Dateline: 03-22-2003

Programming Update

CONvergence 2003 promises to have the same wide variety of programming that we have had in previous years. Besides featuring our guests of honor, we will feature our time travel theme in a variety of panels, from specific discussions of H.P. Lovecraft's The Shadow Out of Time to celebrating the 40th anniversary of Doctor Who.

However, CONvergence programming needs your help! Our tentative list of programming panels will be on line on the CONvergence website, and if you would like to participate, we'd like to hear from you. Send us mail at programming@convergence-con.org. Even if you've never done anything like this before, this is your chance to have your say.

We will continue our tradition of scheduling panels into tracks based on their subject matter.

• Art: From line art to music, sculptures and more, this track discusses the techniques and the muse behind different art forms influenced by science fiction and fantasy.
• Comics: Whether it is printed or online, superhero or humor, graphic storytelling is one of the oldest creative forms. This track will cover the past, present, and future of comics with comic creators and fans.
• Science & Technology: This track discusses both the real science behind science fiction, and the science and technology that impacts our daily lives. So we'll be discussing things from the future of space exploration to building the ultimate home theater system.
• Movies: Not just the top ten sci-fi blockbusters, science fiction and fantasy films can also come from independent and amateur filmmakers. We will discuss production and behind the scenes techniques as well as reviews and debates about current and classic films.
• Activities: Formally called the youth track, this track will feature projects and hands-on activities for kids of all ages. Television: Talk about current shows, former shows, and the future of the medium.
• Literature: Discuss novels and short stories covering the original works of modern science fiction and fantasy to the latest Harry Potter novel. Gaming: More than just role-playing, this is your chance to discuss your favorite games -- computer, table-top, role-playing, and more. We're also going to have a panel to show off and discuss your favorite painted minatures, so bring them to the con.
• A/V Room: Returning this year is our room for programming items that require some multi-media enhancement. E-mail us if you would like more information.
• SF Hotdish: This track is for anything that doesn't fit anywhere else, or could fit in multiple places.

Please note that any programming reflecting this year's convention theme of Time Travel will be highlighted in special pull-out schedules at the convention.