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Future Events Are In The Offing

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

It will be good news for people to learn, I am sure, that after a well-deserved break from the Prisoner scene Hazel Prosser is well and truly back in the loop and ready, willing and able to organise more of the excellent events we have come to expect of her. These events, as anyone who has attended one will readily certify, have always been very popular, well organised and great value for money. But with the 30th Anniversary celebrations behind us now and with the passage of time, itself, it has obviously become more difficult to get members of the cast to fly over (often at short notice) to meet and entertain us.

I can reveal, however, that Hazel is currently in talks with an original cast member and that the prospects of a spring/summer event is very much on the cards. The cast member in question is eager to come over and Hazel is just as eager to make all the arrangements on his/her behalf, so it’s now just a matter of finding out how viable the prospect is and if enough of you want to make it happen. As with any event of this kind, it all hangs in the balance. The interest is there and now it’s just a question of the practicalities. If enough of you want to make it happen, then I’ve no doubt that it WILL happen. If any of you wish to find out more about this intriguing prospect, then do please contact Hazel directly at the following email address:

keepintouch692@btinternet.com

Events like these are, of necessity, getting more and more scarce. The big celebration is behind us, the original cast members are now reaching that time of life where they no longer wish to travel and the financial climate is such that the cost of organising said events has triggered a general apathy in all concerned. In short, then, although these events are still very much on the horizon, each may well be the last of its kind. It is important that we are no longer blase about the events, because they will not – and can not – continue ad infinitum. There is now a very real possibility that every cast member’s visit will be his or her last.

If, therefore, any of you do want to meet any of the cast members who come over, this may well be your last chance to do so. I have been reliably informed that many of the original cast are making their next trip to the UK their FINAL trip to the UK. I really can’t stress this enough. It’s easy, in retrospect, to look back on an opportunity missed and to regret it … so if you are genuinely interested in meeting any of the cast who visit our shores, then do – if circumstances allow – grab the opportunity with both hands. There may well not be a second chance.

If any of you wish to discuss anything about possible future events with Hazel, then please do contact her direct through the above email address.

She will be able to give you further information as to the original cast member with whom she is currently in talks and can tell you a lot more than I can about the possibility of future events. If you have any further questions pertaining to associated matters, then I’m sure she will only be too happy to answer your queries on these, too.

Memorabilia

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Advanced tickets are now on sale via the Memorabilia site on-line store.

This is the perfect opportunity for fans to meet Val Lehman, Gerard Maguire and Fiona Spence. It is, in fact, a RARE 30th Anniversary opportunity to meet this trio of Prisoner illuminaries.

Please note that tickets are NOT available via The Official Val Lehman Website and that advanced tickets can only be purchased through the Memorabilia site on-line store.

Meet Fiona Spence

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

NEWSFLASH!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, two places have unexpectedly become available for this event. If you would like the opportunity to dine with Fiona Spence on 14th November, please email admin@val-lehman.com NOW!

An update from The Official Val Lehman Website:

*~*~*~ AN AUDIENCE WITH FIONA SPENCE *~*~*~

(‘Vera Bennett’ in ‘Prisoner: Cell Block-H’, ‘Celia Stewart’ in ‘Home & Away’)Fiona Spence

DATE: SATURDAY 14th NOVEMBER 2009

VENUE: THE OLD JOINT STOCK THEATRE
4 TEMPLE ROW WEST
BIRMINGHAM (CITY CENTRE)
B2 5NY
(Mins from New Street Railway Station)
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Meet Glenda Linscott

Saturday, April 11th, 2009

OTI have announced the first UK event to mark the 30th anniversary of Prisoner and have launched a brand new sister site, Screen Star Events, for Prisoner events. OTI write:

“The hugely popular ‘Prisoner’ star is returning to the UK in September, and is very much looking forward to meeting all the fans, many of whom have been writing to her for many, many years! Glenda is extremely excited about the prospect of arriving back in the UK after so many years, and will also be bringing with her some rare memorabilia to delight the Prisoner fans! This is one event you won’t want to miss. (more…)

Prisoner Recaptured Event

Sunday, April 5th, 2009

On Saturday the 4th April 2009, fans got together at Birmingham Library Theatre for “Prisoner Recaptured” – the largest exhibition of original Prisoner memorabilia at a fan convention. The memoribilia on show included over 500 items such as original inmates and officers costumes, props, newspaper and magazine articles, over 100 rare and original publicity stills from throughout the series and a selection of transparencies, mug shots, posters, scripts and cast & crew items. The big screen featured messages from Amanda Muggleton recorded exclusively for the event, a look at filming locations then and now and other rare footage.

There was a silent auction for a number of signed prints. The event also included a quiz, fancy dress competition and the opportunity to have a mugshot taken in an original inmates jacket. (more…)

Wentworth Building Photos 2009

Sunday, April 5th, 2009

During the recent Prisoner reunion party in Melbourne, forum member George Lucas took some photos of the Wentworth building, which is the side of the Global TV Studios (then Grundy Studios). George’s photos are below his review, posted with permission, thanks George!.

“It was a fantastic afternoon and it seemed everyone present was having a good time. It was well organised and must have been a nightmare for Val and her helpers to co-ordinate but I think they did a great job. The day began with everyone lining up outside and then around the inside of the front gate and then being ushered into the big marquee that contained seating for the 216+ guests and all the stars. There were plasma/lcd screens up all around the marquee showing the first run of episodes. There was a main stage where Margo was MC alongside Val. (more…)

Prisoner 30th Anniversary Reunion Party Review

Saturday, April 4th, 2009

Stewie’s Review

Stewie“Hey Everyone in PCBH land.. What an amazing out of this world day!! The whole thing started with me at first thinking that i had SLEPT IN !! huh Couldnt believe it as it was a long night before. I had met up with Rob and he had come to the Crown Promenade Hotel to meet up. We watched a few eps i had taken the last Volume with me on my flight to melbourne. haha ( don’t say anything tongue haha ) as i was nearly finished the total boxset i had bought over a year or so ago. I guess you dont think that 692 episodes is a sh*tload to watch when you start.. But i was so glad i enjoyed it from start to end. ( which i might add that i have approx 16 episodes in which to watch before that happens)

Anyway to the juicy bits of info your probably hanging out for. (more…)

Prisoner 30th Anniversary Reunion Party Photos

Saturday, April 4th, 2009

On the 22nd of February 2009, actors from Prisoner reunited at Global TV Studios, Melbourne, Australia to celebrate 30 years since Prisoner went to air. Forum member Stewie’s photos are below and read Stewie’s review here. Posted with permission, thanks Stewie!.

We also wish to thank Amanda Muggleton, Peta Toppano, Fiona Spence and Val Lehman for giving their kind permission to upload their images. (more…)