This weekend is the annual Steampunk Festival in Port Townsend. Here's the weekend line up and info. you'll need to attend this fun-filled weekend! http://www.brassscrew.org/schedule/
Tickets can be purchased online at: http://www.brassscrew.org/tickets/
Friday, June 8 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday, June 9 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Northwest Maritime (2nd Floor) Bazaar of the Bizarre - all ages
Check out the unique Steampunk themed vendors with items for sale. Everything from hats, swords, leather goods, costumes and more!
Friday, June 8 at 5 p.m. and Saturday, June 9 at 10 a.m. Bodger's Grand Exhibition at the Pope Marine Building - all ages
Imagine a science fair unburdened by vulgar constraints like reality or physics. Judging will consider artistry, function, documentation, steampunk vision. With $100's in prizes, we're putting our loot on the plank!
We are proud to feature celebrity judges and master Bodgers, Tobias McCurry and the return of Lord Towers. The exhibition is open to the public but to exhibit you must be signed up with the Brass Screw Confederacy's Bodger-in-Chief. Come in and show off your stuff!
There is still time to get involved! Please see our Rules and Information page for all of the details: http://www.brassscrew.org/events/bodgers-grande-exhibition/
Saturday, June 9 Top Hat Pinewood Racers - all ages
This year the Brass Screw introduces Top-Hat Pinewood Racers, the intrepid adventures of the BSC Plunger, the Aeronaut Challenges, and other adventures. Come try your skill in time trails at the Legion Hall from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 9 Lectures at Key City Public Theatre - all ages
The History of Conjuring
Time:10:00am
Presenter: Professor DR Schreiber
Early in the 19th century, magic, or conjuring as it was referred, emerged as a genuine art form and entertainment. Professors of natural philosophy and conjuring would rent taverns, legitimate theaters or lecture halls for the exhibition and displays of the latest scientific discovery, mechanical innovation or mathematical theory. The conjurers of the late 18th and early 19th Century grew these ideas into full displays for all to see and experience. Cultivating the theories, innovations and discoveries of the early scientists and inventors, the conjurers used their skill in the magical arts to create, in reality, what the public could only dream. Professor DR Schreiber will present the history of modern magic in his lecture and discuss how many of these conjurers helped to influence later generations of inventors, scientists, doctors and beyond.
Professor DR Schreiber, the historical conjurer, is a Portland, OR-based magic historian, performer, and instructor of young magicians. He is the past President and current Vice President of the Portland Assembly of Society of American Magicians, a member of the Portland Society of Magicians, the Conjuring Arts Research Center and the Academy of Magical Arts (Magic Castle), as well as a certified mentor for the Society of Young Magicians, Salem and Portland chapters. Schreiber is also holds status of Full Professor at Camelard College of Conjuring Chemmis. Schreiber is also the won the award for 2011 Stan Kramien Excellence in Stage Magic competition. Schreiber uses his long career as a television producer and years of working as a cast member at Disneyland to enhance the all around entertainment experience for his audience.
Conjuring Show
Time: 12:00pm
Presenter: Professor DR Schreiber
Feel the sense of wonder and amazement as Professor DR Schreiber emulates the far gone era of early conjurers. In the late 18th and early 19th century, many believed that the future would hold wonderful and miraculous inventions and discoveries, many of which have yet to be. From mind control devices to time travel, anything and everything seemed possible as the world entered into the industrial revolution. Innovators such as Benjamin Franklin harnessed the power of lightning. Theories of thought transference had been proposed by Dr. Franz Mesmer. Machines in the form of automatons could perform complex and difficult computations and tasks. And bigger steam powered machines could force the land around us to adhere to our will. The innovations and discoveries of the late 18th century sparked the imagination of the public and planted the seeds for future generations of dreamers. Professor DR Schreiber’s performance once again sparks the imagination of the public with his examination of what history could have been. Just as the conjurers of the past, he explores the possibilities of what could be.
Tales of Monster Hunting with Lindsay Schopfer
Time: 1:00pm
Presenter: Lindsay Schopfer
Come join author Lindsay Schopfer as he tells tales of adventure in character as Keltin Moore, professional monster hunter. After the show, Lindsay will answer questions about the Keltin Moore series of adventures as well as his other novels and short stories.
BRASS: Year Three
Time: 3:00pm
Presenter: John Longenbaugh
As we move into our third year of producing BRASS: A Steampunk Adventure Serial, we celebrate the imminent conclusion of Season II of the Audio Series podcast, review our live shows, take a look at our recently critically acclaimed short "The Kinesigraph," and talk with BRASS Showrunner John Longenbaugh about the upcoming mini-series "The Devil in Whitechapel." Plus a live reading with special guests, including Tad Morgan (co-creator of “The Devil in Whitechapel)!
John Longenbaugh (BRASS) is a Northwest-based writer-producer whose plays include "Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol," "Scotch and Donuts" and "Arcana." When he's not hard at work on his upcoming novel he enjoys the occasional spar with the fine gentlemen and ladies of BWAHAHAHA. See what he's up to at john.longenbaugh.com, and check out BRASS at battlegroundproductions.org.
“What’s in Your Trunk?, or, How the Elephant Got Its Obelisk”
Time: 4:00pm
Presenter: Mahometan & Celestial, LLC
When is an expedition indistinguishable from an intrusion? We suspect the answer may not be to your liking.
Sunday, June 10 Lectures at Key City Public Theatre - all ages
The History Files
Time: 10:00am
Presenter: Gordon Frye
Join Gordon Frye and guests for a live audience recording of The History Files! The History Files is a weekly podcast dedicated to history of all eras. Hosted by historian Gordon Frye and various guests, they discuss history in the news, in the media, in literature, in politics, and just about anywhere else.
Forgotten Adventurers
Time: 11:00am
Presenter: Elizabeth Young
From antiquarians to postal workers, the Victorian era offered many opportunities for the courageous and the curious to lead interesting lives, fraught with danger. Some of them became quite famous, and are well-known to us today, such as Stanley and Livingstone, Shackleton, and Carter. Many others are less well-known, but their stories are well worth the telling. Forgotten Adventurers seeks to shed some light on some of the less well-known undertakers of perilous adventures in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Saturday, June 9 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 10 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tactical Croquet at Memorial Field - all ages
"Anyone who plays this must be mad." Come on over to Memorial Field and play the oddest game of croquet on record. Maneuver ball through a mixed-up world of obstacles and challenges. Imagine all the best portions of miniature golf, croquet, and Alice in Wonderland rolled into a leisurely afternoon pastime. Reserve as a foursome or join in with new-found friends for a game of croquet refereed by the Red Queen with the White Rabbit as timekeeper. Clockwork flamingos watch on as you make for the wickets across an obstacle course of greenery.
Saturday, June 9 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Nerf Wars! at Memorial Field - ages 12+
Put your gigglemug on and Frolic with Lord and Lady Towers, in an all out steampunk Nerf gun battle. Bring your Nerf guns but remember for safety our judges can fire your Nerf gun at your head from 4 feet away to make sure all mates are properly protected. Must always wear eye protection while engaged. Goggles on and let the Nerf Darts Fly!! *All who participate in Nerf Wars will receive a raffle ticket at a chance to win some prizes. Must be present with raffle ticket to win. Please stick around after the Nerf Battle to see if you have a winning raffle ticket.* Recommended for ages 12+ only.
Friday and Saturday, June 8 and 9 Absinthe Room at the American Legion Hall - 21+
You could have sworn a moment ago you were navigating the dark streets of the brick-built city, dodging the flickering light cast by gas streetlamps, in case you had been followed. But now … how did you arrive here? An alluring enclosure, filled with strange green lights and fascinating, drifting music.
An instinct to flee is overcome by curiousity - who are these winged surreal visions approaching, and … is that absinthe they are carrying? Perhaps the pursuit of the artifact could wait a spell. After all, it had been dormant for hundred of years. What was another hour?
Welcome to the Absinthe Room! We have some fine and very rare absinthes for you to enjoy, some of which are limited and cannot be found again. Be aware, that this is while supplies last. While the event has planned for enough for everyone, they want everyone to understand that there is a possibility they will run out.
Event is 21+ -- so get a sitter and don't miss this unique experience!
Saturday, June 9 from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. is the Brass Screw Hootenanny at the American Legion Hall located at 209 Monroe Street. 21+
This year we are honored to feature Jason Weebly (www.jasonweebly.com) and The Nathaniel Johnstone Band (http://nathanialjohnstone.com). Tickets are available online or at the door - space permitting. It's recommended to purchase your tickets ahead of time at:
This event is for ages 21+, so get a sitter and have a blast!
Sunday, June 10 from 11 a.m. - 12 noon check out the Proving Grounds
Think you're ready for some peril? We'll get you trained for derring-do with hands-on training in the handling of sword and cutlass, bayonet and bow tie. This limited class, taught by director, Nathan Barrett, assisted by the Brotherhood of Oceanic Mercenaries (BOOM) starts Sunday at 11 a.m. sharp.
Limited availability and only at Brass Screw Confederacy 2018: Perilous Adventures!
For a full list of events that are open to Steampunks of all ages, check out the web site at http://www.brassscrew.org/events/allages
