The opening ceremony took place at the Star Theatre, and some films were screened. A portrait of His Excellency the Governor was first thrown on the screen, followed by the several photographs of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales' visit to the Colony.
The Manager of Messrs Liggett and Myers was summoned before Mr. R. E. Lindsell at the Magistracy yesterday for exhibiting a poster on Government property without a permit. Mr. E. H. Ray [sic], of the Coronet Theatre, appeared on two summonses of the same nature. He was fined $1 on each summons.…
Jack Holt, Seena Owen and Lon Chaney in Joseph Conrad's thrilling drama of the South Seas, a Paramount-Artcraft picture, 'Victory.' Illustration included.
Up to end of February, the peninsula could boast of two picture shows for Europeans; but there is now only one because the Kowloon Theatre in Nathan Road has been closed down, and Hongkong Amusements, Ltd., who owns it, has acquired control of the Star Theatre. The reason given for the closing…
Kowloon Theatre in Nathan Road has been closed down and Hongkong Amusements Ltd., who own it, has acquired control of the Star Theatre. The reason given for the closing down of the Kowloon Theatre is that the European population across the harbour is not big enough yet to support two kinemas.…
Star Theatre is screening 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's novel. Children are not to be admitted to the screening of this film. However, tomorrow night, for the special benefit of the youngsters, Charlie Chaplin's comedy entitles 'Carmen…
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,' a film version of R. L. Stevenson's famous story, is being shown at the Star Theatre tonight, but children will not be admitted to the performance. For the benefit of the youngsters, a special all-comedy programme which includes Charlie in 'Carmen'…
Three of the more serious dramas in the Courtneidge-Holloway Company's repertoire have been chosen for presentation during their three nights' session at the Star Theatre in Kowloon. Their opening piece will be Sir Arthur Pinero's famous drama 'The Second Mrs. Tanqueray,…
The Star Theatre was well filled last night on the occasion of a minstrel show and variety entertainment by members of the St. Louis Juvenile Club assisted by local amateurs. Those taking part included Messrs. A. R. Tavares, Leo Guimaraes, J. Montaldo, C. Figueiredo, L. Soares, E. Alves,…
The Star is offering a first-class programme over Christmas. Probably the most novel and welcome item on the bill is Chas. Olive, late principal in the 'R. U. R.' production, who will give a rendition of 'Scrooge,' assisted by a choir of clever boys. The Theatre will also be…
Sir J. M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy' starring Gareth Hughes and May MacAvoy [sic], is likely to make many friends at the Star. For Sunday next is 'The Quaint,' Mr. R. B. Salisbury's band in their success 'Underground to Anywhere.'
One night only, Sunday March 2nd, at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the Colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with Theatrical Enterprises presetns R. B. Salisbury Company, 'The Quaints.' Prices $4, $2 & $1. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star.
One night only, Sunday, March 2nd at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with theatrical enterprises presents R. B. Salisbury Company, the Quaints in their greatest of all farcical comedies, Underground to Anywhere. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star…
One night only, Sunday, March 2nd at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with Theatrical Enterprises presents R. B. Salisbury Company, The Quaints, in their greatest of all comedies, Underground to Anywhere. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Prices…
One night only, Sunday, March 2nd at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with theatrical enterprises presents the R. B. Salisbury Co., the Quaints in Underground to Anywhere. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Prices: $4, $2 and $1.
Sunday to Wednesday, twice daily at 5.30 and 9.15, the sensation of the Manila Carnival, Peter the Great (Peter Limutkin), the strongest man in all the world. $1000 reward for anyone that can perform these remarkable feats: lifting 30 men, bending R. R. rails, seven-passenger Buick fully loaded…
A short season only, commencing Friday May 9th, farewell return visit of R. B. Salisbury and his popular comedy company, 'The Quaints' in the latest London successes, with the original costumes and scenery from the Little Theatre, London.