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Warp speed ahead!
December can't come soon enough!
Unless you have been hiding under a rock somewhere without any means of communication with the outside world, you will know that Star Trek's 40th anniversary is to be officially celebrated in Sydney this coming December with the special guest appearance of one of Star Trek's biggest names in the modern era - Mr Jonathan Frakes.
The line up doesn't stop there as Starfleet's longest serving Ensign - Garrett Wang "AKA" Harry Kim, will entertain fans with his guest appearance as part of the Sci Fi Extreme two day event.
With many 40th anniversary events being organised throughout the world it is only fitting that the country with the second oldest Star Trek fan club in the world, have their own unique celebration, and attracting actors downunder during this busy time is no mean feat.
Jolene Blalock makes a "quick stopover" in Melbourne on November 29 for a Q&A session plus Autographs. 2007 has been a stellar year for fans in Melbourne and this event will give fans a rare opportunity to meet an actor of this calibre.
New PC games in the Star Trek Universe are about to hit stores around the world and the Sci Fi Reporter will be offering several of the games as prizes as part of our December Christmas special so stay tuned to see how you can win some of these great products!
We will review the recent Stargate Roadshow that was featured in three states of Australia in our December issue.
We're you at one of the Stargate events?
We would like to hear from you.
Have a great month ahead-Stuart
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Convention Listing Oz - valid @ November - 2006
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Note: Only new or updated listings are given
Promoters: if your event is not listed here or you have new information advise us for inclusion.
An evening with Jolene Blalock
Telstra Conference Centre - Melbourne.
November 29 from 6pm.
First Contact Conventions
Tezuka:the Marvel of Manga
National Gallery of Victoria
Guided tours daily, until January 28-2007
Tezuka Exhibition information
Star Trek 40th anniversary event
December 9 - 10 at the Avillion Hotel - Pitt St, Sydney.
"Live on stage" Jonathan Frakes and Garrett Wang.
Sci Fi Extreme
FSF presents..
A day with John Barrowman.
Saturday - March 24, 2007
Bankstown Sports Club - NSW.
FSF Information
STOP THE PRESS
"A new adventure begins"
Stargate actors and NASA Astronaut "Live on stage."
February 9 -10, Carlton Hotel - Parramatta, NSW.
Tickets now on sale
Best of Both Worlds
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Our look at Star Trek "Mondial"
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Star Trek Magazine
Number Two issue out now featuring an exclusive interview with J.J. Abrams as well as a ST voyager supplement.
Star Trek Magazine
Constellations
A Star Trek 40th anniversary Anthology of Original series stories.
Twelve unique short stories set in the days of "Kirk, Spock and McCoy."
You will thoroughly enjoy this Omnibus that also features a complete story from the recently released Star Trek Manga.
Constellations is now available from Borders Books.
Borders Books
Cruise Trek
"The Downunder"
A long time coming! - Cruise Trek, the Star Trek cruise specialist's, have been bringing fans and actors together since 1992 for adventures at sea in some of our worlds most exotic waters.
November 4th - 2007 will see the cruise, for the first time, set sail from Sydney to New Zealand via Melbourne and Tasmania.
Tickets are now on sale with a great range of affordable accommodation on-board including their exclusive "Trek share" accommodation.
Plenty of interaction to be had with your favourite actors, 24 hour movies, organised activities and tours!
Cruise Trek Information
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Fan Club Focus
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Australian Costumers Guild
New members most welcome.
www.australiancostumersguild.org.au
Les aventures de Tintin
Tintin in cyberspace is a group for fans of the classic comic and cartoon Icon by Herge.
The group meets online as a resource for Tintin memorabilia and upcoming events, including the Tintin exhibition and film festival planned for Feb 2007 in Adelaide.
You can contact the group here.
Tintin in cyberspace
Terra Australis Garrison
The 501st TAG boasts over three thousand members worldwide and now have member bases in all states of Australia. Star Wars fans can feel right at home with this group of dedicated Storm Troopers and you can contact them via their website at.
www.501tag.com
"Out there Social club" Adelaide
You find a lot of queer things in outer space, so it's only natural to have a queer Sci Fi group for all the "Homo" sapiens who are out...there.
The group meets monthly to share a meal and indulge in a little Fantasy! Members range from 30+, Contact Rod on 0402027891, they are also located on Yahoo Groups at
Out There Sci Fi Group
SA Dr Who fan club
November 18
General meeting at the Adelaide High School.
Cost is $3.00 for members and $4.00 for others.
December 2
Pub meeting at the Earl of Leicester Hotel from 530pm.
SFSA info
Austrek Club Events
Austrek 30/40 convention - Saturday 25th November from 10 am at the Saville on Russell.
An all day fan convention featuring the guest appearance of Ms Jane Badler "V" and Dr Djoymi Baker.
Tickets on sale at the door.
Austrek is proud to present it's 30/40 Costume Ball on Saturday, 25th November from 730pm at the Saville on Russell, 222 Russell St, City of Melbourne.
Austrek Events Info
Dr Who Club of Victoria
Regular club meetings
Details contact Peter on Mob:0417322326 or e-mail Dr Who club on..peterrosace@hotmail.com
Star Walking
The Star Wars Appreciation Society of Australia. Ph 05005 Jedis Website www.starwalking.net
Starship Mawson – Adelaide's Sci Fi fan Organisation
Presenting "Sci Fi by the stars" as the theme for their 2006 Christmas function.
Sumptuous Christmas dinner whilst viewing your favourite sci fi under the stars!
Explore the starship Mawson website for their report on all the action from their recent Stargate convention as well as their recent Star Trek exhibition at National Science Week.
logon for regular updates as well as their online newsletter.
starship Mawson Events
The starship Mawson invites you to Chat Online with its members every Sunday evening at 8pm AEST & every Wednesday evening from 7pm AEST.
Register for Starship Mawson Chat
Quest - sci fi fan club, Queensland
Actively recruiting new members.
Club Contact - President Mary Kemp on Ph:07 32904243
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In the next edition of Sci Fi Reporter
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-- Our Christmas issue!
-- Latest collectables in time for Christmas
-- 40th anniversary convention Review
-- A special Christmas interview
And a plethora of news ....
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In the Ready room with Barry Jenner!
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The Sci Fi Reporter's Stuart Blair had the chance to catch up with one of Hollywood's busiest actors and Star Trek fan favourite Mr Barry Jenner.
SB: Barry, the life of a professional actor is a tough road to follow, can you tell us a little on how you got started?
BJ: I first got involved with the theatre company at my college. I am forced to admit that I noticed how many pretty girls there we're in the drama department. After one or two productions I discovered that I loved being on stage and found a new outlet for my creative juices. After graduating from West Chester College in the Philadelphia area I boarded a bus for the 100 mile journey to New York City. I supported myself for a while as a cab driver while working with the famous acting teacher Uta Hagen. Eventually I was doing enough commercials to leave the taxi cab business, and shortly afterward I landed a contract on a daytime soap opera "Somerset." Never again did I have to make my living as anything other than a professional actor. I was fortunate enough to do live theatre. At this time there we're many musicals being done, and unfortunately my singing voice sounds like a wounded elk. I did as many plays as I could: I loved being on stage and loved the emotional feedback of a live audience.
SB: How does it feel to be a part of some of television's biggest shows?
BJ: It is amazing to me that I was part of so many of the top rated shows. One of the most rewarding situations was to be one of the cast of Deep Space Nine. In the television business it was an opinion widely held that the producers used only actors of the highest quality, and that to be a part of the DS9 cast was an honor in itself. I have been very fortunate to be part of so many successful shows and that I have had a wonderful career in one of the most difficult fields imaginable.
SB: Can you share with us, some of cast members of TV shows you have enjoyed working with?
BJ: While I was on Another World I met and married Susan Harney who was playing Alice Frame. The marriage didn't last but I guess that is as much interaction as one can imagine. I also have been closer to Marriette Hartley, Ted Danson, Linda Gray and Donna Mills. Also I met my present wife Suzanne Jenner while appearing in a production of the Caine Mutiny court marshall that she was producing. If I get to go to Australia I will bring her with me.
SB: Did you enjoy your role a Admiral Ross on DS9 and we're you happy with the direction of your characters development?
BJ: Admiral Ross was a treat to play. I joined the cast for only one show at first and then the character was brought back again and again. Avery Brooks and I slowly built a strong and trusting bond. He is not an easy person to know closely but I think we worked well together.
I thought it was sensational the way the character became more and more human with each appearance. Good writers and producers take elements that the actor lends to his character and begin to tailor the scripts to accommodate the actor's input. That is what happened on DS9. The back story that I built about Ross's hatred of war land his determination to defeat the Dominion grew and grew. After the final battle there is a scene in which Martok asks Sisko and Ross to drink a blood wine toast to "celebrate" the battle. Both Ross and Sisko pour the wine into the ground and refuse to celebrate such carnage.
SB: What do you like most about your convention appearances?
BJ: Recently in Las Vegas - Nevada, a woman came up to me for a picture and autograph that she was going to hang in her office. She wanted it signed "To Nancy." I did so. Shortly afterward a friend of hers told me that "Nancy" was a justice of The Supreme Court of the State of Nevada and that DS9 took her away from the stress of her demanding job. There are many such amazing encounters.
SB: Can you tell us a little about your voice-over projects?
BJ: My voice-over work is one of my favourite activities now that DS9 has stopped production. The voice-over world is inhabited by some very creative and funny people and most are a pleasure to work with. This is a very competitive field and an actor has to stay sharp and be willing to work at a moments notice. Even if it interferes with his golf game.
SB: Have you worked on any new projects lately Barry?
BJ: I have recently completed one of those annoying infomercials that clutter American television. The product is a pain-relieving electric gizmo that they are trying to get produced. We'll see.
SB:Thanks Barry, do you have a message for your fans in Australia?
BJ: I have never been to Australia, but I have heard many wonderful reports from travellers to your country. To the DS9 fans in Australia I can only say "Thank-you." It is such an honour to know that you have enjoyed our work. As a professional actor I think that I am blessed with the knowledge that what I do has touched so many people in a positive way. I hope that I can get to Australia in the near future. After all, a land that produces Nicole Kidman must be touched with magic.
For more on Barry click here!
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