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: 1912-04-30
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre continues to attract large crowds. This show is always popular for its excellent pictures and variety turns, Mr. Stephenson's resource in both respects being boundless.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-05-02
Summary:

There appear the so-called 'talking pictures,' a synchronization of the cinematograph and the phonograph by electrical science, are already in craze in London and Paris. So premising have been these reproductions of plays and operas that two prominent producers, Charles Frohman and…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-05-10
Summary:

An alteration has been affected in the character of the entertainment offered by Mr. Stephenson. The vaudeville of the programme has been eliminated, and the show is now purely cinematograph. He tries to offer the audience a really high-class and various picture-show. The pictures to be shown…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-05-15
Summary:

Mr. Stephenson, the popular manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, has secured for the weekend a very fine new series of pictures. Chief amongst them is 'The Flaming Arrows,' 'That Champion Boxer' etc. Mr. Stephenson has placed 17 electric fans in his theatre.

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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: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-06-05
Summary:

Mr R. H. Stephenson, the popular manager of the Bijou Cinematograph Theatre, is leaving for home by the s.s. Nikko Maru on Friday. The theatre will be closed during the summer months. Upon his return, Mr Stephenson will open his theatre with entirely new talent. He also intends to provide other…

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1912-09-18
Summary:

Mr. R. Stephenson, manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is back to Hongkong and bring two lady artistes, Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer back to the theatre. Mr. Stephenson informs us that the great improvements are being made in the hall and stage. The stage is to be extended right…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-18
Summary:

Mr. Bob Stephenson, the popular manager of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, arrived in the colony from Australia. Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer are going to perform at the theatre. The former has also a good selection of picture songs. The 28th of September has been announced as the opening…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-09-24
Summary:

The Bijou Theatre was re-opened last night by Mr. R. Stephenson, the manager. Miss Gladys Spencer and Miss Ada Rowley quite captured the great audiences. The most recent films were provided.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-09-24
Summary:

After renovation during the summer months, the natty little Scenic Theatre in Wyndham Street was re-opened last night under the happiest auspices. Many minor improvements had been effected, conducing to the comfort of patrons. Manager Stephenson succeeded in fixing on the opening night at an…

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-05
Summary:

At the Bijou Theatre, one can witness entertaining pictures and be charmed by the singing of the Misses Spencer and Rowley. The programme was presented by Mr. Stephenson.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-05
Summary:

On Friday, October 11, a grand variety entertainment will take place at the Victoria Theatre. The band of the Yorkshires, and also the Orient string band will be in attendance, and the artistes will include Mr. R. Stephenson, Miss Ada Rowley and Miss Gladys Spencer (by the courtesy of the…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-07
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson is offering an excellent programme at the Bijou. Miss Gladys Spencer's songs and dances were novel. Miss Ada Rowley introduced a picture song, entitled 'Lovelight,' during the singing of which a series of Eastern pictures was thrown on the screen. The films…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria Theatre was filled to the doors last night by a highly appreciative audience, the occasion being a special variety entertainment in compliment to Mr. J. Blake, the popular night manager. The programme was a long one, including the performances offered by Bimbo Drake, Mr. Bob…

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Headline: Benefit Night
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-12
Summary:

The Victoria cinematograph was packed last night, the occasion being a benefit performance to the popular manager, Mr. Blake. There was a full programme, and every item was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the manager of the Bijou Scenic theatre, kindly assisted with the programme, as…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-19
Summary:

The Ministering Children's League's bazaar and fancy fete are to be held this afternoon on the Volunteer Parade Ground. The cinematograph which is kindly being provided by Mr. R. H. Stephenson will undoubtedly attract grown-ups as well as children.

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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: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1912-10-21
Summary:

Beautiful weather favoured the fancy fete in connection with the Ministering Children's League. The Entertainments: The entertainments this year were on a more lavish scale than in former years. It included a cinematograph exhibition, kindly given by Mr. R. H. Stephenson of the Bijou…

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Headline: Bijou Theatre
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-21
Summary:

Mr. Bob Stephenson's new programme at the Bijou is a remarkably attractive one. With the exception of the film 'The Fickle Maid,' which represents a tragedy of the Breton coast, all the pictures are full of rollicking fun. Miss Gladys and Miss Dellie Connor sang beautiful songs…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1912-11-26
Summary:

A large audience assembled at the Victoria Theatre last night to give a send-off to Verne and Smith and the two Franklins, who are returning home after a lengthy and successful tour in the Orient. An excellent programme was gone through by Misses Connor and Porter from the Bijou, by courtesy of…