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==Escapade 2001==
Escapade 11 was held February 16–18, 2001. See flyer.
From the program book: 
==Programming==
 
From the online version, an intro: 
Friday:
* Fanfiction as a spiritual path, or, How hot sweaty slash changed my life by Devo, elynross, Thea (There are some (many?) fans for whom slash opened doors, widened worlds, and offered a new perspective on life itself. Are you one of them?)
* Writing Workshop 1 by Kat Allison, Mairead/Aristide (Melissa) (A hands-on, participatory workshop that will give you a chance to play around and experiment with an actual piece of your own writing. We'll be doing a number of brief exercises in rewriting and revising, and discussing the results.)
* Gayboy tells all by Mark (Uh... gay boy. Tells all. Enough said. Meet Mark, who is happy to answer all your prurient questions about, well, you know.)
* Website Workshop 1 (alternate programming) by Naomi aka the lady of shalott (Will cover setting up a basic website to host your fanfic (no knowledge of HTML needed to begin with).)
* Writing Workshop 2 by Kat Allison, Mairead/Aristide (Melissa)
* Pushing It to the Limit: H/C, bondage, SM, death by Megan Kent, Jennifer Holland, Katharine Scarritt (Given that slash is beyond the limit of most fans' comfort, what is acceptable in slash? What role should canon play? What are the writer's motives?)
* TiVo Users Group (TUG) Meeting (alternate programming) by Rachael Sabotini (Come and talk about our newest toy!)
* Critical feedback: the author's best friend by JiM, Katharine Scarritt (When someone loves your writing enough to tell you what they thought, you've done something right. When someone loves it enough to tell you details of what they thought, down to the spell check and style, the use of words, then you've done something really right.)
* Real Person Slash by Meg Bruck, Dara S (Libel? Slander? Just good clean fun? What's the appeal of Real Person slash? And who's getting RPS'd today?)
* Eroica Fans Gathering (alternate programming) by Thea
* X-Files: Who Does Chris Carter Think This Krycek Person Is, Anyhow? by Agnes Tomorrow, Laurie Fenster (This is a time when we look at the show and think, "Wait. Chris Carter doesn't understand the concept of 'canon'," What's up, Chris? Even ignoring the (obvious) slash elements, you're wasting a valuable character here.)
* State of Fandom Address by Sandy K. Hereld, Maygra de Rhema (Like the State of the Union, only more interesting.)
* Qui-Gon/Obi-Wan: Still As Bright? (alternate programming) by Eliz-mar Von (A look at the SW:TPM slash fandom nearly two years later.)
* Rape Fic by Kady Mae, Maygra de Rhema, Carol (...for those who love it.)
* West Wing: can a non-slash show survive in slash fandom? by Sue Love, Stacy Doyle, Merry Lynne (What is it about this show that has captured the attention and interest of slash fen? Is there an interest in the portrayal of the politics of government or is it totally character driven, how it is that it is holding the interest of slash fen, yet is arguably not slash show - or is it? If it is, then who are the viable pairings?)
* I'm Taking My Ball and Starting a New List: or, The Balkanization of Fandom by Kat Allison, Carol, Merry Lynne (Why the proliferation of ever more numerous, smaller, more specialized, often private mailing lists in slash fandom? What effect does it have on the fannish community and on the quality of on-line discussion?)
* QAF: Brit vs. US by Barbara Johnson, Kat Cole (Has America diluted yet another really good British show? Also, what is the nature of slash in a show where the characters are defined as gay?)
* Yaoi vs. Slash (alternate programming) by Thea (Bedmates or Sparring Partners?)
* Friday Night Vid Show by Katharine Scarritt (The new classics, vids you may have seen before sometime in the last year.)
* Bedtime Story Reading by Devo (Join Devo for our traditional bedtime story reading. Bring your teddy bear, your jammies, your vibrator... on second thought, just bring a cup of coffee or a drink and kick back for the fun.)
* Escapade Party (Free margaritas. [Megan] getting tipsy. The probability of you getting so tipsy you don't notice [Megan] doing it.)
Saturday:
* BDSM; What It Is, What It Isn't, and Knowing The Difference by Eliz-mar Von, Ruth Gifford, Layna (An overview of what the letters BDSM mean and discussion of safety and consent issues (we can't be the only ones tired of seeing BDSM in a header and then discovering that the writer meant non-con rape and or torture). We'll have a few "toys" on display and would love to spend some time in a Q&A discussion. All three of the leaders "play" in real life and come from varying backgrounds in the BDSM world.)
* DS: Fraser/Kowalski: Soulmates, or a dysfunctional relationship in the making? by Kat Allison, LaT, Zen&nancy
* Vidding Workshop (2 hours) by Carol, Lynn C.(This workshop will cover: a comparison between digital and analog vidding; a how-to for analog vidding; a how-to for digital vidding; and a discussion of the artistic side of vidding, including song and clip choices, and techniques to avoid.)
* Characterization: What it is and why it matters by Meg Wittenmyer/Black, Sandy Justine, JiM (If you're going to watch a show, then you're going to write a story, isn't it a good idea to write about the guys you just watched in the show? Justifying what you write based on characterization is part of the fun!)
* Hard Core Logo: all the good things you took to your grave..." by Zen&nancy, Mairead/Aristide (Melissa)
* Discrimination in the slash community by Meg Bruck, Naomi aka the lady of shalott (Old-timers vs. new-timers, print vs. net, producers vs. consumers, critics vs. happy-happy joy-joy. Most people have found a group with whom to identify—and many of them have found a reason to dislike another group. Fandom has grown strong enough to afford infighting and discrimination... but why?)
* SG-1: in search of good writing in SG-1 by Sandy K. Hereld, Kathy Martin, Margie Gillis (Star Trek: Voyager - The Last Season (alternate programming). How it will affect quality of the fandom and the quantity of fiction produced.)
* Fannish Ethics: Who sets the standards of our community? by Megan Kent, Katharine Scarritt (Manners vs. rules (etiquette); the standard is constantly shifting, but some things stay the same.)
* Legal issues surrounding fanfic by Morgan Dawn, Cynthia Hoffman (An attorney's pov about what we do, in light of corporate admissions that slash exists and that.producers aren't doing much about it anymore. Still, who has what rights?)
* Angel: Bachelor Number Three...? (alternate programming) by Havisham (Who is Angel's Perfect Match?)
* Writing, Reading, and Feedback: Presents, Potlatch, or Economic Exchange? by eiynross, Sue Love, Rachael Sabotini, Megan Kent ( Discussion of the nature of the relationship between readers and writers.)
* TS: Why Can't They Do Blair Right? by JenCat004, Sandy Justine
* Impact of Computer Tools on Vidding by Lynn C, Killashandra, Melina Clark (Vidding used to be push-and-pause between 2 vers, and a LOT of patience. Now with I-movie and Final Cut and Macintosh G4's, the technological leap is here and it isn't going anywhere. Are vids better for the technology available to them?)
* Top 10 Elements of a Terrible Sex Scene by Mairead/Aristide (Melissa) (For example, one element might be "Use goofy euphemisms for sex acts or organs." (I'll never forget reading a story that summed up the sex act by saying, "He lanced her pure white lily." Honest; I'm not making that up.) We've all read really bad sex scenes, and this could be funny if people get into the spirit of it. It could also be educational to examine what people think makes a sex scene fail.)
* HL: Why is Duncan "too important to lose"? by Devo, Melina Clark, Viv Nichols, Ashlyn Donnchaid (As seen from Memos', Joe's, Connor's, and the fan perspective.)
* Magnificent 7: True pairings and permutations (alternate programming) by Lynn C (Who are the "right" couples, and what other combinations are remotely possible? Video excerpts for newcomers.)
* I Spy 101: a slashy introduction to the wonderfulness of I Spy by Kay, Jill, Dorinda (The 1960s spy buddy show I Spy isn't rerun much these days, so not many people know just how wonderfully slashy it is. This panel wants to take care of that problem (and just in time for the DVD releases scheduled for early 2001)! We'll provide an introduction to the show and the two central characters, illustrating the panel with plenty of video clips. Partnership! Banter! Hurt and comfort, both physical and emotional! Two gorgeous men in tight pants, taking off their shirts for the good of Uncle Sam! A hidden slash treasure awaits the curious.)
* Agony & Ecstasy: Sex & Violence in fandom by Maygra de Rhema, Meg Bruck (Can we admit there's healthy appeal to sex and violence—and violent sex—or is there something dark and deep that we're working out?)
* Slash as Resistance by Jennifer Stoy, Lisa Weston, Devo (An academic look at some of the reasons why we write slash.)
* Slashing underage characters by Alegna & Company, Russet McMillan, Sheila (A panel devoted to the discussion of underage slash. What constitutes "underage", what constitutes maturity, fie authors' portrayals of such characters (accurate or not), problems certain fandoms might have with these definitions (especially vampire/immortal fandoms), and such.)
* Website Workshop 2 by Naomi aka the lady of shalott (Setting up and maintaining a fanfic archive, and in particular how to set up the Automated Archive software used by 852 Prospect and the Due South archives.)
* Rhiannon Shaw's Line War by Devo (Come discuss Rhiannon Shaw's Line War story cycle. Set in the Highlander universe, this story has it all—Slash, het, poly, vampires and slave girls, crossover madness, ofc's and omc's up the wazoo, and somehow manages to hold it all together with an underlying question - how do immortals respond to the basic survival imperative of their kind? by going one against all others, or bonding to create true family?)
* Saturday Night Vid Show hosted by Katharine Scarritt
Sunday:
* Art Auction emceed by Shoshanna
* Homoeroticism WOW! by Jennifer Stoy, Zoe Elena (Or What Happens when the Suits start playing Slashy. The integration of homosocial and homosexual behavior in mainstream television.)
* Songvid Appreciation (2 hours) by Sandy K. Hereld, Rachael Sabotini (Comments and feedback on vids you saw last night, Escapade style.)
* Outing Slash by Dara S (Can we stay in the closet forever? Should we even try? OR Moving into the Mainstream: Does slash have a place in the public eye?)
* OZ: Bunnies From Hell by Christy Fish, Merry Lynne, Jo Schlekewy (This world is filled with graphic violence, suffering, pain, sociopaths, psychopaths, and just generally not nice guys. So why are there so many fans out there writing fluffy stories? Is the draw just the naked men?)
* Fanfic pet peeves by Russet McMillan, JiM (What makes us nuts and why we can/can't change it. JiM and Russet certainly have their pet peeves; come and share yours, and see if there's anything to be done about it.)
* Professionals: Heroes or Hard Guys? by Sue Love, Dana Jeanne Norris (Do Bodie and Doyle really want to make England smelling of roses and lavender OR are they bad boys who like playing with guns and fast cars. How do the eps support either view point? How are they portrayed in fanfic?)
* Harry Potter by Russet McMillan, Naomi aka the lady of shalott
* Escapade Brainstorm by Megan Kent, everyone who participates (What is says: a brainstorming session. ESCAPADE has continued on for 11 years now, and maybe it's time to take stock of what the convention offers, what attendees want, what things should change and what should stay the same. We hate to think we're in a rut, even if it's a good rut!)
* Dead Dog Party (Bring your leftover food and drinks and share in everyone else's leftover stories and anecdotes. This is a great time to share last-minute convention stories, make those final efforts to convert more fans to your cause, and generally avoid ai that the convention is nearly over. Tacos and/or burgers provided by concom.)
==Vid Show Rules==
Rules
==Vid Show Playlist==
From the Friday Show
SongVidder(s)Fandom
What Do I Have To DoCarol SXF
One Step UpJ Bennet & Morgan DawnSH
I'll Take Care of YouCarol S & Jackie KAngel
Everything You wantCarol S & Jackie KAngel
Call and AnswerLynn CMag7
Scotland the BraveCarol SHL
I Burn For YouCarol SEnglish Patient
Windmills of Your MindGayle F. & Morgan DawnLFN
Play Me BackwardsGayle F. & Morgan DawnWG
Come To My WindowGayle F.VR5
Everybody Wants YouGayle F.WG
#1 CrushGayle F.LFN
And As For YouBasement Annex (Carol S & Killa)HL
From the Saturday Show
When You Say Nothing At AllCarol S & Jackie KBuffy
Your Horoscope for TodayCarol S & Jackie KBuffy-Angel
In Your EyesLynn CSG
TestifyMorgan Dawn & J BennettSH
Feels Like the First TimeStacy DHarry/Johnny
For the First TimeStacy DWest Wing
When I'm UpJill, Lynn & KayOAT
She's Moved OnJill, Lynn & KayBuffy
Divorce SongCarol S & Kat AllisonHCL
ShackledCarol S & Kat AllisonHCL
Stand By Your ManKatharineBuffy
OpportunitiesBasement Annex (Carol S & Killa)HL
In Your EyesBasement Annex (Carol S & Killa)HL
I Need YouCentral ConsortiumOz
Brass In PocketCentral ConsortiumAT-BG
The Boy is MineCentral ConsortiumSG
Should I Stay or Should I GoChris MBuffy
Help Me MaryCarol SXF
Shown, but not included on the con tape
The Shoop Shoop SongMelinaHL
You've Got a Friend in MeMelinaHL
I WantKillaHL
Dante's PrayerKillaST:TOS
Tears in HeavenKillaHL
You ight ThinkMelinaHL
Sand & WaterMelinaHL
SteamKillaHL
Prince Charming ComesKillaHL
Wicked GameKillaHL
Alasdair Mhic Colla GhasdaKillaHL
Busted2 True ProductionsHCL
Vasoline2 True ProductionsHCL
KryptoniteGwynethN&A
Half the World GwynethN&A
LoveJo & ChristyOz
Showdown at Big SkyJoMag7
Personal JesusMedia CannibalsTS
Let Me InJill, Lynn & SandyRoswell
==Vid Show Reviews==
General comments about the vid show: in 2001, Shoshanna posted the following commentary about the Escapade vid show to the Vidder mailing list.
(Ten years later, upon re-reading her comments, seen below, Shoshanna stated that the reactions to the Escapade vid show that year became part of the motivations behind the creation of Vividcon. (See the prehistory (and current events) of VividCon!, dated March 29, 2011).)
Commentary about the vids themselves: in 2001, Shoshanna posted the following commentary about the vids shown at Escapade to the Vidder mailing list. It is reposted here with permission:
==Vid Show Agenting Controversy==
Note: Originally, copies of Escapade vid shows were mastered, duplicated, and mailed directly to convention attendees on behalf of the concom by staff member Kandy Fong. At one point, she supplied some of these high-quality tapes to Mysti Frank to sell at cons Kandy herself wasn't attending, but after learning that Mysti had inflated the prices and kept the profits, Kandy rescinded any permission for Mysti to copy, distribute, sell, or in any way be associated with Escapade con tapes.
In April 2014, it was discovered that Mysti had been making and selling lower-quality tape copies without the concom's or vidders' knowledge or permission, and also without including any of the vidder credits that Kandy had originally provided. Concom member Charlotte Hill then contacted Mysti and asked her to stop distributing tapes in order to protect the quality and reputation of both the vidders and the vid show.
The original information added to this page offering tapes for sale via Mysti's website is below:
The vid show was released on a songvid VHS tape and sold by Agent With Style. From the description: "The wonderful song vids shown at the Escapade convention in Santa Barbara, CA, each year are collected and presented here for your enjoyment through the auspices of Kandy Fong. Capturing every fandom you could think of -- and many you couldn't! -- these tapes are amazing and not to be missed! Available only in VHS tape."
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