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: 1911-06-12
Summary:

Mr J. Gonzales de Bernedo, Consul General for Chili in Hongkong, the popular manager of the Victoria Theatre, together with his wife and family, leave for a well-earned holiday in Japan on the 20th inst.

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

A very fine film, of particular interest to Scotch people, based on the great novel 'Auld Robin Gray,' will be included in the change of programme at the Victoria Theatre tonight. It is no less than 700 feet long and is a splendid specimen of dramaturgy. Pathe's animated Gazette…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-17
Summary:

Mr. Harry Burgess never fails to get a laugh whenever he appears. This Sunday night, he and his four brother comedians, Mr. Bert La Blane, Mr. Frank Vack, Mr. Dave Nowlin will appear in 'The Grafters' (at the Victoria Theatre), together with the hand of Miss Gertrude St. Clair.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-01-18
Summary:

The Hughes Musical Comedy Company will have the opening performance 'The Grafters' at the Victoria Theatre tomorrow night. The actors and actress are Mr. Bert La Blane, Mr. Frank Vack, Mr. Dave Nowlin, Mr. Carlton Chase, Mr. Harry Burgess, Miss Gertrude St. Clair, Miss E. Le. Blane,…

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Headline: Notice
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-05-06 - 1913-05-26
Summary:

On and after the 31st May, J. Gonzalez de Bernedo, Manager of the Victoria Theatre, will sever his connection with the firm of Ramos, Ramos, and Co.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-15 - 1913-10-17
Summary:

Film screening of 'For the King'; Coming performances by De Villiers and Company and Brilliant Variety Company with Messrs Wilbur and Harrigan and the Osberg Sisters

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-15
Summary:

Commencing tonight, there will be exhibited at the Victoria Theatre a wonderful instructive picture entitled 'For the King.' Film synopsis included. One of the world's leading magicians, De Villiers is to appear at the Victoria commencing next Monday for a short season. Booking is…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-15
Summary:

For the King' will be exhibiting at the Victoria Theatre. It is produced by the British, showing the daily incidents and interesting events of the King. De Villiers will also come to Hong Kong. He is an interesting illusionist.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-15 - 1913-10-18
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15, the great picture Gaumont Graphic. Also a fine selection of comic and interesting pictures. For one week only, commencing on 20th October, De Villiers, the world's greatest transformist and illustrationist and his brilliant variety company including Messrs Wilbur and…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-18 - 1913-10-18
Summary:

Film screening of 'For the King'; Coming performances by De Villiers and Brilliant Variety Company with Messrs Wilbur and Harrigan and the Osberg Sisters

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-20 - 1913-10-23
Summary:

No pictures this week; De Villiers and Brilliant Variety Company's performance

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-20
Summary:

Mr. de Villers, the much-travelled transformist and illusionist, opens for a short season with its company of artists at the Victoria Theatre tonight.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-20 - 1913-10-21
Summary:

No pictures this week. Tonight 9.15, the great De Villiers, transformist and illusionist. Booking at Moutrie's

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-22
Summary:

Mr. de Villers and his company have 'caught on' Hong Kong. They have opened a short season at the Victoria Theatre. His performances are described and the audience have great feedback.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-23
Summary:

De Villiers is drawing good houses at the Victoria Theatre. His performances were appreciated by the audience, and he had been called 'The man of the hour.'

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-10-23 - 1913-10-25
Summary:

Tremendous success of the great De Villiers in Hong Kong. Change of programme on 24th October, new tricks and illusions. Late car to Peak, 15 minutes after performance. Booking at Moutrie's

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-24 - 1913-10-24
Summary:

De Villiers performance, new tricks and illusions; Late car to Peak

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-25 - 1913-10-25
Summary:

De Villiers performance, new tricks and illusions; Late car to Peak

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Headline: The Illusionist
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-10-25
Summary:

Mr. de Villers had a great success this week at Victoria Theatre. His performance was greatly appreciated; his portrait included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1914-09-03
Summary:

In addition to the magnicent picture to be exhibited on Friday night. The Victoria Theatre has engaged the popular artists, 'La Belle and Williams.' The booking office is open from 11am daily.