A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-06-30
Summary:

Star Theatre, Kowloon, is screening 'Secret Service,' a Paramount Artcraft production featuring Robert Warwick, Theodore Roberts and Wanda Hawley. In addition to the attraction of 'Secret Service,' an Opera selection will be given by M. Majurel. Lyson Dherlys will present…

2
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-08-08
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to host M. and Mme. Alixeeff [sic] for a three nights session of classic dancing. The entertainment will be assisted by the screening of 'Boots' featuring Dorothy Gish.

3
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-30 - 1922-10-31
Summary:

Today 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Fred Stone in 'Johnny-Get-Your-Gun.' Tomorrow, no performance owing to the Star Theatre being hired by the Japanese Community for the celebration of the Birthday of H. I. J. M. Wednesday to Thursday, Ethel Clayton in 'Pettigrew's Girl.'

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

Last night at the Star Theatre, the Italian Grand Opera Company staged 'Cavalleria Rusticana' and 'Pagliacci.' The finely presented performances were applauded by the audience. The cast in 'Cavalleria Rusticana' included Mlle. Impallonieni, M. Bernandi and M.…

5
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-17 - 1924-01-18
Summary:

Thursday to Saturday, Jesse L. Lasky presents William DeMille's 'What Every Woman Knows,' a Paramount picture from James M. Barrie's famous play, with Conrad Nagel and Lois Wilson. Illustration included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-01-18
Summary:

Star Theatre is going to screen the film version of Sir James Barrie's humorous 'What Every Woman Knows' starring Loia [sic] Wilson and Conrad Nagel.

7
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-27 - 1924-02-27
Summary:

Tonight only at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Gladys Walton in 'The Wild Party.' Coming tomorrow, Sir James M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-27
Summary:

For one day only, Star Theatre is going to screen 'The Wild Party' featuring the Universal star, Gladys Walton. The film is a comedy of American life with a delightful mixture of humour and drama. A film version of Sir. S. [sic] M. Barrie's 'Sentimental Tommy' is…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-02-28 - 1924-02-29
Summary:

Sir J. M. Barrie's story, Gareth Hughes in 'Sentimental Tommy,' a Paramount picture. Photo included.

10
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-05-16
Summary:

M. Robert Bores and Company's opening performance at the Star Theatre could not attract a large audience due to bad weather conditions. The programme included performances by M. Georges Bares and Madame Bores.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

Star Theatre will be hosting two concerts by M. Leopold Premyslav, the Polish violinist. It will be doing so next week under the patronage of H. E. the Governor. These dates are Wednesday, August 26 and 27 respectively. Booking is now open at Messrs. Moutrie & Co., and at the Star Theatre.…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-26
Summary:

Today and tomorrow, Star Theatre will be presenting the colony's first-ever Portuguese movie play, in the matinee programme. The evening programme consists of M. Premyslav's concert.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-26
Summary:

Polish violinist M. Leopold Premyslav will be giving two concerts at the Star Theatre under the patronage of H. E. Governor. Mme Eugenie Premyslav plays the cello and Mr. Harry Ore the piano. Programme list of the first of the two concerts is given.

14
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-27
Summary:

The second portion of the first Portuguese movie play ever made will be shown at the matinees performance in the Star Theatre this afternoon. In the evening M. Premyslav gives his second performance.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-08-28 - 1924-08-30
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, Sir J. M. Barrie's 'The Little Minister,' Baby Peggy in 'Stepping Some,' and Topical Budget. The Star: Today till Saturday at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Estelle Taylor in 'Only a Shop Girl,' supported by Wallace…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-10 - 1924-11-10
Summary:

Commencing Tuesday, Nov. 11. The Coronet: At 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m. daily, Betty Balfour in 'Squibs, M. P.' The Star: At 5.50 and 9.15 daily, 'Reveille' with special prologue.

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-11 - 1924-11-14
Summary:

The Coronet: Today till Friday, all British programme with Betty Balfour in 'Squibs, M. P.' The Star: Today till Friday, all British programme including 'Reveille.' Price details included.

18
Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-03 - 1925-01-06
Summary:

The Pantaloonatics. January 5 remarks: The Pantaloonatics has exceedingly clever revue company from H. M. S. Durban. The Co-optimists by kind permission of Captain J. C. Hamilton, R. N. January 6 remarks: Direct from their successful engagement at the Lyceum Theatre, Shanghai.

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-12 - 1925-01-12
Summary:

The musical event of the season under the patronage of H. E. the Governor, Sir R. E. Stubbs, K. C. M. G. Eugenie Leopold Premyslav assisted by Mr. Harry Ore. Details of the programme included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-01-30
Summary:

Star Theatre is offering a vaudeville attraction with the appearance of four French artists. Yesterday, M. Majured rendered some operatic items to a pleasing baritone. The same programme is billed for tonight in conjunction with a picture programme.