Print your own Slayer....
http://ninjatoes.wordpress.com/2009/04/30/buffy-summers-the-vampire-slayer/
http://ninjatoes.wordpress.com/2009/04/30/buffy-summers-the-vampire-slayer/
Monday, June 17, 2013
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Thursday, November 01, 2012
Monday, October 29, 2012
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Dark Horse Digital Vampire Sampler
If
you've got a taste for bloodsuckers, then look no further! Dark Horse
does vampires right and gives readers who crave creatures of the night a
crypt full of creepy comics!
Step into the world of Joss Whedon's Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9, as everyone's favorite Slayer adapts to her new life in San Francisco. Then check out Angel & Faith, where the vampire with a soul and the once-evil Slayer work to atone for past sins.
This preview issue also features Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden's Baltimore,
which follows a vampire hunter living in a world beset by a post–World
War I vampire infestation; samples from P. C. and Kristin Cast's story
of a vampyre boarding school in House of Night; and Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan's The Strain, in which Manhattan suffers from a vampiric plague!
• Issue features selections from Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9 #1,Angel & Faith #1, Baltimore: The Curse Bells #1, The Strain #1, and House of Night #1.
Plus, the entirety of a short story entitled "Magical Mystery Tour
Featuring the Beetles," a previously unreleased, digital-only retailer
exclusive from Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
New Willow comic coming too....
DARK HORSE ANNOUNCES WILLOW SERIES!
JOSS WHEDON’S FAN FAVORITE RETURNS!
APRIL 18, MILWAUKIE, OR – Dark
Horse Comics announces another exciting addition to the Buffyverse:
Willow gets her own miniseries!
Written by Jeff Parker (Thunderbolts, Agents of Atlas) and drawn by Brian Ching (Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Witchblade), Willow
tells the story of the witch’s obsessive journey to recover her magic.
Willow
is on a quest to bring magic back to the world, and she’ll do anything to make
it happen, including forming some unhealthy alliances after cracking the code
to travel to other dimensions—something thought impossible since the
destruction of the Seed.
Willow #1 is on sale November 21, 2012.
New Spike comic coming....
DARK HORSE ANNOUNCES SPIKE
SERIES!
JOSS WHEDON’S ANTIHERO VAMPIRE RETURNS!
APRIL 18, MILWAUKIE, OR – Dark
Horse Comics announces a brand-new Spike miniseries slated for release this
summer!
Written by Victor Gischler (X-Men, Deadpool: Merc with a Mouth)
and drawn by Paul Lee (Buffy the
Vampire Slayer, The Devil’s
Footprints), Spike promises to be
the series all Joss Whedon fans will be talking about.
Spike
ventures off world in his bug ship in order to get away from some personal
frustration on terra firma, and winds up sucked into a demonic plot to take
advantage of the absence of magic on earth.
“What
I love about working with Dark Horse on Buffy-related
material is that they take great care to capture the feel of the characters and
stories from the television show, of which I was a huge fan. Getting my hands
on the characters I’ve loved so much over the years is a dream come true,” said
Gischler.
Spike #1 will be on sale
August 22, 2012!
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Save Evil Squirrel Comics in Rogers Park!
This is my new comic store. I heart it! Why? Friendly dudes. A nice subscription service. Knitting Night. Kid's Movie Club, A mutual love for horror and Buffydom....did I mention a Knitting Night? Well you should check it out. Its right around the corner from the Mayne Stage (where we rocked it at Deathscribe a few days ago) a hop skip and jump from the Morse Redline stop and close to our good good buddies at the Lifeline Theatre. Evil Squirrel Comics is in a bit of financial woesomeness and I really don't want another awesome comic book store to close yall. They are amazing community centers to meet people and share ideas, as well as being the place that I buy my floppy cartoon fix. We need local businesses like Evil Squirrel. So stick it to the Barnes and Noble Man...buy your comics, games, t-shirts, and toys from a friendly awesome local business like Evil Squirrel!
Also...TODAY there is a Groupon Now! And it is new comic day! Weeee! Ask for suggestions when you get there and you can get yourself a sweet comic or pick up a few Christmas presents. I recommend Locke and Key...or Swamp Thing. I am planning to pick up DC Super Pets, Patrick the Wolfboy, and Tiny Titans for my nieces for Christmas. And perhaps a Munchkin game for the teens? And don't forget a plushy Cthulhu...
Monday, September 12, 2011
Thursday, July 07, 2011
Everything's Coming up Whedon at Chicago Comic Con
If you did not already know..it seems like just about every star from anything Joss Whedon will be at this summer's Chicago Comic Con. I am feeling a bit overwhelmed at the whedony goodness. They still have special Buffyfest VIP tickets available.
Julie Benz
Charisma Carpenter
Nicolas Brendon
Kelly Donovan
James Marsters
Clare Kramer
Mercedes McNab
Felicia Day
Morena Baccarin
Julie Benz
Charisma Carpenter
Nicolas Brendon
Kelly Donovan
James Marsters
Clare Kramer
Mercedes McNab
Felicia Day
Morena Baccarin
Monday, May 02, 2011
See The Mayor on stage in Chicago in The Madness of King George....
Harry Groener is starring in the Madness of King George at Chicago Shakespeare. I am thinking about seeing it. It is gotten some great reviews and two of my friends are in it. I hate to drop cash on pricey plays though when I can see three shows for the cost of one Chicago Shakes ticket...but it is THE MAYOR after all....
I miss you Buffy....listening to the soundtracks....
It's a long day at work today. I am pushing through trying to get a bunch of costumes sewn in a jiffy. needing some motivation, I popped in all the Buffy soundtracks. It is amazing how much these songs are tied to the show in my brain...and how the show is so tied to emotions and memories in my brain as well. Each song elicits a specific response and all of them make me miss this show so much. Perhaps that is why I lost interest in the comic? I think the music was that final amazing element of the show...
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
New Buffy and Angel DVD Boxsets 65% for a short time....
They have repackaged the dvd sets in slimmer cases. They should take up less space that way...but I am guessing that means that the dvds are stacked on each other in the case. Which means the get extra scratchy. It does not look like they have updated any of the original disc art, which would have been a nice update.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Monday, February 07, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
Thursday, August 05, 2010
Thursday, April 08, 2010
Slayathon 2010! Buffy Viewing for Charity=Awesome Fun!
7th Annual Slay-A-Thon
Make-A-Wish Foundation Benefit
Saturday, June 19th, 2009
11:30 AM - Midnight
Dave & Buster's Gold Coast - Showroom1030 N. Clark Street (Clark at Oak)
Chicago, Illinois
In 6 years...
$67,000 raised...
13 wishes granted...
Monday, March 15, 2010
More Improvised Whedon Shows!
That's right Whedon-ites, we have three more shows coming to Chicago starting this Thursday, March 18th at 8pm with special guest Vintage Grandma!!!
Improvised Joss Whedon is playing at
Gorilla Tango Theater
1919 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 598-4549
New Show Dates:
Thursday March 18th at 8pm with Vintage Grandma
Monday March 22nd at 8pm with TBD opening team
Monday March 29th at 8pm with Baby on the Cusp
Improvised Joss Whedon is playing at
Gorilla Tango Theater
1919 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 598-4549
New Show Dates:
Thursday March 18th at 8pm with Vintage Grandma
Monday March 22nd at 8pm with TBD opening team
Monday March 29th at 8pm with Baby on the Cusp
Friday, March 12, 2010
Wildclaw's "Legion" Trailer!
Horror fans...come see my latest play. It's scary good. And I swear an episode is coming...swear it.
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Tonner does Firefly! Squeal! Convention Breakout Event!
I collect these dolls and we have been BEGGING Robert Tonner to do Buffy or Firefly for years now. I am so glad! Yeah they aren't cheap but you can bet they will be gorgeous and soooo worth it. I cannot wait for the convention! Squeal!
Browncoats’ Breakfast Saturday - 8:30am - Breakout Event $165 - requires separate ticket purchase) Browncoats, Smugglers, Shepherds and Companions gather in a secret location from The Alliance to revel in the cult phenomenon known as ‘Firefly’. Joss Whedon’s blended science fiction and western sub cultures play into the highly original Fox Television Series and its subsequent Universal Pictures film ‘Serenity’. Robert Tonner invites you to his latest pop-culture partnership as he presents your very special Inara Serra souvenir and the debut of Malcolm Reynolds to the Tonner Character Figure™ family. Think sci-fi western in your attire (optional, of course) and be prepared to evacuate should any Reavers invade the breakfast buffet!
Browncoats’ Breakfast Saturday - 8:30am - Breakout Event $165 - requires separate ticket purchase) Browncoats, Smugglers, Shepherds and Companions gather in a secret location from The Alliance to revel in the cult phenomenon known as ‘Firefly’. Joss Whedon’s blended science fiction and western sub cultures play into the highly original Fox Television Series and its subsequent Universal Pictures film ‘Serenity’. Robert Tonner invites you to his latest pop-culture partnership as he presents your very special Inara Serra souvenir and the debut of Malcolm Reynolds to the Tonner Character Figure™ family. Think sci-fi western in your attire (optional, of course) and be prepared to evacuate should any Reavers invade the breakfast buffet!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Buffy Throne of the Slayer Statue
Ouch...tis pricey but pretty awesome.
Celebrating Joss Whedon's long-running television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer is the Throne of the Slayer - Buffy Summers Maquette. This detailed sculpture presents an elaborately seated chosen one, awaiting her next battle with the weight of her duty as the Slayer heavy on her shoulders. Each piece is individually painted and finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The Throne of the Slayer - Buffy Summers Maquette is an outstanding addition to any collection, a must-have for all Whedon fans.
Monday, February 22, 2010
MS Walk time again!
Please consider sponsoring me for the Chicago MS Walk 2010...or join me for the walk! I will be knitting something orange and walking...
Also...buffy stuff coming...i swear.
Also...buffy stuff coming...i swear.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Episode coming....
Yeah I know...filled with lies. But I am saying it now...I am recording this weekend. And all new but probably non-exciting episode for you...
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Widdling down the Buffy Swag on Ebay!
So I got engaged yall...which means I might have to turn into a grownup. I most definitely need to get rid of a lot of random stuff lying about my house. So i am painfully purging a bunch of my Buffy stuff. Check out some of it on ebay right now!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Friday, October 16, 2009
Welcome the littlest slayer...charlotte grace prinze!
Buffy's a momma..as of October 19th...yes I am very late to report this. shut up.
Her name is Charlotte Grace Prinze..which is lovely.
Her name is Charlotte Grace Prinze..which is lovely.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
20% off at Cinequest.com
Using the code OCT20 for the next three days...all in stock stuff at Cinequest is on sale. nice deal.
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Vote for Buffy & Firefly in the Tonner Poll!
Take the survey listed on the news page and vote for Buffy and Firefly/Serenity! I am excited that they were even on the ballot as potential franchises for the Tonner Doll Company. Tonner makes awesome collectibles and would do a bang up job on any Whedon swag....
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Joss finally gets his Emmy!
Finally right? Congrats to Joss and the entire Dr. Horrible cast and crew!
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Buffy/Angel Blowout Sale at Time & Space Toys!
Big sale over at TST. I'll admit I ordered the buffy/angel ornament set for my buffy christmas tree!
Buffy & Angel 75% OFF Blowout
We're clearancing out a bunch of our in-stock Buffy the Vampire Slayer stuff! We're on the tail end of a big move into a new facility (and frankly, it's too small for some of this stuff) so time to unload! And 75% off is a huge incentive to get it moving out. This week it's ALL items in the Buffy/Angel category. Click here to see the whole list.
Sale applies to only in-stock items, (no pre-orders, or backorders). Coupon code "slay75" must be used at checkout to get the discount. Items must be from the above category to apply. Sale is good only through this Friday night, midnight PDT (Sept11th). A minimum purchase of $50 (before coupon) is required to make the 75% coupon work. So if you put $50 worth of stuff in your cart from that catagory, you will only pay $12.50! Sale cannot be retro active and does not apply to any orders made before September 9th, 2009.
75% Off any in-stock item from TST store category, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel". with a pre-coupon checkout total of $50 of more.
Use coupon code "slay75" during checkout to get the 75% off saving to applicable items. Must contain at least $50 in cart before checkout to use the coupon. Items that apply to coupon must be from the Buffy/Angel category. Orders placed before Sept 9th, 2009 are not valid for this offer.
Buffy & Angel 75% OFF Blowout
We're clearancing out a bunch of our in-stock Buffy the Vampire Slayer stuff! We're on the tail end of a big move into a new facility (and frankly, it's too small for some of this stuff) so time to unload! And 75% off is a huge incentive to get it moving out. This week it's ALL items in the Buffy/Angel category. Click here to see the whole list.
Sale applies to only in-stock items, (no pre-orders, or backorders). Coupon code "slay75" must be used at checkout to get the discount. Items must be from the above category to apply. Sale is good only through this Friday night, midnight PDT (Sept11th). A minimum purchase of $50 (before coupon) is required to make the 75% coupon work. So if you put $50 worth of stuff in your cart from that catagory, you will only pay $12.50! Sale cannot be retro active and does not apply to any orders made before September 9th, 2009.
75% Off any in-stock item from TST store category, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel". with a pre-coupon checkout total of $50 of more.
Use coupon code "slay75" during checkout to get the 75% off saving to applicable items. Must contain at least $50 in cart before checkout to use the coupon. Items that apply to coupon must be from the Buffy/Angel category. Orders placed before Sept 9th, 2009 are not valid for this offer.
Monday, September 07, 2009
Episode #032 Back to School Lessons!
In this episode: Episode Review of Lessons, Designer Imposter: Mad Men, Genuine Molded Plastic, and local Chicago Horror Events.
Click to Listen!
Episode Review: 7:1 Lessons
Designer Imposter: Madmen
Genuine Molded Plastic:
Buffy Eaglemoss Fig & Magazine
Angel and Spike Eaglemoss Fig and Magazines
Tooned Up Faith
Buffy Corkscrew I scored at Wizard World!
In Closing:
Wildclaw Zombie Bowling
Wildclaw Deathscribe
Wildclaw Blood Radio Podcast/Blog
My Copious Spare Time Crafty Podcast/Blog
Joss'd Podcast
Coming up: Life of the Party, Hex, Vampire Diaries, the comics!
Friday, September 04, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Check me out...I got interviewed (and not by the police!)
Check me out...in my other life as a costume designer and lover of all things with TENTACLES...the wonderful Innsmouth Free Press did a little write up...check it out and spend some time poking around their great website!
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Sparkly Vampire Lipgloss anyone? Twilight Venom by Duwop
Perhaps this is taking things a bit too far? Not sure. I do love the Duwop Venom lipgloss though. Tis amazing and this color looks great.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Episode #031 Wooly Headed Liberal Thinking
Click to Listen:
Puppet Show! Where are They Now? Armin Shimerman! Gaming in the Whedonverse: Chaos Bleeds, and Trivia!
Annotated Buffy: Puppet Show
IGN Chaos Bleeds Info
Chaos Bleeds Wiki
Puppet Show! Where are They Now? Armin Shimerman! Gaming in the Whedonverse: Chaos Bleeds, and Trivia!
Annotated Buffy: Puppet Show
IGN Chaos Bleeds Info
Chaos Bleeds Wiki
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Sunday, August 02, 2009
Buffy/Angel Swap on Ravelry...
I'm thinking of signing up. I did a sci-fi swap recently and it was awesome. A Buffy one might be uber-fun!
Buffy/Angel Swap
Buffy/Angel Swap
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Tooned Up Faith!
There's a red Exclusive Tooned Up Faith up for order at Sideshow...
And a white one as well...
I finally ordered myself the End of Days Buffy statue...review coming shortly in *gasp* a podcast. yeah yeah yeah...i know you've all heard that lie before. But I swear...one's on its way.
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Dollhouse dvd for pre-order! Both Fancy & Non
The fancy pants SDCC edition of DOllhouse is up for pre-order yall...I still haven't decided if I am springing for the fancy version or not...
Here's the link to the plain jane version...
Here's the link to the plain jane version...
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Vampire Diaries Series Premiere Extended Trailer
Watch and let me know what ya think!I think that dude looks A LOT like Nicholas Brendan.
Series Premiere Extended Trailer
Shared via AddThis
Series Premiere Extended Trailer
Shared via AddThis
Monday, June 08, 2009
Sunday, June 07, 2009
Episode #030 Whedonverse Ramble: Non-Joss Buffy, Dollhouse, and More
Click to Listen!
In this episode: Talk about a Buffy film without Joss, Dollhouse, Cabin in the Woods, Castle, TV Renewals, Vampire Diaries, Twilight, True Blood, V, Twitter, Hulu, and much much more...
http://www.hulu.com/dollhouse
In this episode: Talk about a Buffy film without Joss, Dollhouse, Cabin in the Woods, Castle, TV Renewals, Vampire Diaries, Twilight, True Blood, V, Twitter, Hulu, and much much more...
http://www.hulu.com/dollhouse
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Deathscribe 2009 Accepting Submissions: Horror Audio Drama Fest
Would like to let you know about WildClaw Theatre's Second Annual International Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival.
Whew. Otherwise known as DEATHSCRIBE 2009.
Last October we brought almost 400 theatre, horror, and old-time radio fans together in Chicago's historic Music Box Theatre on a Monday night for a festival of short, scary radio dramas. Live actors, live foley artists and live musicians -- it was fantastic. And the pieces we produced were drawn from submissions we received from writers and horror enthusiasts all over the world.
We're doing it again. And we'd like y'all to be a part of it. We're looking for short pieces -- ten minutes or so -- written in audio drama format. And we're looking for scary. It could be old-school suspense, it could be gratuitous violence, it could be psychological terror, it could be a rubber monster romp.
We think it's an interesting challenge for a writer: ten pages, dialogue and sound effects only, and scary. We had about forty submissions last year, and every single one had a different take on the challenge. This year, we'd like to see your take.
Here is a page with all the official rules and whatnot. And for inspiration, here is a link to our daily blog where we have podcast recordings of last year's five winning pieces. Think you can beat them? We'd love to read it, perform it live and record it for posterity.
Hope to hear from you soon (before the end of July!).
Cheers and happy nightmares,
The WildClaw Mailing Daemon
Whew. Otherwise known as DEATHSCRIBE 2009.
Last October we brought almost 400 theatre, horror, and old-time radio fans together in Chicago's historic Music Box Theatre on a Monday night for a festival of short, scary radio dramas. Live actors, live foley artists and live musicians -- it was fantastic. And the pieces we produced were drawn from submissions we received from writers and horror enthusiasts all over the world.
We're doing it again. And we'd like y'all to be a part of it. We're looking for short pieces -- ten minutes or so -- written in audio drama format. And we're looking for scary. It could be old-school suspense, it could be gratuitous violence, it could be psychological terror, it could be a rubber monster romp.
We think it's an interesting challenge for a writer: ten pages, dialogue and sound effects only, and scary. We had about forty submissions last year, and every single one had a different take on the challenge. This year, we'd like to see your take.
Here is a page with all the official rules and whatnot. And for inspiration, here is a link to our daily blog where we have podcast recordings of last year's five winning pieces. Think you can beat them? We'd love to read it, perform it live and record it for posterity.
Hope to hear from you soon (before the end of July!).
Cheers and happy nightmares,
The WildClaw Mailing Daemon
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Monday, June 01, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
Hulu loves Joss Whedon! Two Bloody Thumbs Up!
Okay, I know I am really really late to the Hulu thing. You know it's bad when your mom has used something on the internets before you have. So I decided last night to give it a try after failing yet again to get the netflix instant play to work on my Mac...grumble. Verdict: Hulu was fabulous!
I was also pleased to see that they have a whole channel dedicated to horror! You can watch episodes of long cancelled sci-fi and horror shows like The Invisible Man and the awesome American Gothic! There are clips from upcoming films like 30 Days of Night as well as full on movies like The Birds and Aliens. All without any cost, nothing to download, and limited commercials. You do need speedy internet and sometimes the quality can be a bit gritty. But hey...free goes along way. Best yet, you can watch our beloved Buffy, Angel and Joss Whedon's latest, The Dollhouse!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Drag Me to Hell=Damn Good Fun
I saw an early screening of Sam Raimi's Drag Me to Hell on Tuesday night. T'was freaking awesome. I went with a group of my fellow horror compadres from Wildclaw Theatre and we all had a fabulous time. Bloody thumbs up all around. I will never look at dentures in the same way though. Shudder.
But anyway...what a great horror flick that was scary, gross, fun, and never once resorted to flagrant displays of boobies and demeaning imagery of women. I cannot say enough about the flick and I think it would appeal to Whedon fans. I can only hope that Joss' Cabin in the Woods will be equally swell.
But anyway...what a great horror flick that was scary, gross, fun, and never once resorted to flagrant displays of boobies and demeaning imagery of women. I cannot say enough about the flick and I think it would appeal to Whedon fans. I can only hope that Joss' Cabin in the Woods will be equally swell.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Worst Idea Ever: Buffy sans Whedon...
A buffy relaunch sans Joss..then don't call it Buffy....cause it ain't Buffy without Joss...
Friday, May 01, 2009
Slayathon 2009!
7th Annual Slay-A-Thon
Make-A-Wish Foundation Benefit
Saturday, June 20, 2009
11:30 AM - Midnight
Dave & Buster's Gold Coast - Showroom
1030 N. Clark Street (Clark at Oak)
Chicago, Illinois
Donate and tell them that I sent you!
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Episode #029 Drunken Dollhouse Ramblings!
Gwen, Casey, Brian, and I talk Dollhouse..and stray off topic a few times. Enjoy!
Support my MS Walk campaign!
Wildclaw Theatre presents the Revenants featuring Brian as a Zombie!
Support my MS Walk campaign!
Wildclaw Theatre presents the Revenants featuring Brian as a Zombie!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Buffy is Preggers Yall!
Read all about it! Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr are expecting a little slayer of their own! Congrats to them!
Thursday, April 09, 2009
Or maybe not cancelled?
Okay maybe it hasn't been cancelled....grrr fox. grr i say unto thee!
http://www.hitfix.com/blogs/2008-12-6-the-fien-print/posts/2009-4-9-dollhouse-hasn-t-actually-been-cancelled
http://www.hitfix.com/blogs/2008-12-6-the-fien-print/posts/2009-4-9-dollhouse-hasn-t-actually-been-cancelled
Dollhouse Cancelled?
It's my fault. I recorded a podcast episode about Dollhouse this weekend...which effectively jinxed it.
http://weinventedfun.com/television/article/dollhouse-cancelled
http://weinventedfun.com/television/article/dollhouse-cancelled
Friday, April 03, 2009
Hotness Alert! Captain John Action Figure
Woot...new Torchwood figure in the form of James Marsters!
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
MS Walk Time Again...Send your Money!
Come fight the evilness that is Multiple Sclerosis...join us for the May 3rd Chicago Lakefront walk or send some of your hard earned pennies my way via my donation page! Cheers!
Inkworks Closing!
Sad news...collectible card makers Inkworks is going out of business. This is a darn shame.
Cinequest has a good deal on some of their stuff. Please check it out and tell them I sent ya!
INKWORKS FAREWELL: We were very unhappy to hear that our favorite card maker, Inkworks, has closed its doors. We’ve known and admired Allan Caplan since before we started CineQuest.com. And we were always treated well by a company that made some of the best card sets ever and one that was a constant cheerleader for the non-sports world. While we are bummed that we won’t be seeing Ghost Whisperer or ongoing season sets for Smallville or Supernatural, we’re celebrating Inkworks’ legacy this week with a 20% off sale. Purchase $100 or more of Inkworks products this week, use coupon code INKWORKS and we’ll deduct 20% from your order (not including shipping).
Cinequest has a good deal on some of their stuff. Please check it out and tell them I sent ya!
INKWORKS FAREWELL: We were very unhappy to hear that our favorite card maker, Inkworks, has closed its doors. We’ve known and admired Allan Caplan since before we started CineQuest.com. And we were always treated well by a company that made some of the best card sets ever and one that was a constant cheerleader for the non-sports world. While we are bummed that we won’t be seeing Ghost Whisperer or ongoing season sets for Smallville or Supernatural, we’re celebrating Inkworks’ legacy this week with a 20% off sale. Purchase $100 or more of Inkworks products this week, use coupon code INKWORKS and we’ll deduct 20% from your order (not including shipping).
Cinequest offers Lorne Figure with Orders...
This is super sweet of them...and a nice deal to boot. I love the guys at cinequest. Tell them I sent ya....
We at CineQuest.com - all Angel and Buffy fanatics - are mourning the passing of Andy Hallett, who played the wonderful Host of Caritas, Krevlornswath of the Deathwok Clan, the emerald entertainer, Lorne! Andy passed away Sunday at the too-young age of 33 after battling heart disease for five years. Some of us here had the opportunity to meet Andy at conventions and he was always fun to be around and warm to fans! We'll miss him but are glad we will always have his great creation on DVD to belt out a show tune, crack wise or add heart and soul to a dire situation. We wish those close to Andy well and send our heartfelt condolences. Goodnight, Andy.
In honor of Andy, all orders of $25 or more of in-stock merchandise this week will receive a free "House Always Wins" Lorne action figure so he'll be on all our shelves as a wonderful memory. Once you order, just send us a note at info@cinequest.com asking us to include Lorne in your package.
We at CineQuest.com - all Angel and Buffy fanatics - are mourning the passing of Andy Hallett, who played the wonderful Host of Caritas, Krevlornswath of the Deathwok Clan, the emerald entertainer, Lorne! Andy passed away Sunday at the too-young age of 33 after battling heart disease for five years. Some of us here had the opportunity to meet Andy at conventions and he was always fun to be around and warm to fans! We'll miss him but are glad we will always have his great creation on DVD to belt out a show tune, crack wise or add heart and soul to a dire situation. We wish those close to Andy well and send our heartfelt condolences. Goodnight, Andy.
In honor of Andy, all orders of $25 or more of in-stock merchandise this week will receive a free "House Always Wins" Lorne action figure so he'll be on all our shelves as a wonderful memory. Once you order, just send us a note at info@cinequest.com asking us to include Lorne in your package.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Electric Tiki: Dark Willow
Swag Alert! Dark Willow Tooned Up is available for pre-order. Sigh. I sooo wish I had the cash for these. They all look fabulous!
Based on original animation designs by Tracy Mark Lee, Dark Willow stands approximately 10" tall atop her base. Each piece is hand cast in high quality polystone and hand painted to exacting standards. It is packaged in a durable foam interior and a beautiful full color box. Don't miss this chance to add the Dark Willow Statue to your collection!
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Buffy Between the Lines: My Willy Episode!
Check out the episode of Buffy Between the Lines Season two that I wrote: A Bartender Always Pours Twice! Weeee, it's film noir and Willy! I think they did a fabulous job producing this one. I was very very pleased.
Now hopefully I can get my butt moving on a podcast. ugh...
Now hopefully I can get my butt moving on a podcast. ugh...
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Capt. Tightpants Alert: Castle
Last night, Nathan Fillion's new show, Castle, premiered on ABC. I liked it. He is adorable. The show is a bit cutesy at the moment but shows some promise. If you like Bones and the faux flirting of Booth and Brennan....than you will probably like this show. I would love to know what you thought?
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Dollhouse DVD already planned..which is good.
I read over on EchoAlert that Dollhouse will be getting a 13 episode dvd of season one. Great news. Here's hoping we get more seasons than just one.
Also, there are several Dollhouse podcasts out there...please let me know which ones you like. I have a couple on my ipod at the moment but have yet to check them out.
Also, there are several Dollhouse podcasts out there...please let me know which ones you like. I have a couple on my ipod at the moment but have yet to check them out.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Dollhouse...What did you think?
Gentle listeners/readers....
What say you on Whedon's Dollhouse? I still have to watch the second episode so i am waiting to post my comments until then...
What say you on Whedon's Dollhouse? I still have to watch the second episode so i am waiting to post my comments until then...
The Abridged Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Watch it here...http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=494727
Buffy, the Vampire Slayer (Abridged)
Buffy, the Vampire Slayer (Abridged)
Friday, February 13, 2009
Dollhouse pending!
Weeeeeeee! It's almost time for brand new whedony goodness. Please let me know what you think! I cannot wait!
Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Dollhouse is coming...Squeeeee!
I have seen not one but several Dollhouse promos. Very exciting. I am working on a new podcast to come out before v-day and then I am tentatively planning to release an episode after every new dollhouse episode. Ambitious I know...and I can guarantee that these will be rough...and I will not be doing spoilers. I am staying spoiler free for Dollhouse yall. Living clean.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Friday, January 23, 2009
Yes I am still alive...no I have not recorded a podcast
In the midst of hateful opera-ness and letting all my buffy love languish. My comics are practically dusty...my dvds look at me longingly when i enter the room. Sigh.
But Supernatural is back...and Christian Kane is very yummy on Leverage!
But Supernatural is back...and Christian Kane is very yummy on Leverage!
Sunday, January 04, 2009
Selling off Ridiculous Amounts of Stuff on Ebay!
Okay...my various collections have reached an embarrassing critical mass. So it's time to purge a bit (mostly so that I can work them back up to an equally embarrassing state in like 2 years). So please check out my ebay auctions filled with everything from shoes to Buffy Figures to Barbies to an Mp3 Player to lots of CCG card games and role playing game stuff. Like I said...silly amounts of randomness!
Thursday, January 01, 2009
My Twitter
I have twitter http://twitter.com/alyrenee
And...eventually there will be a podcast. For some reason I am lacking any motivation on this front. Sorry yall. I will try though....
And...eventually there will be a podcast. For some reason I am lacking any motivation on this front. Sorry yall. I will try though....
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Buffy Ornament Swap
Check out all the lovely ornaments the folks made for the Buffy Ornament Swap. I adore all the stuff I got. I made little plushy stakes for my group. Here's a photo Buffyfest took of my ornament...
Friday, December 19, 2008
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Chicago Twilight Convention...Squeal!
February 6-8 2009Chicago, Illinois
WYNDHAM O'HARE6810 N. Mannheim RoadRosemont, Illinois 60018Convention rescheduled-Please note new dates for eventFans of TWILIGHT will gather for a Chicago Twilight Convention February 6, 7, and 8, 2009 and have the opportunity to meet celebrity guests from the upcoming film TWILIGHT.Events will include:
* Autograph sessions (where you can meet celebrity guests and receive a personally signed autograph)
* Photo-op sessions (the opportunity to pose for a photo with the celebrity guests)
* Panel discussions
* Q & A's with the celebrity guests
* Parties
* A dealers room
* Exclusive receptions
* And more!
The TWILIGHT Chicago 2009 Convention will be in Chicago, the birth place of Edward!The Event will take place at a convention center/hotel just minutes from Chicago O'Hare airport. A hotel room discount rate of only $99.00 has been arranged for Twilight fans - discount hotel registration, ticket sales info, and the first celebrity guests will be announced soon.Click here for information on how to reserve your discount hotel room at the Wyndham O’Hare.Check back on www.flashbackweekend.com for updates.This is an unofficial event and not associated with Stephenie Meyer, Hachette Book Group, or Summit Entertainment.Details on our annual summer Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention 2009 to be announced. Check back for updates.
WYNDHAM O'HARE6810 N. Mannheim RoadRosemont, Illinois 60018Convention rescheduled-Please note new dates for eventFans of TWILIGHT will gather for a Chicago Twilight Convention February 6, 7, and 8, 2009 and have the opportunity to meet celebrity guests from the upcoming film TWILIGHT.Events will include:
* Autograph sessions (where you can meet celebrity guests and receive a personally signed autograph)
* Photo-op sessions (the opportunity to pose for a photo with the celebrity guests)
* Panel discussions
* Q & A's with the celebrity guests
* Parties
* A dealers room
* Exclusive receptions
* And more!
The TWILIGHT Chicago 2009 Convention will be in Chicago, the birth place of Edward!The Event will take place at a convention center/hotel just minutes from Chicago O'Hare airport. A hotel room discount rate of only $99.00 has been arranged for Twilight fans - discount hotel registration, ticket sales info, and the first celebrity guests will be announced soon.Click here for information on how to reserve your discount hotel room at the Wyndham O’Hare.Check back on www.flashbackweekend.com for updates.This is an unofficial event and not associated with Stephenie Meyer, Hachette Book Group, or Summit Entertainment.Details on our annual summer Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention 2009 to be announced. Check back for updates.
Monday, December 08, 2008
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
DIY Whedon: Give the Gift of Handmade Buffy!
Buy Handmade...It's the coolest...and you don't support the MAN.
Try Etsy for awesome stuff...Here are some ideas:
Buffy Monster Knitting Stitch Markers... and Scooby Markers
Festive DIY Buffy and Spike Top
Buffy Custom Figure by Jess!
Buffy Plush Stake Made by Me!
Spike Lino Print on Loose Leaf
Slayer Necklace
And this gal has hand dyed sock yarn named after Buffy episodes! Gotta love that...and I do love to buy sock yarn!
Try Etsy for awesome stuff...Here are some ideas:
Buffy Monster Knitting Stitch Markers... and Scooby Markers
Festive DIY Buffy and Spike Top
Buffy Custom Figure by Jess!
Buffy Plush Stake Made by Me!
Spike Lino Print on Loose Leaf
Slayer Necklace
And this gal has hand dyed sock yarn named after Buffy episodes! Gotta love that...and I do love to buy sock yarn!
Friday, November 21, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Shiny Alert! Little Damn Heroes Mal Statue!
Little Damn Mal!
I aim to misbehave.' With these words, Malcolm Reynolds, captain of the Firefly-class transport Serenity, let loose upon the Alliance the kind of retribution only a man with nothing left to lose can exact. And now the Mal, the man of action, is captured in this limited edition, hand-painted animated maquette, designed by well-known artist Adam Levermore-Rich, creator of the Blue Sun Travel Posters and the best-selling Battlestar Galactica Propaganda Posters. The 4 1/2" resin statue shows Mal ready for action, his gun drawn and browncoat billowing behind him as though he's just taken a bead on some Purple Belly who's earned his righteous ire. Details in the maquette include screen-accurate sculpts of his boots, suspenders, even his pistol. Only 1,000 limited-edition 'Aim to Misbehave' maquettes will be made, after which this design will be retired forever. Best get yours before they're gone for good! Painted and ready to display.
Regular Price: $54.95
Monday, November 10, 2008
Shiny Alert! Inara Strikes Statue on Sale for $50!
Awesome and most tempting deal on the cool Inara statue over at Action Figure Express....
Inara Strikes 49.50
Inara Strikes 49.50
Friday, October 31, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Joss talks Dollhouse
Straight from whedonesque.com
What happened when the lights went out. Sadly, this is not a naughty
post. It’s just Joss nattering on again.
I thought it was time to check in with you once again, gentle
viewers. Or readers. Or pictures-looker-ats (that might be viewers).
Also listeners, sniffers, haberdashers, Olympic hopefuls, the
elderly, the youngerdly, and the mighty state of Oregon (go Oregon-
based sports franchise!) Welcome all. Welcome... to me.
What’s me up to? I’m glad me asked. Me’ve (I’m not doing that any
more) been working on a little show called Dollhouse. Yes, perhaps
you’ve read about how it’s blazing an untrammeled path to surefire
success, with nary a hitch or a hiccup, just pure blazing blazery,
comet-like and meteoresque. What’s that, you say? You’ve read other
things? Dark, Yog-Sothothy rumors about shutdowns and delays?
Poppycock! They’re true. But I never pass up a chance to say
"poppycock". ("Balderdash" is so ’07. Let it go.) I know there’s been
a lot of concern, various fabulous hues of panic alert readiness. So
here’s the skinny. Some of the names have been changed.
The show was ruined by Flim Flinear. Okay, that’s another lie, and
you’re probably close to giving up on this blog, so here we go. Yes,
we’ve had to make adjustments. Yes, it’s been hard and I’ve been
depressing to be around for awhile. Basically, the Network and I had
different ideas about what the tone of the show would be. They bought
something somewhat different than what I was selling them, which is
not that uncommon in this business. Their desires were not
surprising: up the stakes, make the episodes more stand-alone, stop
talking about relationships and cut to the chase. Oh, and add a
chase. That you can cut to. Nothing I hadn’t heard before on my other
shows (apparently my learning curve has no bendy part) but
frustrating as hell given our circumstances - a pilot shot, scripts
written, everybody marching together/gainfully employed... and then a
shutdown. Glad I was for the breathing room, but it’s hardly
auspicious. So back into the writer cave I went, wondering why I put
up with this when I can make literally dozens of dollars making
internet movies. Why I do put up with this is divided into three parts.
One: They’re not wrong. Oh, we don’t see eye-to-eye on everything,
but wanting the first episodes to be exciting and accessible is not
exactly Satanic. Being Satan is, but that’s in their free time and
hey, there’s no judging in the Dollhouse. This kind of back and forth
has happened on every show I’ve done, so if you liked those, chances
are that was a part of why. And the need to focus on the essentials
of what makes this universe tick - and which wire to cut to make it
stop - really does bring up our game. So we as a staff have gone from
blinking like unhoused moles to delving in with the same relish we
had when we started. The show is really coming together now, in a way
that I believe excites us and satisfies the Network. Of course, I
have no idea if anybody else will like it, but I have the same faith
in the staff, the crew and the remarkable cast that I always did.
More, in fact. And what’s more crucial:
Two: Nothing essential has changed about the universe. The ideas and
relationships that intrigued me from the start are all there (though
some have shifted, more on that), and the progression of the first
thirteen eps has me massively excited. The episode we’re shooting now
I wrote as fast as anything I have before, not because I had to
(although, funny side-note: I had to) but because I couldn’t stop the
words from coming. Because I can feel the show talking to me;
delighting, scaring and occasionally even offending me. It’s alive.
Alive! Which is a far cry from how I felt a month ago. It’s been
hilarious trying to keep up with what’s in, what’s out, who’s met
whom and when - we’ve shot all of the first seven episodes out of
airing order - but it’s come together in a pretty thrilling way. My
huge gratitude to our cast for their precision and patience. Which
also includes...
Three: Eliza. Watching her on the monitors at two o’clock this
morning I was reminded forcibly how much I wished I were in bed – but
also how strong, radiant and unmistakable her presence is. She’s
someone who could coast on talent and never ever does. I love to
watch her work. In fact, I think I got myself into this mess for that
very reason, and though I have this fall occasionally sworn never to
eat lunch with an actor I like again, I’m pretty pleased and crazy
proud.
So here’s me, slogging away on a show like days of old and not hating
life. Again, you guys will be the judge, jury and execu... lawyer,
but we do have something to show you. Something, I’m chuffed to say,
still pretty damn strange.
As for what’s been changed, well, some things I obviously can’t tell
you. Some I can, for the record: The original pilot was in fact
thrown out. Again, at my behest. Once it became clear what paradigm
the Network was shooting for, it just didn’t fit at all, even after
I’d reshot more than half of it (see above re: despair). To get a
sense of how completely turned around I was during this process, you
should know there was a scene with Eliza and the astonishing Ashley
Johnson that I wrote and shot completely differently three different
times, with different characters in different places (actually I
wrote it closer to eight times), and none of it will ever see air.
Which is as it should be (though I’m determined to get Ms. Johnson
back in the future). The scene just didn’t belong anymore. Similarly,
the character of November has fallen out of the mix, because the show
simply moves too fast now for me to do what I wanted with her. Season
three, anyone...? Happily, Miracle Laurie is still with us in a new
role, playing against (and pining for) Tahmoh’s character, Paul
Ballard. Their chemistry is deeply nifty. The only other major cast
shift is that the Dollhouse head of security, Laurence Dominic
(played by Reed Diamond), who was written just for the now-defunct
first ep, has stuck like fly-paper, and Reed is very much in the
family for the present. (Most of my problems seem to involve my
actors making themselves indispensable. This is the good problem kind.)
Apart from that, it’s all hush-hush: some things I’d intended to hold
back are laid out much sooner, and some are rolling out more slowly.
We’re still heading toward Tim’s intense two-part mind-blower - right
before a thirteenth ep that may actually just be insane.
And finally, young Steve DeKnight, after writing and shooting an ep
so cool it helped not only define the show but save its ass, is
ending his consulting duties, the f#%&er. I will be crying on the
shoulder of Jane Espenson come Monday, so congratudolences are in
order. Excited for the Jane Flava.
And there you have it. I’ll be writing more bulletins about "Cabin"
and a certain DVD in the very near future, but I wanted to get you
all some actual information for a change. I can count on you guys not
to tell anyone, right? What’s a blog?
Faithfully, -joss.
What happened when the lights went out. Sadly, this is not a naughty
post. It’s just Joss nattering on again.
I thought it was time to check in with you once again, gentle
viewers. Or readers. Or pictures-looker-ats (that might be viewers).
Also listeners, sniffers, haberdashers, Olympic hopefuls, the
elderly, the youngerdly, and the mighty state of Oregon (go Oregon-
based sports franchise!) Welcome all. Welcome... to me.
What’s me up to? I’m glad me asked. Me’ve (I’m not doing that any
more) been working on a little show called Dollhouse. Yes, perhaps
you’ve read about how it’s blazing an untrammeled path to surefire
success, with nary a hitch or a hiccup, just pure blazing blazery,
comet-like and meteoresque. What’s that, you say? You’ve read other
things? Dark, Yog-Sothothy rumors about shutdowns and delays?
Poppycock! They’re true. But I never pass up a chance to say
"poppycock". ("Balderdash" is so ’07. Let it go.) I know there’s been
a lot of concern, various fabulous hues of panic alert readiness. So
here’s the skinny. Some of the names have been changed.
The show was ruined by Flim Flinear. Okay, that’s another lie, and
you’re probably close to giving up on this blog, so here we go. Yes,
we’ve had to make adjustments. Yes, it’s been hard and I’ve been
depressing to be around for awhile. Basically, the Network and I had
different ideas about what the tone of the show would be. They bought
something somewhat different than what I was selling them, which is
not that uncommon in this business. Their desires were not
surprising: up the stakes, make the episodes more stand-alone, stop
talking about relationships and cut to the chase. Oh, and add a
chase. That you can cut to. Nothing I hadn’t heard before on my other
shows (apparently my learning curve has no bendy part) but
frustrating as hell given our circumstances - a pilot shot, scripts
written, everybody marching together/gainfully employed... and then a
shutdown. Glad I was for the breathing room, but it’s hardly
auspicious. So back into the writer cave I went, wondering why I put
up with this when I can make literally dozens of dollars making
internet movies. Why I do put up with this is divided into three parts.
One: They’re not wrong. Oh, we don’t see eye-to-eye on everything,
but wanting the first episodes to be exciting and accessible is not
exactly Satanic. Being Satan is, but that’s in their free time and
hey, there’s no judging in the Dollhouse. This kind of back and forth
has happened on every show I’ve done, so if you liked those, chances
are that was a part of why. And the need to focus on the essentials
of what makes this universe tick - and which wire to cut to make it
stop - really does bring up our game. So we as a staff have gone from
blinking like unhoused moles to delving in with the same relish we
had when we started. The show is really coming together now, in a way
that I believe excites us and satisfies the Network. Of course, I
have no idea if anybody else will like it, but I have the same faith
in the staff, the crew and the remarkable cast that I always did.
More, in fact. And what’s more crucial:
Two: Nothing essential has changed about the universe. The ideas and
relationships that intrigued me from the start are all there (though
some have shifted, more on that), and the progression of the first
thirteen eps has me massively excited. The episode we’re shooting now
I wrote as fast as anything I have before, not because I had to
(although, funny side-note: I had to) but because I couldn’t stop the
words from coming. Because I can feel the show talking to me;
delighting, scaring and occasionally even offending me. It’s alive.
Alive! Which is a far cry from how I felt a month ago. It’s been
hilarious trying to keep up with what’s in, what’s out, who’s met
whom and when - we’ve shot all of the first seven episodes out of
airing order - but it’s come together in a pretty thrilling way. My
huge gratitude to our cast for their precision and patience. Which
also includes...
Three: Eliza. Watching her on the monitors at two o’clock this
morning I was reminded forcibly how much I wished I were in bed – but
also how strong, radiant and unmistakable her presence is. She’s
someone who could coast on talent and never ever does. I love to
watch her work. In fact, I think I got myself into this mess for that
very reason, and though I have this fall occasionally sworn never to
eat lunch with an actor I like again, I’m pretty pleased and crazy
proud.
So here’s me, slogging away on a show like days of old and not hating
life. Again, you guys will be the judge, jury and execu... lawyer,
but we do have something to show you. Something, I’m chuffed to say,
still pretty damn strange.
As for what’s been changed, well, some things I obviously can’t tell
you. Some I can, for the record: The original pilot was in fact
thrown out. Again, at my behest. Once it became clear what paradigm
the Network was shooting for, it just didn’t fit at all, even after
I’d reshot more than half of it (see above re: despair). To get a
sense of how completely turned around I was during this process, you
should know there was a scene with Eliza and the astonishing Ashley
Johnson that I wrote and shot completely differently three different
times, with different characters in different places (actually I
wrote it closer to eight times), and none of it will ever see air.
Which is as it should be (though I’m determined to get Ms. Johnson
back in the future). The scene just didn’t belong anymore. Similarly,
the character of November has fallen out of the mix, because the show
simply moves too fast now for me to do what I wanted with her. Season
three, anyone...? Happily, Miracle Laurie is still with us in a new
role, playing against (and pining for) Tahmoh’s character, Paul
Ballard. Their chemistry is deeply nifty. The only other major cast
shift is that the Dollhouse head of security, Laurence Dominic
(played by Reed Diamond), who was written just for the now-defunct
first ep, has stuck like fly-paper, and Reed is very much in the
family for the present. (Most of my problems seem to involve my
actors making themselves indispensable. This is the good problem kind.)
Apart from that, it’s all hush-hush: some things I’d intended to hold
back are laid out much sooner, and some are rolling out more slowly.
We’re still heading toward Tim’s intense two-part mind-blower - right
before a thirteenth ep that may actually just be insane.
And finally, young Steve DeKnight, after writing and shooting an ep
so cool it helped not only define the show but save its ass, is
ending his consulting duties, the f#%&er. I will be crying on the
shoulder of Jane Espenson come Monday, so congratudolences are in
order. Excited for the Jane Flava.
And there you have it. I’ll be writing more bulletins about "Cabin"
and a certain DVD in the very near future, but I wanted to get you
all some actual information for a change. I can count on you guys not
to tell anyone, right? What’s a blog?
Faithfully, -joss.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Buffy-Where are they now? Article
Click to read... over at aol/tv. It's actually pretty good and I learned a ton of stuff I did not know...like Alexis Denisoff has Bell's Palsy...etc...
Friday, October 03, 2008
Wildclaw Deathscribe Horror Radio Theatre on Monday Oct 6th!
WildClaw Theatre's First Annual
DEATHSCRIBE:
Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival.
WildClaw Theatre, Chicago's Horror Theatre Company, proudly announces DEATHSCRIBE: Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival, Monday October 6th, 8:00pm at the Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Ave, Chicago IL. Hosted by WildClaw's own Aaron "Dr. AC" Christensen, this evening of spine-tingling original radio dramas, performed by renowned Chicago actors, dueling foley sound effects artists, special guests, and a live band in the historic Music Box Theatre, guarantees a uniquely satisfying evening for horror and theatre fans alike.
Admission to this one night only evening is $15 if purchased in advance through our website (www.wildclawtheatre.com) or $20 at the door, with group and student prices available.
The Plays:
"A Crying Shame", by Doug Lamoreux
"The Friend", by Jenn Udoni
"Transmission Unknown", by Charles M. Kline
"Dark and Stormy", by Albert Gerber
"Career Day", by
Chris Hainsworth
The Directors:
Jeff Christian (Seanachai Theatre, The Shakespeare Project)
Don Hall (Founding Director, WNEP Theater)
Adam Kozlowski (Lifeline Theatre, WildClaw Theatre )
Tom Mula (Award-winning Chicago playwright, actor, director, and best-selling author)
Lindsay Porter (Running With Scissors, Live Bait)
The Festival Jury:
Anne Adams (Casting Director, WildClaw Theatre)
Tony Akins
(Comic Book Illustrator, Jack of FablesPapa Midnight)
Mort Castle (Horror Author/Columbia College Faculty Member)
Nick Digilio (WGN Radio, Factory Theatre)
Adam Rockoff (Author, Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film)
Steve Scott
(Associate Producer, Goodman Theatre)
Russ Tutterow (Artistic Director, Chicago Dramatists)
The Aural Assault Team:
David Sohl and Scott Tallarida (Live and Electronic Foley Sound f/x)
Seeking Wonderland (Music)
Plus a superstar cast of Chicago's finest performers! Special guests! Prizes! Surprises!
ONE NIGHT ONLY – don't miss it!
DEATHSCRIBE kicks off WildClaw's thrilling 2008-09 theatrical season. The season continues with H.P. Lovecraft's "The Dreams in the Witch House" in November, and the premiere of Scott T. Barsotti's "The Revenants" next spring. For tickets or more information, please visit
www.wildclawtheatre.com.
The Music Box Theatre (www.musicboxtheatre.com) is near all forms of public transportation and is wheelchair accessible. Neighborhood parking is limited. Please allow extra time when arriving by car.
DEATHSCRIBE:
Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival.
WildClaw Theatre, Chicago's Horror Theatre Company, proudly announces DEATHSCRIBE: Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival, Monday October 6th, 8:00pm at the Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Ave, Chicago IL. Hosted by WildClaw's own Aaron "Dr. AC" Christensen, this evening of spine-tingling original radio dramas, performed by renowned Chicago actors, dueling foley sound effects artists, special guests, and a live band in the historic Music Box Theatre, guarantees a uniquely satisfying evening for horror and theatre fans alike.
Admission to this one night only evening is $15 if purchased in advance through our website (www.wildclawtheatre.com) or $20 at the door, with group and student prices available.
The Plays:
"A Crying Shame", by Doug Lamoreux
"The Friend", by Jenn Udoni
"Transmission Unknown", by Charles M. Kline
"Dark and Stormy", by Albert Gerber
"Career Day", by
Chris Hainsworth
The Directors:
Jeff Christian (Seanachai Theatre, The Shakespeare Project)
Don Hall (Founding Director, WNEP Theater)
Adam Kozlowski (Lifeline Theatre, WildClaw Theatre )
Tom Mula (Award-winning Chicago playwright, actor, director, and best-selling author)
Lindsay Porter (Running With Scissors, Live Bait)
The Festival Jury:
Anne Adams (Casting Director, WildClaw Theatre)
Tony Akins
(Comic Book Illustrator, Jack of FablesPapa Midnight)
Mort Castle (Horror Author/Columbia College Faculty Member)
Nick Digilio (WGN Radio, Factory Theatre)
Adam Rockoff (Author, Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film)
Steve Scott
(Associate Producer, Goodman Theatre)
Russ Tutterow (Artistic Director, Chicago Dramatists)
The Aural Assault Team:
David Sohl and Scott Tallarida (Live and Electronic Foley Sound f/x)
Seeking Wonderland (Music)
Plus a superstar cast of Chicago's finest performers! Special guests! Prizes! Surprises!
ONE NIGHT ONLY – don't miss it!
DEATHSCRIBE kicks off WildClaw's thrilling 2008-09 theatrical season. The season continues with H.P. Lovecraft's "The Dreams in the Witch House" in November, and the premiere of Scott T. Barsotti's "The Revenants" next spring. For tickets or more information, please visit
www.wildclawtheatre.com.
The Music Box Theatre (www.musicboxtheatre.com) is near all forms of public transportation and is wheelchair accessible. Neighborhood parking is limited. Please allow extra time when arriving by car.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
My mini Spike doll....
Weee! Remember when i talked about that pricey resin ball jointed doll I had made of James Marsters...well it arrived today! And 'tis awesome! It still needs it's face-up (the paintjob), eyes, wig, and clothes. I have a body for him too but the picture turned out all blurry. If anyone is interested in getting one, head over to Den of Angels for more info. There is currently a thread dedicated to getting a group order for a Buffy, Willow, Vamp Willow, Vamp Spike, and even an Angel down the line.
Warning...these dolls ain't cheap! A head goes for around $100 and to get a body would be at least another $200...not to mention the eyes, wigs, and clothes can cost a ton. But they are very expressive, unique, photograph like a dream, and usually have an excellent resale value. And I have something that only 10-20 other people in the world have...so there ya go. I am also getting the buffy head too...Spike needs his girl.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Tonner makes Twilight Dolls!
Weee! I sort of expected this to happen. I only wish he would get the Buffy license as well. Maybe someday....
TONNER DOLL COMPANY NAMED NEWEST LICENSEE FOR
SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT’S TWILIGHT
Firm to produce collectible character figures in support of feature film’s November 21, 2008 release
Hurley, NY (September 22, 2008) – Tonner Doll Company, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of high-end
collectible dolls and figures, has been granted the license for character figures based on the much-anticipated movie from
Summit Entertainment, TWILIGHT, which arrives in theatres nation-wide on November 21, 2008.
Sculpted in the likenesses of the film’s lead characters - Edward Cullen (as portrayed by Robert Pattinson) and Bella Swan
(as portrayed by Kristen Stewart), - each fully-authorized, highly-collectible TONNER CHARACTER FIGURE™ (TCF)
will give fans the opportunity to possess their very own Edward and Bella for all eternity. TWILIGHT TONNER
CHARACTER FIGURES™ range from 15"-17” tall with multiple articulated joints for expressive movement and
mobility. In keeping with the fine detail and high-end quality of Tonner’s other popular product lines, they will feature
hand-detailed face painting, rooted hair, and authentic costuming.
Based on Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling book series, having sold more than 10 million copies domestically, Twilight has
captured the attention of readers of all ages, via its action-packed, modern-day love story between a teenage girl and a
“good” vampire, who must protect her from “bad” vampires while resisting his natural instincts.
Tonner's marketing division began to take shape with its HARRY POTTER film series and is now in full swing with the
addition of TWILIGHT. Romances are abundant in both storylines and have become much more important elements to
this burgeoning, sought after segment of buyers. “TWILIGHT was the perfect project to help launch us further into the
teen and adult market,” Robert Tonner, CEO and head designer of the TONNER Company says.
“I am a huge fan of Stephenie Meyer’s work and I intend to read everything she writes,” Tonner explains. “She is
unbelievably talented and it's an honor to be able to work on this project.”
Tonner plans to release other characters from the film in addition to Edward and Bella. “I want to make them all,” Tonner
admits. “I’m having such a blast reading the books and getting to know all of the characters. I’m also reviewing movie
stills, sculpting and designing. I’m completely immersed in their world,” he says.
TONNER CHARACTER FIGURES™ can be purchased direct via tonnercompanystore.com as well as at gift and toy
specialty retailers nationwide, including FAO Schwarz.
About Tonner Company
Headquartered in Hurley, New York, Tonner Doll Company, Inc. develops and markets high quality collectible Character
Figures and Dolls like Betsy McCall®, Mary Engelbreit®, Effanbee® Dolls, and the popular Tyler Wentworth® line of
dolls and fashions, as well as other licensed characters, including THE WIZARD OF OZ, HARRY POTTER™, GONE
WITH THE WIND and PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN.
About Summit Entertainment
Summit Entertainment is a worldwide theatrical motion picture development, financing, production and distribution
studio. The studio handles all aspects of marketing and distribution for both its own internally developed motion pictures
as well as acquired pictures. Summit Entertainment, LLC also represents international sales for both its own slate and
third party product. Summit Entertainment, LLC plans to release 10 to 12 films annually.
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TONNER DOLL COMPANY NAMED NEWEST LICENSEE FOR
SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT’S TWILIGHT
Firm to produce collectible character figures in support of feature film’s November 21, 2008 release
Hurley, NY (September 22, 2008) – Tonner Doll Company, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of high-end
collectible dolls and figures, has been granted the license for character figures based on the much-anticipated movie from
Summit Entertainment, TWILIGHT, which arrives in theatres nation-wide on November 21, 2008.
Sculpted in the likenesses of the film’s lead characters - Edward Cullen (as portrayed by Robert Pattinson) and Bella Swan
(as portrayed by Kristen Stewart), - each fully-authorized, highly-collectible TONNER CHARACTER FIGURE™ (TCF)
will give fans the opportunity to possess their very own Edward and Bella for all eternity. TWILIGHT TONNER
CHARACTER FIGURES™ range from 15"-17” tall with multiple articulated joints for expressive movement and
mobility. In keeping with the fine detail and high-end quality of Tonner’s other popular product lines, they will feature
hand-detailed face painting, rooted hair, and authentic costuming.
Based on Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling book series, having sold more than 10 million copies domestically, Twilight has
captured the attention of readers of all ages, via its action-packed, modern-day love story between a teenage girl and a
“good” vampire, who must protect her from “bad” vampires while resisting his natural instincts.
Tonner's marketing division began to take shape with its HARRY POTTER film series and is now in full swing with the
addition of TWILIGHT. Romances are abundant in both storylines and have become much more important elements to
this burgeoning, sought after segment of buyers. “TWILIGHT was the perfect project to help launch us further into the
teen and adult market,” Robert Tonner, CEO and head designer of the TONNER Company says.
“I am a huge fan of Stephenie Meyer’s work and I intend to read everything she writes,” Tonner explains. “She is
unbelievably talented and it's an honor to be able to work on this project.”
Tonner plans to release other characters from the film in addition to Edward and Bella. “I want to make them all,” Tonner
admits. “I’m having such a blast reading the books and getting to know all of the characters. I’m also reviewing movie
stills, sculpting and designing. I’m completely immersed in their world,” he says.
TONNER CHARACTER FIGURES™ can be purchased direct via tonnercompanystore.com as well as at gift and toy
specialty retailers nationwide, including FAO Schwarz.
About Tonner Company
Headquartered in Hurley, New York, Tonner Doll Company, Inc. develops and markets high quality collectible Character
Figures and Dolls like Betsy McCall®, Mary Engelbreit®, Effanbee® Dolls, and the popular Tyler Wentworth® line of
dolls and fashions, as well as other licensed characters, including THE WIZARD OF OZ, HARRY POTTER™, GONE
WITH THE WIND and PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN.
About Summit Entertainment
Summit Entertainment is a worldwide theatrical motion picture development, financing, production and distribution
studio. The studio handles all aspects of marketing and distribution for both its own internally developed motion pictures
as well as acquired pictures. Summit Entertainment, LLC also represents international sales for both its own slate and
third party product. Summit Entertainment, LLC plans to release 10 to 12 films annually.
# # #
Friday, September 19, 2008
Official Dollhouse Blog...weeeee!
For some reason..I have been living in fear that this show would not be happening...but clearly it is! huzzah!
Question for Episode 29-Faith & Twilight
So up next...
Angel Season One : Five by Five and Sanctuary
Designer Imposter: Twilight
& Tell me your favorite Faith moment....
Angel Season One : Five by Five and Sanctuary
Designer Imposter: Twilight
& Tell me your favorite Faith moment....
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Deathscribe Horror Radio Play Festival in Chicago!
WildClaw Theatre's First Annual
Deathscribe:
Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival.
Chicago, IL—September 18, 2008—WildClaw Theatre Company proudly announces Deathscribe: Ten Minutes of Terror Radio Play Festival, Monday October 6th, at 8:00pm, presented at the historic Music Box Theater, 3733 N. Southport Ave, Chicago. Admission to this evening of spine-tingling entertainment is $15 if purchased in advance through our website (www.wildclawtheatre.com) or $20 at the door.
Continuing our pursuit of intelligent, imaginative horror storytelling, we solicited and received original works from both theatre and horror aficionados from around the world. We are pleased to announce this year's Deathscribe Horror Radio Festival lineup:
"A Crying Shame", written by Doug Lamoreux and directed by Adam Kozlowski (Lifeline Theatre, WildClaw Theatre ).
"The Friend", written by Jenn Udoni and directed by Jeff Christian (award winning actor and director, Seanachi Theatre and Shakespeare Project company member).
"Transmission Unknown", written by Charles M. Kline and directed by Lindsay Porter (Running With Scissors, Live Bait).
"Dark and Stormy", written by Albert Gerber and directed by Don Hall (founding director, WNEP Theater).
"Career Day", written by Chris Hainsworth and directed by Tom Mula (award-winning Chicago playwright, actor, director, and best-selling author).
This evening of five original horror radio dramas, performed by renowned Chicago actors, featuring live foley sound, special guests, and a live band in the Chicago's historic Music Box Theater guarantees a unique evening of horror theatre.
A "Best of the Fest" award will be chosen by a celebrity panel of judges that includes WGN radio personality and Chicago Theatre director Nick Digilio, Chicago Dramatists artistic director Russ Tutterow, award winning graphic artist Tony Akins, horror author and Columbia College faculty member Mort Castle, and The Goodman Theatre's award winning director Steve Scott.
Deathscribe kicks off WildClaw Theatre's thrilling second season, which includes H.P. Lovecraft's "The Dreams in the Witch House" directed and adapted by Charley Sherman premiering this fall, and Scott T. Barsotti's "The Revenants", directed by Anne Adams premiering next spring. For more information, please visit us at www.wildclawtheatre.com.
The Music Box Theatre is near all forms of public transportation and is wheelchair accessible. Neighborhood parking near the Music Box is limited. Please allow extra time when arriving by car.
To interview any WildClaw company members concerning Deathscribe or our 2nd season, please contact Brian Amidei at (773)220-1258.
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