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Number 176.  September 12, 2007.

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Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,

ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS), announces the following breaking news.


**** HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED -
2008 DS FESTIVAL - BURBANK, CA - JULY 18-20, 2008

SG Online Update #175 (Sept. 3) announced early information about the 2008 DS Festival's "DS Resurrected" event at the Burbank Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, July 18-20, 2008.

The Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center is located at 2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank, California 91505. 1-818-843-6000.

The hotel is located directly across the street from the Burbank/Glendale/Pasadena (Bob Hope) Airport (BUR), which is served by major airlines that travel across the US and beyond.

SG will announce and Fest update programming, guests, membership rates, and other information as these plans are finalized.

--- SG Premiere Announcement:

The hotel now is taking sleeping room reservations for the event. There is a limited number of rooms at the special reduced rate of $129 (+ tax) per night. You may reserve via phone or online, but you must mention "Dark Shadows" to receive this rate. Fans are advised to make their complete hotel and travel arrangements well in advance.

PHONE Reservations: 1-818-843-6000 (Ask for Reservations Department).

ONLINE Reservations: "Cut and paste either of the links below and include with your electronic correspondence to facilitate the reservation process. You will be directed to the property's home page with the code already entered in the appropriate field. Then enter your arrival date to begin the reservation process." Remember you must mention "Dark Shadows" when making your reservation to receive the special room rate.

Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel & Convention Center:

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/burap?groupCode=dswdswa&app=resvlink&&http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/burap?groupCode=dswdswa&app=resvlink

http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/burap?groupCode=dswdswa&app=resvlink

The hotel provides free shuttle service to and from Burbank/Glendale/Pasadena Airport (directly across the street).

On-site parking is available for $4 per hour or $14 per day.

--- Nearby scenic, historic, and tourist attractions include:
(Distance range up to approximately 15 miles):

Universal Studios Hollywood & Entertainment Center
Universal City Walk (featuring shopping, restaurants, and more)

Griffith Park - featuring, among other unique attractions:
Los Angeles Zoo
Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
Travel Town

Hollywood & Highland Entertainment Complex

Hollywood Bowl Entertainment Center

Beverly Hills

Pasadena / Old Town Pasadena / Rose Bowl

Dodger Stadium (sporting venue)

LA Theater District - Staples Center - Downtown Los Angeles

Santa Monica Pier / Beach cities

--- Disneyland / Downtown Disney is approximately 45-50 miles to the southeast. Also within that vicinity are a number of Orange County attractions.

--- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 28 miles to the southwest. There are various long-range shuttle van/bus services, taxi cabs, and car rental facilities at LAX to provide transportation to Burbank.

--- Burbank Amtrak Train Station is less than a half-mile west of the Marriott Hotel. Additionally, local Metrolink trains connect with extended rail lines throughout the Southern California region..

--- The hotel has on-site restaurants, lounges, and other facilities and maintains a non-smoking environment.

SG #112 and subsequent print issues will highlight all confirmed plans and other information for the Festival event.

Fans may send a SASE (Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope) to the Fest address. It will be used for the general mass mailing, to be sent after all event details are finalized.
Dark Shadows Festival, P.O. Box 92, Maplewood, NJ 07040.


**** DAVID SELBY ATTENDS OPENING NIGHT OF HIS PLAY "FINAL ASSAULT" - CANTON, OHIO - OCT. 19, 2008

SG #110 print issue announced David's dramatic play "Final Assault" would be staged in Canton, Ohio, this fall. David's wife Chip tells SG "he will meet and greet either before the play or after" the performance on Opening Night - Fri., Oct. 19 - only.

The production is part of the Players Guild Theatre's 76th season and runs through Oct. 27. Performances are on Fri. and Sat. evenings at 8:00 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:30.

Publicity: "Famed for his leading roles on the daytime and nighttime soaps 'Dark Shadows' ((Quentin)) and 'Falcon Crest' ((Richard Channing)), actor David Selby will attend the Oct. 19 opening performance of his play, 'Final Assault,' at the Players Guild's Arena Stage.... Selby's script focuses on the conflict between a coal-mining company and local environmentalists."

SG #110 noted that "Final Assault" - written by David and directed by his son Jamison Todd - had its world premiere in Charleston, WV, in April, 2003. (See SGs #98-99 print issues.) It is an intense, reality-based story of actual coal-mining practices that remove entire mountaintops, destroying natural habitats, animal life, and other resources, and taking a toll on humans as well.

The Players Guild's Arena Stage is at the Players Guild Theatre, 1001 Market Avenue North, Canton, OH 44702. (Located in the Cultural Center for the Arts / next to the Civic Center)

Tickets are $15 for opening night and $10 for other performances. They may be ordered by calling the Box Office at (330) 453-7617 (Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 2 pm).

Website: http://www.playersguildtheatre.com/show_lineup.html

--- All fans attending "Final Assault" are invited to please share local publicity, articles, reviews, media materials, program books, and their photos and reports to help SG readers worldwide enjoy the production through your experience. A Contributor's Copy issue is given in thanks for major input. Please send all materials to SG's e- or postal- mail addresses later in this Update.


**** KATE JACKSON IN REPEAT GAME SHOW APPEARANCE

Kate (Daphne Harridge) plays "Match Game," airing weekdays at 2:30pm the week of Sept. 28 to Oct. 4 on the Game Show Network.


**** MARIE WALLACE SHARES THE 2007 DS FESTIVAL ON HER WEBSITE

SG Online Update #175 briefly reported the Aug. 17-18 Fest convention in Tarrytown, NY, celebrating the 40th Anniversary of JONATHAN FRID's first appearance as "Barnabas." Jonathan delighted our standing-room-only audience with his personal reminscences about DS, a Q&A session, and a riveting presentation of dramatic and humorous readings live onstage and on video. The upcoming SG #112 print issue will feature the convention with pictures and more details.

Marie (Eve, Mad Jenny, Megan Todd) was among our invited DS guests. She has posted some Fest pictures on her official website. She also continues the special offer for her personal memoir, "On Stage & In Shadows." The book features a Foreword by Jonathan and chronicles her fascinating acting career. She autographs the book and includes personally-signed photos for a special single price.

Website: www.mariewallace.com
Marie Wallace, P.O. Box 421, Parkville, NY 12768-0421.


*** All the above news will be expanded and detailed in the coming published SG #112 Official DS Newsletter & News Source.

**** Subscription information for the ShadowGram Newsletter print issues follows. When your order arrives, I will send you the new SG #111 published issue to start your subscription. SG #112 and 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
E-mail: ShadowGram@aol.com

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SHADOWGRAM (SG) is the * Official * "Dark Shadows" Newsletter. Much of its news is provided by the show's personnel and those involved in the 1966-71 TV series, 1991 TV series, and 2004 WB pilot. Established in 1979, SG works directly with individuals, companies, and others involved in DS' creation, distribution, promotion, merchandise, etc.

Regular SG print issues are published throughout the year, with free bonus complimentary breaking-news published updates as needed.

Brief Update bulletins are posted on this ShadowGram Online "Dark Shadows" News Updates List / Marcy Robin's ShadowGram "Dark Shadows" Cyberspace News Updates List. These posts are sent via e-mail between regularly-published issues to quickly notify fans of time-sensitive developments. Each e-mail Update is expanded and detailed in the subscription postal-mail print issues. You also can receive this identical SG Online Update by joining the ShadowGram Group at yahoogroups

SG postal-mail print issues are immediately available:
--- US & Canadian First Class subscriptions: $12.00 for 4 issues, $24.00 for 8 issues.
---Overseas Air Mail subscriptions: US $20.00 for 4 issues, US $40.00 for 8 issues.

Please send print issue subscription payment to:

Marcy Robin, P.O. Box 1766, Temple City, CA 91780-7766.

Online subscription payment can be made via Paypal to: ShadowGram@aol.com

For more information on the newsletter, please write with a SASE (Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope) to the above postal-address or e-mail ShadowGram@aol.com

Whenever your e-mail address changes, please notify me immediately. Please include your old and new e-mail addresses. If you do not wish to remain on the Online "ShadowGram / Marcy Robin's Cyberspace Dark Shadows News Update List," please notify me directly via return e-mail. Thank you.

Just got this this morning:

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FESTIVAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, August 17

3:00 p.m. Registration Opens
6:00 Barnabas Unbound: Restored Episodes 209 & 211
7:00 Remembering Craig Hamrick
7:30 Guest: Kathryn Leigh Scott
8:00 Guest: Marie Wallace
8:30 Guest: Lara Parker
9:00 Writing & Producing Shadows
9:30 Film: House Of Dark Shadows
11:15 Film: Night Of Dark Shadows
12:45 Film: The Norliss Tapes

Saturday, August 18

11:00 a.m. Fan Panel with Marcy Robin / Fan Videos
12:00 Guest: Diana Millay
12:30 Guest: Betsy Durkin-Matthes
1:00 Jonathan Frid Recalls Some Favourite Moments From DS
2:00 DS Charity Memorabilia Auction
3:00 Collinsport Players Skit
3:30 Dark Shadows Reborn
4:00 Guest: Jonathan Frid - Dramatic Readings/Q&A
5:30 Room closes
7:00 Banquet Dinner & Tribute - By Advance Reservation Only

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Wonder what DS Reborn is all about, the Depp flick?  Interesting that Betsy and Diana have been added to the guest list too!  

Amazon has announced that the first pre-Barnabas boxset comes out this August 28th!  And for ONLY $42, not the, what was it, $60 that MPI was gouging us for?  See below...

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Dark Shadows: The Beginning

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List Price: $59.98

Price: $41.99 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping. Details
You Save: $17.99 (30%)

Pre-Order Price Guarantee! Order now and if the Amazon.com price decreases between your order time and release date, you'll receive the lowest price. 

Availability: This title will be released on August 28, 2007. Pre-order now! Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.  

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Go to Amazon and order it cousins.  

Meant to post this yesterday and forgot.  In yesterday's slideshow there a picture from episode 152 and the description was that Liz was telling Roger that she wasn't going to stand for his treatment of David anymore.  While I applaud Aunt Liz's efforts to stand up for the boy, I have to ask, did anyone else get tired of her telling Roger how to raise his son?  I know he was all wrong and she was right, but that's a pet peeve w/me, ppl telling others how to raise their kids.  Is it really any of her business?  I don't agree w/everything my brother and his wife do regarding their kids, but I say nothing 'cause they're not my kids and it's none of my business.

I don't know, sometimes I feel like smackin' Liz through the TV!  Anyone else have any thoughts on this?

Hey, what's up w/today's slideshow, it has pics from 1795 (4) and only 1 has a correct description.  Plus there's just the 4 pics today.  Just curious...

Testing smiley faces...

 

Don't know if this is the right sub-board for this post, but if not just move it to the right one.   

I just noticed this morning that I no longer have to hit CTRL when wanting to view what's in the SPOILER boxes.  I don't know if this is because something is different on the Forums or if it's because I've just upgraded to Internet Explorer 7.  I really think it's because I now have IE 7, but, just so everyone is aware, if you DON'T want to see what's in a spoiler box, don't run the cursor arrow over the white spaces or the text will automatically appear (if you have upgraded to IE7). 

ShadowGram Online Dark Shadows News Updates List
Marcy Robin's Cyberspace "Dark Shadows" News Update List
An Internet Publication of SHADOWGRAM
The Official Dark Shadows Published Newsletter & News Source
< ShadowGram@aol.com >

Number 162.  November 7, 2006.

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Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,

ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS), announces the following breaking news:


**** DS 40TH ANNIVERSARY HALLOWEEN PARTY -
LOS ANGELES, THURS., OCT. 26

This special evening acknowledged DS' 40 years and celebrated the birthday of DS music composer Bob Cobert. The career of DS creator Dan Curtis was remembered, following his death earlier this year. Fans were encouraged to wear costumes in the Halloween spirit - thanks to all who did join us in costume, and in such a variety too!

Over 300 fans from all parts of California and from other states gathered at the historic Vista Theatre at the intersection of Hollywood and Sunset Boulevards. Activities continued until after midnight.

Brief highlights follow. Details and exclusive behind-the-scenes photos will be published in the upcoming ShadowGram Newsletter, SG #109 print issue.

--- DS guests: Bob Cobert, David Selby, Lara Parker, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Robert Rodan, and Betsy Durkin. Previously-announced guests John Karlen, Jerry Lacy, Chris Pennock, and Roger Davis were unable to attend.

--- Horror genre guests, actresses BARBARA STEELE ("Black Sunday," "The Pit & the Pendulum," and numerous classic 1960s horror films, plus Julia/Natalie in the 1991 DS) and KAREN BLACK ("Trilogy of Terror" and "Burnt Offerings"- both produced/directed by Dan Curtis) were honored as they placed their handprints and signatures in cement in the Theatre's forecourt. Bob Cobert placed his footprint and name in cement there as well.

--- David Selby gave a dramatic recitation of "Shadows of the Night (Quentin's Theme)". Dressed in costume as Quentin, he entered through a thick fog and stood next to a gramophone. Kathryn wore an authentic reproduction of the Josette's wedding gown she wore in the 1970 "House of DS" movie. Lara was wearing a bustle dress which dates in style from the late 1800s; it resembled one in design that she wore as Angelique in the 1897 storyline.

--- A dozen DS melodies were performed live on stage with several layers of modern synthesizers, thanks to musician Jay Asher. Each selection was accompanied by appropriate clips from the original DS and Night of DS.

--- A video tribute to Dan and his career was introduced by reminiscences and comments from Barbara, Karen, and Lara. A pair of movie trailers ("Black Sunday" and "House of DS") then screened, followed by a selection of DS episode bloopers.

--- The Barnabas Collins Look-Alike Contest welcomed half-a-dozen entrants. Audience applause for each awarded Wally Wingert as the winner and he received a number of DS items as his prize.

--- The memorabilia auction included such one-of-a-kind items as the actual wolf's head cane used by Ben Cross in the 1991 NBC primetime DS TV series (winning bid $1250) and the original acetate disc recording by David Selby of "Shadows of the Night" (winning bid $500).

--- Though the hour was late, complimentary autographs were offered by a number of the guests, who also had various books and photos available for purchase. Everyone who attended received 2 special giveaway items: a DS photo and the debuting CD of Bob Cobert's "A Different View." This 13-track CD features his instrumental and lyrical compositions in the big band, jazz, disco, and bossa nova styles, including themes he created for Dan Curtis' 1979 short-lived NBC TV series "Supertrain."

The Cobert "A Different View" CD also will be available as a free bonus item from MPI for customers who purchase the upcoming 8 CD "Dark Shadows Complete Soundtrack Music Collection" boxed set. The set and bonus CD will be available after Dec. 1 from www.mpihomevideo.com or call 1-800-323-0442 weekdays.

SG extends special thanks to Lance Alspaugh and the staff at the Vista Theatre.

The evening event benefited the UCLA Alzheimer's Research Center in memory of Dan & Norma Curtis. Memorial tributes and exclusive photos saluting them are in the current companion SG #107-#108 print issues. The upcoming SG #109 and subsequent print issues will feature details, exclusive guest photos, and more about the Halloween Party at the Vista Theatre. The issue also will showcase the recent DS Festival convention.

*** MARY McKINLEY-HAAS ART ON EXHIBIT
Mary asks SG to announce that her evocative, interpretive art work will be part of "a show with 5 other artists at the Venezuelan Consulate, 7 East 51st Street, NYC, 10022" (between Fifth & Madison Avenues). 212-826-1660.

The exhibit will be on display from Dec.13 - Jan. 5. The opening reception is Dec.14, 6-8 pm. Gallery Hours are 9am-12:45 pm and 2-4 pm, Mon.-Fri.


*** NEW DS ITEMS NOW AVAILABLE & COMING SOON

--- On Nov. 21, MPI will release "Dark Shadows Bloopers & Treasures" DVD. In August, this new collection debuted exclusively at the DS Festival 40th Anniversary Celebration in Brooklyn. It now will be sold at retail sources and via direct mail-order from www.darkshadowsdvd.com or call MPI at 1-800-323-0442 (weekdays).

--- The following items can be purchased singly or in combination, by check or money order only. When ordering more than one item at a time, please be sure to specify each individual item and price. Make all orders payable to Dark Shadows Festival. All prices include postage/shipping.

Send payment to Dark Shadows, P.O. Box 92, Maplewood, NJ 07040.
For pictures of products for sale and more information, go to www.darkshadowsfestival.com

--- Quentin Action Figure - Only A Few Left
Majestic Studios has sold out of its supply of the Barnabas action figures, both the 1795 and modern day versions. Majestic also is sold out of the Quentin figures, but a small quantity is available for a limited time from the DS Festival/Official DS Fan Club. Each deluxe, detailed Quentin figure comes with authentic cloth clothing and a commemorative box, plus an alternate werewolf head. Price is $45.00..

--- DS 2007 Calendar & "DS - The First Year" Book
The DS Festival/Official Fan Club has the 2007 DS calendar (with many rare photos) for sale at $13.99. The new "DS - The First Year" book is nearly 300 pages with new summaries of episodes 1-209, dozens of rare photos, original ABC production documents, and a foreword by series writer Ron Sproat. Price is $22.00.

--- Dan Curtis Autographed Book & Book Supplement
There is a limited quantity of autographed copies of the deluxe 208-page hardcover photo biography, "Produced & Directed By Dan Curtis." These books were signed by the late creator and executive producer of Dark Shadows. The book includes full production credits and trivia about Curtis' 40 years of making TV shows and films such as DS, The Night Stalker, Trilogy of Terror, Dracula, Burnt Offerings, The Winds of War, War and Remembrance, and much more. Additionally, all orders will include a new 8-page supplement chronicling Curtis' final 3 projects: DS 2004 Pilot, Saving Milly, and Our Fathers. These rare signed books are $55.00 each. For those who already have the book, you can order the 8-page supplement for $5.00.

The above items can be purchased singly or in combination via check/money order. When ordering more than one item at a time, please be sure to specify each individual item and price. Make all orders payable to Dark Shadows Festival. All prices include postage/shipping.
Send payment to Dark Shadows, P.O. Box 92, Maplewood, NJ 07040.


--- "Big Finish Productions has posted the cover artwork for the third CD audio drama, "The Christmas Presence," on their website at www.darkshadowsreborn.com.

"`The Christmas Presence' is due to debut in late November at the same time as the fourth story, 'The Rage Beneath', which guest stars original series actor Robert Rodan (Adam). Robert plays a dangerous new character, Oswlad Gravenor. `In this wonderful story, we have someone who is cunning, devious and forlorn,' Robert enthuses. `He's totally different from Adam, and those kind of stretches are just wonderful for an actor to work with and explore.'"

The CDs retail for $17.00 each postpaid, or fans can subscribe online to the series of four for the discount price of $58.00 postpaid. Order online at www.darkshadowsreborn.com


*** FAN SHARING: All those who attend Mary McKinley-Haas' art exhibit or who joined us at the Vista Halloween Party are invited and welcome to share their photos and reports with SG readers worldwide - including the DS cast/crew themselves. I send complimentary copies of every SG print issue directly to the DS personnel.

You will be named as a Contributor in the issue. Major input brings you a Contributor's Copy in thanks. Please send  jpeg  photos to SG's e-mail address or send hard-copy photos to SG's postal-mail address. Both addresses follow below.

This SG Online DS News Updates List will update all this news and the upcoming SG #109 print issue will have the latest complete detailed developments, photos, reports, and additional information.

Thank you.

Marcy Robin

ShadowGram Editor / Publisher
Marcy Robin
P.O. Box 1766
Temple City, CA 91780-7766
E-mail: ShadowGram@aol.com

*****************************************************************

SHADOWGRAM (SG) is the * Official * "Dark Shadows" Newsletter. Much of its news is provided by the show's personnel and those involved in the 1966-71 TV series, 1991 TV series, and 2004 WB pilot. Established in 1979, SG works directly with individuals, companies, and others involved in DS' creation, distribution, promotion, merchandise, etc.

Regular SG print issues are published throughout the year, with free bonus complimentary breaking-news published updates as needed.

Brief Update bulletins are posted on this ShadowGram Online "Dark Shadows" News Updates List / Marcy Robin's ShadowGram "Dark Shadows" Cyberspace News Updates List. These posts are sent via e-mail between regularly-published issues to quickly notify fans of time-sensitive developments. Each e-mail Update is expanded and detailed in the subscription postal-mail print issues. You also can receive this identical SG Online Update by joining the ShadowGram Group at yahoogroups

SG postal-mail print issues are immediately available:

--- US & Canadian First Class subscriptions: $12.00 for 4 issues, $24.00 for 8 issues.
---Overseas Air Mail subscriptions: US $20.00 for 4 issues, US $40.00 for 8 issues.

Please send print issue subscription payment to:

Marcy Robin, P.O. Box 1766, Temple City, CA 91780-7766.

Online subscription payment can be made via Paypal to: ShadowGram@aol.com

For more information on the newsletter, please write with a SASE (Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope) to the above postal-address or e-mail ShadowGram@aol.com

Whenever your e-mail address changes, please notify me immediately. Please include your old and new e-mail addresses. If you do not wish to remain on the Online "ShadowGram / Marcy Robin's Cyberspace Dark Shadows News Update List," please notify me directly via return e-mail. Thank you.