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: 1902-02-15 - 1902-02-29
Summary:

The latest pictures and popular artistes. Pathe Freres gazette, 'Gaumont Graphic.' Every evening at 9:15 p.m. Performance by Miss Eileen Murray. Pictures only at 7:15 p.m.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-11-23
Summary:

The Bijou Scenic Theatre is securing an excellent artiste, who has a reputation for singing.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-01
Summary:

Mr. R. H. Stephenson is sparing no efforts to make his new enterprise a success in every way. In addition to the interesting films nightly thrown on the screen, which are all new to the Colony, the popular comedian has secured the services of two clever lady artistes – Miss Carrington and Miss…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-08
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, the comedienne from Shanghai, makes her initial appearance tonight. Mr. R. H. Stephenson and Miss Carrington's songs are well received. The pictures are extremely good and new to the Colony.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-08
Summary:

Miss Vera Ferrace, a new artiste for the Bijou Cinematograph, arrived yesterday.

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

New pictures and new artists should now make the Bijou Cinematograph Theatre a decided draw, including Miss Carrington and Miss Vera Ferrace.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-10 - 1910-12-13
Summary:

Every night at 7.00 and 9.00 o'clock; matinees Saturdays, at 4 p.m.; World pictures; vaudeville performances by Miss Vera Ferrace, a brilliant star artist, and Mr. Donald Harvey, the celebrated one-string violinist of England at 9 p.m.; 7 p.m. 50, 30, and 20 cents; 9 p.m. $1.00, 70 and 40…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-14 - 1910-02-20
Summary:

Every night at 7.00 and 9.00 o'clock; matinees Saturdays, at 4 p.m.; World pictures; 2 new artists at 9 p.m., Miss Mae Montgomery, Mr. Chas. Castleman and Miss Vera Ferrace; New song, new pictures and new sketches; 7 p.m. 50, 30, and 20 cents; 9 p.m. $1.00, 70 and 40 cents.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1910-12-21 - 1910-12-30
Summary:

Every night at 7.00 and 9.00 o'clock; matinees Saturdays, at 4 p.m.; World pictures; 2 new artists at 9 p.m., Miss Vera Ferrace and Mr. R. H. Stephenson. New songs, new pictures, and new sketches; 7 p.m. 50, 30, and 20 cents; 9 p.m. $1.00, 70 and 40 cents.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-07 - 1911-01-14
Summary:

Cinematograph & vaudeville every evening at 7 and 9 p.m. Miss Vera Ferrace and Miss Ruby Crystal, 2 brilliant star artists, and the Biorama; 7 p.m. 50, 30 and 20 cents (children half-price to all parts); 9 p.m. full programme $1.0, 70 and 40 cents; matinees on every Saturday and Sunday at 4…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-01-10
Summary:

A material addition has been made at the Bijou Scenic Theatre in the matter of artistes, by the engagement of Miss Ruby Crystal. She at present appears nightly with Miss Vera Ferrace.

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Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-02-02 - 1911-03-23
Summary:

(Flower Street) Every evening at 7 to 9:15 p.m. The latest pictures, 'Cinematograph d' Elite' with best artistes. Matinees every Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-02-03 - 1911-03-09
Summary:

Cinematograph and vaudeville every evening at 7 and 9.15 p.m. The latest pictures 'Pictureland' and the best artists; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-02-06
Summary:

There was a large attendance at the Bijou Scenic Theatre on Saturday. All the artistes were up to the usual high-class standard.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-02-08 - 1912-03-08
Summary:

Every evening at 7 p.m. and 9.15 p.m., cinematograph d'elite, the latest pictures with the best artists; matinees every Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m., 50, 30 and 20 cents, children half-price to all parts.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-03-10
Summary:

The Bijou Cinematograph is maintaining its standard of excellence. A feature of the present programme is an amusing sketch in which four artistes take part.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-03-11
Summary:

A good programme will be presented at the Bijou Theatre tonight. An entirely new set of pictures will be put on while the four artistes will sing new songs and perform new dances.

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-04-03 - 1911-04-06
Summary:

The latest pictures; the best artists; a programme to suit all tastes; sports in the Indian Army: 'The Postmistress' and 'When the Shoe Pinches' by the Max Linder.

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Headline: The Bijou
Newspaper Source: The China Mail
Publication Date: 1911-04-15
Summary:

A capital sacred programme was presented at the Bijou Scenic Theatre on Friday night when there was a very large attendance. 'The Life and Passion of Christ' was given in a series of excellent pictures which were greatly appreciated. A good programme is also billed for tonight when a…

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Newspaper Source: Hong Kong Telegraph
Publication Date: 1911-04-29 - 1911-05-05
Summary:

Cinematograph Vaudeville, the lastest pictures with popular artists, the only place to pass an enjoyable evening; performance by Grace Wilson; see handbills for popular prices.