Welcome to the 2010 Dragon*Con Fan Track listings!

Alternate History Track

Director: Cindy Macleod

Welcome to another exciting year of the Alternate History Track. Within our panels, you will find the fantastical and anachronistic worlds of steampunk, time travel, alternate history and historical romance, as portrayed in literature, music, film, fashion, and on television. You can find out how to get involved in historical reenacting and living history.  Learn about retro-futuristic dirigibles, submersibles and difference engines. You will see makers interpreting works of science fiction into actual working contraptions! Have you ever wanted to take a trip back in time to a world where gentility was commonplace and everyday objects were beautifully designed? If so, come visit us over the Labor Day weekend for an experience you’ll never forget.

Visit us on the web at http://www.chronotrack.org

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American Sci-Fi Classics

Director: Ron Nastrom

Join us for another great year looking back at what made Sci-Fi great.
Panels will cover: "Space: 1999", Universal Monster Movies, "Manimal", "Lost in Space at 45", Cyborgs, plus "Farscape", "Babylon 5" and a screening of "War of the Worlds"! To follow all the things we have planned, join us on Facebook. Just search American Science Fiction Classics at DragonCon.

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American Sci-fi Media

Director: Kelley Harkins

Once was and will be again!  American SF Media has what you watch!  This year we'll have more Battlestar Galactica, Caprica, Eureka, and Sanctuary and more!  We cover movies and television, what was and will be and what died!  Talk to us about what you watch and bring your options and questions to our guest and fan panels!

Join us at http://www.scifitvtrack.com, and follow the buzz at http://twitter.com/DConAmSFMedia. We have a DConAMSFMedia group on Facebook too!

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Animation

Director: Jessica Merriman

From nostalgia to propaganda to art, animated media has influenced the US and the world for the last century. Join Dragon*Con’s Animation Track for a new year of classic favorites, intense discussions of style and form, special events, and discussions with the industry professionals that bring some of your favorite cartoons to life! The track will feature panels, workshops, and events catered to your cartoon needs, including a how-to on voice acting, some incredible actors from popular shows, and advice from animation creators on what they love. We also welcome back the annual Cosplay Contest, hosted jointly with the Anime/Manga track, featuring some top notch costumes from animated TV, movies, and games around the globe. Catch your seat early to view the best of the best recreated anime/animation cosplays!

For more information please visit our website: http://dragontoon.moonfruit.com

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Anime/Manga

Director: Jake Tarbox

The Anime/Manga track at Dragon*Con is back for its third year! We've created a special track devoted exclusively to anime, manga and media from the Land of the Rising Sun and beyond. We will be having a wide array of panels, speakers and workshops covering everything from classic anime, the history of manga, the future of the industry, and how to break into the business. Guests will include professionals, creators and insiders from all over the industry. There will also be a full schedule of anime video programming.  These events are guaranteed to satisfy even the most ravenous otaku. Come and be a part of the anime/manga revolution and keep checking back here for the latest news about our track!

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Anne McCaffrey’s Worlds

Director: Charlotte Moore

The official Anne and Todd McCaffrey fan track at Dragon*Con, Anne McCaffrey's Worlds (commonly known as Weyrfest) is the place to be to discuss and explore Anne McCaffrey’s famous and fabulous universes! Get together with your fandom pals and dicker over the details of dragons. For the latest news and information about the upcoming year, visit our blog at weyrfest.livejournal.com. As the con approaches, stop by our official site, www.weyrfest.org, to check out our guest list and panel schedule. We look forward to seeing you!

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Apocalypse Rising

Director: Kelly Brewer

It is year 4 for the Apocalypse Rising track, and Dragon*Con's "end of the line" has enjoyed much success because of you!  In typical AR fashion, we "survived" 2009.  Since the apocalypse hasn't happened (yet) and we are all still here, you can join us for 2010!!  In 2010, the AR track is working up a schedule of programming that includes fan favorites, new exciting panels, and panel idea suggestions from feedback.  Thanks to our legions of the undead apocalypse, the Zombie Prom will be back!

Check back here for more updates on the track.

Art Show Forums and Workshops

Director: Heidi Wallace

We are planning many exciting events for the 2010 Dragon*Con Art Show including our annual Iron Artist competition, a contribution canvas on which all the attending Artists can draw or paint (which will be sold at the Art Show voice auction for Charity), live music, demonstrations, and other wonderful events. Art Show panel discussions and demonstrations are located just outside the Hyatt Regency Grand Halls in Hanover A/B. There will also be booths for local colleges with Art programs located in Grand Hall West in the Art Show.  Please check out our Art Show website at: http://artshow.dragoncon.org/index.html for all the latest news and information about Art Show!

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British Programming Track

Director: Caro McCully

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Costuming

Director: Lee Cox

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Dark Fantasy

Director: Derek Tatum

They tried wooden stakes... they tried exposing us to direct sunlight... they even tried decapitation... and none of it worked! The Dark Fantasy track rises from the grave again in 2010, with programming devoted to vampires, urban wizardry, lycanthropy, gothic culture, and other things that dwell in the shadows of popular culture. From best-selling authors to acclaimed artists, visionary metaphysicians to cutting-edge musicians,The Dark Fantasy track is sure to offer something to everyone with a taste for "the dark side."

NOTE: The Dark Fantasy track is separate from the performance track.
Musicians and other performers seeking application information should check here and to apply click here.

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Electronic Frontiers Forums

Director: Scott Jones

Worried about freedom of speech, privacy, and your rights on line?  So are we!  Electronic Frontiers Forums is a four-day series of lectures and panels presented at Dragon*Con each year on Labor Day weekend.

Originally inspired by the Computers, Freedom, and Privacy Conference, Electronic Frontiers Forums has taken on a life of its own by bringing some of the best technical and legal minds together to hash out the future and have a little fun along the way.

Now in its twelfth year, Electronic Frontiers Forums covers your rights on the Internet and the latest trends in online media.  Topics include online privacy, security, freedom of expression, intellectual property, online activism, social networking, online publishing, and multi-player gaming.

The latest information can always be found at http://www.efforums.net/.

Initial topics will be posted in May, 2010, and a full schedule will be posted by July 31st.  To offer a talk, suggest topics, or inquire about being on the volunteer staff, please contact us via email.

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Filk Singing

Director: Robby Hillard

Filk singing began life as a typographic error of “Folk Singing” in a convention program book back in the early 1960’s. Instead of correcting the mistake, a new form of music called “FiLK” was created.

Filk songs come in several varieties - parodies of popular songs with an SF theme (or fantasy or horror, etc.), original music with fantasy and/or sci-fi themes, and songs about any aspect of fandom.

This year's FiLK track will have concerts Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night. Open filking every night. Workshops, panels, performances in the FiLK track room, and moderated discussions.

Any performer interested in performing at Dragon*Con in general (and filk track specifically) is invited to submit an application online.

Please continue to check the following sites for the latest FiLK news: http://www.filk.dragoncon.org/ and http://www.dragonconfilk.com/.

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Game Programming

Director: Rucht Lilavivat

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Independent Film

Director: Matthew M. Foster

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Main Programming

Director: Regina Kirby

Main Programming refers to events, contests, presentations, and performances not covered under specific “programming tracks.” Main programming items are usually single events which are not part of a specific genre, including:

• Contests
• Performances (Theatrical, Musical, and Radio)
• Presentations and Ceremonies
  • Opening Ceremonies (Friday evening)
  • Closing Ceremonies (Monday afternoon)
  • Awards Banquet
• Miscellaneous Main Programming
  • Late-Night Dances and Drum-Circles (Friday - Sunday nights)
  • Red Cross Blood Drive (Vampires Anonymous)

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MMORPGs

Director: Kevin Stallard

The DC*MMO website is the most direct source for the latest news and information on MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game) that we are covering at Dragon*Con. We have online schedules (so you can download them to your phone or PDA), surveys, news, and a podcast in which we talk about all of the things we have going on each year. For the latest information on our panels and activities, join our year-round community at http://www.dc-mmo.org.

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Podcasting: Now and Beyond

Director: Swoopy

Welcome to Podcasting: Now and Beyond where there are no limits to what can be created in the realm of portable media.  The podcasting genre offers audiences a world rich in Science Fiction, Fantasy and original Speculative Fiction audio and video programming content that is continually evolving each and every day.

By now, everyone knows what a podcast is; the new challenge facing podcasters is continuing to push the boundaries of portable media.  Today's podcasters create entire worlds tailored to fit in your pocket, involving listeners in ways that traditional media never dreamed of.

Our panelists this year for Podcasting: Now and Beyond will again include many pioneering podcasters from top rated programs from around the world and a full schedule of live shows.

Are you an author looking for a new way to market your work?  We'll have discussions with some of the most successful authors in the podosphere, some of whom have even utilized portable media to become New York Times best selling authors. Learn how to create a Podiobook, get tips on publishing your podcast material, and discuss marketing strategies that work to keep your audience coming back for more.

We'll also be hosting the Annual Parsec Awards, dedicated to rewarding excellence in various aspects of Speculative Fiction Podcasting, Sci-fi & Fantasy Original Content and a variety of other categories dealing with new the frontiers of Portable Media.

For details as they unfold, podcasts from
 our featured panelists as well as information about podcasting and portable media, follow us online at: www.dragon-pod.com and on Twitter: twitter.com/dragonpod.

This is just the beginning, so make sure and check your schedule and join us for our fifth year of Podcasting: Now and Beyond events at Dragon*Con 2010.

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Readings

Director: Regina Kirby

Offering readings by authors from their own works (and usually some discussion with the audience afterward), our past readers have included Lois McMaster Bujold, Tamora Pierce, Janny Wurtz, Kevin J. Anderson, Diana Gabaldon, John Scalzi, Tracy Hickman, Peter Beagle, Phil Platt, John Ringo and Caitlin Kiernan to name but a few. Check the schedule closer to the convention for the latest on who will be reading for you this year!

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Robotics

Director: Valerie Macht

"The Dragon*Con Robotics track is dedicated to exploring the many aspects of robotics as well as the many ways it relates to our society and entertainment. This track contains workshops, competitions and informative Q&A sessions. So come by and learn all about robotics; including the mechanical aspects, the future of, and even about robotics in the entertainment industry."

For more information, please visit www.robotics.dragoncon.org.

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Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time

Director: Jennifer Liang

2010 will see us celebrating the landmark tenth anniversary of the Robert Jordan track at Dragon*Con. We'll also be celebrating the twentieth anniversary of the publication of The Eye of the World, the first book in the Wheel of Time series. We'll be looking at the future of the franchise, from ebooks, to movie rights, to graphic novels and more. And we will of course be picking apart the latest installment, The Gathering Storm, with co author Brandon Sanderson.

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Science

Director: Dru Myers

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Sci-Fi and Fantasy Literature

Director: Sue Phillips

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The 2010 DragonCon SF and Fantasy Literature track is back once again to bring you the best in discussion, presentation and education about the literature that we love.  We talk about writers, we talk to writers, we test our knowledge with games and trade books to broaden our libraries.

We have fun and hope that you will join us to find out more!

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Silk Road: Asian Cinema & Culture

Director: Susan Shockley

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Skeptics

Director: Derek Colanduno

After the highly successful 2009 year at Dragon*Con, we are proud to announce the 3rd year of "Skeptrack", providing a full complement of live entertainment and discussion panels for the legions of free thinkers, science enthusiasts and skeptics helping to put the Science in Science Fiction at Dragon*Con.
  
Our list of guests have included many of the world's most prominent skeptics from the world of television, podcast and print media: 'The Amazing' James Randi, Skeptic Society Jr. Skeptic Editor Daniel Loxton, Benjamin Radford, Joe Nickell, Alison Smith, Dr. Phil Plait, and Margaret Downey, just to name just a few.

To monitor updates as they unfold, to join in the discussion groups, and for more information about Skepticism, critical thinking and paranormal investigation visit Skeptrack on the web at Skeptrack. (www.skeptrack.org)

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Space

Director: Lorraine (Rain) Glynn

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Star Gate: Multiverse

"Following all aspects of the immensely popular Stargate franchise, the Stargate Multiverse Track is back in 2010 covering the original 1994 movie, SG-1, Atlantis, and now our latest addition - Stargate Universe.  Join us for old favorites like the Stargate Interactive (think Rocky Horror), Games Night, a new and improved Costume Contest, and a Multiverse of new favorites in the making!"

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Trek Track

Director: Garrett Wang

Garrett Wang, best known for his role as Ensign Harry Kim in Star Trek: Voyager, has accepted the position of director of Trek Track. In his seven seasons on the popular series, Mr. Wang became a fan favorite as the clarinet-playing operations officer of the USS Voyager. A science fiction fan as well as a Star Trek insider, Mr. Wang will bring a fresh perspective to this year’s programming.

Andorians, and Borgs, and Cardassians, oh my!  Beauties from all walks of the Federation territory and beyond will be competing for the title of Miss Star Trek Universe.  When you are done admiring our beautiful contestants, join them and other Star Trek fans for a party of galactic proportions.

In addition, a number of well-known guests have been confirmed for Trek Track. From Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Avery Brooks (Captain Benjamin Sisko), Rene Auberjonois (Odo) and Armin Shimerman (Quark) will be in attendance. Jonathan Frakes (Commander Will Riker), Marina Sirtis (Deanna Troi), and John DeLancie (the enigmatic Q) will represent Star Trek: The Next Generation. More Star Trek guests will be announced on the Dragon*Con website as appearances are confirmed.

Trek Track will be based in the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. Programming announcements for the Trek Track are available on the track website at http://trektrack.dragoncon.org.

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SWat DC

Director: Brandy Roatsey

Fill it up again!  SW@D*C is back for Round 2, and we’re very excited to bring you more great times!  Back again this year:  Light speed Dating, Mr.
Star Wars Fanboy Pageant, SW Costume Contest, Last Jedi Standing Trivia (new & improved for this year), The Last Party on Alderaan, and all of your favorite topics of discussion.  Something you’re dying to discuss or see a panel on?  Let us know by shooting us an email. Remember to check www.dragoncon.org for the latest guest updates and www.swatdc.com for the latest SW@D*C updates!

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Tolkien’s Middle-Earth

Director: Jean Baughman

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Whedonverse

Director: Wayne Hutchinson

Sunnydale has been destroyed. Wolfram and Hart is no more. The Alliance has been exposed. The Rossum Coporation has destroyed our world and OH MY GOD! They killed Penny! Don't Panic. Everything is 5 by 5 and It's up to us to expose the truth and tell the world just how incredibly awesome the works of Joss Whedon are. Our Scoobies work hard all year long to bring you the best in guest Q & A's, discussion panels, games, live musical performances and much more all centered around your favorite Whedon Universe shows and writings. Our verse is a wonderful place and it's needs shiny people like you to make it all the more wonderful. The Whedon Universe - Your full service Whedon fan track. GRRR! ARRGH!!

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Writers’ Track

Director: Nancy Knight

It was a dark and stormy night . Many writers were gathered in the dungeon called Manilla/Singapore. Many faced one direction, a Few glared back from the other. Suddenly, one in the middle spoke, asked a question of the Few. Others behind the table spoke in turn, sometimes enthusiastically, interrupting each other. Wisdom passed from the Few to the Many…A storm rumbled overhead, but the writers paid little heed, for the discussion riveted their attention to the front of the room.

Suddenly, there was enlightenment. One of the Many rose and querried…One among the Few answered. Then another. And another. More wisdom transferred from the Few to the Many… And, thus, Writer’s Track sustained the Many thirsting after knowledge. And, it was good.

Come one, come all…Writer’s Track is the place to be if your ambition is to become a published writer in any genre. We take on all comers…comics, gamers, novelists, screenwriters…and more.

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X Track

Director: Leigh Bennett-Conner

XTrack is thrilled to start planning for DragonCon 2010 and we look forward to welcoming back old friends and new ones.  We plan to have numerous panels on your favorite fandom shows, including "Lost", "Supernatural", "Warehouse 13", and even our old standbys, "The X Files" and "The Lone Gunmen".

Paranormal topics remain one of our attendee favorites and we are planning panels on Hypnosis, Parapsychology, and Paranormal Research, to name a few.  As of January 2010, our scheduling has just begun.

As an FYI, if you would like to suggest a panel, please email. Leigh.  If you'd like to volunteer for a panel, please send panel information and your own bio (e.g. - why you are good to lead a panel) and it will be reviewed.

If you are looking to be a guest at Dragon*Con, please see the Main Dragon*Con site and look at the Guest Application area.  If you have questions, Leigh is more than willing to try to answer them but all final Guest Applications are reviewed by the D*Con Guest Committee, not Track Directors.

Keep watching this space and the main Dragon*Con page for updates.  Looking forward to seeing everyone in September!

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Young Adult Literature

Director: Bev Kodak

The YA Lit Track will be hosting more Twilight guests this year as Ashley Green (Alice Cullen) and Kellen Lutz (Emmett Cullen) join us. Plans are in the works for more excellent book club discussions, authors, and guests.  We will, as always, have a mix of programming for the young and young-at-heart featuring Harry Potter, vampires, werewolves, the latest and greatest in YA books, as well as current topics like gender and sexuality.  We will also be dancing the night away at the Yule Ball and awarding prizes for the Costume Contest. Please see our track website at http://yalit.dragoncon.org/ for links to all our social networking sites and the most up-to-date information.

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