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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / ShadowGram Update #286 - Final Island Weekend Recap

« on: April 17, 2013, 02:17:10 PM »

**** LATEST UPDATE:
DARK SHADOWS FESTIVAL PRESENTS: DARK SHADOWS ISLAND WEEKEND
APRIL 27-28, 2013

Recent SG Online Updates have premiere-announced details for "The Dark Shadows Island Weekend" at the end of this month on the idyllic island of Coronado, just off downtown San Diego.

Here is a final recap of the 2-day events. Please note that fans may attend either Saturday or Sunday, or both days.

---- SATURDAY, APRIL 27
"DOCTOR MABUSE" MOVIE PREMIERE WITH DS ACTORS
6:00pm - Midnight

CORONADO VILLAGE THEATRE
820 Orange Ave.
Coronado, CA 9211

A few tickets remain for the debut screening of the new mystery thriller film "Doctor Mabuse." It stars a trio of original DS actors: Jerry Lacy (in the title role), Lara Parker, and Kathryn Leigh Scott. The evening event is at the vintage Coronado Village Theatre, a few blocks from the Coronado Marriott Hotel. Taxi service is available.

The premiere night begins at 6:00pm with pre-show actor appearances. Movie merchandise and DS collectibles will be available for purchase. After the screening, the actors and filmmaker Ansel Faraj will host a talk/panel, followed by autographs.

The evening concludes with a surprise DS screening before midnight.

Tickets are $20.00 per person, available by mail order only. Advance reservations are required and must be received at the DS Festival's postal-mail address below by April 23 (extended deadline from previously-announced April 20).

NOTE: If your ticket payment arrives after April 23, your tickets will be held under your name at the Coronado Theatre box office for pick-up on Sat., April 27, when you arrive at the theatre.

Please send a SASE (Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope) and check or money order made payable to:

Dark Shadows
PO Box 92
Maplewood, NJ 07040
.
(Sorry, PayPal and credit card can not be accepted.)

---- SUNDAY, APRIL 28
DARK SHADOWS LUNCHEON & AFTERNOON FESTIVAL
11:30am-6:00pm

CORONADO ISLAND MARRIOTT HOTEL & RESORT
2000 Second St.
Coronado, CA 92118

DAVID SELBY (Quentin) has written a special 90-minute musical stage program "Shadows & Light" that he will perform, with musical accompaniment by his DS colleague JAMES STORM (Gerard) and David's wife Chip. "The songs are an homage to DS and the FANS."

David's show is part of the day-long "DS Luncheon" event at the Coronado Marriott Hotel, located five minutes from downtown San Diego. The hotel is 1.3 miles from the Coronado Village Theatre, site of the previous evening's "Doctor Mabuse" world premiere movie screening.

The Luncheon with our guests and fans begins at 11:30am with a three-course meal, door prizes, and a special DS gift bag for each attendee. Dress is casual.

David's show takes place in the same ballroom, after lunch. Following the show is a DS memorabilia auction, plus Question & Answer sessions with all our guests: David, James, Lara Parker (Angelique), Jerry Lacy (Rev. Trask), Kathryn Leigh Scott (Maggie), and Chris Pennock (Jeb). Our guests then will be available for autographs, and a wide array of new and recent DS merchandise will be on sale. The event ends at 6:00 pm.

Advance reservations are required for only $50.00 per person and MUST be received by April 23 (extended deadline from previously-announced April 20). Please send a SASE (Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope) and check or money order payable to:

Dark Shadows, PO Box 92, Maplewood, NJ 07040
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE: You can use one SASE and one check/money order to pay for both Saturday and Sunday events

(Sorry, PayPal and credit card can not be accepted.)

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / ShadowGram Update #285 - KLS appearances in L.A.

« on: April 11, 2013, 02:45:41 PM »

SHADOWGRAM OFFICIAL ONLINE DARK SHADOWS NEWS UPDATE # 285
April 10, 2013

Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,

ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS) announces the following breaking news in this Official Online News Update "bulletin."

**** KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT HOLDS MORE BOOK EVENTS

Kathryn (Maggie, Josette, Kitty, Rachel) asks SG to tell fans about her book-signings in the Los Angeles area. She provides the following information.

"Please join me at one of these upcoming book signings" for her novel "Down and Out in Beverly Heels." She adds, "I look forward to seeing you!"

--- Sunday, April 14, 2pm
Book `Em
1118 Mission St.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
626-799-9600

--- Saturday, April 20, 4-6pm
Sisters in Crime Booth
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books
USC Campus-Los Angeles, CA

--- Wednesday, April 24, 10-12 am
Beverly Hills Women's Club
1700 Chevy Chase Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Call to RSVP: 310-276-5804

--- Wednesday, May 1 – time tk
Barnes & Noble@The Grove – Farmers Market
Los Angeles, CA
323-424–0270

Marcy Robin

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Happiest of Birthdays to Mysterious Benefactor!

« on: April 09, 2013, 02:07:41 PM »

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
MB!!!

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Jerry Lacy on "Men At Work" airing this month

« on: April 05, 2013, 04:59:26 PM »

Jerry Lacy's one-time appearance on the TBS comedy series "Men At Work" will air April 25. I think the times are 10/9c but please check your local listings for the episode "Downshift" to be sure.

Or, watch later on www.tbs.com > full episodes > men at work.

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Barbara Steele at Monsterpalooza

« on: April 03, 2013, 08:06:03 PM »

Barbara Steele is tentatively scheduled to appear at Monsterpalooza 2013 on April 12-14 at the Burbank Marriott.

Special Guests

With thanks to Kosmo

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Sharon Smyth on Fangoria.com

« on: April 02, 2013, 03:28:09 PM »

Meet Sharon Smyth: Dark Shadows’ Little Sarah is All Grown Up!, lovingly written by David-Elijah Nahmod.

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / ShadowGram Update #283 - KLS promo, appearance at NY Barnes & Noble tonight

« on: April 01, 2013, 04:22:20 PM »

SHADOWGRAM OFFICIAL ONLINE DARK SHADOWS NEWS UPDATE # 283
March 31, 2013

Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,

ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS) announces the following news in this Official Online News Update "bulletin."

---- KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT: APRIL 1 EVENT IN NYC
---- 2012 DARK SHADOWS MOVIE PREMIERES ON CABLE

**** KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT: BOOK-SIGNING & TALK ON APRIL 1

Kathryn (Maggie, Josette, Rachel, Kitty) asks SG to remind NYC-area fans that she'll be at the Barnes & Noble at 82nd & Broadway on Mon., April 1 at 7:00 pm to talk and sign for her new novel "Down And Out in Beverly Heels." Several of her other books will be available for purchase and autographing.

Barnes & Noble, 2289 Broadway, NYC, NY 10024

The novel was just published by Montlake and is available on Amazon in both paperback and ebook.
Publicity: "'Down and Out in Beverly Heels' tells the story of Meg Barnes, a beloved actress who has it all and loses everything—and ends up living on the streets of Tinsel Town in her Ritz-Volvo. The novel is a fun, lighthearted romance, taking us into the Hollywood social swirl, but also delves into the gritty truth of what it is to be "homeless and hiding it" in one of the most glittering, fashionable cities in the world."
Publishers Weekly Review: "Scott (Dark Passages), best known for her star turn on the TV show Dark Shadows, delivers a unique novel about a Hollywood actress short on cash and down on her luck . . . Mystery and romance are craftily combined . . . Scott gives the readers a first-hand view of the fickle nature of Hollywood in a fast-paced story complete with eccentric characters and a plethora of mysterious twists and turns."
Kathryn adds that her "Down and Out" promo now is available online:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddgldsrvs04&feature=youtu.be

**** "DARK SHADOWS" MOVIE WITH JOHNNY DEPP TO AIR ON CINEMAX

The 2012 feature film "Dark Shadows" is expected to premiere on Cinemax on April 14.

Like a gentle tribute to the original DS, this is the first anniversary of the passing of Jonathan Frid, who succumbed at age 86 in his hometown of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He played "Barnabas" and his portrayed of the anguished vampire was a landmark performance that led to DS' overall and continuing success.

Four original DS actors – Jonathan, David Selby (Quentin), Lara Parker (Angelique), and Kathryn Leigh Scott (Maggie) – flew to England in late June, 2011, to film brief cameo scenes during a "Happening" party at Collinwood. The entire movie shot at Pinewood Studios and English countryside locations, including life-size sets of Collinwood and Collinsport/Harbor.

The DS movie stars Johnny Depp as Barnabas and was directed by his longtime collaborator Tim Burton, both DS fans since childhood. It reflects their signature blend of dark horror, humor, and romance. An opening flashback to the 1772 arrival in America by Barnabas Collins and his parents shows how he was cursed by the spurned servant girl/witch Angelique and buried in a chained coffin for almost 2 centuries. Released into a very realistic 1972-era Collinsport, he sets out to reclaim his family's status and fortune, pursue the reincarnation of his lost true love, and seek final revenge on the witch.

DS met with mixed reviews and audience response. Its mix of comedy, horror, and romance could overrun the main premise, and most supporting characters were given little opportunity or time for background details. The marketing campaign heavily emphasized the comedy at the expense of the other elements and tones. Yet the movie is a salute to the spirit of DS, with Johnny's portrayal revealing aspects of the original Barnabas character and Jonathan's mannerisms and speaking style. The ensemble cast did well with what they were given within the confines of the film's length and overall tone. It clearly set up for a sequel, though none is planned.

Since the project's first public announcement in July, 2007, SG's detailed its progress: script, casting, pre-production, filming May-Sept., 2011, publicity, and international release on May 11, 2012. SG also reported how the movie opened the week after the enormous blockbuster film "The Avengers," which overpowered all other movies for several weeks. Still, DS pulled a respectable international box office take of $250+ million.

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Happy Birthday to MUGGYY!

« on: April 01, 2013, 03:21:06 PM »

Happy Birthday
MUGGYY

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Happy Easter Birthday to onyx treasure

« on: March 31, 2013, 12:38:27 PM »

Happy Birthday
onyx treasure!

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / ShadowGram Update #282 - More on Island Weekend

« on: March 31, 2013, 12:16:42 PM »

SHADOWGRAM OFFICIAL ONLINE DARK SHADOWS NEWS UPDATE # 282

Update Number 282.

March 30, 2013

Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,

ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS) announces the following breaking news in this Official Online News Update "bulletin."

****** UPDATING: DARK SHADOWS ISLAND WEEKEND – APRIL 27-28, 2013:

---- DAVID SELBY WITH JIM STORM PERFORM LIVE IN "SHADOWS & LIGHT"
--- NEW DS MERCHANDISE TO DEBUT AT WEEKEND EVENT

SG Online News Updates have premiere-announced and reported that several original DS actors will join fans for a 2-day event the weekend of April 27-28 on Coronado Island, just five minutes across the bridge from downtown San Diego.

Please see recent ShadowGram Online Updates for further details.

Here is the latest news about the Weekend.

**** "Dark Shadows Island Weekend"
April 27-28, 2013
Coronado, CA (San Diego)

The Weekend opens with the world premiere of the psychological thriller movie "Doctor Mabuse." DS' JERRY LACY stars in the title role. Also in the cast are DS' LARA PARKER and KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT.

"Doctor Mabuse" is shown Sat. evening, Apr. 27, at the historic Coronado Village Theater, followed by a special "Dark Shadows Surprise" screening. There also will be a talk / panel with Jerry, Lara, Kathryn, "Mabuse" filmmaker / director / writer (and DS fan) Ansel Faraj, and other cast members. Our guests will be available for autographs. A variety of "Mabuse" and DS merchandise – including new DS items – will be offered for purchase.

The Island Weekend continues the afternoon of Sun., Apr. 28, with the DARK SHADOWS LUNCHEON and the new live dramatic / musical performance, "Shadows & Light."

Coronado Island Marriott Hotel & Resort
2000 Second Street
Coronado, CA 92118

The Marriott is just 1.3 miles from the Coronado Village Theatre. Taxi service is available.

Luncheon Special Guests:
DAVID SELBY (Quentin Collins)
LARA PARKER (Angelique)
JERRY LACY (Reverend Trask)
KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT (Maggie Evans)
CHRISTOPHER PENNOCK (Jeb Hawkes)
JIM STORM (Gerard Stiles)

David presents a new musical concert he has written. "David Selby In Performance: Shadows & Light" includes his songs and poetry about DS. Joining him is DS' Jim Storm on guitar.

The 3-course lunch begins at 11:30 at the Marriott Hotel. There will be door prizes and all attendees will receive an "exclusive DS gift bag of goodies." A DS memorabilia auction also will be held.

Our guests will participate in a Q&A session with the fans, followed by an afternoon of autographs, photo opportunities, socializing, and available DS merchandise including a range of books, photos, a new pen, and a newly-designed t-shirt with artwork of Quentin, Barnabas, and Collinwood.

The afternoon event closes at 5:00 pm.

**** TRANSPORTATION & LOCATION NOTES

San Diego International Airport is only minutes away from the theatre and hotel. Rental car, bus, and taxi service are available. Major interconnecting freeways provide easy access to the entire area.

In the first DARK SHADOWS scenes, a train rolled through the Maine countryside, carrying Victoria Winters to a mysterious mansion on the edge of Widows' Hill. Fans from across California and beyond can travel by rail to the DS Weekend via Amtrak and local train service to downtown San Diego, just minutes by taxi over the bridge to Coronado Island.

The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Train from Los Angeles' Union Station to San Diego is just one of many train options. For all train schedules to San Diego, go to the Amtrak website at www.amtrak.com

Rental cars and local bus lines offer transportation options for fans who'd like to explore the many attractions and sights: Balboa Park, the internationally-acclaimed San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, Sea World, historic "Gaslight" city district, Old Globe Theatre, Air & Space Museum, Reuben H. Fleet Planetarium, LEGOLand, Pacific Ocean beaches and activities, sporting events, shopping, restaurants, and more, all easily accessible throughout the San Diego vicinity.

The Coronado Village Theatre ("Doctor Mabuse" screening on Sat., Apr. 27) is a wonderfully-restored vintage cinema (opened in 1947). In 2011, it was converted into a triple-screen movie theatre with auditorium murals that create a 3D effect of historic places in both Coronado and nearby Balboa Park.

**** WEEKEND DETAILS

--- "Doctor Mabuse" Screening
Saturday, April 27, 2013

Coronado Village Theatre
820 Orange Avenue
Coronado, CA 9211

Admission: $20 – By Advance Reservation Only (details below)

--- Saturday, April 27 Schedule:
6:00 pm Doors Open – Doctor Mabuse & DS Memorabilia + Refreshments
7:00 pm "Doctor Mabuse" Movie – World Premiere Screening
8:45 pm Onstage Q&A with "Doctor Mabuse" Cast & Writer-Director Ansel Faraj
9:30 pm Autographs with Jerry Lacy, Lara Parker, Kathryn Leigh Scott, & other movie cast members.

"Doctor Mabuse" and "Dark Shadows" memorabilia will be available for purchase.

Activities continue until 11:00 pm.

---- "Dark Shadows Luncheon"
Sunday, April 28, 2013

Coronado Island Marriott Hotel & Resort
2000 Second Street
Coronado, CA 92118

Luncheon Event Admission:
$50.00 – By Advance Reservation Only (details below)

---- Sunday, April 28 Schedule:
11:30 am Luncheon at Marriott Ballroom
12:30 pm DS Door Prizes & Auction
1:15 pm "Shadows & Light" – Musical & Dramatic Performance by David Selby and Jim Storm
2:00 pm Guests' Q&A Session, Autographs, and DS Memorabilia Sale
6:00 pm Closing

(Schedules are flexible and subject to change.)

**** BOTH EVENTS – RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS

Advance Reservations Are Required For Both Events

Space is limited for both the movie premiere and Luncheon, so it is recommended that reservations be made as soon as possible. Payments are non-refundable.

DOCTOR MABUSE PREMIERE – Apr. 27: $20.00 per person

DARK SHADOWS LUNCHEON – Apr. 28: $50.00 per person

Please send your payment (for a single event or combined in one payment) by check or money order only, payable to Dark Shadows Festival.

Sorry, credit card / PayPal cannot be accepted. Please include a SASE (Self-Addressed, Stamped Envelope).

Ticket payment(s) MUST be received at the following Dark Shadows Festival postal-mail address by the April 20 deadline.

DARK SHADOWS
P.O. BOX 92
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040

**** HOTEL RESERVATIONS & CORONADO ISLAND INFORMATION

The Coronado Island Marriott hosts the "Dark Shadows Luncheon" and is only 1.3 miles from the Coronado Village Theatre, site of the "Doctor Mabuse" premiere the previous evening. Taxi service is available.

To receive a special room rate, use the online reservation form at www.coronadoresortmarriott.com or call the Marriott toll-free reservations line at 1-888-236-2427.

You must mention the Dark Shadows Group Code - drkdrka – to receive the discount room rate.

When making your reservation online, you must type in the Dark Shadows Group code – drkdrka – in the Group Code Box to receive the discount room rates.

Reservations at the reduced room rate MUST be made by directly contacting the hotel by phone or online by the deadline of April 3 (deadline newtly extended).

Thank you.

Marcy Robin

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Happy Birthday to Aristia!

« on: March 20, 2013, 07:12:30 PM »

Happy Birthday
Aristia

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / Charlotte Fairchild, 1930 - 2013

« on: March 19, 2013, 05:46:00 PM »

March 18 obituary for Charlotte Fairchild, who appeared once on DS as Millicent's maid (delivering a fan to her) in 1796, from The Plain Dealer: http://obits.cleveland.com/obituaries/cleveland/obituary.aspx?n=CHARLOTTE-FAIRCHILD&pid=163709646#fbLoggedOut

With thanks to Kosmo!

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 II / July 2013 DS Cast Reunion at Lyndhurst

« on: March 14, 2013, 10:19:54 PM »

Dear Friends of Dark Shadows:

We are excited to announce the schedule for the 2013 Dark Shadows Cast Reunion!!!
The 2013 Dark Shadows Cast Reunion will be held at Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York (filming location for House of Dark Shadows and Night of Dark Shadows) Event dates are Saturday, July 13th, 2013 and Sunday, July 14, 2013. Please see attached Order Form.

GUEST LIST (MORE TO BE ADDED)

From the original series:

Donna McKechnie (Amanda Harris)
Sharon Smyth (Sarah Collins)
Barbara Woronko (Nurse)
Marie Wallace (Eve/Jenny)
Donna Wandry (Roxanne)
Nick Besink (A/V)
Henry Plimack (Audio)

From the 1991 series:

Roy Thinnes (Roger Collins/Reverand Trask)
Jim Fyfe (Willie Loomis/Ben Loomis)
Ely Pouget (Maggie Evans)
Rebecca Staab (Daphne Collins)
Steven Fletcher (Deputy Jonathan Harker)

AND FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER FROM NIGHT OF DARK SHADOWS:

Monica Rich (Sarah Castle)

The 2013 Dark Shadows Cast Reunion will be held at Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, New York. The dates will be Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th, 2013. Times are from 10:00 am to 4:00 p.m. each day. There is a limited quantity of tickets available (300)-first come, first served. The event will sell out quickly so please order ASAP.

ACTIVIES INCLUDE:
-Tours of the Lyndhurst Estate House and Grounds
-Screening of House of Dark Shadows, Night of Dark Shadows, the 1991 Dark Shadows Series and the 2012 Johnny Depp Dark Shadows movie
-Charity Raffle with many Dark Shadows prizes including a private tour of the Tower Room at Lyndhurst Estate
-Autographs and Memorabilia to purchase from the stars**
-Q&A Sessions
-Photo opportunities at the house
-plus much more
-There will be food and beverages on site for purchase

The Weekend cost are as follows (per person):

If ordered by May 1st, 2013: $30 for Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th
If ordered from May 2nd, 2013 to June 15th, 2013: $40 for Sat., July 13 and Sun., July 14th
After June 15th, you must email friendsof91ds@comcast.net for any remaining ticket availability at the price of $50

Single days:

If ordered by May 1st, 2013: $20 for Saturday, July 13th 2013
If ordered by May 1st, 2013: $20 for Sunday, July 13th 2013
If ordered from May 2nd, 2013 to June 15th, 2013: $30 for Saturday, July 13, 2013
If ordered from May 2nd, 2013 to June 15th, 2013: $30 for Sunday, July 14, 2013
After June 15th, you must email friendsof91ds@comcast.net for any remaining ticket availability at the price of $40

HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS:
The Westchester Marriott
670 White Plains Road
Tarrytown, New York 10591
(800) 882-1042 or (914) 631-2200

The reduced rate of $129.00 (per night) is available on Friday, July 12th, 2013 and Saturday, July 13th, 2013 only. Mention the Friends of the 1991 Dark Shadows/Cast Reunion for this reduced rate. This event will sell out quickly, so please make your reservations ASAP.

Unguided tours of the Lyndhurst Estate are included in your ticket and available throughout the weekend. To schedule a guided tour, please visit Lyndhurst.org and reserve a guided tour for the reduced rate of $14

**Celebrities appearances are subject to change or cancellation due to work, family emergencies and illness.

ORDER FORM:

Please fill out the following and send with check/money order to:
Friends of 91 Dark Shadows/Cast Reunion
P.O. Box 469
White Marsh, Maryland 21162
friendsof91ds@comcast.net

RATES ARE PER PERSON: (check quantity wanted):

DATE QUANTITY

Weekend, Sat. July 13 & Sun. July 14 (if ordered by May 1st) $30

Weekend, Sat. July 13 & Sun. July 14 (if order from May 2 to June 10) $40

Weekend, Sat. July 13 & Sun. July 14 (after June 15th), you must email friendsof91ds@comcast .net for any remaining ticket availability at the price of $50

Saturday, July 13 (if ordered by May 1st) $20

Sunday, July 14 (if ordered by May 1st) $20

Saturday, July 13, (if ordered from May 2 to June 15) $30

Sunday, July 14, (if ordered from May 2 to June 15) $30

Saturday, July 13, (after June 15th) you must email friendsof91ds@comcast.net for any remaining ticket availability at the price of $40

Sunday, July 14th (after June 15th) you must email friendsof91ds@comcast.net for any remaining ticket availability at the price of $40

Please make checks or money orders (no cash) payable to Friends of 91 Dark Shadows/Cast Reunions

NAME(S):
Please list all persons attending:

ADDRESS:

CITY:

STATE: ZIP CODE:

EMAIL:

Please include a SASE with payment.

When calling the hotel please ask for "Cast Reunions" to book the reduced rate of $129!

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / "Stranded" in Seaview Terrace on the Syfy channel

« on: March 07, 2013, 04:58:24 AM »

This week's episode of "Stranded" on the Syfy channel, titled "Seaview Terrace," airs tonight and repeats March 7, 11/12 and 13. "Three New Yorkers travel to Newport, RI, where they're stranded in a haunted mansion." Check your listings for the times.

Episode clip: http://www.syfy.com/videos/Homepage/vid:2629024

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Calendar Events / Announcements '13 I / ShadowGram Update #281 -- James Storm added as Sunday guest

« on: March 04, 2013, 04:47:44 AM »

SHADOWGRAM OFFICIAL ONLINE DARK SHADOWS NEWS UPDATE # 281

March 3, 2013

Hello, Dark Shadows Fan,

ShadowGram (SG), The Official Newsletter & News Source for Dark Shadows (DS) announces the following breaking news in this Official Online News Update "bulletin."

******** UPDATING: DARK SHADOWS ISLAND WEEKEND – APRIL 27-28, 2013

NOTE: As SG previously reported, there are no plans for a standard Dark Shadows Festival convention this year. Instead, there are 2 special events for you to enjoy with DS guests and other fans.

SG Official Online DS News Updates have detailed the first-ever "Dark Shadows At Sea Cruise," where fans will join 3 original DS actresses for a week of sailing from the NYC area to the Bahamas, Oct. 27-Nov. 3. ((See previous and upcoming SG Online Updates))

Also, SG Online News Updates have announced and reported that original DS actors will join fans for a 2-day event the weekend of April 27-28 on Coronado Island, just five minutes across the bridge from downtown San Diego.

Following is the latest news about the Weekend.

**** "Dark Shadows Island Weekend"
April 27-28, 2013, in Coronado, CA (San Diego).

---- SG Premiere-Announces A New Guest And More

The Island Weekend opens with the world premiere of the psychological thriller movie DOCTOR MABUSE, at the historic Coronado Village Theater. DS' JERRY LACY stars in the title role. Also in the cast are DS' LARA PARKER and KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT.

DOCTOR MABUSE premieres on Saturday evening, April 27. Following the film is a special "Dark Shadows Surprise" screening. There also will be a talk / panel with Jerry, Lara, Kathryn, DOCTOR MABUSE filmmaker / director / writer (and DS fan) Ansel Faraj, and other cast members. Guests will be available for autographs.

Coronado Village Theatre
820 Orange Avenue
Coronado, CA 9211

**** The Island Weekend continues the next day – Sunday, April 28 – with the DARK SHADOWS LUNCHEON that afternoon.

In addition to Jerry, Lara, and Kathryn, we will be joined by DS' DAVID SELBY, who will present a new dramatic reading with live music. Also with us on Sunday is DS' CHRIS PENNOCK.

---- SG PREMIERE ANNOUNCEMENT:
NEW LUNCHEON GUEST – DS' JAMES STORM

JAMES STORM (Gerard Stiles) will appear in musical performance with DAVID.

A special DS Marketplace will offer new DS merchandise, and each attendee will receive an exclusive DS gift bag. Our DS guests will participate in an audience Question & Answer session, sign autographs, and be available all afternoon following lunch to meet and greet fans in person.

**** TRANSPORTATION NOTES:

For California residents and others traveling by rail, Amtrak and local train service is available to downtown San Diego, just minutes by taxi from Coronado Island. San Diego International Airport is only minutes away, with van, bus, and taxi service available. Major interconnecting freeways provide easy access to the entire area.

****" DOCTOR MABUSE" SCREENING

Saturday, April 27, 2013
"Doctor Mabuse" Premiere Screening Admission:
$20 – By Advance Reservation Only (details below)

The Coronado Village Theatre is a wonderfully-restored vintage cinema (opened in 1947). In 2011, it was converted into a triple-screen movie theatre with auditorium murals that create a 3D effect of historic places in both Coronado and nearby Balboa Park. Both the theatre and hotel (see below) are very close to Old Town San Diego / the "Gaslight District" with shops, restaurants and more, Sea World, Balboa Park (San Diego Zoo, museums, Old Globe Theatre, and much more), Pacific Ocean beaches and activities, and other nearby sights and attractions.

--- Saturday, April 27 Schedule:
(Coronado Village Theatre)

6:00 pm Doors Open – Doctor Mabuse & DS Memorabilia + Refreshments
7:00 pm Doctor Mabuse Movie – World Premiere Screening
8:45 pm Onstage Q&A with Doctor Mabuse Cast & Writer-Director Ansel Faraj
9:30 pm Autographs with Jerry Lacy, Lara Parker, Kathryn Leigh Scott, & other cast members

Memorabilia from both "Doctor Mabuse" and "Dark Shadows" will be available for purchase.

---- DARK SHADOWS LUNCHEON

Sunday, April 28, 2013
Coronado Island Marriott Resort
2000 Second Street
Coronado, CA 92118

Luncheon Event Admission:
$50.00 – By Advance Reservation Only (details below)

Luncheon Special Guests:
DAVID SELBY (Quentin Collins)
LARA PARKER (Angelique)
JERRY LACY (Reverend Trask)
KATHRYN LEIGH SCOTT (Maggie Evans)
CHRISTOPHER PENNOCK (Jeb Hawkes)
JIM STORM (Gerard Stiles)

After a 3-course banquet lunch with our DS guests is a special dramatic performance by David Selby, including live music and songs. There also will be a Q&A session, autographs, DS memorabilia for sale, and more.

---- Sunday, April 28 Schedule:
(Coronado Island Marriott Resort)

11:30 am Luncheon at Marriott Ballroom
12:30 pm Dark Shadows Door Prizes & Auction
1:15 pm Shadows & Reflections – David Selby Musical & Dramatic Performance
2:00 pm Guests' Q&A Session, Autographs, and Dark Shadows Memorabilia Sale
4:30 pm Closing

**** BOTH EVENTS – RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS

Advance Reservations Are Required For Both Events

Space is limited for both the movie premiere and Luncheon, so it is recommended that reservations be made as soon as possible. Payments are non-refundable.

DOCTOR MABUSE PREMIERE – April 27: $20.00 per person
DARK SHADOWS LUNCHEON – April 28: $50.00 per person

Please send your payment by check or money order only, payable to Dark Shadows Festival. Sorry, credit card / Paypal cannot be accepted. Please include a SASE (Self-Addressed, Stamped Envelope).

Send to:

DARK SHADOWS
P.O. BOX 92
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040

--- WEEKEND HOTEL RESERVATIONS & CORONADO ISLAND INFORMATION

The Coronado Island Marriott Resort hosts the "Dark Shadows Luncheon" and is only 1.3 miles from the Village Theatre, site of the "Doctor Mabuse" premiere the previous evening. Taxi service is available.

To receive discount Dark Shadows sleeping room rates at the Marriott, use the online reservation form at www.coronadoresortmarriott.com

When making your reservation, you must type in the Dark Shadows Group code – drkdrka – in the Group Code Box to receive the discount room rates.

You also can call the Marriott toll-free reservations line at 1-888-236-2427.

When calling, you must mention the Dark Shadows Group Code – drkdrka – to receive the discount room rates.

Please Note: The Marriott may sell out of sleeping rooms at the discounted rate. Additional rooms may become available at a different price.

There are other nearby Coronado Island hotels, and you may find more on the internet.

Here are three options, all just a few blocks from the Marriott.

The Hotel Del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118. Phone: 855-268-1219. This classically-beautiful, iconic, historic location has been used in many movies and television productions.

Best Western Plus Suite Coronado Island, 275 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118. Phone: 800-568-8520.

A more economical, budget-price alternative is Coronado Inn, 266 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118. Phone: 800-598-6624.

Marcy Robin