The Millennium Centre
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March 24-25, 2012, 9-9:00am
Posted 3 months, 1 week ago
This March, The Millennium Centre in Cardiff will open its doors to the first OFFICIAL Doctor Who Convention since the series returned to our screens in 2005.
The Convention is a full day event that will give Doctor Who enthusiasts an amazing chance to delve into the inner workings of the hit TV show and learn how it is created – a journey from script to screen. With unique access to the cast... [read more]
This March, The Millennium Centre in Cardiff will open its doors to the first OFFICIAL Doctor Who Convention since the series returned to our screens in 2005.
The Convention is a full day event that will give Doctor Who enthusiasts an amazing chance to delve into the inner workings of the hit TV show and learn how it is created – a journey from script to screen. With unique access to the cast and production crew, this event offers fans a rare chance to see behind-the-scenes of the world’s longest running sci-fi show.
As well as attending interactive panel discussions with key cast and crew, fans will be able to watch the Doctor Who special effects production team show how they create “out of this world effects”, with live demonstrations of pyrotechnics. Plus, watch in depth prosthetic demonstrations by the team responsible for designing and creating many of the monsters and characters that have been featured on-screen since 2005. With wardrobe and props crew on hand to answer questions, the day also includes a chance to talk to the creators of some of the iconic costumes in the props and costume exhibit.
Tickets cost £99 per day (inc VAT), which covers a whole day of activity from 9am to 6pm and strictly limited to 1,500 per day.
Every ticket holder will attend three separate hosted panel sessions:
• Meet the Stars – discussion with key cast members from series 5 and 6 of Doctor Who along with show-runner Steven Moffat (already confirmed: Matt Smith, Arthur Darvill and Karen Gillan)
• Creators & Directors – in-depth seminar with the current creative team (already confirmed: Producer Marcus Wilson – more to be announced soon)
• Doctor Who Uncut – behind the scenes forum with the people responsible for bringing the show to life (already confirmed: Production Designer Michael Pickwoad and Dalek operator Barnaby Edwards – more to be announced soon)
In addition to the three main panels, the Convention will also feature events and activities throughout the day, including:
• Special Effects Studio – a demonstration of practical effects (including pyrotechnics) lead by Doctor Who SFX Supervisor Danny Hargreaves
• Prosthetics demonstrations lead by Millennium FX, the company responsible for designing and creating many of the monsters and characters that have been featured on-screen since 2005
• Costumes and props displays with wardrobe and props crew on hand to answer questions
• A wide range of Doctor Who merchandise including exclusive and limited edition items
A limited number of guaranteed signature/photograph opportunities will be available to purchase in advance in relation to key cast. Further free signing opportunities will be presented by other cast and crew members depending upon their availability and professional commitments.
Each ticket includes a limited edition Official Doctor Who Convention merchandise bundle including:
- Souvenir ticket
- Souvenir brochure
- Souvenir lanyard and laminate pass
- Exclusive postcard pack
- Tote bag
Check out the TICKET INFO page for further details of event timings and to book your tickets today or click HERE to sign up to our email newsletter to keep updated on further announcements regarding guests and event content.
