Matt2006 Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adriangill Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Sorry but I have amended the title slightly as that was a bit too much information relating to other events Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Showmasters Admin Too Tall Posted April 28, 2011 Showmasters Admin Share Posted April 28, 2011 Sorry but Jason has said before that he doesn't believe a Horror only event in the UK will work and so isn't willing to risk his money on one. You and others may believe it can work and if you're that sure, he's also said he's happy to run a Horror event if someone wants the front up the cash! So risk YOUR £10k to £50k and you've got yourself a show Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valtharen Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 Would he not consider doing something similar to "Roadhouse" and have a selection of shows put together as one Con? e.g. A combination of: The Walking Dead, Being Human, Supernatural, Vampire Diaries etc... (I would include True Blood but that has its own event -Despite being Horror related?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzlerjames Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Sorry but Jason has said before that he doesn't believe a Horror only event in the UK will work and so isn't willing to risk his money on one. You and others may believe it can work and if you're that sure, he's also said he's happy to run a Horror event if someone wants the front up the cash! So risk YOUR £10k to £50k and you've got yourself a show 10-50 - I thought these events could be run for under £100 and SM / actors make massive profits just to rip off fans etc etc........ I'm joking of course - so if we put up the cash, Jason would do the rest? Well if there are as many fans as are claimed then surely it's a couple of quid each?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 I'm interested in starting a horror convention, is there anyone from Showmasters that would be willing to get in contact with me to discuss the process of starting one, the costs involved and contacting guests etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adriangill Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 I'm interested in starting a horror convention, is there anyone from Showmasters that would be willing to get in contact with me to discuss the process of starting one, the costs involved and contacting guests etc?Showmasters can be contacted via e-mail at info@showmastersonline.com if you wish to discuss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 I sent an email yesterday so hopefully someone will be in contact soon. Look forward to it. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TERRENCETIBBS Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 (edited) I for one, and there are many others I talk to on facebook would dearly love to see a horror con here in the UK. Its long overdue. The popularity of folks such as Robert Englund, Doug Bradley, Kane Hodder and the like has been massive over the years at the Showmasters events that I have seen them at. Its a shame there is a lack of confidence in this issue because I believe if it were done with thye passion that goes into these events, it could be a success. Edited June 2, 2011 by DavidB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators DavidB Posted June 2, 2011 Moderators Share Posted June 2, 2011 Sorry but we're not allowed to discuss other events on here, so I had to edit your post. Feel free to support this idea, but try not to refer to other cons. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 I for one, and there are many others I talk to on facebook would dearly love to see a horror con here in the UK. Its long overdue. The popularity of folks such as Robert Englund, Doug Bradley, Kane Hodder and the like has been massive over the years at the Showmasters events that I have seen them at. Its a shame there is a lack of confidence in this issue because I believe if it were done with thye passion that goes into these events, it could be a success. I agree entirely, I have only been to three conventions, but from what I've seen it is usually the more horror based guests getting a large section of the visitors attention. Horror is probably the most popular alternative genre of film there is from teenagers right through to people in their early-mid 30's. With the right guests, the right amount of passion behind it and the right organisation and advertisement I think you'd struggle to fail with a Horror convention. As I said, I have contacted Showmasters through email to try and discuss such a project so hopefully I'll hear back soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ootagotasolo Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 I for one, and there are many others I talk to on facebook would dearly love to see a horror con here in the UK. Its long overdue. The popularity of folks such as Robert Englund, Doug Bradley, Kane Hodder and the like has been massive over the years at the Showmasters events that I have seen them at. Its a shame there is a lack of confidence in this issue because I believe if it were done with thye passion that goes into these events, it could be a success. I agree entirely, I have only been to three conventions, but from what I've seen it is usually the more horror based guests getting a large section of the visitors attention. Horror is probably the most popular alternative genre of film there is from teenagers right through to people in their early-mid 30's. With the right guests, the right amount of passion behind it and the right organisation and advertisement I think you'd struggle to fail with a Horror convention. As I said, I have contacted Showmasters through email to try and discuss such a project so hopefully I'll hear back soon. Hi there, I am a massive horror fan and have 8 years convention experience and am willing to help anyone who wants to do a horror convention, whether it be with guest suggestion, theme and content suggestions or advertisemet or general planning and organizing. I too believe a horror con would do really well in the UK. I'll be watching this space! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 The more people/experience we can get on board the better. What an idea like this needs more than anything is support and experience. Without either of those there is no guests or visitors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 The more people/experience we can get on board the better. What an idea like this needs more than anything is support and experience. Without either of those there is no guests or visitors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexmunroe Posted June 4, 2011 Share Posted June 4, 2011 The issue is ensuring that not only are you appealing to wide enough market but that those people will actually turn up on the day/buy tickets. The hotels where these size of events are run normally require contracts to be signed in excess of a year in advance to secure good dates and its very risky to run a new concept since regardless of turnout you're still contracted for the full amount for Hotel Rental. The same is the case for booking guests. That's not to say it wouldn't work, but there isn't the same track record here for Horror Events. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TERRENCETIBBS Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 Would be great to see this happen!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danvader123@hotmail.co.uk Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 Would love this to happen so we can have some devils rejects or house of 1000 corpses guests even Halloween. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fritzlang Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 i have been hoping to see a horror con here for years.they have them all the time in the states.and just think of the great guests you could have.i would definitely be at that event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 Still waiting for an email back from Showmasters? Is it worth sending off another one or should I just wait? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen_Sindel Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 You've only e-mailed on Monday and it was the week after a very busy event. I'd recommend to wait a little longer, you'll just add another e-mail to an already large pile otherwise. If that's an option maybe you could try and call the office? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 5, 2011 Share Posted June 5, 2011 I did think that but I wanted to make sure that was all. I'll wait a little longer and hopefully I'll hear something soon, if not I'll make a call. Thanks for the response. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyT Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 What an idea like this needs more than anything is support and experience. Without either of those there is no guests or visitors. Given the requirements to front up for a venue, and guest accommodation and travel, (and probably for a new organiser with no established reputation, for at least some of the guest fee), what this idea needs more than anything is cash. I suspect that unless you have a five figure sum to start with, you're going to struggle to get anywhere. And whoever puts up the cash should be completely prepared to lose the lot, in a worse case scenario. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Obviously cash is a big deal, but with all the cash in the world a lack of support and advertising renders that useless, unless you want your own private convention, which would be a little pointless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRASH HOUSE CINEMA Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Hello im Adam A. Park a UK horror filmmaker and writer. I also work for Scream horror magazine covering everything Uk horror (im currently backing the bring horror back to the bbc) I would be very happy and im sure so would our magazine to help and back this covention only if your serious about it though . if you are feel free to add me and get in touch on my facebook acount just search Adam park (you will know its me from the picture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillCarter Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Hi Adam, I think I've added you on fb, if it's not you there's another Adam Park with a very unique photo haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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