A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-01-16
Summary:

There was a complete change of programme on Saturday in the Bijou. Performances by Miss Vera Ferrace and Miss Ruby Chrystal. The biorama was an interesting one, especially the grand opera 'Carmen,' and the funny picture 'Double sight,' represented by the well-known Max Linder…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-02-14
Summary:

Large crowds are attending the Bijou Theatre. Performances by Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Stephenson. The pictures are always up to the standard. The comic film 'How Max Linder Toured Around the World' is specially good. The Empire Cinematograph theatre has also had crowded houses. One…

3
Headline: At the Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-08-21
Summary:

A splendid programme was provided at the Bijou Scenic Theatre during the weekend and good crowds were present on both days. Miss Violet Bonnetta scored a great success. All the pictures were entirely new to Hongkong, one of the most appreciated being 'Max tries skiing.'

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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…

5
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: 1911-10-27 - 1911-10-27
Summary:

Performance by Miss Kitty Delavale; Max Linder's latest photoplay 'The 'Liberte' Disaster'; Tomorrow 7.15 p.m. pictures only

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-28 - 1911-11-01
Summary:

Special attractions 'Liberte' by Max Linder; First appearance of Miss Kitty Delavale; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-12-01 - 1911-12-06
Summary:

Special photoplays by Max Linder every evening at 9.15 p.m.; Performer: Miss Kitty Delavale; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

9
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-04-10 - 1912-04-17
Summary:

Screening of 'The Deepest Dye' by Max Linder, 'Caumont Gazette'; Mantinee: 'Madame San Gene' historical picture of Napaleon; Special band nights every Thursday

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

Another Max Linder picture is being shown at the Victoria Theatre just now. It is entitled 'The Deepest Dye.' A fine historical film is 'Madame San Gene,' which tells a thrilling story of the time of Napoleon.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-05-31
Summary:

It is easy to understand why Mr. R. H. Stephenson, or 'Bob' Stephenson as his intimates call him, the popular lessee and manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is looking forward with such pleasurable anticipation to his forthcoming trip to Australia. The Bijou closes down after this…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-28 - 1912-09-28
Summary:

Drama performance Tonight: The Shipburners or Arson at Sea; Showing comic film: 'Max Linder and the Maid'; Performance by Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-30 - 1912-09-30
Summary:

Drama performance: The Shipburners or Arson at Sea; Showing comic film: 'Max Linder and the Maid'; Performance by Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-02 - 1912-11-05
Summary:

Tonight at 9.15 p.m., the great sensational drama 'The Platform of Death Feat'; Performance by Miss Gladys Porter and Dellie Connor; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-09 - 1912-11-12
Summary:

Special attraction, a sensational drama and 'A Farm-House Romance' by Max Linder; Musical interludes by Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-13 - 1912-11-15
Summary:

Programmes at 9.15 p.m. Tonight: 'The Sisters Steelman, Acrobats', 'Wipples, The Tenor', 'An Entente Cordiale' by Max Linder, 'Her Ladyship's Dog' and 'Chateaux of Touraine' with cinema-colour art; Performance by Miss Gladys Porter and…

17
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-16 - 1912-11-19
Summary:

Showing 'The Village Postmistress' and Max Linder's 'A Motor Boat Trip'; Vaudeville performance by Miss Gladys Porter and Miss Dellie Connor; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

18
Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-11-23 - 1912-11-26
Summary:

Showing 'The Inn of Confusion', 'The Rapids of Kivatch', 'French Army Manoeuvres', 'The Bet' by Max Linder and 'A Human Measure'; Performace by Miss Connor, Mr Stephenson and Miss Gladys Potter; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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Headline: Bijou
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-12-07 - 1912-12-10
Summary:

All new pictures: 'Max's Efforts to Grow', 'The Lighthouse-Keeper's Daughter', 'The Headless Man', 'A Sham Wiffles' and 'Round about Antibes'; Performers: Miss Dolly Swift, Miss Gladys Spencer; 7.15 p.m. pictures only

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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…