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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-02-13
Summary:

A very select programme of films was exhibited at the Empire Cinematograph Theatre on Sunday night and was thoroughly enjoy by the large attendance. In addition to the splendid film 'Massilina' there was a grand comic film 'How Max Linder travelled around the world' which…

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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…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-07-04
Summary:

At the Bijou Scenic Theatre Saturday night, Miss Violet Bonnetta performed well. The pictures throw on the screen are just the thing to put one in good humour, particularly the one entitled 'Max Linder Married.' A good programme has been arranged for the ensuing week.

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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…

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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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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.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-12-04
Summary:

Miss Kitty Delavale and Mr. Bob Stephenson are seen in this week's programme at the Bijou. Some fine films are being shown, among which are Max Linder's latest and 'Old and Modern Versailles,' which in point of spectacular effects, is one of Pathe Freres' best…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-12-13
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre is showing an attractive programme every night. Many of the films are exceedingly comic and create roars of laughter. 'Muscular development,' 'Marriage haters,' 'Max Linder and his duel' and 'Trying to get arrested,' are amongst those…

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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: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-04-20
Summary:

Max Linder's comicalities at the Bijou Scenic Theatre will convulse audiences, whilst the American dramatic play 'Saved by Wireless' has a special interest by reason of the Titanic disaster. Miss Viola Price couldn't appear last night because of illness. Many fine pictures…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-04-29
Summary:

For this evening and tomorrow Mr Stephenson has secured for his popular Bijou Scenic Theatre a really fine set of pictures which all should see. One which has been greeted with rounds of applause is that in which two of the most prominent cinematograph artistes figures, namely Max Linder, the…

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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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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-21
Summary:

Mr. Bob Stevenson is offering a splendid programme at the Bijou this week. The sketch 'A Gossip by the Wayside' is the most amusing dialogue between Mr. Stephenson and Miss Ada Rowley. 'The Fisherman's Son' is a magnificent picture story; 'Love and a Motor,' an…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-25
Summary:

As usual, the Victoria Theatre is giving the most excellent programme. The new film, 'Little Humpback,' contains a pretty strong turning on the old superstition that the touch of a hunchback brings luck. Max Linder and Bobby were represented again. Miss Addie Leigh, Verne and Smith…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-10-29
Summary:

At this comfortable little theatre in Wyndham Street an interesting programme of animatography is being shown and a large audience last night testified to the excellences of the entertainment in unmistakable fashion. Performance by Miss Dellie Connor. The pictures include a very interesting one…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-31
Summary:

The two new lady artistes, Miss Dellie Connor and Miss Gladys Porter, sang pretty songs last night at the Bijou theatre. The films are decidedly entertaining, particularly those dealing with the ever-popular Nick Winter, Wiffles and Max Linder. The pictures of the Mediterranean Coast of Franco…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-08
Summary:

The two Frankins are offering some very fine turns-sketches with song and dance at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday night. The films this week are good, one notably good one being Max Linder and his dog.

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-09
Summary:

The Bijou promises a great draw tonight 'Won Through Waiting' [sic] – a drama that comes from Europe with a fine reputation. Max Linder supplies the comic relief, and how funny he is needing no telling. The Misses Connor and Porter Appear in new songs.