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: 1921-07-18
Summary:

The performances of Chefalo and Palermo are attracting audiences nightly to the Wo Ping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1907-11-25
Summary:

At the Supreme Court, a case continues in the action brought by Tsip Kee, a rice dealer, carrying on business at 121 Des Voeux Road, to recover the sum of money from three partners of the Tai Ping Theatre. Ye Ying Wo, is one of the so-called partners.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-06
Summary:

The man of might' is the fitting name of a serial in which William Duncan, Vitagraph's famous star and director, is the leading figure. It will be seen in the Wo Ping Theatre on 7th December, 1920. Film synopsis included. The Wo Ping Theatre is situated in Des Voeux Road, Central, just…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-02
Summary:

To attract attention to the opening of Wo Ping Theatre as a cinema yesterday, the people who disguised as 'Akut the Ape,' the second principal character in 'The Son of Tarzan,' being performed at the theatre. Wo Ping has a seating capacity for 2,000 persons. It is the coolest…

5
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-09-15
Summary:

Accompanied by his wife, Yeung Ko, the accused man who was acquitted the murder of Li Siu Fan, left Hongkong for Macao by the steamer Chuen Chow. The victim of the murder was a comedian of the Chow Fung Nin theatrical company and was shot while performing at the Wo Ping Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-17
Summary:

A big commotion was caused at the Wo-Ping Theatre (which has this week been transferred from the Hongkong Amusements Ltd. to a Chinese Company) last night, as the result of a shooting affray. One of the leading members of the Chow Fung Nin Theatrical Company, Li Siu-fan, was seriously injured.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-12-07
Summary:

It happens in the first episode of 'The Man of Might.' No Vitagraph serial would open without it – a fight between William Duncan and Joe Ryan, a fight such as thrilled millions who saw 'The Fighting Trail' and 'A Fight for Millions.' This will be seen in the Wo…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-08-23
Summary:

The preliminary trial of Yeung Ko on a charge of murdering Li Siu-fan, a clown of the Chow Fung Nin Theatrical Company at the Wo Ping Theatre, commenced at the Magistracy yesterday afternoon. The article outlined the main conversations at the Magistracy in detail.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-21 - 1921-07-22
Summary:

When we tell you that it costs us $2 a minute to show 'The Devil's Passkey' at Wo Ping Theatre more than it cost to screen either 'Hearts of the World' or 'Intolerance,' you can perhaps realise that it must be a great picture. The Coronet Orchestra will provide…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-18
Summary:

The Hon. Treasurer of the Alice Memorial and Affiliated Hospitals begs to acknowledge, with thanks, The Wo Ping Theatre for contributing $50 to the fund of the Hospital.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-01
Summary:

Detailed plot outline of the three pictures in three theatres: 'Godless Men' at the Coronet, 'Simple Souls' at Kowloon, starring Blanche Sweet, and 'The Son of Tarzan' at the Wo Ping. The fighting scenes in the 'Godless Men' will recall audiences the big…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-08-27
Summary:

The Honorary Treasurer of the Alice Memorial and Affiliated Hospitals, begs to acknowledge, with thanks, to Wo Ping Theatre who contributed $50 to the funds of the Hospitals.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1919-10-10
Summary:

The Honorary Treasurer of the Alice Memorial and Affiliated Hospitals, begs to acknowledge, with thanks, to Wo Ping Theatre who contributed $150 to the funds of the Hospitals.

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Headline: The Wo Ping
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1921-07-02 - 1921-07-02
Summary:

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9.15, first 2 episodes of 'The Son of Tarzan' and Harold Lloyd in his $100,000 comedy, 'Captain Kidd's Kids.'

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Headline: Wo Ping Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-22 - 1920-07-24
Summary:

The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5 and comedies. Music at both performances.

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Headline: Wo Ping Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-26 - 1920-07-28
Summary:

(Opposite Central Market) Tonight, Antonio Moreno in 'The Perils of Thunder Mountain' and comedies

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Headline: Wo Ping Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-07-24 - 1920-07-24
Summary:

The Silent Mystery' episodes 4 and 5. Vitagraph presents Antonio Moreno in 'The Perils of Thunder Mountain.'

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-03-13
Summary:

The manager of the Wo Ping Theatre was summoned at the Magistracy yesterday for allowing actors to sleep in the theatre. Mr. E. L. Agassiz, defending, said that since the last action taken against the theatre the management had secured accommodation for 52 persons.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1921-07-25
Summary:

The Devil's Pass Key' being shown at the Empire Theatre (formerly known as the 'Wo Ping') and the performance takes place at 5:15 and 9:15p.m. Film synopsis included.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1920-03-12
Summary:

The management of the Wo Ping Theatre was charged at the Police Court today, before Mr. N. L. Smith, with allowing actors to sleep on the premises. A fine of $25 was imposed.