Chicago TARDIS 2015: Full Schedule

8:00pm CST

All-Access & Reserved Member Reception

Thursday November 26, 2015 8:00pm - 10:00pm CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

10:00am CST

Camp Time Lord Badge Making

All conventions have a badge. Just for fun, Camp Time Lord has one that can be decorated and personalized. There's also our personalized button making.

Friday November 27, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

10:00am CST

Chicago TARDIS Fire Up!

It's trad, dad! Our welcome panel delights both first-timers and old hands with a preview of the weekend, fun games, and a chance to ask questions about how the convention works.

Speakers

Steven Warren Hill

Program Director, Chicago TARDIS

Owner of Gallifrey Base, BroaDWcast, and the Doctor Who Cuttings Archive. Author of the books "Silver Scream" Vols. 1 and 2, and "Red White and Who: The Story of Doctor Who in America." Program Director and host for Chicago TARDIS. Creator and leader of Mysterious Theatre 337.Objects... Read More →

Jennifer Kelley

Convention Chair, Trenzalore

Programming Director at Chicago TARDIS since the beginning (2000). Masquerade Director at Gallifrey One since 2012. Essayist with pieces appearing in the Hugo-winning Chicks Dig TIme Lords, Companion Piece (both Mad Norwegian Press), and the Outside In trilogy (ATB Publishing). Co-author... Read More →

Friday November 27, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

11:00am CST

Make Your Own Cosplay

Lots of people dress up at Chicago TARDIS. Now you can make your very own cosplay, such as alien paper masks, Dalek hats and bow ties.

Friday November 27, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

11:00am CST

The Pertwee Era As the Golden Age of Doctor Who

We take an in-depth look at the Pertwee era, including the production team and values, the concept of Time Lord as Action Hero, the inclusion of U.N.I.T. and the Master, Jo Grant as a template for the modern companion, and much more.

Speakers

Ken Deep

Showrunner, L. I. Who

Showrunner of the Long Island Doctor Who Convention and contributing writer to A World of Demons: The Villains of Doctor Who... Read More →

Sherry Holcomb

Nathan Laws

Host, The 42cast

I am the host of The 42cast your Ultimate Answer to Fandom, Geekiness, and Everything. I've also recently started Timestreams, a podcast where my friend Juliette and I are watching all of Doctor Who from the beginning. She's never seen any of it, and I've been watching since I was... Read More →

M. Catherine Wesselman

Friday November 27, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Classic Series

11:00am CST

Interview Hour: Mullan, Madison, F. Jones

We chat separately with several of our guests, starting with Ross Mullan at 11:00, Sarah Louise Madison at 11:20, and Finn Jones at 11:40.

Moderators

Rob Levy

Blooger/podcaster/writer, needcoffee.com

Rob Levy writes the Dr. Wholigan blog for Anglotopia.net and Tardistopia.net. he also is a podcaster/writer for Needcoffee.com, and occasional contributing guest podcaster for Earth Station Who. For 23 years he has hosted the award winning Juxtaposition on KDHX radio in St. Louis... Read More →

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Friday November 27, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

11:00am CST

Invasion of the (Very) Small Squares

What's up with the popularity of colored squares these days? The history, background, and modern look at the 8-bit/pixel retro art style, featuring PixelWho.

Speakers

Ly Cao

Nathan Skreslet

Friday November 27, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

11:00am CST

Alex Kingston Photos 1

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Friday November 27, 2015 11:00am - 12:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

12:00pm CST

Camp Time Lord Open Activities

Stop by for some leisurely crafting and other fun.

Friday November 27, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

12:00pm CST

Camp Time Lord Open Activities

Chill out with some leisurely crafts and other activities.

Friday November 27, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

12:00pm CST

Doctor Who Magazine Then and Now

Current DWM Editor Tom Spilsbury discusses the legacy of the magazine, how it differs between the early 90s and today, and what remains the same.

Moderators

Steven Warren Hill

Program Director, Chicago TARDIS

Artists

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Friday November 27, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

12:00pm CST

The Worlds of Big Finish

Get an overview of the newest releases from Big Finish, and what's coming up.

Artists

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Friday November 27, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Doctor Who Universe

12:00pm CST

Noon Interview Hour :McNeice, Starkey, Franklin

We hang with Ian McNeice at noon, Dan Starkey at 12:20, and Richard Franklin at 12:40.

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Friday November 27, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

12:15pm CST

Samuel Anderson Photos 1

Artists

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Friday November 27, 2015 12:15pm - 12:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

12:45pm CST

Paul McGann Photos 1

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Friday November 27, 2015 12:45pm - 1:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:00pm CST

Clara Collage

In honor of Jenna Coleman, decorate paper leaves with images of the Impossible Girl herself.

Friday November 27, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

1:00pm CST

Moffat Era Smackdown

Should he stay or should he go? And why is he so polarizing? Everything Moffat comes up on the table for dissection this hour.

Speakers

Jan Fennick

Author: co-author of RED WHITE & WHO: THE STORY OF DOCTOR WHO IN AMERICA, essays in: OUTSIDE IN VOL 1, OUTSIDE IN VOL 2, OUTSIDE IN BOLDLY GOES, OUTSIDE IN MAKES IT SO, OUTSIDE IN TAKES A STAB, OUTSIDE IN GAINS A SOUL, OUTSIDE IN TRUSTS NO ONE, OUTSIDE IN WANTS TO BELIEVE, OUTSIDE... Read More →

Daniel Harper

Kathryn Sullivan

author, Fox Pointe Publishing

I write young adult fantasy and science fiction. I also wrote “The Fanzine Factor”, in the Hugo winning CHICKS DIG TIME LORDS and have essays in CHILDREN OF TIME: COMPANIONS OF DOCTOR WHO and OUTSIDE IN: 160 NEW PERSPECTIVES ON 160 DOCTOR WHO STORIES BY 160 WRITERS and newly released... Read More →

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Friday November 27, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Current Series

1:00pm CST

The Expanded McGann

We take a look at the 8th Doctor in audios and novels, highlighting the broad plot developments and making recommendations on what stories not to miss.

Speakers

Brandon Baranowski

Nathan Laws

Host, The 42cast

Adam Schoeneman

Friday November 27, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

1:00pm CST

An Hour with Andrew Cartmel

Chat with Andrew in the cozy setting of Programming 4.

Artists

Andrew Cartmel

7th Doctor Era Script Editor

Friday November 27, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Guest Interview

1:00pm CST

One O'clock Interview Hour: Levene, Anderson

We meet up with John Levene at 1 p.m., then welcome Samuel Anderson at 1:20 p.m.

Moderators

Rob Levy

Blooger/podcaster/writer, needcoffee.com

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Friday November 27, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

1:30pm CST

Ian McNeice/Ironsides Photos

Artists

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Friday November 27, 2015 1:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:45pm CST

Game of Thrones Photos

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Friday November 27, 2015 1:45pm - 2:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:45pm CST

Alex Kingston Autographs 1

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Friday November 27, 2015 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

2:00pm CST

Katy Manning/Finn Jones Photos

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Friday November 27, 2015 2:00pm - 2:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:00pm CST

Tony Lee: Change the Channel

Are you a reluctant reader? Do you have trouble starting a story? Then rejoice, as #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Tony Lee brings his award winning 'Change The Channel' tour to Chicago!

With eight years worth of international touring across five continents worth of schools, academies and colleges, and with thousands of students following his advice, join Tony as he shows you that not only can reading be fun, but it's as easy as watching TV!

Artists

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Friday November 27, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

2:00pm CST

Big Finish: Tables Turned

To augment our usual Big Finish panels with Big Finish running the show, we give you a fan panel where you can talk about the highs and lows of Big Finish Productions!

Speakers

Barnaby Edwards

Shaun Lyon

Program Director & Co-Founder, Gallifrey One Conventions

Raconteur; bon vivant; cupcakeaholic.

Matthew Turner

Friday November 27, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

2:00pm CST

You Said You Wanted An Ax Fight: the Music Panel

We take our annual listen at the music of Doctor Who, this time with extra guitar.

Speakers

Nick Seidler

Chicago TARDIS

Founder and Co-owner of the Earthbound TimeLords page to include the Doctor Who Scripts Page, the Doctor Who Fanzine Preservation Project, the Diary of Doctor Who Role-Playing Games page, as well as the first archive of academic articles on Doctor Who. Author and contributor to the... Read More →

Robert Warnock

Friday November 27, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Doctor Who Universe

2:00pm CST

Torchwood Live Commentary "A Day in the Death"

Hear what fans have to say about a great Torchwood episode. Because this is Torchwood, parental discretion is advised.

Moderators

Charles Martin

Friday November 27, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

2:00pm CST

Cosplay vs. Masquerade

What's the difference between putting together a cosplay costume and a Masquerade entry costume? Why should you take the step and compete? Our costumer experts will tell all!

Speakers

Carole Brown

Costumed Events Co-Chair, Chicago TARDIS

Carole is a writer, photographer, actor, storyteller, and was a stage manager in her past life

Decca Dennett

Feminist, competitive cosplayer, college student, and fierce defender of Martha Jones. Nine is my Doctor, but Two is my favorite.

Quiana Howard

Beth Laws

Owner, Designer, Mrs Whiskers Studios

Friday November 27, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

2:15pm CST

Katy Manning Photos 1

Artists

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Friday November 27, 2015 2:15pm - 2:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:30pm CST

Big Finish Signing: Friday

Artists

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Friday November 27, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

2:45pm CST

John Levene Photos 1

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Friday November 27, 2015 2:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:00pm CST

Sarah Louise Madison Photos 1

Artists

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Friday November 27, 2015 3:00pm - 3:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:00pm CST

Samuel Anderson Autographs 1

Artists

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Friday November 27, 2015 3:00pm - 3:45pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

3:00pm CST

Puppet People

Create the heroes and villains from Doctor Who out of paper bags... Or if you want to go mini try the felt finger puppets.

Friday November 27, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

3:00pm CST

Missy, Blowing Our Minds

We take a look at the Master-- or, rather, Missy, as she's currently known. What appeals about the bad Time Lord we all love to hate. You'll say something nice, of course….

Speakers

Rod Hedrick

Lynne M Thomas

Editor/Publisher, Uncanny Magazine

Co-editor in chief/co publisher of Uncanny Magazine.11-time Hugo Award WinnerCo-editor of Chicks Dig Time LordsMember of the Verity! Podcast

Friday November 27, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

3:00pm CST

The Katy Manning Interview

We chat with the delightful and charming Katy Manning.

Artists

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Friday November 27, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

3:00pm CST

Fan Creativity Online

The Internet isn't just a cesspool of rudeness and insensitivity-- it's a one stop shop for delight! Doctor Who inspires fans to create art, stories, memes, cartoon, films-- a whole range of original creations. Find out about the most gripping stories, the most breathtaking art, the most amusing memes... and where best to post your own works.

Speakers

Theresa Berles

Carole Brown

Costumed Events Co-Chair, Chicago TARDIS

Carole is a writer, photographer, actor, storyteller, and was a stage manager in her past life

Nyssa Makepeace

Friday November 27, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

3:15pm CST

Dan Starkey Photos 1

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Friday November 27, 2015 3:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:30pm CST

Richard Franklin Photos

Artists

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Friday November 27, 2015 3:30pm - 3:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:30pm CST

Tony Lee Signing: Friday

Artists

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Friday November 27, 2015 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

3:45pm CST

Paul McGann Autographs 1

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Friday November 27, 2015 3:45pm - 4:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

4:00pm CST

Who Talk

Grown-ups are having discussions about Doctor Who all over the convention. This is a time for the kids to talk about why Doctor Who is great.

Friday November 27, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

4:00pm CST

Alex Kingston Friday Simulcast

Programming 2 hosts a simulcast of the Alex Kingston interview session going on in Main Programming, for those who couldn't get into the room or merely wanted some place quieter to view the session.

Friday November 27, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Guest Interview

4:00pm CST

Alex Kingston Interview

Hello, Sweetie! Spend a rollicking hour in the company of Alex Kingston.

Moderators

Steven Schapansky

Host/Interviewer, Radio Free Skaro

Steven is a Hugo Award-winning podcaster with well over a decade of experience in the world of podcasting. Steven is one of the co-hosts and producers of the long running and popular Doctor Who podcast Radio Free Skaro. He also co-hosts and produces The Memory Cheats, Hockey Feels... Read More →

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Friday November 27, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

4:30pm CST

Autographs: F. Jones, Mullan, Madison

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Friday November 27, 2015 4:30pm - 5:00pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

4:30pm CST

Smith? Signing: Friday

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Friday November 27, 2015 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

5:00pm CST

Autographs: Manning, Levene, Franklin

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Friday November 27, 2015 5:00pm - 5:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

5:00pm CST

Paul McGann Interview

He's the Doctor…. And the one you were expecting, since you're all clever.

Moderators

Elliott Serrano

Chicago's King Of Geeks, Geek To Me

As an infant, Elliott Serrano was rocketed to Earth from a dying planet. Upon arrival, he was subsequently exposed to cosmic rays, bitten by a radioactive spider and raised by apes.His tenuous mastery of the language you humans call 'English' came from years of watching Saturday morning... Read More →

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Friday November 27, 2015 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

5:00pm CST

Doctor Who's Remit

Let's get serious for a moment. Doctor Who was originally to entertain and educate. It still does… but maybe not in the same ways it once did, and maybe in unexpected ways. From its education agenda in the 1960s to name-your-agenda in the 21st century… how is Doctor Who used as a force for good in the world?

Speakers

Paul Booth

Dr. Booth is a Professor of Media and Cinema Studies/Communication Technology in the College of Communication of DePaul University.

Lynne M Thomas

Editor/Publisher, Uncanny Magazine

Co-editor in chief/co publisher of Uncanny Magazine.11-time Hugo Award WinnerCo-editor of Chicks Dig Time LordsMember of the Verity! Podcast

Artists

Sam Stone

author

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Friday November 27, 2015 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

5:00pm CST

The Graphic Story From the Inside Out

Tony Lee and Christopher Jones join forces for a rollicking hour discussing comics in general and their work in particular.

Artists

Christopher Jones

Artist

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Friday November 27, 2015 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Other Worlds

5:30pm CST

Autographs: McNeice, Starkey

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Friday November 27, 2015 5:30pm - 6:00pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

6:00pm CST

Opening Ceremonies

Join us as we formally welcome our guests to the convention. Caution: stobe lights will be part of the beginnning of the ceremonies.

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Andrew Cartmel

7th Doctor Era Script Editor

Chase Masterson

Christopher Jones

Artist

Dan Starkey

Strax

David J. Howe

author and publisher, Telos Publishing

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Robert Smith?

Author

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Sam Stone

author

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Friday November 27, 2015 6:00pm - 6:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

7:00pm CST

The Chicago TARDIS Chronological Cavalcade

Our annual costume parade! Marvel at the sheer array of Doctor Who costumes that cross our stage. You're guaranteed not to see any repeats!

Friday November 27, 2015 7:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

7:30pm CST

Kamelion's Circus

It's back! This fun game will get the whole audience involved. You don’t need to be a Doctor Who knowledge expert at all, all you have to do is have an active imagination! This game will involve asking the participants to do something creative on the fly – it might be to recite a made-up poem about River Song, or to invent a new monster, or to draw a new Doctor Who logo, or create the next Dalek plotline, or… well, Who knows? Audience response will be measured by applause level, and a panel of judges, also randomly selected from the audience, will give extra points on most entertaining response. FUN is the key! Prizes will be awarded.

Friday November 27, 2015 7:30pm - 8:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

8:00pm CST

Special Reception: Alex Kingston (and Friends)

A ticketed event, a select group of convention members can socialize with each other and Alex Kingston. Don't be surprised if other guests stop by! Hors d'oeuvres served. Cash bar available.

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Friday November 27, 2015 8:00pm - 9:30pm CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

Special Event

8:00pm CST

Grown-Up Craft Party

Are you a grown-up who likes crafting, but was turned away from Camp Time Lord? This year, we're allowing any and all to come in and try their hand at the Camp Time Lord crafts during our Friday Evening Craft Party. (NOTE: In order to defray cost of the supplies, we ask all participants over the age of 18 give a minimum donation of $2.)

Friday November 27, 2015 8:00pm - 10:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

8:30pm CST

The John Levene Happening

John, on stage, bringing back the magic of the old convention Cabarets that was such a part of Doctor Who fandom in the 1980s and 1990s-- it's going to be classic! Don't be surprised if a friend or two stops by.....

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Friday November 27, 2015 8:30pm - 9:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

9:00pm CST

Mysterious Theatre 337: Terror of the Zygons

Mysterious Theatre 337 is a meeting of two popular television shows (Mystery Science Theater 3000 and Doctor Who). The concept is quite simple (and quite obvious to anyone who has seen MST3000): several guys sit in front of the big screen to watch a Doctor Who story, and the audience is treated to their hugely witty and immensely amusing remarks. This year the gang tackles “Terror of the Zygons" for their 36th live show.

What MT337 is not is an audience participation show. The show itself is a carefully scripted, timed and rehearsed performance.

Friday November 27, 2015 9:00pm - 11:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

10:00pm CST

Don't Blink Dance Party

By popular demand! We've split our late night festivities up this year-- and will host our first dance-only party! Come join the fun, hosted by DJ Dale Lek-- but watch out for the pepperpots on the dance floor!

Friday November 27, 2015 10:00pm - Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00am CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

Special Event

10:00am CST

Chicago TARDIS Fire Up Redux!

Are you a newbie day tripper? Did you miss yesterday's presentation? Have you questions about the con you'd like answered? Be here to get info, have some fun, and collect some swag.

Speakers

Steven Warren Hill

Program Director, Chicago TARDIS

Jennifer Kelley

Convention Chair, Trenzalore

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:00am - 10:30am CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

10:00am CST

Camp Time Lord Badge Making

All conventions have a badge. Just for fun, Camp Time Lord has one that can be decorated and personalized. There's also our personalized button making.

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

10:00am CST

Classic Series Cheat Sheet

Yep. We're at it again. We want to spread the classic series love around. It's daunting to have to decide where to start and what can be skipped. Fortunately, our panel of experts will guide you in making good choices.

Speakers

Ken Deep

Showrunner, L. I. Who

Showrunner of the Long Island Doctor Who Convention and contributing writer to A World of Demons: The Villains of Doctor Who... Read More →

Gordon Dymowski

Shaun Lyon

Program Director & Co-Founder, Gallifrey One Conventions

Raconteur; bon vivant; cupcakeaholic.

Matthew Turner

Artists

David J. Howe

author and publisher, Telos Publishing

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Classic Series

10:00am CST

Doctor Who In History

"Real World" history sometimes influences Doctor Who, and sometimes Doctor Who makes its mark in history. We inspect the moments in history Doctor Who has been involved in, from the first episode of DW being delayed 15 minutes by coverage of JFK's assassination to current news headlines influencing scenes in the current series.

Speakers

Theresa Berles

Andy Hicks

Audio and Video Producer, Writer, Composer and performer, WGBH, Coal Hill, and Sycorax Rock

Doctor Who, music, sound design, voice acting, doing impressions of various celebrities and cartoon characters, playing guitar, making up song parodies, media criticism, Black Mirror, the 90's "Britpop" movement, the '80s "Madchester" scene, alternative/punk/goth/indie rock in general... Read More →

Jennifer Picker

Artists

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

10:00am CST

Ingrid Oliver Photos

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

10:30am CST

Monster Mash Interview: Mullan, Madison, Briggs

We chat with our monstrous guests, Ross Mullan, Sarah Louise Madison, and Nicholas Briggs

Moderators

Steven Warren Hill

Program Director, Chicago TARDIS

Artists

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:30am - 11:00am CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

11:00am CST

Make Your Own River Song Diary

Make something to hold your own spoilers (or pictures or autographs) by making a mini River Song diary.

Saturday November 28, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

11:00am CST

The Burn Gorman Interview

We spend an hour welcoming Burn Gorman back to our convention.

Moderators

Elliott Serrano

Chicago's King Of Geeks, Geek To Me

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Saturday November 28, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

11:00am CST

Costuming For Beginners

You're ready to take that first big step beyond hitting up the local Halloween or thrift store for a jacket and a fez-- but where do you start? Learn tricks, techniques, and resources to go beyond Party City in your look.

Speakers

Brandon Baranowski

Amanda Burke

Geek, blogger, cosplayer

Lynette Gilbert

I've been costuming since 2005, when I made my first costume for Star Wars Celebration III. My Doctor Who costumes include The Clockwork Droid and Clara's Barmaid Dress from The Snowmen, both of which have won awards in the Chicago TARDIS Masquerade. I also cosplay Constable Geneva... Read More →

Saturday November 28, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

11:00am CST

Outside In vol 2 panel and signing

Join the editor and several contributors of Outside In Vol 2: 125 Unique Persepectives on 125 New Series Stories by 125 Different Writers as they discuss the book and their essays-- and sign your copies of it! (Available for purchase in the Dealers' Room.)

Speakers

Barnaby Edwards

Erika Ensign

Podcast Producer, Castria

Erika is podcast-happy. She's won several Hugo Awards for her work on Uncanny Magazine's monthly fiction/interview podcast and several Parsec Awards for Verity! and The Incomparable. She co-hosts Lazy Doctor Who, Random Pursuit, and Beginner's Puck, plus she plays Dungeons and Dragons... Read More →

Bill Evenson

Jan Fennick

Jennifer Kelley

Convention Chair, Trenzalore

Trey Korte

Clare Moseley

Hannah Rothman

Nick Seidler

Chicago TARDIS

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

11:00am CST

So You Want to Start a Doctor Who Club

Members of DePaul University's Doctor Who Club discuss why they formed, how they run things, and why having an in-person club makes sense for the 21st century

Speakers

Paul Booth

Dr. Booth is a Professor of Media and Cinema Studies/Communication Technology in the College of Communication of DePaul University.

Gabe Bustoz

Katie Caparelli

Michael Mulligan

Saturday November 28, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Meta

12:00pm CST

'Death of the Doctor' Remembered: Manning, F. Jones

We do an impromptu live commentary on episode one of The Sarah Jane Adventures episode "Death of the Doctor."

Moderators

Jennifer Kelley

Convention Chair, Trenzalore

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Saturday November 28, 2015 12:00pm - 12:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

12:00pm CST

Camp Time Lord Open Activities

Chill out with leisurely crafts and other activities.

Saturday November 28, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

12:00pm CST

And the Next Companion Is….

Well, the job as Doctor's companion has opened up. Who should it be? What kind of companion does the Doctor need? We speculate on the possibilities and pooh-pooh what we don't think will happen.

Speakers

Kelly Dumas

Andy Hicks

Audio and Video Producer, Writer, Composer and performer, WGBH, Coal Hill, and Sycorax Rock

Dayna Thomas

I've been a Whovian since Pertwee. Outside of my day job as a Business Analyst/Data Modeler/Designer, I enjoy music, food, craft beer, theatre, renaissance re-enactment, and chocolate.Usually I have at least two books with me at any time, often three if I am close to finishing one... Read More →

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Current Series

12:00pm CST

Props (and Effects) To You

We take a look at building props and creating practical effects for costumes or just for fun.

Speakers

Carole Brown

Costumed Events Co-Chair, Chicago TARDIS

Carole is a writer, photographer, actor, storyteller, and was a stage manager in her past life

Decca Dennett

Feminist, competitive cosplayer, college student, and fierce defender of Martha Jones. Nine is my Doctor, but Two is my favorite.

Dave Duca

Saturday November 28, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

12:30pm CST

Samuel Anderson Photos 2

At halftime, marvel to the fun of Match Game, returning triumphantly to the convention schedule.

Artists

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Saturday November 28, 2015 12:30pm - 1:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

12:30pm CST

Game of Thrones Interview: F. Jones, Mullan, Gorman

Our guests who have appeared both in the Doctor Who and Game of Thrones universe talk about the latter.

Moderators

Elliott Serrano

Chicago's King Of Geeks, Geek To Me

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Saturday November 28, 2015 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

1:00pm CST

Dan Starkey Photos 2

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00pm - 1:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:00pm CST

Clara Collage

In honor of Jenna Coleman, decorate paper leaves with images of the Impossible Girl herself.

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

1:00pm CST

Smith? Signing: Saturday

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

1:00pm CST

Impossible Girl, Goodnight

As we get ready to say a final farewell to Clara, we delve into her character's evolution and discuss what legacy she will leave.

Speakers

Jon Clarke

Jon is the founder and Co-Host of the Caffeinated Comics Podcast, a writer, and comedian.

Kelly Dumas

Erika Ensign

Podcast Producer, Castria

Charles Martin

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Current Series

1:00pm CST

The Pertwee Era Women and STEM

(needs a good description)

Speakers

Adrienne Provenzano

STEAM Educator and Solar System Ambassador, NASA JPL-CalTech

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Doctor Who Universe

1:00pm CST

The Force Awakens

It's back, almost. You know-- Star Wars. What do we know about the latest film? What do we hope for? What do we most fear will happen?

Speakers

Bill Evenson

Jan Fennick

Shaun Lyon

Program Director & Co-Founder, Gallifrey One Conventions

Raconteur; bon vivant; cupcakeaholic.

Artists

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Other Worlds

1:15pm CST

Ian McNeice Photos 1

Artists

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:15pm - 1:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:30pm CST

Sarah Louise Madison Photos 2

Artists

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:30pm - 1:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:30pm CST

Recurring Characters Interview: McNeice, Starkey, Anderson

Our guests who have been in several episodes as the same character take the stage for an entertaining conversation.

Moderators

Rob Levy

Blooger/podcaster/writer, needcoffee.com

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:30pm - 2:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

1:45pm CST

Ross Mullan Photos 2

Artists

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:45pm - 2:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:45pm CST

Ingrid Oliver Autographs

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Saturday November 28, 2015 1:45pm - 3:45pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

2:00pm CST

Finn Jones Photos 2

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:00pm - 2:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:00pm CST

Big Finish Signing: Saturday

Artists

Chase Masterson

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

2:00pm CST

Drawing with Christopher Jones

Pick up those pens and pencils and work alongside Christopher!

Artists

Christopher Jones

Artist

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

2:00pm CST

The Care and Feeding of Spinoffs

With Class coming next year, we focus on spinoff shows-- how are they good, how are they bad? What's unmissable, what's best forgotten? And how far can you go with spinoffs before they are too far removed from their inspiration?

Speakers

Kathryn Sullivan

author, Fox Pointe Publishing

M. Catherine Wesselman

Artists

Andrew Cartmel

7th Doctor Era Script Editor

David J. Howe

author and publisher, Telos Publishing

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

2:00pm CST

The Tony Lee Appreciation Society

Spend an hour with writer and raconteur Tony Lee.

Artists

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Guest Interview

2:00pm CST

Road Tripping It For The Doctor

Who hasn't wanted to go to the UK and scope out filming locations and the Doctor Who Experience? Our panelists have done exactly that, and share their tricks for planning the best Doctor Who trip possible.

Speakers

Paul Booth

Dr. Booth is a Professor of Media and Cinema Studies/Communication Technology in the College of Communication of DePaul University.

Jennifer Chiaverini

Author

Jennifer Chiaverini is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous acclaimed historical novels, including MRS. LINCOLN'S DRESSMAKER and CHRISTMAS BELLS.

Barnaby Edwards

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Meta

2:30pm CST

Burn Gorman Photos 1

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:30pm - 3:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:30pm CST

U.N.I.T. Interview: Manning, Franklin, Levene

Reunited, and it feels so good! Katy Manning, Richard Franklin, and John Levene join us to discuss all things Pertwee era.

Moderators

Lynne M Thomas

Editor/Publisher, Uncanny Magazine

Co-editor in chief/co publisher of Uncanny Magazine.11-time Hugo Award WinnerCo-editor of Chicks Dig Time LordsMember of the Verity! Podcast

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

3:00pm CST

Chase Masterson Photos

Artists

Chase Masterson

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:00pm CST

Doctor Who in 3-D

Decorate and build papercraft models of the TARDIS, Daleks and the Moment.

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

3:00pm CST

Tony Lee Signing: Saturday

Artists

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

3:00pm CST

U.N.I.T. Evolution

In the 45 years we have known about the Unified Intelligence Taskforce, it has gone from a small operation to a major world player. We probe into the changes through the years-- and debate which directions worked and which didn't.

Speakers

Theresa Berles

Lars Pearson

Publisher, Mad Norwegian Press

Kathryn Sullivan

author, Fox Pointe Publishing

Artists

Andrew Cartmel

7th Doctor Era Script Editor

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

3:00pm CST

Masquerade Meeting

People participating in the Masquerade must attend this meeting, in order to review the rules, the time table for the evening, and your paperwork.

Speakers

Henry Osier

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Meta

3:00pm CST

The Doctor Who RPG Panel

It's that time again… our game crew covers the latest info on the Doctor Who Role Playing Game, before leading a select group of volunteers through a module.

Speakers

Nick Seidler

Chicago TARDIS

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

Meta

3:30pm CST

Paul McGann Again!

Paul McGann joins us for another hour of chat and questions answered.

Moderators

Steven Schapansky

Host/Interviewer, Radio Free Skaro

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

3:45pm CST

Autographs: Mullan, Madison

Artists

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:45pm - 4:15pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

4:00pm CST

Autographs: Gorman, Anderson

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

4:00pm CST

U.N.I.T. Photos: Manning, Franklin, Levene

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

4:00pm CST

Camp Time Lord Open Activities

Chill out with some leisurely crafts and other activities.

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

4:00pm CST

What Would I Be Without You?

The Master and the Doctor have been frenemies since childhood. How have they influenced each other? And what kind of relationship do they actually have?

Speakers

Adam Schoeneman

M. Catherine Wesselman

David Whaley

Presenter and Cosplayer, HouseSpock

Friendly neighborhood Remus Lupin

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

4:00pm CST

Writer Myths-- Busted!

You know all that writing advice floating around the Internet this month because of NaNoWriMo? It's rubbish. Our writer guests tear apart the so-called wisdom-- and clue you into what actually works. (In other words, it's the return of the Writer Liars Panel, where the advice isn't necessarily good and not at all meant to be taken seriously.)

Artists

Andrew Cartmel

7th Doctor Era Script Editor

David J. Howe

author and publisher, Telos Publishing

Sam Stone

author

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

4:30pm CST

Autographs: Starkey, McNeice, F. Jones

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:30pm - 5:00pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

4:30pm CST

Big Finish Extravaganza

In a special, extra-long session, Jason Haigh-Ellery and Nicholas Briggs-- joined by a slew of special guests-- highlight the best of their recent work and preview all the exciting things coming up for 2016.

Artists

Chase Masterson

Dan Starkey

Strax

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:30pm - 6:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

4:45pm CST

Paul McGann Photos 2

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Saturday November 28, 2015 4:45pm - 5:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

5:00pm CST

Autographs: Franklin, Levene, Manning

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Saturday November 28, 2015 5:00pm - 5:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

5:00pm CST

Librarian Meet-Up

Many, many Doctor Who fans are librarians. Now, you all can meet up in one place at the same time and plot to take over the world, one Dewey Decimal Number at a time.

Saturday November 28, 2015 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

5:00pm CST

Post-Apocalyptic Teenage Dreams

Have we had too much of the post-apocalyptic teenage universes? Or can exciting and original tales be told in the genre? We analyze why this genre appeals and how it can keep going.

Speakers

Emma Caywood

Nathan Laws

Host, The 42cast

Alexa Letourneau

Flute, music theory, and history teacher, Illinois Wesleyan Prep Program

panda

Saturday November 28, 2015 5:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Other Worlds

6:00pm CST

Paul McGann Autographs 2

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Saturday November 28, 2015 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

6:30pm CST

Ingrid Oliver Interview Simulcast

Our overflow/quiet space for Ingrid's interview.

Saturday November 28, 2015 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Guest Interview

6:30pm CST

Saturday with Ingrid

We meet up with Osgood's alter ego.

Moderators

Steven Schapansky

Host/Interviewer, Radio Free Skaro

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Saturday November 28, 2015 6:30pm - 7:30pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

7:30pm CST

Main Programming Paused for Set-Up

Saturday November 28, 2015 7:30pm - 8:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Meta

8:00pm CST

Doctor Who: 'Heaven Sent'

No need to try to find a BBC America stream to watch this week's episode-- we'll be showing it right in Main Programming.

Saturday November 28, 2015 8:00pm - 9:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

8:00pm CST

Special Reception: Ingrid (and friends)

A ticketed event, a select group of convention members can socialize with each other and Ingrid Oliver. Don't be surprised if other guests stop by! Hors d'oeuvres served. Cash bar available.

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Saturday November 28, 2015 8:00pm - 9:30pm CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

Special Event

9:00pm CST

The Chicago TARDIS Masquerade

The crown jewel in our cosplay features, the Chicago TARDIS Masquerade highlights the best in costuming. Come be amazed and amused by the fantastic handiwork displayed on stage. As usual, the Master (of Ceremonies) will host, while the High Council of Time Lords will judge who reigns supreme. We clear the room prior to the event, so those of you with General Admission memberships will need to line up to get good seats for both this event and what follows afterwards.

Saturday November 28, 2015 9:00pm - 11:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Special Event

10:00pm CST

The Britrock Cyberkaraoke Party

Get those vocal cords warmed up! Our annual karaoke event ramps up the fun past "eleven"! Your host Cy Berman and his team of cybermats will keep the party turning.

Saturday November 28, 2015 10:00pm - Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00am CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

Special Event

10:00am CST

Camp Time Lord Badge Making

All conventions have a badge. Just for fun, Camp Time Lord has one that can be decorated and personalized. There's also our personalized button making.

Sunday November 29, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

10:00am CST

Ingrid Oliver Interview Simulcast

Our overflow/quiet space for Ingrid's interview.

Sunday November 29, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Guest Interview

10:00am CST

Sunday with Ingrid

Your second chance to see Ingrid.

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Sunday November 29, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

10:00am CST

The Art of Being an Artist

You like to draw, and you know you're good-- so how do you take your talent and go pro? Our panel of working artists talk about making their passion their career-- from selling your work online to working the con circuit, and everything in between.

Speakers

Ly Cao

Nathan Skreslet

Artists

Christopher Jones

Artist

Sunday November 29, 2015 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

10:00am CST

Character Movement for the Cosplayer

A workshop for those cosplayers looking to do more than just walk around the hotel in a cool outfit. How to incorporate your character's personality into your movement-- and how that movement differs between walking through the con and walking onstage in the Masquerade.

Speakers

Carole Brown

Costumed Events Co-Chair, Chicago TARDIS

Carole is a writer, photographer, actor, storyteller, and was a stage manager in her past life

Beth Laws

Owner, Designer, Mrs Whiskers Studios

Alexa Letourneau

Flute, music theory, and history teacher, Illinois Wesleyan Prep Program

panda

Sunday November 29, 2015 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

10:00am CST

Brunch

For those with tickets

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Chase Masterson

Dan Starkey

Strax

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Sunday November 29, 2015 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Gaming/Specials Lilac

Special Event

11:00am CST

Doctor Who in 3-D

Decorate and build papercraft models of the TARDIS, Daleks and the Moment.

Sunday November 29, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

11:00am CST

Oh yeah? You and Who's Army?

These days the Doctor has friends everywhere. Beyond Clara, beyond Danny, beyond Rose and Martha and Donna and all the rest, we discuss those recurring characters introduced as good friends of the Doctor, the value of having them often make repeat appearances, and how they generally enrich the show. We're thinking of you, Vastra, Strax, Jenny, River, Churchill, Canton, Riddell....

Speakers

Alexa Letourneau

Flute, music theory, and history teacher, Illinois Wesleyan Prep Program

panda

Kathryn Sullivan

author, Fox Pointe Publishing

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Sunday November 29, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Current Series

11:00am CST

Alex Kingston Sunday Simulcast

Programming 2 hosts a simulcast of the Alex Kingston interview session going on in Main Programming, for those who couldn't get into the room or merely wanted some place quieter to view the session.

Sunday November 29, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Guest Interview

11:00am CST

Sunday With Alex

Alex Kingston joins us in Main Programming for another hour of your questions and her answers.

Moderators

Elliott Serrano

Chicago's King Of Geeks, Geek To Me

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Sunday November 29, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

11:00am CST

Ingrid Oliver Photos

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Sunday November 29, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

12:00pm CST

Big Finish Signing: Sunday

Artists

Chase Masterson

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

12:00pm CST

Make Your Own Cosplay

Lots of people dress up at Chicago TARDIS. Now you can make your very own cosplay, such as alien paper masks, Dalek hats and bow ties. Plus-- you can then wear your cosplay in the 1 p.m. Children's Costume Parade!

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

12:00pm CST

'Heaven Sent' Open Discussion

Our panel of well-opinioned fans lead discussion on last night's episode. Spoiler alert! Don't attend if you haven't seen the episode!

Speakers

Felicity Brown

Jan Fennick

Shaun Lyon

Program Director & Co-Founder, Gallifrey One Conventions

Raconteur; bon vivant; cupcakeaholic.

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Current Series

12:00pm CST

An Hour with David J. Howe & Sam Stone

Get in on the chat with David J. Howe and Sam Stone in our cozy Programming 4 room.

Artists

David J. Howe

author and publisher, Telos Publishing

Sam Stone

author

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Guest Interview

12:00pm CST

New Series Six Pack: Mullan, Madison, F. Jones, Starkey, McNeice, Anderson

Another of our famous Sunday combinations interview sessions, where much can happen.

Moderators

Rob Levy

Blooger/podcaster/writer, needcoffee.com

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

12:00pm CST

Alex Kingston Photos 2

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:00pm - 1:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

12:30pm CST

Ingrid Oliver Autographs

Artists

Ingrid Oliver

Osgood

Sunday November 29, 2015 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

1:00pm CST

Children's Costume Parade

It’s a convention-wide parade just for our Campers! Meet in costume at Camp Time Lord about 1:50 p.m.

Speakers

Carole Brown

Costumed Events Co-Chair, Chicago TARDIS

Carole is a writer, photographer, actor, storyteller, and was a stage manager in her past life

Mary Jo Chrabaz

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

1:00pm CST

Stuck On Earth (or Trenzalore)

The Doctor doesn't always flit from place to place-- sometimes he stays for awhile. And usually not by choice. How does the storytelling change if the Doctor has to stay in one place? Could he benefit by being stuck in one place more often?

Speakers

Charles Martin

Kathryn Sullivan

author, Fox Pointe Publishing

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Doctor Who Universe

1:00pm CST

Writer Party: Lee, Howe, Stone, Spilsbury, Cartmel, Smith?

With this many writers on stage at once, we're either going to implode or create a brand new world. Maybe both!

Moderators

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Artists

Andrew Cartmel

7th Doctor Era Script Editor

David J. Howe

author and publisher, Telos Publishing

Robert Smith?

Author

Sam Stone

author

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

1:00pm CST

A Forum About Forums

Why Forums? Why do forums always seem to be a cesspool of unpleasantness? The owners of Gallifrey Base-- the largest and most popular Doctor Who forum on the Internet discuss what they've learned over the years-- and offer reassurance that a forum is actually a fun place to be.

Speakers

Steven Warren Hill

Program Director, Chicago TARDIS

Jennifer Kelley

Convention Chair, Trenzalore

Robert Warnock

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

1:00pm CST

Verity! Live

Join the ladies of the Verity podcast as they record their look at the episode "Heaven Sent."

Speakers

Erika Ensign

Podcast Producer, Castria

Lynne M Thomas

Editor/Publisher, Uncanny Magazine

Co-editor in chief/co publisher of Uncanny Magazine.11-time Hugo Award WinnerCo-editor of Chicks Dig Time LordsMember of the Verity! Podcast

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Meta

1:15pm CST

Alex Kingston/Paul McGann Photos

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:15pm - 1:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

1:30pm CST

Autographs: Manning, Franklin, Levene

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:30pm - 2:00pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

1:30pm CST

Paul McGann Photos 3

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Sunday November 29, 2015 1:30pm - 2:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:00pm CST

Nicholas Briggs/Daleks Photos

Artists

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 2:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:00pm CST

Autographs: Gorman

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 2:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

2:00pm CST

Camp Time Lord Open Activities

Chill out with leisurely crafts and other activities.

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Camp Time Lord Grand Ballroom B

2:00pm CST

An Hour with Christopher Jones

Chat with our artist guest Christopher Jones this hour.

Artists

Christopher Jones

Artist

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Guest Interview

2:00pm CST

Paul McGann-- Third Time's The Charm!

We visit one last time with Paul.

Moderators

Barnaby Edwards

Artists

Paul McGann

The 8th Doctor

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

2:00pm CST

Torchwood Reborn

It's back! And it's about time! Torchwood has been revived in audio form. We examine the stories so far, reminisce about the television series, and squee over all things Torchwood.

Speakers

Brandon Baranowski

Carole Brown

Costumed Events Co-Chair, Chicago TARDIS

Carole is a writer, photographer, actor, storyteller, and was a stage manager in her past life

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Other Worlds

2:00pm CST

Waters of Mars-- For Real!

What an exciting year for space geeks! Between all the Pluto photos, the water on Mars, and everything else, we've learned so much about our cosmic neighborhood. Our very own Kevin Parker gives us his annual space update.

Speakers

Kevin Parker

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Other Worlds

2:15pm CST

Katy Manning Photos 2

Artists

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:15pm - 2:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:30pm CST

Richard Franklin Photos 2

Artists

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:30pm - 2:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

2:30pm CST

Tony Lee Signing: Sunday

Artists

Tony Lee

NYT #1 Best Selling Author

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

2:30pm CST

Alex Kingston Autographs 2

Artists

Alex Kingston

River Song

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Autographs Junior Ballroom A-1

Guest Autographs

2:45pm CST

John Levene Photos 2

Artists

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Sunday November 29, 2015 2:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:00pm CST

New Series Sampler Photos: Mullan, Madison, F. Jones, Starkey, McNeice

Artists

Dan Starkey

Strax

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Ian McNeice

Winston Churchill

Ross Mullan

The Teller

Sarah Louise Madison

Weeping Angel

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:00pm - 3:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:00pm CST

Big Finish Talk Back

It's your chance to meet with Jason Haigh-Ellery and Nicholas Briggs in a cozier setting.

Artists

Chase Masterson

Jason Haigh-Ellery

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Nicholas Briggs

Executive Producer, Big Finish

Seán Carlsen

Actor, Big Finish

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 2 Grand Ballroom H-I

Doctor Who Universe

3:00pm CST

U.N.I.T. vs. Torchwood: Manning, Franklin, Levene, Gorman

We explore what's different-- and what's the same-- between these organizations and the people who populate them.

Moderators

Steven Schapansky

Host/Interviewer, Radio Free Skaro

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

John Levene

Sgt. Benton

Katy Manning

Jo Grant

Richard Franklin

Captain Yates

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Guest Interview

3:00pm CST

Chase Masterson's Anti-Bullying Efforts

Chase Masterson discuss her work in preventing bullying.

Artists

Chase Masterson

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 4 Grand Ballroom J

Meta

3:00pm CST

Chicago TARDIS Talkback

It's your annual chance to talk to con staffers face to face, to give props, raise concerns, and ask questions.

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm CST
Programming 3 Grand Ballroom C

Meta

3:15pm CST

Finn Jones Photos 3

Artists

Finn Jones

Santiago Jones, Sarah Jane Adventures

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:30pm CST

Daleks/TARDIS Photo Session

Get your photo taken with our TARDIS and a Dalek by our professionals for a small fee.

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:30pm - 3:45pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

3:30pm CST

Autographs: Mullan, Madison, McNeice, Starkey

Artists

Guest Autographs

3:30pm CST

Smith? Signing: Sunday

Artists

Robert Smith?

Author

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:30pm - 4:30pm CST
Secondary Autographs Junior Ballroom B-C

3:45pm CST

Samuel Anderson Photos 3

Artists

Samuel Anderson

Danny Pink

Sunday November 29, 2015 3:45pm - 4:00pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

4:00pm CST

Burn Gorman Photos 2

Artists

Burn Gorman

Owen Harper, Torchwood

Sunday November 29, 2015 4:00pm - 4:15pm CST
Photos Junior Ballroom A-2

Guest Photos

4:00pm CST

Autographs: McGann, Anderson, F. Jones

Artists

Guest Autographs

4:00pm CST

Ten Years of the New Series

Video montage, discussions, final form still cooking. But it's gonna be epic.

Artists

Tom Spilsbury

Editor, Doctor Who Magazine

Sunday November 29, 2015 4:00pm - 5:00pm CST
Main Programming Grand Ballroom E-F

Meta

5:00pm CST

Closing Ceremonies

Well, it looks like we made it once again! It looks like we made it to the end! We say goodbye to this year and preview next year, amongst other things.

Artists

Special Event