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Number 181. February 22, 2008.
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Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,
ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS), announces the following breaking news.
**** SHADOWGRAM PREMIERE ANNOUNCEMENT:
JONATHAN FRID TO JOIN DARK SHADOWS RESURRECTED EVENT -
THIS SUMMER IN BURBANK, CALIFORNIA
The Dark Shadows Festival Presents DARK SHADOWS RESURRECTED, to be held the weekend of July 18, 19 & 20, 2008, at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505-1019.
Call the hotel directly at 818-843-6000 for discount hotel room rates. You must mention "Dark Shadows" to receive the reduced rate.
GUESTS
Extra Special Guest: JONATHAN FRID
Also presently confirmed to appear in person: LARA PARKER, JOHN KARLEN, KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT, JERRY LACY, MARIE WALLACE, CHRIS PENNOCK, ROBERT RODAN, ROBERT COBERT, and SY TOMASHOFF. Other guests to be announced.
ACTIVITIES
--- Cast Reunion & Autographs
--- Jonathan Frid - Dramatic Readings
--- Question & Answer Sessions With The Stars
--- Original DS Actors Perform Unproduced 1968 Lost Episode
--- The Best Of Barnabas Retrospective
--- Panel Discussion About The New Johnny Depp DS Movie
--- Merchandise Sale
--- Memorabilia Auction
--- Rare Screenings
--- Costume Gala
--- Contests & More!
BANQUET WITH THE STARS
On Sunday, July 20, join the DS stars for a celebratory banquet dinner at 7:00pm in the Marriott ballroom. We will have a delicious three-course meal, followed by door prizes and after-dinner entertainment. Each banquet attendee also will receive a commemorative autographed photograph of Barnabas Collins, which will be personalized by Jonathan Frid.
The price of the banquet WILL BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY. Reservations will be required through the DS Festival.
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Marriott Burbank Airport & Convention Center is conveniently located across the street from the Burbank (Bob Hope) Airport. It is just 13 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles, 4 miles from the attractions of Hollywood, and 10 minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood.
Please call the hotel directly at 818-843-6000 for sleeping room reservations. Remember to mention "Dark Shadows" to receive the reduced room rate. For more information, go to: www.marriottburbankairport.com
Please note that the hotel will fill up fast. In fact, the Dark Shadows room block was full but the hotel has just released more rooms for availability now. When those are gone, fans will need to stay in other nearby hotels.
When the Marriott is sold out, please contact the following nearby hotels for sleeping rooms:
Ramada Burbank (www.ramadaburbank.com) 818-843-5955.
Extended Stay America (www.extendedstayamerica.com) 818-567-0952.
Quality Inn Burbank (www.qualityinn.com) 818-848-1680.
VOLUNTEERS & ROOMMATES
Help at the DS Celebration and attend a private party with DS stars. Please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Nina Johnson, 411 Victoria Dr., Columbia, MO 65201 or email: DS_Volunteers@hotmail.com.
If you're looking for hotel roommates, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Pam Jarman, P.O. Box 45674, Los Angeles, CA 90045 or email: PLJarman@hotmail.com
DARK SHADOWS RESURRECTED WEEKEND MEMBERSHIP RATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY
The ShadowGram Official Online Dark Shadows News Updates List will announce all Festival rates and provide regular e-mail updates with premiere announcements. Full information will be in upcoming SG print issues, including the new SG #112.
For advance information, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Dark Shadows, P.O. Box 92, Maplewood, NJ 07040.
A general postal mailing is expected to go out to DS fans later in March.
Please note that Jonathan Frid will only be appearing on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20, and that his autograph will only be available to those attending the banquet.
The Fest website www.darkshadowsfestival.com should be updated soon.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, JULY 18
3:00pm Registration Opens
6:00 Opening Announcements
6:30 ABC-TV Dark Shadows Episode with original commercials
7:00 Adam & Eve Together Again - Guests: Marie Wallace & Robert Rodan
7:45 Willie Remembers - Guest: John Karlen
8:30 A Visit With Angelique & Josette - Guests: Lara Parker & Kathryn Leigh Scott
9:15 Dark Shadows 2004 - The Lost TV Pilot
10:00 Skit I
10:30 Movie: House Of Dark Shadows
12:00am Movie: Dan Curtis' The Norliss Tapes
SATURDAY, JULY 19
11:00am DS Fan Videos/DS Music Videos
11:30 Dark Shadows In The Media
12:00 DS Video Vault: Joan Bennett on The Governor & J.J. (1970)
12:30 Dark Shadows Influences Video Tribute
1:00 Designing Shadows - Guest: Sy Tomashoff
1:30 The Music Of DS - Guest: Bob Cobert
2:00 DS Memorabilia Auction I
3:00 New DS Movie Discussion
3:30 DS Cast Reunion
4:30 The Best Of Barnabas - Guest: Jonathan Frid
6:00 Dark Shadows Rarities
7:00 Restoring Night Of Dark Shadows Highlights
7:30 Costume Gala/Skit II
9:00 Movie: Night Of Dark Shadows
11:00 Late Night Horror Classics
SUNDAY, JULY 20
11:00am Dark Shadows Fan Panel
11:30 Dark Shadows Today
12:00 The World Of Parallel Time
12:30 Guest: Kathryn Leigh Scott
1:00 Guest: Lara Parker
1:30 The Many Faces Of Trask - Guest: Jerry Lacy
2:00 DS Memorabilia Auction II
3:00 Dark Shadows - Lost 1968 Script On Stage with The Actors
4:00 Jonathan Frid Dramatic Performance / Q&A Session
6:00 Final Autographs
7:00 Banquet Dinner With The Stars (By Advance Reservation Only)
Note:
Schedule and times are approximate and subject to change.
Guest appearances are subject to professional and personal commitments.
**** All fans attending the Fest are invited and encouraged to send their photos and reports to ShadowGram to be included in future SG print issues. In this way, fans who cannot attend (or who want to enjoy the weekend again) can share the event through your experiences. A complimentary Contributor's Copy SG published issue is given in appreciation for major contributions. Please send all materials to SG's e- or postal- mail addresses:
ShadowGram@aol.com
Marcy Robin
ShadowGram
P.O. Box 1766
Temple City, CA 91780-7766
**** Please Note: The new SG #112 edition of ShadowGram, The Official DS Newsletter & News Source, will be ready for all postal-mail subscribers very soon.
This SG #112 print issue will include confirmed detailed plans for the 2008 Fest in Burbank and information about the new DS film with Johnny Depp. There is extensive news directly from and about the DS cast/crew and their many projects, roles, and activities, including Ben Cross (1991 DS Barnabas) playing young Spock's father "Sarek" in the new "Star Trek" #11 movie. David Selby (Quentin) has a new book out and was a featured actor in the HBO series "Tell Me You Love Me" and a recent "Cold Case" episode. SG #112 also spotlights the 2007 DS Festival with many photos and details. This exciting event for DS guests and fans was notable for marking the return of Jonathan Frid (Barnabas) to the annual Fest gatherings after a 13-year absence. The new SG #112 print issue will feature all these and much more.
This Updates List will announce when the postal-mail SG newsletter is being published and mailed.
Subscription information for the ShadowGram Newsletter print issues follows. When your order arrives, I will send you the new SG #112 to start / renew your subscription. Subsequent issues will be sent to postal-mail subscribers as they are published..
Thank you.
Marcy Robin
ShadowGram Editor / Publisher
Marcy Robin
P.O. Box 1766
Temple City, CA 91780-7766
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I am so excited about this lineup! I didn't think Jonathan Frid would go to another festival after last year. Of course, last year's was so heartwarming, and I was so grateful to be able to finally see him since I'd never attended the festivals he'd participated in years ago. It should be a fun time for all of us, and I can't wait. [snow_grin]
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Interesting that Selby's name isn't listed yet. Considering that this is Quentin's 40th Anniversary year, it would be a real shame if he doesn't attend...
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Interesting that Selby's name isn't listed yet. Considering that this is Quentin's 40th Anniversary year, it would be a real shame if he doesn't attend...
He might be working on his HBO show and can't be with us that weekend.
I like that they're trying to start the banquet earlier than they used it. It always seemed to end so late and made it hard for everyone who had early flights the next day to enjoy one last night with friends.
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Please, what is this "lost 1968 script"?
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According to The Dark Shadows Almanac, there were four preliminary scripts from 1968 that were never produced. The book says, though, that some of the material in those scripts was utilized in the actual produced episodes. In order, they were episodes 628 through 631. All took place during the Adam/Eve storyline wherein Angelique was a vampire. As for which episode will be re-enacted during the festival, we'll have to see. I'm assuming these are the episodes they're talking about.
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All took place during the Adam/Eve storyline
That explains why they were lost. [snow_wink]
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Woo-Hoo!! Good times are to be had by ALL!!!!! [snow_bigglass]
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Hurray! [crowdhappy] This is exciting news, (and I'm very impressed that they already have a tentative schedule prepared)!
ProfStokes
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This is great news! [clap2] Yes, indeed, it would be a shame if David Selby couldn't attend, especially since it Quentin's 40th Anniversary year. [sadg] But, it's great that Jonathan Frid will be there! [cheer]
----- Sally -----
[coolg] [hippy2]
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.....but no ROGER DAVIS??
....it would be a total waste of time....
[91a2]
Patti
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12:00 DS Video Vault: Joan Bennett on The Governor & J.J. (1970)
Uh...duh...what does this mean please?
Thanks,
Patti
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The Governor & J.J.
I forgot about that show. I didn't watch it, maybe that's why.
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I watched The Governor and J. J. frequently but must have missed Miss Bennett's appearance on it. Of course, I last saw it IN 1970, so ...
G.
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Regarding these untaped scripts: another reason why they weren't used may have to do with the offscreen pregnancy of Alexandra Moltke. These episodes were right around the time Alexandra left the show in November 1968. Her last show was #627 which aired 11/19/68. The character of 'Eve" had been killed in the previous episode, and we last see Alexandra's Vicki on the Collinwood stairs with Julia Hoffman discussing the murder. From what we know of the unused scripts, they also cover Eve's murder and the introduction of Chris and Amy. However, it seems that the events in the finished shows seemed accelerated compared to the synopses to the unused scripts as shown in The Dark Shadows Almanac.
I think that since Alexandra's demand to given release from her contact due to her pregnancy must have forced the writers to do quick rewrites to 'speed up' to storyline to get rid of eithetr the actress or the character (perhaps both!). As Betsy Durkin has revealed recently, her hiring as Alexandra's replacement was rather quick- Curtis was desperate for an actress who could do the part at a moment's notice. The fact that two episodes were taped out of sequence and held back until a replacement was found for Alexandra proves this. Betsy Durkin first appears in Show# 630 which was taped on 11/19 (ironically, the very day Alexandra's last show aired on ABC), and was aired only three days later! Meanwhile, Shows# 631 and 632 had already been taped BEFORE #630, so the production staff was determined to keep the show going while a replacement for Alexandra was sought. True, Betsy really didn't resemble Alexandra, but given the circumstances, she did the best she could, and in appreciation of her appearances at recent DS Festivals, I'd like to say 'thanks'.
Unfortunately, unless I win a lottery or find out I'm related to the Trumps, I won't be at LA this summer. I wish the actors best of luck in acting out a 'lost' episode.
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I caught Joan's appearanceon the Governor and JJ. She played a character named Joan Darlene Delaney and wore the outfit that she wore on the HODS poster. Joan DD operated the Harbor Hill House, I think. It wasn't a restaurant, though. It was a bordello!
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Welcome, stuffy uncle Roger!
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Welcome, Uncle Roger!
"Lost 1968 Script"/"Lost Episode" and "The Lost TV pilot"... Um, is it possible to be in possession of something that is lost ?
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Um, is it possible to be in possession of something that is lost ?
If something is lost in the forest and nobody knows that it is lost, is it really lost? [snow_smileydevil]
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[snow_laugh]
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Hmmm...no mention of the rumored 2008 DVD release of HODS and NODS, which was mentioned as the "theme" (along with the possible Depp version of DS) of the 2008 gathering, although there is a segment devoted to the NODS restoration. This could be taken any number of ways. I guess we'll just have to wait and see...
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I'm just happy that there's even going to be a segment on the restoration because that probably means that it's still alive in some form and the initial reports that Warner's only plan is to issue the 97 minute print were possibly premature. Any segment that has the word "highlights" in it can't be all bad...
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Yep. After finding out Jonathan was going to make the trek again this year, I went from deciding that I could not make it to Burbank to making my plane and hotel reservations in less than 24 hours (once my wife gave the o.k. [snow_wink] )
Charles, I hate to hear that you will not be able to make it. I was hoping you would be able to figure out a way. I guess I'll have to find someone else to hang out with this year. I'll take plenty of pics and send you a copy. May be Suzanne will make it and that'll give me one person I already know.
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Joan Bennett as a Madam ... WOW! That, I would love to see. Maybe this show will be one of the vintage series up for DVD release later this year. I know I'm excited about VCI's plans to release Honey West.
I hope that there can finally be a screening this year of Grayson Hall's Playtex commercial to placate members of Her Legion. I know that there must be a copy of it on one of the 1970 DS Master tapes because they contain all the commercials, and the spot was aired more than once during DS.
They'd better plan to repeat the commercial at least once because you know there will be screaming, stampeding in the aisles, etc. as soon as it starts!
All in all, it sounds like a fun Festival. AND, it's all happening in Beautiful Downtown Burbank! Will Ernestine be on the phone lines reminding us that somebody or other is "omnipotent"?
cheers, G.
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HELLO EVERYBODY - HOTEL UPDATE!!!
The rate that DS has secured for us is $139.00/night. However, if you are staying for four nights (like me, I'm getting there the 17th and checking out the 21st) then you can get a special 4-night rate through the internet website for only $126.75/night. So going through the website, provided you are going to do a four night stay, is less expensive than the DS rate.
The Days Inn listed in Shadow gram you can get now for $80.45/night. It appears to be about 14 blocks away from the Marriot so it would be a good walk for some and a cab ride for those who have difficulty walking. I did not check out the other hotel's rates listed in Shadowgram but distance-wise they seem to be the same or farther than Days Inn. I considered the Days Inn but do not know how safe the area is at night and really don't want to have to walk that far back to my room that late at night.
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This all sounds very exciting. Jonathan Frid too! I do hope to attend another festival. I've never met him at one. Great news!
Sally
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I really am stunned that Jonathan is going all the way to CA for this summer's Fest, good for him!! I am so glad I got to Tarrytown last summer as West Coast Fests are realy pretty much out of the question for me.
So at least Jonathan will be able to see John Karlen this year, for those of us who were sorry JK did not come to Tarrytown.
Does anyone know if Jonathan will be participating in the 1968 episode reinactment?? THAT would be neat, and would probably what a lack the other onstage reinactments have been for us fans of his.
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Does anyone know if Jonathan will be participating in the 1968 episode reinactment?? THAT would be neat, and would probably what a lack the other onstage reinactments have been for us fans of his.
If it's one of the 1968 eps that we're thinking of, and if Frid were to appear, it would have to be as a character other than Barnabas because Barn doesn't appear in any of the four episodes.
With RD supposedly not attending, Frid could play Jeff Clark. Now THAT would be a sight to see!
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Thanks for the clarification, MB. No, I don't think we want JF playing anyone else besides Barnabas or Bramwell...
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I was severely on the fence about going to this fest, but after the recent news I'm swayed to one side more than the other. Only problem is that I've got to find someone to go with me, because Mother won't do plane travel. And it's just no fun going alone. Not to mention the fact that I wanted to go on a European cruise this summer as well, and the fest is right in the middle of my cruise I wanted to book! Dammnit! lol
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...problem is that I've got to find someone to go with me, because Mother won't do plane travel. And it's just no fun going alone.
I went alone to the '06 fest, and had the time of my life. Met many incredibly cool people, even met you and your Mother there! If you have to go alone, go alone I say! It's much better than not going at all, you'll have a blast -
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So happy to see such a wonderful lineup - I can't wait! I really hope David Selby will be able to make it too.
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...problem is that I've got to find someone to go with me, because Mother won't do plane travel. And it's just no fun going alone.
I went alone to the '06 fest, and had the time of my life. Met many incredibly cool people, even met you and your Mother there! If you have to go alone, go alone I say! It's much better than not going at all, you'll have a blast -
I second that - I went alone to the Tarrytown fest in '04. Except for some business trips years ago, I don't travel alone either. I admit I was a little hesitant but I really had a great time. I had a chance to say hello to several people from the board and also enjoyed some rare solitude (especially enjoyed wandering around the Lyndhurst estate and being able to come and go as I pleased.) So go ahead - get a room with big king sized bed, kick back and relax, order room service if the mood strikes you...but, don't miss out on this one because it sounds like it's going to be great!
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I would add that being by yourself forces you to make new friends, especially at a DS fest where we all have one main thing in common.
Sally
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Oh, I don't know, Brandon - I frequently travel alone to events/functions no one else I know has any interest in and I have managed to enjoy myself quite a bit. Put your name or screen name on your badge in big letters and I bet you will get stopped by people on this board who will introduce themselves to you.
I went to Ireland by myself when I was 22 years old for two weeks and had the time of my life. I met plenty of other people I wound up hanging out with.
Nancy
I was severely on the fence about going to this fest, but after the recent news I'm swayed to one side more than the other. Only problem is that I've got to find someone to go with me, because Mother won't do plane travel.
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Though JF is a very good mimic (can do great impressions of people) he tends to not do that publicly. [snow_laugh] And no, as of now he won't be involved in that reading.
Nancy
Thanks for the clarification, MB. No, I don't think we want JF playing anyone else besides Barnabas or Bramwell...
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Thanks to those who have reassured that traveling alone is just fine! I'm sure it it, but I've never done it before. But, I guess you've got to take the leap sometime or another! And there is a great line up of events this year. Maybe I'll go do some pricing and see what it'll cost me to fly out for a few days.
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There you go Brandon. Believe me,you'll have fun. I've met a few of the people on this board at past fest,although they didn't know I was Elmont. When you meet a cousin at the fest I've found that they're easy to talk to. Take that leap bro.
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as of now he won't be involved in that reading
Oh, well. The Fest is the lesser for Frid not playing Jeff. [snow_sad]
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Thanks to those who have reassured that traveling alone is just fine! I'm sure it it, but I've never done it before. But, I guess you've got to take the leap sometime or another! And there is a great line up of events this year. Maybe I'll go do some pricing and see what it'll cost me to fly out for a few days.
Hey Brandon,
Don't know if you are looking for someone to hang with, hold places in line, save chairs during the events and such but I will be there alone too (my wife is not into DS). I met Charles Ellis in Tarrytown in August and we hung out together during the weekend and had a blast. And it was great to have someone hold place in the long lines with the waiting times for bathroom trips, etc.
Let me know if you are interested.
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Thanks for the offer! I'll let you know if I'm gonna take you up on it or not. I still need to decide what I'm doing! LOL. (I am NOTORIOUSLY indecisive)
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I'm hoping to go and will also be there alone, if I do. Maybe we can all hang out together.
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Wow! [snow_cheesy]
This is a good line up. Diane and I may reconsider sitting this year out after all. Flying to LA from Virginia is well, not as much fun these days but what i really missed about last year's show is seeing Jonathan and John Karlen together.
BTW, I know Jonathan does not plan on being in the 1968 recreation, but wouldn't he make a fine Nicholas Blair [snow_wink]
Hope everyone is doing well.
Michael [snow_ghost]
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I do hope Jonathan reconsiders and is part of the 1968 show. The place would be ecstatic!
Sally
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Interesting that Selby's name isn't listed yet. Considering that this is Quentin's 40th Anniversary year, it would be a real shame if he doesn't attend...
I am told that Selby's schedule is too up in the air to allow him to commit to attending the Fest at this time.
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I am told that Selby's schedule is too up in the air to allow him to commit to attending the Fest at this time.
I still think it would be a real shame if he can't attend. But if he can't, at least it would be because he has so much going on in his career, and that's certainly never a bad thing.