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Jim at Dragon*Con 2010
Stiletto:
What would you recommend a newbie go see? So many things on the schedule...no idea where to go when! :)
I take it I should hilite the Bards on my schedule...what else?
Mousekabob:
Still haven't had a chance to go over the schedule yet.
Looks like Jim is only doing the one signing. Get in line early for it (and wave to me at the Charity booth) The lines can be fun though. You get to meet some great people.
I like the Bards, but it's a matter of taste. Want to see Voltaire now too. Lots of good musical guests. Dragon Dance every night is good my eldest son loves that. Look for panels on shows or subjects you are interested in and attend those. Check with the main track room if you aren't sure and they can advise you further.
We love going to things such as Klingon Karaoke each year. Also always catch the masquerade. There are just so many fun things to do. Leave time for just sitting around and watching the costumes go by as well. Be prepared for lines for some events (good luck if you want to get into the dub your own Hentai panel, have never know anyone to manage that)
If you are there Thursday night, they are doing the Yellow Ribbon USO party, and Drum Circle.
BLOOD DRive, if you can donate, don't forget the blood drive too.
Ohh, they also always run out of programs, so hold on to yours!!!
llwaynest:
What are you interested in? I find the battle bots are fun. Miss Universe (formerly Miss Klingon) beauty pageant is a hoot. Buffy Horror Picture Show & Dr. Horrible's Sing-a-long Blog are a must for me. Adam Savage will be on several Skep track panels and his own. He's always entertaining. We will also be attending the I Dream of Jeannie 45th anniversary panel. Masquerade is awesome, but we usually watch it on video at the Marriot Marquis instead of Centennial I-II-III because it's just so damn crowded and if you manage to get into Centennial, you'll probably be in the back of the room watching on the big screen anyway. Scott Bakula and Dean Stockwell. The parade, ARTC radio theatre... it goes on and on. Study the pocket program and high light things that look interesting. Give yourself an empty hour for standing in line for most panels being held in Centennial II-III at the Hyatt, the Atrium Ballroom at the Marriott, the Grand Ballroom at the Sheraton, and the Peachtree Ballroom at the Westin.
DonC:
--- Quote from: Stiletto on August 29, 2010, 04:04:53 PM ---What would you recommend a newbie go see? So many things on the schedule...no idea where to go when! :)
I take it I should hilite the Bards on my schedule...what else?
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What do you like? There's stuff to do pretty much 24/7 starting Thursday night. The only events I don't recommend are the Dawn Look-A-Like Contest and the burlesque show. They may sound interesting, but unless you're in the first three rows, the Dawn show isn't worth the time. The burlesque show isn't worth the time no matter where you sit.
Dannyboy:
--- Quote from: Stiletto on August 29, 2010, 04:04:53 PM ---What would you recommend a newbie go see? So many things on the schedule...no idea where to go when! :)
I take it I should hilite the Bards on my schedule...what else?
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I'll take a stab here...
It depends on your interests, but if you like taking pictures of people in costumes the best place for that has been the Marriott lobby on Sunday night after the masquerade. For some reason getting in to the masquerade has never been an option for me (always multiple schedule conflicts for the amount of line standing it takes to get in) The masquerade is simulcast on the CCTV systems in all 4 host hotels so you can watch from your room if you want.
DonC and I do not share the same feelings on the Dawn contest, though I do have to stand on line for at least 2 hours to get in to that one and get a decent seat. I've done it most years and enjoy the show and variance in the various contestants costumes, everything from professional dancers to ladies who put way too much into their armor. That said, I may skip it this year though since there is a conflict.
For the uber-geek the robot battles can be fun, and the various fan run panels are a good place to get out your pet theory on your favorite show.
Enjoy the con
Danny
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