A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
Displaying 1 - 20 of 1625
1
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-11-16 - 1910-11-18
Summary:

Pictorial and musical entertainment tonight under the direction of Mr. Robert Stephenson

2
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-11-12 - 1910-11-15
Summary:

Pictorial and musical entertainment on the opening night (16th Novemeber) under the direction of Mr. Robert Stephenson

3
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-11-01 - 1910-11-11
Summary:

Open shortly with a high-class pictorial, dramatic, and musical entertainment under the direction of Mr. Robert Stephenson (lately stage manager, Dallas' and Bandmann's Opera Companies)

4
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-10-24 - 1910-10-29
Summary:

The opening of the Bijou Scenic Theatre (Flower Street) with the latest London and Paris Pictures under the direction of Mr. Robert Stephenson (lately stage manager, Dallas' and Bandmann's Opera Companies)

5
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1913-05-03
Summary:

A variety entertainment was given at the Bijou last night, the occasion being a complimentary benefit to Mr. Stephenson. Mr. Stephenson and Miss Violet Bonnetta sang songs. Mr. Gonzalez's violin solo was equally a success. Miss Freda Ardea gave dancing turn which met with great applause.…

6
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.

7
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1920-11-20
Summary:

There are many in Hongkong who will regret to learn of the death at Launceston, Tasmania, on 19th October last, of Mr. Robert H. Stephenson. Mr. Stephenson, who would be about fifty years of age, came to Hongkong originally with the Bandman Opera Company, and after several tours settled down in…

8
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…

9
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-02
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre continues to be well patronised. Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Robert Stephenson continue to perform.

10
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-06-03
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson, the late manager of the Bijou Theatre, leaves for Australia on Wednesday.

11
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…

12
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-03-20
Summary:

New pictures are being shown at the Bijou Scenic Theatre. Miss Grace Vyveene, Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. Robert Stephenson give pleasing shows.

13
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-21 - 1910-12-30
Summary:

Changing pictures twice weekly; Vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferrace, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

14
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1913-05-01
Summary:

Mr. J. H. Stephenson [sic], manager and lessee of the Bijou Scenic Theatre, is taking a benefit tomorrow evening. A specially attractive programme will be presented.

15
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-11-12
Summary:

The opening date of the Bijou Scenic Theatre in Wellington Street is announced for Wednesday, being deferred for a day out of deference to the Bedford Relief Fund entertainment at the circus. The show is to be run by Mr. R. H. Stephenson. Mr. Stephenson promises a high-class pictorial, dramatic…

16
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-31 - 1911-01-06
Summary:

Changing pictures twice weekly; Performance by Miss Vera Ferrace, Mr. R. H. Stephenson and the biorama cinematograph; Price details included

17
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-27
Summary:

The Christmas entertainments at the Bijou Cinematograph including a performance by Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. R. H. Stephenson, and excellent films. The programme will be repeated tonight and tomorrow night.

18
Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-04
Summary:

Miss Ruby Crystal will once again perform in Bijou Scenic Theatre. She will appear in double turns with Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. R. H. Stephenson.

19
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-10 - 1910-12-13
Summary:

Changing pictures twice weekly; Vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferace, Mr. Donald Harvey, Mr. R. H. Stephenson; Price details included

20
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…