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: 1911-07-17
Summary:

A remarkable feat was achieved by the two local cinematograph shows on Saturday, when they were able to produce, just twenty-one days after the great event, the films of the Coronation procession which took place in London on the 22nd June last. The Bijou was the first to show the films at the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-01 - 1911-08-15
Summary:

Every evening at 9.15 p.m. the latest pictures; Performers: Miss Violet Bonetta, Mr. R. H. Stephenson and Frank Melrose; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

63
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-02
Summary:

Before fairly crowded houses at the Bijou, Frank Melrose is scoring a great success. Together with the performances by Miss Violet Bonnetta and Mr. Bob Stephenson. The talent now appearing at the Bijou, combined with the interesting films, is quite a good show.

64
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-05
Summary:

The various cinematograph shows will have a complete change of programme tonight. At the Bijou, Frank Melrose continued his performance, and an entirely new programme of pictures will be screened. The Donnelly family are still the headliners at the Victoria Theatre. A splendid set of animated…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-08
Summary:

At the Victoria Theatre an excellent programme was provided. The Donnellys were, as usual, very pleasing, and a dance by Little Bessie was much appreciated. One of the best pictures was 'The Hobble Skirt,' which excited considerable mirth. Other films depicted an incident from the…

66
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-12
Summary:

Full change of programme will be made tonight at the Bijou and Victoria cinematograph theatres. At the Bijou, Miss Violet Bonetta and Bob Stephenson will present a new sketch. Among the pictures worthy of mention are 'Charles Daix,' 'Ariam and his dog' and 'In a moment…

67
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-14
Summary:

In spite of the abundance of amusement provided for Hongkongites during the weekend, the cinematograph halls were well patronized. A particularly attractive programme was that of the Bijou, an amusing little sketch, arranged by Mr. Stevenson, provoking great laughter. Miss Violet Bonnetta…

68
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-16 - 1911-08-22
Summary:

Eevery evening at 9.15 p.m., Pathe Freres' latest pictures; Performer: Miss Violet Bonetta; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

69
Headline: At the Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-21
Summary:

A splendid programme was provided at the Bijou Scenic Theatre during the weekend and good crowds were present on both days. Miss Violet Bonnetta scored a great success. All the pictures were entirely new to Hongkong, one of the most appreciated being 'Max tries skiing.'

70
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-22
Summary:

Arsene Lupin, as all novel readers know, was a famous criminal, and his escapes were many and marvellous. But Arsene Lupin was a mere tyro compared to 'Arthene Dupin,' invented by the Urban Company, whose miraculous and mirth-provoking villanies are to be screened at the Bijou on…

71
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-23 - 1911-08-25
Summary:

An English travesty film 'Duped by Dupin' shows every evening at 9.15 p.m.; Performer: Miss Violet Bonetta; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

72
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-24
Summary:

A bazaar will be held early in October in aid of the funds of the Mission to Seaman, at the Institute. Mr. R. Stephenson, of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, has kindly consented to give an entertainment in the afternoon.

73
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-26 - 1911-08-29
Summary:

Cinematograph vaudeville shows every evening at 9.15 p.m.; The best Pathe Frere's Billiant Pictures of all; Performer: Miss Violet Bonetta; 7.15 p.m. pictures only; Electric Fans throughout Theatre

74
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-28
Summary:

Business has been brisk at the cinematograph shows during the past week. At the Victoria Theatre, Miss Lynda Davis, who has become very popular since her arrival in Colony, is still the main attraction in a splendid programme. In the picture line, the programme is very strong indeed. The star…

75
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-30 - 1911-08-30
Summary:

Cinematograph vaudeville shows every evening at 9.15 p.m.; The best Pathe Frere's Billiant Pictures of all; Performer: Miss Violet Bonetta; 7.15 p.m. pictures only; Electric Fans throughout Theatre

76
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-30
Summary:

An attractive programme is to be submitted at the Bijou Scenic Theatre tonight, on the occasion of Miss Violet Bonnetta's benefit. A bumper house is expected.

77
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-31 - 1911-09-06
Summary:

The best Pathe Frere's Billiant Pictures of all at 9.15 p.m.; 7.15 p.m. pictures only; Electric Fans throughout Theatre

78
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-09-04
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace is returning next week from Manila and will perform again at the Bijou Theatre.

79
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-02 - 1911-10-06
Summary:

Cinematograph and vaudeville show every evening at 9.15 p.m.; Performer: Miss Vera Ferrace. 7.15 p.m. pictures only; Electirc Fans throughout Theatre

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-07 - 1911-10-13
Summary:

Cinematograph and vaudeville show every evening at 9.15 p.m. Brilliant pictures and popular artists. 7.15 p.m. pictures only