A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-05-25
Summary:

The pictures thrown on the screen at the Bijou Scenic Theatre last night were excellent and the comic films were very amusing. Miss Grace Vyveene, Miss Grace Wilson, Silvio Sanzini, and Mr. Chas. Maekaye all made a hit in their shows.

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Headline: Milk
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-05-31 - 1911-06-10
Summary:

If you want to see Bear Brand Milk prepared, packed, go to the Bijou Theatre to see the film

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-06-28
Summary:

The proprietors of the Bijou Cinematograph Theatre are nightly providing some very excellent fare for their many patrons, including some beautifully clear photographs of the Hongkong coronation decorations. The Biorama pictures are also exceedingly clear and distinct, some of the comic ones…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-07 - 1911-07-15
Summary:

Cinematograph vaudeville at 9.15 p.m. every evening by Miss Violet Bonnetta; 7.15 p.m. pictures only, the grand English coronation film will arrive shortly.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-07-17
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre always keeps abreast of the times. A feature is now being made of the magnificent film illustrating the coronation processions at Home. This film was taken by Royal command and is a magnificent one.

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-17 - 1911-07-19
Summary:

Cinematograph Vaudeville at 9.15 p.m. every evening by Miss Violet Bonnetta; the grand English coronation film was especially taken for the Bijou.

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Headline: Living Pictures
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-18
Summary:

We heartily congratulate both the Victoria and Bijou Cinemagraphs upon the remarkably short spaces of time since the actual date of King George's Coronation in which they have been able to present to their patrons up-to-date and excellent films of the Coronation processions. The pictures…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-20 - 1911-07-21
Summary:

Cinematograph vaudeville at 9.15 p.m. every evening by Miss Violet Bonnetta and Miss May Maxwell; the grand English coronation film was especially taken for the Bijou.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-24
Summary:

A capital programme is at present being presented to patrons of the Bijou Scenic Theatre. In addition to several new films, an amusing sketch is given in which Miss Violet Bonnetta and Mr. Bob Stephenson take part.

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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.

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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…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-08-22 - 1911-08-25
Summary:

(Flower Street) Every evening at 9:15 p.m. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m. The great English travesty film on Wednesday, 'Duped by Dupin.' Performance by Miss Violet Bonnetta. A monster programme. Electric fans are provided.

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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

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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…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-09-05 - 1911-09-06
Summary:

Cinematograph vaudeville at 9.15 p.m. every evening; special art film pictures only at 7.15 p.m. by Pathe Freres: 'Salvator Rosa's Love'; performance by Miss Vera Ferrace; electric fans throughout theatre.

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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.

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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.

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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, '…

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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.