Flash Gordon 35th Anniversary Celebration to Be Held in London

This just in! If you are a fan of Flash Gordon and will be in London on Saturday, November 28, 2015, you definitely want to check out this event! And don’t forget we have an amazing assortment of Flash Gordon collectibles to help celebrate the anniversary of this landmark film’s premiere 35 years ago. ### “In December, 1980, the film “Flash Gordon” first hit cinema screens like
	a bolt of lightning. Produced by Dino Delaurentis and helmed by director Mike Hodges, the kaleidoscopic worlds and inhabitants of Mongo burst into life like no comic property seen before or since, all accompanied by a legendary QUEEN soundtrack. Now, 35 years later, an event at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, iconic headquarters of the famous awards, celebrates this great film with a screening of the film that has been a fan favorite and inspiration since it's debut. For the first time, many of the cast and crew that helped bring “Flash Gordon” to "life" will converge for one night only. Confirmed guests include:
	Sam J Jones Melody Anderson Brian Blessed Ornella Muti Deep Roy Howard Blake George Gibbs Dave Watson Trevor Butterfield	“Flash Gordon” “Dale Arden” “Prince Vultan” “Princess Aura” “Princess Aura’s Pet” Composer SFX Supervisor SFX Supervisor “Hawksman” and “MingsGuard”
	With more to be announced. The evening will begin at 6pm on a small red carpet leading into the venue, (with space for photographers as cast, crew and ticket holders enter the venue)…Ticket holders will then enjoy a reception before moving into the Princess Anne Theatre where they will enjoy a screening of the 1980 classic “Flash Gordon” – with thanks to Studio Canal. After the screening, the cast and crew will take to the stage and take part in a Q&A, moderated by actor/producer and Bif Bang Pow! founder Jason Lenzi. The night will close with an after party, at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, where the ticket holders can meet the cast and crew in a social and informal setting. To HELP celebrate this historic event, artist Alex Ross has created a stunning and unique print inspired by the occasion that is available to all ticket holders before being released as a print to the public next year. All profits from the event will be donated to a charity yet to be announced. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, as seating in extremely limited. Tickets are available now via: http://igg.me/at/35thFlashGordonCelebration For more information contact Lisa Downs lisadowns@mac.com +44 7504 477182 About BAFTA 195 Piccadilly BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, the home of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, is situated in the heart of London’s historic West End. Ideal for conferences, exhibitions, celebrations, Bar Mitzvahs and weddings combining all the prestige and glamour of the movies, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly offers understated elegance as well as a number of spaces, which can be transformed for any requirement or theme. Event spaces include a state of the art cinema with 227 seats, an intimate screening room, mezzanine space and gallery as well as an option for a whole venue buy-out at weekends. As featured in Event Magazine’s Top 20, BAFTA 195 Piccadilly holds a full wedding licence for the Princess Anne Theatre, the David Lean Room and the Run Run Shaw Theatre, catering for weddings and receptions from 12 to 350. www.bafta.org/venue-hire About BAFTA The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is an independent charity that supports, develops and promotes the art forms of the moving image by identifying and rewarding excellence, inspiring practitioners and benefiting the public. In addition to its Awards ceremonies, BAFTA has a year-round programme of learning events and initiatives – featuring workshops, masterclasses, scholarships, lectures and mentoring schemes – in the UK, USA and Asia; it offers unique access to the world’s most inspiring talent and connects with a global audience of all ages and backgrounds. BAFTA relies on income from membership subscriptions, individual donations, trusts, foundations and corporate partnerships to support its ongoing outreach work. To access the best creative minds in film, television and games production, visit www.bafta.org/guru. For more, visit www.bafta.org.
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