A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: The Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-28
Summary:

Miss Addie Leigh's farewell performance tonight at the Victoria ought to attract a 'bumper' audience. Among the films to be exhibited will be 'The Fatal Toil,' 'Mother's Vow' and 'Tale of Two Cities.' The Franklins will soon be here.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-13
Summary:

The two Cinemagraphs, the Victoria and Bijou, continue to exert a large hold upon the picture-loving public. For Friday, the Victoria announces the 4,000 ft. long picture 'Notre Dame,' which is one of the finest. 'The Chateau of Touraine' now being screened at the Bijou is…

83
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-28
Summary:

There was a capital house at the Victoria Theatre last night, when the Raymond Teal Musical Comedy Company opened their season. There are performances from Miss Corinne Carkeek, Mr. E. Z. Gabble and Mr. Fritz Fields. The company will continue till the close of the first week in December.

84
Headline: At the Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-03
Summary:

Another large and well pleased audience greeted the Teal Comedy Company at the Victoria. Miss Sutherland had done exceptionally good.

85
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-06
Summary:

The excellent 'house' at the Victoria Theatre thoroughly enjoyed the fare provided last night by the Raymond Teal Comedy Company.

86
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-10
Summary:

The Howard Sisters are appearing at the Victoria Theatre. The films are as interesting as ever, and the whole performance is most enjoyable.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-17
Summary:

The great attraction at the Victoria Theatre just now, besides the excellent pictures, is the Howard Sisters.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-24
Summary:

Unlike some previous Christmas times that we have known in Hongkong, there will be abundance of entertainment for amusement lovers this winter. The Theatre Royal is booked up for a series of entertainments. Victoria Theatre: The ever-popular Victoria Theatre is building up great expectations for…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-01-06
Summary:

The Sunday matinees at the Victoria Theatre are always popular. Yesterday afternoon, for instance, the place was quite crowded. All the seats were occupied, and many people were standing. Nellie Maher and the two Gibsons provided really entertaining turns, whilst the pictures were a very fine…

90
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-01-13
Summary:

Only the standing room is the condition at the Victoria Theatre yesterday afternoon. The Hughes Musical Comedy Company will visit Hong Kong for the third time, open with 'The Grafters.' Other hits are 'Running After Nancy'; 'Wouldn't that be a Dream'; Banjo…

91
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-02-20
Summary:

Last night there was exhibited at the Victoria Theatre an interesting film illustrated the Far Eastern Olympiad at Manila. The picture was specially prepared by Prof. Satake from the Meiji University of Tokio. The Japanese champion team was present at the show.

92
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-03-18
Summary:

Miss Arkas, an artist who has considerable linguistic attainments and who has had great experience in the Oriental halls, is to start at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday night. Miss Freda Ardea's dancing and singing appeal nightly to a number of patrons.

93
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-04-18
Summary:

Exceptionally good fare is being provided by the Hongkong Cinemagraphs just now. Tonight at the Victoria Theatre, some new and very interesting films will be reproduced, including the dramatic film 'On the Brink of the Abyss' and the new comic picture by Max Linder 'Max and the…

94
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-05
Summary:

There was a large attendance on Saturday night and 'The Usurer' was shown at the Victoria. Miss Ardea also gained popularity. 'Les Miserables,' a film of Victor Hugo's great work, is expected daily.

95
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-06
Summary:

We understand that Mr. J. Gonzalez Bernedo is giving up the position of manager of the Victoria Cinematograph, after being connected with Messrs Ramos and Ramos for 7 years.

96
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-12
Summary:

Tomorrow is the last night of Howard Sisters at the Victoria Theatre. On Wednesday, 'Les Miserables,' which has been long expected, will be screened.

97
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-15
Summary:

Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables' is the story being given at the Victoria Theatre with the aid of magnificent films which take 3 hours to operate. The story is such as rivets the attention, and the successful exhibitions in Shanghai, India, and other parts of the world will surely…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-16
Summary:

A large number of audience was disappointed as they were not able to watch Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables' due to the huge demand. Film plot included.

99
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-24
Summary:

Mr. James Younge, who looks after the interest of the Dallas Comedy Company is here. Performances with Sir George Alexander's St. James' Theatre play 'The Thief' will begin on Wednesday. The original venue was Theatre Royal and was changed to Victoria Theatre.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-26
Summary:

Booking for the Dallas Comedy Company's season at the Victoria Theatre opens today at Moutrie's. The performances commence on Wednesday with Sir George Alexander's play from St. James' Theatre 'The Thief.'