A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-03-06 - 1917-03-06
Summary:

Performance by European artists.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1917-07-27
Summary:

Patrons of the Hongkong Theatre should not miss the opportunity of seeing the last performance tomorrow of the two excellent and stirring dramas 'The Crucible of Fate' (in two reels) and 'The Same Old Story,' the six reels of which are abounding in everything which goes to…

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-26
Summary:

In 'My Old Dutch' patrons of the Hongkong Theatre have an artistic treat. The Picture visualises the pathos and quiet humour of the old time favourite. It's filmed on Albert Chevalier's famous song.

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1918-04-27 - 1918-04-30
Summary:

27th, 28th, 29th and 30th April, screening Pathe's great photoplay drama, 'The Artist's Honour' in 4 parts, 6,000 feet. Also comic, scenic and instructive films. Please note: owing to the uncertain arrival of steamers from New York, the next episodes of the 'Red Ace…

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-05-07
Summary:

A new programme is announced for tonight at the Hongkong Theatre, which will include the magnificent drama 'The Man of Shame,' from the famous French novel Roger la Honte. The leading artists are Wilton Lacaye [sic] and Miss Rosemary Theby. Charlie Chaplin will be on the screen soon.…

6
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1919-09-01
Summary:

Under Four Flags' the United States Government War film, released by the Committee on Public Information, will be screened at the Hongkong Cinema for a few nights only, commencing on Wednesday, September 3, 1919. Film production details were included in this article.

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-01-17 - 1920-01-17
Summary:

The Knox Brothers are Russian artists. They have been a great success everywhere and are very clever performers. They are now in the colony for the first time and will play tonight in the Hongkong Theatre during the 9.15 p.m. performance. Book your seats at once.

8
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1920-01-17 - 1920-01-17
Summary:

The Knox Brothers are Russian Artists, who occasionally stopped in Hongkong. They have had the biggest successes everywhere with their clever performances. Now, they are in the colony and will play tonight at the Hongkong Theatre during the 9.15 p.m. performance. Booking your seats at once.

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-06-19
Summary:

A brilliant emotional artiste gives a powerful portrayal in a dual role of the latest Artco production, which is showing at the Hongkong Theatre tonight. 'The Capitol' is a play of social and political Washington, with many of its scenes enacted in the nation's capital. Arthur F.…

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-09-17
Summary:

A five-reeler, 'The Masqueraders,' is the principal attraction at the Hongkong Theatre, where good houses continue to be the rule. It is an exceptionally interesting play featuring the famous artist Hazel Dawn. The comedy picture, 'The Rough House,' provokes considerable…

11
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-12-09
Summary:

The first screening of 'Barbary Sheep' at the Hongkong Theatre yesterday was marked by a crowded attendance to witness what was a magnificent production. With that artistic touch which has characterised his other productions. Tourneur has succeeded in holding the interest of the…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-01-21 - 1921-01-22
Summary:

Grand appearance of real English artists directs from the biggest and best theatres of their Australian Tour. First appearance in China of The Gibson Family headed by Trixie, Buttons and Gibson & Doreen; photo included. Also Norma Talmadge in 'The Secret of the Storm Country,' a…

13
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-01-22
Summary:

A first-class vaudeville attraction will be staged at the Hongkong Theatre, commencing on Sunday night, when Mr. Hal. A. Freeman of the DeLacey Agency, London West, will present his grand combination of English artist, direct from the best Australian theatres, comprising Trixie, the world's…

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-01-22
Summary:

A first-class vaudeville attraction will appear at Hongkong Theatre, where Mr. Hal. A. Freeman, of the De' Lacey Agency, will present his grand combination of English artists, direct from the best Australian Theatres. The party consists of Trixie, the world's leading contortionist,…

15
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1921-01-22
Summary:

A first-class vaudeville attraction will be staged at the Hongkong Theatre commencing on Sunday night when Mr. Hal. A. Freeman of the De'Lacey Agency, London West, will present his grand combination of English artists, direct from the best Australian Theatre, comprising Trixie, the world…

16
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-01-24
Summary:

The management of the Hongkong Theatre displayed commendable enterprise in its selection of the Gibson artistes to head their bill of attractions at the Cinema last night, and there was the most convincing evidence of its justification, in the capacity house registered. A fine film featuring…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-03-10
Summary:

The Songs of Song' [sic] is the title of a five part film production by the Paramount Film Company, in which Miss Elsie Ferguson will appear at the Hongkong Theatre next week. Some exceptionally amusing comedies will be screened during the interval. Moreover, the addition of a small stage…

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-05-31
Summary:

A beautiful Paramount attraction from the famous novel by Ridgewell Cullum entitled 'The Son of His Father' will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre from today till Friday night. Charles Ray is the featured artist of the film. It is a tale of love, thrills and pluck. The same streak of…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-11-01
Summary:

One of the most successful photo-plays ever produced by Thomas H. Ince is 'A Family Skeleton' in which is featured that popular artist Charles Ray. This five-reeled picture had tremendous success in the States and will be screened at the Hongkong Theatre tomorrow night until Friday.…