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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:
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