Our schedule for 2008 and our Panelist application form will be online very soon! Watch for updates!
An important message from Caro McCully, the BritTrack director:
Dear BritTrack Fans,
With a new year of entertainment, guests, and anniversary celebrations this year we have made a very hard decision. This decision comes with great analysis and thought.
Thus, unfortunately for our Dragon Con 2008 year we will not have a "Whose Line is it Anyway?" Competition or a "Monty Python Experience Panel." As of right now we plan to have both panels back in 2009, however given circumstances and guests next year that may change.
We thank all of our fans have supported both programming elements of the BritTrack for your attendance, participation, and laughter. We would like to formally thank Tony Scott and Sketch Quinn for making last year's "Whose Line is it Anyway?" Competition spectacular. As well, we would like to thank Mr. Friskett's Improv Troupe (http://mrfriskett.googlepages.com) for their brilliant performance during the "Monty Python Experience" Panel last year. For more information about the Improv Troup please check out their website on our Links Page for their up and coming events.
If you have any concerns or comments about our decision not to have a "Whose Line is it Anyway?" or "Monty Python Experience" Panel this year please address them to Assistant Director Robert Bowen at ihadtomakethisup@yahoo,com.
Once again, thank you to our fans and for the support of both events. We look forward to Dragon Con 2008 and hope to see you there.
Very Best,
The BritTrack Staff
Caro McCully
British Sci-fi Media Track Director
Dragon Con
http://www.dragoncon.org
http://brittrack.org
britishmedia@dragoncon.org
britishmediadirector@gmail.com
Robert "Rob in the Hat" Bowen
British Sci-fi Media Track Assistant Director
Dragon Con
http://www.dragoncon.org
http://brittrack.org
ihadtomakethisup@yahoo.com
Panel Descriptions:
FRIDAY:
Welcome to BritTrack 2008!
11:30a, Valdosta
The unofficial kick-off of BritTrack! Come by to get a preview of all the awesome stuff we have for you this year
Torchwood: CSI Cardiff
1:00p, Valdosta
BritTrack 2008 kicks off with a bang! We bring the Rift to Atlanta! Hear all about Torchwood's past, present and future (well, as much as we can talk about!) with two of the stars from the show—Gareth David-Lloyd (Ianto) and Anthony Lewis (Thomas "Tommy" Reginald Brockless
45 Years in Time and Space: The Legacy of Doctor Who
2:30p, Valdosta
45 years is just "a handful of heartbeats to a TimeLord"! But in television terms, it still makes Doctor Who the longest-running SF show in history (Earth's anyway)! Come talk about and celebrate Britain’s long time hit! Ask questions, get answers.
Robin Hood
4:00p, Valdosta
From whispers, to tales, to legend, to his own TV Series, Robin Hood has been stealing our hearts for decades. Come talk about the legendary thief in his new incarnation, now in its second season on the BBC.
Red Dwarf: 20 Years of Smeg
5:30p, Valdosta
Oh, Cat, Lister, Rimmer, Holly, Kryten...how do we love thee? Let us count the beer cans! Bringing the phrase “lost in space” to a British level, Red Dwarf has entertained us for years.
BritPop!
7:00p, Valdosta
An annual conclave for Anglophile music lovers of all ages! Discover new sounds, new styles and trends in the UK's burgeoning music scene. This panel looks at the bands and artists that are making waves in the UK.
HGTTG Vogon Poetry Slam!
8:30p, Valdosta
It’s the 20th anniversary of Douglas Adams' Guide to the Galaxy, and we are going to kick it off right! Come join our discussion and rattle off some Vogon poetry of your own.
British Night at the Telly
10:00p, Valdosta (7 hours)
We offer to you the best, and possibly worst, of British Television. From old favorites, to things you would like to forget, we're trying our best to fit a little of everything in. Come by and watch the hits and misses of Brit's finest.
SATURDAY:
The Worlds of Gerry Anderson
10:00a, Valdosta
Gerry Anderson enlivened childhood imaginations for generations with television shows like The Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet, UFO, & Space: 1999. Join us for a nostalgic look back at the career of this unique figure.
Inside the Actor's Gaffe: Torchwood
11:30a, Atrium Ballroom
This year BritTrack is lucky to have not one but three great stars from Torchwood:Gareth David-Lloyd, James Marsters and Anthony Lewis. They’ve stepped through the rift for this hour-long interview.
Inside the Actor's Gaffe: Robert Llewellyn
1:00p, Grand Ballroom
This interview with the actor, author, and computer whiz whose career ranges from improv comedy to his work in Red Dwarf and Mirrormask. Mr. Llewellyn will talk about his novels, computer programs & current projects.
NeedCoffee.com vs. the Whoniverse
2:30p, Valdosta
The folks at NeedCoffee.com are known for their high standards and intense scrutiny. See what happens when these pop culture rogues turn their towering intellects and biting humor towards their beloved Time Lord and his spin-offs.
The Prisoner
4:00p, Valdosta
Since 1968 fans have been trying to peel away the layers of this brilliantly enigmatic program. Conjecture about all things McGoohan as we prepare for the launch of a (gasp) ‘new’ version.
Sherlock Holmes and other Brit Literature
5:30p, Valdosta
The legacy of British literature is elementary. There are things called books and British people wrote some? Who would have known? How will Holmes measure up against the likes of Dickens, Verne, and Tolkien? Stop in to talk about classics like The Time Machine and new stuff like Fulgrim: Visions of Treachery. Come and help solve the mystery.
Gay Themes in the Whoniverse
7:00p, Valdosta
From JNT to RTD, Doctor Who has always had a large following in the gay community. Come with us as we explore how RTD tastefully introduced alternate sexualities into what is still perceived as a children’s show.
Catching Up With Nick and Simon
8:30p, Valdosta
The wacky duo of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are at it again. Their most recent film Hot Fuzz took the piss out of the cop film genre and solidified them as one of Britain's most creative comedic teams. Hear what they are up to and discuss why their collaborative talents work so well together.
British NIght at the Telly
10:00p, Valdosta (7 hours)
Rob Bowen O.B. E (Order of British Entertainment) is at it again. This time around he brings you more obscurities, curiosities and classics! No matter what genre you like (comedy, animation, SF, or panel shows) there are sure to be bits and bobs to keep you up until dawn.
SUNDAY:
An Hour with Kryten 2X4B-523P
10:00a, Grand Ballroom
Yes, Kryten has fallen through a rift in Time and Space and has wound up in the strangest place in the universe: DragonCon!!!
The Final Torchwood Panel
11:30p, Valdosta
For one last time we have Gareth David-Lloyd (Ianto) and Anthony Lewis (Thomas "Tommy" Reginald Brockless) together to answer your questions and entertain you with their unique stories.
The Mind of Neil Gaiman
1:00p, Valdosta
Gaiman has carved a niche for himself in the literary world by creating worlds of dark wonder and bizarre brilliance. Join us as we chat about his Sandman series, the humor of Good Omens, his film Stardust and everything else Neil.
Wibbly Wobbly Timey Wimey: New Series Doctor Who
2:30p, Valdosta
Changes have come and new threats lurk in time and space! This panel examines the revamped series & explores where it may be going in the future. (WARNING: contains spoilers!)
007: "Bond, James Bond"
4:00p, Valdosta
James Bond, secret agent, has returned, this time in Quantum of Silence. Discuss the return of Daniel Craig and relive past favorites, such as Q, Smithers, & Moneypenny.
Nuts on the Road: THE PANEL SHOW
5:30p, Sheraton Ballroom A601 - A602
We’ve taken our favorite games from a slew of UK panel shows and mashed them into a single hour of madness. Ken Plume from Quick Stop Entertainment hosts. With Aqua Teen Hunger Force’s Dana Snyder and Needcoffee.com’s Widgett Walls as team captains.
The Wacky World of Doctor Who Canon
5:30, Valdosta
With 45 years of Doctor Who continuity to figure out, here are the people with all the answers...
Ask the Boffins: the Science of British Sci-Fi
7:00p, Valdosta
"Can you really be in Cryostasis for 1 million years?" and "If a Trans-dimensional/Time Rift were to happen would it really be in Cardiff, Wales?" Come find out with us!
Primeval
8:30p, Valdosta
Portals to the past are opening everywhere; creatures formerly extinct are coming through, and a small group of scientists on the job. Find out what’s in store for Professor Cutter & his intrepid group.
ANNIVERSARIES PARTY!!
10:00p, Valdosta
Its six big parties rolled into one! Come and boogie down with guests and friends to celebrate this year's various anniversaries, including Doctor Who’s 45th, The Prisoner's 40th, Blake's 7's 30th, HHGTG’s 30th, Red Dwarf’s 20th, and Ian Fleming’s Centennial!
British Night at the Telly
Post-party, Valdosta ('til 5:00a)
We offer to you the best, and possibly worst, of British Television. From old favorites, to things you would like to forget, we're trying our best to fit a little of everything in. Come by and watch the hits and misses of Brit's finest.
MONDAY:
Everything Doctor Who
10:00a, Valdosta
The show's been around forever but is the old show as good as the new? Do you prefer Tom Baker or David Tennant? Which is scarier, Daleks or Cybermen. Who is the best companion yet? Stop in to compare and contrast panel on everything Doctor Who. (Grand Ballroom A-F)
British SF Media Costuming
11:30a, Valdosta
So you have a killer idea for a costume, but you're not sure how to make it. Well, fear not. Our panel of experts can help you to make your wildest cosplay dreams come true. Wear your best costume to show off and add your expertise to the discussion.
Terry Nation: Daleks, Blake and Survivors
1:00p, Valdosta
Brit SF would not be the same without the seminal works of Terry Nation. Come hear about what’s new with the Daleks, the pilot rumors for Blake’s 7 on ITV, and the revival of The Survivors.
Doctor Who in Other Media
2:30p, Valdosta
We'll spend an hour examing the comic strips, novels, audio adventures & webcasts that have created the Whoniverse, and that played such a crucial role during the 15 years between "Survival" & "Rose."
So Long & Thanks for All The Fish: Brit Track Feedback
4:00p, Valdosta
Say Goodbye, tell us how we did, get the left over swag. We need your feedback as we look towards planning BritTrack 2009!
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