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'The New Serenity Convention, Thistle Heathrow Thread' maybe?

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Tuesday, April 5, 2005 10:30 PM

WREN


Quote:

Originally posted by HilaryjaneUK:
Where did you read that, it's the first I heard of this?



I think it was on the Starfury site. Someone asked if people were going to attend the 'other' con. A couple of people said they had planned to leave Serenity on Sunday. Then someone left a note warning about missing two of the guests on the Sunday.

It's entirely possible I might have imagined the whole thing .

I will try and track the post down, but it may take a while.

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 3:38 AM

WREN


Quote:

Originally posted by HilaryjaneUK:
Where did you read that, it's the first I heard of this?



It looks like I was talking complete nonsense, sorry. I could have sworn I read that though . I will put it down to my brain not functioning due to working nights.

A provisional schedule has been listed:

We've had a lot of people asking for a detailed schedule for
SERENITY. To be fair, it's impossible to present an accurate schedule
until a day or so prior to the event.

The schedule below should be seen as provisional, and STARFURY
reserves the right to alter and change this schedule without prior
notice.

FRIDAY 29th APRIL

MAIN HALL
7:30pm Opening Ceremony
8:00pm Video Screening
9:30pm Main Hall Closed
10:00pm Disco until 3am

8:30pm Meet & Greet reception (Ticket holders only)

Registration desk will open from 3pm until 9pm
Dealers Room will open at 4:30pm until 7pm

SATURDAY 30th APRIL

MAIN HALL

9:00am Main Hall Opens
9:00am to 12noon:- Video Screenings
12noon to 1:00pm:- Jewel Staite & Morena Baccarin
1:00pm to 2:00pm:- Summer Glau
2:30pm to 3:30pm:- Adam Baldwin, Nathan Fillion & Alan Tudyk
4:00pm to 5:00pm:- Clare Kramer
5:00pm to 5:45pm:- Video Screening
6:00pm to 7:00pm:- Main Hall Closed
7:00pm:- Dr Who
7:50pm:- Quiz
8:30pm:- Fancy Dress Competition
9:30pm:- Disco until 4am

PHOTO SESSION
9:00am to 10:30am:- Jewel Staite, Morena Baccarin & Summer Glau
10:30am to 11:15am:- Group Shot
11:15am to 12:30pm:- Alan and Nathan

AUTOGRAPHS
4:15pm Group A:- Adam Baldwin, Alan Tudyk & Summer Glau
4:15pm Group B:- Nathan Fillion, Morena Baccarin, Jewel Staite

Registration desk will open from 9am until 6pm
Dealers Room will open at 10am until 2:30pm and 3:30pm until 6:30pm.

SUNDAY 1st MAY

MAIN HALL
9:30am:- Main Hall Opens
10:00am:- Video screenings
11:00am:- Behind The Scenes Talk
12noon:- Nathan Fillion & Morena Baccarin
1pm to 2pm:- Jewel Staite & Summer Glau
2:30pm to 3:30pm:- Alan Tudyk & Adam Baldwin
3:30pm to 4:00pm:- Everybody
4:15pm:- Video screemimgs
6:00pm:- Main Hall Closed
7:00pm:- Main Hall Open
7:30pm:- Quiz
8:30pm:- Closing Ceremony
9:00pm to 2:00am:- Disco

AUTOGRAPHS
4:15pm Group A: Adam Baldwin, Alan Tudyk & Summer Glau
4:15pm Group B: Nathan Fillion, Morena Baccarin, Jewel Staite

PHOTO SESSION
9:00am to 10:15am:- Adam Baldwin
10:15am to 11:30am:- Nathan Fillion & Morena Baccarin
11:30am to 12:30pm:- Alan Tudyk, Summer Glau & Jewel Staite

Registration desk will open from 9am until 6pm
Dealers Room will open at 10am until 2:30pm and 3:30pm until 5:30pm
Tickets for SERENITY SQUARED will go onsale at the registration desk
from 9am

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 6:26 AM

EMMA


Woah, there is something really weird about that. Very rarely do Starfury cons show so many screenings or put everyone on stage together at the same time and what on earth is a 'behind the scenes talk'? Please God let there be a preview of Serenity. Wishful thinking I know but a girl can dream...

I really should get me a signature

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 6:49 AM

SIMONWHO


I think the morning screenings are purely to keep amused those who are immune to hangovers. The only gap long enough to show the film is on the last day and I don't think they'd do it then, surely?

Oh, and where did Clare Kramer coming as a guest appear from, didn't know that was happening.

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 8:45 AM

SLAYERFEST


Have to disagree with you that Starfury rarely show screenings to that extent. Its a staple part of their planning for most events.

Plus it is a PROVISIONAL timetable and subject to change. Hope as I may that the BDM could be shown at the con, Sean has expressly stated that there cannot and will not be a showing of Serenity at the con.

Don't build your hopes because they will only be dashed if it can't happen and people will think that the screening "might" happen. So you could disappoint them too.

As to a Behind the Scenes talk - I am as stumped as you and the whole guest panel is VERY unusual! I don't see that as a regular feature but again the BDHs might just want to appear together at least once in the weekend - who knows?

Andy

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 9:27 AM

PATOLVER


So many cons recently (US ones) have had the whole cast do a panel, maybe Sean thought we should too.

Patolver


"Flans: They keep us going. And they retain the shape of the ramekin when you turn them over, like jello does." - Joss Whedon

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 9:32 AM

KISSTHESTRAWBERRYLOVERMRTAM


To Vera Cobb: Hey, have just written to you and here you are! How are you?

To everyone else: I cant stand the thought of missing the closing ceremony but im leaving in the evening on the sunday to stay at my grans so i can be first in line to see James monday morning! Is anyone going to see him play at Joseph Wells in Leeds on the 23rd?

Sarah

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 10:43 AM

ZOL


Quote:

Originally posted by firefloozysuzie:
Here's a question raised by my daughter: Will there be people dressing to honor *other* Joss Whedon programs at the Serenity Convention? We're planning what to pack, and it does seem odd to be discussing costume ideas that reflect a rival universe (Star Wars) rather than Angel/Buffyverse.

What's up with that, anyway?



The theme party for saturday is `Jedi`, so I guess that does include the rest of Starwars too - so does this mean chain bikinis & bun hairdos or are we talking about white bodysuites & blasters

Darin (Zol.)

p.s. I`m back! so many posts in just 3 days to go through - I should have sent a virus spike to close done the firefly/serenity sites for 3 days

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 10:48 AM

HILARYJANEUK


Quote:


Oh, and where did Clare Kramer coming as a guest appear from, didn't know that was happening.



Clare is not there as a guest, she is MC'ing the event, she does this at many Starfury cons.

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 1:53 PM

AERADIA


Hi, I'm new. Or more accurately- I lurk. Anyway, I will be coming to London for the con all the way from Texas and I have a few London questions. Anyone willing to answer? Thanks in advance!

Rae

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 8:05 PM

EMMA


Quote:

Don't build your hopes because they will only be dashed if it can't happen and people will think that the screening "might" happen. So you could disappoint them too.


I know, I know, these things hardly ever happen - very annoying I am just greener than the greenest thing on planet green because I couldn't go to the previews (BIG Scream, fall on floor). Ahh well it means there will be more time to party, hoorah!

I really should get me a signature

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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 11:01 PM

MALADJUSTED


Hi Rae,

What do you need to know? If we don't have the answers, we can find out for you.


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Wednesday, April 6, 2005 11:18 PM

OBSIDIAN


Thanks for the itinerary Wren,

Makes it a little easier to plan in advance. I'm guessing that by splitting the autographs into two groups I'm going to miss out by leaving early on Sunday but can't be helped.

Thanks again.

Obsidian

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 1:53 AM

SLAYERFEST


Just a note for Obsidian...

I don't know if you realise that you won't be able to choose which auto session you go into. You will be told which group you are in on the Saturday (always done by ticket number).

My advice would be to see if you can get to know somebody really kind on the first 2 days of the con, who would be willing to pick up an extra autograph for you, if you want a specific actor.

Many people won't want to use up their entire allowance of three 10x8's purchased at the con per guest and might take one through for you out of their allowance and send it on to you if you really want it. Obviously you would still have to supply the item to them but arrangements can always be made when other Browncoats are about.

Andy

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 2:59 AM

OBSIDIAN


Cheers,

Thanks for the advice. I don't really know how these things work as haven't been to this kind of con before and had double booked the weekend.

Any tips to get the most out of the con in 2 1/2 days would be greatly appeciated.

Jill

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 4:39 AM

PHOEBE


Obsidian, I'm going with a friend who is a non-firefly fan, and she definitely won't want the autographs. I would be happy to drag her to pick up some autographs for you if necessary.

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 6:52 AM

SLAYERFEST


Yay! See! This is what I mean! Let's hear it for more generous Browncoat goodness! Nice one Phoebe!

Andy

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 1:31 PM

ZOL


Just over 3 weeks to go

I`m jus` sayin` is all, keepin` the thread flying

must start getting a to-do & to-take list done

Darin (Zol.)

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 3:53 PM

AERADIA


You guys rock! It’s way too late here right now, so please excuse any stupidity. Thank you.

Okay, I will be flying into London on the 28th and staying at a small hotel just near Paddington Station. We leave out May 4th. I am coming with a friend who is not going to the convention and we are trying to hash out a schedule.

I understand there’s an express train- any idea how long the trip is? And is there a stop near the Thistle, or will I have to hail a cab/ transfer tubes?

Also, I wasn’t planning on going to the talks, just the parties. I know, in retrospect this seems dumb, but I didn’t really think. Nathan, Adam and Alan on one stage- if I was drinking, it’s doubtless something would come out my nose. Anyway, travel time is now a concern.

Also, any recommendations on cheap places to eat, or must see things to see? We’ve got the London Pass and we’re pretty much doing everything we can go to for free on that, so the schedules pretty full. Is it worth it to pay the fee to ride the London Eye thing?

Also, any idea of the travel time to the Shri something-something Mandir? Or Kew Gardens? Or Windsor?

Also… just kidding, there’s no more alsos. Thanks for letting me pick your brain. Any and all suggestions about how to make the most of this trip are welcome. Thanks again!

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Thursday, April 7, 2005 9:55 PM

WREN


From Paddington you can get then the Heathrow Express to terminal 2, then a Hoppa bus to the hotel.

Alternatively, you could get a cab from London, but that will cost you a fortune (about £30)!.

I can't help you on all the London stuff because I haven't been down that way in over ten years.

I strongly recommend you spend at least one day at Serenity. It would be a waste to only attend the parties, and you would miss out on your free autograph. You never know, you might convert your friend.

Edited to add: you should check out the hoppa and underground timetables to ensure you can get back to London. The parties are going on until 4am, but the services may not run at that time. Equally, you should check out the Sunday times as these are often limited.


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Friday, April 8, 2005 12:25 AM

EMMA


It is fabby that you are coming to the fair city of my birth!

The Express train ( http://www.heathrowexpress.com/) is very quick but very expensive. It takes a third of the time of the tube (15 mins as opposed to 45) but is also 3x the cost (£13 single).

The parties are fantastic, large numbers of people (usually me included) only go for the parties - this is the most amazing way to make friends, I have a group of friends I have been going to cons with for 7 years and some of those have been going for 15 - only for parties! Everyone is different but I don't do any autographs or photos (anyone wanting my allocation just ask) as it takes so long to get them. The guest talks can be fun though so do try and get to one or two - the group talks would be the best use of such a short time but others will say different.

Ok, London - It takes a long time to get to places, so you need to plan. Paddington is a good central location for many things. Personally I wouldn't bother with Windsor for such a short trip but as you are in Paddington you might be able to do Kew, it is very pretty and well worth it. If you like conspiracy theories check out Canary Wharf, it is all on straight lines and has all sorts of masonic symbolism and weird pyramids (you need to look closely though). The Hindu Temple (Shri Swaminarayan Mandir) is in Wembley (north London) and is hard to get to but a great way to see the real London because of how you get there and where it is. http://www.mandir.org/infogallery/index.htm

For easy, cheap food there are Pizza Express and Wagamama's everywhere. Never go to the all you can eat chinese places in London they are a rip-off. If you like Chinese China-town is a must. My favourite place though is a little known bar underneath the Phoenix Theatre (on Charing Cross Road between Tottenham Court Road and Leicester Square, there is a side-foor next to the theatre where the bar is). The beer is very expensive but there is an excellent choice but you can get a three course mmeal for £14 and it is very good value, not amazing quality but filling and tasty. The place is very relaxed too! For lunch I would go to supermarkets and make your own or, alternatively go to any Boots, M&S etc and buy sandwiches/salads there, the nicest place for lunch if the weather is good is the Thames. Sitting on the Southbank with food and wine (pinch glasses from the National Film Theatre bar and ask to borrow their corkscrew - they are ususally obliging, or just take your own).

If you want to do things for free all of the museums are amazing and the best thing is because they are free you can just 'pop in' - they are a good way to relax and chill out if you need a break. (especially the British Museum because it is so close to Tottenham Court Road). Covent Garden is good to do for free because it is so mad - especially if the weather is nice.

Anyway this must be boring so if you want to know anything else just ask.

Have fun!

I really should get me a signature

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Friday, April 8, 2005 12:38 AM

PSYCHICRIVER


Quote:

Originally posted by Zol:
Just over 3 weeks to go

I`m jus` sayin` is all, keepin` the thread flying

must start getting a to-do & to-take list done

Darin (Zol.)

EEK!! 3 Weeks today!!

Im planning my journey there tonight. Well, Dad is planning my journey and I'm giong to be listening very carefully.

And I need to start planning meals. I'm sure I can live on cereal bars for like 3 days right?

Ah, I suck at planning.

So, I've booked the hotel, and the ticket. Tonight im planning/booking my journed etc etc.

I need too pack my clothes and plan food as well. And get money.

WHAT ELSE!!?

PsychicRiverette

"Two by two, hands of blue."
"We can take care of each other. I'll knit!"

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Friday, April 8, 2005 1:47 AM

PHOEBE


Quote:

Originally posted by PsychicRiver:
WHAT ELSE!!?



Breathe That always helps.

Three weeks! Amazing. Damn you Zol for getting me all excited for the con again LOL

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Friday, April 8, 2005 2:16 AM

MALADJUSTED


Rae,

Emma and Wren have all your queries covered. Just to add - you asked about the London Eye. I did that recently and I'm not sure I'd spend that much money and time. Not if you're trying to pack lots in. London's much more interesting from the ground. Given the choice between the talks and the London Eye, I know where I'd be. Sunday from 12 to 4 looks especially good. Nathan & Morena, then Jewel & Summer, followed by Alan and Adam and finally everyone together.

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Friday, April 8, 2005 2:24 AM

ZOL


What to pack?

Personally, I`m going to make sure that I have at least 3x PotNoodles & cerealbars, perhaps a 2ltr bottle of water & something to put into my hip flask

I don`t think I`ve asked, but is there anybody else coming from Gloucestershire?

Cheers for now, looking forward to this in a BIG GORRAM WAY!

Darin (Zol.)

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Friday, April 8, 2005 4:06 AM

FIREFLOOZYSUZIE


I've copied this over from the Prospero boards, where some friends inquired about my travel plans. Anyone who has ideas/meetup notions about this, kindly post comments :-)

"As for our UK plans: Whew, but I've packed the itinerary:

April 24 - Fly all day. Check into hotel room in London. Have dinner and go to bed.

April 25 - London. Shopping at Harrods (Sami's holy of holies). Sightseeing as time allows. Meet Jack the Ripper Walk at 7:30.

April 26 - Train to Stratford-Upon-Avon, see the historical sights and tourist traps. RSC "Twelfth Night" at 7:30; pray to catch last train back to London at 23:00 hours!

April 27 - Check out of London hotel and catch flight to Edinburgh. Meet Jodie and Leo (my Irish girls!), hang with Napier College crowd. Go clubbing with the young folk at Jodie's favorite hot spot, OPIUM (do you think it will be anything like The Bronze??)

April 28 - Another day in Edinburgh, touring and hanging out

April 29 - Catch morning flight back to Heathrow, then Hoppa bus to the Thistle Hotel by 1 pm. Queue up for a room at 2 pm and register for convention stuff around 3 pm.

April 29,30, May 1st - Serenity Convention! Dress Sami up as Padme for Jedi night; wear my 1880s costume for WildWest night; dress us both up as elegant courtesans for Companions/Shepherd night.

May 2 - Have breakfast, check out, catch an afternoon flight back home to New Jersey and ol' Bonnet Bob.

Sounds insane, doesn't it? My biggest worry is getting back to London from Shakespeareland, because if we don't get that train, we'll be in big trouble. The next morning we have that flight to Edinburgh, otherwise I'd have just made the Stratford-Upon-Avon an overnight.

I keep telling myself, it'll alllll work out great.
I'm sure Sami will have plenty to "blog."


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Friday, April 8, 2005 4:14 AM

PETITRHINO


Whoa. Lots of planning going on.

I anyone coming Thursday night? I was planning on going to London, but I might just stay in Heathrow.

Also, don't you think they will be showing the Serenity TRAILER? That would be nice

Hmm... Actually, my planning is nearly finished. Just have to figure out where I'm sleeping Thursday night. Oh, and I'll just highjack this thread to say GO SEE MY POSTER AND JOIN IN THE FUN!!
http://www.fireflyfans.net/sunroomitem.asp?i=3416

The new deadline is next thursday

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Friday, April 8, 2005 8:27 AM

ZOL


There`s hope that the trailer will be online before the release of Hitchhikers, that`ll be cool - I desperately want to hear what music they have attached to it.

Darin (Zol.)

Quote:

Do you hear that ticking, that`s the Con clock ticking down to Serenity @ Heathrow



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Friday, April 8, 2005 10:58 AM

HILARYJANEUK


Sorry - seems kind of strange to me that you're flying all the way over here just to go to a few parties, when you've got Firefly guest talks, autographs and photos to enjoy?????

I'd have thought if you wanted to just party, there's no need to fly all the way over here!

Seems to me, if you've booked a ticket for the con, you should see at least some of the con

Just my two cents......

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Friday, April 8, 2005 11:14 AM

PSYCHICRIVER


Quote:

Originally posted by Phoebe:
Quote:

Originally posted by PsychicRiver:
WHAT ELSE!!?



Breathe That always helps.

You have no idea. We're plannin the journey now and I'm like "But what about the times?" "What if the bus is FULL?" "Can't I just hitch-hike?"

lol

PsychicRiverette

"Two by two, hands of blue."
"We can take care of each other. I'll knit!"

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Friday, April 8, 2005 11:19 AM

PSYCHICRIVER


Oh, and I'd kick myself for not asking. Anyone going from the Bognor Regis/Chichester/Littlehampton/West Sussex in general area??

PsychicRiverette

"Two by two, hands of blue."
"We can take care of each other. I'll knit!"

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Friday, April 8, 2005 12:30 PM

TERRANELL


I'm coming from not far from there, in Hampshire. Just been asking about the lift up and what time we can get there on the friday. not too long now! 20 days tomorrow :D

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Friday, April 8, 2005 3:43 PM

PETITRHINO


Okay people, listen (or read) carefully:

I'm making a poster to give to the BDH at the con. For those who haven't heard of it, it's here:
http://www.fireflyfans.net/sunroomitem.asp?i=3416

You can still join in the fun (send your autograph at flanatic_flo@yahoo.co.uk) until the deadline next Thursday. The poster is pretty packed with signatures already, but I'll try to include everyone send their file in time. That's not a 100% promise, but a 'I'll do my best' promise.

The poster is not only for the BDH, it's also for the browncoats to have a memento of their friends on the forum, or just of the happy family that we are. I'm printing it soon and will bring extra copies of the poster (A2 size) to the con for those who wish to have one. If you do, please tell me! I'll have to charge you for the printing cost (I can't afford to give them away), which should not exceed £5 per poster. Alas I don't have the final price yet.

Thank you for putting up with my constant babbling about this project

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Friday, April 8, 2005 10:41 PM

OBSIDIAN


Thanks.

I just may take you up on that offer.

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 6:59 AM

FIREFLOOZYSUZIE


Flo, when you say you'll have posters at the Con: Are you going to have a spot in the Dealer Room?

I'd love to buy a poster but am worried in advance about transporting it home. Probably would be best to order the thing from you and have it show up in a mailing tube.

BTW -- Should I even ask if you folk want to get together for Whedon-theme sing-alongs at the Con, or does singing usually erupt spontaneously a few hours after the drinking starts anyhoo? :-)


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Sunday, April 10, 2005 7:37 AM

PETITRHINO


No I won't have a spot in the dealer room. Since the poster is made from already existing material (the icon picture and the central pictures), I don't think I'm allowed there. If you don't see me, cafepress will be easier, of course. If you have a tube at home you can bring it with you though.

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 8:43 AM

EMMA


Quote:

Should I even ask if you folk want to get together for Whedon-theme sing-alongs at the Con, or does singing usually erupt spontaneously a few hours after the drinking starts anyhoo? :-)


You can find sing-alongs all the time, especially about 3 o'clock in the morning. I was at one con where the singing didn't stop until breakfast at 6. I feel very sorry for the bar-staff, they deserve medals!
It has even been known for the con dances to happen with no music, only sing-alongs - fantastic!

I really should get me a signature

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 9:26 AM

AERADIA


Emma, Zol and Maladjusted:

Thanks so much for your responses. They were extremely helpful. I’m having a hard time reigning in my enthusiasm at this point. Every time I open my mouth the words “___ more days” comes out before anything else.

One more favor to ask…

Is anyone going out to the Thistle and then back into town (near Paddington) after the disco’s, and would they be willing to let me hitch a ride? I’d love to help pay for gas or whatever. The transpo stops at midnight and I’d hate to pull a Cinderella act and leave the disco’s early. Please let me know.

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 9:35 AM

AERADIA


Sorry to take so long to reply!

As I live in a college town (Austin) and a state that produces innumerable brands of beer and wine (Texas)- I don't think I would fly across an ocean just to party.

Which was sort of my point.

I'm flying to England for this con because it's in England. If I wanted to go just to meet the people from the show, I'd have attended a con in the states. Therefore, I need to see England while I am there. Also, I really wanted to meet other fans who would excuse moments of embarrassing geeking out over the genius of Firefly. It’s very hard to share a laugh over Jane’s HI-larious hat with people who ask “Jane? Which one is she?”
You know?

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 11:52 AM

ADIWANROC


Hi everyone,

Haven't posted here in a while but with the con fast approaching I thought I'd better send in a wave...

I'd definitely be interested in coming along to any meetups that may be happening as I'll be there on my own and obviously want to meet as many other fans as possible. It's one of the biggest parts of a large event like this. I'm a seasoned con goer (including past Starfury cons, although not for a few years) but this will be my first Browncoat event.

Anyone else coming down from the West Midlands? I am travelling from Kingswinford, near Dudley, on the coach and am currently scheduled to get to Heathrow about 17:30 on Friday, although as they screwed up my booking I am going to try to change that to arrive a few hours earlier. I'll be there for the whole weekend and at the meet and greet on the Friday night.

Hope to meet some of you at the con. Don't worry, I'm a Kaylee fan, so I must be nice!

Regards,

Ade
Serenity Ticket #104

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 8:00 PM

EMMA


Quote:

The transpo stops at midnight and I’d hate to pull a Cinderella act and leave the disco’s early.


Why don't you plan to do a short party on the Friday, or perhaps even skip Friday altogether? I will get shot for saying this but the Opening Ceremony can be an anti-climax, it depends on the guests. If you skipped Friday altogether you could come Satuday afternoon (guest talk, dealers room, photos etc) or evening (have the whole day with your friend, parties often don't start until 9/10pm) and stay the whole night. The party will go on until 4 and there are always room-parties afterwards and people hanging around the lobby. As long as you pay for something occasionally you are a customer and the hotel won't mind. You could then do whatever you fancy on Sunday.

Whatever you do have fun and do what you want!

I really should get me a signature

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Sunday, April 10, 2005 11:45 PM

SIMONWHO


So, to be clear, after the show, it's the after-party. Then after the party, it's the hotel lobby. Then round about 4, we gotta clear the lobby. Right?

And I would normally bring up your description of the opening ceremony as "an anti-climax" in the grammar thread but given as I'm feeling such a big build up to the whole event, I think I know what you mean.


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Monday, April 11, 2005 2:04 AM

EMMA


Quote:

And I would normally bring up your description of the opening ceremony as "an anti-climax" in the grammar thread


I must be very crap - i don't know what you mean, would the grammar thread give me lessons?

I blame television!

breakfast-party, lunch-party, dinner-party, party-party, lobby-party, room-party, breakfast-party ..... I love cons

I really should get me a signature

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Monday, April 11, 2005 2:14 AM

ZOL


I`ve lost track of what is going on in this thread aren`t we there to have as much fun as time allows? If the Doctor is there, surely we can all get together in his TARDIS & go backwards & forwards to the bits of the con we like

btw it`s 18 days to go!

Darin (Zol.)

p.s. just gone through the whole series again, anybody planning on bringing a DVD player for the wee hours of the morning?

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Monday, April 11, 2005 4:00 AM

AERADIA


I'll have my laptop with me, and assuming I can get the adapter and power conversion thing to work, it will act as a DVD player.

BTW - 600+ of us in the TARDIS? Should be fun.

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Monday, April 11, 2005 4:25 AM

SIMONWHO


Definitely my department, everyone third corridor on your right, second door on your left. Past the bins.

Emma, I just meant it's a bit weird for an opening ceremony to be an anti-climax because a climax should be at the end, see? I think it was Sam Goldwyn who said that the perfect film would start off with a volcano erupting and slowly build to a powerful climax.

Alas, poor MGM. Beaten down by the money men.

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Monday, April 11, 2005 5:08 AM

EMMA


Quote:

Emma, I just meant it's a bit weird for an opening ceremony to be an anti-climax because a climax should be at the end, see?


Is there a cupboard I can hide in in the tardis?

I really should get me a signature

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Monday, April 11, 2005 5:17 AM

SIMONWHO


Well, I can offer you a sofa to hide behind but that's about it.

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Monday, April 11, 2005 5:46 AM

ZOL


You`re bringing your own sofa? how much do you charge for rental?

Tardis will easily hold 600 or 600,000, it`s a portal in space/time

I`ve got 20 scripts typed up for the unoffical reading of `Dead or Alive` script (the one that didn`t get made!) - hope to get people together to do this at some point or maybe just get people to read out ceratin parts into a MD recorder & splice it together in MP3 form (all for fun!)

tick-tock goes the con clock

Darin (Zol.)

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Monday, April 11, 2005 5:59 AM

AERADIA


Plenty of room in the Tardis, huh?
Well, that's not nearly as fun. Do you suppose I could still stand next to Tom Baker? I promise not to step on the scarf.

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