A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1902-03-05 - 1902-03-06
Summary:

(Des Voeux Road Central) For a short season. The Hughes Musical Comedy Co. will open at the Victoria Theatre on March 13th with 'The Speculators.' Booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-14
Summary:

The Coronation pictures were presented for the first time in Hong Kong to a large house last night. The various pictures shown were exceptionally clear and free from flicker. Several local residents were plainly recognisable. The films of the celebrations at home will arrive shortly.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-09-08
Summary:

At Victoria Theatre tonight the great film 'The Fall of Troy' is to be exhibited for the first time. It is a truly magnificent film. In addition, a number of other new pictures are to be shown includes 'Love, luck and gasoline' and 'Love and Money.' The Huxham Trio…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-03-05 - 1912-03-14
Summary:

Coming for a short season, the Hughes Musical Comedy Co. will open on March, 13th, with 'The Spectators,' a great farcical hit; booking at Moutrie's.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-29
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre, which has just entered upon its second year, is still going strong. There was a packed house at the matinee on Sunday, the anniversary of the opening when the children of the colony were entertained free and each as given a packet of sweets during the interval. The…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-11
Summary:

The Victoria Cinematograph, notwithstanding the heat, continues to provide a popular draw every night. The refined comic sketch artistes Graham and Dent are expected to make a return visit shortly and picture-lovers are advised to look out for the splendid dramatic film 'The Crusaders.…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-06-15
Summary:

The Crusaders,' a magnificent film 4000 feet long, and one of the latest triumphs of the cinema is being exhibited at the Victoria Theatre before admiring houses. 'The White Slave,' will be exhibited shortly.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-11 - 1912-10-16
Summary:

Shamus O' Brien' for a few days only; great Irish drama; performances by Addie Leigh, Verne, and Smith; Miss Nellie Maher will arrive shortly.

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Headline: Victoria
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-20 - 1912-11-25
Summary:

Farewell performance by The 2 Franklins and Verne and Smith; Opening of the Raymond Teal Comedy Co. for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-26 - 1912-11-27
Summary:

Opening night of the Raymond Teal Comedy Company for a short season

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

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-29 - 1912-11-30
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-02 - 1912-12-02
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-03 - 1912-12-03
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-04 - 1912-12-05
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-07 - 1912-12-09
Summary:

Raymond Teal Comedy Company performance for a short season

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-15
Summary:

Hughes Company will appear for a short season only at the Victoria Hall. According to the Shanghai press, it is having an unprecedented success there at present.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-16
Summary:

The booking for the opening performance of the Hughes Company opened this morning at the Moutrie's. The repertoire for the short season, commencing at the Victoria Theatre next Sunday night is offered.