The Port of Hongkong' is the title of a four-reel film which has been produced by the China Sun Motion Picture Co. under the supervision of Mr. F. Key, Acting Secretary of the Chamber of Commerce. The pictures were specially taken for the British Empire Exhibition. The duplicate print has…
Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall performed the opening ceremony at the Queen's Theatre this afternoon. Mr. Kotewall congratulated Mr. Ma Tsui-chiu upon the fine architectural style of the imposing building and its very comfortable internal arrangements. As cinematograph pictures have a great…
Hongkong residents will shortly have the opportunity of seeing a film depicting the scenery and everyday scenes in the Colony. The pictures, taken specially for British Empire Exhibition in London, are being shown at the Helena May Institute on dates announced in our advertisement columns. His…
Designed as a theatre for stage plays, and made adaptable for cinematograph entertainments, the Queen's Theatre throws its door open to the public this afternoon amid appropriate ceremonies, which will be attended by H. E. the Governor, accompanied by Hon. Mr. R. H. Kotewall. The plans for…
Queen's Theatre, Hongkong's latest venture to cater for the cinema-loving public was opened with all the eclat which has made the Chinese famous. The pictures shown were mainly of the comedy type. The opening ceremony was performed by Hon. Mr. Kotewall. The palatial building was…
With the opening of the Queen's Theatre, Hongkong at last has a theatre in keeping with her progress in other directions. In decoration, ventilation, lighting and general cosiness, this new hall on Queen's Road is far ahead of anything the Colony has of the same nature. The balcony and…
The pupils of Miss Violet Capell are to give another entertainment next month when two dancing displays have been arranged, for January 7th (matinee) and 9th (evening) in the Queen's Theatre. Those who remember the previous display by Miss Capell's pupils will be looking forward to the…
Dancing display. Entertainment by the pupils of Miss Violet Capelli, kindly assisted by Miss Daisy O'Keefe. Matinee: Wednesday, January 7th at 5.15 p.m., and Friday, January 9th at 9.15 p.m. in aid of the London Hospital and other charities. The booking plan is now open and seats may be…
Dancing display. Entertainment by the pupils of Miss Violet Capell, kindly assisted by Miss Daisy O'Keefe. Matinee today, Wednesday, January 7th at 5.15 p.m. and Friday, January 9th at 9.15 p.m., in aid of the London Hospital and other charities. The booking plan is now open and seats may…
Miss Violet Capell and Miss Daisy O'Keefe are to be congratulated for their annual consideration for the London Hospital and other charities and for the fact that in endeavouring to assist these worthy objects they presented the general public something it rarely has the privilege of…
Miss V. Capell and Miss Daisy O'Keefe repeated their successful entertainment at the Queen's Theatre last night in aid of London Hospital before an enthusiastic audience. The pupils showed a high standard of proficiency. Performers include B. Pestonji, A. Mackenzie, B. Cossart, and E.…
The gross takings from Miss Violet Capell's two entertainments given at the Queen's Theatre on January 7, realised $2,910. In the meantime, Miss Capell is forwarding a draft to the London Hospital for 50 pounds.
In spite of the inclement weather, there was a large attendance at the Star Theatre last night for the second performance by Madeline Rossiter's clever New London Company. The show was entitled 'Pierrot Pie' and was a roaring success from start to finish. Performers include…
The theatre was crowded last night when the clever London Company under the leadership of Madeline Rossiter gave a farewell performance, presenting the most popular items in their repertoire. Madeline Rossiter and Charles Mason again delighted to the house. In the afternoon, the company gave a…
The news of Mr. Thomas Meek, which took place at the Peak Hospital on Sunday will be received with the greatest regret. Mr. Meek was a native of Walsall and arrived in Hongkong shortly after the war as a member of the forces in which he served as a Bandsman. He joined the Hongkong Amusements Ltd…