Heya everyone!

Sorry about the silence.  I have recently finished working on the
floorplan for the event as well as had a few very successful meetings
with regards to entertainment.  I was also waiting for a new power
adapter to arrive so I could use my laptop again...and today I am back
in full swing!  So...here we go! :)

Staff News:
Upcoming meeting this month.  I will send out the Evite soon.  If you
are interested (and available) to assist with the event, please email
me at xatriancrux@yahoodotcom.  I recently purchased some lighting
equipment for small set pieces...which leads to the texted revelation
that this upcoming meeting, in particular, will be regarding set
design and construction.

Promotion & Team News:
New and improved flyers (the official ones at last - not the first
drafts which were on multi-colored FLO paper from my home printer)
will be printed and available in a couple of weeks.  If you can help
with the distribution of these, I would very much love this.  I am
looking to get these out all over CA and beyond, including hotspots
such as campuses, book and game stores, downtown party areas and
clubs, conventions, and more!

Music & Entertainment:
Goza'Nootara (unique opera singer), Northern Fae Repertory Theatre,
Gothic Tribal Bellydance troup (Sashi with a possible suspension act
backdropping the dancers), two special and talented gogo
dancers, and the awesome DJ 5arah are confirmed.  The famous,
wonderful, and amazingly entertaining "Ming & Ping" are also in the
works to be booked for the show (check out their site:
http://www.mingping.com )  More to be posted soon, as the list expands!

*REMEMBER:  This event is open to roleplayers as well as mundanes,
though costume is required and respect is a must. *grin*

XC Website & Rules updates:
The (game mechanics) system is on the way, but you can still
pre-register now!  Go to the link "Attend" for more info.  In
addition, I will be also announcing tonight that this event will be
BYOB, however, these drinks will not have any in-character applicable
effect and hopefully, will not be abused in real-effect either.
Please make sure to keep yourself in the best condition to administer
the ultimate respect to every attendee and to each individual's event
experience.  I want everyone to have an awesomely fun time.

That's all for now.  Hope to see everyone there at Xatrian Crux's
grand opening!

Cheers!
Adrianne Grady
Xatrian Crux - LARP Dance Club
www.xatriancrux.com

Wondered if anyone wants to join my new henson group, henson_films:
http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/henson_films/

Hi, i've just found out on the henson website that theres going to be
a "It's Alive!: Bringing Animatronic Characters to Life on Film"
exhibition opening to the public on Friday, May 12, in Beverly Hills
with puppets from the dark crystal. However, i do not think i will be
able to go to see it as i live in the U.K and haven't really got the
money to get over there. Thats why i wanted to ask if anyone one was
going to the exhibition could they take some photos, collect some
images or get any info on it for me. I would be very grateful if
anyone could help.
Please email me: tom2die4now@...
Thanks from Tom.

Why, do  you?! I don't.

tom2die4now <tom2die4now@...> wrote:        Does any one have any Dark
Crystal Props and Production materials they
   may want to sell or trade.
   Please email me at: tom2die4now@...
   Thanks from Tom.






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Please email me at: tom2die4now@...
Thanks from Tom.

Tartakovsky Directing Dark Crystal Sequel
Source: The Jim Henson Company February 1, 2006


Award-winning animation director Genndy Tartakovsky, who created the
hit series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Samurai Jack and Dexter's
Laboratory, will direct Power of the Dark Crystal, the much
anticipated sequel to The Jim Henson Company's 1982 classic fantasy
film. The announcement was made today by Lisa Henson, co-CEO of The
Jim Henson Company and a producer on the film.

Additionally, Tartakovsky's newest venture, Orphanage Animation
Studios, has been brought on board as a producing partner to head up
the CG animation elements that will be incorporated with the film's
live-action animatronic characters. Legendary fantasy artist Brian
Froud, designer of the original film, will return to design the new
characters. Odyssey Entertainment is representing worldwide sales and
distribution on the film.

Set hundreds of years after the events of the first movie when the
world has once again fallen into darkness, Power of the Dark Crystal
follows the adventures of a mysterious girl made of fire who,
together with a Gelfling outcast, steals a shard of the legendary
Crystal in an attempt to reignite the dying sun that exists at the
center of the planet.

"As an auteur of such exciting and fantastical adventure projects,
Genndy is the perfect director to bring to life 'Power of the Dark
Crystal,'" said Lisa Henson. "I am sure that his visualization of
Brian Froud's designs will thrill fans of the original film as well
as audiences who are meeting these beloved characters for the first
time."

Genndy Tartakovsky said, "The original 'Dark Crystal' was one of the
most inspirational and imaginative pictures of its time, so it's a
real honor for me to be able to bring the world of 'The Dark Crystal'
to a whole new generation."

The sequel is only one of several projects exploring the world of The
Dark Crystal, a fan favorite that has remained consistently strong
with worldwide home video and DVD sales. Other projects include an
animated television series, a manga series from Tokyo Pop, and myriad
licensed products such as books, apparel and collectible sculptures.

Power of the Dark Crystal is a production of The Jim Henson Company
in association with Orphanage Animation Studios. With a screenplay by
Annette Duffy and David Odell, the film will be produced by Lisa
Henson and Orphanage Animation Studios Chairman Scott Stewart.
Executive Producers will be Brian Henson with Ralph Kamp and Louise
Goodsill of Odyssey Entertainment.

Ralph Kamp and Louise Goodsill commented, "The original film remains
a classic and it's an honor to add 'Power of the Dark Crystal' to our
strong family line up. With Genndy and Orphanage Animation Studios
joining The Jim Henson Company, the final creative elements are in
place, and we know Berlin will be busy for us as we start the process
of bringing this long-awaited sequel to its many fans around the
world."

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=12991

Welcome to the group Kaenan....not much going on here it seems....but
hopefully that will change soon....hoping you have some fun
here....and thanks for joining.....:)

--- In thedarkcrystalclub@yahoogroups.com, "SPECTRE OF FYLTH"
<fylth_fiend88@...> wrote:
>
>    Hello all; I am Kaenan James; I am new here. Thank you to the
> moderaters for having me on board! Looking forward to meeting new
people
> & being a part of the club.
>
>
> Always,
>
>
> kaenan 1340
>

I was trying last night at six in the morning to sleep after being
awake for 22 hours, but I was restless. Then I started to think about
my gelfling...

THEN I HAD THE MOST UNHOLY URGE TO RESSURECT MY DARK CRYSTAL SITE FROM
A YEAR OF DORMANCY!!

and so I did.

Gone is "Exiled: The Tales of Sheln"

Now they're just Gelfling. Like us.
http://q.splurd.com/gelfling/

If you're linked to Exiled, I welcome you to update your bookmarks.

--
I'M THE LETTER Q!!!!

http://Q.splurd.com
Anarchic Q Design. Do Not Tamper With


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Hello all; I am Kaenan James; I am new here. Thank you to the
moderaters for having me on board! Looking forward to meeting new people
& being a part of the club.


Always,


kaenan 1340

Hello everyone,

Xatrian Crux ( xatriancrux.com for more info) is a LARP (live-action
roleplaying) Dance Club. A one day event which will be held in the
later parts of next year in Southern California.

Basically, you come in costume AND in character (in a role), keeping
your character's stats on you, and walk into another world of
entertainment and socializing with others who are doing the same.
It's free-style fun where the only thing guaranteed is that you will
be entertained by amazing otherworldly creatures on a stage bound to
the floor of this bio-spaceship's main hall, get something to drink
and snack on, have the chance to dance the night away to great music,
and get to interact with all sorts of kindly and wicked types, even
getting the chance to jump into a fight or storyline here and there.
And the staff (bartender, bouncers, DJ, club owner...), they're all in
character as well and deep into the scene along with you.

Picture the scene in Star Wars where the infamous deal between Han and
Luke takes place... Alien performers, and patrons fill the scene
around them.  Now expand that into a dance club and step inside.  Peer
in on noble elves and space pirates sitting side by side discussing
who-knows-what.  Pass by shady characters plotting in dark corners and
experience the unusual and often-times unwelcomed entrances of strange
sorts and trouble makers.  Dance between a saurian and an angel to
strange and familiar music.

This is Xatrian Crux.

If you're interested in attending, check out the website - XatrianCrux.com
Join the yahoo group Xatrian Crux, and the Forum (linked to the
Xatrian Crux website) to stay updated and/or get involved.  You can
also find Xatrian Crux and other LARP event updates through
MySpace.com Group "LARP Alliance".

** Set Design, for those who are curious, is a grand mixture of Dark
Crystal and Metroid.

More to come soon!

May your paths be many,
Adrianne Grady
Xatrian Crux Owner, Head of Plot
~

Since i'm a fan of both genres, here are my top faves:

1. Star Wars classic Trilogy.
2. Revenge of the Sith.
3. The Wizard of Oz. (Greatest fantasy movie ever)
4. The Dark Crystal.
5. Blade Runner.
6. Total Recall.
7. The Fifth Element.
8. Harry Potter Movies.
9. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.
10. The Last Unicorn.
11. The Secret of NIMH.
12. The Princess Bride.
13. 2001: A Space Odyssey.
14. Akira.
15. Ghost in The Shell.
16. Army of Darkness.
17. Excalibur.
18. Back to the Future.
19. X-Men 1 & 2.
20. Star Trek parts 2, 4, Generations and First Contact.
21. Serenity.
22. Aliens.
23. Terminator 1 & 2.
24. Rock and Rule.
25. Fire and Ice.
26. Transformers The Movie.
27. Big Trouble in Little China.
28. Max Max.
29. The Road Warrior.
30. Vampire Hunter D ( 1985) and Bloodlust.
31. Heavy Metal.
32. The Crow.
33. Starchaser: Legend of Orin.
34. Brazil.
35. Time Bandits.
36. Close Encounters of teh Third Kind.
37. E.T.
38. King Kong ( 1933).
39. Jurassic Park.
40. Independence Day.
41. Stargate.
42. Dark City.
43. The Running Man.
44. Jason and The Argonauts.
45. The Abyss.
46. Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon.
47. Princess Mononoke.
48. Spirited Away.
49. The Hobbit.
50. The Flight of Dragons.
51. Starship Troopers.
52. Mortal Kombat.
53. The Thing ( 1982).
54. Alien.
55. Batman Begins.
56. Batman (1989).
57. Invasion of the Body Snatchers ( 1957).
58. Fist of the North Star (Anime).
59. Conan The Barbarian.
60. Riki-Oh The Story of Ricky.
61. Battle Royale.
62. Men in Black.
63. Escape from New York.
64. War of the Worlds ( 2005).
65. War of the Worlds ( 1953).
66. Predator.
67. The Deadly Spawn ( a.k.a. Return of the Aliens).
68. Scanners.
69. Videodrome.
70. Highlander.
71. Tron.

Impressive eh?

Any body have any dark crystal props they want to sell, as i am a big
fan of the film, thanks.

news, trailers, articles, forum, independent films etc,
www.filmfanzine.com
Check it out!
Kjell :)

Hi all,

I've just read that there's going to be a new Dark Crystal movie.

How cool is that? :)

I wonder what new creatures will be introduced in this movie?

Be lucky,

Pete

Hi Jade,

I'm glad to see signs of life on this site again.
You mentioned the sequel so here's the link to the story reported by
darkhorizons for everybody else.

http://www.darkhorizons.com/news05/050515d.php

See you later



--- In thedarkcrystalclub@yahoogroups.com, jadescaper <no_reply@y...>
wrote:
> Hello to all members of the group,
>
> New Moderator here. *waves*
> I am going to try to revamp the site some, being somewhat new to
this
> myself, any ideas would be appreciated. I hope that we can get back
to
> posting together more on this site soon, specially with the sequel
> coming up.
>
> I hope everyone is doing well...
> Much light and Happiness to all...
>
> Jade

Hello to all members of the group,

New Moderator here. *waves*
I am going to try to revamp the site some, being somewhat new to this
myself, any ideas would be appreciated. I hope that we can get back to
posting together more on this site soon, specially with the sequel
coming up.

I hope everyone is doing well...
Much light and Happiness to all...

Jade

May 2005 – Sypher Art Studios Update
THE LOJ FANTASY MASQUERADE
July 8th, 2005
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com
---------------------------------------------------------
ONLY 40 DAYS before the LOJ MASQUERADE!

LABYRINTH OF JARETH VIII
The Eighth Annual Fantasy Masquerade Ball
FRIDAY, July 8th 2005
Within the historic Henry Fonda MusicBox Theatre
On the Hollywood Walk of Fame
6126 Hollywood Blvd Los Angeles, CA
---------------------------------------------------------
- Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade Ball – Event Information –
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com
Doors open at 8pm

Costumes or Masks are Mandatory! Imaginative costumes are highly
recommended
Tickets are available in advance for $31.00 each.

You can purchase tickets ONLINE with your credit card at
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com/site/tickets.html
Tickets are available on a First Come, First Served basis.

---------------------------------------------------------

Useful Information for those traveling to the Masquerade:
HOTELS : We have a special room block price at the Roosevelt Hotel
just for LoJ Masquerade attendees.
Hotel Information is at
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com/site/hotels.html

---------------------------------------------------------

This year, we've grown even more ambitious as we have more space for
theatrics,
better sound systems, lighting systems and stage area. The Sypher
Artists are working extremely hard to make this an
outstanding year within our Court! While the puppeteers get
ready ,Desert Sin is running with their latest performances at their
sensational Musse Des Femes then they dance into LOJ VIII.

So don't wait, purchase your tickets in June to make certain you gain
your place within the Court.
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com/site/tickets.html

---------------------------------------------------------

ABOUT: The LoJ Fantasy Masquerade:
The LOJ is an event of unique character and inspiration. Costumes or
formal wear and mask are required to enter the event. Costumes range
from faeries and goblins to beautiful Victorian garb, elaborate
armors, and period attire along with a host of fantasy creatures and
characters. We encourage imagination and diverse interaction. Each
year, Sypher Art Studios hosts the Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade to
pay homage to our inspirations and submerge our patrons in a special
night of art, music, dance and fantasy.

GLIMPSE WITHIN: The Masquerade
Eyes wander across sculpted displays and fantastic imagery in the
darkened halls tinged with stained glass. Lords and ladies dance
under fey enchantment and reality fades into the night. Imagination
gains precious breath as faerie wings and darkened wanderers step
through the crowds, joining the revels. We offer a unique chance to
lose yourself within the extravagance of the Goblin Court as the
outside world fades into a surrealistic dream.
-
LIVE PERFORMANCES / GUESTS & EVENTS


Sylphirance: The Royal Court opens its arms to the mortal drums as
tribal and ambient symphony blends with dance and imagery.
The ambitious creations of Sylphirance appear live on stage for LOJ
VIII.

Desert Sin : The Realms of Faerie are explored within the passion of
dance by the hauntingly beautiful dance troop, Desert Sin.
Performing live at the masquerade, Desert Sin is a stunning addition
to the beauty and flare of our court.

Mandrake : The Hauntingly Beautiful vocals of Mandrake to open the
gateway of surrealistic realms and ages past.

Knollwit : The multitalented Adrianne Grady returns to the Labyrinth
Masquerade with KNOLLWIT, a musical performance that drifts across
the dreaming realms.

Funky Gloworm : Exotic and tribal rock without boundaries! Funky
Gloworm returns for LOJ VIII !
(Other music acts and performances to be announced)Contact Us:

Ticket Questions?: LOJVIP@...
Music suggestions?: GoblinDJ@...
Direct other Questions about the Masquerade to: LOJ@...
-
Go to the Labyrinth of Jareth Website for more information
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com


If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to
email them to us at: loj@....
Now tis time for the fine print. First, we manually clean and cater
to this email, so if you don't want to be here, just politely email
us and we'll kick you off.

Our theme and the dreams that follow into have been influenced
heavily by fantasy realms, faerie legends,
celtic mythology, goblin lore and of course modern masters like Brian
Froud, Jim Henson and J.R.R. Tolkien .
Make sure to support their works by supporting their legacy for
generations of dreamers to come.

Great to be here! i am a BIG Dark Crystal since i was little, i do
have a movie poster in my room along with three DVD versions like "
Collector's Edition", "Special Edition" and " Superbit Edition" along
with the book " World of the Dark Crystal".

Hope to have fun here.

http://www.muppetcentral.com/news/2005/051305.shtml

Henson planning Dark Crystal sequel

"The Power of the Dark Crystal" features Jen and Kira as king and
queen fighting to save their kingdom when the crystal is once again
split.

By Greg James
May 13, 2005

Varity reported that The Jim Henson Company is planning on making a
sequel to the 1982 fantasy classic "The Dark Crystal".

The film, which is titled "The Power of the Dark Crystal", has been
written by David Odell (The Dark Crystal, The Muppet Show) and
Annette Duffy. No director is yet attached to the film which will
start shooting this fall and is planned for a 2007 release. The film
will combine live-action animatronic characters with CG animation.
Like its predecessor, the film hopes to push the boundaries of
puppetry, special effects, and visual story-telling.

The story for the film is set many years after the original movie.
The first film's original heroes Jen and Kira are now king and queen,
and must fight to save their kingdom when the crystal is once again
split.

Any further cast and crew announcements have not been made. But it
has been cited that The Jim Henson Company wants to involve many of
the people who worked on the original movie (such as Brian Froud and
Frank Oz). The official word on the cast & crew should be made later
this year once production picks up on the project.

The Jim Henson Company had tossed around ideas of a sequel (or
prequel) over the years. In the late '90s there was strong support
from many Henson executives, led by Brian Henson, to make a prequel
to the 1982 film. Sadly the plans never materialized; but now that
the company is "Muppet-free" they want to work to bring back many of
their existing productions and franchises.

The film has built a strong cult-following since 1982 and mixed with
the new surge in "fantasy world" films in the recent years, Henson
feels that now is the perfect time to bring back the world of the
Dark Crystal.

The company is also working on developing animated series,
interactive games and other related media as well.

I would be interested....I have never run a group before....but I
would give it my best shot...:)


--- In thedarkcrystalclub@yahoogroups.com, eurusfaeriewillow
<no_reply@y...> wrote:
>
> I haven't done a thing with this group in a long time because it
just
> seems like I don't have any spare time to do it.  I originally took
it
> over for the owner and hoped to keep it up and alive.  So if anyone
> would be interested to take over as moderater for me I would gladly
> appreciate it.  This group was active at a time long ago and I
would
> love to see it up and running again.  Thanks!

I haven't done a thing with this group in a long time because it just
seems like I don't have any spare time to do it.  I originally took it
over for the owner and hoped to keep it up and alive.  So if anyone
would be interested to take over as moderater for me I would gladly
appreciate it.  This group was active at a time long ago and I would
love to see it up and running again.  Thanks!

Who has it and who doesn't have it?

I have it!

The 1983 Marvel movie adaptation, issues 1 and 2 (the complete set).
in VF-to-NM condition, bagged and boarded. $5 plus shipping and
handling. E-mail me if you're interested.

My name is Skull Bearer, I am 19 and first saw the Dark Crystal aged
5 while spending a holiday at my French Grandmother's house. I
cannot begin to describe how much I adored the film, I can say,
however, that the flyleaves of every picture book I had were covered
in childish doodles of the Skeksis, the three suns, and the crystal.

I daydreamt about it for years, I still do.

Now, fourteen years on, I have every book of the Dark Crystal I
could get my greedy little paws on, including the first edition of
the World of the Dark Crystal (thanks be to my stepfather who got it
for my 14th birthday), and the novel of the book (I was looking for
it for years, found it by accident in a car boot sale and nearly
died of shock). Not to mention the video, DVD and so on.

And no, the Skeksis and the Garthim never scared me. Some things
did, but that was because I was, and am, a very weird child.

As soon as I can get my scanner working I'll post my (later) Dark
Crystal artwork.


Oh yes, and I liked Jen and Kira just as much, but Skeksil's my
favourite *Hugs*.


Skull Bearer.

Just wanted to say Hi....So Hi to everyone..(waves hand)...hows it
going.....I have enjoyed this movie for years....I chose
Kira...why....Because she has wings of course...lol...and that fuzzy
fizzgig.....with such a wide mouth...well i must be skipping off
now...nice to see you all...hope to see you again...
Jade

Sypher Studios Update
-The Labyrinth of Jareth Fantasy Masquerade –
July 16th, 2004
Current information is available at http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com

In this update: LOJ Masquerade 2004 Tickets On Sale Now!
more photos from the 2003 Masquerade are online!

::He approaches the microphone and taps it cautiously :: Greetings
and Salutations everyone on the Sypher Studios Mailing List!
Quite a few months have passed since our last email update and the
world seems to be a different place. Even here in the surrealistic
realms of cyberspace, our dreams are expanding to new frontiers and
our excitement builds as we make the plans for our annual fantasy
Masquerade.

There is much to announce and time is short. Glitter the gossamer of
your wings and make ready. Without further delay, let us open the
floodgates of information and share yet another year of chaos and
magic within the Goblin Courts. It is my sincere pleasure to announce
the:

LABYRINTH OF JARETH VII
The Seventh Annual Fantasy Masquerade Ball

FRIDAY, July 16th 2004
Within the historic Henry Fonda MusicBox Theatre
On the Hollywood Walk of Fame
6126 Hollywood Blvd         Los Angeles, CA
---------------------------------------------------------
- Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade Ball – Event Information –
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com

Doors open at 8pm   - introduction at 9:30pm
Costumes or Masks w/formal attire are Mandatory!
Imaginative costumes are highly recommended.

Tickets are available in advance for $25.00 each.
People holding advance tickets are given first entry into the
Masquerade. You can purchase tickets ONLINE with your credit card at

http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com/site/tickets.html
_________________________________________________________

2003 Sold out with very few tickets available at the door. This year
is already off to a very quick start in our ticket sales. With this
new venue we have more space for theatrics, better sound systems,
lighting systems and stage area, but only slightly more capacity than
last year.
Tickets are available on a First Come, First Served basis.
Do not count on tickets being available at the door.
_________________________________________________________
Music suggestions? Email them to GoblinDJ@...

ABOUT:  The Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade:
The LOJ is a fantasy masquerade of unique character and inspiration.
Costumes or formal wear and mask are required to enter the event,
(that includes all of the event staff). Costumes range from faeries
and goblins to beautiful Victorian garb, elaborate armors, and period
attire along with a host of fantasy creatures and characters. We
encourage imagination and diverse interaction. Each year, Sypher Art
Studios hosts the Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade to pay homage to our
inspirations and submerge our patrons in a special night of art,
music, dance and fantasy.


A GLIMPSE WITHIN: The Masquerade
Eyes wander across sculpted displays and fantastic imagery in the
darkened halls tinged with stained glass. Lords and ladies dance
under fey enchantment and reality fades into the night. Imagination
gains precious breath as faerie wings and darkened wanderers step
through the crowds, joining the revels. We offer a unique chance to
lose yourself within the ambiance of the Goblin Court as the outside
world fades into a surrealistic dream.
-
LIVE PERFORMANCES / GUESTS & EVENTS

KNOLLWIT : The multitalented Adrianne Grady returns to the Labyrinth
Masquerade with KNOLLWIT, a musical performance that drifts across
the dreaming realms.

TRESK : Deep experimental sounds from the TRESK project. Technophased
spirit summoned on the cusp of reality's coil. A beat driven by
the rain of neon skies. You will simply have to hear him perform live.

Desert Sin :  The Realms of Faerie are explored within the passion of
dance by the hauntingly beautiful dance troop, Desert Sin. Performing
live at the masquerade, Desert Sin is a stunning addition to the
beauty and flare of our court.

(Other music acts and performances to be announced)

SYPHER STUDIOS: The artists of Sypher Art Studios are displaying
their gallery exhibits within the masquerade, including sculpted
displays and works from Adam Gastelum, Virgil Simpelo, Adrianne Grady
and Shawn Strider. New Artwork and Publications will be on sale in
the LOJ Royal Gallery. The artists of Sypher will be signing
throughout the night. http://www.sypher.net


Contact Us:
Ticket Questions?: LOJVIP@...
Music suggestions?: GoblinDJ@...
Direct other Questions about the Masquerade to: LOJ@...
-
Go to the Labyrinth of Jareth Website for more information
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com

If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to
email them to us at: loj@...     For advanced ticket
questions, email them to LOJViP@...


Some words about:
   The Labyrinth of Jareth 2003 Masquerade – Photos online at:
http://www.labyrinthmasquerade.com/gallery/gallery.php?gallery=2003

Last year was wonderful in Santa Monica. The doors of Gotham Hall
opened up and soon the venue was filled with nobles and fey lingering
upon the cusp of night while music filled the lavish rooms. Each year
it brightens my eyes to see these dreams shared by so many hearts and
imaginations. Your kind words and support makes this job worth every
ounce of blood and fatigue that we place into it. Thank you all for
making the 2003 Labyrinth Masquerade a success! Special thanks goes
to Brian Froud, Wendy Froud and Toby Froud, for gracing the Court
with their talent and their vision.

Sypher update – March 23rd, 2004.

For those who enjoy being on the mailing list of this chaotic group
of artists, we hope that our work continues to entertain you and we
appreciate all of your kind words and support. If you don't want
to be a part of our mailing list, we don't want you here. Let us know
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> 1. Why did the urRu have their name changed to the
> Mystics for the movie? I
> presume it was a producers decision, expecting
> audiences would understand
> the latter name better. Still, it was interesting to
> hear Jen speak the
> original name in the work print scenes, and speak to
> ur-Zah at the deleted
> funeral scene. Also, I noticed one of the Skeksis
> shrieks the name "UrRu!!"
> as they come into the castle at the end. Which takes
> me to point two...
>
> 2. Again on those work print scenes, were the
> Skeksis originally intended
> to be speaking a foreign language? (eg.
> "Haa-skeekah" = "Trial by stone"
> etc) Was this another concession to potential
> audiences?

Yes, from what I've read, originally the Skeksis, at
least, didn't speak any english.  (there are distinct
echos of this in the novelization, I believe).
However, in the test previews, audiences were left
saying "huh?"  and so they changed it all to English.
I'm sure this was a necessary thing, but I've always
regretted that that happened.

> 3. Does anyone know what the box office take was for
> The Dark Crystal?

Nope.  I remember reading somewhere that it did break
even, but it wasn't a major earner.  Much as I love
the film, the story is a little weak, and I'm sure it
didn't appeal to many.


> 4. I remember seeing a TV documentary after Jim
> Henson died where Frank Oz
> talked about Jim's passion for DC and how the
> critical reaction wasn't as
> enthusiastic as he had hoped. I got the impression
> that doing DC almost
> left Henson a broken man. Can anyone shed some
> light?

I don't think it left him broken.  I think he was just
disappointed.  At least, that's my impression from
stuff I read in the mid 80's.

> 5. I'm also keen to know if anything of a back story
> to the movie narrative
> is available anywhere? There are some unclear things
> in the plot that could
> do with further explanation.

There are some tidbits in the novelization.  I don't
know if you'd consider it authoritative (who gets to
decide what is the official backstory?), but The World
of The Dark Crystal book contains a narrative by
Aughra about the origin of the world, the first great
conjunction etc.  I figure that's as authoritative as
it gets since this was an official publication.

What details are you wanting clarification about?

david





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Hello any Dark Crystal enthusiasts out there! Is this list active at all?

I just recently bought the Dark Crystal on DVD after many years of thinking
it was almost lost forever. This movie was my favourite as a kid aged 8,
and its vision and power is undiminished for me even over 20 years later.
In fact I think it compares to the current Lord of the Rings films in
convincingly creating another world, even though it's mostly puppets.

Some questions inevitably came up while watching the DVD (on which the only
bonus feature missing was a director's commentary!) If anyone can shed any
light, I'd be keen to hear more...

1. Why did the urRu have their name changed to the Mystics for the movie? I
presume it was a producers decision, expecting audiences would understand
the latter name better. Still, it was interesting to hear Jen speak the
original name in the work print scenes, and speak to ur-Zah at the deleted
funeral scene. Also, I noticed one of the Skeksis shrieks the name "UrRu!!"
as they come into the castle at the end. Which takes me to point two...

2. Again on those work print scenes, were the Skeksis originally intended
to be speaking a foreign language? (eg. "Haa-skeekah" = "Trial by stone"
etc) Was this another concession to potential audiences?

3. Does anyone know what the box office take was for The Dark Crystal?

4. I remember seeing a TV documentary after Jim Henson died where Frank Oz
talked about Jim's passion for DC and how the critical reaction wasn't as
enthusiastic as he had hoped. I got the impression that doing DC almost
left Henson a broken man. Can anyone shed some light?

5. I'm also keen to know if anything of a back story to the movie narrative
is available anywhere? There are some unclear things in the plot that could
do with further explanation.

Looking forward to any discussion around these points!

Ciao,

BB

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