STAPLE! rocked. We had so much traffic at our table that I literally couldn’t keep up. We sold a ton of books, some shirts and some posters too. Then the performance came around and it could not have gone better–for a couple of reasons. First, it was the first time that we strung more than one episode together in a single performance. I was very curious to see if the audience would stop paying attention at some point, but, no, the 30-minute performance was totally engaging. But the second reason it went great was that audience. No doubt, the ideal audience for the show, the STAPLE! crowd really went nuts for it. They laughed at every laugh line, they gasped at the cliffhangers, and a bunch of folks actually stuck around the for the Q&A after, always a good sign.

On Sunday, I was on a panel at Dragon’s Lair. The turnout was small, but there were some really talented and smart people on the panel and I learned a LOT. I feel like such an interloper in the comic-book world and I have a ton of catch-up to do. But the other folks welcomed me in and we had a really nice time chatting.

Sunday night was our final Alice performance. This turned out to be the most responsive audience of all, which was a nice way to end a completely exhausting weekend. Our celebrity audience member? Robert Rodriguez. Not so say that The Intergalactic Nemesis is like the perfect combination of Sin City and Spy Kids or anything, but I wouldn’t mind getting a meeting with Troublemaker Films. Just sayin…

Giant thanks to everyone who came out. And particular thanks to Cody at the Alamo who really did make everything right again and again, to Alison King at Dragon’s Lair who lined up the panel, and to Chris Nicholas at STAPLE! whose tireless volunteer energy is truly an inspiration.

The other video uses footage I shot of Graham Reynolds, the composer, a couple of years ago, combined with recent footage of the production. In the video, Graham talks about the creation of the music, with samples showing what he’s talking about. I think it’s a pretty good behind-the-scenes look at the project. Enjoy!

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AUSTIN, Texas– Show Dates Announced: The eagerly anticipated Intergalactic Nemesis Live-Action Graphic Novel Spectacular fulfills its destiny debuting in the new state-of-the-art 2,400-seat, Dell Hall at The Long Center on September 3 and 4 over Labor Day weekend 2010. In what might be a revelation to both theater goers and comic book fans alike, an unparalleled theatrical experience will take place with beautifully illustrated comic book artwork projected panel-by-panel on a huge 42′ x 24′ screen while three actors, one sound effect artist, and one keyboardist perform the voices, sound effects and music live. Ticket availability will be announced in the coming months. Let the countdown begin!

The Long Center

Sneak Peak: For those who are eager to catch an early glimpse of the phenomenon, Live Shorts will take place at various Alamo Drafthouse locations every month through the summer. Episode One will be performed during opening weekend 7 p.m. performances of Alice in Wonderland, March 5, 6 and 7. Episode Two will play out during the opening weekend of Kick-Ass on April 16, 17 and 18.

Tune In: Towards the end of summer, fans can lean in and listen to The Intergalactic Nemesis Radio Drama on KUT 90.5 FM. This audio version of the story in serial form will broadcast throughout the month of August as part of KUT’s “O Dark 30” original series. The Radio Drama showcases a new cast recording featuring the script that toured the country from 2006 to 2009. (Flashback: KUT broadcast the original 10-episode version of the series in 1997 on Soundsight as well as broadcast a digital recording in 2002 for “Best of Public Radio.”)

Take It To Go: The Intergalactic Nemesis Mobile app is coming in late spring. The app will allow avid followers the ability to enjoy Intergalactic Nemesis on the go with a downloadable version of the comic book artwork with studio recordings of the voices, sound effects, and music. The prologue will be a free download, with each of the seven issues thereafter costing 99 cents. Each issue includes an additional commentary track, plus a “making of…” extra.

Issue 1 Cover

Group Experience: In addition, the comic book will be available at upcoming Comic Book Conventions STAPLE! in Austin on March 6 and Comicpalooza in Houston March 26 – 28. Not only will the comic book be sold at these events, but the Live-Action Graphic Novel Spectacular will be featured as a special event.

Partnership: The Intergalactic Nemesis is proud to announce a partnership with the Library Foundation, who will distribute copies of the comic books to local libraries and organize reading groups for families over the summer. “We feel this is the perfect pairing,” noted Jason Neulander. “This will extend our outreach into the community in an impactful way. Plus, Ben Wilcott, one of the major characters in The Intergalactic Nemesis, is a librarian!”

Back to School: Further strengthening ties in the community, The Intergalactic Nemesis will be presented in elementary schools. A live performance of portions of the show in the schools, followed by hands-on workshops with 3rd, 4th and 5th graders will take place in May at Bryker Woods, Casis and Spicewood Elementary schools. Students will have the chance to perform the voices and sound effects from a selection of the show themselves.

The Intergalactic Nemesis managed by The Robot Planet, LLC, with investment led by Marc Seriff, co- founder of America Online. Other investors include entrepreneur Scott Reichardt and realtor Cord Shiflett.

Cliff Redd and Jason Neulander at the Long Center

ABOUT THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS:
The premise for The Intergalactic Nemesis is a period-action-sci-fi-horor-space-opera-adventure. The year is 1933. The Pulizter-winning reporter Molly Sloan and her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez have stumbled across a series of murders foiled by a mysterious librarian from Flagstaff named Ben Wilcott. Together, the three heroes trek across Europe, North Africa, and beyond to thwart world-famous mesmerist Mysterion the Magnificent and what turns out to be an invasion of sludge-monsters from the planet Zygon.

The story was originally created in 1996 as a radio drama inspired by Star Wars, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and the classic pulp serials.

WHAT: The Intergalactic Nemesis, Live-Action Graphic Novel, Episode 2: Enter Stranger
WHEN: Feb. 12, 13, 14, opening for The Lightning Thief, 6:30 PM screenings ONLY
WHERE: The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, South Lamar
TICKETS: This will sell out. Purchase advance tix here.