- Lawrence Noble to Sculpt Live
- Rare Medallions at Celebration Japan Collecting Panels
- General Ticket Sales Start This Weekend!
Lawrence Noble to Sculpt Live at Celebration Japan
Lawrence Noble, the talented sculptor who has created many stunning original works, including the bronze statue of Jedi Master Yoda installed at Lucasfilm's offices in the Presidio, San Francisco, will be sculpting live during Star Wars Celebration Japan. Noble is scheduled to work as part of the Celebration Japan Art Show, and will be talking with fans as he creates a one-of-a-kind, life-sized bust of a beloved Star Wars character from the saga.
What's more, one extremely fortunate fan who attends Celebration Japan will be selected to receive the completed, original sculpt! Noble plans to sculpt a life-sized, head and shoulders bust of Luke Skywalker from the original Star Wars trilogy. This priceless piece will be cast under Noble's direction after the show, then shipped to the winner's place of residence by Lewis Daniel Group, co-producers with Lucasfilm of Star Wars Celebration Japan.
Noble's many achievements include designing numerous motion picture advertising campaigns, like The Empire Strikes Back 10th anniversary poster. Danbury Mint selected him to design and produce the Star Wars chess set. He has been commissioned to create many works since, including a bronze bust of Gene Roddenberry, creator of Star Trek.
Read more about Noble and his many artistic contributions, in the Star Wars Artists' Series on starwars.com.
Super-Collectible Medallions for Celebration Japan!
Those who love the host of toys and pop culture treasures inspired by the Star Wars Saga will love the fascinating Star Wars collecting shows coming this July 19-21 at Celebration Japan.
What's more, those attending the shows will have the chance to take home rare, two-inch pewter medallions commemorating classic Star Wars toys released in Japan in 1978. These medallions, twelve different designs in all, were created by passionate Star Wars collectors especially for the fans at Celebration Japan. They will be given away for free at random times during the Celebration Japan collecting panels.
Gus Lopez, who has coordinated the Star Wars collecting panels for Celebrations in the U.S. and London, is once again inviting some of the most knowledgeable and entertaining Star Wars collectors to talk about their passion. Among the speakers are notable Japanese collectors, who will talk about the exceptionally rich world of Japanese Star Wars toys and collectibles.
The collecting panels, scheduled to start each day at 2:00 pm Saturday through Monday, will feature great information and discussions for serious collectors, as well as entertainment and fun for those who love popular culture and Star Wars. Thanks to the help of dedicated sponsors, attendees at the panels could one or more of the extremely limited, exclusive give-aways.
The solid pewter medallions, designed by artist and Star Wars collector Jeff Correll, feature imagery based on actual Japanese toys, and were designed to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Star Wars in Japan.
"This pewter medallion give-away is limited to 350 of each," says Lopez, himself an uber-collector of Star Wars treasures. "They will be distributed individually to audience members at the twelve different panels."
The medallions will be amazing collectibles, and represent wonderful memories of a weekend spent celebrating 30 years of Star Wars and all that is to come.
"We'd like to thank our gracious sponsors who are all Star Wars collectors in their own right, for helping make this giveaway a reality," concludes Lopez. "And thanks to Jeff Correll, whose hard work and artistic insight helped breathe life into these exciting items. We look forward to seeing everyone at the collecting panels in July!"
General Ticket Sales for Celebration Japan Open May 17/18!
Tickets for Celebration Japan will go on sale for all on May 17 (6:00 PM PDT) in the U.S., which is May 18 (10:00 AM) in Tokyo, at http://www.celebrationjapan.com.
Star Wars Celebration Japan will bring the best of the Saga to the Makuhari-Messe Convention Center in Chiba, near Tokyo, July 19-21. For three full days fans and pop culture enthusiasts will enjoy live Star Wars-themed entertainment including celebrity appearances and autograph sessions, stage shows, shopping for exclusive collectibles, costume contests, and exhibits and displays that will be found only at Celebration Japan.
Fans can choose standard 3-day or 1-day tickets for Celebration Japan, or they can choose special VIP treatment by opting for 3-Day or 1-day VIP tickets while supplies last.
3-Day (Yoda) Premium Ticket (JPY22,000), sold in limited numbers only, comes with souvenir collectibles, special VIP privileges, and is valid for all 3 days of Celebration Japan. Each day of Celebration Japan will be unique, with celebrity guests and special events scheduled exclusively, often for one day only. Each 3-Day Premium ticket includes these special privileges:
- Celebration Japan Exclusive collectors' gift, each strictly limited to an edition of 3,000. Buyers can choose one of two:
1) Authentic fur from one of the original Ewok costumes used during the production of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with certificate of authenticity, in a limited-edition presentation box; OR
2) Limited Edition Art Print from acclaimed Japanese Star Wars artist Tsuneo Sanda.
- Meet and Greet Exclusive Gathering with Star Wars Celebrity Guests.
- Celebration Japan Exclusive photograph of an attending Star Wars actor or actress with free autograph.
- Collection of four (4) Celebration Japan exclusive Star Wars archival photographs in a collectible portfolio.
- Priority line for the Star Wars Celebrity Autograph Area, so fans can wait less and enjoy Celebration Japan more.
- Priority line for the Star Wars Celebration Japan Store, which will feature event-exclusive, limited-edition merchandise for all.
- Exclusive VIP lanyard.
- Unique, collectible Premium Ticket with 3-D effects.
- One (1) accompanying child receives Priority Line privileges and may attend party (child must have standard child ticket, either 3-Day Standard or 1-Day for the day the child attends).
1-Day (Vader) Premium Ticket (JPY7,500) is available for Saturday, Sunday or Monday, and comes with souvenir collectibles and special VIP privileges:
- Collection of four (4) Celebration Japan exclusive Star Wars archival photographs in a collectible portfolio.
- Priority line for Star Wars Celebrity Autograph Area and Celebration Japan Store.
- Exclusive VIP lanyard.
- Unique, collectible Premium Ticket with 3-D effects
- One (1) accompanying child receives Priority Line privileges (child must have Standard ticket for the day the child attends).
Standard 3-Day Adult Ticket (JPY10,000)
Standard 3-Day Child (6 to 12 years old) Ticket (Valid Saturday, Sunday and Monday, JPY5,000)
Standard 1-Day Adult Ticket (JPY4,000)
Standard 1-Day Child (6 to 12 years old) Ticket (JPY2,000)
Children under the age of 6 are admitted free to Celebration Japan.
Don't miss this landmark Star Wars fan event! Tickets for Celebration Japan will go on sale for all on May 17 (6:00 PM PDT) in the U.S., which is May 18 (10:00 AM) in Tokyo, at http://www.celebrationjapan.com.
