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: 1924-04-04
Summary:

After their success at the Theatre Royal on Saturday, the Hongkong Philharmonic Society appeared at the Star Theatre last night in a repeat performance and recorded another success. The orchestra again carried themselves well and gave a fine rendering of the Henry VIII dances. The Song of Our…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-31
Summary:

A delightful programme by the Hongkong Philharmonic Society proved a distinct success at the Theatre Royal on Saturday night. Mr. S. Collett's baton secured some altogether able renderings of English songs. The performers gave delight in the Morris Dance and the Shepards' Dance from…

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

Despite adverse weather conditions last night, the repeat performance of Philharmonic Society attracted a large audience at the Star Theatre. With fine acoustic properties of the building, the audience enjoyed the well-demonstrated performance.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-03-02
Summary:

Coronet Theatre will screen 'The New York Idea' this evening. The film is based on a stage comedy. It puts the topic of modern society divorce at its centre. The photoplay gives Alice Brady the key role of the young wife. Film synopsis included.

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Headline: Coronet
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-06 - 1919-01-06
Summary:

Tonight: 'New York.' Tomorrow: 'Jack and the Beanstalk' and 'Runaway Romany.' Booking at Robinson's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-04 - 1924-03-14
Summary:

Teaser ads for the film 'The Darling of New York.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads. March 14 Remarks: Tonight at the Coronet. Ilustration included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-05-02
Summary:

There appear the so-called 'talking pictures,' a synchronization of the cinematograph and the phonograph by electrical science, are already in craze in London and Paris. So premising have been these reproductions of plays and operas that two prominent producers, Charles Frohman and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-02-20
Summary:

New York, Feb 19 – Arising out of the Knickerbocker Cinema disaster mentioned on the 30th ult., the authorities have ordered seven theatres to close as the outcome of the City engineer's inspection.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1916-02-16
Summary:

New York, December 27 – Masked man bound four persons hand and foot at the Star Theatre, Lexington Avenue, early this morning, prised off the door of the safe in the ticket-office, and took the receipts of the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performances. The janitor, his wife, the watchman, and a…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-24
Summary:

Little Old New York,' is the picture showing at the Star until Friday. The picture starred by Marion Davis. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-11-25
Summary:

Star Theatre offering 'Little Old New York' for patrons this week. The picture was starred by Marion Davis. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-07
Summary:

Kowloon, during the next few days, may expect to see the Star Theatre crowded with young and old alike because there will be shown at this popular cinema a picture of very special appeal for the children. This is 'The Darling of New York.' Principally, the appeal lies in several things…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-15
Summary:

Hongkong during the next few days may expect to see the Coronet Theatre crowded with young and old alike because during the next few days there will be shown at this popular cinema a picture with special appeal for the children. This is 'The Darling of New York.' The appeal lies in the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-03-02
Summary:

Minnie Maddern Fiske's stage play, 'The New York Idea,' is a product of Realart Pictures. This picture, starring Alice Brady, is now available at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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

Children will come miles to see 'The Darling of New York,' this evening's Star Theatre draw – that is, children of all ages, for the picture is one that will appeal to everybody who enjoys good fun. Young and old are equally fond of the star who takes the leading role – little…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-11-12 - 1924-11-25
Summary:

November 12 Remarks: 'Little Old New York' is better than 'Enemies of Women.' It will be showing at the Star. November 12-13 Remarks: Teaser ads for the film 'Little Old New York.' The ads didn't mention the theatre's name, surmised from other ads.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-12-05
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre tonight, Valeska Suratt will appear in 'The New York Peacock,' a five-reel drama written by Mary Murillo and produced by the Fox Film Company. It has taken valuable suggestions from 'Camille,' 'The Easiest Way,' and other works. Film synopsis…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1919-01-02
Summary:

The Coronet is justifying exceptions. Its pictures are clean and free from penny dreadfulness. Another acquisition is 'New York,' a five-part story which is woven round New York Society. The film is well-portrayed and finely acted and is to be screened today. It is a Pathe production.…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1925-03-24
Summary:

Last night, Hongkong Philharmonic Society presented 'The Gondoliers' which gathered a large audience. The orchestral and chorus work was remarkable. There will be a matinee performance at 4:30 tomorrow.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-01-03 - 1919-01-04
Summary:

Tonight, Pathe's super-film, 'New York,' spoken of in New York itself as the biggest success of the year. Booking at Robinson's.