Per StarTrekTheTour.com, “an interactive, action-packed experience will feature exhibits from all five TV shows and each of the 10 movies” during a 40 city tour. [Read more…]
Archives for December 2007
“Off The Shelf” and “Found” Props & Wardrobe
One of the most inherently problematic props, in terms of issues with authenticity, are of the “off the shelf” or “found” variety.
What are “off the shelf” props?
Props, wardrobe pieces, set pieces, and any other artifacts used in a production that are:
1) Mass produced (past or present),
2) for non-production purposes (i.e. not specifically manufactured for use in the production), and
3) are or were available for purchase from those not associated with the production. [Read more…]
First Wave of NBC Auctions: Results (11/19-12/3)
As noted previously (see “Reported Plans for NBC Studio Auction Event“, “NBC Universal Auctions Live“), these auctions from NBC Universal are now live: [Read more…]
AP: Fraud Trial Features Famous Firearms
While this news story from the Associated Press (LINK) does not directly involve original props or original prop collecting, it is of interest and the dynamics in play could have implications for the hobby, as related to market value appraisals, specialist authorities, brokering, and fraud. I plan to follow this story to report on the proceedings and outcome. [Read more…]
NASA’s Space Center Houston Star Wars Prop Exhibit – Update
As reported previously (see “NASA’s Space Center Houston to Host Star Wars Prop Exhibit“), the Luke Skywalker lightsaber from Return of the Jedi, along with other Star Wars props, including a 1:1 scale X-Wing fighter, will be on display at NASA’s Space Center Houston through the end of the year. [Read more…]