SCI FI PI

Science Fiction fans take note! Here's the news on 2008's conventions. The where, the who's coming and the how! Here are just some of the myriad convention companies and some of the huge Sci Fi stars they are organising to make it to our little corner of planet earth in the coming months.



Saturday 5th April 2008 in Sydney and Sunday 6th April 2008 in Melbourne


The HUB Productions presents, from Serenity, Ron Glass and Jason Palmer with more guests to be announced

Ron Glass, Jason Palmer and other guests will be appearing on the 5th April 2008 in Sydney from 9:00am to 6:00pm and the 6th of April 2008 in Melbourne from 9.00am to 6.00pm.

The event features the guests live on stage for a few stories, anecdotes as well as Question and Answers. There will also be a variety of events throughout the day, such as auctions, raffles and trivia. There will also be merchandise as well as rare collectibles available to purchase from the dealers. You will also have the chance to meet the VIP guest and acquire autographs and professional photographs.

Please note that autographs are provided via your seating allocations so book early to ensure availability.


Platinum VIP $700.00

entry into convention

front row seat

a showbag worth $50

complimentary autographs (from three of the guests)

a complimentary professional photograph (with three of the guests)

exclusive cocktail party with the guests

exclusive breakfast with the guests limited to 20 people per city




SYDNEY

An Evening with Chris Judge

Culture Shock Events are pleased to be able to announce a very special evening event with one of the stars of Stargate SG-1 Chris Judge. In association with Armageddon Chris will be in Australia for two shows in Sydney and Melbourne. This is Chris' first visit to Australia since the early seasons of Stargate SG-1. As this is a fly in and out visit it will be run mid week in both cities.

DATE: Tuesday, April 22, 2008

LOCATION: Dooleys Lidcombe Catholic Club, John Street, Lidcombe

TIME: 6:00pm

COST: $60.00 (FSF Members)

$70.00 (non members)

VIP $110.00 - includes seating in front two rows, 1 hour meet and greet with Chris before the show (including drinks and nibblies)



April 23, in Melbourne. First Contact Conventions presents "From Jaffa To Human"- An Evening with Chris Judge

Join us for an intimate evening of Stargate fun as Chris joins us on his first ever Melbourne appearance. Tickets are limited and everyone is guaranteed the opportunity to purchase photos and autographs from one of Stargate's favourite characters.

Telstra Conference Centre
All Tickets $70


A Day with Michael Rosenbaum

Culture Shock Events are pleased to be able to announce a very special event with one of the stars of Smallville Michael Rosenbaum. This is Michael's first visit to Australia and we know this event has the potential to be a sell out. Also we will be able to offer a very exclusive VIP ticket, which will include an exclusive dinner with Michael limited to 20 people. Michael is generally unable to attend such social events but twenty lucky fans will be the first fans to be able to say they shared a meal with 'Lex Luthor'.

EVENT DETAILS

SYDNEY

DATE: Saturday, May 31, 2008

LOCATION: Dooleys Lidcombe Catholic Club, John Street, Lidcombe

TIME: 10:00am

COST: $60.00 (FSF Members)

$75.00 (non members)

VIP $500.00 - includes seating in the front row, exclusive dinner with Michael (including group photo op), and an exclusive autographed convention gift.



MELBOURNE

DATE: Sunday, June 1, 2008

LOCATION: TBA

TIME: TBA

COST: $75.00

VIP $500.00 - includes seating in front row, exclusive dinner with Michael, exclusive autographed & numbered convention gift, and 1 included photo op with Michael.


Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th June 2008 in both Sydney and Melbourne

Juliet Landau, Larry Bagby, RD Price and other guests will be appearing on the 7th June 2008 in Sydney from 9:00am to 6:00pm and the 8th June 2008 in Melbourne from 9.00am to 6.00pm. Four other guests will be appearing on the 7th June 2008 in Melbourne from 9:00am to 6:00pm and the 8th June 2008 in Sydney from 9.00am to 6.00pm.

The event features the guests live on stage for a few stories, anecdotes as well as Question and Answers. There will also be a variety of events throughout the day, such as auctions, raffles and trivia. There will also be merchandise as well as rare collectables available to purchase from the dealers. You will also have the chance to meet the VIP guest and acquire autographs and professional photographs.

Heading to the source! Tuesday, 5th August - Monday, 18th August, 2008 - Vegas Trek
AU $4,850.00 (price subject to flight availability & imposts)

Includes:

All airfares

All transfers

Australia to Los Angeles via Qantas

Los Angeles to Las Vegas

Las Vegas return to Los Angeles

Los Angeles return to Australia via Qantas

All accommodation

Las Vegas accommodation - Hilton - twin share

Hollywood accommodation - Holiday Inn - twin share

5 day pass to "Creation Star Trek Convention" in Las Vegas

Entry to "The Star Trek Experience" in Las Vegas

1 day admission to Disneyland

1 day admission to Universal Studios

"Roaming with Richard" Tour. (Tour of LA with Richard Arnold, exploring sites used for the filming of various "Star Trek" episodes - Includes lunch)




Saturday, 8th November, 2008 - An Audience With David Hewlitt
Brisbane - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm,

VIP Ticket - $140.00

Access to Conquest Saturday Activities
"B" Section Reserve Seating
Autographed Photo of David Hewlett

General Ticket - $50.00

General Unreserved Seating

Join David Hewlett (Dr Rodney McKay from Stargate Atlantis) for a fantastic one day event in Brisbane.

As an extra bonus, David will be supported by guest host, Katy Manning (Jo Grant from Doctor Who).

Attendees will also be treated to a special presentation by Stargate Author, Sonny Whitelaw. For true Sci-Fi fans, this is a presentation that should not be missed.

Weekend Upgrades Also Available

For fans wanting to make a full weekend of this event, with the co-operation of Brisbane's science fiction fan club, Conquest, Vortex Events is pleased to offer the following limited availability package...

Weekend Ticket - $270.00

"A" Section Reserve Seating at "An Audience with David Hewlett"

Autographed Photo of David Hewlett

Admission to Guest Cocktail Party - Friday Evening, 7th November

Admission to Guest Banquet - Saturday Night, 8th November

Exclusive Conquest-Only Session with David Hewlett on Sunday, 9th November

Additional Guests and Panels

Access to All Areas of Convention and Activities

Special Convention Programme Book

Monthly Convention Updates