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‘Destination Star Trek London’ 2012 Adds More Famous Names!

DESTINATION STAR TREK LONDON is giving us even more great and classic names everyday. We previously announced that immense line-up that features all five legendary Captains, then there was Brent Spiner and now Michael Dorn plus another two captains in the shape of Sean Kenney (Captain Pike) and Tricia O’Neil (Captain Garrett). This is the first major UK event in 10 years for STAR TREK fans and it’s all  taking place at theExCeL Centre on 19th – 21st October 2012.

For the entire list of stars attending click here but scroll down for even more news in their official press release:

Additional guests also confirmed today include: Andrew Robinson who played Elim Garak in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine; Marianna Hill(Dr Helen Noel) who appeared in the Star Trek: The Original Series episode, “Dagger of the Mind”;Bobby Clark who played the Gorn in the Star Trek classic “The Arena”,”Gunsmoke”;David Warner an English actor who has appeared in two Star Trek movies and a two-part episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation as Chancellor GorkonCarolyn SeymourCommander Toreth in Star Trek: The Next Generation; as well a much loved Star Trek actor, having made over 281 appearances as Worf in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine,Michael Dorn. Young cast members also attending includeCirroc Lofton who played Jake Sisko, the son of Captain Benjamin Sisko, the youngest regular cast member of  the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine series, and Daniel Stewart, who played Batai,the son of Captain Picard in the alternate reality episode “The Inner Light” and is the real-life son of Patrick Stewart.

These fantastic names join the already epic bill, which boasts the likes of Emmy Award-winning producer and screenwriter Ronald D. Moore of Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: Voyagerseries, and Brent Spiner, who played the android Data in Star Trek: The Next Generation announced earlier this month.

Other confirmed guests include: Rene Auberjonois, Nana Visitor, JG Hertzler, Robert O’Reilly, Gwyneth Walsh, Tricia O’Neil, Sean Kenney, Walter Koenig, Arlene Martel, Connor Trinneer, Dominic Keating, Chase Masterson, Robin Curtis, Jeffrey Combs, Casey Biggs, John de Lancie, Denise Crosby, Martha Hackett, Marc Alaimo, Alice Krige, Eddie Paskey and Manu Intiraymi.

This incredible line-up will showcase a who’s who of the Start Trek franchise, offering a once in a lifetime chance for fans of the TV series and movies to be in the company of some of their most iconic screen heroes under one roof, making Destination Star Trek London the biggest gathering of Star Trek celebrities, writers and producers the UK has seen in over a decade.

Each of the celebrities and guests will be onsite during the course of the three day event, offering talks, photo and autograph signing sessions. The captains will also be participating in an Opening Ceremony talk, the first time in Europe that all five TV Captains have appeared on stage together, which will give fans the opportunity to ask questions directly. Other exciting features at the event include: further picture and autograph opportunities, a replica set from the Star Trek series, a unique Star Trek MuseumKlingon workshops, stunt demonstrations, costume displays and lots more!

Visitors to the event who come in dressed as their favourite Star Trek characters will also be able to take part in our daily Costume Parades. Entrants will be judged in a variety of categories by our V.I.P judging panel for a chance to win prizes.  Two exclusive parties are also planned for the Friday and Saturday nights, taking place at the ExCeL with entertainment included so there’s something for everyone who attends. The Klingon Monster Ball (Friday 19th Oct) will feature live music with JG Hertzler and Robert O’Reilly, blood wine and a host of Klingons to celebrate the first day of the event.

Saturday night’s party will mark the 25th Anniversary of Star Trek: The Next Generation in association with SFX Magazine.  The party will feature Chase Masterson (Bajoran Dabo Leeta – Star Trek: Deep Space Nine), Dominic Keating (Reed, Enterprise) and more! Whether you’re a dedicated follower of the Star Trek series since it began, or just curious about the Star Trek universe, there will be something for everyone at this year’s show!

Pick up your tickets now and get more information right here. You can also follow Destination Star Trek London on Twitter. But now, for those Ticket prices:

Tickets start from £29 standard entry up to Silver, Gold, Platinum and VIP packages.

For further ticket info visit www.startreklondon.com/ticket-info

Opening Times:

  • Friday 19th Oct – 2pm – 9pm
  • Saturday 20th Oct – 9am – 7pm
  • Sunday 21st Oct – 9am – 6pm

Parties:

  • The Klingon Monster Ball – Friday 19thOct – 8.30pm til late
    • Tickets: £25 tickets available in advance or on the door
    • Dress Code: Klingon Battle Dress/Alien/Other or Casual
    • GOLDPLATINUM & VIP Have tickets for this party included in their package
  •         The 25th Anniversary of Star Trek: The Next Generation! – Saturday 20th October – 7.30pm til late
    • Tickets: £25 tickets available in advance or on the door
    • Dress Code: Starfleet Uniforms/Similar or Casual
    • PLATINUM & VIP Have tickets for this party included in their package

For more information and tickets visit www.startreklondon.com

Dan loves writing, film, music and photography. Originally from Devon, he did London for 4 years and now resides in Exeter. He also has a mild obsession with squirrels and cake. The latter being more of a hobby. Favourite movies include HIGH FIDELITY, ALMOST FAMOUS, ROXANNE, GOOD WILL HUNTING, JURASSIC PARK, too many Steve Martin films and Nolan's BATMAN universe. He can also be found on www.twitter.com/danbullock

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