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The Zocalo Today
Welcome and thank you for dropping by. Take your shoes off, get comfortable and stay a while.
There is a LOT of information here and you won't want to miss any of it.
The Zocalo Today is an interactive newsletter, encouraging readers to join a discussion topic or to send
along letters that can be shared with other readers.
The Zocalo Today is a newsletter for Babylon 5 and science fiction fans everywhere. It is as much YOUR
newsletter as it is mine! I'm just pulling together things for you!
Join our discussion topic. It is just one way you can share with other Z readers. If you see Babylon 5 cast
and crew in other roles, let us know. We enjoy convention reports, photos, etc. Don't miss our back issues.
I hope this will become more than just a newsletter. It's a community of people that enjoy sharing their
experiences and interests. Babylon 5 brought many of us together -- and it remains with us, despite the
fact that is no longer in production. Don't be shy. Join us today!
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DARKSIDE:
According to Variety, Fox is developing the SF series entitled DARKSIDE, a LOST-like thriller from helmer Michael
Dinner. From Roundtable Entertainment and writers Brandon Beckner and Scott Sampila, DARKSIDE will follow a
group of astronauts who trace an SOS signal to the dark side of the moon and who discover a mysterious compound
there. Roundtable's Gina Matthews and Grant Scharbo are executive producing with Dinner (North Shore), who's
attached to helm the pilot via his Rooney McP production company. A script commitment has been given by Fox.
CHAMELEON:
Variety reports that writer-director Tim McCanlies (Secondhand Lions) will adapt the Piers Anthony fantasy novel
Spell for Chameleon for Warner Brothers and director Wolfgang Petersen. SPELL FOR CHAMELEON is the first of
Anthony's 30-book Xanth Development series. First published in 1977 and is set in a fantasy world where every
person has the ability to cast one unique spell of their own. CHAMELEON centers on a young man named Bink who
seems to have no magical power whatsoever, prompting him to set out on a perilous quest to discover what his
power is or isn't.
DOCTOR WHO:
The BBC has now released the first teaser spot for its new DOCTOR WHO television series. Follow this link
http://www.bbc.co.uk/cult/news/drwho/2004/12/02/15823.shtmlto watch -- you'll need RealPlayer
installed on your computer. According to the Daily Mirror, British actress Zoe Wanamaker (who played
Madame Hooch in the first HARRY POTTER film) will appear in a WHO episode titled "Survivor." Her character
is the oldest person alive in the world who is being held by aliens in an abandoned version of London.
TOP SCIENCE FICTION NEWS STORIES:
To see what has been happening this week in science fiction, go to
News Page.
WHAT'S ON TONIGHT:
ON NETWORK OR CABLE TV:
6:00pm on UPN
Star Trek: Enterprise
Kir'Shara
Archer tries to unveil a revered artifact that could change Vulcan society.
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8:00pm on NBC
The Perfect Storm
Crewmen of the Andrea Gail encounter a ferocious storm. Based on the book by Sebastian Junger.
8:00pm on HBO
The Last Samurai
Captain Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) is regarded as an American hero from the Civil War, but the reality of his
experience leaves him embittered. Hired by the Japanese monarchy to instruct their troops in modern warfare,
Algren is subsequently captured by the rapidly disappearing Samurai -- a profound experience that leaves him
questioning his allegiance to the monarchy. Ken Watanabe stars as the Samurai leader who opens Algren's
eyes to a way of life that allows him one last chance to reconcile his past.
ON SCIFI:
6:00pm
The Beast
A fisherman and a Coast Guard lieutenant seek a sea monster terrorizing a seaside community.
9:00pm
Anonymous Rex
Based on the acclaimed series of novels by Eric Garcia about a secret society of dinosaurs' descendants that can
shape-shift into human form and live on Earth as everyday people. P.I. Vincent Rubio (Daniel Baldwin) is an evolved
Velociraptor. Deeply affected by the "accidental" death of his detective partner and addicted to the herb basil, he's
drawn into conspiracies that may provide an answer to his partner's untimely demise. Sam Trammell stars as
Rubio's new partner, another dinosaur living in human disguise. With Stephanie Lemelin, Isaac Hayes and Faye
Dunaway.
ON SYNDICATED TV THIS WEEKEND:
Andromeda
Part 1 of 2: The Weight
Upon discovering the truth of planet Seefra-1, Dylan must free its people and reunite his crew.
MacGyver
Friends
A birthday party inspires MacGyver to recall his adventures; guest Robin Curtis.
Mutant X
Presumed Guilty
Adam is framed for murdering Megan after encountering Marc Griffin.
Stargate SG-1
Part 1 of 2: Fallen
SG-1 must defeat Anubis' bid for domination of the galaxy.
The Twilight Zone
Cradle of Darkness; Night Route
A woman goes back in time to stop Hitler; a happy life derailed by speed demon.
BABYLON 5 CAST SIGHTINGS
Ranger Anne has sent along the following information regarding B5 cast members on the tube this week:
Lifetime is showing "Christmas in my Hometown," a 1996 TV-movie on Thursday (12/2) at 7pm ET. Melissa
Gilbert (our Anna Sheridan) plays a factory worker faced with being laid-off before Christmas. Tim
Matheson & Travis Tritt also star.
Gary Cole's 2nd turn as Mike Brady in "A Very Brady Sequel" (1996) airs on USA Tuesday (11/30) at 2pm ET.
His appearance in "Win a Date with Tad Hamilton!" shows up on Cinemax on Monday (11/29) at 12pm & 8pm ET
and Wednesday (12/1) at 10pm ET. Gary Cole made a brief appearance on THE WEST WING Wednesday.
He portrays the Vice President -- eager for recognition and seeking the highest CEO job in America.
Robert Foxworth (General Hague) appears as V'Las in Star Trek: Enterprise on Friday (12/3) at 8pm ET on
UPN. As Vulcan prepares for war, V'Las sends a commando team to eliminate Archer, T'Pol & T'Pau.Mo
And, of course, Bruce Boxleitner's "Snakehead Terror" reappears on SciFi on Saturday (12/4) at 3pm ET.
DISCUSSION TOPICS
There is so little on these days to watch, I wonder how people are filling their spare time. What do you enjoy watching – and why?
Do you like the range of CSI series? They are very well written – or do you go more for SMALLVILLE or LOST?
Send in your thoughts and comments to sgbruckner@aol.com and I will post them on the
Discussion Page for everyone to share and enjoy.
See what has come in so far. If you see an old topic you want to respond to, go right ahead. We enjoy hearing from
you.
RICHARD BIGGS MEMORIAL SHOW
Here's a date to put on your calendar -- Saturday, March 19, 2005. A few of Rick's friends are getting together
for a day of remembering their friend. The guest list for the day is:
Guests attending Breakfast & Afternoon:
Matthew Ashford (Days of Our Lives)
Bruce Boxleitner (Babylon 5, TRON)
Ricardo Antonio Chavira (Desperate Housewives)
Jerry Doyle (Babylon 5)
Mira Furlan (Babylon 5, Lost)
Melissa Gilbert (Little House on the Prairie)
Lisa Howard (Earth Final Conflict, Highlander)
Michael T. Weiss (The Pretender)
Afternoon Only:
Andreas Katsulas (Babylon 5, Star Trek)
Place: The event will be held at the Beverly Garland Hotel, 4222 Vineland Ave., N. Hollywood, CA 91602.
The schedule is as follows:
10am to 12pm
Celebrity - Buffet Breakfast
(Including made-to-order omelets)
1pm to 4pm
Autograph* Signings
All Proceeds to the family of Richard Biggs. To purchase tickets: Pay $100 for each breakfast ticket;
$25 for each afternoon autograph session. If both events are purchased the total cost is reduced to
$115, a $10 savings. Visit PayPal and enter email address Blkcat1067@ aol.com. When paying be
sure to enter email address so that we can send the ticket back.
For mailing checks, make checks payable to: Richard Biggs Memorial Show
1052 W. Alameda Avenue #350; Burbank, CA 91506
* Celebrities appear subject to work commitments. A charge will be made for autographs. ALL proceeds to
the family of Richard Biggs.
REMEMBERING RICHARD BIGGS
For those of you just coming to the site for the first time, this may be a shock, but Richard Biggs,
the wonderful Dr. Stephen Franklin on Babylon 5, died on May 24 of an brain anyerism. There are many
efforts underway to help with his two small children. Be sure to go to the
Richard Biggs Memorial Page for more information. Below are efforts by folks like Jason Carter.
BIGGS AND CARTER EXPERIENCES DVD
Copies of the BIGGS AND CARTER EXPERIENCES DVD are no available at
http://www.pipetap.com/dvd.htm. All proceeds from the sale of this DVD (which includes a personalized autograph
from Jason Carter) will be donated to the RJ & Hunter Biggs Educational Trust Fund.
Additional items have been donated to the fund raising efforts, please visit
http://www.biggsandcarter.com for new additions.
Jason and Donna would also like to thank everyone for their support and donations for the RJ & Hunter
Biggs Educational Trust Fund at this year's DragonCon event.
REMEMBERING TIM CHOATE
Tim Choate, the wonderful Zathras on Babylon 5, was killed when he was struck by a car while going
to a play rehearsal on his motorcycle. A memorial fund has been set up in lieu of flowers for Tim.
The address for the memorial fund is:
The Tim Choate Memorial Fund
P.O. Box 861355
Los Angeles, CA 90086
Proceeds will be placed in an educational trust for Flynn, who is 4 years old.
KEEPING UP WITH CAST AND CREW
STEPHEN AUSTIN: Stephen is taking his stand-up comedy routine on the road. Here is his schedule
for December.
Wed., December 15, 8:00pm
The HaHa Cafe
5010 Lankershim Blvd
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Tel: (818) 508-4995
Fri., Dec. 17th, 2004, 8pm
STAND-UP FOR IMPROV - THE CHRISTMAS SHOW
The WestEnd Theatre
Los Alamitos,CA
Call: 559-224-9800
December 18-19, 2004
CELEBRITY CHARITY EVENT
Lightspeed Fine Art The Sun and Sail Club
Lake Fortest, CA www.lightspeedfineart.com
BILL MUMY: Bill's band, The Jenerators will ROCK
IN THE NEW YEAR with Special Surprise Guest Stars
SATURDAY - December 31, 2004
RUSTY'S SURF RANCH on the Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, California
CALL RUSTY'S FOR DETAILS AND RESERVATIONS -
RESERVATIONS ARE RECOMMENDED
CALL 310-393-7437
The Jenators are: Bill Mumy, Gary Stockdale, David Jolliffe, Chris Ross
BEATA POZNIAK: Beata portrayed President Susanna Luchenko on Babylon 5. She is now featured
in the award winning "Freedom From Despair", a shocking documentary that reveals the true stories of
the Croatian People's struggle to overcome oppression from communist Yugoslavia and the 1990's fight
to save their war ravaged homeland. Narrated by John Savage (Summer of Sam) with voice-overs by Michael
York (The Omega Code) and edgy Polish actress Beata Pozniak (The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones:
Adventures in the Secret Service). More info: www.freedomfromdespair.com.
MIRA FURLAN ON LOST: Mira Furlan (Delenn) has been cast as a recurring character on LOST named
Danielle Rousseau. Her first episode will be "Solitary" which will probably air on November 17th. She joins
DANIEL DAE KIM (Lt. Matheson from Crusade) on LOST.
"Disi duboko" ("Take a Deep Breath") the film that Mira Furlan shot in Belgrade during the summer of 2003 is
going to be aired at the Serbian Film Festival in Sydney, Melbourne & Perth, Australia. For more information,
go to http://www.serbianfilmfestival.org.au/.
STEPHEN AUSTIN:Stephen Austin, the wonderful Pak'Ma'Ra Ambassador of Babylon 5 has safely
returned from his tour of the Middle East to entertain troops there.
Here is a link where you can see more of Stephen's tour of Afghanistan and other ports of call
in the Middle East.
SPECIAL CAST ACTIVITIES: To learn more about what cast members are doing away from the tube,
go to CAST ACTIVITIES page.
PENNY LANE AND PAT TALLMAN
Each year, Pat Tallman tries to bring a little laughter and hope to children at the PENNY LANE
facility. Patty's BE A SANTA program gathers games, gifts and money to make this happen.Pat
wants to again make sure that every child at the PENNY LANE receives a Christmas gift. Please
go to The Galactic Gateway for more details.
You can help Pat make the holiday very special for these kids in need.
BABYLON 5 BIRTHDAYS
Mary Woronov (Kka'Dath) - December 8
Sarah Douglas (Jha'Dur) - December 12
Kim Holly - December 25
Dark Hoffman - December 28
John C. Flinn III - December 28
Have I missed anyone? If you know the birthday of someone connected with Babylon 5,
pass the information along. We want to include everyone in our Happy Birthday Wishes.
NEW VIDEOS COMING
CARNIVALE: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON
Winner of Five Emmy Awards
Carnivàle: The Complete First Season
Arrives Exclusively on DVD from HBO Video, December 7, 2004
Additional DVD Content Includes “Making of Carnivàle” Featurette and Audio Commentary Featuring Creator
Dan Knauf, Executive Producer Howard Klein and Directors Rodrigo Garcia and Jeremy Podeswa
For more information about this wonderful series, go to
http://www.hbo.com/carnivale/. Season two begins on January 9 at 9:00pm
For more information and trailers from The WB to watch, go to the
Carnivale Page.
THE MATRIX COLLECTION
MATRIX lovers! Your perfect Christmas gift will arrive on December 7.
With Over 35 Hours of Extras Highlighted by Five All-New DVDs Featuring Never-Before-Seen Bonus Materials
Including Over 100 New Featurettes, New Commentaries, Enter The Matrix Videogame Footage and More!
For video clips from Warner Bros, go to The Matrix
CRUSADE DVD - COMING DECEMBER 7
Warner Bros Home Video has announced that the Babylon 5 spinoff, Crusade will hit DVD on
December 7. The series stars Peter Woodward, Gary Cole, Marjean Holden, Tracy Scoggins,
Daniel Dae Kim, David Allen Brooks and Carrie Dobro. This 13 episode series (576 mins)
will be released in a 4 disc set, and carries a suggested price of $59.98 US. It'll contain
an English Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track, along with English, French and Spanish subtitles.
The video will be presented in the original aspect ratio: 1.33:1. We have little information
on the special features, just that there will be audio commentaries and a documentary.
For those of you not familiar with CRUSADE, here is a synopsis of the plot:
In 2267 the Earth is quarantined, having been infected with a deadly plague by an attacking
alien force. Scientists estimate that it will kill every inhabitant within 5 years, not nearly
enough time for a cure to be developed. So the planet's only hope lies with the Excalibur, an
advanced prototype starship sent out to search ancient alien ruins for their former inhabitant's
secrets, hoping that somewhere out there a cure can be found.
For more information on the BABYLON 5 and CRUSADE DVDs, go to
Babylon 5 DVDs Page.
CLASSIC VIDEO AVAILABLE - THX 1138
On September 14, Warner Bros released to DVD - THX-1138. Made in 1971, THX 1138 marked the
stunning debut of one of the screen's most innovative filmmakers and was produced by Francis Ford
Coppola and his revolutionary American Zoetrope studios. Produced at the height of the American
independent movement, THX 1138 stars Robert Duvall in a thought-provoking and visually rich
exploration of a theme that would repeat itself throughout Lucas's career: One man's quest to realize
his own potential amid an oppressive society.
For more information about the film, click on
THX-1138 Press Release. Warner Bros has provided a number of video clips for your enjoyment -- in a
variety of formats to suit whatever connection you have to the internet.
STARGATE SG-1 - SEASON 7 AVAILABLE NOW
Some of the DVD Features:
22 episodes on five discs: Fallen, Homecoming, Fragile Balance, Orpheus, Revisions, Lifeboat, Enemy Mine, Space
Race, Avenger 2.0, Birthright, Evolution Part 1, Evolution Part 2, Grace, Heroes Part 1, Heroes Part 2, Fallout, Death
Knell, Resurrection, Chimera, Inauguration, Lost City Part 1, Lost City Part 2
Commentaries for each episode by the directors, cast, and crew
SG-1 Director's Series featurettes: Fragile Balance, Space Race, Avenger 2.0, Death Knell, Lost City
SG-1 Beyond the Gate featurettes: Michael Shanks, Christopher Judge, Richard Dean Anderson, Amanda Tapping
Photo galleries
Fan club spot
Limited-time offer: bonus disc with two featurettes related to the new series Stargate Atlantis
BABYLON 5 INTERVIEWS ON VIDEO
Ranger Mark was Dragon-Con's OFFICIAL videographer for 1998 and 1999. He has pulled together a series
of interviews from various conventions over the past 10 years available and they are now available on e-bay.
This includes footage from Dragon-Con with Peter Jurasik hosting the Dawn Look a Like Contest , and 2 panels
of the B5ers, one all women the other the men. There is now a 2-hour tape devoted to BABYLON 5 cast members,
including two interviews with the late Richard Biggs.
For those of us who have enjoyed going to DragonCon over the last few years, these tapes will be especially
enjoyable. They will bring back memories -- that can be shared.
SCIENCE FICTION PUBLICATIONS
Expose Special #27: This 100-page yearbook takes a look back at the past year of science fiction and fantasy.
LORD OF THE RINGS, ANGEL, LOST, CHARMED -- all this and more in this issue.
Cult Times #111: STARGATE SG-1 - Amanda Tapping (Col. Carter) gives us the scoop on the remainder
of season eight. STARGATE Executive producer Brad Wright talks about handling both SG-1 and ATLANTIS.
CHARMED executive producer, Brad Kern, discusses the ups and downs of the new, seventh, season of the
mystical show
Starburst #318: BLADE: TRINITY - The man behind the Blade movies, David Goyer, talks about the
challenges involved in writing and directing the unholy Vampire trinity. Sir Sean Connery talks about the
role of the greatest secret agent ever, as well as taking a look back at his recent work in The League of
Extraordinary Gentlemen. ANDROMEDA's Kevin Sorbo gives a tour of the show’s new set and you'll find
out how he feels about being a man of action.
TV Zone #183: With BATTLESTAR GALACTICA coming to SCIFI in January, this issue has an interview
with Jamie Bamber, the new Captain Apollo. Bamber talks about his approach to keeping the fleet safe from the
Cylons, and how his off-screen relationship with lead Edward James Olmos is a little happier than his character’s
strained relations with his father. You'll also find articles on FARSCAPE, ANDROMEDA and SPACE ODYSSEY.
Expose #90: JOAN OF ARCADIA: JOAN's Amber Tamblyn lets everyone in on her views on religion, success and
politics… and how they can combine to make life an obstacle course. Also featured in this issue, articles on LOST,
DEAD LIKE ME and CHARMED.
StarLog: The current issue of STARLOG has a great feature about the latest FARSCAPE:
PEACEKEEPER WARS. You'll also find a wonderful article on Richard Biggs -- our beloved Dr.
Stephen Franklin. There are some great pictures as well.
TV Zone Special #60: Claudia Black talks about returning to FARSCAPE -- and her guest role in
Season 8 of STARGATE SG-1. The Year in TV Zone -- Extensive 12-page review of the highs and lows from
the world of Cult Television, looking back on the past year of TV Zone…
Starburst Special #66: In this issue, Mandy Patinkin talks about his role as Rube, the leader of the somewhat-
less-than-grim band of Reapers from DEAD LIKE ME. Neil Gaiman, author of the SANDMAN stories turns director and
talks about bringing his newest project, Death – The High Cost of Living to the big screen. And more from the land
of the living, Atlantis star Rachel Luttrell tells us about developing her role as a feisty freedom fighter battling vampiric
creatures in the new series.
Dreamwatch USA #4: The U.S. edition: This month you will find interviews with Tru Calling star Eliza Dushku,
taking a look at the sequel to The Mask, Son of The Mask, and stepping aboard the final Stargate SG-1 mission
of season eight! Plus, all the latest from your favorite TV shows!
Smallville Issue #3: In Smallville Magazine this month we are joined by everyone's favorite girl next door, Lana Lang!
Actress Kristin Kreuk will be telling us all about life, love, and Smallville. In the latest edition of The Torch we'll be
keeping you up-to-date with the most up-to-the-minute Smallville news. We'll be unearthing the dark secrets of LuthorCorp
and John Glover reveals how Lionel Luthor is coping with life behind bars! Plus there's a free, gorgeous Lana Lang poster!
(Titan) (CAUT: 4)
Stargate Issue #1: This is the launch of Stargate SG-1 the official magazine! Follow the missions, exploits, and
adventures of the U.S. Air Force special operations team SG-1. In the first issue we'll have exclusive interviews
with cast and crew, tour the set, and learn the secrets behind the special effects! Plus, get the inside story on
Season 8 and meet the Stargate: Atlantis team! (Titan) (CAUT: 4)
Magazine, 68pgs, FC..........$6.99
NEW IN BOOK STORES
SMALLVILLE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 2 TP
Packed with exclusive interviews with Tom Welling (Clark Kent), Kristin Kreuk (Lana Lang) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex
Luthor), plus unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, a complete episode guide, and insights into the world of Smallville,
with excerpts from the town newspaper and even a look at the mysterious LexCorp, this authorized companion reveals
everything fans need to know about the hit WB television series, Smallville.
BABYLON 5 MERCHANDISE
Are you looking for Babylon 5 merchandise? Would you like to possess some of the wonderful patches or
pins sold by the B5 Fan Club? Do you want to put in an order for the latest DVD? Bruce at Uncomyn Gifts
still has one of the best collections around. Check out www.uncomyngifts.com.
You may just find the magazine or t-shirt or patch you are looking for.
BABYLON 5 NOVELS
DelRey is reprinting the original Babylon 5 novels.
They started with #7 - Jeanne Cavelos' THE SHADOW WITHIN. Here's one I've been waiting for -- Kathryn
Drennan's TO DREAM IN THE CITY OF SORROWS. The release date is scheduled for July 29, 2003. I love
the new cover art! It can be pre-ordered from
www.amazon.com. For those of you who love Babylon 5, this one reads just like an episode from the series. You just can't
put it down.
TRADING CARDS
STARGATE SG-1 SEASON 7 CARDS
This 72-card base set features three cards per episode for each of the 22 Season 7 episodes. Signers include
Christopher Judge, Teryl Rothery, Don Davis, Jolene Blalock, Anna Louise Plowman, William Devane, Robert
Picardo, and more! Also available is the official album, custom-designed to store the entire collection, including
plastic pages, bonus promo card, and an exclusive autograph card. 5 cards per pack. 40 packs per box.
BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: SPIKE COMPLETE STORY PREMIUM CARDS, ALBUM & MINI PRESS SHEET
Inkworks announces the first ever Buffy/Angel cross-over trading card series: Spike: The Complete Story. For
the first time, we'll be able to tell the complete story of how “William the Bloody” evolved into fan-favorite
Spike! The 72-card series features “Becoming Spike,” the sequential story as told throughout the seasons of
Buffy and Angel; “Ladies' Man,” “Bloody Pains,” and “Spike Speak.” Autograph cards by James Marsters and
others to be announced, nine-card puzzle “Heart & Soul” featuring original painted artwork by renowned fantasy
artist Boris Vallejo, six-card “Spike + Buffy” - the love/hate/love story fans crave! Plus two special Pieceworks
cards featuring the infamous leather coat Spike wore throughout the Buffy and Angel series - one card
commemorating the Buffy series, and one card commemorating the Angel series! A special card featuring
the original painting and individually autographed by Boris Vallejo is randomly inserted into the packs. Also
available is the collector's album and the "Heart & Soul" uncut mini-press sheet! 6 cards per pack. 36 packs
per box.
COMIC BOOKS
STARGATESTARGATE SG-1: DANIEL'S SONG #1
Written by James Anthony, art by Jorge Correa, cover by Lucio Rubira.
The SG1 team discovers an ancient alien device that promises to bring "peace to the past." While attempting to
decipher its glyphs a sudden electrical discharge engulfs and throws Daniel unconscious to the ground. He wakes
on Abydos to find Skaa'ra and Sha're are still alive and free of Goa'uld possession. Somehow he has been transported
into the past before the arrival of Apophis and has been given another chance to save his wife and the people of Abydos.
Determined not to make the same mistakes again Daniel prepares an ambush for the System Lord in an attempt to
change the outcome of this pivotal moment in his life. When the Goa'uld arrive he springs the trap but is not prepared
for the unexpected consequences. Is this a chance for Daniel to right a wrong in his past or will his interference cause
of series of events that will shake the very fabric of time? Available in regular, photo, wraparound, and a special
Glow-in-the-Dark cover that is limited to 1000 copies.
STARGATE SG-1: FALL OF ROME #2 TEAM PHOTO
Written by James Anthony, art by Jorge Correa.
The whole team is here for this special new photo cover! SG1 comes face to face with the banished System Lord
Mars and discovers an incredible buried secret. Lost for over 2000 years without a suitable host, the Goa'uld exiles
created an entire race of cybernetic creatures to do their bidding. Now this scorned god plans to lead an army of
robotic Centurions through the rediscovered Stargate and lay ruin to Rome and beyond. Limited to 1,000 copies.
STARGATE SG-1: ARIS BOCH #1 DREADED SERPENTS
Written by James Anthony, art and cover by Jorge Correa.
Jorge Correa unleashes this deadly new cover featuring the dreaded Serpent Guard! The SG1 team stumbles upon
the aftermath of a firefight between rival System Lords and the self proclaimed greatest bounty hunter in the universe,
Aris Boch. Wounded and in need of assistance the sarcastic mercenary returns to the SGC with the team and offers
them an intriguing trade proposition. If they will ambush the envoy of Cronus and obtain the drug he needs to stay
alive, he will give them a DNA sample of his Goa¹uld resistant blood. With the prospect of eliminating human Goa'uld
host possession forever, the team undertakes the risky mission. Will Boch keep his end of the bargain or is he plotting
to cash in on the hefty bounty for SG1¹s lives? Limited to 1,000 copies.
STARGATE SG-1: FALL OF ROME #1 ROYAL BLUE
Written by James Anthony, art by Jorge Correa.
Avatar's latest super-premium royal blue! The SG1 team finds a vo'cume device that reveals the story of an
ancient Roman Goa'uld that assumed the guise of Mars, god of war. When activated, the team learns the
treachery laden fate of one of the most powerful and ambitious System Lords ever. Join Jack O'Neill,
Samantha Carter, Daniel Jackson, and Teal'c as they discover that Rome wasn't built in a day, but it
could be destroyed in one. This ultra-rare edition is limited to just 100 copies. Each copy ships with a
certificate of authenticity and in a special protective holder.
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #514
Amazing Spider-Man #514 will arrive in stores on Wednesday from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by J.
Michael Straczynski, with art and cover by Mike Deodaot.
Here's how Marvel describes the issue:
"'Sins Past,' part 6 of 6. All is revealed in the pulse-pounding conclusion to 'Sins Past.'"
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #517
Written by J. Michael Straczynski, penciled by Mike Deodato and Mark Brooks, cover by Gary Frank.
"Skin Deep," part 3 of 4. When a former classmate of Peter Parker's is caught in a horrific experiment, he blames
Peter for the resulting transformation...But is Peter to blame? And how will Peter react when someone targets his
personal life instead of Spider-Man's life, for a change?
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Feb. 23.
STRANGE
Written by J. Michael Straczynski and Sara (Samm) Barnes, pencils and cover by Brandon Peterson.
The Master of the Mystic Arts is back -- as only J. Michael Straczynski and artist Brandon Peterson could envision
him. In this issue, Stephen Strange at last learns what the Ancient One has planned for him.
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on Feb. 16.
SUPREME POWER #15
Written by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils and cover by Gary Frank.
What does the most powerful being on the planet do when he finds out he's been manipulated and that his whole
life is practically a lie? How will Hyperion react -- and what does that mean for the rest of humanity--and the
government that's organized these deceitful machinations? Another pulse-pounding issue from the architects of
the Supremeverse!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on Feb. 2.
JMS COMIC BOOKS: For a listing of current comic books written by J. Michael Straczynski, go to
COMIC BOOK page. There is a brief
synopsis of the book and a date when publication is expected.
12/05/2004 01:00 AM FARSCAPE MY THREE CHRICHTONS
12/09/2004 03:00 AM FARSCAPE DURKA RETURNS
12/09/2004 04:00 AM FARSCAPE A HUMAN REACTION
12/09/2004 05:00 AM FARSCAPE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS
12/12/2004 01:00 AM FARSCAPE BEWARE OF DOG
BABYLON 5/CRUSADE PHOTOSHOP PHOTOS
You do NOT have to pay the prices asked for over at e-bay! Here are photos of B5 and Crusade cast members at
fantastic prices. Check out Photo Shop. Ordering is easy -- and you can't
beat the prices! Just let me know which photos you want and I'll check to make sure they are still in stock.
BABYLON 5 TOONS
John Cook has a wonderful collection of cartoons -- many are take-offs from Babylon 5. Here's just
one of them.
He has a cartoon caption contest going on as well. Try your hand at a punch line.
While catching up on my e-mail yesterday morning, I got an instant message from LFMOA along with
a nice goodie that I can share with readers. Thanks for sending along your version of Pinky and the B5 Brain.
Tye Bourdony's latest Lighter Side of Sci-Fi satire can be seen here and at Tye's website
www.thelightersideofscifi.com.
CONVENTION CALENDAR
January 14-16, 2005
THE ONE RING CELEBRATION
Presented in association with TheOneRing.net
City: Pasadena, CA
Place: Pasadena Center, 300 E. Green St.
Guests: Tons of stars from Lord of the Rings
For more information, visit the website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/one_ring.htm
January 21-23, 2005
OFFICIAL XENA CONVENTION: THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Place: Burbank Airport Hilton and Towers, 2500 Hollywood Way
City: Burbank, CA
Guests: LUCY LAWLESS (Xena) Saturday; RENEE O'CONNOR(Gabrielle) Saturday; HUDSON LEICK (Callisto) Saturday;
CLAIRE STANSFIELD (Alti) Sunday and many, many more
For more information, visit the website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/xebur.htm
February 2-4, 2005
THE OFFICIAL STARGATE SG-1 and STARGATE: ATLANTIS CONVENTION
Place: Sheraton National Hotel, 900 South Orme St.
City: Arlington, VA
Guests: Michael Shanks, Christoper Judge, Don Davis, Teryl Rothery, Peter Williams
For more information, visit the Creation Entertainment website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/sgva.htm
February 11-13, 2005
Farpoint
Place: Hunt Valley, MD (near Baltimore)
Guests include: Jeffrey Combs, Kathy Garver, Bob Bergen, Tony Amendola,
David Franklin, Wayne Pygram
For more information, visit their website at
http://www.bcpl.net/~wilsonr/farpoint.html.
February 18-20, 2005
VisionCon 2005
Place: Springfield, Missouri
B5 Guest: Mira Furlan
For more information, visit their website at
http://www.visioncon.net/Welcome.htm.
February 25-27, 2005
THE OFFICIAL STARGATE SG-1 and STARGATE: ATLANTIS CONVENTION
Place: Hilton DFW Lakes, 1800 Hwy. 26 E.
City: Grapevine, TX. (near Dallas)
Guests: Michael Shanks, Christoper Judge, Don Davis, Teryl Rothery, Peter Williams
For more information, visit the Creation Entertainment website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/sgtx.htm
March 11-13, 2005
Grand Slam XIII - The Sci-Fi Summit
City: PASADENA, CA
Place: Pasadena Center, 300 E. Green St.
Guests: Stars from Star Trek, Stargate, Firefly and more
For more information, visit the Creation Entertainment website at
http://www.creationent.com/cal/stgs.htm
March 19, 2005
Richard Biggs Memorial Show
Place: Beverly Garland Hotel, 4222 Vineland Ave., N. Hollywood, CA 91602
Guests: Matthew Ashford (Days of Our Lives); Bruce Boxleitner (Babylon 5, TRON); Ricardo Antonio
Chavira (Desperate Housewives); Jerry Doyle (Babylon 5); Mira Furlan (Babylon 5, Lost); Melissa Gilbert
(Babylon 5, Little House on the Prairie), Lisa Howard (Earth Final Conflict, Highlander), Michael T. Weiss
(The Pretender); Afternoon Only: Andreas Katsulas (Babylon 5, Star Trek)
Be sure to visit the referenced sites to see if there have been changes in dates/guests attending. Visit our
Convention Calendar for a full listing of upcoming conventions.
MAIL FOR CAST AND CREW
Here's a recent note from JMS on the subject:
Just an FYI to those who've been using the Ventura Blvd. mail drop for fan mail
to actors....
As mentioned before, we're phasing out the forwarding of fan mail because we a)
don't have the resources, complicated by b) the actors have scattered to the
four winds, and it makes it very difficult to get everything to everybody in a
timely fashion.
So, having provided prior notice...fan mail to actors coming to the Ventura
Blvd. mail drop will be sent back. Mail to actors should be sent via their
official fan clubs. I will still be taking mail there, since it's my mailbox,
but that's it.
Just so's y'all know and save a few bucks on postage and returns.
WARNER BROS:
Warner Bros. Address:
Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution
4000 Warner Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91522
Warner Home Video:
Mr. Douglas Wadleigh
VP for Marketing and Special Features
Warner Bros.
4000 Warner Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91522
BACK ISSUES OF THE ZOCALO TODAY
The front page of the The Zocalo Today changes daily, so be sure to check the
back issues to make sure that you haven't missed anything IMPORTANT! I don't want the front page getting too
long so I shift information periodically into the archives. So if you aren't a regular visitor to The Zocalo Today, be sure
to check out the back issues. Just use the button above!
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Here's a date to put on your calendar -- Saturday, March 19, 2005. A few of Rick's friends are getting together
for a day of remembering their friend. The guest list for the day is:
For those of you just coming to the site for the first time, this may be a shock, but Richard Biggs,
the wonderful Dr. Stephen Franklin on Babylon 5, died on May 24 of an brain anyerism. There are many
efforts underway to help with his two small children. Be sure to go to the 
Tim Choate, the wonderful Zathras on Babylon 5, was killed when he was struck by a car while going
to a play rehearsal on his motorcycle. A memorial fund has been set up in lieu of flowers for Tim.
The address for the memorial fund is:
STEPHEN AUSTIN:Stephen Austin, the wonderful Pak'Ma'Ra Ambassador of Babylon 5 has safely
returned from his tour of the Middle East to entertain troops there. 
Mary Woronov (Kka'Dath) - December 8
Winner of Five Emmy Awards 
Warner Bros Home Video has announced that the Babylon 5 spinoff, Crusade will hit DVD on
December 7. The series stars Peter Woodward, Gary Cole, Marjean Holden, Tracy Scoggins,
Daniel Dae Kim, David Allen Brooks and Carrie Dobro. This 13 episode series (576 mins)
will be released in a 4 disc set, and carries a suggested price of $59.98 US. It'll contain
an English Dolby Digital 5.1 audio track, along with English, French and Spanish subtitles.
The video will be presented in the original aspect ratio: 1.33:1. We have little information
on the special features, just that there will be audio commentaries and a documentary.
Some of the DVD Features: 
Expose Special #27: This 100-page yearbook takes a look back at the past year of science fiction and fantasy.
LORD OF THE RINGS, ANGEL, LOST, CHARMED -- all this and more in this issue.
Cult Times #111: STARGATE SG-1 - Amanda Tapping (Col. Carter) gives us the scoop on the remainder
of season eight. STARGATE Executive producer Brad Wright talks about handling both SG-1 and ATLANTIS.
CHARMED executive producer, Brad Kern, discusses the ups and downs of the new, seventh, season of the
mystical show 
Starburst #318: BLADE: TRINITY - The man behind the Blade movies, David Goyer, talks about the
challenges involved in writing and directing the unholy Vampire trinity. Sir Sean Connery talks about the
role of the greatest secret agent ever, as well as taking a look back at his recent work in The League of
Extraordinary Gentlemen. ANDROMEDA's Kevin Sorbo gives a tour of the show’s new set and you'll find
out how he feels about being a man of action.
TV Zone #183: With BATTLESTAR GALACTICA coming to SCIFI in January, this issue has an interview
with Jamie Bamber, the new Captain Apollo. Bamber talks about his approach to keeping the fleet safe from the
Cylons, and how his off-screen relationship with lead Edward James Olmos is a little happier than his character’s
strained relations with his father. You'll also find articles on FARSCAPE, ANDROMEDA and SPACE ODYSSEY.
Expose #90: JOAN OF ARCADIA: JOAN's Amber Tamblyn lets everyone in on her views on religion, success and
politics… and how they can combine to make life an obstacle course. Also featured in this issue, articles on LOST,
DEAD LIKE ME and CHARMED.
StarLog: The current issue of STARLOG has a great feature about the latest FARSCAPE:
PEACEKEEPER WARS. You'll also find a wonderful article on Richard Biggs -- our beloved Dr.
Stephen Franklin. There are some great pictures as well.
TV Zone Special #60: Claudia Black talks about returning to FARSCAPE -- and her guest role in
Season 8 of STARGATE SG-1. The Year in TV Zone -- Extensive 12-page review of the highs and lows from
the world of Cult Television, looking back on the past year of TV Zone…
Starburst Special #66: In this issue, Mandy Patinkin talks about his role as Rube, the leader of the somewhat-
less-than-grim band of Reapers from DEAD LIKE ME. Neil Gaiman, author of the SANDMAN stories turns director and
talks about bringing his newest project, Death – The High Cost of Living to the big screen. And more from the land
of the living, Atlantis star Rachel Luttrell tells us about developing her role as a feisty freedom fighter battling vampiric
creatures in the new series.
Dreamwatch USA #4: The U.S. edition: This month you will find interviews with Tru Calling star Eliza Dushku,
taking a look at the sequel to The Mask, Son of The Mask, and stepping aboard the final Stargate SG-1 mission
of season eight! Plus, all the latest from your favorite TV shows! 
Smallville Issue #3: In Smallville Magazine this month we are joined by everyone's favorite girl next door, Lana Lang!
Actress Kristin Kreuk will be telling us all about life, love, and Smallville. In the latest edition of The Torch we'll be
keeping you up-to-date with the most up-to-the-minute Smallville news. We'll be unearthing the dark secrets of LuthorCorp
and John Glover reveals how Lionel Luthor is coping with life behind bars! Plus there's a free, gorgeous Lana Lang poster!
(Titan) (CAUT: 4)
Stargate Issue #1: This is the launch of Stargate SG-1 the official magazine! Follow the missions, exploits, and
adventures of the U.S. Air Force special operations team SG-1. In the first issue we'll have exclusive interviews
with cast and crew, tour the set, and learn the secrets behind the special effects! Plus, get the inside story on
Season 8 and meet the Stargate: Atlantis team! (Titan) (CAUT: 4)
SMALLVILLE OFFICIAL COMPANION SEASON 2 TP
STARGATE SG-1 SEASON 7 CARDS 
BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: SPIKE COMPLETE STORY PREMIUM CARDS, ALBUM & MINI PRESS SHEET 
STARGATE SG-1: DANIEL'S SONG #1 
STARGATE SG-1: FALL OF ROME #2 TEAM PHOTO 
STARGATE SG-1: ARIS BOCH #1 DREADED SERPENTS 
STARGATE SG-1: FALL OF ROME #1 ROYAL BLUE 
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #514
AMAZING SPIDERMAN #517
STRANGE
SUPREME POWER #15 
While catching up on my e-mail yesterday morning, I got an instant message from LFMOA along with
a nice goodie that I can share with readers. Thanks for sending along your version of Pinky and the B5 Brain.
Tye Bourdony's latest Lighter Side of Sci-Fi satire can be seen here and at Tye's website
www.thelightersideofscifi.com.