SHADOWGRAM UPDATE # 432
Friday, January 24, 2020
 
-- JOHN KARLEN MEMORIAL -- CELEBRATION OF LIFE
-- LARA PARKER AT THE HOLLYWOOD SHOW
 
 
JOHN KARLEN MEMORIAL – CELEBRATION OF LIFE
 
As news of John's passing yesterday has spread, the outpouring of affection and appreciation has been overwhelming.  Dozens of online outlets have reported the news, including the Associated Press, Variety, Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, Entertainment Tonight, People, Entertainment Weekly, Closer Magazine, MeTV, the Los Angeles Times and many more.
 
Tributes have been posted by hundreds of fans from all over the world and from John's co-stars including Lara Parker, David Selby, Kathryn Leigh Scott, and Marie Wallace. It is clear that the millions of viewers who enjoyed John's work with Dark Shadows, "Cagney & Lacey" and other projects felt a strong and lasting impression. John's ability to connect with audiences with performances that were authentic, believable and emotional was his greatest strength. The warmth and humor he shared as a longtime attendee at Dark Shadows Festivals and related events further solidified his place as a favorite among fans.
 
John Karlen's life and artistic legacy will be celebrated with a public memorial open to everyone which will be held later this spring in the Los Angeles area at a date and location to be announced. ShadowGram will relay details as soon as they become available.
 
LARA PARKER AT THE HOLLYWOOD SHOW
 
The long-running celebrity autograph convention entitled "The Hollywood Show" returns to the Burbank, California Marriott Hotel for its next gathering on Friday, January 31 and Saturday, February 1.
 
Lara Parker, who missed joining other DS actors at the October 2018 event, which included the sneak-peek preview of "The Master of Dark Shadows" documentary, will be attending The Hollywood Show along with her actress friend Diane Salinger of "Pee Wee's Big Adventure" and "Salem" fame.
 
For those who would like to meet with Lara, receive an autograph picture or take a photograph with her, she will be at the Hollywood Show from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm on January 31 and from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm on February 1.
 
Other attendees will include Robert Wagner (with whom Lara appeared in three episodes of the series "Switch"), Stefanie Powers, Ed Asner, Delta Burke, Lorenzo Lamas and Kelly Hu, who played Julia Hoffman in the 2004 DS pilot.
 
The Hollywood Show
Los Angeles Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel
2500 North Hollywood Way
Burbank CA 91505
 
For more information, please go to   www.hollywoodshow.com/main.php

Lara Parker is on the guest list for the February 2020 Hollywood Show at the Westin LA Airport Hotel:

February 7th & 8th, 2020 Attendee's List

(Thanks, Kosmo!)

SHADOWGRAM UPDATE  # 427 - TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2019
-- KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT “SEPTEMBER GIRL” COCKTAIL HOUR/BOOK SIGNING
-- DAVID SELBY AND KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT STAR IN INDEPENDENT FILMMAKER ANSEL FARAJ’S NEW FILM “LOON LAKE”.
-- MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF VISITOR SERVICES, SLEEPY HOLLOW CEMETERY
-- CORRECTIONS TO THE SCHEDULE FOR THE SPECIAL DARK SHADOWS EVENT AT THE SLEEPY HOLLOW FILM FESTIVAL – SAT., OCT. 12, TARRYTOWN, NY
 
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---- KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT “SEPTEMBER GIRL” COCKTAIL HOUR/BOOK SIGNING:  OCTOBER 5, HOLLYWOOD, CA
 
KATHRYN (Maggie) shares the following news: Publicity: “Join us on Saturday, October 5 for wine, hors d'oeurves, and a conversation and book signing with author and actress Kathryn Leigh Scott.
 
“September Girl” is a novel about first loves, last loves, second chances—and all of life's messiness in between. Alternating between 1965 and 2000, the past and the present, “September Girl” is a novel about a changing era, the reasons we keep secrets, and whether the life we would have chosen is ever the life we were meant to live.
Saturday, October 5, 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Woman's Club of Hollywood, 1749 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046. 323-876-8383. www.wchollywood.org
 
$20 donation.  Order tickets online here:
 
 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kathryn-leigh-scott-september-girl-cocktail-hour-book-signing-tickets-73620804809?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=october_5_kathryn_leigh_scott_september_girl_cocktail_hour_book_signing&utm_term=2019-09-29
 
KLS: “If you wish to pay at the door, call (323) 876-8383 to reserve your tickets. I'm so delighted our "Happy Hour" book signing will benefit the fabulous Women's Club of Hollywood!”
 
 www.kathrynleighscott.com
 
---- ROUND TOWN PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES THE DIGITAL RELEASE OF THE NEW MINNESOTA FOLK HORROR FEATURE, “LOON LAKE”
 
Publicity: “Acclaimed independent filmmaker Ansel Faraj, the writer/director behind Doctor Mabuse and The Last Case of August T. Harrison, has partnered with Round Town Productions on Loon Lake, which debuted exclusively on Amazon Video on September 26 from distributor Indie Rights. The folk-horror thriller, inspired by the legend of the “Witch of Loon Lake,” was shot entirely on location in Minnesota.”
 
Summary: “Eager to escape the grief of a recent tragedy, Louis Olsen travels to southwest Minnesota, seeking the peace of the rural countryside. When he accidentally disturbs the grave of the small town’s alleged ‘witch,’ what began as a peaceful reprieve unravels into a haunting nightmare from which Louis cannot escape. Weaving between past and present, truth and fiction, reality and nightmare, Loon Lake is a suspenseful and atmospheric thriller.
 
“David Selby (Dark Shadows, Falcon Crest, The Social Network) stars in a compelling dual role as 1880’s Pastor Owen Janson, the conflicted community leader torn between temptation and righteousness, and as the Pastor’s great-grandson Emery Janson, a present-day farmer who bears the burden of his forefather’s sins. Starring opposite Selby as Louis Olsen, a man driven to the brink of madness by grief, is the film’s co-writer Nathan Wilson (Will & Liz, Doctor Mabuse). Kelly Kitko (Devil’s Domain, Halloween Pussy Trap: Kill! Kill!) portrays Mary Jane Terlinden, the villager accused of witchcraft by Pastor Janson who returns to avenge her death; and Kathryn Leigh Scott (Dark Shadows, The Great Gatsby) guest stars as Pastor Janson’s resolute wife Lena.”
 
 For more information, please visit www.hollinsworthproductions.com
 
Amazon link:  https://www.amazon.com/Loon-Lake-David-Selby/dp/B07Y9964HJ/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=loon+lake+2019&qid=1569538332&sr=8-2
 
Regarding pricing and access: “The film is hosted on Amazon Prime Video “On Demand.” The rental fee is $3.99 for HD or $2.99 for SD. The film may also be purchased for digital download at $10.99 HD or $9.99 SD. A Special Edition Blu-ray is planned for early 2020.
 
A message from Ansel Faraj:
“To all my Dark Shadows friends and extended family: So many of you have stuck with my work from the first Doctor Mabuse (2013) when I was only 20 – and have seen my progression both artistically and technically; you fans accepted me and my work – Thank you, guys, for all the encouragement and support. With this film I want to give you a mind-bending ride in return.
 
“This film was truly a labor of love for us all, it was self-financed on a very miniscule budget – fully independent and handcrafted by myself and my two partners in the production, Nathan Wilson (who grew up with this story), and Kelly Kitko – the three of us were the full studio, production crew, and post-production team. Last September, we drove from Los Angeles to Round Lake, MN, towing a U-Haul filled with all sorts of creepy props, wardrobe, and camera gear; taking over a small town (who were only too happy to host us), and running rampant with David Selby (and Kathryn too!)
 
“We’ve worked hard to give you a good spooky film for the Halloween season; and if you enjoy it, please give us a brief review on Amazon - it truly helps - and tell your friends!
 
“In addition - Here are my earlier productions featuring DS alums Kathryn Leigh Scott, Lara Parker, Jerry Lacy, Christopher Pennock, and Lisa Richards, which are available to purchase on DVD from Oldies.com
 
 THE DOCTOR MABUSE COLLECTION
https://www.oldies.com/product-view/1097D.html
 
THE LAST CASE OF AUGUST T HARRISON
https://www.oldies.com/product-view/1105D.html
 
THEATRE FANTASTIQUE (The Complete Series)
https://www.oldies.com/product-view/1107D.html
 
THE NIGHT TIME WINDS
https://www.oldies.com/product-view/1109D.html
 
Ansel adds: “As a bonus film – a non-Dark Shadows, non-horror film - my film WILL & LIZ - a love story set in colorful Venice Beach - is streaming for free on Amazon Prime, as I know there are many romance fans within the DS community. It can be accessed here:
 
 https://www.amazon.com/Will-Liz-Nathan-Wilson/dp/B07CS58NC4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=ansel+faraj&qid=1569737261&sr=8-1
 
“I hope you all enjoy LOON LAKE!”
 
---- A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF VISITOR SERVICES, SLEEPY HOLLOW CEMETERY:
 
Christina Orban-La Salle, Director, Visitor Services and Sales, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, 540 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591, reports that: “Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is mentioned at the end of the (SHADOWGRAM) newsletter as a place fans might want to visit.”  She recommends their Original Knickerbocker Tour that runs on both October 12th and 13th from 11:00 a.m. - 12 noon and also 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.  DS fans love getting to go inside the Receiving Vault, which appears in the 1970 movie "House of Dark Shadows." Coming on this tour is the only way to go inside the Receiving Vault.
 
 https://www.showclix.com/event/the-original-knickerbocker-2019
 
---- CORRECTIONS TO THE SCHEDULE FOR THE SPECIAL DARK SHADOWS EVENT AT SLEEPY HOLLOW FILM FESTIVAL - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, IN TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK:  Kathryn Leigh Scott’s Discussion/Q&A with Jim Pierson and Mary O’Leary will begin at 3:00 p.m., not 2:00 pm, as previously reported in SG Update # 426.
 
“Dark Shadows: Behind The Screams w/ House of Dark Shadows”, Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at the Tarrytown Music Hall Tarrytown, NY
 
Tickets for the special Dark Shadows event are available for purchase here:
 
https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=2345
 
Reminder:  Fans are on their own to visit Lyndhurst and Sleepy Hollow Cemetery during daytime hours, just five minutes from the Music Hall

Beginning Oct. 14, Cagney & Lacey will air weekdays on START TV at 5 pm (ET, PT)/4 pm CT.  John Karlen co-starred in the 1st thru 7th seasons, winning an Emmy in 1986 for the role. (His ex had a small part in an episode.)  Guest stars from DS include KLS, Chris Pennock, Gail Strickland, and Julianna McCarthy.

No indication yet if it will kick off with Season 1 or skip it.