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-02 - 1924-02-07
Summary:

For a short season only, commencing Friday night, 8th February at 9.15, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. Introduce Dick Norton and his famous mirth provokers, the Globe Trotters, including the following well-known English artists, Wallingford Tate, Lella Forbes, Chris Holt, Jack Crichton,…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-04 - 1924-02-08
Summary:

Commencing Friday 8th February at 9.15, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. Introduce Dick Norton and The Globe Trotters. Popular prices $3, $2 & $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Theatre. February 8 Remarks: Pictures at 5.30, include 'Passion's Playground.' February 9…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-06 - 1924-02-09
Summary:

Special engagement for a short season only, commencing tonight at 9.15, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. Introduce Dick Norton and The Globe Trotters in a cheery happy melange of potted plays. Pictures at 5.30 included 'Passion's Playground.' February 9 Remarks: Pictures at 5.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-07
Summary:

Today, for the last time Star Theatre will be screening 'Wild Goose' featuring Mary Maclaren. Tomorrow, the theatre will be hosting the 'Globe Trotters' which has stars like Dick Norton and Jack Crichton, chief fun maker with the last big Bandman show, with them. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-07
Summary:

Friday, Feb. 8th at 9.15 p.m. The Globe Trotters Concert and Burlesques Company open a short season of varieties and comedies. Mr. Dick Norton formed the Company. His motto is Comedy and Plenty of it, with the assistance of Miss Lella Forbes. Mr. Jack Crichton, another comedian, played all…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-08 - 1924-02-08
Summary:

For a short season only, commencing tonight at 9.15, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. introduce Dick Norton and his famous mirth provokers, the Globe Trotters, including the following well-known English artists, Wallingford Tate, Lella Forbes, Chris Holt, Jack Crichton, Ralph Sawyer, Florence…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-08
Summary:

The Globe Trotters' open their short season tonight at the Star Theatre with a concert, burlesque and comedy items. The show has been arranged by Mr. Dick Norton, the chief comedian and producer. The company had toured successfully in South Africa, Australia and India where they played a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-08
Summary:

An attraction of a somewhat different calibre from anything seen in the Colony for some considerable time is promised in the announced visit of the well-known 'Globe Trotters' to the Star, beginning today. Performers include Dick Norton, Lella Forbes, Florence Broadhurst, Peggy Lovell…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-09 - 1924-02-09
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow at 9.15, complete change of programme nightly, Bandman's Eastern Circuit Ltd. Introduce Dick Norton and his famous mirth provokers, the Globe Trotters, including the following well-known English artists, Wallingford Tate, Lella Forbes, Chris Holt, Jack Crichton, Ralph…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-09
Summary:

Last night, Star Theatre staged 'The Globe Trotters' which presented an all-round clever entertainment. The audience warmly welcomed Mr. Jack Crichton and Mr. Dick Norton. Miss Leila Forbes was an excellent foil to Mr. Norton on sketches and Burlesques. Tonight the company is appearing…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-11
Summary:

Mr. Dick Norton presented to a packed house at the Star Theatre his famous troop known as the Globe Trotters. There were 24 items on the programme. One pleasing feature was that out of the 120 jokes and witticisms flashed in 120 minutes, no one could be objected to as objectionable. The Globe…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-15
Summary:

Commencing Thursday April 17, welcome return engagement of the colony's favorites, Dick Norton and his famous Globe Trotters. Booking at Moutrie's and The Star.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-18
Summary:

Commencing Thursday, April 17, welcome return engagement of the colony's favorites, Dick Norton and his famous Globe Trotters in a merry melange of potted plays and burlesque sketches. Popular prices $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Plan open Monday.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-12
Summary:

Children's matinee today at 2.30, episodes 11 and 12 of 'Eagle's Talons' and Baby Peggy in 'The Muddy Bride.' 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., farewell performances of the Royal Russian Ballet and Wallace Reid in 'Always Audacious.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m., Charles…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-17
Summary:

Commencing Thursday, April 17, Dick Norton and his famous Globe Trotters with Dick Norton, Lella Forbes, Wallingford Tate, Florence Broadhurst, Harry Reynolds, Edna Raymond and Jack Crichton. Mirth music melody. Popular prices, $3, $2 and $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Plans open…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-04-12 - 1924-04-12
Summary:

Children's matinee, today at 2.30, episodes 11 and 12 of 'Eagles Talons' and Babby Peggy in 'The [sic] Muddy Bride.' 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., farewell performances of the royal Russian ballet and Wallace Reid in 'Always Audacious.' Tomorrow at 6 and 9.15 p.m.,…