The Escapade Vid Show will be live-streaming this year on Vimeo, then will be available to re-watch at your convenience. We want everyone, including festivids participants (https://festivids.dreamwidth.org/) to submit vids to the Escapade vid show. We are open for vid submissions through February 10. It will be a simpler process (no FTP). Check out the details here: https://escapadecon.net/vid-show/submit-vid/ and email vids@escapadecon.net if you have questions.
The Panel Ballot is open for voting through February 1. We received almost 100 suggestions, so this is your chance to let us know what you'd like to see on the schedule. If you think there's still something missing, you can submit a write-in panel suggestion. Go here to vote: https://escapadecon.net/panels/panel-ballot/ You can come back and update your choices until the voting closes on February 1.
Escapade Convention - Tech and Volunteers
Jan. 26th, 2021 10:57 pmHow do I connect to Escapade 31?
Our plans are to have panel conversations (video optional) on Zoom, text chat on Discord, video streaming on Vimeo, and the art show on Tumblr. If you have any concerns about accessing the virtual convention, we will be running a "test drive" session on Saturday afternoon before the convention (February 13) with activity on all platforms. You will be able to try out your system, and get live tech support from convention staff. We want everyone to be connected and confident before the convention launches on February 19.
Do I have to buy hardware or software?
No. All of the applications we are planning to use are free on the user's side. If you want to speak in panels (via Zoom) but your computer doesn't have a microphone, you can connect via phone or tablet. If you don't have a phone or tablet, you can still participate via text chat in Discord. If you want to show your face in Zoom, but your computer doesn't have a camera, you can use a tablet or smartphone.
How can I help?
Thank you for asking! If you're comfortable (or willing to get comfortable) with Zoom, we'd like to have a "tech mod" in each panel to watch the text chat, gather raised hands, etc. and pass that information to the rest of the mods. You'll be able to pick panels you wanted to attend anyway. If you help out at 4 or more panels, we'll refund your reg or credit it toward next year.
We will also be running a consuite channel, open during convention hours (or as long as we have someone to host it) as a place to hang out and chat with other fans. It should be pretty mellow. You don't even have to make cucumber sandwiches (unless you want to).
If either of these appeal to you, please email volunteer@escapadecon.net.
Escapade 2019: Streaming Vid Show Playlist
Mar. 4th, 2019 04:16 pm
Escapade is the longest running slash convention in the US. Every year it hosts a vid show of fanvids in front of a live audience. This year, fans have put together a streaming playlist of the vids that were shown over the weekend. Just click on this link and the vid show should start playing. https://www.
- Bridges Burn - Jill, Kathy, and Kay - Rejseholdet (Unit One): http://pteropus.com (download only)
- Fire and the Flood - kat-byrd - The Professionals. A streaming version is here: https://www.viddercon.
com/vid/15699520/ - All Goes Wrong - kat-byrd - Starsky & Hutch. A streaming version is here: https://www.viddercon.
com/vid/15699522/ (warning: flashing/flickering images)
Viddercon is brand new site (many months in the making) that allows fans to build playlists across multiple streaming video platforms. Playlists on this network allow for a mix of vids from You Tube, Vimeo, Peertube, Tumblr, etc. This site is a proof of concept and currently in its very early stages. It is being built by fans for fans. Fans currently working on the project are vidders Garfield (VidderKidder) and Morgan Dawn (MeeeDeee).
As you wander through the site, you may come across other convention vids shows, vid challenges or personal recommendation playlists. The convention vid shows are unofficial collections that the site has been using to test playlist creation and embedding under "real world" conditions. All playlists have been created using publicly posted info and all have been clearly marked as "unofficial".
escapade_con posted: troducing: FanFair 2019! [Escapade Con]
New for Escapade 2019, an experiment! Do you have crafts that you’d like to share with convention goers but don’t want to commit to missing out on the convention to sit in the dealer room? Do you find yourself at a loss for something to do before the con starts on Friday? I have a small scale solution to these dilemmas. Announcing the first (but we hope not last) Fan Fair! Fanfare? Fair Fans? FanFair!!
escapadecon:
A new scholarship for 2017 has been endowed through the efforts of our transgender mistresses of technology, Evelyn D.
The scholarship is need based and applications are open to anyone identifying as non-binary or transgender.
To apply or nominate a fellow fan email EscapadeEvelynScholarship@gmail.com with name and preferred pronouns of the potential recipient, the best way to contact them, an introduction, and one thing Escapade or slash fandom in general could do to improve visibility or awareness of gender non-conforming issues. The ideas will be shared with the fan community so be sure to let us know if you do not wish to be credited.
Please limit applications and nominations to those who would otherwise be unable to attend for financial reasons.
Please reblog, retweet, and otherwise help signal boost!
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Registered for Escapade 2017
Dec. 9th, 2016 08:27 pmEscapade 2016 Vid Show
Mar. 22nd, 2016 05:20 pmVids appwar in random order: http://archiveofourown.org/collections/Escapade2016VidShow
The following vids are still missing.
*Savoy Truffle by nakedBee
*Stolen Houses by Smutcutter
*Prove It On Me Blues by diannelemarc
*Help I'm Alive by Killa
If you know of links to these vids drop me a note.
Tumblr CrossPost: Greetings from Escapade!
Nov. 5th, 2015 03:25 pmWe are ramping up for Escapade 26 and are working to finalize our contract with an LAX-adjacent hotel.
Dates: We are 95% certain that Escapade 26 will be held February 26-28, 2016 (with early check-in on the evening of the 25th). If you are already registered, and the final dates selected don’t work, let us know promptly and we will refund your membership or roll the full amount to 2017.
Hotel: TBD, but it will be on the LAX strip (Los Angeles, CA), with a free airport shuttle and available self-parking. We will post an update and hotel reservation link within the week.
Extended Discount: Because hotel negotiations are taking longer than expected, we are extending the discounted registration price of $110 through November 10th. Please take advantage of the discount and register now.
Website: We have re-worked the Escapade site to better support membership information, dealers, artists and vidders. The member information requires a login, which will allow you to view and update all your own information. If you have any questions, Ellie is available to assist you. Her email is: ellie@escapadecon.net
Already registered for 2016? If you registered in person at last year’s convention (or volunteered), we have pre-registered you to the website and credited the appropriate amount toward your membership for Escapade 26. Go here to generate an email link & set your own password: http://ift.tt/
1PcIXGn You can either enter the email you gave us last year, or your badge name (without any spaces). If you have any trouble getting logged in, Ellie will be happy to help. Her email is: ellie@escapadecon.net

ESCAPADE 25, March 6-8, 2015
Feb. 24th, 2015 01:17 pmhttp://www.escapadecon.net/
For regular attendees, much is familiar: same hotel, many familiar friends, hot topics with scintillating discussion, and a certain amount of kvetching because there isn't room on the schedule (or in a day or a weekend) for every panel topic we wanted to discuss.
Some things will be different. We have more new people this year, and some old friends are joining us again. With 25 years behind us, we're celebrating how we got here. With 25 years before us (yes, we're up for 25 more), we're looking at ourselves and the world around us through different lenses, and we expect spirited and enthusiastic debate.
We have a few spaces left. If you're on the fence, now is the time to take action. Wednesday, February 25 is the last day to get hotel rooms at the con rate. We look forward to seeing you.
Please link/forward/share this post. Thank you."
Escapade Art Show
Mar. 28th, 2014 08:13 pmAnd if you are not on tumblr, just check back weekly here: http://escapadecon.tumblr.com/tagged/escapade-art-show and don't forget to scroll back for older entries
Among the items showcased so far...
Teen Wolf - a wolf and his boy
Despicable Me Minion hats (worn by the art show volunteers during the auction)
A dapper Pacific Rim portrait
A knitted Dalek
Thor and Loki linocut
Escapade Convention - Nearby Stores
Feb. 24th, 2014 09:51 amNorth of the In and Out Burger on Sepulveda Blvd is a CVS Pharmacy, a Trader Joes and a Ralphs grocery store. Parking for some of these stores is behind the stores on the Sepulveda Westway. Basically, if there is no parking lot in front, take the streets that will lead you to the back.
The nearest Starbucks
The nearest liquor store
The low cost shuttle to Manhatten Beach
If you want your food delivered to you, check out GrubHub.
As an aside the Big Blue Bus can also take you to Venice Beach (1hr) and the Santa Monica Pier (30 min).
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Escapade 2014-black tee shirts by EscapadeCon
If anyone is planning on getting Escapade items there is a 30-50% discount today. Coupon code: SEASONOFLOVE, ends today (2/4/2014)
You can get discounts on mugs, tote bags, buttons, t-shirts and more with the code.
theme image to match! Also, because we live in the future, we can now
offer print-on-demand t-shirts through Zazzle!
http://www.zazzle.com/escapadecon
There are several image variations available and you can get them
printed on a bewildering array of shirts. You can even get tank tops or
hoodies! There are also a large variety of sizes: women's shirts go up
to XL or 3XL depending on the style while the men's styles run bigger,
with the Basic t-shirt going up to 6x.
First pick a design, then choose a shirt style and color. If you're
feeling really adventurous, you can also customize the design by
resizing it and/or moving it to the pocket or the back of the shirt.
You can also add text or other images. The sky's the limit!
From the Escapade mailing list:
"A few people have asked, so here it is: We are now offering Significant Other memberships.
What is it, you ask? I'll tell you -- if you're registered and coming to Escapade, you can bring your possibly less fannish S.O. for a mere $65.00. Your S.O. will be welcomed at the Welcome Party, the Vid Show, the Art Show and Auction, the Sunday morning breakfast, the con suite, the dealer's room... Basically, they're welcome to all areas of the con except for panel discussions."
Escapade is one a fan run slash convention held each year in Southern California. This year it will be held near LAX for easier access for those flying is. More here.
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Escapade - a slash slumber party will be held this year end of February at a hotel close to LAX airport (that’s sunny Los Angeles, California for you freezing folks). Lots of fandoms represented, a vid show, an art show, a dealer’s room…..More here: http://www.escapadecon.net/ |
Escapade - a slash slumber party will be held this year end of February at a hotel close to LAX airport (that’s sunny Los Angeles, California for you freezing folks). Lots of fandoms represented, a vid show, an art show, a dealer’s room…..More here: http://www.escapadecon.net/ |
As an aside the Big Blue Bus can also take you to Venice Beach (1hr) and the Santa Monica Pier (30 min).
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Escapade Convention - Liquor
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Even more amusing is that someone took the time to post photos of the liquor store (all 15 of them) Sample below. More here.
Escapade Convention - Starbucks
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