Exec. Producing Stargate: Universe is not unlike coaching an immensely talented sports franchise. You go in to each script - or game - confident in the talent you're working with, solid starters and a deep, deep bench that never lets you down. And, on many occasions, even though you're expecting them to excel, they still…
June 7, 2010: Production Update! Persons Unknown Premieres Tonight! Remi Aubuchon wants to hear from you!
Prep week for episode #10, Resurgence, kicked off today with a 9:00 a.m. concept meeting. Those in attendance included all department heads, Director Will Waring (yes, apparently he IS directing this one), my writing partner Paul (who sat in to get a sense of who will be where on that new set), and yours truly.…
June 5, 2010: Working with John Scalzi! An Incursion-heavy mailbag!
Many of you have asked: "What is it like working with author John Scalzi?". Well, while I can tell you it's been both fun and informative, I can't really offer much in the way of details given the secretive nature of his work. As Stargate: Universe's Creative Consultant, John reads and weighs in on all…
June 2, 2010: Elyse Levesque Answers Your Questions!
It's finally here! That long-awaited Elyse Levesque Q&A you've all been asking about! Much thanks to the lovely Elyse for taking time out from her busy schedule (she has a job, y'know!) to answer our questions in very entertaining fashion. I'm pleased she was able to actually slow down long enough to field our queries.…
May 25, 2010: My most popular entry is… Really? Yet another guest blogger announcement!
One of the many great things about having a blog on wordpress is the Blog Stats section that allows you to track everything from daily views and incoming links to search engine terms and referrers. And, I just discovered this weekend, if you click on the Top Posts & Pages header, you'll be directed to…
May 20, 2010: Another SGU-Related Guest Blogger Announcement! Atlantis weaponry!
I got the call from Kerry just before lunch: "How'd you like to come by at two thirty for a spotting session." Spotting session? My first thought was that fellow Exec. Producer Carl Binder needed someone to watch over him while he put his new exercise trampoline through its paces. Then, it dawned on me.…
May 18, 2010: Sundry pics and a side of mailbag!
Sure, I could give you a production update, tell you that Brad and Rob are in New Mexico for Day #2 of Malice, that Carl was on set for Day #1 of The Greater Good, that Remi delivered his revised writer's draft of Visitation, Linda delivered her first draft of Alliances, Paul delivered his outline…
May 16, 2010: Actress Alaina Huffman Answers Your Questions!
As I always do, I forwarded the fan/reader questions with the understanding that work and other commitments would probably prevent a quick turnaround. "Here are the questions,"went my standard accompanying message. "Feel free to pick and choose among them, then send them back my way whenever you're done. No rush and no deadline." The next…
May 4, 2010: Victory is sweet! And peanut buttery too! Artwork, schematics, and set pics from Stargate: Universe episode #11, Space!
Well, she may be sneaky and cruel, conniving and occasionally vengeful, but I'll say one thing for Ashleigh - she's also prompt. Only one day after losing to me in a food trivia showdown, she paid up on the bet by bringing in the batch of cookies I requested: chocolate with peanut butter chips. Before…
March 23, 2010: Assorted SGU Tidbits! Feeling (King) Crabby! And Somewhat Pig-Headed!
This morning, I met the positively delightful actress who'll be playing the role of Ginn in season 2. Loved her in Mad Men. Apparently, she's already worked in Vancouver (most recently on Supernatural), loves the city, and already has plans to hit some of her favorite food spots. After her wardrobe fitting and a visit…
March 22, 2010: Annoying injuries and assistants! Presenting…Stewie! More goodies from the Stargate: Atlantis Art Department archives!
WTF? I am suddenly beset by a host of discomforting aches and pains - not enough to cause me major concern, mind you, but more than enough to really annoy the hell out of me. I can't remember awkwardly twisting it but my hand is certainly doing its best to remind me of the incident.…
March 20, 2010: Roooooooooaaaaaaaad Triiiiiiiiiiiiiip! Making Time!
I'm considering doing something a little different from the five star, fine dining culinary pilgrimage I take to Tokyo every year. No, I don't intend to replace my annual Japan trip, just supplement it with a more casual, down home excursion - perhaps a trek across the U.S. in search of the best American eats.…
March 19, 2010: A pitiful sight! Production goings-on! Brackets busted! And more from the Atlantis Art Department Archives!
The other day I was walking down the corridor when I happened upon a sight so depressing, so altogether heartbreaking, that I almost burst into tears on the spot. Almost. Instead, I pulled out my camera and took a picture of THIS... Ashleigh sitting alone in her office eating birthday cake. Fortunately, it wasn't her…
March 18, 2010: The mystery bag holds an unpleasant surprise! Peaceful Restaurant! Busy on the SGU front! With Great Power…
"You have to guess what it is,"said my dining companion as my hand probed the contents of the brown paper bag. Inspired by my recent blog posts about sampling new, exotic fruit, Denise had gone through the trouble of picking me up a couple of worthy candidates. I'd failed to guess the first one ,…
March 16, 2010: I finally discover my true calling! Dinner with Erika! Atlantis Missing Memories! One More Episode Title!
Some are born with natural musical ability. Others are gifted with athletic prowess. Still others find their calling in subtler but no less fulfilling pursuits: science, mathematics, literature. Me? I'm really good at hiding shit. Really, really good. I hide things so well that no one can find them. Not even me! Several months ago,…