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: 1911-09-18
Summary:

The weekend programme at the Victoria cinematograph was again an attractive one, and drew large houses. The Harmonious Huxhams trip was greatly appreciated, and the pictures were, as usual, very interesting. Tonight there will be an entire change of programme.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-09-21 - 1911-09-28
Summary:

A complete change of new pictures. Performers: Great Huxham Trio

43
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-09-21
Summary:

The 'Harmonious Huxhams' are providing a delightful entertainment at the Victoria Cinematograph, in addition to the excellent picture show.

44
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-09-29 - 1911-10-03
Summary:

Complete new programme Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 29th Sept. to 2nd October. Magnificent New Pictures. Performer: The Harmonious Huxhams

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-04 - 1911-10-07
Summary:

History of the Tale of Two Cities' to be exhibited, it's 4000 ft. long

46
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-04
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre last evening, the proprietors delighted a full house by exhibiting that magnificent film, 'A Tale of Two Cities.' The film was in three sections, and measured altogether something like 4000ft. This particular masterpiece of Dickens' was greatly appreciated…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-09 - 1911-10-09
Summary:

History of the Tale of Two Cities' to be exhibited, it's 4000 ft. long

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-10 - 1911-10-16
Summary:

All new films during the weeks; Performers: The Harmonious Huxhams, Harris-Vernon; Saturday & Sundays matinees at 4.20 p.m.

49
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-13
Summary:

The Harmonious Huxhams who have been delighting record audiences at the Victoria Theatre for the past month are returning to Australia on Thursday. A star programme of pictures will also be screened.

50
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-17 - 1911-10-31
Summary:

All new films during the weeks, debut of Harris-Vernon; Saturady & Sundays matinees at 4.20 p.m.

51
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-19
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre has been fortunate in securing the services of two fine dancers as Harrison and Vernon.

52
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-30
Summary:

Harris and Vernon, the clever American dancers at the Victoria Theatre gave a change of programme on Saturday night. The house was packed, and the artists received a great ovation. Some splendid films were also screened.

53
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-29
Summary:

The ricksha coolies who congregate outside the Victoria Theatre, have been making themselves very objectionable of late. When the patrons of the cinematograph come out the coolies make a wild rush for the entrance, regardless of the danger of knocking pedestrians down.

54
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-09
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre is to be congratulated on their enterprise in obtaining such a remarkably fine film as 'Fifty Years Ago,' which was screened for the first time at the performance last night. The film, which is over 2,000 feet in length, won the grand prize of 25,…

55
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-21
Summary:

The programme at the Victoria Theatre includes one of those star pictures which the management has been screening regularly. The film which is run in two parts depicts the siege of Calais, the most interesting stage in the hundred years war. The characters are taken by well-known continental…

56
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-01-15
Summary:

The management of the Victoria Theatre has been fortunate in securing the film depicting the contest for the world's lightweight boxing championship between Battling Nelson and Ad. Wolgast. The film which is over 4000 feet in length is very clear and shows every movement of the men during…

57
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-01-26
Summary:

The exceptionally strong programme which has been running at the Victoria Theatre during the past week was further strengthened on Wednesday evening when the Lyall Sisters made their first appearance. A splendid programme is promised for tonight, with a performance by Miss Lynda Davis.

58
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-03-06
Summary:

The Brennans, world's champion clog dancers, and the Quealeys are proving centres of attraction to large houses at the Victoria Theatre. In addition to these splendid entertainers, the management provides excellent and up-to-date moving pictures which are always greatly enjoyed.

59
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.