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: 1922-04-04
Summary:

The special dance at the Kowloon Theatre this evening is much of a mystery. Ladies have been requested to bring with them needles and thread, for what purpose is kept as a secret.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-10-31
Summary:

Sunshine Alley,' in which Mae Marsh has appeared, is being screened at the Coronet Theatre for the last time today. The ordinary Coronet orchestra is to be specially augmented tonight by the talented little band which the management of Hongkong Amusements brought up here last week from…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1922-12-05
Summary:

Quaintly styled 'Ye merrie men,' a new and talented combination of jazz musicians makes its first appearance at tonight's cabaret dance at the Kowloon Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-04-18
Summary:

Too Much Business' is now being shown at the Coronet Theatre. Film plot included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1923-10-13
Summary:

A thrilling horse race for the Blue Ribbon of the American Turf furnishes an appropriate climax to the big melodrama at the Star. Reginald Denny shines as the young man ordered out of his home by a stern father. An unusually good scenic picture shows the quaint tribal customs amongst the non-…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-29 - 1924-02-29
Summary:

One night only, Sunday, March 2nd at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with theatrical enterprises presents R. B. Salisbury Company, the Quaints in their greatest of all farcical comedies, Underground to Anywhere. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-02-29
Summary:

Sir J. M. Barrie's masterpiece, 'Sentimental Tommy,' in the picture version, continues at the Star until Saturday. On Sunday night, Kowloon will have an opportunity to witness the clever 'Quaints,' who will present one of their smartest skits. A full announcement of this…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-01 - 1924-03-01
Summary:

One night only, Sunday, March 2nd at 9.15 p.m., farewell performance in the colony, R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with theatrical enterprises presents the R. B. Salisbury Co., the Quaints in Underground to Anywhere. Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Prices: $4, $2 and $1.

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Headline: The Star
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-01 - 1924-03-01
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 'The Eagle's Talons.' At 5.30 and 9.15, 'Sentimental Tommy.' Sunday at 6 p.m., Wallace Reid in 'The Dancin' Fool.' At 9.15, the Quaints in 'Underground to Anywhere.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-03-01
Summary:

Kowloon seems to get its share of good entertainment nowadays, and the engagement of the Quaints for tomorrow night will be received with pleasure. This company will present 'Underground to Anywhere.' The film today is 'Sentimental Tommy,' a very clean picture founded upon…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-03 - 1924-05-03
Summary:

A short season only, commencing Friday May 9th, farewell return visit of R. B. Salisbury and his popular comedy company, 'The Quaints' in the latest London successes, with the original costumes and scenery from the Little Theatre, London.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-05 - 1924-05-08
Summary:

Friday, May 9th, farewell return visit of R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with Theatrical Enterprises presents R. B. Salisbury's London comedy company, 'The Quaints' in the latest London comedy success, with the original costumes and scenery from the little theatre, London. Booking…

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

London's Historic Entertainments – There are as many as 50 London Theatres in full swing, most of them within a radius of half a mile, taking Leicester Square as the centre. Chief of these are Drury Lane, the Gaiety, the Haymarket, the Savoy, the Criterion, and the St. James. The principal…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-06
Summary:

This week the Star Theatre again offers some more of those varied programmes which have become so popular with Kowloon residents – and, be it added for all the islands counter attractions, with many Hongkong residents as well. This evening the feature will be Pola Negri's picture '…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-07
Summary:

R. H. Salisbury and his band of performers 'The Quaints' are announced to play a farewell visit the Star Theatre Kowloon commencing Friday next. They will present 'Silhouettes,' 'Wanted a Smile,' 'The Beggar's Opera,' 'Underground to Anywhere,…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-08
Summary:

Mr. William Heughan, the famous Scottish singer, whose highly successful Theatre Royal concerts have won him a firm place in the Colony's favour, gives a concert in the Star Theatre this evening. Performers also include Dave Kennedy and Gladys Sayer. Booking at Moutrie's and at the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-09 - 1924-05-09
Summary:

Postponed opening of 'The Quaints.' Special announcement: owing to the fact that the President Pierce is arriving one day late, we regret to announce that the opening of 'The Quaints' will have to be postponed until Saturday night. Those who have booked seats for tonight may…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1924-05-09
Summary:

Owing to the late arrival of President Pierce, 'The Quaints' will open their season at the Star Theatre on Saturday and not tomorrow as originally advertised. Those holding tickets for Friday's performance can transfer same or have their money refunded by applying to Moutrie'…

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

Commencing tonight at 9.15, welcome return visit of R. B. Salisbury in conjunction with Theatrical Enterprises presents 'The Quaints.' Booking at Moutrie's and the Star. Programme and price details included. Tomorrow, Sunday at 6 p.m., Jack Hoxie in 'The Man from Wyoming.…

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

The Quaints were to have arrived in the Colony yesterday, but steamer delays made them late. They will perform 'Wanted a Smile.' The Quaints are too well-known here as an entertaining company to require any special introduction.