Shore Leave (US convention)/2005

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Shore Leave is an annual fan-run convention that takes place in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. 
 
It was founded by the Star Trek Association of Towson which continues to run it. The first convention took place in 1979; the con was still running as of 2025.
The con's focus was initially on Star Trek, but it has since broadened to include other science fiction media. 
==2005: Shore Leave 27==
It took place July 8-10, 2005 at Marriott's Hunt Valley Inn.
The chairs were Kett Kettering and Marilyn Mann.
The guests of honor: Actors: Mary McDonnell, Steve Bacic, Pat Tallman/Jeffrey Willerth, Danny Strong, Alexis Cruz, Joanna Cassidy, Mark Goddard, Malachi Throne, Chase Masterson, and William Windom. 
Other media: Lee Stringer, Tye Bourdony.
Writers: Strange New Worlds 8 Authors (Lorraine Anderson, Derek Tyler Attico, Kevin Andrew Hosey, A. Rhea King, Kevin Lauderdale, Susan McCrackin, Robert Burke Richardson, Amy Sisson, Kevin Summers, and Paul C. Tseng), Greg Cox, Peter David, Keith R.A. DeCandido, Kevin Dilmore, Michael Jan Friedman, David R. George, Robert Greenberger, Heather Jarman, Robert Jeschonek, Jeffrey Lang, David Mack, Terri Osborne, Marco Palmieri, Roberta Rogow, Lawrence Schoen, Kim Sheard, Dayton Ward, Howard Weinstein, Joan Winston, and Susan Wright. 
Science guests: Lucy Albert, David Batchelor, Kirk Borne, Yoji Kondo (aka Eric Kotani), Carolyn Collins Petersen, Frank Summers, Ray Villard, and Norbert Zacharias.
Other special guests: Gayle Freyman, Polly Luttrull & T A Chafin, Patti Papineau, Boogie Knights, The Chromatics, Luna-C, Temple of Trek, and The Usual Suspects (formerly Not Ready for Paramount Players). 
Some rules: 
Photos for sale: 
From the program book: 
===2005: Programming===
 
* "Join in the Chaos-filk late-night Friday and Saturday with Crystal Paul for filk in a more informal atmosphere. Check the Pocket Program for time and place."
* "Come join us Friday evening in Salon A and enjoy music and merriment from Roberta Rogow, Greg Baker, Brenda Shafer-Shiring and Charles Shiring, the Denebian Slime Devils, and more."
* "The Shore Leave 27 Game Room offers many activities including Role Playing Games (Dungeons and Dragons, D20 Modem, Dragonstar), Collector Card Games (Magic, Clan Wars, Yu-Gi-Oh), Miniature War Games (Battletech Classic, Warhammer 40,000, Battlefleet Gothic), and "Clicky Base" Games (Battletech Dark Age, Marvel Super Heroes). The game room will open Friday at noon, Saturday and Sunday at 9AM, and closes when the staff is too tired to stay awake. Come spend some time with us!"
* "Join the Imperial Klingon Battle Fleet for a Klingon Feast on Friday evening at 7:30PM in "Frankie & Vinnie's." Join Pat Tallman and the Imperial Klingon Battle Fleet for a Celebration of the Struggle of Life with fine food from across the galaxy, rousing songs as they were meant to be sung in both Klingon and English, spirited Klingon dance, inspirational Klingon poetry, and sharp Klingon humor!"
* Showcase: Con Skit: Episode MST-ed: Alexander the Great — William Shatner/Adam West TV pilot by Mystery Trekkie Theater ("The masterminds of Mystery Trekkie Theater guarantee us that this year, the evil of our Mad Scientist knows no bounds. Frustrated with his inability over the past decade to break the will of Bob, Mike, and Peter, this year he has unearthed something so horrific ... so mindbogglingly Trekkish... so bizarre, that we can personally assure you: If you have never seen any MTT3K before, this is the one you must see. If you've seen every single one, this one will be unlike any that have come before. We promise greatness.") (see for more information on the con's skits in general)
* Showcase: Con Play: "The Usual Suspects will be tackling the world of our favorite young wizard in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prisoner of the Sorcerer's Secret Goblet of the Phoenix." (see for more information on the con's skits in general)
* Costume Contest: no inebriated contestants, no live animals, no fire, explosives or projectiles, flash powder, or other open flame, "No nudity or obscenity. General guideline - keep it PG-13," each contestant gets 45 seconds, one costume per body, and "The Masquerade Director reserves the right to eliminate anyone from competition on the basis of taste, danger to the audience or other contestants, or other liability issues. Remember: surprise the audience, but never the Director or the tech crew!"
* Art Workshop by Gayle Freyman ("There will be a free Art Workshop for beginning and advanced artists during the weekend. Let Gayle prove to you that anyone can draw!")
* CGI Workshop with Emmy Award Winning CGI Supervisor Lee Stringer ("This workshop covers a wide range of topics within the 3D Computer Animated world. Using examples from Battlestar Galactica, Firefly, and Star Trek he will cover modeling, animation, camera work, lighting, and compositing. Whether you are looking for a job within the growing CGI Industry or just a keen hobbyist, you'll learn something new. Ideal for those just starting or those looking to move to the next level. Please feel free to bring your own work/demo reel for a complete review after the workshop. This workshop is free of charge.")
* Model Building Workshop ("Once again, The Collective will be sponsoring a Make-and-Take at Shore Leave 27. In addition to the Polar Lights Classic Enterprise and Klingon D7 snap kits, we will also have the re-released X-Wing Fighter snap kit from Racing Champions/Ertl. The cost of the Polar Lights kits is $12/each. The X-Wing Fighter is $15/each.")
* Screenwriting Workshop by Howie Weinstein and Michael Jan Friedman ("We're going to focus on story-pitching -- the mysterious art of how to tell your story in order to sell your story. This skill is indispensable in getting agents and producers interested in what you write. We'll also cover any other questions you may have about the craft and business of writing for TV and movies. This workshop will take place on Saturday. No charge and no advance registration required.")
* Writers Seminars - New Format by Keith DeCandido, Kevin Dilmore, Michael Jan Friedman, Jeffrey Lang, David Mack, and Dayton Ward ("Six of our writer "regulars" will hold a series of seminars on a variety of topics pertaining ot writing. These seminars will be free, and they promise fascinating insights into the writers craft. Please consult the Pocket Program for times, locations, and details.")
* The Chromatics
===2005: Gallery of Ephemera and Samples from the Program Book===
Image:shoreleave27winston.jpg|from the 2005 program book
Image:shoreleave27-1.jpg|from the 2005 program book
Image:shoreleave27-2.jpg|from the 2005 program book
Image:shoreleave27-3.jpg|from the 2005 program book
Image:shoreleave27-4.jpg|from the 2005 program book
==References==
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Category:Star Trek Conventions
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