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: 1908-07-28
Summary:

The only Chinese actor in America appearing in an English speaking company is Ah Sam, who plays Sing Wing as William Collier's support in 'Caught in the Rain' at the Victoria theatre on Monday (says the 'Daily Colonist,' Vancouver). Ah Sam was born and raised in Hong…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-12
Summary:

Mr J. Gonzales de Bernedo, Consul General for Chili in Hongkong, the popular manager of the Victoria Theatre, together with his wife and family, leave for a well-earned holiday in Japan on the 20th inst.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-09 - 1911-09-09
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) From 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. and 9:15 to 11:15 p.m. The great film, 'The Fall of Troy,' for a few nights only. Performance by Huxham Trio on Monday. Pathe Freres animated gazette 'Cardiff Dock Strike' on Tuesday. Last few performances by Miss Lynda Davis.…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-03-04
Summary:

The Hughes Musical Comedy Company, who are at present playing in Shanghai, are expected to open here in March, the 13th, at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-13
Summary:

Hongkong is in danger of being spoilt just now, in the way of entertainments. There is no lack of choice, and the standard may be set down as uniformly high. Until the weekend, every evening may be spent at the University without fear of proving tedious. On Friday night, the Theatre Royal should…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-15
Summary:

A highly successful season is in store for the Hughes Musical Comedy Company at the Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-18
Summary:

The Hughes Musical Comedy Company had a bumper house on Saturday night.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-03-20
Summary:

The productions staged at the Victoria Theatre under the auspices of Hughes American Musical Comedy Company have convulsed large audience with laughter. 'Society' was presented last night. The performance was offered by Messrs Paul Stanhope and Bert Le Blane, Madame Pearl Lloyd and Mr…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-03-21
Summary:

Another good house greeted the production of 'In Society' by the Hughes Musical Comedy Company at the Victoria Theatre last night. A treat is promised tonight in 'Two Men from Japan,' which is described as an eminent mirth-producer. By special request the 'Texas Tommy…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-25
Summary:

After an off-spell on account of the visit of the Hughes Company, the Victoria Theatre will resume its moving picture show tonight. The films hitherto presented at the Victoria have been excellent and have won high appreciation from crowded audiences. Some new features are promised.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-26 - 1912-11-27
Summary:

Opening night of the Raymond Teal Comedy Company for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-28 - 1912-11-28
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-28
Summary:

There was a capital house at the Victoria Theatre last night, when the Raymond Teal Musical Comedy Company opened their season. There are performances from Miss Corinne Carkeek, Mr. E. Z. Gabble and Mr. Fritz Fields. The company will continue till the close of the first week in December.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-29 - 1912-11-30
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-02 - 1912-12-02
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-03 - 1912-12-03
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Headline: At the Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-03
Summary:

Another large and well pleased audience greeted the Teal Comedy Company at the Victoria. Miss Sutherland had done exceptionally good.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-04 - 1912-12-05
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-06 - 1912-12-06
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-06
Summary:

The excellent 'house' at the Victoria Theatre thoroughly enjoyed the fare provided last night by the Raymond Teal Comedy Company.