Cast Members from SGA to Appear on SGU!

(Excerpt from Joseph Mallozzi's Blog)

"......producer John G. Lenic that the deals have been closed on those Atlantis alums, we can now move forward on the script, secure in the knowledge that both extra-special guest stars will actually be on hand to say the dialogue written for specifically for them. Great news for fans of the old series. There was a reluctance to move ahead with an SGA crossover, particularly on my part, because the feeling was it would step on the timing of the SGA movie, Stargate: Extinction, the events of which directly proceed the Atlantis series finale, Enemy at the Gate. But given the delay on the movie front and the ideal premise pitched out by Remi Aubuchon and Brad Wright, it was decided to go ahead with the crossover. Not a big deal, but it will require some changes to the Stargate: Extinction timeline which, in turn, will beg a host of questions, some of which will be answered in episode #15, some of which won’t…at least not right away......"

Source:
http://josephmallozzi.wordpress.com/
http://geekblips.dailyradar.com/

Stargate Universe:

Elyse Levesque Gets Scurvy!

(excerpt)

Elyse joked that she gets scurvy when she spends such a long period of time indoors, filming her character Chloe reports Digital Spy.

"Day in, day out being in here is a lot to take," she said. "I start to get scurvy, I think. I need to go outside and get replenished, get my vitamins!"

It's not always a shut-in life, and according to Elyse everyone gets a little excited when they have to go on location for an episode.

"It's fun actually," she said. "It's like a field trip for all of us when we get to go on location. We all plan it and we all come out with our shorts and our boots and we're all so excited to go out and have fun. Some people like Jamil [Walker Smith] end up getting lost because they go on nature hikes during lunch. No, but it's fun."

Source:
http://sky1.sky.com/

(This is INCREDIBLE, especially considering Joseph Mallozzi’s repeated posts with regard to food and fine dining! Don’t they feed the cast anymore?)

Scurvy is a disease resulting from a deficiency of vitamin C, which is required for the synthesis of collagen in humans. The chemical name for vitamin C, ascorbic acid, is derived from the Latin name of scurvy, scorbutus, which also provides the adjective scorbutic ("of, characterized by or having to do with scurvy"). Scurvy leads to the formation of spots on the skin, spongy gums, and bleeding from the mucous membranes. The spots are most abundant on the thighs and legs, and a person with the ailment looks pale, feels depressed, and is partially immobilized. In advanced scurvy there are open, suppurating wounds and loss of teeth.

Scurvy was at one time common among sailors, pirates and others aboard ships at sea longer than perishable fruits and vegetables could be stored (subsisting instead only on cured and salted meats and dried grains) and by soldiers similarly separated from these foods for extended periods.

Source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/

Online Genre Awards

Stargate Universe is nominated in several categories and Amanda Tapping for best actress in Sanctuary

Voting is open from June 25, 2010 to July 25, 2010

http://airlockalpha.com/genre-awards/2010/index.php

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Corin Nemec and Mitch Pileggi head to Supernatural

(excerpt)

Corin Nemec will play Christian Campbell, a cousin of lead characters Sam and Dean Winchester. The character is described in casting documents as “capable, calm under pressure, and very good at his job.”

Mitch Pileggi played the Winchester’s grandfather, Samuel Campbell, in a previous episode. How he’ll be recurring is up to those clever writers, seeing as how the character is long-dead in the Supernatural universe.

Source:

http://www.gateworld.net/

‘Shot in the arm for visual-effects community’

The Stargate Universe team led by visual-effects supervisor Mark Savela was nominated twice for two of their first-season episodes…

Congratulations are in order for the Stargate Universe Visual Effects teams for their nominations in the 2010 Emmy Awards!

Here’s the list of nominees in the Special Visual Effects category (visit the Emmy website for complete list).

Sources:
http://www.theprovince.com/
http://www.emmys.com/

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The Directors Guild of Canada (DGC) Awards

(excerpt)

The best TV direction competition will be fought over by Adrienne Mitchell for "Durham County," Robert C. Cooper for "Stargate Universe," Helen Shaver for "The Bridge" and Holly Dale for "Flashpoint."
Canadian comic Dave Foley will emcee the 2010 DGC Awards on Sept. 25 in Toronto.

Source:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/

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Stephen Hawking proclaims:

'Time travel will exist'

(excerpt)

‘However, Hawking thinks we will never actually be able to use these wormholes for time travel, or any other travel for that matter - which will come as a great disappointment to fans of series ranging from Star Trek to Stargate. The reason is that naturally occurring wormholes are far too tiny and short-lived. Even if we could somehow harness one and expand it so that it was large enough for a person to walk into, Hawking thinks the radiation feedback would collapse it instantly. So travel backward through time is theoretically possible at one level, but almost certainly impossible for human beings.’

Source:
http://www.helium.com/

Stargate Snippets

Michael Shanks News:

Stargate’s Michael Shanks joins the cast of ‘Red Riding Hood’

Stargate SG-1 actor Michael Shanks has announced that he has scored a role in Red Riding Hood – the gothic take on the traditional fairy tale ala the traditional Brothers Grimm story, written by David Johnson (Orphan) and directed by Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight). According to Shanks (via the official Michael Shanks website):

“Just landed a role in a new feature called Red Riding Hood directed by Catherine Hardwicke, and starring Amanda Seyfried, Gary Oldman and Julie Christie. Will play a character named Adrien Lazar, local affluent blacksmith and father of Henri Lazar (love interest to Amanda’s character). Rehearsals begin in July, and filming starts July 22nd.”

Shanks will join Amanda Seyfried, Shiloh Fernandez, Max Irons, Michael Hogan, Julie Christie, Lukas Haas and Gary Oldman in the film which will be released in the US on March 11th 2011.

Source:
http://www.blogomatic3000.com/2010/07/04/stargates-michael-shanks-joins-the-cast-of-red-riding-hood/

‘Arctic Blast’ Premiere Date

A premiere date for the Sci-Fi/Action/Thriller Michael filmed in Tasmania, Australia last year - Arctic Blast - has just been announced.

An Australian-Canadian co-production, the film will premiere during the Possible Worlds Canadian Film Festival in Sydney, Australia, on 4 August, 2010. Per the event's website:

"Possible Worlds - Sydney's 5th Canadian Film Festival - presents a selection of the best new features and documentaries made north of Hollywood, many of which will screen in Australia for the very first time. The Festival will screen 20 new films at Dendy Opera Quays, Dendy Newtown and venues across Sydney from Aug. 2nd to 8th 2010.

Welcoming prestigious filmmakers to Sydney, the Festival provides a rare chance for Australians to watch the best new Canadian films and meet the artists. Running alongside the film premieres will be filmmaker Q&A's, panel discussions and of course, parties."

Source:
http://www.michaelshanks-online.com/

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Richard Dean Anderson in Zaxby’s Ads

http://www.zaxbys.com/the_company/zaxbys_Advertising.aspx

….and as always….

Have A Very Stargate Day!

 

Stargate Snippets

Calling All Richard Dean Anderson Fans:

The “Meet The Man” event in August of 2010 organizers have agreed to personally hand RDA a small video for him to view and keep, made of photos of his fans from around the world. This idea belongs to two fans from the rdanderson.com. forum who are already in the process of making the video. Go to rdanderson.com and click on the Forum button at the top. The thread for the project can be found under Richard Dean Anderson

For information and tickets: http://www.gabitevents.co.uk/meettheman.html

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In other new RDA news

Mr. Anderson is now on Twitter. Finally!

http://twitter.com/andersonrdean

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Richard Dean Anderson To Recur On New USA Series

What happens when you combine bicarbonate of soda, a wad of chewing gum, white vinegar, and a makeshift fuse fashioned from a Marlboro Light? You get Richard Dean Anderson guest-starring on the upcoming USA Network series`Facing Kate.'

Fancast has learned exclusively that the star of yes, MacGyver, as well as`Stargate SG-1` will appear on at least five episodes of the fall series, which stars the totally gorgeous Sarah Shahi ('Life') as Kate Reed, a top-flight litigator who leaves her firm to become a mediator. Anderson's `Facing Kate' role is that of David Smith, a charismatic but secretive man who enters Kate's life shortly after the death of her father. In short order, it is revealed that David has deeper connections to the Reed family. Earlier this month, Anderson reprised his role of `SG-1's Jack O'Neill onSyfy's `Stargate Universe.' Shahi's `Facing Kate' costars include Michael Trucco ('Battlestar Galactica'), Virginia Williams ('Monarch Cove') and Baron Vaughn ('The Awkward Comedy Show'). Production began June 16 in Vancouver.

Sources: http://www.fancast.com/blogs/2010/tv-news/scoop-richard-dean-anderson-to-recur-on-new-usa-series/

http://www.dtvusaforum.com/content/168-richard-dean-anderson-un-retires-real.html

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Robert C. Cooper is leaving the Stargate Franchise!

Robert C. Cooper directs the penulimate episode of Stargate Atlantis, "Vegas."

Following this weekend’s news that long-time Stargate writer, producer, and director Robert C. Cooper will leave the franchise after his appearance at Comic-Con next month (story), we contacted him to find out just why he’s made the decision, what Stargate has meant to him — and what he plans to do next. First things first: Cooper clarified that, at least for the remainder of SGU Season Two, he won’t be entirely absent.

“I’m not leaving completely, actually just stepping back to more of a consulting role for the end of this season,” he said. “However, my credit will remain Executive Producer. We’ve already developed most of Season Two and I feel very confident leaving the show in good hands.” In addition to the already filmed “Aftermath” and “Malice,” he told us: “I will be writing one more episode for late Season Two. as well as giving notes on scripts, cuts and mixes. The guys won’t be getting rid of me that easily. It just might be a little easier to ignore me.”

So why is Cooper calling it quits — especially now, after Stargate Universe was supposed to give the writers a different kind of show to work on? “To be honest this has been a very difficult decision,” he said. “I love Universe as a show and working with this cast and crew has been the best experience of my career thus far. However, it’s been a long time working on one franchise and a number of factors have contributed to my feeling that it’s time to move on.”

 

Cooper with actor Joe Flanigan, at the New Mexico location shoot for "Vegas"

Cooper said that he isn’t being lured away by another project that is already lined up, but will take advantage of a break to make some decisions about the future of his career — be it in writing, producing, or doing more directing. “My head has been so full of Stargate for so long I’m really going to need some time to figure out exactly what I want to do next,” he said.

It would be hard to over-estimate Cooper’s contribution to the fabric of this franchise, which spans all of Stargate’s 14 years of production, 17 seasons (including the unaired second season of Universe), and two DVD movies — including The Ark of Truth, which Cooper wrote and directed. He began as a writer and story editor in the first year of Stargate SG-1, and went on to run that show and to create Stargate Atlantis and Stargate Universe with Brad Wright. So it’s no surprise that Stargate and its faces leave an indelible mark on Cooper, as well. “It’s been almost my entire career,” he told GateWorld. “It’s meant the world to me. So has the support of the fans, you and your site.

Some highlights looking back would have to include ‘200′ and the party that went with it; ‘Unending,’ as much for the experience as the final product; ‘Vegas’ because of Vegas; ‘Time,’ one of the most challenging and yet smooth and easy shoots I’ve ever been a part of — the cast was amazing; and most recently, ‘Malice’ in New Mexico. “I can’t really say directing Robert Carlyle ['Nicholas Rush'] is a privilege because it’s not so much directing as it is just getting to watch a great performance up close.”

 

Rob on the set of his 2008 movie Stargate: The Ark of Truth

Cooper added that his decision is not the result of any conflict with the network or the studio. “I feel lucky to call Charles Cohen at MGM a friend,” he said. “He has never been anything but a whole-hearted supporter of myself and everything Stargate. And I owe a great deal to the support and confidence from everyone over at Syfy including Mark Stern, Dave Howe, Tom Vitale, and the always awesome Erika Kennair.”

Whatever projects await the multi-talented writer, producer, and director in the years ahead, Cooper has cut his teeth and built his career on that Ancient portal to other worlds. And he isn’t leaving Stargate with the firm intention of never coming back. “I keep telling people this is not good-bye,” he said. “In fact, I can’t rule out returning to Stargate in the future.”

Sources: www.Gateworld.net http://www.airlockalpha.com/node/7545

(Personally, I salute Mr. Cooper for his good taste and for realizing that SGU is sinking the Stargate franchise ship….it's better to get out now).

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Official Stargate Magazine Closing Down

Source: http://stargate-sg1-solutions.com/blog/2010/06/official-stargate-magazine-closing-down/

(Another clue of the state of Stargate franchise)

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Propworx2 Stargate Auctions http://shop.ebay.com/propworx2/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p4340

Check out their site: http://stargateartifacts.com/

(And if the above two items were not enough to convince everyone
about the state of the franchise, Propworx2 have been selling off everything related
to Stargate over the last few months)

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Small Replica of Stargate

This homemade replica of a stargate was made by one Australian man for his son.

Source: Visboo - http://visboo.com

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Other News from GateWorld:


 

“Ask Colin Cunningham!”, a brand new recurring GateWorld feature. Colin Cunningham (Stargate SG-1’s Major Paul Davis) has graciously agreed to field questions from GateWorld readers. And when we say questions, we mean questions. No question is off the table. He’s ready, and he’s waiting! Simply send an e-mail to him at: askcolincunningham@yahoo.com, and we’ll pass it his way. (Please use this method only, as any questions posed to Colin in the comments section below won’t be considered.) Also, as a reminder, please use respect with your question submissions. Questions and comments to Colin that are inappropriate, disrespectful or crude will not be passed along to him. Keep watching GateWorld for updates as our inaugural edition of “Ask Colin” is coming soon!

Source: www.Gateworld.net

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Check Out Jason Momoa As Conan In This First Look!


 

Jason Momoa looks good though and certainly is different than the look

that was instilled in cinematic legend by Schwarzenegger.

Check out the photos: http://www.fusedfilm.com/2010/05/check-out-jason-momoa-as-conan-in-this-first-look/

Sources:

www.fusedfilm.com


http://www.worstpreviews.com/headline.php?id=18039&count=0

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'Faces in the Crowd' Begins Filming, Full Cast Revealed

 

Oscar-nominated writer/director Julien Magnat's feature length debut Faces in the Crowd began principal photography in and around Winnipeg, Canada this past weekend. Joining the previously announced Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil, The Fourth Kind) and Julian McMahon ("Nip/Tuck", Fantastic Four) are Michael Shanks ("Stargate", "24"), David Atrakchi (Transporter 3), Sarah Wayne Callies ("Prison Break") and Marianne Faithful. The concept behind this thriller is pretty cool as Jovovich stars as a woman who has a severe case of face-blindess -- and there's "someone" after her. You can find the full plot details below. http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/20162/

Source: www.bloody-disgusting.com

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Ben Browder to star in new Web series

 

Former Stargate SG-1 and Farscape star Ben Browder is slated to star in a new “noir” Web series entitled “Naught for Hire”. Browder played Colonel Cameron Mitchell on SG-1. In the new series, he’ll play down on his luck private detective Nick Naught. The show will have the feel of old school style detective stories, and will consist of 13 six-minute episodes. The show is set about 20 years from now in a world where humans and artificial intelligence objects such as cars and answering machines live at peace with one another.

The Web-based series will also star Juliet Landau, who played Drusilla in both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spin-off, Angel. Naught for Hire goes into production this summer and is planned to premiere online in December. Check out the official Web site at NaughtForHire.com, and stay tuned to GateWorld for more on Naught For Hire as info becomes available! (And click on the poster image above to see a larger version.)

Source: www.Gateworld.net

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Smallville Season 10 to break Guinness World Record

 

Season ten of Smallville will beat the Guinness World Record for longest consecutive
running US Sci-Fi TV show, that currently is held by Stargate SG-1 currently at the 20th episode of the season, and 215th overall episode in the series.

Source: providingnews.com

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Jewel Staite in New Movie

 

On Syfy, Jewel Staite ("Stargate: Atlantis") and Alan Dale have been added to the

original movie "Doomsday Scrolls," which starts production in Vancouver. A book editor

tries to figure out how to stop Armageddon.

Source: hollywoodreporter.com

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Sanctuary, Stargate lead Leo nominations & Win BIG

Science-fiction programs Sanctuary and Stargate Universe each received 17 nominations for the 2010 Leo Awards, which honour the best in B.C. film and television. Both series received nods for best dramatic series, as well as direction, screen-writing, picture editing, visual effects and production design.

Competing with them for best dramatic series is Smallville, which received six nominations. Sanctuary's Amanda Tapping goes up against Being Erica's Erin Karpluk for best female in a dramatic series, while Heartland's Graham Wardle and Sanctuary's Robin Dunne compete in the male actor category.

On the movie side, Alice and The Thaw lead the way with 13 nominations each, including for best feature-length film. They compete against Cole (10 nominations), Excited (nine nominations) and A Shine of Rainbows (six nominations). Matt Frewer ( Alice), Richard de Klerk ( Cole), Jared Keeso ( Keep Your Head Up Kid -- The Don Cherry Story), Tahmoh Penikett ( Riverworld), Aaron Ashmore ( The Thaw) and Michael Eklund ( The Making of Plus One) are up for best lead actor in a feature film. There are only two nominees in the actress category: Cole's Kandyse McClure and Excited's Laara Sadiq. The awards will be handed out over two nights, June 4 and 5. Check it out: http://www.leoawards.com

Source: www.theprovince.com

And the outcome:

DRAMATIC SERIES

Best Dramatic Series Stargate Universe
Brad Wright, Robert Cooper, Carl Binder,
Joseph Mallozzi, Paul Mulle, John G. Lenic, N. John Smith - Producers

Best Direction in a Dramatic Series Brenton Spencer Sanctuary - Pavor Nocturnus

Best Screenwriting in a Dramatic Series Brad Wright Stargate Universe - Light

Best Cinematography in a Dramatic Series Michael Blundell Stargate Universe - Human

Best Picture Editing in a Dramatic Series Rick Martin Stargate Universe - Human

Best Production Design in a Dramatic Series Bridget McGuire Sanctuary - Kali Part 2

Best Costume Design in a Dramatic Series Christina McQuarrie Sanctuary - Pavor Nocturnus

Best Make-Up in a Dramatic Series Todd Master, Holland Miller, Harlow Macfarlane, Werner Pretorius, Yukio Okajima Sanctuary - Fragments

Best Visual Effects in a Dramatic Series Mark Savela, Shannon Gurney, Brenda Campbell, Craig Vandenbiggelaar, Krista Mclean Stargate Universe - Air

Best Guest Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series Christopher Gauthier Sanctuary – Hero

Source: http://www.leoawards.com/winners_by_name_2010.html

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Creation Entertainment announces:

NEW CONVENTION OPENS: STARGATE

 MINNEAPOLIS

 

In MINNEAPOLIS on JUNE 12-13, 2010. The guest list included JOE FLANIGAN,

DAVID HEWLETT, GARY JONES, ALAINA HUFFMAN and BRIAN J. SMITH

and the host for the weekend, the hilarious DAN SHEA!

Source: creationent.com/cal/sgmn.htm

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Savi Travels at Warp Speed Into Sci-Fi

 

SANTA ANA, CA, May 03, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Savi (PINKSHEETS: SVMI) is pleased to announce another shareholder and DynoValve owner has experienced a 10% fuel savings and enhanced performance with the DynoValve: Robert Picardo, an internationally known Science Fiction actor.

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/savi-travels-at-warp-speed-into-sci-fi-2010-05-03?reflink=MW_news_stmp

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For Cryin’ Out Loud: MGM’s Financial Crisis

 

http://www.gateworld.net/news/2010/04/for-cryin-out-loud-mgms-financial-crisis/

(Looks like no more Stargate movies, Folks!)

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Paul McGillion Talks Stargate, Recent Projects

 

See full interview at this link: Q&A with Stargate Atlantis’ Paul McGillion.

http://stargate-sg1-solutions.com/blog/2010/04/paul-mcgillion-talks-stargate-recent-projects/

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Los Angeles Times: 'MacGyver's' pop cultural hold on us

 

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv/la-ca-macgyver-20100516,0,6153547.story

....And As Always....

Have A Very Stargate Day!

Connor Trinneer Sells Home For $1.1 Million

From the LATimes.com

Connor Trinneer sells Franklin Village home for $1.1 million

The three-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom Craftsman has beamed and coffered ceilings, leaded glass, wainscoting, inglenooks and decorative metal work.

Actor Connor Trinneer, the commander on the TV prequel " Star Trek: Enterprise," and his wife, Ariana, have sold their Franklin Village Craftsman for $1.1 million.

The three-bedroom, 1 1/2 -bathroom home, built about 1912, has beamed and coffered ceilings, leaded glass, wainscoting, inglenooks and decorative metal work. The walled and gated house has more than 2,000 square feet of living space. There are two porches, a detached art studio and hedges for privacy.

Trinneer, 40, played Charles "Trip" Tucker III on the series from 2001-05. More recently, he has had a recurring role on "Stargate Atlantis" (2006-08). This year he guest-starred on "24" and "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles."

The listing agent was Courtney Smith, Nourmand & Associates, Hollywood, and the selling agent was Ron Wolotzky, Rodeo Realty, Beverly Hills.

Source:

http://www.latimes.com/classified/realestate/hotprop/la-hmw-hotproptrinneer1-2009jun01,0,2029483.story

Win One Of Three Complete Stargate Atlantis Box Sets

There’s a lot of good Sci-Fi on TV these days. But sometimes if you miss even a single episode, the entire show seems to make no sense whatsoever. Fortunately for anyone who ever missed an episode of Stargate Atlantis, we’re giving away three complete box sets on DVD this week, worth about $280 each.

Each box set has every episode from all five seasons of the successful TV series, so you’ll never have to worry about missing an episode.

To enter, all you need to do is tell us in 25 words or less in the comments section below: “What would you do if you discovered Atlantis?

The best three responses will win all 26 discs of Stargate goodness. Entries close at 5pm on Friday, with winners announced next Monday. You can grab the full terms and conditions below.

Good luck!
 

Source:

http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2009/06/win-one-of-three-complete-stargate-atlantis-box-sets/comment-page-10/#comment-21937

 

Stargate's David Hewlett as Grand Marshal of Parade!

David Hewlett Appearance

in Point Roberts, WA

David Hewlett (Rodney McKay) will be appearing in Point Roberts, WA, on July 4th as Grand Marshal of their parade.

See http://www.allpointbulletin.com/front_page8.html for details on the parade. He will also be signing autographs and taking a picture with his fan club, the Vancouver Stargate Meetup, of which I am the proud organizer, afterwards. Point Roberts is a peninsula belonging to the US, which can only be accessed through Canada. David Hewlett owns a house there and lived there while filming Stargate Atlantis. From the States, you need a passport and have to get through two borders to get there. From Canada, you need a passport but only have to cross one border. The lines to get across will probably be pretty long that day - especially since I'm spreading the word far and wide. Please check our group out at http://www.meetup.com/Vancouver-Stargate-Fan-Club/

Source:

http://itsjustgwen.livejournal.com/4125.html

For those of you in the area this looks like lots of FUN!!!

New Recurring Cast Member on Stargate Universe!

According to Joseph Mallozzi in his highly popular blog, actress Jennifer Spence has been cast as a new recurring cast member, Dr. Lisa Park, on Stargate Universe. Hired initially for just the pilot, the actress apparently made such impression that her character is now being developed more fully. Here it is in his own words:

"Speaking of which – actress Jennifer Spence plays the role of Dr. Lisa Park in Stargate Universe, a character who has developed quite nicely since the pilot. Here’s a classic case of a supporting player who, over the course of several episodes, catches the attention of the writer/producers on the basis of an impressive initial performance. Based on that initial performance, the actor is given more to do – and hits it out of the park, which gives rise to more interest and meatier scenes. Jennifer‘s growing role on SG:U is just one example of the many such instances I‘m seeing develop as we make our way past the season one midway mark."

Jennifer Spence Jennifer Spence on the set with Joseph Mallozzi

Michael Shanks to Guest on Sanctuary!

On Twitter today (6/11/09), Lexa Doig, Michael Shanks' wife announced that Michael Shanks will be making a guest appearance on Sanctuary in Season 2. The episode is called "Penance" Today was his first day on the set. Michael Shanks also won a Leo Award this year

Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Feature Length Drama Michael Shanks Stargate Continuum In other news: As Stargate Fans are eagerly awaiting the third installment in the franchise, MGM and the Sci-Fi Channel have put out another Stargate Universe Video Check it out here http://www.scifi.com/universe

Here are a couple of photos from SGU

Cast in the desert Photo provided by David Blue from the set of Stargate Universe

Stargate and the 2009 Leo Awards

VERY GOOD NEWS! The 2009 Leo Awards http://www.leoawards.com/nominees_by_program_2009.html STARGATE: CONTINUUM - 11 Nominations Direction - Martin Wood Screenwriting - Brad Wright Cinematography - Peter Woeste Picture Editing - Brad Rines Overall Sound - Paul Sharpe, Iain Pattison, Graeme Hughes Sound Editing - Devan Kraushar, James Wallace, Kirby Jinnah, Jay Cheetham, Dario DiSanto Production Design - James Robbins Costume Design - Christina McQuarrie Visual Effects - Michelle Commens, Stephen Bahr, Christopher Stewart Krista McLean, James Kawano Lead Performance - Male - Michael Shanks Lead Performance - Female -Amanda Tapping Congratulations to all the nominees! Also - Stargate Atlantis received 17 nominations, and Amanda Tapping's Sanctuary received 10 nominations!

Count Down to Stargate!

Stargate Atlantis & Stargate Universe News!

"Brain Storm" Featurette

http://stargate.mgm.com/specialops/link.php?urlid=50&id=2256

************************************** SGU Casting News Get All the Latest News About SGU!

http://stargate.mgm.com/specialops/link.php?urlid=51&id=2256 ..and as always....

Have A Very Stargate Day!

Respectfully Submitted By:

BillieO

An Official Stargate Special Ops Member

Stargate Atlantis Drew Over 2 Million Viewers

For The Series Finale! Now you can go behind the scenes with the cast and see the celebration after the last episode

The City Of Atlantis in Chocolate

Jason Momoa

Brad & Debbie Wright Martin Gero Gary Jones, Paul McGillion and Friend

Watch The

Stargate Atlantis

100th Episode Wrap Party http://stargate.mgm.com/specialops/link.php?urlid=48&id=2256 And be sure to see the latest in Stargate Technology

in Tech Journal #16 http://stargate.mgm.com/specialops/link.php?urlid=49&id=2256

....and as always....

Have A Very Stargate Day!

Respectfully Submitted By: BillieO An Official Stargate Special Ops Member

Photos By:

Joseph Mallozzi

See all of his photos here

http://josephmallozzi.wordpress.com/2008/09/21/september-21-2008-the-wrap-pary/

Stargate Atlantis Finale!

Stargate Atlantis Finale! "Enemy At The Gate" 5 Years....100 episodes The Very Last Episode Shown January 9, 2009 at 9 PM on the Sci-Fi Channel Enemy at the Gate Video http://stargate.mgm.com/specialops/link.php?urlid=46&id=2256 Watch New FX Heights with visual effects supervisor Mark Savela! http://stargate.mgm.com/specialops/link.php?urlid=47&id=2256 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Photos from "Enemy At The Gate"

Carter - Davis

Ronan - Teyla - Shepherd - Woolsey - McKay

Todd - Shepherd

Ronan

Keller - McKay

The Cast of Season Five of Stargate Atlantis ....and as always.... Have A Very Stargate Day! Respectfully Submitted By: BillieO An Official Stargate Special Ops Member