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: 1909-02-11
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph at No.2 Zetland street, is showing a fine variety of films, which are both long and beautifully coloured, and have not been seen in any other cinematograph in the Colony. Tonight's programme, includes a sketch, 'Samson and Delilah,' 'A trip on the…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-18
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is fast becoming a popular resort for high-class interest and the management is making arrangement for the engagement of two capable artistes and the pictures are all of a good nature.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-20
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is showing some good films this week.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-23
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph invited a number of teachers to attend and view an exhibition of pictures of the 'Passion Play.' The films were beautifully coloured and much admired. The pictures will, later, be shown at a matinee for children.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-02-26 - 1909-03-03
Summary:

Tonight and every evening, 9 to 11 p.m., continued change of Films; Saturday has performance for Chinese; Monday has grand matinee for children; Price details and schdecule included

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-26
Summary:

New films are attracting large audiences to the Alexandra Cinematograph. On Saturday a matinee for Chinese is announced, commencing at 5:30 p.m., and a Chinese calendar will be presented to each ticket-holder. On Monday, 1st March, a matinee is advertised for children at 5 p.m., when the famous…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-26 - 1909-03-02
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street, Corner of Hoorain-Ali's, near Clock Tower) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Continual change of films. Saturday, 27th, performance for Chinese. Monday, 1st March, grand matinee for children, special programme. Price and schedule details included.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-02-27
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph is giving an excellent matinee on Monday, commencing at 5 p.m., when the splendid film showing the Passion Play will be thrown on the screen.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-02
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph had an excellent audience yesterday afternoon when the Passion Pictures were shown. The pictures will be repeated again on Saturday.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-03
Summary:

Miss Rosa Barnes, the 'Queen Artiste of the Orient,' is expected to be seen at Alexandra Cinematograph in a day or two. Alexandra Cinematograph has no doubt her appearance will add further to the popularity of an already popular place of amusement.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-03 - 1909-03-06
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. Miss Rosa Barnes, the queen artiste of the orient, is coming. Saturday, 6th March, grand matinee for children, special programme. Sunday, 7th March, performance for Chinese. Price and schedule details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-04 - 1909-03-08
Summary:

Tonight and every evening 9 to 11 p.m.; Miss Rosa Barnes is coming to town. Continual change of Films; Saturday has grand matinee for children; Sunday has performance for Chinese; Price details and schdecule included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-04
Summary:

Miss Rosa Barnes has been engaged by the Alexandra Cinematograph to sing songs appropriate to the pictures thrown on the screen. This is a departure we have not yet had in Hongkong, though it is a feature of cinematograph shows in other parts of the world.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-08 - 1909-03-11
Summary:

(No. 2 Zetland Street) Tonight and every evening. 9 to 11 p.m. First appearance of Miss Rosa Barnes. Extra performance: The Famous Troupe of the Buffs will sing Coon songs and choruses. Price and schedule details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-09 - 1909-03-11
Summary:

First appearance of Miss Rosa Barnes. Continual change of films. Extra performance on 10th introducing the famous Troupe of the Buffs; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-03-09
Summary:

Miss Rosa Barnes will have an 'Evening at Home' at the Alexandra Cinematograph on March 10th. It is her first appearance in Hong Kong.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1909-03-09
Summary:

Miss Rosa Barnes, makes her first appearance in Hongkong at Alexandra Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1909-03-11
Summary:

The Alexandra Cinematograph last night not only showed excellent comic and instructive films, but also secured the service of Miss Rosa Barnes. Audiences enjoyed her show.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-11
Summary:

Miss Rosa Barnes gave a song with piano accompaniment, a whistling solo, a recitation and comic songs last evening at the Alexandra Cinematograph.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1909-03-12 - 1909-03-12
Summary:

Performers: Miss Rosa Barnes, Prof. W. Vincent, conjurer and illusionist. Continual change of films. Extra performance on 10th introducing the famous Troupe of the Buffs; Price details included