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: 1908-07-17 - 1908-07-18
Summary:

Opening night; There were three performances; grand illuminations and electric fans; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-07-20 - 1908-07-23
Summary:

There were three performances every night; grand illuminations and electric fans; Price details and schedule included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-07-21
Summary:

The newly established Alexandra Cinema-Theatre in Zetland Street is a district addition to Hongkong's amusements and should prove a great success. The films shown are new and amusing, the orchestra makes sweet music. Signor Torras, the tenor, Miss Russell, and little Miss Thelma, all sing…

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-08-11
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph attracts a fairly large audience nightly. The hall has been most artistically decorated and is a distinct credit to the proprietors. For a pleasurable hour in the evening we can command a visit to the hall by Queen's Road Central.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-08-17
Summary:

The most successful al fresco concert was held in the Kowloon Cricket Club. There was a performance from Senor Torras, who is one of the leading artistes at the Alexandra Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-08 - 1908-09-08
Summary:

Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tomorrow night

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-09 - 1908-09-09
Summary:

Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tonight

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-10 - 1908-09-10
Summary:

Grand Benefit of Miss R. Giralda; Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tomorrow night

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-11 - 1908-09-11
Summary:

Grand Benefit of Miss R. Giralda; Film screening of the 'Visit of The King of England to The King of Italy' and other interesting pictures tonight

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-12 - 1908-09-12
Summary:

Film screening of 'Hamlet' and other interesting pictures tonight; Introducing Miss Zina Latour next week

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-14 - 1908-09-14
Summary:

Film screening of 'Hamlet' and other interesting pictures; Debut of Miss Zina Latour tonight

12
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-14
Summary:

Miss Giralda was accorded a special benefit performance on Friday in Alexandra Cinema-Theatre. The house was crowded, and the films were excellent. Performances also by Messrs. Leckie, Gould and Grover, and Mr. Forras.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-15 - 1908-09-23
Summary:

Film screening of 'Hamlet' and other interesting pictures; Debut of Miss Zina Latour tonight

14
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-23
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinema-Theatre has several novelties this week. The artists are bright and vivacious, and the new films are highly appreciated.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-09-24 - 1908-10-26
Summary:

Magic performance from Professor Ryder and singing performances by Miss Tina Latour; New Pictures were exhibited; pictures change every second day

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1908-10-15
Summary:

The attractions of the Alexandra Cinema-Theatre are appreciated by patrons. The films are new and entertaining, the songs catchy, and bright music is rendered by a live orchestra.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-16 - 1909-01-18
Summary:

Grand Opening Night

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-16
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is advertised in our columns. It is to be located at No. 2, Zetland Street, the most central part of the city and opens on the 21st inst., with a series Pathe's films which have never been exhibited in Hongkong. As the proprietors are to be in constant receipt of…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-22 - 1909-01-22
Summary:

No artist but only the latest Pathe Films are shown as in London and Paris, these films have never been seen in the East and comprise drama, comedy, burlesque, geography, history, war, journeys on land and sea; Matinee for children, half price

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-01-22
Summary:

The new Alexandra Cinematograph was opened in the premises, No. 2 Zetland Street last evening. The entertainment is strictly confined to exhibitions of the latest films, and those shown last evening included some excellent pictures.