To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Your excellent editorial note of today regarding cinematograph pictures deserves more than passing consideration. Apart altogether from the question as to whether such pictures are intended to educate or amuse the public, there remains the fact that they can be made…
The Society Exile,' presenting the first-rate Paramount star Elsie Ferguson, is the current attraction at the Star Theatre. Besides, a whole week of amusement is promised for next week. There will be Dorothy Gish in 'I'll Get Him Yet,' and Gloria Swanson, along with Bebe…
The 'Powder Puffs,' who have amused large audiences at the Star Theatre during the past week, give their farewell show at the theatre Royal this evening.
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.…
To the Editor S. C. M. Post – Replying to 'Cinema Rowdies,' it is mentioned that apparently what is complained of is the applause of the children at matinees. Places of amusement owe a certain duty to the public, along with their primary object of making profits for their proprietors.…
Complying with a universal request from Kowloon, kinema goers, Hongkong Amusement Ltd. has decided to put on Max Linder's extremely funny comedy 'The Three Must-Get-Theres' at the Star Theatre just for Sunday. It is an amusing burlesque of the Douglas Fairbanks version of '…
Max Linder's comedy 'The Three Must-Get-Theres,' which was shown in Coronet before, is now coming to Star Theatre. It is an amusing burlesque of Douglas Fairbanks' film version of 'The Three Musketeers.'
Jesse [sic] Robbins, who made 'The Ladder Jinx,' has struck out in an entirely new direction. Recognising the great possibilities of a travesty upon popular superstition, he built up an amusing comedy dealing with adventures of an unfortunate young man. If you wish to have a really…
Pollyanna,' featuring Mary Pickford, follows up its success at the Coronet by two days showing at the Star, commencing tonight. Kowloon residents who missed this film at the Coronet last week should be sure to visit the other house today or tomorrow, for they will be certain of an…
What with the lawn bowls interport match, the K.C.C. 'at home,' the Police aquatic sports, the V.R.C. night fete, the 'movies,' the Gerald-Fenwick combination at the Star Theatre and, last but not least, the open-air concert at Volunteer Headquarters in aid of the Japan…
Miss Tina Gerald and Mr. Tom Fenwick are giving a return performance at the Star, Kowloon this evening. The programme offered is very amusing with all their successful comedies and an enjoyable evening is thoroughly anticipated.
Following on their season at the Theatre Royal, the Forbes Russell Company are appearing at the Star for three nights, presenting that old favourite 'Paddy, the Next Best Thing.' Performers include Niqua Lewis, Frederick Burtwell, Guy Buckley, Enid Sass and Billie Sinclair. Tonight the…
Star patrons have a Royal treat in store for them on Sunday when Izake, a famous Russian Court conjurer, begins an engagement limited to two days. His illusions and tricks recently caused a great deal of favourable comment in Shanghai. The film part of the night's show is 'The Midnight…
Marie Prevost, late Ziegfield Follies beauty, and star of Mack Sennett's bathing girls, is the main artiste in 'Don't Get Personal,' a comedy which comes to the Star tonight. Marie Prevost was a co-star with Ben Turpin in the amusing Sennett production 'A Small Town Idol…
The Globe Trotters' open their short season tonight at the Star Theatre with a concert, burlesque and comedy items. The show has been arranged by Mr. Dick Norton, the chief comedian and producer. The company had toured successfully in South Africa, Australia and India where they played a…
Star Theatre staged Kaai's Hawaiian Troubadours, last evening. The audience appreciated the efforts of the Jazz Four and of the Marimba Band. The Hula Hula dance both amazed and amused. The company is planning to present an entirely new programme this evening.
Bring your own iron rail with you is an invitation that Peter the Great, world's champion strong man, can safely issue, for as he will show in the Star Theatre tomorrow. Indeed so well does Peter know his own strength that he offers $1,000 reward to anyone who can beat him. He holds the…
That delightful comedy, 'Potash and Perlmutter,' is being shown at the Star Theatre this evening again, and among those who will present for the screening will undoubtedly be many who have already seen it once, but are anxious to see it again, so amusing is the story and so clever the…
Another special attraction is announced for the Star Theatre. Tonight, the Royal Russian Ballet will open a brief Kowloon season with their famous 30-minute ballet revue. Coming from the Imperial Theatre, Moscow, and the Pavilion de Paris, the Company is one of the best. Performers include Madam…