A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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101
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…

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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.

103
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…

104
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.

105
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.

106
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-09-11
Summary:

The programme of Bijou Scenic Theatre for this week includes several songs by Miss Vera Ferrace and a number of very good pictures.

107
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-09-26
Summary:

Excellent films continue to be exhibited at the Bijou Scenic Theatre. Miss Vera Ferrace is as good as ever in her clever songs and wears some extremely pretty dresses.

108
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-10-03
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is still commanding good houses. Miss Vera Ferrace's performances receive an enthusiastic reception. The selection of films that is being shown covers a wide range and the pictures are thoroughly appreciated.

109
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-07
Summary:

The management of the Bijou Scenic Theatre continues to provide their patrons with the best of entertainment. Miss Vera Ferrace's performance was enjoyable. There was a splendid selection of pictures. The chief films were 'Miss Harry,' the story of a woman serpent-coloured, '…

110
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-10
Summary:

The programme being shown at the Bijou Scenic Theatre tonight includes some exceptionally fine films, including Miss Lavinia's birthday and numerous other fine subjects. In addition to the films, dainty Miss Vera Ferrace will render a number of new songs.

111
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-13
Summary:

The management of the Bijou Cinematograph Theatre is providing an excellent programme of new pictures which have never been shown in Hongkong before for coming week. Among the seven pictures to be shown is a beautiful art film of the story of the Prisoner of the Bastille. Another coloured…

112
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-10-14
Summary:

Mr. Stephenson changed the programme at Bijou Theatre this evening. Many good pictures, new to Hong Kong, which have become quite famous in Europe will be shown. Special mention should be made of the film entitled 'Latude,' a very dramatic tale of a prisoner in the Bastille and his…

113
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-10-20
Summary:

Management is putting on a complete and comprehensive change of programme. A dramatic play entitled 'A Living Resemblance,' 'The sketch,' 'the Colonel,' 'Good-bye to Bachelorhood' and 'Incompatibility of Temper' given by Misses Ferrance and…

114
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-23
Summary:

Mr. Bob Stephenson continues to provide his patrons at the Bijou with splendid pictures. 'Goodbye to Bachelorhood' and 'The Story of His Battles' are splendid while Miss Vera Ferrace, Miss May Maxwell and Mr. Stephenson performed in the sketch.

115
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-23
Summary:

Military charities must have reaped a nice little sum on Saturday as a result of the concert in their aid at the Palace Theatre, Mount Austin Barracks.

116
Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-10-27
Summary:

Miss Kitty Delavale will appear tomorrow at the Bijou. Mr. Stephenson has secured a very fine selection of films including 'Neighbours' acted by Max Linder.

117
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-30
Summary:

A crowded house witnessed the change of programme at the Bijou Theatre on Saturday night. In addition to a number of excellent dramatic and humorous films, a vivid film showing the Liberate disaster and the funeral of the 400 victims was screened. Performances by Miss Kitty Delavale and Miss…

118
Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-11-11
Summary:

Mr. Bob Stephenson put on a change of programme this evening at the Bijou. An excellent film depicting Elephants at work in India. An amusing burlesque of a Spanish bull fight, entitled 'Toreador,' will also be shown, and the 'Burglars Ransom.' Miss Kitty Delavale will sing…

119
Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-11-16
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre continues to enjoy the patronage of a large number of the public, and justly so, for Mr R. H. Stephenson is presenting a bill worthy of any cinematograph. The fine film showing elephants carrying and stacking timber is both interesting and educational, while 'The Bragger…

120
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-21
Summary:

At the Theatre Royal on Saturday, the management of the Palace Theatre, Mount Austin, is producing one of their well-known variety entertainments. Performances by Mr. and Mrs. Worcester, Mrs. Walker and Mr. Donne.