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: 1924-05-09
Summary:

The 'Olympia Follies,' a company of talented variety artists, headed by Mr. Hamiton and Miss Mills, have arrived here, following a long successful run in Shanghai and Manila, and will begin a season at the Queen's Theatre on Saturday night. Their duet 'Tuck me to sleep in my…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-10 - 1924-05-12
Summary:

Commencing May 10th to 14th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., charming dancing entertainment by the 'Olympia Follies,' a talented company of highly accomplished, headed by Hamilton and Mills. 5 days only, don't miss your chance. Book your seat early. Also picture shows Irene Castle in '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-10
Summary:

Jazz songs, classical ballads and classical dancing will be presented by 'Olympia Follies,' who will commence a short season at the Queen's Theatre tonight. Mr. Hamilton heads the company. Together with Miss Mills, a soprano, they will treat Hongkong to a specially composed song…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-16 - 1924-05-17
Summary:

Commencing May 16th to 19th, Chefalo and Palermo company, the wonder show of the world.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-16 - 1924-05-17
Summary:

Commencing May 16th to 19th, Chefalo and Palermo company. Also Metro picture shows, Milton Sills in 'The Forgotten Law' in 7 parts. The most forceful photodrama of a decade at 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., a Fox serial 'The Bride 13' 1st and 2nd episodes. Booking at the theatre. Price…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-19 - 1924-05-19
Summary:

Tonight May 19th, Chefalo and Palermo company, the wonder show of the world. Don't miss your chance. Book your seats early.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-20
Summary:

The Queen's Theatre has been able to secure an extension of the Chefalo and Palermo company for three days as from today. This company will always be assured of a welcome in the Far East where they are old favourites. They will be supported by different pictures – a serial at the earlier…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-21 - 1924-08-22
Summary:

Today till Sunday, August 20th to 24th, the Star Motion Picture Co. presents 'The Grandson' in 10 reels (the best Chinese picture ever show in the colony). All shows today at 2.30, 5.00, 7 and 9.15. (Please note the change of times.) Phone C 4636. Booking at theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-08-23 - 1924-08-23
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.00, 7.00 and 9.15 (please note the change of times), the Star Motion Picture presents 'The Grandson' in 10 reels. Sunday matinee at 6.00 p.m., Betty Compson in 'Prisoners of Love.' Phone C. 4636. Booking at theatre.

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-10-15 - 1924-10-21
Summary:

October 21st at 9.15 p.m., one concert only, by the world-famous violinist, Efrem Zimbalist, direct from London and New York. At the piano, Emil Bay. Dress circle, box and front stalls booking at Moutrie's. First and second classes booking at the theatre. Prices: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 and $1.…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-11-20 - 1924-11-21
Summary:

Thursday to Monday, November 20th to 24th at 5.15 and 9.15 p.m., Metro Pictures Corp. presents 'The Mutiny of the Elsinore,' Jack London's thrilling sea story. Also Buster Keaton in 'The Goat.' At ordinary prices. Thursday to Wednesday (one week), November 20th to 26th…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10 - 1924-12-10
Summary:

Today to Saturday at 9.15 p.m. only, Long Tack Sam Vaudeville Company, magicians, acrobats, juggling, songs and dances. Prices of admission: $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 and 50 cents. Booking at Moutrie's for $3.00 and $2.00 seats. Picture included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-10
Summary:

Hongkong theatre-goers are sure to extend a good reception to Long Tack-sam, the magician, and his troupe of acrobats when they make their first appearance at the Queen's Theatre this evening. Long Tack-sam and his troupe are said to be the most expensive engagement ever made by Mr. H. G.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-11
Summary:

Long Tack-sam and his supporting company opened their Hongkong season before a large audience in Queen's Theatre last night. They presented an entertainment the life of which has not been seen in Hongkong for years. Some good juggling, acrobatic and conjuring turns have been witnessed…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-12
Summary:

Long Tack Sam and his Wonder Workers are a company of Chinese artists who present an Oriental novelty number that includes singing, dancing, juggling, magic and a host of other stunts of mystifying character, not forgetting that comedy prevails throughout the entire offering. The programme…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-13
Summary:

Needless continue to furnish the diet to Long Tack-sam at the Queen's Theatre, where the Chinese troupe continued its triumphs yesterday. Against a background crusted with glittering dragons and clothed in still silks and satin, the ten Chinese again astonished the audience with an act…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-15
Summary:

There will be a special matinee at the Queen's Theatre today at 7.15 p.m. when the entire proceeds of this performance will be given to local charity. Long Tack-sam and his amazing company of acrobats are proving a great attraction. The Hongkong theatre-goers have never before been offered…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-16
Summary:

The talents of Long Tack-sam and his family and his troupe of Chinese artistes are not being thrown away on empty houses, and this entertainment is playing to packed audiences every night. Last evening, another enthusiastic audience voted its entire accord with the juggling, water spinning,…

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Headline: Queen's Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-17 - 1924-12-18
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15 and 7.15 p.m., Constance Talmadge in 'Polly of the Follies,' a First National attraction. Prices: 80 cents, 50 cents and 30 cents. Booking at the theatre. Tonight and tomorrow at 9.15, last two performances, a new programme, Long Tack Sam, high-class vaudeville…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-12-18
Summary:

Long Tack-sam's Chinese entertainers are going great guns at the Queen's Theatre, where, before large houses, a change of programme was presented. Many of the feats of the week were retained. Long Tack-sam is a wonderful juggler. The company is all-star performers, including two pretty…