EMP’s Original New Exhibition Examines the Cultural Phenomenon of Horror

EMP’s Original New Exhibition Examines the Cultural Phenomenon of Horror

Can’t Look Away:  The Lure of Horror Film Opens October 2, 2011

SEATTLE— EMP Museum announced the opening of its new exhibition Can’t Look Away:  The Lure of Horror Film which takes an in-depth exploration into horror, its link to humanity, and how that connection is expressed through cinema, biology, history, and contemporary culture.  EMP invited some of the world’s most prolific horror film directors – Roger Corman, John Landis, and Eli Roth – to curate a selection of their favorite films that exemplify the genre and illustrate the creative power of horror film. Can’t Look Away:  The Lure of Horror Film opens October 2, 2011 at EMP.

“Audiences have been fascinated with horror stories for centuries, but its presence in popular culture is now more pervasive than ever,” says EMP’s Senior Curator, Jacob McMurray. “This exhibition will examine how horror film has evolved over the last century, why we as a culture are drawn to these macabre narratives, and how fear and horror are a vital component to our human identity.”

Through a combination of artifacts, interactive installations, and screening rooms, Can’t Look Away:  The Lure of Horror Film explores films from the last 100 years, and is a balance between classics and cult favorites, and domestic and foreign motion pictures.  They include:  Nosferatu (1922), Bride of Frankenstein (1935), Les Diaboliques (1955), Rosemary’s Baby (1968), Suspiria (1972),  The Exorcist (1973), Psycho (1973), The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974), Alien (1979), The Shining (1980), A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984), The Fly (1986), The Thing (1982), and many others.

The exhibition will feature a selection of iconic artifacts from horror films including:

·         Alien creature suit from Alien

·         Scavenger demon from Constantine

·         Jack Torrance’s axe from The Shining

·         “Gill Man” mask from Creature from the Black Lagoon

·         Bram Stoker’s Dracula manuscript

·         Script from Night of the Living Dead

Interactive installations include:

Scream Booth:  In a soundproof booth, visitors will watch a scene from a horror film and are encouraged to scream on cue.  A camera takes multiple shots, which are displayed outside the booth.

Horror Soundscapes:  Visitors will be able to explore basic music elements and scoring techniques used in horror film to enhance the sense of suspense and horror.

Monster Timeline:  A large infographic explores the popular monster archetypes in horror, why they persist into our modern times, and why they resonate.

Shadow Monsters:  An installation by visual artist Philip Worthington where visitors can see their projected shadows and watch them morph into monster-like forms. 

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ABOUT EMP Museum

EMP is a non-profit organization dedicated to the exploration of creativity and innovation in music, science fiction, and popular culture. EMP combines interpretative, interactive exhibitions with state-of-the-art technologies, and educational programming to offer visitors of all ages a first-hand, multi-dimensional experience of the creative and artistic process.

EMP is housed in a 140,000 square foot Frank O. Gehry-designed building. This spectacular, prominently visible structure has the presence of a monumental sculpture set amid the backdrop of the Seattle Center.

CONTACT INFO
325 5^th Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
206-770-2700, main line
206-770-2702, box office
1-877-EMP-SFM1, toll-freewww.empmuseum.org

SOCIAL MEDIA

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REMINDER: NWSFS Picnic & Election Social - June 18th

Posted on behalf of Jeanine Swanson - NWSFS Vice Chair:

NWSFS Election and Picnic Social

Saturday - June 18th, 2011

Please join us Saturday, June 18th, 2011, for the NWSFS Picnic Social at Woodland Park Shelter # 4. The social will begin at 1:00 P.M. and end at dusk, or thereabouts. 

There will be a grill available. The club will provide burgers, hot dogs, condiments and buns. Please bring a contribution of munchies, salad, side dish or dessert that will complement the grilled main course. Bring your own beverages. To coordinate contributions you may contact us at info@nwsfs.org

Please RSVP so we know how many burgers and dogs are needed.  NWSFS members are encouraged to attend and non-members in the community are welcome, as always. We hope to see you there.

Election ballots will be accepted until  5 PM.

Logistical Information:

The shelter has a covered table that we use for serving. Grills and water are available under shelter.   There are a couple uncovered tables near the shelter.  Please be prepared for changeable weather. Experienced picnic attendees recommend that you bring a lawn chair, blanket, & sunscreen.  Bathrooms are across the parking lot. The shelter is right next to the parking lot. No stairs are required. Some handicapped parking and plenty of general parking is available. There is a fenced off-leash dog area down the hill. There will likely be toys such as super-soakers™, frisbees™ and other non-pointy toys for the young & the silly!

Directions:

    * I-5 North & I-5 South, take the NE 50th St exit.

    * Turn LEFT if from I-5 Northbound; turn RIGHT if from I-5 Southbound.

    * Continue on NE 50th Westbound.

    * Turn RIGHT at N 50th St and Stone Way N. Stone Way N will turn into Green Lake Way N when you make the turn.

    * Move into the LEFT lane and continue on Green Lake Way N to W Green Lake Way N, which is at the Green Lake Pitch and Putt Golf Course.

    * Turn LEFT onto W Green Lake Way N.

    * Make the first LEFT into the parking lot, and then quickly turn RIGHT to go up the hill.

    * Shelter No4 is immediately on the LEFT hand side of the road at the top of the hill.

    * Look for the NWSFS signs.

NWSFS - July MFR at Bob's Burgers & Brews

Posted on behalf of Jeanine Swanson - NWSFS Vice Chair:    

Wednesday, July 6^th at 7:30 P.M.  - My Favorite Restaurant

Please join NWSFS on July 6^th, 2011, at 7:30 PM at one of Judy Johnson’s favorite restaurants: Bob’s Burgers and Brews in Marysville/Tulalip.

Menu: http://www.bobsburgersandbrew.com/content/menu/menu.asp

8822 Quilceda Parkway
Tulalip, WA 98271
360.716.3605

http://www.bobsburgersandbrew.com/content/locations/locations.asp

http://www.quilcedavillage.com/info_maps_detailed.asp

Why Judy likes Bob’s Burgers & Brews:  They will grill the onions for your burger and cook it as you like (or close, anyway), and they’re not stingy with napkins, AND they will do separate checks (I promised them it was ok to add the 18% onto the individual checks).  Further, the service is cheerful and they have wi-fi and a full bar.  The group room can be quieter by closing the doors.  Easy to find, lots of free parking.  It’s visible right south of WalMart, the one at the Quil Ceda exit off I-5, the second Marysville exit coming from the South (turn West/left toward Tulalip Visitor Info and right the first light – if you see the Bingo place, you’ve gone too far).  After supper, for those who like Casinos, the big newish Tulalip Casino is only a block away.  (Don’t be fooled by the old Casino, at the first Marysville exit for Marine Drive/4^th Street.)

Please RSVP to info@nwsfs.org or the hotline at 425-68-NWSFS.  

Reservations will be confirmed with the restaurant so we will not be able to accept responses later than the evening of Tuesday, July 5^th.

EMP's Sci Fi and Fantasy Short Film Fest Accepting Entries

Posted on behalf of EMP/SFM:

EMP’s Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival Now Accepting Entries

SEATTLE— EMP Museum is now accepting entries for the 2012 Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival (SFFSFF).  The seventh-annual festival will screen 20 films at the renowned historic Cinerama Theatre in Seattle, Washington in early 2012.

EMP, in partnership with the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF), is encouraging original and creative science fiction and fantasy film submissions 15 minutes or shorter in length for the festival. The festival will accept animated or live-action submissions in science fiction (examples: futuristic stories, space adventure, technological speculation, social experiments, utopia and dystopia) and fantasy (examples: sword and sorcery, folklore, urban fantasy, magic, mythic adventure). The festival will not accept horror submissions. To qualify, films must have been completed after January 2007.

ENTRY DETAILS:

Deadlines & Fees:  

• June 30, 2011 (early) - $20
• August 15, 2011 (final) - $30
• September 15, 2011 (late) - $50

Submissions:  All submissions are processed through Without a Box     

                       www.withoutabox.com/login/4608

SFFSFF will bring together science fiction professionals in film, television, and literature to judge the top films in the festival. The jury will award Grand Prize, Second Place, Third Place, and the Douglas Trumbull Award for Best Special Effects. The audience will determine the Audience Favorite award during the festival.

For additional rules and regulations, visit empmuseum.org/filmfestival.

About the Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival

The Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival promotes and encourages an awareness, appreciation and understanding of the art of science fiction and fantasy cinema. Its mandate is to create a forum for creative artistry in science fiction and fantasy film and recognize the most outstanding short films produced.

ABOUT EMP | Museum of Music + Sci-Fi + Pop Culture

EMP is a non-profit organization dedicated to the exploration of creativity and innovation in music, science fiction, and popular culture. EMP combines interpretative, interactive exhibitions with state-of-the-art technologies, and educational programming to offer visitors of all ages a first-hand, multi-dimensional experience of the creative and artistic process.

EMP is housed in a 140,000 square foot Frank O. Gehry-designed building. This spectacular, prominently visible structure has the presence of a monumental sculpture set amid the backdrop of the Seattle Center.

EMP MUSEUM HOURS
Summer hours May 27, 2011 - September 5, 2011, 10:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.

CONTACT INFO
325 5^th Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
206-770-2700, main line
206-770-2702, box office
1-877-EMP-SFM1, toll-freewww.empmuseum.org

SOCIAL MEDIA

facebook.com/EMPSFM

twitter.com/EMPSFM

youtube.com/empsfm

flickr.com/photos/empsfm/

"Doctor Who" pledge drive this Saturday Evening...

Posted on behalf of Michael Citrak - NWSFS Chair:

Something to do after the NWSFS picnic this Saturday

 

KBTC Doctor Who Pledge Marathon this Saturday 6/18/11 from 6pm to (as late as) 11pm

The biannual "Doctor Who" pledge drive, will remember the late Nicholas Courtney and Elisabeth Sladen with "Robot" and "Terror of the Zygons".   The pledge drive volunteers will be:  The Emerald City Androgums

  

KBTC is a Public Television station
Broadcast, Digital and Cable Channels are:  Comcast 12, Click! 3, Charter 12, DirectTV 28, Dish 8620, Digital 27 (28.1, 28.2 Tacoma), Digital 19 (15.1, 15.2 Centralia), Digital K41KT (Grays River/Lebam)

 

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Michael Citrak
Northwest Science Fiction Society - Chair
www.nwsfs.org

BSG Trivia Night

Posted on behalf of Peggy Gannon:

There's a BSG Trivia Night taking place this Sunday, June 5th @ 7-9 PM.  My theater company hosts regular TV series trivia events, and I thought y'all might be interested in this one. All are welcome!  Full info at www.manaloneproductions.com, and also included below.  Thank you!
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Peggy Gannon
206-778-6006 cl
www.peggygannon.com
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Frak me, it's BSG!

...So say we all...

Hosted by the inimitable Brandon Ryan and his pals at Man Alone Productions. For our 8th episode in the trivia series, we bring you ...

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (BSG, motherfrakkers)

$5/person at the door; or advanced sales here:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/179102

**PRIZES**

The Man Alone & pals have put together some serious frakkin' prize packages; not joke stuff; actual cool things. Bring by yourself or with a team.

**CASH BAR**

Schmeater's bar will be open, so your liquid courage will be ready and waiting when you get there.

**POPCORN BAR**

Free. Yum. Duh.

Come find out:
- Will Peggy reveal herself to be the *final* final (no srsly the last one) Cylon to be revealed?
- Will David still being wearing his Arrested D never nude shorts?
- Will Brandon dream in electric sleep?
All of these questions and more will be uncovered at our next TRIVIA NIGHT!

GOOD HUNTING!

AVATAR: The Exhibition Press Previews June 1-3

Posted on behalf of EMP.

MEDIA ADVISORY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Anita Woo

206.262.3245

anitaw@empsfm.org

EMP’S AVATAR: THE EXHIBITION OPEN FOR PRESS PREVIEWS JUNE 1-3

SEATTLE – EMP will host exclusive press tours of AVATAR: The Exhibition Wednesday, June 1 – Friday, June 3 with exhibition curator Brooks Peck.  AVATAR:  The Exhibition offers an unprecedented, first-hand look inside the highest-grossing film of all time.  Developed in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment, AVATAR: The Exhibition dives deep into the world of Pandora, the culture of its Na’vi inhabitants, and the groundbreaking technology that brought the blockbuster film to life.  The exhibition features iconic props and costumes, concept models, drawings, and interactive installations that allow visitors to directly experience the creative world-building and innovative technical filmmaking processes of AVATAR.

AVATAR:  The Exhibition opens to the public Saturday, June 4 at noon.  To schedule a press tour, contact Anita Woo at anitaw@empsfm.org.

EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Interactive Installations:

·         Performance Capture:  Visitors perform actions in a scene and see themselves rendered as a CG character from AVATAR in real-time.

·         Virtual Camera:  Visitors direct a virtual scene from AVATAR using hand-held monitors with motion-sensors, similar to the virtual camera system used by James Cameron.

·         Pandoran Plant Builder:  Visitors learn how science informed the design of Pandora and create their own Pandoran plant using a kit of parts, colors, and textures based on AVATAR plant designs.

·         Sound Design Kiosk:  A multimedia touchscreen allows visitors to explore and isolate layers of sound used in AVATAR, and learn how sound design contributes to the reality and mood of a scene.

·         Na’vi Language Reading Rail:  Visitors push audio buttons on a reading rail to hear Na’vi words that are associated with artifacts on display.

·         Na’vi Cultural Videos:  Short films featuring topics about the culture and language of the Na’vi, and including original EMP interviews with cast and crew as well as science and cultural experts who consulted on the film.

·         Woodsprite Projection: As visitors approach a life-size projection of the Pandoran forest, animated woodsprites begin to appear, flock and land on the visitor’s shadow, dynamically moving in response to the visitor’s movements.

Artifacts:  Film Props, Concept Art, Production Tools

·         AMP Suit (Amplified Mobility Platform) prop

·         Cellular Ammunition Rifle Base (CARB) shotgun prop

·         Motion capture suit, helmet, and camera rig worn by actor Sam Worthington

·         Virtual camera used in the production of AVATAR

·         RDA (Resource Development Administration) Trooper costume

·         Na’vi phrasebook

·         Busts of Jake Sully’s avatar, Neytiri and Mo’at

·         Maquettes of Pandoran creatures including the Hammerhead and Banshee

·         Neytiri’s arrow prop

·         Handmade artist’s reference for Neytiri’s willow glade necklace and Jake Sully’s warrior headdress 

ABOUT EMP

EMP is a non-profit organization dedicated to the exploration of creativity and innovation in music, science fiction, and popular culture. EMP combines interpretative, interactive exhibitions with state-of-the-art technologies, and educational programming to offer visitors of all ages a first-hand, multi-dimensional experience of the creative and artistic process.

EMP is housed in a 140,000 square foot Frank O. Gehry-designed building. This spectacular, prominently visible structure has the presence of a monumental sculpture set amid the backdrop of the Seattle Center.

EMP Museum Hours
Summer: May 27, 2011 - September 5, 2011, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Winter:  September 6, 2011 – May 25, 2012, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

EMP General Information
325 5^th Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
206-770-2700, main line
206-770-2702, box office
1-877-EMP-SFM1, toll-freewww.empmuseum.org

ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX CONSUMER PRODUCTS

A recognized industry leader, Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines. The division is aligned with Twentieth Century Fox Television, one of the top suppliers of primetime entertainment programming to the broadcast networks.

EMP's AVATAR Premiere Events Features Cast and Creators

Posted on behalf of EMP:

EMP ANNOUNCES STAR-STUDDED EVENTS FOR THE WORLD-PREMIERE OF AVATAR: THE EXHIBITION JUNE 4

AVATAR Stars Michelle Rodriguez, Giovanni Ribisi, Laz Alonso, and CCH Pounder Featured in Panel Discussions 

SEATTLE – EMP is kicking off the world-premiere of AVATAR: The Exhibition with star-studded events that will feature cast and creators from the highest-grossing film of all-time Michelle Rodriguez (Trudy Chacon), Giovanni Ribisi (Parker Selfridge), Laz Alonso (Tsu’tey), and Grammy and four-time Emmy-nominated actor CCH Pounder (Mo’at). 

Saturday, June 4 – 12:00 PM AVATAR:  The Exhibition Opens to the Public

          12:30 p.m.  AVATAR:  The Actors’ Experience Panel

A star-studded insider look into the making of James Cameron’s AVATAR with   principal cast members Michelle Rodriguez (Trudy Chacon), CCH Pounder (Mo’at), Laz Alonso (Tsu’tey), and Giovannni Ribisi (Parker Selfridge). Hear from the actors themselves what it was like to act in a virtual world, utilizing new filmmaking technologies, and be a part of the highest-grossing movie of all time.  Exhibition curator Brooks Peck will lead the intimate discussion with the actors and take questions from the audience.  Tickets $40 Members, $50 Non-members.

            3:00 p.m. Pandora:  The Creation of a New World Panel

          Dive into the vivid worlds of James Cameron’s AVATAR.  From lush, alien landscapes and magnificent bioluminescent creatures, to the rich Na’vi culture, and the groundbreaking technical advancements that made it all possible. This discussion will look at the many facets of creating AVATAR and the process of translating decades of vision into big-screen blockbuster magic.  Panelists include Yuri Bartoli (Virtual Art Director), Terry Notary (Movement Choreographer), and Glenn Derry (Virtual Production Supervisor), moderated by exhibition curator Brooks Peck.  Tickets $15 Members, $20 Non-members.

ABOUT AVATAR:  The Exhibition

AVATAR:  The Exhibition offers an unprecedented, first-hand look inside the highest-grossing film of all time.  Developed in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment, AVATAR: The Exhibition dives deep into the world of Pandora, the culture of its Na’vi inhabitants, and the groundbreaking technology that brought the blockbuster film to life.  The exhibition features iconic props and costumes, concept models, drawings, and interactive installations that allow visitors to directly experience the creative world-building and innovative technical filmmaking processes of AVATAR.

ABOUT EMP

EMP is a non-profit organization dedicated to the exploration of creativity and innovation in music, science fiction, and popular culture. EMP combines interpretative, interactive exhibitions with state-of-the-art technologies, and educational programming to offer visitors of all ages a first-hand, multi-dimensional experience of the creative and artistic process.

EMP is housed in a 140,000 square foot Frank O. Gehry-designed building. This spectacular, prominently visible structure has the presence of a monumental sculpture set amid the backdrop of the Seattle Center.

EMP Museum Hours
Summer: May 27, 2011 - September 5, 2011, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Winter:  September 6, 2011 – May 25, 2012, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

EMP General Information
325 5^th Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109
206-770-2700, main line
206-770-2702, box office
1-877-EMP-SFM1, toll-freewww.empmuseum.org

ABOUT TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX CONSUMER PRODUCTS

A recognized industry leader, Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products licenses and markets properties worldwide on behalf of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Twentieth Television and Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as third party lines. The division is aligned with Twentieth Century Fox Television, one of the top suppliers of primetime entertainment programming to the broadcast networks.

NWSFS Picnic & Election Social - June 18th

Posted on behalf Jeanine Swanson / NWSFS Vice-Chair:

NWSFS Election and Picnic Social - Saturday - June 18th, 2011

Please join us Saturday, June 18th, 2011, for the NWSFS Picnic Social at Woodland Park Shelter # 4. The social will begin at 1:00 P.M. and end at dusk, or thereabouts.

There will be a grill available. The club will provide burgers, hot dogs, condiments and buns. Please bring a contribution of munchies, salad, side dish or dessert that will complement the grilled main course. Bring your own beverages. To coordinate contributions you may contact us at info@nwsfs.org

Please RSVP so we know how many burgers and dogs are needed.  NWSFS members are encouraged to attend and non-members in the community are welcome, as always. We hope to see you there.

Election ballots will be accepted until  5 PM.

Logistical Information:

The shelter has a covered table that we use for serving. Grills and water are available under shelter.   There are a couple uncovered tables near the shelter.  Please be prepared for changeable weather. Experienced picnic attendees recommend that you bring a lawn chair, blanket, & sunscreen.  Bathrooms are across the parking lot. The shelter is right next to the parking lot. No stairs are required. Some handicapped parking and plenty of general parking is available. There is a fenced off-leash dog area down the hill. There will likely be toys such as super-soakers™, frisbees™ and other non-pointy toys for the young & the silly!

Directions:

    * I-5 North & I-5 South, take the NE 50th St exit.
    * Turn LEFT if from I-5 Northbound; turn RIGHT if from I-5 Southbound.
    * Continue on NE 50th Westbound.
    * Turn RIGHT at N 50th St and Stone Way N. Stone Way N will turn into Green Lake Way N when you make the turn.
    * Move into the LEFT lane and continue on Green Lake Way N to W Green Lake Way N, which is at the Green Lake Pitch and Putt Golf Course.
    * Turn LEFT onto W Green Lake Way N.
    * Make the first LEFT into the parking lot, and then quickly turn RIGHT to go up the hill.
    * Shelter No4 is immediately on the LEFT hand side of the road at the top of the hill.
    * Look for the NWSFS signs.

REMINDER: NWSFS - June MFR - Tup Tim Thai

Posted on behalf Jeanine Swanson / NWSFS Vice-Chair:

Thursday, June 2^nd at 7:30 P.M.  - My Favorite Restaurant

Please join NWSFS on June 2^nd, 2011, at 7:30 PM at one of Don & Vicki Glover’s favorite restaurants: Tup Tim Thai in Seattle, Washington. The Tup is one of the most long-established Thai restaurants in Seattle and home of (in Vicki’s opinion) the best Thai food  in the area.  Food is served family-style and can be ordered from 0-5 stars in spiciness (and they can provide a spice tray for those who wish to add more).  Though not officially on the menu, Don & Vicki recommend ice cream topped with the Tup’s peanut sauce for dessert (but the sticky rice with mango is yummy, too).

118 West Mercer Street
Seattle, WA 98119-3930
(206) 281-8833

Map & Directions at http://maps.google.com/maps/place?hl=en&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=tuptim+seattle&fb=1&gl=us&hq=tuptim&hnear=Seattle,+WA&cid=9653607253837119111

Parking is to be found fairly easily on the street, or there is a pay lot right next to the restaurant.  If you bus it, they are within a couple blocks of several bus routes that serve lower Queen Anne/ Seattle Center West side.

Please RSVP to info@nwsfs.org or the hotline at 425-68-NWSFS.  

Seating is limited and reservations will be confirmed with the restaurant so we will not be able to accept responses later than the evening of Tuesday May 31^st.