Remembering Buddy Hackett - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Everything's Ducky Photo Autographed by Mickey Rooney and Buddy Hackett

Today marks the birthday of Buddy Hackett (1924-2003), the actor and comedian best known for his off-color jokes and roles in such films as The Love Bug (1968), The Music Man (1962), and It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch black and white photo from the film Everything's Ducky (1961) which has been hand signed by stars Mickey Rooney and Buddy Hackett. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La

Remembering Michael Jackson - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Neverland Rail Road Certificate Hand-Signed by Michael Jackson

Today marks the birthday of pop music superstar Michael Jackson (1958-2009). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original Certificate of Appreciation from the Neverland Railroad for serving as co-engineer on Michael Jackson's steam train "Katherine", named after Jackson's mother. Dated 8/31/03 and not filled out - you could fill in your own name! Hand-signed by Michael Jackson. A unique autographed treasure from the "King of Pop". Fine condition. 5.5 x 7 inches. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Jack Black - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Mars Attacks! Photo Hand-Signed by Jack Black

Happy birthday to comic actor Jack Black, who is best known for his roles in School of Rock (2003), King Kong (2005), and Kung Fu Panda (2008), as well as half of the musical duo Tenacious D. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo from the Tim Burton science fiction film Mars Attacks! (1996) which has been hand-signed by Black as Billy Glenn Norris in one of his first major film roles. In Excellent condition. Provenance from production crew member. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Calendar for September 2013

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The Partridge Family Photo Autographed by Shirley Jones

8/29/2013 - 9/2/2013 Cinecon 49 at the Egyptian Theatre - Hollywood, CA.
Special guest of honor: Shirley Jones.

I Dream of Jeannie Photo Hand-Signed / Autographed by Larry Hagman and Bill Daily

9/6/2013 - 9/8/2013 The Hollywood Show Chicago at the Hilton Rosemont - Rosemont, IL.
Scheduled guests include: Audrey & Judy Landers, Barbara Eden, Chris Sarandon, Jay North, Bill Daily, Debbie Gibson, Kristy McNichol, Kathy Coleman, Roy Thinnes, and many more.

Women: Selected Drawings & Illustrations, Book 2 Signed by Frank Cho

9/7/2013 - 9/8/2013 Baltimore Comic Con at the Baltimore Convention Center - Baltimore, MD.
Scheduled guests include: Neal Adams, Brian Bolland, Mark Buckingham, Sal Buscema, Frank Cho, Adam Hughes, Mike Mignola, George Pérez, David Petersen, Louise Simonson, Walt Simonson, Kevin Smith, Bill Willingham, and many more.

Dark Shadows Poster Signed by Kathryn Leigh Scott and Lara Parker

9/9/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - East 86th Street. New York, NY.
9/14/2013 2:00 PM at Dark Delicacies - West Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA.
Lara Parker, star of "Dark Shadows", signing her novel Dark Shadows: Wolf Moon Rising

9/10/2013 7:30 PM at the Powerhouse Arena - Main Street. Brooklyn, NY.
Bob Odenkirk and David Cross, stars of "Mr. Show", signing their book Hollywood Said No!

9/10/2013 12:30 PM at Barnes & Noble – Fifth Avenue. New York, NY.
9/10/2013 7:00 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
Ceelo Green, Grammy Award-winning musician, signing his book Everybody's Brother

9/10/2013 7:30 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.
9/11/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Union Square. New York, NY.

9/15/2013 Noon at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NJ.

9/26/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.

Billy Crystal, comedian and star of "When Harry Met Sally" and "City Slickers", signing his book Still Foolin' 'Em 

The Addams Family Photo Signed by Lisa Loring

9/12/2013 - 9/15/2013 Scare-A-Con at the Event Center off Turning Stone Resort - Verona, NY.
Scheduled guests include: Linda Blair, Ace Frehley, Marilyn Burns, Lisa Loring, Butch Patrick, Tony Todd, Margot Kidder, Jake Busey, and many others.

Rocky Horror Picture Show Photo Signed by Barry Bostwick, Nell Campbell, Patricia Quinn

9/13/2013 - 9/15/2013 The RocknRoll Autograph Show at the Westin LAX - Los Angeles, CA. 
Scheduled guests include: Apollonia, Barry Bostwick, Bob Burns, Chuck Negron, Gary Lewis, Micky Dolenz, Peter Rivera, Spencer Davis, Tommy Tutone, Trini Lopez, and many more.

9/17/2013 11:00 AM at Barnes & Noble - East 86th Street. New York, NY.
Julianne Moore, star of "Boogie Nights" and "The Hours", signing her book My Mom Is A Foreigner, But Not To Me

9/18/2013 4:00 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
Jewel, singer-songwriter, signing her book Sweet Dreams

9/18/2013 7:00PM at Book Soup - Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA.
Aisha Tyler, comedian and star of "The Talk", signing her book Self-Inflicted Wounds 

9/19/2013 6:00 at the Coolidge Corner Theater - Harvard Street. Brookline, MA.

Linda Ronstadt, pop music star, signing her memoir Simple Dreams

Elfego Baca Hand-Signed / Autographed by Robert Loggia

9/19/2013 - 9/21/2013 Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention at the Marriott Hotel - Hunt Vally, MD.
Scheduled guests include:  Julie Newmar, Margaret O'Brien, Larry Storch, Johnny Crawford, Mamie Van Doren, Ed Asner, Robert Loggia, and many more.

9/19/2013 7:00 PM at Book Soup - Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA.
9/21/2013 2:00 PM at Dark Delicacies - West Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA.

Gunnar Hansen, Leatherface of "Texas Chainsaw Massacre", signing his book Chain Saw Confidential

Weird Al: The Book Hand-Signed / Autographed by Weird Al Yankovic

9/22/2013 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
9/23/2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - North May Avenue. Oklahoma City, OK.
9/25/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Old Country Road. Carle Palce, NY.
Weird Al Yankovic, musical parodist, signing his children's book My New Teacher and Me!

So Far Vintage CSNY Album Signed by David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash, Neil Young

9/23/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Union Square. New York, NY.
Graham Nash, rock and roll musician, signing his memoir Wild Tales 

9/23/2013 7:00 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
The stars of "The Days Of Our Lives", including Dierdre Hall, Chandler Massey, James Scott, & Kristian Alfonso, signing their book Days of Our Lives: Better Living

I Dream of Jeannie Photo Autographed by Barbara Eden

9/23/2013 - 9/24/13 Boston Super MegaFest at the Sheraton Hotel - Framingham, MA.
Scheduled guests include: Eliza Dusku, Barbara Eden, Ray Park, Karen Allen, Lucy Pinder, Jeremy Bulloch, Bronson Pinchot, Elvira, Lary Storch, Mark Lindsay, Jake LaMotta, Sgt. Slaughter, and many others.

On the Shoulders of Giants Book Autographed by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

9/24/2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, basketball star, signing his book Sasquatch in the Paint

Batman Photo Autographed by Adam West and Yvonne Craig

9/27/2013 - 9/29/13 Monster-Mania Con at the Hunt Valley Inn - Hunt Vally, MD.
Scheduled guests include: Adam West, Burt Ward, Yvonne Craig, Lee Meriwether, David Prowse, and more.

History of the DC Universe Limited Edition Book Signed by 29 Comics Legends

9/27/2013 - 9/29/2013 Pittsburgh Comicon at the Monroeville Convention Center - Monroeville, PA.
Scheduled guests include: Jim Sterenko, George Pérez, Michael Golden, Ron Frenz, Rudy Nebres, Barry Kitson, Jeremy Bulloch, and many more.

Information sometimes changes. Before showing up, please contact the event location to verify accuracy, and let us know if there are any errors in our listing. Thanks!

Happy Birthday Tim Burton - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Tim Burton with the limited edition print from Dark Shadows: The Visual Companion 

Happy birthday to film director and producer Tim Burton, best known for his dark and quirky films Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Ed Wood, Sleepy Hollow, Corpse Bride, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Dark Shadows and Frankenweenie. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is Dark Shadows: The Visual Companion Limited Edition Book and Print Set Autographed by Tim Burton. The lavish hardcover slipcased official companion volume to the film includes a foreword by Johnny Depp, scores of photos, concept drawings and production designs, and interviews with the cast and crew. Comes with a tipped in, individually numbered Tim Burton signature sheet. Limited edition of 1000 copies. Also includes a fine art print by Tim Burton titled "Art Of Barnabas Collins" exclusive to the edition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Kenny Baker - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Kenny Baker with Anthony Daniels / R2-D2 Photo Signed by Kenny Baker

Happy birthday to actor Kenny Baker, best known for his role in the Star Wars films as R2-D2. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from Star Wars that has been hand signed in-person by Baker. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Barbara Eden - Collector's Treasure of the Day

I Dream of Jeannie Photo Autographed by Barbara Eden

Happy birthday to Barbara Eden, the actress best known for starring as the title role in the sitcom I Dream of Jeannie (1965-1970). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color color photograph hand-signed in person by Eden. Provenance Hollywood Show convention. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Ray Bradbury - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles Original Cover Art by Ian Miller

Today marks the birthday of Ray Bradbury (1920 - 2012), the American fantasy, science fiction, horror and mystery writer best known for his classics The Martian Chronicles, The Illustrated Man, I Sing the Body Electric!, Something Wicked This Way Comes, and Fahrenheit 451. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is the original cover art by Ian Miller to the 1979 illustrated edition of The Martian Chronicles published by Bantam books. This illustration was also published as the second chapter illustration, entitled "February 1999: YLLA". Pen on board. 6.25 x 3.5 inches. Signed lower right. Framed under plexi-glass to an overall size of 9.5 x 6.5 inches. From the Jerry Weist Collection. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

A Chapbook for Burnt-Out Priests, Rabbis, and Ministers Limited Edition Book Signed by Ray Bradbury

Remembering Isaac Hayes - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Drumhead Autographed by 31 Rhythm & Blues Legends including Isaac Hayes, Percy Sledge, Ruth Brown, Booker T & the MGs

Today marks the birthday of Isaac Hayes (1942 - 2008), the legendary soul musician, singer, songwriter, and actor. He's best known as a creative force behind the Stax Records music label, for his Academy Award-winning musical score for the film Shaft, and as the voice of "Chef" on the animated series South Park. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this one-of-a-kind white Remo 10 inch drumhead signed in blue or black felt tip by thirty-one of the greatest blues and R&B artists of all time (several are no longer with us). Included: Buddy Guy, Robert Lockwood Jr. (1915 - 2006), Bobby Rush, Ruth Brown (1928 - 2006), Carey Bell (1936 - 2007), Bobby Parker, Booker T. Jones, Odetta Gordon (1930 - 2008), Mavis Staples, Dr. John, Walter 'Wolfman' Washington, Guitar Shorty, Lonnie Brooks, Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith, Bob Margolin, Percy Sledge, Isaac Hayes (1942 - 2008), Latimore, Louisiana Red (signed with initials), John Primer, Jimmy T99 Nelson (1928 - 2007), Big Jesse Yawn, Eddie Kirkland, Leon Redbone, Sonny Landreth, Steve Cropper, Donald Duck Dunn, Lurrie Bell, John Mooney, Rev Billy C. Wertz, Chubby Carrier. In fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus RR Auction COA.

Remembering Gene Roddenberry - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Star Trek Creator Gene Roddenberry / Original Crew of 7 Hand-Signed Print

Today marks the birthday of television screenwriter, producer, and futurist Gene Roddenberry (1921-1991), best known as the creator of Star Trek. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this dramatic lithograph hand-signed in silver marker by William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley (1920 - 1999), James Doohan (1920 - 2005), Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, and Walter Koenig. Autographed in 1996 by the entire crew to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Star Trek series. 22 x 26 inches. Limited edition of 500. In Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Free Tickets to Spike and Mike's Sick and Twisted Festival of Animation 20th Anniversary Show

Collector's Shangri-La is proud to sponsor Spike and Mike's Sick and Twisted Festival of Animation! We're giving away two pairs of FREE tickets to four lucky animation fans for Spike and Mike's 20th Anniversary Show at the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art in La Jolla, California. Spike and Mike's is THE ORIGINAL - and THE BEST- festival of short subject animation for grown-ups. If you have a ticklish funny bone and a strong stomach this is not a show to be missed!

NOTE:  The contest has ended. Congratulations to winners Margaret S. and Logan K.!

Remembering Charles Bukowski - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Charles Bukowski Print Hand-Signed by Robert Crumb

Today marks the birthday of poet, novelist and short story writer Charles Bukowski (1920-1994), perhaps best known for Barfly (1987), the semi-autobiographical film written by Bukowski starring Mickey Rourke. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this illustrated print of Bukowski by comic artist R. Crumb with a quote from their collaboration, The Captain Is Out to Lunch and the Sailors Have Taken Over the Ship. On fine art paper measuring 11.5 x 14.5 inches. Signed in pencil by R. Crumb. In Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Natasha Henstridge - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Species Photo Signed by Natasha Henstridge

Happy birthday to actress Natasha Henstridge, best known as the genetically engineered human-alien hybrid Sil in the science-fiction thriller Species. The creature was created and designed by Swiss artist H. R. Giger, best known for his designs for the Alien films. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from Species which been autographed in person by Henstridge. Her most recent regular role is as Dawn Chamberlain in the TV series The Secret Circle. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Steve Martin - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Steve Martin Limited Edition Print Autographed by Steve Martin and artist Greg Carr

Happy birthday to actor, musician, author, and comedian Steve Martin, who is known for a diverse body of work that includes the films L.A. Story and The Jerk, the Grammy Award-winning albums Let's Get Small and A Wild and Crazy Guy, and the novella Shopgirl. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this limited edition print hand-signed by Martin and artist Greg Carr. Print measures 26 x 40 inches and is in mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Alfred Hitchcock - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Behind the Scenes of Psycho Hand-Signed by Janet Leigh / Alfred Hitchcock, John Gavin & Janet Leigh

Today marks the birthday of "The Master of Suspense"- British film director Alfred Hitchcock (1899-1980), best known for such films as Psycho, The Birds, Vertigo, North by Northwest, and Rear Window. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a First Edition hardcover of the book Psycho: Behind the Scenes. Hand-signed and inscribed by star Janet Leigh (1927 - 2004), this is the fascinating story of the making of Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La

Remembering Porter Wagoner - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Stars of Country Music Print - Signed by Roy Acuff, Minnie Pearl, Porter Wagoner, Slim Whitman, + 14 more!

Today marks the birthday of "Mr. Grand Ole Opry"- country music star Porter Wagoner (1927-2007). Known known for his flashy suits and blond pompadour, he introduced Dolly Parton on his long-running television show, and they were a popular country duo throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 24 x 30 inch limited edition print which features the authentic hand-signed autographs of eighteen country-western music legends against the background of a superbly rendered gold record: Roy Acuff, Don Gibson, Ferlin Husky, Sonny James, Grandpa Jones, Minnie Pearl, Webb Pierce, Johnny Rodriguez, T. G. Shepard, The Statler Brothers (4 signatures), Hank Thompson, Porter Wagoner, Slim Whitman and Faron Young. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Happy Anniversary Ren & Stimpy - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Original Ren and Stimpy Drawing Autographed by John K. and Billy West

Happy Happy Joy Joy! On this date in 1991, John Kricfalusi's The Ren & Stimpy Show premiered on Nickelodeon! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original hand drawn and signed Ren & Stimpy illustration by creator John Kricfalusi on mint off-white cardstock measuring 9 x 12 inches. It is also hand signed by legendary voice actor Billy West. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus RR Auction COA.

JFK Assassination Report Signed by President Gerald Ford - Collector's Treasure of the Day

JFK Assassination Report of the Warren Commission Signed by President Gerald Ford

On this day in history in 1974, Vice President Gerald Ford (1913-2006) was sworn in as President following Nixon's resignation. Before his death in 2006, Ford was also the final surviving member of the Warren Commission, which had been established by President Lyndon B. Johnson to investigate the assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this leather bound, numbered limited edition of the Assassination Report personally autographed by President Ford shortly before his death. Brand new condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus publisher's certificate of authenticity.

Happy Birthday to Stan Freberg - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Stan Freberg Hand-Signed Photo

Happy 87th birthday to voice actor, puppeteer, and comedian Stan Freberg! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph autographed by Freberg who best known for his novelty albums for Capitol Records, his radio show The Stan Freberg Show, and for Bob Clampett's puppet television show Time for Beanie. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Lucille Ball - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Lucille Ball Autographed Photo

Today marks the birthday of comedy legend Lucille Ball (1911-1989), star of the sitcoms I Love Lucy, The Lucy–Desi Comedy Hour, The Lucy Show, Here's Lucy and Life with Lucy. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this early vintage glossy 8 x 10 inch RKO Radio Pictures publicity photo by Ernest A. Bachrach, hand-signed and warmly inscribed by Lucy. Reverse bears an advertising advisory stamp dated 1938. In fine condition, with scattered light surface impressions and minor mounting remnants to reverse. A scarce opportunity to acquire such an early example. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to WKRP's Loni Anderson - Collector's Treasure of the Day

WKRP in Cincinnati Cast Reunion Signed Photo

Happy Birthday to actress Loni Anderson, best known as buxom blonde Jennifer Marlowe in the classic sitcom WKRP in Cincinnati. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the series hand-signed in person by stars Howard Hesseman, Jan Smithers, Loni Anderson, and Tim Reid. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollwood Show convention, Los Angeles 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to Billy Bob Thornton - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Billy Bob Thornton in the film Bad Santa

Happy birthday today to Billy Bob Thornton - Academy Award-winning actor, screenwriter, director, and musician! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is an autographed copy his autobiography The Billy Bob Tapes: A Cave Full of Ghosts. Thornton is best known for his films Sling Blade, Monster's Ball, Bandits, and Bad Santa. The Billy Bob Tapes is a narrative based on late-night conversations with humorist Kinky Friedman and other friends. Brand new first edition hardcover hand-signed by Thornton and Friedman. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Billy Bob Tapes Hand-Signed by Billy Bob Thornton and Kinky Friedman

Happy Birthday Tony Bennett - Collector's Treasure of The Day

Life Is A Gift: The Zen of Bennett Autographed by Tony Bennett

Happy birthday to legendary singer Tony Bennett! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this rich and beautiful hand-signed memoir from the the Grammy and Emmy Award–winning singer who takes us behind the scenes of his multi-platinum career. Revealing, insightful, and always moving, Life Is a Gift tells the stories of Bennett’s experiences in the music industry, what he learned, and whom he met along the way, including Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Franklin, and Duke Ellington, as well as Amy Winehouse, John Mayer, and Lady Gaga. A "master class in life," this revealing retrospective offers an intimate look at Tony Bennett's journey, from growing up during the Great Depression to carving a career in popular music that has spanned more than six decades as his popularity among all generations continues to grow. Hand-signed on the title page by Bennett. Brand new First Edition hardcover. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.