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: 1922-10-03 - 1922-10-06
Summary:

Today to Thursday 5th, at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Robert Warwick in 'Told in the Hills.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents, free ferry tickets both ways. October 4-6 Remarks: Grand opening of the International Varieties and Electric Jazz Band. On page 3, another ad. on…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-03 - 1922-10-03
Summary:

Gala week for Kowloon! Wednesday and Thursday, the international varieties troupe of 14 artistes and its grand electric jazz band. On Saturday, by special arrangement, the Powder Puffs will appear in two final performances at the Star, at the 5.15 p.m. matinee and at 9.15 p.m. The matinee will…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-03
Summary:

To local theatre enterprise is due the opportunity which now comes to Kowloon of having a musical show all on its own. There arrived from Manila on Sunday the members of the International Variety Troupe. Their performance will be at the Star Theatre tomorrow and Thursday. On the other hand,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-04 - 1922-10-04
Summary:

Tonight and tomorrow (two nights only), 14 capable artistes comprising the international variety company. A full super jazz orchestra. Prices $1.50, $1 and 80 cents. All seats are numbered to enable early booking, which can be done at the Hongkong Wharf of the Star Ferry, or at the theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-04 - 1922-10-05
Summary:

Today at 9.15 p.m., grand opening of the international varieties and electric jazz band. Matinee at 5.30, cinematograph performance, 'Told in the Hills.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry tickets both ways. Open daily: 4.30 to 5.15 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m.…

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

The international variety company of fourteen artistes and its full super jazz orchestra appear for the last time at the Star Theatre tonight. Popular prices $1.50, $1 and 80 cents. Booking at the Hongkong Star Ferry Wharf and at the theatre. Performances starts at 9.15 p.m. sharp.

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1922-10-05
Summary:

Last night, International Variety Company had their first performance at the Star Theatre. The company's performances were in huge demand and their performances which comprised of latest hits of American songs and Jazz orchestra did entertain the Hongkong audience in a unique style. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-06 - 1922-10-06
Summary:

Today at 9.15 p.m., International Varieties Co. and jazz band will appear again tonight in a farewell gain. Tomorrow at 5.30 and 9.15, the Powder Puffs. At 5.30 and 9.15, cinematograph performance, 'Told in the Hills.' Booking at the Star Ferry Wharf for Hongkong residents. Free ferry…

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Headline: Star Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-06
Summary:

There was another house at the Star Theatre last night, when the members of the International Variety Company were responsible for the programme again. Owing to the sailing date of their steamer having been postponed, the Company will again occupy the stage at the Star Theatre tonight.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-07
Summary:

The final performance of the International Variety Company was given at the Star Theatre last night. Besides, the Powder Puffs will appear at the Star Theatre today.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-01-12
Summary:

The management of the Star Theatre has commissioned Professor Pedro Madariaga, their musical conductor, with the task of the organization of a new Orchestra. The number of the Star Theatre Orchestra will thus be brought up to the full strength of twelve members. Performance by the International…

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-02-02 - 1924-02-02
Summary:

Today at 5.30 and 9.15, Charlie Chaplin in 'The Pilgrim' and Baby Peggy in 'The Kid Reporter.' Also International News. No increase in prices. Kowloon kiddles, don't forget 'Captain Kidd' today at 2.30.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-03-13 - 1924-03-15
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Conrad Nagel in 'The Fighting Chance,' Felix Cartoon and International news. Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Doug. Fairbanks in the 'The Mollycoddle.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-13 - 1924-03-15
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Conrad Nagel in 'The Fighting Chance,' Felix Cartoon and International News. Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Mollycoddle.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-03-13 - 1924-03-15
Summary:

Today till Saturday at 5.30 and 9.15, Conrad Nagel in 'The Fighting Chance.' Also Felix Cartoon and International News. Sunday at 6 and 9.15, Douglas Fairbanks in 'The Mollycoddle.'

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-07-08 - 1924-07-09
Summary:

The Coronet: 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, Johnnie Walker in 'My Dad,' Baby Peggy Comedy and International News. The Star: Robert Z. Leonard presents Mae Murray in 'Peacock Alley.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-22
Summary:

Local amusement seekers filling in their engagement books for next week are reminded of the two concerts the great Polish violinist, Leopold Premyslav, is to give at the Star Theatre. These concerts, which are being held under the patronage of H. E. the Governor, take place on Tuesday and…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1924-09-16 - 1924-09-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15 p.m., Gloria Swanson in 'Her Gilded Cage,' 'A Rag Doll Romance,' and International News. The Star: Today and tomorrow at 5.30 & 9.15 p.m., Roscoe Arbuckle in 'The Traveling Salesman,' and Baby Peggy in 'Poor…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1924-09-16 - 1924-09-17
Summary:

The Coronet: Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15 p.m., Gloria Swanson in 'Her Gilded Cage.' Also 'A Rag Doll Romance' and International News. The Star: Today at 5.30 and 9.15 p.m., Roscoe Arbuckle in 'The Travelling Salesman' and Baby Peggy in 'Poor Kid.'…