Our condolences go out to the family and friends of long-time DS cousin LdyAnne, who passed away this week following surgery.  I always enjoyed seeing LdyAnne at Fests and think I will miss her laughter the most.  You may also have known her as the webmaster (or webmistress, as she preferred) of the CFDS Fan Club.  RIP, LdyAnne. ♥

SHADOWGRAM – THE OFFICIAL DARK SHADOWS NEWS ONLINE UPDATES
MONDAY, 06-28-2021 * SHADOWGRAM UPDATE # 446
 
"DARK SHADOWS & BEYOND - THE JONATHAN FRID STORY" DOCUMENTARY TO BE RELEASED OCTOBER 5
 
As a special "Dark Shadows" 55th Anniversary presentation, MPI Home Video has announced the DVD/Blu-Ray and digital release of DARK SHADOWS & BEYOND - THE JONATHAN FRID STORY on October 5, 2021. ("Dark Shadows" debuted as a daytime drama on ABC-TV on June 27, 1966.)
 
DARK SHADOWS & BEYOND – THE JONATHAN FRID STORY is the first-ever feature-length documentary devoted to the Canadian-born actor who became a television star sensation with his portrayal of guilt-ridden vampire Barnabas Collins on the original 1966-1971 Dark Shadows. The series turning the classically trained, forty-something Frid into a romantic figure and unlikely teen idol. DARK SHADOWS & BEYOND – THE JONATHAN FRID STORY reveals the man beneath the vampire’s cloak, exploring Frid’s personal and professional struggles, artistic triumphs and rise to fame. Among the family, friends and co-workers who offer fresh insights are veteran talk show host and Yale Drama School classmate Dick Cavett, actresses Marion Ross (Arsenic & Old Lace) and Christina Pickles (Seizure), American Shakespeare Festival associate Anthony Zerbe and Dark Shadows colleagues David Selby, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Lara Parker, Nancy Barrett, Marie Wallace, and James Storm. The documentary also includes rare performance footage and previously unseen interviews and archival materials from Frid’s private collection.
 
Special features on the DVD and BluRay release include: Jonathan Frid in The Show of The Week: Henry IV Part 1 • Jonathan Frid Dark Shadows PBS & Festival Promotional Spots • Dark Shadows PBS Special with Jonathan Frid • Jonathan Frid Recites The Legend of Sleepy Hollow • A Dark Shadows Letter From Jonathan and more.
 
DARK SHADOWS & BEYOND - THE JONATHAN FRID STORY was produced and directed by Frid's former business partner and veteran soap opera producer Mary O'Leary, edited by Michael Giglio and executive produced by Jim Pierson.  Pre-order date for the DVD and BluRay editions will commence in the coming weeks and will subsequently
be available via online streaming services to be announced. 
 
To receive regular updates and view rare images of Jonathan Frid please visit and "like" the JONATHAN FRID DOCUMENTARY Facebook page.
 
Also, view the promotional teaser trailer at the following YouTube link:
 
OFFICIAL TRAILER Dark Shadows and Beyond: The Jonathan Frid Story

The DARK SHADOWS Playset You’ve Waited Decades For

The crypt (only) is $85 + shipping. Contact thetoyroom@yahoo.com to order

IIRC, Spectre planned to release a case for its figures but unfortunately the company didn't last.

Thanks, dom!

"Clipped" is a reality competition premiering May 12 on discovery +.  Watch the trailer via this lik to identify the filming location, or to really test yourself, just scroll down to the photo with head judge Martha Stewart:

Watch the First Trailer for Clipped, a New Topiary Competition Series Featuring Martha Stewart

Chris Pennock lost his battle with penumonia early this morning.  RIP. 

A memorial date will be announced.  Condolence cards can be sent to:

Lynn Dunn Pennock
PO Box 3611
Idyllwild, CA 92549