22-Jun-2004
News from Invisible Ballerina:
InvisibleNinja is spearheading a fan table at
Comic-Con next month! This is a wonderful opportunity for exposure for our show
and fandom at one of the largest conventions in the world. Over 75,000 people
attended last year!
If anyone is interested in helping out we would very much appreciate it. I-Nin
has set up a Yahoo group just for that purpose. It's located at http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/imanfan_comiccon2004/.
We could use ideas and advice, as well as help designing and printing brochures,
flyers, and postcards. If your handy at finding things on the web, we could use
help with comparison shopping in order to find the best prices. Monetary
donations are welcome as this is not a cheap endeavor (the table alone was over
$600) and every little bit helps, no matter how small. Donations of swag are
also needed. If you will be in the San Diego area next month, help manning the
table is also appreciated. Heck, we appreciate anything our fellow fans want to
help with!
So come join us at this new Yahoo group and help us put together a smashing
table that will do the I-Man fandom proud! Hope to you see there!
VisBall
12-May-2004
Hi Everyone!
Just a quick note to let everyone know that our very own Paul Ben
Victor will be doing a benefit in New York City this Friday, May 14th
for Muscular Dystrophy.
Yes, I know it is short notice, but Paul wanted to make sure that
anyone who lived in the area, and wanted to come see him, would know
about this.
He is reading 3 one-act plays at the Rattlestick Theater at 224
Waverly Place, New York. Showtime is 8PM.
Actor Tony Lobianca will also be there, along with 2
as-yet-to-be-named actors.
The tickets are normally $40 for the show and a wine and cheese
reception afterwards. You will be able to hang with Paul at the
reception.
Paul wants anyone who is interested in going to contact me
(Invisible_Mom@yahoo.com) so I can let him know if anyone is
interested in attending. He is going to try to get us a discount,
perhaps a 2 for 1 admission.
I will be checking my mail often until Friday afternoon, but if you
are interested, please let me know as soon as possible.
10-April-2003
Want to have a gland of your very own? You can. Check out what's being offered for IManiacs by our own Dungeon Dan.
8-April-2003
Hi everyone!
It's been too long since IMan fans have had a chance to chat with the stars of
the show. And now with the DVD's out in the UK, there's so much more to talk about!
That's why Interstellar Transmissions is proud to present to you Mike McCafferty,
Eberts himself, LIVE on the radio on Friday April 18th!
You can listen in live over the internet, or call in on our toll free number and
ask Mike yourself anything about his IMan experience, making the DVD's, his
upcomming projects, and more!
Interstellar Transmissions airs Friday nights at
7pm eastern, and you can find out all the information on how to listen in and
call in the show at our website
at
http://www.interstellartransmissions.com
And if you can't make it live, you can e-mail me with a question at
OboeCrazy@worldnet.att.net
and I'll try to ask as many as I can!
30-March-2003
Those lucky enough to be in the NYC area the week of April 1 - April 6 will have the opportunity of catching our own beloved tiger, Paul Ben-Victor in the play "Roses in December". Please e-mail hobbes@brettsinger.com for special pricing for Hobbes fans! Hurry! He'll only be there for a week.
1-February-2003
[No reason why we can't continue with this as long as possible. ed]
Do you still love I-Man? Silly question. Of couse you do! Well, very soon you're
going to get a chance to show it! I know O:VI has been rather quiet lately,
folks, but we're still here and still fighting for our beloved show. There is
lots of info we'll be sharing with you folks, but for now time forces me to make
this announcement short and brief.
I'm happy to announce that O:VI is growing! That's right! Now we know TPTB are
expecting us to get discouraged, slow down, and throw in the towel, but we're
doing exactly what they don't expect of us. We're expanding! That's
right! We're gonna show them that the fans of The Invisible Man aren't like all
those other fandoms out there with short-lived campaigns. We've got staying
power; we're determined, dedicated, and loyal; and, by golly, we want our show
back!
To that end, I'm gonna introduce you to just one of our newest team members:
Miami_Mom2! This gal, who recently joined the O:VI management team, is
thoroughly dedicated to our cause. Already, she has taken it upon herself to
organize a very special project. I'll let her tell it to you in her own words.
__________
We re coming up on the one-year anniversary of the date the last episode of The
Invisible Man aired. To mark this infamous date we are going to celebrate the
joy that I-Man gave to each and everyone of us.
There is going to be a Cyber Pep Rally on the I-Man SciFi bboard (http://www.scifi.com/invisibleman/)
January 31 at 12:00 p.m. EST and will end on February 2. The Rally is to let
TPTB know that we haven t *disappeared*.
In the immortal words of John Paul Jones, "I have not yet begun to fight!"
miami_mom2
__________
So there you have it, folks, another way we can show our love for I-Man. Why is
this so important? Well, if you read the last newsletter, you know that we have
a very special opportunity right now. We have an "in" at a major studio. Now
this is exactly the kind of break that we have been campaigning so hard for this
past year. Opportunities like this don't come along every day and we need to
make the most of it. One of the things that TPTB will be looking for is a strong
interest in the property that is The Invisible Man. Here's our chance to show it
by participating in the Rally. A busy Invisible Man SciFi bboard is one very
important way of showing them that this fandom is alive and well. Let's not blow
this opportunity!
Invite your friends, family and other fandoms! Let's make some noise this
weekend! I'll see ya all there!
VisBall (a.k.a. InvisibleBallerina)
Founder/Manager,
Operation: Visible Ink
http://www.saveinvisibleman.com
13-December-2002
NEWS FLASH! It's been announced that Mark Stern, writer, supervising producer and TV-division president at Trilogy Entertainment Group Inc., will become the SciFi Channel's senior vice president of original programming.
He will also be developing sci-fi
series and projects for other cable and broadcast networks through Universal
Television Productions, a sister Vivendi Universal Entertainment unit.
Looks like we have someone new to write to! Stay tuned for more details
and contact information!
Deb/MrsSpooky
Campaign Director - Imaniacs
We have a winning city location for ImaniCon2003!
With over 100 fans voting, one city received about a third of all the votes,
handily beating the competition.
We're going to be in Chicago!
We should have some details hammered out within this month (hotel, room rates,
date of con, etc.). Watch the imaniacs website at http://www.imaniacs.org for further updates.
Thanks to everyone who voted!
KatrynSedai
Special Events Director, I-maniacs
6-October-2002
Merchandise Update as of Friday, October 4:
The window clings came in yesterday. Yay! Well, sort of. The deal is this:
they're the wrong design. Nothing terrible, mind you- they're plain black, with
"the I-Maniacs" in white, and "Visible Fans of the Invisible
Man" in red. But NOT what I ordered!
So, quick call to Paul the Merch guy- and problem solved. We can keep the
incorrect order, and he will have the correct design printed up. It'll be 10-15
days for the new clings, but hey- we just got a two-fer-one deal! Whoo hoo!
As soon as I get the remainder of the merch (I'm still waiting for the shirts
and hats and scrubs), I'll ship it out as is with the "wrong" window
clings. When the correct clings come in, I'll send them seperately. Sound
like a deal?
Email me if you have any questions: shelbel@imaniacs.org .
Thanks guys! Have a good weekend!
ShelBel, Merchandise Director
7-September-2002
To All Iman Fans:
In one way or another all of you have contacted the Prey For Us Campaign in some
capacity, seeking our groups' help with Iman campaigns, seeking information
since you are also a fan of Prey and much more.
As all of you know, from my updates, the Preymates received some unsettling news
recently regarding Prey and its future, at least on the Sci-Fi channel.
And, of course, we know just how poorly this network treated Iman. It
seems we are all in the same boat together.
Now you may be wondering, just what do I want from you folks. As always,
we appreciate your support and we gladly give it in return. What I am
asking from you now is relatively simple and doesn't involve mailings.
Since most of you are involved, in one capacity or another with the
ongoing Iman campaign, I was hoping that you could check with the entire
membership of Iman fans, finding out just how many members are indeed crossover
fans, loving Prey as much as Iman.
For about 2 plus years now, our campaign has been running a membership census
for fans of the show. All those records are currently in my hands and are
kept strictly confidential if that is requested by any member. Would you folks
be willing to help me gauge the popularity of Prey within your community?
If so, here is the info I would need from any crossover fan:
Name
Screen Name (if they use one)
Mailing Address
Email Address
They don't have to provide their street address, only if they are
comfortable. I would only use the mailing address in dire circumstances
and again all information is kept confidential; just say the word.
And, if our members can help in anyway with the Iman campaign, please don't
hesitate to ask, as many of us loved, and deeply miss Iman!
Thanks so much!
Lee Ann aka Rueben!
Co-Chair of the Prey For Us Campaign
7-September-2002
It has just heard the shocking news that SciFi Channel has cancelled Fascape. The I-Maniacs stand together with the Scapers in protesting this latest action by the network. We offer our sympathies and our support. More information to follow...
5-September-2002
Congrats to the cast and crew of IMan on their Roswell Award wins! Final tally is below. Thanks to all who voted.
Best Actor: Vincent Ventresca - Darien Fawkes
Invisible Man
Best Supporting Actor: Paul Ben Victor - Bobby Hobbes
Invisible Man
Best Recurring Actor: Mike McCafferty - Albert Eberts
Invisible Man
Best Duo: Vincent Ventresca & Paul Ben Victor -
Invisible Man
Best Villain: Joel Bissonnette - Arnaud de Fehrn
Invisible Man
Best Guest Appearance: Armin Shimerman - Agustin Gather
(aka Tommy Walker) Invisible Man
Best Season Premiere: Invisible Man "Legends"
Best Finale: Invisible Man "The New Stuff"
Best Episode: "Brothers Keeper" Invisible Man
Special Award: Best Actor or Actress in Multiple
Categories Shannon Kenny - Keeper Invisible Man
28-August-2002
Hey Everyone!
Just wanted you all to know that The Invisible Man is going to have a panel at DragonCon, the East Coast version of ComicCon. I want to thank Desi for putting it together and for Aaron for helping us launch it. The panel is going to consist of Desi, myself and Lauren (OboeCrazy) and it will be on Saturday, August 31st at 5:30pm. We will be taking tons of pics, we're going to pass out fliers and we're even going to pass around a petition for people to sign to get I-Man back on the air. Desi, Lauren & I will give a full report once the event is over. DragonCon is the weekend of Labor Day (31st-2nd), and hopefully any Imaniacs that live in the Atlanta area (R2 glances at Spud) will be able to attend the Con and come on by the panel! Discussion will consist of (what else) everything I-Man, from the show itself to what happened to it thanks to SciFi. I would love to see you there!
Stacey/R2 Club Prez
14-August-2002
The fan club is proud to announce that the Paul Ben-Victor photo collage gallery is open. These original limited edition prints are now available to purchase. These beautiful one of a kind prints were created in honor of us, the fans, by our very own Paul Ben-Victor.
Stop by and see this unique art that is only available through the Imaniacs website.
14-August-2002
The Invisible Man Charity Auction has commenced on http://perseusproject.com. Place your bids on items donated by the cast and crew of Invisible Man: Props, Wardrobe, Scripts, Photographs, Crew Memorabilia!
This special online auction will benefit St. Judes Children’s Reseacrh Hospital, Make A Wish Foundation and Habitat For Humanity!.
5-June-2002
What is the make up blooper in Impetus? Hint: 50 year old Darien....
Let us have your guess by Friday noon, June 7th! The winner will be announced by Dan at the Friday I-Man Chat .
Winner does not have to be there to win but we sure hope you are there for the fun!
Perseus Project www.perseusproject.com
29-May-2002
It's up! Head over to the I-Maniacs Fan Art page to view and vote for your favorite work of fan art. Voting continues until 15-June-2002, so don't delay! Be warned, this will NOT be an easy decision.
28-April-2002
Thanks to Chris Lackey for this information:
I just got back from watching a stage production of Death of a Salesman with Eddie Jones (the official) as Willie Loman. It was AWESOME!!!
I want to get the word out about this show. Anyone in the LA area should see it!
Here is the info...
April 19 - May 26 Thurs - Sat 8pm, sun at 3pm
Interact Theatre company
5215 Bakman ave North Hollywood CA
818-773-7862 for rez
It's great. really.
There you go! Everyone get out there and support our Official in what has to be a wonderful performance in this magnificent work of theatrical literature.
27-April-2002
My fellow Imaniacs
It seems that your hearty efforts to bring attention
to our favorite show have not gone, well, unnoticed!
Our favorite leading man took the time to jot down his
thoughts and send them along to you. These are his
words, straight from his fingers to your eyes.
Congrats Imaniacs, you certainly deserve it.
Stacey/R2
Club Prez
--
Dear Imaniacs,
Thank you, thank you, thank you. You should know that
you have been heard.
Also know that you are not alone; there are television
executives that, like you and I, are passionate fans
of the show.
Our show was good, quality wins and as Paul always
said to me, "Vinny, cream rises."
I believe we will and that belief has and always will
be fueled by you, our fans, again thank you.
Vincent
17-April-2002
Rumor has it our beloved Bobby Hobbes, Paul Ben-Victor, will be appearing on NBC's Crossing Jordan in the April 29th episode. The show airs at 10PM on NBC. Check local listings!
14-April-2002
We received a note from co-chairman of the Prey For Us Campaign. They've been very helpful to us in our efforts to save Invisible Man, so this would be a great way for us to return the favor.
The Prey for Us folks are asking for our help in their efforts to have that horrible cliffhanger that ended the show resolved. For more information, please visit http://start.at/prey.
Thanks much!
23-March-2002
For those who subscribe, our own Mike McCafferty will be appearing in HBO's hit show, "Six Feet Under" this Sunday night, 3/24, at 9PM ET. Word has it he will be appearing in the first ten minutes of the show, so if you want, take ten minutes off what you're watching to catch him, you'll be glad you did.
20-March-2002
Drop by the perseus project chat room and meet "Dungeon Dan"!
This Saturday, March 23rd
6 PM Pacific -- 9 PM Eastern Standard Time
2 - March - 2002
A note from Loriannharmon:
Just thought that I'd drop by and let you know how our campaign is going. We are
up to 2411 emails/postcards to Scifi asking them to give us Tom's Story. We have
been in a little slump as of late, a lot of real life issues for many of the
Preymates but we keep plugging away at it. Once again, if you want to help out
send emails to Scifi at feedback@scifi.com and/or program@scifi.com.
Bill Schmidt, Prey's creator, has a new agent who is going to seriously push
Scifi for Tom's Story. We are starting a renewed campaign by sending emails to
both the addresses listed above and are sending postcards/flyers to Bonnie
Hammer. If anyone wants to send these some can be found by going to http://www.start.at/prey
and checking out under campaign. I'm sure we'll also have some new ones get made
just for this campaign also. This is just what we needed, something new to get
enthused about. I'm not sure if we are still going to keep track of our numbers
but for now I'm going to continue to do so, so if you do send anything out
please let me know, either here or at my email: lori_ann_harmon@hotmail.com.
Just let me know what kind and how many. I want to thank you all on behalf of
all the Preymates. We have come this far due to friends like you. Together
nothing can stop us from achieving our goals. Again, thank you.
Lori
18 - February - 2002
Update - That wasn't brandy who was cast as Oracle in the new Batman series. It was Dina Meyer who was cast in that part. We want to congratulate Miss Meyer, but express our regret that we will miss Brandy in this series.
Watch for Vince in "Robbing Hef"
Robbing 'Hef (2002)
Credited cast overview:
Padraic Aubrey .... Clyde
Ever Carradine .... Candice
Michael Cornacchi.... Chuck
Luiggi Debiasse .... Victor
Jeremy Sisto .... Jackie
Vincent Ventresca.... James
17 - February - 2002
It's still rumor at this point, but word has it that Brandy Ledford has been cast as Oracle (formerly Batgirl, in her new identity) in the new Batman series that is now being cast. We'll post confirmation of this when we get it. If it has not been decided yet, let's all please send our prayers and good wishes Brandy's way. She is excited about this project and would really love to tackle the part.
Our own Vincent Ventresca is filming a pilot for an as yet untitled ABC comedy, He is playing a 32-year old toy designer who is engaged to a 30 year old who owns and runs a photography studio (Sabrina Lloyd).