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Here's a selection of pictures we took this past weekend at Dragon*Con 2012 which features some of the coolest British themed cosplay we saw. From Doctor Who to the IT Crowd, all British TV shows were represented. Also included are pictures from Anglotopia's own panels. Which costume is your favorite? … [Read more...]
Asylum of the Daleks was indeed a very wild ride filed with lots of possible ramifications for down the line. It was a breakneck thrill ride of an opener that pleased many fans who have been eagerly waiting new episodes. SEASON 7 NEWS Ashley Walters (Outcasts) has been cast as a guest star in Season Seven. Cameron Strefford will … [Read more...]
This past weekend at Dragon*con 2012, I appeared on the major BritTrack Doctor Who Panel, the Series 6 review on Sunday Night. Along with Mike Faber from the Earth Station Who podcast, we discussed anything and everything Doctor Who. It was a lot of fun - we had a great crowd. They were very excited about Who and had lots of great questions … [Read more...]
Day 3 Nicholas John Robotto is a prop wizard who has worked on Doctor Who, Torchwood, Sarah Jane Adventures, Merlin and more. Robotto's panel on Friday afternoon was filled to capacity At his panel he talked about working on Doctor Who as well as how he created the props used in the show. It was a terrific panel and those in attendance … [Read more...]
Day one of Dragoncon was all about John Barrowman. The actor treated the exuberant audience to showing off his bum during his opening panel. Barrowman answered questions and laughed it up with his fans during his one hour panel with Kai Owen. Owen appeared on stage with Barrowman and it was obvious the two actors have great chemistry … [Read more...]
It's all about the start of the new season this week! Asylum Of The Daleks airs on Saturday in the UK and USA. Huzzah! The Radio Times previewed the season opener: http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2012-08-28/steven-moffats-doctor-who-episode-guide-asylum-of-the-daleks SEASON SEVEN NEWS The screening of Asylum of The Daleks last … [Read more...]
For the fifth year in a row, we're going to attend the Dragon*Con Sci-Fi and Fantasy Convention in Atlanta, Georgia this Labor Day Weekend. It's what we like to call a 'workcation' where I get to have fun promoting Anglotopia and pursuing the things that interest me the most. Anglotopia is heavily involved in 'BritTrack' which is the British … [Read more...]
Another week of set reports, rumors and generally web nuttiness and the Whoniverse waits to see what news comes out from San Diego later this weekend. In the meantime there is lots of stuff happening as filming of The Crimson Horror (ep. 9) continues in Wales. SEASON SEVEN NEWS Things slowed down a bit near the end of the week as the cast … [Read more...]
Once again Season Seven news is dominating the world of Doctor Who. A lot of Brit tabloids are following filming with keen interest and the internet is loaded with rumor and innuendo about the new companion. There also is more information about S7's special guests. There finally has been some news on the K9 TV series and David Tennant has been … [Read more...]
With Summer Coming to end and most of us recovering still from our stint at Dragon*Con we thought it would be a perfect time to review how we did with our Summer Movie predictions, and then talk about what new fall TV shows we are looking forward to this year. Then, we take a look at this week’s episode of Doctor Who, ‘The Girl Who Waited’. … [Read more...]
Despite sound issues ESO goes live again at Dragon*Con, talking to friends of the show and talking about the pro’s and cons of getting over 40,000 sci-fi and fantasy fans together. But that’s not all, also this week we talk about the newest Doctor Who “Night Terrors” and Episode 9 of Torchwood: Miracle Day “The Gathering” Join us for … [Read more...]
The last day of Dragoncon found a lot of people in costume. There were about 7 Amy Ponds, 4 Tom Bakers and a 5th Doctor. But mostly there were 10th and 11th Doctors walking around. There was a very creepy Silent walking around. Everything Doctor Who was a big panel about all things in the Whoniverse. Fans of all ages chatted about their love … [Read more...]
First of all, thank you to everyone who came out to the Anglotopia panels at Dragoncon. Thanks as well to those who came ot the Doctor Who and Torchwood programming, especially the three panels I moderated with Sylvester McCoy. Your participation made it special. Thanks as well to those of you who attended the Brit Track programming. We worked … [Read more...]
COUNTRYCIDE SCREENING A packed house enjoyed Gareth David Lloyd's live commentary for Torchwood, Countrycide. Lloyd chose the episode since he loves horror and likes how the story played out. His commentary skillfully blended facts and bellylaughs as he told anecdotes about filming the episode. Before the commentary he auctioned off a poster … [Read more...]
MCCOY AT DRAGONCON Sylvster McCoy did a fantastic panel earlier this evening. He discussed his career in comedy, his taking on the role of The Doctor and his casting in The Hobbit. The audience loved his thoughts on the Fox TV movie and his recollections on making several of his most interesting stories. He also discussed working with Anthony … [Read more...]
Check out this awesome Burning Man 2011 Dalek Art Car. I saw something very similar at Dragon*Con this year. Very very cool! … [Read more...]
Former Doctor Who star Sylvester McCoy is one of the headline guests at DragonCon 2011 and in his panel today he talked a little bit about the Hobbit. He couldn't say much, obviously. He said that he filmed earlier this year for 6 weeks and will return to New Zealand for filming in November and then again in February. He loves New Zealand and … [Read more...]
DragonCon Day 2 is in full effect. Anglophiles have had a busy morning. A jam packed room was on hand for the Terry Pratchett panel and Martin Landau was in fine form at his Space 1999 panel where he was interviewed by Anthony Thompson. Mr. Landau was funny courteous and informative as he reflected back on his time on the show. I … [Read more...]
Dragon*con 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia is now underway. The first day saw a full round of interesting panels for Anglophiles of all ages. There were lots of costumes, surprisingly a lot of 2nd Doctor costumes to be exact. There were also people dressed up like the 4th, 10th and 11th Doctors in great numbers. Several Daleks and a few Cybermen … [Read more...]
There's a lot to see and do at Dragon*Con this year and to make it a little easier on you - we've gone through the schedule and picked the panels we are definitely going to attend. 1. $^#^ My Captain Says One of the headlining guest this year at DragonCon is William Shatner who last made an appearance at Dragoncon in 2011. Friday … [Read more...]
Doctor Who returned with a vengeance this week with the fast paced and frantic Let's Kill Hitler. The episode was the perfect jumping off point for the second half of the season and featured a daring, bold and magnificent performance from Alex Kingston. In fact the entire cast was pretty great. I like how Rory is getting bolder as the … [Read more...]
We're just a couple days away from DragonCon 2011 and I thought it'd be helpful to post the entire schedule for the BritTrack. Yesterday we posted a schedule of the panel we'll be on, check it out here. We're hitting the road tomorrow and will arrive in Atlanta Thursday night. Please keep in mind that this schedule is subject to change. So check … [Read more...]
We're going to have a pretty big presence at Dragon*Con 2011 in Atlanta this weekend and if you're in the area it's a great way to meet us and have fun with fellow Anglophiles celebrating everything they love about British TV. For those that don't know - Dragon*Con is the largest Sci-fi/Fantasy/Media Etc Convention on the East Coast and is held … [Read more...]
The BBC has released the trailer preview for Night Terrors - the next episode of Doctor Who Series 6. Check it out below: If you're in Atlanta next weekend - BBC America, Comcast and the Brit Track at Dragon*Con will be premiering Night Terrors early at the convention! … [Read more...]
Great news for all the Doctor Who fans joining us at DragonCon 2011 in Atlanta next week. Our friends at BritTrack have arranged for BBC America and Comcast to show us next week's new episode of Doctor Who - two hours before it airs on BBC America! According to Dragon*Con: In conjunction with Comcast and BBC America, the BritTrack will host a … [Read more...]
It's now official now that Dragon*Con has updated their website. Seventh Doctor Sylvester McCoy will be making an appearance at DragonCon 2011. This is quite a coup for DragonCon and even bigger for the track we're heavily involved in: BritTrack. We're not sure what his schedule is, but we'll post details next week when we post our schedule … [Read more...]
First of all thanks to everyone who came out to Chicago Comic Con! A big shout out to those of you who hung out in the hallway and cramped yourselves in on the front of the floor! It was great meeting so many fans and talking about our passion for the shows we love. The Torchwood panel with Kai and Gareth was truly an … [Read more...]
Here's a short video that I shot during the 2010 DragonCon parade that shows all the British and Doctor Who themed costumers. A lot of great costumes! Great job guys! Click to view a larger version. … [Read more...]
One thing I'm really looking forward to at Dragon*Con 2010 is that I'm going to be on two panels in the Brit Track. This year there is a panel dedicated to Anglophile Stuff on the web with a focus on Anglotopia - which I'll be on. There will also be a special panel dedicated to travelling in Britain that I'll also be on. I'm very much looking … [Read more...]
Here's the complete, up to date schedule for Brit Track and DragonCon. If you're going to be at Dragon*Con this weekend - here's a listing of all of the Anglophile/Brit events you can attend. As you can see - there's quite a bit! Friday, September 3 10:00am Welcome to the BritTrack- Macon Sheraton When Fri, September 3, 10:00am - … [Read more...]
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