The Hong Kong cinematograph proprietor has secured a number of new films lately, and to add to the attractions of the place in Dex Voeux Road three lady artistes favour with songs-French and English. The pictures are varied and excellent.
The film depicting the Passion Play was highly appreciated at the Hongkong Cinematograph, Des Voeux Road, on Saturday night, the 'House' being a crowded one. Several solos were sung by the lady artists.
The premises of the above company are still in the hands of the contractors who have not yet completed the repairs to the damaged roof and windows caused by the recent typhoon, but it is expected that the place will be re-opened shortly. New artists and a new set of animated pictures are…
Two interesting dramas are being screened at the Hongkong Theatre 'The Sane Madman' and 'Another's Sin.' Some well-known artists are featured. A new programme will be shown including the opening reels of 'The Crimson Stain Mystery' and programmes with the…
At the Hongkong Theatre, an Italian masterpiece 'After the Great Dance' is to be screened. The film is supplied by Mr. Cruenca. The management is unfailing in its efforts to secure the best selected pictures by modern artistes. The Ambrosio and Pasquali Cinema Companies are well-known…
The Middle East Films, Ld., whose head office is in Singapore, is about to open an office in Hongkong. Mr. Joe Fisher, the general manager of the Company, and Mr. Ernest A. Hopson, who represents several South African corporations connected with film art, are in Hongkong. The first exhibition of…
As a Man Thinks,' featuring Leah Baird, will be shown at the World Theatre. It is the first of a series of pictures adapted from the successful stage play of Augustus Thomas. Henry Clive portrays the role of husband, while Mlle. Elaine Amazar acts as the artist's model. Others in the…
A vaudeville programme, featuring the Gibson family entertainers, will be seen at the World Theatre. They will stage their own original oceanic absurdity 'Fun On A Battleship.' Among the leading artists in the cast are Trixie, the Venus of vaudeville, Gapsona and Doreen, the comic duo…
Wednesday and Thursday, Gibson and Doreen. The fun, comedy and humour displayed by these artists keep everybody amused and happy. Picture included.
A grand variety concert will be held in honour of the visit of the Interport Lawn Bowls team from Shanghai. A great programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan. Local talent, good artists. Admission: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Booking at Messrs Mehta and Co., Hongkong Hotel Buildings.
Tonight at 9.15 p.m., a grand variety concert in honour of the visit of the Interport Lawn Bowlers from Shanghai. A great programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan. Local talent, good artists. Admission: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Matinee programmes: 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30…
Tonight 9.15 p.m., A Grand Variety Concert. A great programme organized by Mr. A. B. Allan, local talent and good artistes. Admission: $1.50, $1.00 and 60 cents. Matinee programmes 5.15 p.m., 'Fool's Gold'; 2.30 and 7.15 p.m., 'Vanishing Trail' 10 and 11 episodes.…
The Westerners,' which was the principal attraction at the World Theatre last night, is a picturization of Stewart Edward White's famous novel of the same name, produced by Benjamin B. Hampton for Great Authors Picture, Inc. and enacted by screen artists as Roy Stewart, Mildred Manning…
Part of the United States Asiatic Fleet left Hongkong for Manila on Sunday. The 43rd Division, comprising the Black Hawk, arrived yesterday morning. Today 400 American sailors, accompanied by 100 British, will have tiffin at the City Hall, following which they will witness a cinema performance…
The warrant officers of the United States warships in port held a picnic at Stonecutters yesterday, and were entertained to dinner on board the Ambrose and Tamar. Tomorrow the warrant officers will motor round the dinner at the Warrant Officers' Club. On Saturday, the warships Hart and…
His Excellency the Officer Administering the Government, Mr. Claud Severn, C.M.G., attended the last tiffin given by the Colony to the United States sailors in port, held at the City Hall. His Excellency was accompanied by the Colonial Secretary, Hon. Mr. A.G.M. Fletcher, C.M.G. The visitors…
The Storm,' the Universal Jewel attraction which has won widespread commendation as the outstanding screen success of the year, comes to the World Theatre today for an engagement of four days. An all star cast, headed by House Peters, makes the screen version of Langdon McCormick's…
Under Two Flags' is one of the great love stories. It came as a novel from the pen of Ouida (Louise de La Ranee), and its growth in popularity was heightened by its presentation on the stage by many renowned artists, including Blanche Bates. Now, it has been made into a picture by the…
The Mistress of Shenstone,' the latest Robertson-Cole super special starring Pauline Frederick, is as artistic as it is dramatic. The film is adapted from the famous novel by Florence Barclay and will open at the World Theatre.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Robertson-Cole super special, 'Good Women.' The product of the brains of one of the screen's most brilliant authors, coupled with one of its most artistic directors, 'Good Woman' has been given an all-star cast, headed by Rosemary Theby and…