Category: Buffy The Vampire Slayer

Amber To Be A Guest at Wales Comic Con In The UK Next Month

11/14/2018

There was exciting news for UK Amber Benson fans yesterday evening when it was announced that Amber is to be a guest at the upcoming Wales Comic Con in December. It will be held on the 1st - 2nd of December at Glyndwr University, Wrexham, North Wales.

Amber is the latest addition to an exciting line-up of Buffy The Vampire Slayer cast members attending the event including:

Mercedes McNab
Michelle Trachtenberg
Nicholas Brendon
Emma Caulfield
Perhaps the most exciting news for fans of Willow and Tara is that Alyson Hannigan will also be a guest along with Amber as well.

Alexis Denisof was due to attend it was announced via social media that he has had to cancel due to ill-health. This news broke shortly before it was revealed that Amber would be attending this year.

Wales Comic Con announced Amber’s attendance just over six hours ago via their official Facebook and Twitter accounts. At the time of writing this Amber has not yet been added to the list of guests on the event’s website but from the information on social media it would appear she set to attend on both Saturday the 1st and Sunday 2nd of December.

The event is already proving to be very popular and Saturday is a complete sellout. However there are still general entry tickets available for Sunday. To find out more about the event and to buy tickets click the link below and hit the “Buy Tickets” button at the top of the page.

https://www.walescomiccon.com

There are photo shoots available with guests but again at the time of writing this photo shoots with Amber have not yet been added to their official site. I will do my very best to update this article and our Twitter and Facebook pages with more information as and when it becomes available.

Sadly due to a combination of factors I won't be able to attend this year but I'm delighted that Amber is returning to the UK and my fellow Amber fans will get the chance to meet her. I hope everyone who is attending and Amber herself of course have an amazing time. As ever I will do my very best to keep people updated on any new information regarding the event e.g. Amber’s photo shoots, guest talks etc. as soon I get it.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with Wales Comic Con event and/or any of its sponsors or partners. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson.

Amber To Attend Slay The Vampires Again Convention In Paris on Saturday the 3rd of November

11/1/2018

Amber delivered a late Halloween treat for her fans confirming she is heading to Paris this Saturday the 3rd of November. Amber will be a guest at Clouds Con’s Slay The Vampires Again Buffy convention in the French capital. Amber shared her excitement with fans via her official Twitter account. (click here) She also posted a video message to fans via her official Instagram account. (click here)

Amber will be joined by fellow Buffy cast members Kristine Sutherland who played Joyce Summers and Larry Bagby who regularly featured as a guest star throughout seasons 2 and 3 playing the role of Larry Blaisdell. Alongside this trio of on-screen acting talent is former Buffy costume designer Matt Van Dyne who will also be meeting fans.

The event is being held at Evergreen Laurel Hotel Levallois-Perret France, unlike most of the US and UK conventions I've come across this is only being held for one-day rather than the full weekend.

For more information you can visit the official website by clicking the link below:

http://cloudscon.fr/en/event/fan-meet-buffy-2-slay-the-vampires-againen/

It looks as though the event is completely sold out. I apologise for not posting about this sooner, A big friend of the site and fellow Amber fan Katie gave me a heads up a while back. My plan had been to wait until nearer the convention to see if I could gather some more information before posting but I’ve had a stressful couple of months and it slipped my mind. Even though it's late in the day I still thought it was worth posting about for informational purposes and in case fans hadn't seen Amber's video.

I hope everyone who is attending has a fantastic time and Amber has a safe and enjoyable time in the legendary city of lights.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with Slay The Vampires Again convention or Buffy the Vampire Slayer. All rights belong to convention organisers Clouds Con and to Joss Whedon and 20th Century Fox. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting convention that Amber will be attending.

Amber Is A Special Guest On The Slayerfest 98 Podcast

7/24/2018

There was excitement for fans a few days ago as Amber was one of the special guests on the latest episode of the Slayerfest 98 Podcast titled Amber Benson's Insect Reflection.

Together with fellow special guest Louis Peitzman, hosts Ian Carlos Crawford and Mathew Rodriguez they discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 5 Episode 6 “Family”.

As many fans will know Amber played the role of Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer for three years between 1999-2002. Family gives us a glimpse of what Tara’s life was like before arriving in Sunnydale. I'm not going to give many details away here because I still meet people who are just discovering Buffy and/or Amber’s work so I’m avoiding spoilers for anyone who might want to discover Buffy for themselves. It will come as no surprise to fellow Amber fans that it is one of my all time favourite Buffy episodes.

The group discusses key scenes from “Family” and Amber tells us her own Buffy origin story of how she was cast to play Tara as well as talking about her experience on the show and working with the cast. Amber lifts the lid on some of the special effects used in "Family" episode, favourite Buffy outfits, on screen kisses and more.

Slayerfest 98 Podcast episode 67 Amber Benson's Insect Reflection is available to listen to for free via sound cloud click the link below:

https://soundcloud.com/user-302210242/ep-67-amber-bensons-insect-reflection

You also find links to download the podcast via iTunes and Google play

Disclaimer: The podcast contains mature themes and some strong language and there will be spoilers, so if there are fans who are new to the show you might want to download and listen later.

This is a must listen for any Amber and Buffy fan, a thoroughly entertaining way to spend an hour. Sorry for the slight delay in getting this post online I feel as though I'm always apologising lately. I update the site as fast as I can. Thank you for your patience.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the making of The Slayerfest 98 Podcast. Buffy the Vampire Slayer is the property of Joss Whedon and 20th Century Fox we own nothing. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.

Amber Is The Special Guest On Drinking During Business Hours Podcast

4/14/2018

Amber was the special guest on the latest episode of Drinking During Business Hours podcast released yesterday. It is hosted by stand-up comedian Sarah J Halstead and in each episode she talks to a different creative person about their passions and what led them to do the work that they love.

Amber talks about growing up in Alabama, being bitten by the acting bug and some of her most memorable roles. Playing Ella McShane in Steven Soderbergh's classic film King of the Hill and her role as Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. They discuss Amber's transition from acting to writing, being an author along with her work as a producer and director. This is a must listen for any Amber fan, she discusses her career and her experiences working as an actor. Amber is honest, engaging and very funny and even gives us a sneak peak of an upcoming project in this brilliant podcast. I only wish it had been longer.

Drinking During Business Hours podcast is available to listen to for free via:
iTunes
Google Play
Web player

Click the link below:

Disclaimer: The podcast contains some strong language and discussion of mature themes discretion is advised

https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-j-halsteads-drinking-during-business-hours

I really enjoyed this podcast and recommend you check it out.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of the Drinking During Business Hours podcast. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.

Amber Is A Guest On The Switchblade Sisters Podcast

2/27/2018

Last Thursday Amber was the guest on the Switchblade Sisters podcast. In each episode film critic April Wolfe invites a female actor, writer, director or producer to discuss one of their favourite action or genre films. As Amber has all of these credits to her name she was an ideal guest. Amber's chosen film was 1980s horror classic Night Of The Comet. It had a big impact on her at an early age in part due to it having two young female protagonists Amber and April talk about the film’s key messages and themes and much more.

They also delve into filmmaking and how Amber made her first self financed film Chance which she wrote and directed as well as playing the title role opposite former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co star James Marsters. It's a wonderful film and to find out more click the hyperlink to visit our dedicated Chance page. Amber also discusses her role of Tara on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and her 5 book Calliope Reaper-Jones series of novels. I think Calliope is a fantastic character and I love the world Amber created. To find out more please visit our visit our dedicated Calliope Reaper-Jones section by clicking the hyperlink above. They also discuss the need for female characters to be both complex and at times flawed.

I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast, it's an absolute must listen for any Amber fan. Her enthusiasm for writing and creating shines through and she's funny, honest and insightful. I'll be honest I hadn't even heard of Night Of the Comet before listening to this podcast but I was so intrigued I ordered the film online so I could watch it myself.

Switchblade Sisters podcast is available for free by clicking the link below and hitting the play button, it’s also available via Apple podcasts.

Disclaimer: The podcast contains strong language discretion is advised.

http://maximumfun.org/switchblade-sisters/switchblade-sisters-episode-16-night-comet-amber-benson

This is a brilliant listen for Amber fans and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of the Switchblade Sisters podcast. All rights belong to maximumfun.com, we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.

Amber To Attend The 8th Annual Vampire Ball - A Joss Whedon Themed Fan Event In London This December.

8/13/2017

Thrilling news for UK based Amber fans as it was recently revealed that she is set to be one of the guests at The 8th Annual Vampire Ball event held in London this December. Amber will be joined by fellow Buffy and Angel stars Charisma Carpenter, Julie Benz and Clare Kramer.

The Vampire Ball is a 3-Day Joss Whedon themed fan event celebrating Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel as well as all things Whedon. The Vampire Ball will feature photo opportunities, autograph sessions Q&A sessions, themed parties and more.

The Vampire Ball will be held at Renaissance Hotel, Heathrow from the 1st - 3rd of December 2017. For more information about the event including how to buy tickets and accommodation click the link below to visit the official Vampire Ball website.

http://www.starfury.co.uk

At AmberBenson.TV we are delighted that Amber will be visiting the UK in 2017 following the disappointing cancellation of The Fanatic Pop Culture Expo Amber had been due to attend.

The Vampire Ball sounds like a very exciting event, hopefully I will be able to attend and with a bit of luck I might see you there.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with The Vampire Ball Event all rights belong to the event’s organisers Star Fury Conventions and the individual guests who are attending. Nor were we involved in any way with the cancelled The Fanatic Pop Culture Expo. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson.

Fanatic Pop Culture Expo Website Is Now Online

5/18/2017

A few weeks ago we posted the good news that Amber is set to attend the first ever Fanatic Pop Culture Expo and their website finally went live a few days ago. The Expo will take place between 2nd – 3rd of September 2017 in Harrogate, North Yorkshire UK. Tickets went on sale on the 28th of April via their official ticket seller ticketweb.co.uk. We posted this information on AmberBenson.TV’s Facebook and Twitter feeds as the official Expo website wasn't online at that point.

A few days later the Fanatic Pop Culture Expo website did go live, sorry for the delay in bringing you this information I have had a busy couple of weeks. Their website does have all the information you need about the event, the venue and how to buy tickets. There is a range of different tickets available, you can also buy photo shoot opportunities with Amber and many of the other guests as well.

Fanatic Pop Culture Expo will feature guests from popular films and TV series including, Lord of the Rings, Sherlock and The Walking Dead. There was more exciting news for Buffy The Vampire Slayer fans as Amber will be joined by fellow Buffy cast member Nicholas Brendon.

Click the link below to visit the Fanatic Pop Culture Expo website:

http://www.fanaticexpo.com

I've already bought my ticket so who knows I might see you there.

Joe

AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the Fanatic Pop Culture Expo or their ticket seller ticketweb.com. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson.

Amber Joins Entertainment Weekly's 20 Year Buffy The Vampire Slayer Reunion

3/31/2017

Thrilling news for fans as Amber joins a very special Buffy the Vampire Slayer reunion. As many fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer will already know the groundbreaking series has just celebrated its 20th anniversary. Entertainment weekly arranged a very special reunion reuniting almost all of Buffy’s regular cast in one room for the first time in years.

Amber who played Tara Maclay is joined by her fellow cast members:

Sarah
Alyson
Nicholas
Charisma
Seth
Michelle
James
Kristine
David
Emma
and series creator Joss Whedon

They all feature in an article in the brand-new issue of Entertainment Weekly and the cast talk about their memories and experiences on the show. As if that weren't enough they have also produced a documentary on the history of Buffy and the cast in their own words share their feelings about the show and much more. Amber and Alyson discuss their roles as Tara and Willow and the importance of their relationship to the series and the positive impact it had on society too.

This documentary is a must see for fans and the good news is it's completely free to watch just click the link below and hit play. I watched the video myself and I can confirm it does play in the UK I'm not sure about other countries though if anyone has any information on this let me know.

http://people.com/pen/00000158-44d0-d1a1-a758-4cd852110000/

As a huge fan of both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and of course Amber herself I enjoyed seeing the Scooby gang back together again I hope you all enjoy the video as much as I did.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV owns nothing Buffy the Vampire Slayer is the property of Joss Whedon, 20th Century Fox and all other rights holders. The reunion article and documentary mentioned within are the property of Entertainment Weekly & People Entertainment Network. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting article and documentary featuring Amber Benson.

Amber To Attend Hawaii Con 2017 This September

2/24/2017

Exciting news for Amber fans as it was announced recently via social media that Amber is set to attend Hawaii Con from the 14th-17th September 2017.

Amber will be joined by two of her former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co-stars Nicholas Brendon and James Masters. Hawaii Con is being held at The Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, for more information on tickets the guests accommodation etc. click the link below to visit the official Hawaii Con website.

http://www.hawaiicon.com

I wish I could attend this exciting convention I hope everyone who is able to go has a fantastic time.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with Hawaii Con. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson