A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-23
Summary:

Enquiries at the Wo Ping Chinese theatre, opposite the Central Market, yesterday elicited no confirmation of the rumour that the theatre is to be demolished to give room for the construction of the new Fire Station. An official of the concern states that no definite arrangement has arrived at…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-16
Summary:

The Hongkong Amusements Limited are to be congratulated on their enterprise in connection with the newly acquired Wo Ping Cinema. The engagement for a short season of the famous magicians, Chefalo and Palermo, has done much to make known this new venture.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-16
Summary:

Commencing last night Chefalo and Palermo opened a short season at the Woping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-05-25
Summary:

Owing to the launch strike, the management of the Star Theatre in Kowloon was obliged to postpone the ceremony. It is noted that the new theatre carries on in Kowloon the history of the old Victoria Theatre, in Des Voeux Road, now demolished. The total cost of the building and ground was $110,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-03 - 1922-06-03
Summary:

Today, Georges Carpentier in 'The Wonder Man.' Booking office for Hongkong Residents will open shortly at the Star Ferry Wharf. Open daily 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Ferry tickets (free) both ways. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-05 - 1922-06-05
Summary:

5th and 6th June at 5.15 and 9.15, Georges Carpentier in 'The Wonder Man.' 5th June at 7.15, 'The Great Radium Mystery' (1st and 2nd episodes). 6th June at 7.15, 'The Net.' Booking office for Hongkong Residents will open shortly at the Star Ferry Wharf. Open daily 3…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-06-06 - 1922-06-07
Summary:

Today at 5.15 and 9.15, the last chance of seeing wonderful Georges Carpentier in 'The Wonder Man.' Today 7.15 p.m., 'The Net.' Booking office for Hongkong Residents will open shortly at the Star Ferry Wharf. Open daily 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Ferry tickets (free) both…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

The International Variety Company opened a short season at the Star Theatre. Miss Shymmy gave an exhibition of novelty dances. The dance and song items of Madamoiselles Blon and Demay were greatly appreciated. Four other members contributed vocal items, Mr. Lavida as a tenor and Mr. Bobino as a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-11-07
Summary:

Love Insurance,' a Paramount picture starring Bryant Washburn, comes to the Star Theatre shortly. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-08 - 1922-12-20
Summary:

Short season of The Italian Grand Opera Co. from 13th to 16th December at 9.15 p.m. Programme included. Booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-14
Summary:

The Grand Italian Opera Company opened a short season at the Star Theatre last evening, with a splendid performance of Puccini's famous opera 'La Boheme.' The occasion was rendered notable by the debut of Madame Ambroso. In turn, tonight the Company will give a performance of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-27 - 1922-12-28
Summary:

Short season only, 3 nights at 9.15 p.m., 27th, 28th and 29th December, Chefalo and Palerma, in novelty acts. Booking at Moutrie's. After 5 p.m. at theatre. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-12-27
Summary:

Signor Chefalo and Signorina Palermo, the famed magicians, are going to present a short season of laughter, thrills and mystery at the Star Theatre. Miss Magdelene Palermo, assisted by Chefalo, Miss Fay, Fremlin and Yayman, will be presenting 'The Garden of Mysteries' in Fregoli style…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-05-29
Summary:

It will be remembered that a few Sundays back the orchestras of the Star and Coronet rendered an excellent orchestral programme. The opening piece Lavallee's 'King of Diamonds' (Overture) was played. We were offered such well-known pieces as the 'Spring Song' (…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1923-06-29 - 1923-06-29
Summary:

The Grand Italian Opera Company, announce a short season, commencing Monday, July 2nd, 50 performers. Seats $3 and $2. Plans at the Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-06-30 - 1923-07-05
Summary:

The company announces a short season commencing Monday July 2nd at The Star. 50 performers including all the old favourites. July 2nd, 'Rigoletto'; July 3rd, 'Traviata'; July 4th, 'Faust'; July 6th, 'Madame Butterfly' and 'The Barber of Seville.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-06-30 - 1923-07-02
Summary:

Commencing Monday, July 3rd, the grand Italian opera company of 50 performers beg to announce a short season at the Star.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-02
Summary:

Music lovers will be delighted to hear that the Grand Italian Opera Company is once again back in the Colony. The Company commences their short season tonight at the Star Theatre, Kowloon. They will present a number of the more popular operas.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-07-13
Summary:

Mignon, presented at the Star Theatre last night, closed the short season of the Italian Opera Company, which now leaves for the Netherland Indies. Mlle. Vornos was the outstanding star in the farewell play.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1923-07-21
Summary:

Nicola's visit to the Kowloon has been a great success. He has decided to remain in the Star Theatre a short time longer. Adding to the diversity of his programmes, Nicola is giving a matinee performance today. A pleasant interlude in Nicola's programme is given by the Dainty Dares.…