Image by Rob Osborne
Saturday, 8:00 am – 9:45 am
Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
Sunday, 8:00 am – 9:45 am
Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
We will be teaching the ancient Steampunk art of Yoga. Okay, that’s not actually true. But there will be yoga going on, and if you do yoga, you’re cordially invited to join us!
Sunday, 10:30am – Noon
Portable Daffodil Cafe (Radisson)
Want to grab brunch with world-famous Steampunk performers who also happen to be certifiably insane? …you do? Why would you want to do that? Well, nevermind, it’s your event, do what you want! Come meet the amazing Army of Broken Toys, Steamcrunk crew extraordinaire, and talk to them about art and music and life and being sleepless and silly on a Sunday morning! Food will be available for purchase.
Gaming makes pretty much everything better. Join the talented crew of Foambrain Games for all manner of open gaming, running all weekend long. Meet fellow gamers and defeat them in deadly combat involving cardboard!
Meet Babs Who Takes Pictures: SPWF’s Official Photographer
Many of you know Babs Daniels from her awesome photography at previous World’s Fairs, and many other events, steampunk and otherwise. She’s an amazing photographer and will be all over the Fair this year. Email babs@babetted.com for a shooting session or browse her galleries. She can also be found on Facebook.
Babs will be holding a special Kids’ Photo Session on Sunday.
Samples of Babs’ work:
Presented by Brett King
Sunday, Noon – 1:00 pm
Boardroom A (Radisson)
Come see the amazing Aetherologist, an automaton designed to analyze the aether to gather and spread information across the world. We will also discuss the secrets of building such a machine.
Brett King is an avid maker and award-winning steampunk costumer whose interests span gaming, steampunk, and muscle cars. He is the Maker programming director for ConTemporal in Raleigh, NC, and the co-organizer for Punky Steamers, a local steampunk group.
Sneak peek!
Jeff Cleve, also known as Professor Jeff, may be the worlds only Steampunk puppeteer.
He has created a Steampunk “Punch and Judy” show called (what else) “SteamPunch.” He is also working on a few surprises he hopes to share at the Steampunk World’s Fair.
Look for Professor Jeff at The Goblin Market, and wherever else he pops up.
CJ Henderson, creator of the Brooklyn Knight supernatural investigator series, and author of Steam-Powered Love, has written some 70 books and/or novels in his time, as well as hundreds and hundreds of short stories and comics along with thousands of non-fiction pieces. He has received acclaim for his short stories and detective novels.
He has been recognized as “Best Newcomer of the Year” by The Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Motion Pictures, he has also received an award for “Best Short Fiction of 1997″ by The Academy of Adventure Gaming Arts and Design, as well as “Year’s Best Horror Honorable Mention” from Ellen Datlow. His work is described as “old-fashioned, high-octane, hair-on-the-chest, don’t-stop-for-a-breath storytelling, violent, unapologetic and passionate” (Drood Review).
This legendary wordsmith, this gracious humanitarian, the man about whom Rolling Stone said “Who?” invites you to learn more about him at www.cjhenderson.com and to enjoy his company at our wonderful gathering. Those who bring him bacon or fine cigarsmay just make a friend for life.
Hosted by Sound Enjoyment
Friday, 11; 30 pm – Saturday, 3:00 am
Saturday, 11:30 pm – Sunday, 3:00 am
The Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
We will be providing background music from some of your favorite songs, while you add your voice to complete the scene! Here’s where it gets fun …
You can rewrite the song as you see fit. Make it bawdy,
crude, sensual, or just funny as hell !
Please feel free to contact me (Text to 856 – 220 –1213) to see if I have the music for a certain song; if I don’t, I MAY be able to buy it !
Bring your voice, your thirst, your attitude!
Whatever happens next – we will not be held responsible for!
“Learn to dance like a pro just in time for this year’s Centennial Exhibition Ball!”
The waltz, perhaps the most famous partner dance even today, was invented in Southern Germany and Austria at the turn of the 18th century and was still popularly danced in ballrooms up to the Victorian Era. A gliding, revolving dance described as “reflecting the rhythms of the Industrial Revolution (the turning of the steam engine)” by Dancetime Publications,
The waltz is a necessary skill for any cultured lady or gentleman. Come learn to glide across the dance floor in an elegant fashion, turn like a princess, and charm your dance partner with your dancing skills and etiquette at the Ballroom Dance Workshop with Carly and Julia O’Connell.
Carly and Julia are Bronze/Silver-level competitive Ballroom dancers from the College of William and Mary Ballroom Dance Club and long-time attendees of Jeff Mach Events. They invite men and women of all levels of experience (and inexperience!) to come learn the basics of this timeless dance in a low-key, let’s-just-have-fun-with-it environment.
Presented and exhibited by Denny Daniel
Come and discover some strange and wonderful contraptions that actually existed in the Victorian era at The Museum of Interesting Things‘ Eureka Show!
Exploring the industrial revolution and mechanical era, with interactive demonstrations of such items as the steam engine, Thomas Edison cylinder phonograph, windup toys, mechanical/gear based household items such as butter churns and apple peelers and even some penny arcade items like a penny arcade movie machine called a mutoscope.
Saturday, 3: 00 am – 8:00 am
Sunday, 3:00 am – 8:00 am
The Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
While away the wee hours of the night in the Circuit Six Game Parlour. Tali & Mercy welcome you to their little corner of the Faire where, for a while, you can lose yourself in a game or two. We have boardgames and card games aplenty, and we will gladly introduce you to the ones you don’t know. For the winners of each game we will Cry the Forfeits at dawn, and each winner can pick a forfeit from the crowd before we go our merry ways.
Saturday, 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Embassy Stage (Embassy)
Join Wyck, James Moore and other Celebrity Guests as they compete in this oft-hilarious improvisional storytelling.
“The Extraordinary Adventures Of Baron Munchausen” was described by BoardGameGeek.com as ‘This not-quite-a-role-playing-game requires players to sit around telling fantastic (but completely true!) stories. Players may attempt to trip up another player’s story by wagering a token (“But the Prussian Army had dissolved by that time, m’lord, so you could not have possibly fought it single-handedly”), whereas the storyteller must counter with another token (and an excuse) or swallow their pride and incorporate it into their story (with another excuse). There are also a few, minor details, mostly used to get boring storytellers to stop. The game is won after each player has told one story. Each player, in turn, gives *all* their tokens to another player they believe has told the best story–so collecting the most tokens doesn’t make you the winner, it makes you be able to choose the winner. Of course, the best story-telling wins the game.’
Please find here some (very wobbly) video showing Vladimir Snape taking the victory at the 2012 Wicked Faire.
Saturday, 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Embassy Stage (Embassy)
Remember the beautiful insanity of “Who’s Line Is It, Anyways?” and how even the simplest of prompts could create a laughter explosion? Well, your hosts, Mr. Saturday & Sixpence, Mentalist & Mime for Hire, have decided to Steampunk it up, kick up the wildness (and kick out the kids), add perhaps some drunken stupor into the mix along with some of the World’s Fair prime guests as the cast, and throw this deliciously-crazy cocktail back into your face! Trust us when we say you won’t want to miss this late night event that will make you fall right out of your chair! We know Dr. Grymm and Wyck will be there to,o and you can expect some other special guest appearances!
Friday, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Boardroom A (Radisson)
hosted by: Bloody Harry Hathaway
sponsored by:Terrible Mischief Studios & Temporal Outfitters
Calling all Aeronauts! This news brief is to announce an unprecedented event in the history of the Steampunk Worlds Fair! A COSTUME CONTEST like no other… the Steampunk World’s Fair Skypirate Muster, hosted by the infamous Bloody Harry Hathaway, Scourge of the Airways! Finally, a costume contest for Aeronauts of every stripe. Go On the Account and fly your colors!
The Skypirate Muster is an homage to the great age of airship- travel that never was. It’s a chance to bring to life those heroes and villains of fantasy and pulp. We’d love to see contestants show off their interpretation of a Steampunk or Dieselpunk Skypirate, and extra attention will be given to contestants who make or mod their own costumes, props and equipment.
The contest is open to, but not exclusive of:
Skypirates
Aviators
Airship Captains
Air Privateers
Smugglers
Freebooters
Soldiers of Fortune
Aero- Explorers
Bounty Hunters
Fighter Aces
Science Pirates
Format:
Skypirates who enter the contest will be asked on stage to show off their costumes, props and equipment, and will be afforded the opportunity to give a brief description of their persona and/ or their garb and gear. Contestants will be judged in three categories;
Prizes:
The winner in each category will receive a Medal for their efforts in promoting Air Piracy around the globe. These medals were looted… er, that is, donated by the talented artisans at Terrible Mischief Design Studios. Have a look at the amazing (and eminently affordable) items available on their online store here: www.terriblemischiefstudios.com
Anyone looking to round out their piratical outfit would do well to look at the offerings here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/TemporalOutfitters
Registration:
Entrants are strongly encouraged to “go on the account” by registering in advance for the contest. This makes things easier for the organizers. Send an email with a snapshot of you in your outfit and the following info to spwfskypirates@gmail.com .
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Sunday, 11:00-11:45 am
Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
Think you have epic facial hair? come show off your well maintained hair and win yourself some respect, and a prize!
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Saturday, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Boardroom A (Radisson)
Feeling villainous? come prove your skills in Evil Laugh, Monologue, Lair Design, and, of course, plot to take over the world!
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Saturday, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Midway (outside the Grand Tent)
Settle your differences the Steampunk way… by shooting your opponent with Nerf guns.
Hangouts are more informal gatherings with specific performers and hangouts – a chance for casual conversation and such with delectable comestibles available for purchase at the Portable Daffodil Cafe in the Radisson.
Authors and artists will sign copies of their works, some may have items available for sale – fans may also bring personal copies of items.
Take a look below for when to find your favorites!
Friday, 7:15 to 8:15pm
Centennial Room (Embassy) – Please note this is the only hangout in this location
It Was Prof. Donnelly in the Parlor with the Port
This is a time for gentlefolk to gather, and listen to The Professor share stories of his travels, his adventures, and various events.
Port wine (and other classy beverages) served at the CASH BAR.
Friday, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hangout with Frenchy & The Punk
Friday, 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hangout with Paul Di Fillipo
Friday, 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Hangout with KW Jeter
Friday, 11:00 pm – Midnight
Hangout with Jeff Mach Himself & Dr Andy
Saturday, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Hangout with DJ Mighty Mike Saga
Saturday, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hangout with Mr. Saturday & Sixpence
Saturday, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hangout with This Way To The Egress
Saturday, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Hangout with Emperor Norton’s Stationary Marching Band
Saturday, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Hangout with Danielle Ate The Sandwich
Saturday, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Hangout with The Folks Below
Saturday, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hangout with KW Jeter
Saturday, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hangout with Platform One
Saturday, 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Hangout with Hari_Kondabolu
Sunday, Noon – 2:00 pm
“Absinthe Aftermath”
Hangover Support Group with KW Jeter
Sunday, 2:00pm – 3:00 pm
Hangout with Steam Powered Giraffe
And – for Something a Little Different!
Coffee and Strife with Wyck
Sunday, Noon – 12:45 pm
The Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
Come hang out with Wyck and get that necessary caffeine boost (pay as you go).
Saturday, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
The Blue Room (Radisson)
ANSWER THE CALL of the Emperor to help fight the DULL so that the children of tomorrow will not be threatened by this menace. HEAR how you can join the RFE and help the effort to spread creativity and imagination throughout the Multi-verse. LEARN about the magnificent brilliance of the Emperor, who he is, and the fantastic citizens who share his cause.
Saturday, 11:00 pm – Midnight
Embassy Stage (Embassy)
Come and witness the spectacle that is a great conjunction of dimensions whose nexus will be the Emperor of the Red Fork Empire. Here the Lord Emperor will be interviewed and interview selected members of the audience in a few of his infinite incarnations. It is absolutely not required but highly encouraged that those with personas act as their personas during the great conjunction.
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Picture by Babs Who Takes Pictures
Emperor Justinian Stanislaus is a professional artist, creative director and founder of the infamous Red Fork Empire. An Artist Collective that believes using imagination and creativity is fundamental for enjoying life. The Emperor provides audiences with a fresh new outlook on the traditional convention experience. The Emperor’s recognizable character has led to appearances on Attack of the Show, IFC, HGTV, and interviews in the pages of Fangoria, Coal City Steam, and the Colorado Examiner. A graduate of Ringling Art College, the Emperor’s vision has been featured in numerous galleries from his Still Theatre solo series, and his collaborative Ethereal Exhibition. Also he his art has been on display at international shows such as Bruce Rosenbaum’s Form and Function, and Dr. Grymm’s Bizarre.
Sunday, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
The Embassy Stage (Embassy)
Our extraordinary fashion show includes some of the best known
names in Steampunk fashion design, as well as gloriously
talented newcomers. You will be delighted from the tip
of your hypothetical top-hat to the very soles of your magical
Mars-walking boots.
Steampunk Fashion develops some of the most wildly inspired
outfits in the entire world of couture – and you can see it, live,
with us, at the famous Steampunk World’s Fair Fashion Show!
Presented by Brian D. Thomas and Raymond J. Witte
Friday, 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm
The Blue Room (Radisson)
We’ve been sent here to talk about Skylocks.
Now I know every Amerikan knows what a skylock is, but some of you look a little…foreign. But that’s ok, we’re here to explain it to you.
The Skylocks are those holes in the sky that allow instant travel from one point on this planet to another, and in some cases, from one point on this planet to another planet.
Now as you know Amerika has a manifest destiny to expand, not just coast to coast, but skylock to skylock.
It’s the Empire’s destiny to expand and embrace each of these places in a big old Amerikan hug- to reach out and grab everything we can, so it can benefit from being Amerikan. We will tell you how YOU can help make that happen!
The Imperial Amerikan Air Corp
The Imperial Amerikan Air Corp is a Steampunk themed performance and living alternative history troupe based out of South Eastern PA. Founded in 2009 by Brian Thomas, the IAAC combines theater, story-telling, dance, elaborate physical props and combat sports to provide a glimpse into the fictional world of Steampower Tales of Awesomeness. The IAAC took best in show at the 2011 SPWF Costume Contest, ran the first Steampunk Alternative Living History encampment at SPWF 2012, and are planning two new performances for this year’s Fair! In addition, the IAAC will once again be hosting their annual single stick tournament in partnership with Professor Donnelly. The IAAC combines the immersive experience of living history with the freewheeling spirit of steampunk and an extra large helping of Amerikan culture to present a unique take on Steampunk!
Find out more about the Imperial Amerikan Air Corps here and on Facebook.
For those of you who are wondering just what Weird N.J. is all about, let us try and explain. Weird NJ is a travel guide and magazine to places you won’t find on state funded maps or located on any tourist attraction pamphlets.
In Weird N.J. we travel to places that are seen for what they are; weird, odd or unique, all told by New Jerseyans to Mark Sceurman and Mark Moran, publishers of Weird N.J., while traveling the backroads of the Garden State in search of local unwritten history and modern folklore.
When we travel the state of New Jersey, we are looking for tales told only inside the 
perimeters of a town. These stories and places tell a story that cannot be found in any history books and are not often perceived as “history,”…until we arrive.
Weird NJ came to SPWF a couple of years ago and they are coming back! They will have a table set up so stop by and chat, show them around, and look for them at various events and Meet and Greets!
You can find Weird NJ on Facebook.
Picture by Kyle Johnson
Saturday, 8:00-8:45pm
Embassy Stage (Embassy)
Hari Kondabolu is one of the sharpest, smartest, most fascinating young comedians working today. As a comic, he’s got amazing credentials – he’s performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, and the HBO U.S. Comedy Arts Festival. His Comedy Central Presents half-hour television special debuted on the network in February 2011. He’s currently a writer for FX’s Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell.
But there’s more than simply a brilliant comedian here – though that alone is enough to mark him as a standout – in fact, a one-of-a-kind experience for an event of this nature. We know of no Steampunk events out there which have starred an award winning comic, and part of that is the nature of Steampunk itself – as Steve Martin said, great humor comes from life experience, and most peoples’ actual life experience of having been Airship Pirates is, sadly, sorely lacking. We can say pretty confidently that this is the first appearance of a major comedian at a major Steampunk event, and that’s going to be something you will not want to miss!
And it goes beyond that. Part of why we’re excited to have Hari is that he often tackles daunting subjects – race, colonialism, and inequality, to name a few – which are, not coincidentally, some of the most challenging aspects of the Victorian world which surrounds most Steampunk ideas. Hari’s wit is razor-sharp, his delivery is perfect, and you are going to find yourself laughing until your top hat falls off. But we’d also like Hari’s appearance to open up some more discussion and some more minds in the Steampunk world.
When we started to talk about booking Hari, people on our staff compared his humor to Lenny Bruce, George Carlin, and Lenny Henry. Others on the staff thought there were too many “Lennys” in that equation. Here are some videos of Hari at work:
This isn’t just a Steampunk world premiere, this is one of the most enjoyable shows you’ll see in this part of the world! Don’t miss it!
Come celebrate the release of SteamPunk Magazine #9 with Combustion Books!
Join us for a surrealist-themed party with silent films and parlor games.
Saturday, 10:00-Midnight
Centennial Room (Embassy)
Come explore yesterday’s entertainments of the future! (Photo by Eclectic Historian)
This year we are adding a track of programming especially for our younger attendees.
All children’s Programming will take place in the Kid’s Corner – just off the Radisson Courtyard.
Check back for additional updates.
Kids’ Concert. 7:00 – 8:00pm
Music for our younger attendees by such notable artists such as Eli August and The Folks Below. Word on the street is that Jeff Mach himself might pick up a guitar and join us.
Look Up, It’s the Moon, 8:00-9:00pm
Presented by Holli Chopra
Ever wonder about our closest neighbor in the Universe? Come learn about the Moon! Find out where it came from, what it’s made of, and what lies on its surface. Astronomy is great for everyone; this class is appropriate for all ages.
Robot Building, 10:00-11:45pm
Cleaning robots, traveling robots, fighting robots…Robots are extremely useful, and now you can make your own! Using cardboard, boxes, and other odds and ends – make a (sadly non-functional) robot friend!
“Felicitous Natal Day, Automoton!”, 2:00-3:00pm
A story building game for imaginative steampunks (that’s all of you, right?) Guide Robot through his birthday, make him do ridiculous things, and try to use your most absurd and elaborate vocabulary!
Prop Building Session, 4:00-5:00pm
Need a new Flux Capacitor? Has your time machine broken down? Have brigands stolen your raygun?! Worry not, young steampunks; Kid’s Track is here to help! We have heaps of scrap material (and a few hidden gems) to be assembled into any sort of timey-wimey and spacey-wacey devices you may need for your travels through the universe (Sunday’s photoshoot is the perfect time to get a picture with your new contraptions!).
Extraterrestrial Life: Aliens, microbes, and more!, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Presented by Holli Chopra
Tabletop Role-Playing Game, 10:00am – Noon
You are part of a crew heading to Far and Mysterious India, to visit the British colonies. Famed inventor Leona Haskins has created a device which will get you there yesterday! During your journey, however, a storm comes up and disrupts the device and you end up in Alternate Timeline India! Join this party of adventurers as they battle and explore their wayback to the proper timeline, and home.
Ten players maximum, ideal for steampunks between the ages of 8 and 16.
Outdoor Victorian Children’s Games, 1:00 – 2:00pm
No video games, no cable television, and no newfangled internet; how DID children in the Victorian era have any fun? Join us as we discuss ways to have a good time without facebook or iChat, and play with spinning hoops, marbles, kick the can, and more!
Kid’s Photoshoot, 3:00 – 4:00pm
Hey! Are you tired of photographers following all of the adults around, and looking right over your head? Come to the Kid’s Corner for a photoshoot just for you! Babs Who Takes Pictures will be taking (you guessed it) pictures of you and the awesome gadgets you made on Saturday in the Prop Building Workshop.
Photos will be posted in a password protected gallery, only accessible by (parents of) photoshoot participants.
At the Centennial Exhibition Ball, everyone is a VIP!! This event will be open to all ticket holders!
The Artifice Club to Host a Centennial Exhibition Ball of Historic Proportion!
The esteemed Artifice Club of Atlanta cordially invites one and all to its lush Centennial Exhibition Ball, in honor of the original, which opened May 10, 1876 in Philadelphia to commemorate our country’s first 100 years.
At that well-attended event, several amazing inventions were unveiled for all to see, including the Corliss engine, Alexander G. Bell’s telephone, the typewriter, soda fountains and Heinz ketchup. Our more modern inventors’ exhibits will include the captivating works of Hatton Cross Steampunk, Brute Force, and more.
Also unveiling their art at our Centennial Exhibition Ball will be burlesque stars Talloolah Love as Mata Hari and Aelia Badiana showcasing Eqyptian belly dance.
Lord Montague Jacques Fromage will be handling Master of Ceremonies duties, with performances by This Way to the Egress, Unwoman and DJ Doctor Q.
While many countries were represented in the exhibit halls, many U.S. states had their own buildings to house their delegates, industries and inventions—and our exciting event will be do its very best to recreate this. In conjunction with this year’s Steampunk World’s Fair, we will invite clubs from all over to “represent” at our event. Delegates who sign up when we send out the official invitation will be offered presentation space around the halls of the Grand Tent to present their inventive works.
We welcome the world of Steampunk to partake in this exceptionally original event—one that may not be replicated for another 100 years!
To sign up to become a delegate, go to http://
You will find the Centennial Exhibition Ball in the Grand Tent from 6:00-10:00pm on Saturday, May 18.
At the Centennial Exhibition Ball, everyone is a VIP!! This event will be open to all ticket holders!
For Anthropological Research! Photograph by Babs Who Takes Pictures
Performing artist, J.P. Porter (a.k.a. Nate MacDicken) is pleased to be joining this year’s revelries at SPWF! He and his quirky, cuddly Puppets will be mingling and peregrinating all around the event! Steampunk prognosticator, “Miss Judy”, will be offering $1 Rune Readings! “The Professor” continues his Anthropological Research, as always… And “Botch”, the monster, will be on “display” for those who are curious! (Watch out, he bites!)
Pre-Gaming, The Steampunk World’s Fair Style
Come get your DRINK on in preparation for a night of entertainment, and make some new friends while you’re at it!
Hosted by the fabulous Lady Jessalyn J-Bomb (pictured here), Whimsytarian Extraordinaire, we’re having a classic “singles mixer” style pre-party
in the Centennial Room from 6pm to 7pm on Friday.
Panel: Mummy Unwrapping
Presented by Kevin M. Houghton, H. Brevard Howard, Erik Tegue and Courtney Houghton
Friday, May 17 9:45-10:45pm
Radisson Boardroom A
In the ongoing quest for knowledge of that most ancient Egypt we present to you the mummy of the High Priest Nes-min! An educational presentation on the dark practices of mummification, what mysteries will be found? Is there any truth to the so called curse that surrounds the mummy? Bear witness and find out for yourselves. Presented by Colonel Winterfell and the Egyptian Society of Antiquities.
Panel: Steam Powered Tales Of Awesomeness
Presented by Brian Thomas and Ray Witte
Brian Thomas and Ray Witte present a literary panel on “Steam Powered Tales Of Awesomeness” that includes a short discussion on “Twisting History”, includes author’s reading from the book, a display of SPTOA illustrations and an illustrated works give-away for attendees only.
Putting the “steamy” in Steampunk, White Elephant returns to the Steampunk World’s Fair with three tantalizing shows, each with a different theme. What delectable treats do they bring in their trunks just for your pleasure? Stay tuned for more info!
The White Elephant Burlesque Society is being sponsored by FoamBrain
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The Weapons Master is highly civilized, but not afraid to fight dirty.
Mark P. Donnelly is a multi-award winning author, historian, screenwriter, and television producer as well as internationally renowned duelist, swashbuckler, and constant gentleman.
Photograph by the Keystone Academy of Dueling and Swordsmanship
A gentleman of world renown and fame,
with knowledge of historical events,
Professor Mark P Donnelly’s his name,
and anachronism’s what he represents.
He’s published many works of print and prose,
on history and swashbuckling and lore,
he’ll lecture us on all the things he knows,
with tales of torture, piracy, and more.
But then to change the pace, he’ll take up arms,
if skirmishing or sparring strikes a chord,
his martial skills will back his wit and charm,
he’ll demonstrate, with stick, and cane, and sword!
The Steampunk World’s Fair humbly beckons you,
see the PROFESSOR’s derring-do revue!
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Friday, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Embassy Stage
Torture 201: More Weight with Prof. Mark Donnelly (Panel)
Torture 101 was a big success at Wicked Fair, but we have only just begun to scratch the surface of this lurid topic.
Friday, 7:15 to 8:15pm
Centennial Room (Embassy)
It Was Prof. Donnelly in the Parlor with the Port
This is a time for gentlefolk to gather, and listen to The Professor share stories of his travels, his adventures, and various events.
Port wine (and other classy beverages) served at the CASH BAR.
Saturday, 1:00 to 1:45pm
Embassy Stage
Gangs of New York: Irish Faction Fighting (Panel)
Good-time girls swing from rafters in oversize canary cages, sword-slinging mobs rule the streets, and murder lurks in every corner. This is Manhattan’s infamous Five Points slum. Many of us will be familiar with Scorsese’s film, but the historical truth is just as interesting. When Dickens reported on Five Points in 1842, the neighborhood was on the edge of an explosion. Spurred on by the Irish Potato Famine of the 1840s, waves of threadbare immigrants arrived in New York City with the wherewithal for only the most miserable lodgings—the drooping tenements of Five Points. “Five Points,” wrote one Methodist reformer, had become “the synonym for ignorance the most entire, for misery the most abject, for crime of the darkest dye, for degradation so deep that human nature cannot sink below it.”
Saturday, 2:00 to 2:45pm
Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
Irish Shillelagh Workshop with Prof.Mark Donnelly
The shillelagh was originally used for settling disputes in a gentlemanly manner—like pistols in colonial America, or the katana in Japan. Modern practitioners of bataireacht study the use of the shillelagh for self defense and as a martial art. Methods of shillelagh fighting have evolved over a period of thousands of years, from the spear, staff, axe and sword fighting of the Irish. There is some evidence which suggests that the use of Irish stick weapons evolved in a progression from a reliance on long spears to shorter spears, to the shillelagh, alpeen, blackthorn (walking-stick) and short cudgel. By the 19th century Irish shillelagh-fighting had evolved into a practice which involved the use of three basic types of weapons. We will be exploring their use. Please bring a stick if you have one.
Saturday, 4:00 to 4:45pm
Embassy Stage
Kernoozers & Antiquarian Antagonists with Prof. Mark Donnelly (Panel)
The Kernoozers were a select Victorian Gentleman’s club dedicated to the collection and study of antique armour and weapons (if you define ‘study’ as getting drunk and then putting on a 14th century cuirass to dance around and shout look at me, I’m El Cid, before falling down the stairs). The Antiquarian Antagonistics professors included Capt. Alfred Hutton, Egerton Castle and Sir Richard F. Burton. Together these two movements were an expression of the late Victorian Fascination with all things Medieval and Renaissance. And the work and research and public demonstrations of their knowledge and skills laid the foundation for all medieval and renaissance researchers and practitioners to follow.
Saturday, 6:00 to 6:45pm
Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
Intro to Bartitsu Workshop with Prof. Mark Donnelly
This workshop will be an extensive introduction to this esoteric Victorian/ Edwardian system of self-defense incorporating: fisticuffs (in the scientific method); savate (use of low kicks in self- defense; grappling(judo/jiujitsu); as well as the use of numerous commonplace period accessories such as walking-stick, cane, umbrella, top hat, snuff box, opera cape, handkerchief, etc. all employed in an effort to maintain “preservation of person and property when beset upon by ne’er-do-wells of nefarious intent”.
Sunday, 11:00am to 12:30pm
Fusions Restaurant (Radisson)
*Lunch will be available for purchase from the restaurant during this session*
Jujitsu Suffragettes: A History of Ladies’ Self-Defense (Panel)
The term “Jujitsuffragettes” was coined by the editors of Health and Strength Magazine circa 1910, to describe members of the militant Suffragette movement who studied the martial art of bartitsu as a means of self defense and who served as the bodyguards for the leaders of the suffragette movement (such as Emily Pankhurst), against the police and violent anti-Suffrage mobs.
1:00 to 2:00pm
Courtyard Stage (Radisson)
Kicking Ass In A Corset: Bartitsu for Ladies (Workshop)
Presented by Bartitsu Master Professor Mark P. Donnelly, this workshop is designed to be an extensive introduction to this esoteric system of self-defense specifically focused on (and limited to) ladies and gentlewomen. Some of the techniques employed by Victorian ladies studying this art vary from those taught to their male counterparts. Partly this was physical (and partly a constraint of the fashions) but also due to the differing nature of the physical threat and the variety of accessories with which she might be equipped or encumbered. In the Ladies session, therefore, will explore: grappling; savate; canne; parasol; fan; handbag, etc.. Participants will not need to wear anything different or special in order to take part. If you have a parasol or fan which you would like to use, you are encouraged to bring it, though limited equipment will also be provided by the instructor.
The tank was a vital asset in the Great War with Japan in 1870.
The Gentleman’s Armored Battle Carriage was built by Mr. Finnegan O’Sullivan in the fall of 1865. Although most of the danger of the Loon’s Disease had past, many of the infected souls captured, Finnegan decided that a more protected mode of transportation was needed. He designed a battle carriage that would protect the pilot, provide adequate firepower and expand on the speed and luxury of the railroad. When the Great War of 1870 broke out with Japan, President Lincoln realized the importance of such a vehicle and commissioned large quantities for the war effort. The air superiority the Western Coalition enjoyed would need to be matched on the ground and The Gentleman’s Armored Battle Carriage would be just the thing.
A rare surviving example of this fascinating weapon of war will be on display at the 2013 SPWF! Its fine craftsmanship has been acknowledged by two nominations for awards in the Steampunk Chronicle’s Readers Choice Awards. Many more pictures are available to pique your rabid curiosity on the Hatton Cross Steampunk Facebook page.
Find out more about the historic events leading up to the creation of this device in David Lee’s Country in Ruin:1865, which will be available from the author (and behind the scenes genius responsible for this awesome tank)!
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Epic Steampunk Vehicles of Mass Distraction!
Saturday, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Boardroom A (Radisson)
Presented by David Lee
So you’re a glutton for punishment and want to build a steampunk vehicle for your next con. In this presentation David Lee of Hatton Cross Steampunk will display his steampunk tank (The Gentleman’s Armored Battle Carriage). He will focus on tips and tricks as far as construction, “steampunk’ing” your vehicle, power sources, adding electronics to it, smoke as well as design ideas and things to stay away from. David will demonstrate unique features on his tank and how attention to detail can make all the difference in the world.
As their tagline states, Hubris is “a fun-loving, piratical, licentious, geeky band of fire freaks who seek to entertain and amuse with wickedly creative antics. The founding members of Hubris are Hobbit, Sock Monkey, and Cookie Monster; they and their Fellow Members, Consorts, Attendants, and Other Assorted Hangers-On will be thrilled to introduce you to the magical wonders of the Arts of Fire. Just ask them.”
They are not just a fire performance troupe, but a collection of fire performers who also excel at teaching various fire arts. Traveling along the eastern seaboard, Hubris performs throughout the region and has appeared from Massachusetts to Virginia, and various spots in between. When it’s too hot to handle, they’re just getting started! Veni. Vidi. Igni. (They came. They saw. They set it on fire.)
You can find Hubris on Facebook and their website at HVBRIS.org!
HVBRIS is being sponsored by Corvus Creations
WYCK RETURNS!
Yes, the most famed and, possibly, the strangest, funniest sideshow madman in the Steampunk world returns to The Steampunk World’s Fair 2013! He’ll amaze you! He’ll amuse you! He’ll drink your beer if you let him!
The World of Wyck is pleasurably painful. Wyck mixes classic sideshow routines with his own unique humor and stunts, for vast comedic effect and what is, simply, an absolutely unique stuntman show. From fire breathing to animal traps, Wyck will keep you happily entertained, while amazing you at the same time.
Be amazed by the human pincushion! Overwhelmed by the block head! Intrigued by straight jacket escapes! And so much more! For example, below, you can see the man stick his arm in a wolf trap. Yes, a wolf trap. Really. DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! I mean, seriously. Even if your home has wolf traps in it for some reason.
The World of Wyck is being sponsored by Greenwood Creations
“Steampunk was invented by K.W. Jeter.”
-Several people on the Internet
“Here’s the deal: I didn’t invent steampunk. I did, however bumble into coining the word ‘steampunk.’ There’s a lot of creativity, written and otherwise, and just general fun that’s going on in regard to Victorian-themed fantasy & science fiction, and if a word I created has become attached as the portmanteau handle to all that, then I’m flattered. But it would still be going on, with or without that label.”
-K.W. Jeter
K.W. Jeter says that he didn’t invent Steampunk, and we’re not going to argue with him, partly because those who argue with K.W. Jeter tend to find themselves whisked away in the middle of the night by little brass men…
And besides, we wouldn’t want you to judge Mr. Jeter on the basis of his Steampunk work alone. For example, he’s the one who wrote the Star Wars books for that most serpentine of George Lucas’ characters, Boba Fett. And there’s only one man who was authorized to write the sequels to one of science fiction’s most powerful, difficult, and defining films, Blade Runner – again, that’s K.W. Jeter. And his own creations, such as Kim Oh and Dr. Adder, show not only his brilliant mind, but also a depth of authorial insight which ranks with any of the literary great of the past century, regardless of genre.
That being said…
K.W. Jeter’s sequel to “Infernal Devices”, “Fiendish Schemes”!
One of the great challenges of Steampunk creativity – be it literary, film, visual art, costuming, or even its music—lies in the classic Steampunk motifs. Brass, clockworks, goggles, mad scientists, time travel, airships – these are the primary building blocks of pretty much anything in the entire Steampunk world. In fact, that’s the famed weakness of some attempts to copy the genre—that people will sometimes simply throw those ingredients together, without giving them real purpose or focus; goggles for the sake of goggles, mad scientists as inevitable (and cardboard) villains. They’re fascinating elements, but why are those the most iconic? Why not pipes? Why not Sherlock Holmes’ famous cap, or hansom cabs? You can find those things in our world, but they’re not the real defining symbols. What ties the aforementioned symbols together?
Reading Jeter’s seminal “Mad Victorian Fantasy” (as the original cover called it), “Infernal Devices” (now in a new edition by Angry Robot books, and with a sequel coming out in a few months!) – it’s strange to realize that Steampunk as we know it hadn’t been “invented” yet. Within the pages of that book, published in 1987, you’ll find a story which relies on, breathes life into, builds piece-by-piece on each and every one of those elements. They’re melded into one intricate, gorgeous whole which uses every bit of Victorian setting for maximal impact on a modern audience. I’m pretty certain this is the first time these elements were brought together, anywhere, ever, in the form with which we’ve now become familiar.
Steampunk has no single origin part. One of its glories is the way Steampunk is continually being created and redefined, and has its sources in literally thousands of visions.
But if one were to seek some spot, some single moment which, if it didn’t create the clockwork colossus which is Steampunk’s creative heart, at least wound its gears for the first time – one might not go far wrong in looking at the works of Mr. K.W. Jeter.
In any and all events, we’re delighted, excited, and completely honored to have him with us! Mr. Jeter is flying in from Ecuador with his lovely and talented wife, author and editor Geri Jeter. We’re looking forward to welcoming them to the East Coast and to the Mad SemiVictorian Fantasy which is The World’s Fair!
Steampunk!
Artist!
….and the official Steampunk World’s Fair wandering pixie person!
Come meet her! She’s really neat! She’ll be vagabonding about the Fair, selling her awesome handmade items and helping people have a good time!
Look for her at The Goblin Market, and throughout the weekend!
The Steampunk World’s Fair: Because we like to have friendly people wandering around, that’s why!
Paul Di Filippo – Famed Author, Agile Mind, Fascinating Guy
“Paul Di Filippo has certainly done his homework: the settings as well as the language emulate the times and, in Dickinson’s and Whitman’s cases, their poetic language, which asserts itself into their conversational dialogue and thoughts at most unusual but appropriate moments. Dickinson’s “Universe Entire” is disrupted by a naked Whitman bathing in her rain barrel and singing his “body electric.” But will Dickinson’s “White Election” remain intact?”-Amazon.com review of “The Steampunk Trilogy”
“Science fiction at its best should be crazy and dangerous, not sane and safe.” -Paul Di Filippo
There’s always an urge to start out by giving you an author’s credentials. And sure, his list of published books, stories, and essays, is incredibly epic, including nominations for science fictions highest honors – a Hugo, two Nebulas, two World Fantasy Awards. I mean, seriously, it’s not just incredibly epic, it’s ridiculously epic; check it out over here.
But those aren’t the only reasons why Paul Di Filippo is likely to be part of your favorite encounters at World’s Fair. When we were looking at authors, we kept hearing about what a sweet fellow Paul is, and how, despite being one of the best-known short story creators and essayists alive in science fiction today, he’s terribly down-to-earth. From everything we heard about him, we thought, “Here’s someone we’d love to run into at the bar!” And his work is so great! It’s eccentric, spanning a wide swooping swipe at several genres. He’s an avid experimenter, an open-minded creator who truly fits the spirit of The Steampunk World’s Fair!
His website says, “Paul Di Filippo is the author of hundreds of short stories, some of which have been collected in these widely-praised collections: The Steampunk Trilogy, Ribofunk, Fractal Paisleys, Lost Pages, Little Doors, Strange Trades, Babylon Sisters, and his multiple-award-nominated novella, A Year in the Linear City. Another earlier collection, Destroy All Brains, was published by Pirate Writings, but is quite rare because of the extremely short print run (if you see one, buy it!).
The popularity of Di Filippo’s short stories sometimes distracts from the impact of his mindbending, utterly unclassifiable novels: Ciphers, Joe’s Liver, Fuzzy Dice, A Mouthful of Tongues, and Spondulix. Paul’s offbeat sensibility, soulful characterizations, exquisite-yet-compact prose, and laugh-out-loud dialogue give his work a charmingly unique voice that is both compelling and addictive.”
Okay, that’s actually a better description than we were going to write. Curse you, Paul, and your exquisite-yet-compact prose! We’ll just leave this here, and say, “This is a splendid fellow. You ought to look up his work, read it, and buy the man a beer!” (possibly at our Craft Beer Tasting…)
(You can find some of his work online at this website!)
Mr. Saturday & Sixpence are this universe’s prime space-time bending gentlemen-for-hire, at your service! No other high caliber masters of their art can claim to include the finest mentalist in 16 dimensions and a charismatic mime wanted in 13 of those 16 dimensions!
Saturday & Sixpence are entertainers extraordinaire with a high improv flair when not on one of their fantastic (and assuredly foolish) adventures, enjoying the adoration of the crowds, gaining energy from their applause, laughter, and if need be, outright confusion.
When in this space-time quadrant, they attend conventions for jolts and jollies, head up the San Antonio Neo-Victorian Association, and for some strange reason, can usually be found in the Texas vicinity. They also happen to be the con-men behind AetherFest, Texas’ first Steampunk convention in San Antonio, TX and they do put on one hell of a convention!
Check out their Facebook page here!
Find Mr. Saturday and Sixpence all over SPWF including:
Hangout
Saturday, Noon – 1:00pm
Portable Daffodil Cafe (Radisson)
To Whom Does This Line Pertain
Saturday, 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Embassy Stage (Embassy)
Mighty River of Tea (ticket required)
Sunday, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Fusions Restaurant (Radisson)
Proprietor of Dr. Grymm Laboratories Lead Designer, Curator, & Steampunk Scientist
Dr. Grymm’s alter ego, Joey Marsocci has been a freelance designer of theme park attractions, toys, puppets, graphic marketing, film props, and private consignments for over 18 years. A graduate of California Institute of the Arts with a BFA in Film and Animation, Marsocci’s mix of Victorian elegance and dark science fiction styling through sculpture and design, gave him the natural advantage to design for the growing popularity of the world of Steampunk.
Dr. Grymm Laboratories currently provides custom designs of props and creatures for film production companies across the US. Dr. Grymm’s custom contraptions and sculptures have been seen in Steampunk exhibits and publications around the world, including the Steampunk Exhibit held at the Oxford University History of Science Museum in 2010.
In the Summer of 2009 Mr. Marsocci hosted and curated the first annual Steampunk Bizarre in Middletown, CT, which was an exhibit featuring the works of Dr. Grymm and some amazing local Steampunk artists. The show featured two of Dr. Grymm’s interactive “Brain Storm” Machines, and his world famous Steampunk “Eye Pod” Victrola which is currently on display along with several custom designed Steampunk contraptions as a permanent art installation at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
The popularity of the exhibit prompted the Third Annual Steampunk Bizarre, held at the Mark Twain House Museum in Hartford, CT – October 2011, featuring the art of world renowned Steampunk Artists. Dr. and Mrs. Grymm have also authored the books “1000: A Steampunk Collection” with Quarry Publishers, and “How to Draw Steampunk” by Walter Foster Publishing to be released in 2011 and is featured in the upcoming Steampunk Bible and the Art of Steampunk. Most recently, Dr. Grymm was featured on BBC America World news on a segment about the Steampunk community.
Dr. Grymm is sponsored by Turtle Sparks and Rough Hewn
Coveilance Dance Project is a group of mad scientists who research the principal theorem that the traditional art of Belly Dance can be bonded with various costuming, music, and other dance forms to create a hypnotic and sensual super art form. Headquartered in the Delaware Valley, the project utilizes a variety of materials from cultures all over the world for extensive experimentation. This year they experiment with the fusion of “old school” belly dance and steampunk cabaret.
Sometimes, the Coveilance Dance Project swashbuckles!
Lilith Lore is a storyteller, burlesque dancer and much, much more. For starters, she’s probably at least a little crazy. Hospital records and rational thinking will tell you that she’s not the Lilith of legend… But just try getting her to admit to that. It has been speculated that Lilith is the evil (or at least slightly deranged) twin sister of a legitimate actress with a degree in theater. Lilith has not made comment on this possibility, but her doppelganger flat-out denies it.
Gather ’round for Lilith’s wickedly salacious retelling of classic stories from the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen and Charles Perrault. Be prepared to see your favorite fairy tale heroes and heroines in a whole new light once you’ve heard her take on wolves, witches and, of course, poison apples.
Lilith Lore is being sponsored by Fantasia
