Happy Birthday Barry Williams

Brady Bunch Photo Signed by Christopher Knight, Mike Lookinland, Barry Williams, Susan Olsen

Happy birthday to Barry Williams, the actor best known for his role as Greg Brady on the television series The Brady Bunch (1969-1974). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the sitcom that has been hand-signed in person by stars Christopher Knight, Mike Lookinland, Barry Williams, and Susan Olsen. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Linda Hamilton

Terminator Anthology Limited Edition Print Signed by Linda Hamilton, Robert Patrick, Edward Furlong, Michael Biehn, Kristana Loken

Happy birthday to actress Linda Hamilton, best known as Sarah Connor in the science fiction Terminator film series and as Catherine Chandler in the television series Beauty and the Beast (1987-1990). Today's treasure is this 11 x 14 inch color glossy photo from the Terminator franchise that has been hand-signed by stars Hamilton, Robert Patrick (T-1000), Edward Furlong (John Conner), Michael Biehn (Kyle Reese), and Kristana Loken (Terminatrix). Limited edition of 100. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Shel Silverstein - Original Draft of A Light in the Attic

A Light in the Attic Original Draft Manuscript Handwritten and Illustrated by Shel Silverstein

Today marks the birthday of Shel Silverstein (1930 - 1999), the remarkable poet, singer-songwriter, cartoonist, and author. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is his original handwritten and illustrated draft of one of his most famous poems, “A Light in the Attic.” In addition to various changes and corrections, Silverstein added a few lines to the left of the poem, as well as a cryptic series of capital letters down the left side. This one-of-a-kind manuscript lends tremendous insight into his process as an artist and poet, a truly remarkable piece. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party COA.

Happy Birthday to MAD Cartoonist Peter Kuper

Spy vs. Spy Original Art Signed by Peter Kuper

Happy birthday Peter Kuper! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original Spy vs. Spy drawing by the Mad Magazine cartoonist. Kuper is also well known for his wordless alternative comics and illustrations for such publications as World War 3 Illustrated. Hand-signed by Kuper. Black ink on heavy stock paper. 9 x 12 inches. Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Animation Pioneer Chuck Jones

Chuck Jones The Dot and the Line Academy Award Presentation Display with Original Production Background

Today marks the birthday of Chuck Jones (1912 - 2002), animator best known for his Warner Bros. Cartoons,  Tom and Jerry shorts, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and The Dot and the Line. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is The Dot and the Line Academy Award Presentation Display with Original Production Background. Directed by Chuck Jones and Maurice Noble, and produced by Jones for MGM, the ten-minute short was the winner of the Academy Award for Animated Short Film for 1965. This is an actual production background used in this film, in a 23 x 24 inch framed set-up with a recreated hand-painted cel of the line placed on the background for presentation purposes. A special Academy Award presentation matting showcases an image of Jones receiving his Oscar, as well as an image of the nomination certificate for the short. A unique and one of a kind set-up, accompanied by a letter of authenticity. In Excellent condition. From the Chuck Jones Family Collection. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to Lowbrow and Kustom Kulture Artist Coop

Shut Up Little Man Original Illustration Art Signed by Coop

Happy birthday to Lowbrow and Kustom Kulture artist Coop! Real name Chris Cooper, Coop is best known for his sexy devil girls and artwork for bands that include The Reverend Horton Heat, Lords of Acid, Green Day, Nirvana, Soundgarden, and The Foo Fighters. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original ink and watercolor unpublished artwork for the 1993 cult CD Shut Up, Little Man!  These "audio vérité recordings" consists of the arguments between two violent alcoholics, Peter J. Haskett and Raymond Huffman in San Francisco. With a large cult following, the recordings were adapted into comic books, zines, a theatrical production and the 2002 independent film Shut Yer Dirty Little Mouth. Approximately 17 x 19 inches. Hand-signed by Coop. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Adam West

Back to the Batcave Autographed by Adam West

Happy birthday to actor Adam West, best known for the title role in the 1960s Batman television series and film. In recent years, he has been doing voice work for the animated series Family Guy, in which he plays as version of himself as "Mayor West". Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is his autographed memoir - Back to the Batcave - a complete guide to the 120 episodes of the classic 1960s Batman TV series. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to former Big Kahuna Frankie Avalon

Frankie Avalon Autographed Photo

Happy birthday to actor, singer, and former teen idol Frankie Avalon! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo that has been hand-signed in person by Avalon. Best known alongside Annette Funicello, Avalon starred in a number of popular "beach" comedy movies during the 1960s. Mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to Cassandra Peterson aka Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

Elvira's Movie Macabre Record Autographed by Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

Happy birthday to Cassandra Peterson, the actress best known as horror hostess Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is Elvira's new Movie Macabre theme, "What Can I Do" by The Black Belles. Produced by Jack White. This brand new collector's day-glo purple 7 inch vinyl picture disc has been hand-signed in person by Elvira. Provenance Comikaze 2012. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Moby

Destroyed First Edition Book Signed by Moby with Original Drawing

Happy birthday to musician, photographer, and social activist Moby! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed and sketched First Edition copy of his book Destroyed. The book collects his photographs that record the sizeable portion of his life that is spent shuttling from plane to bus to venue to stage to party to hotel room to oblivion. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Dukes of Hazzard Star Tom Wopat

The Dukes of Hazzard Cast Photo Autographed by Tom Wopat, John Schneider, Catherine Bach

Happy birthday to Tom Wopat, the actor and singer best known as Luke Duke in the long-running television show The Dukes of Hazzard (1979-1985).  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x10 inch black and white photo from the popular action-adventure series hand-signed by stars Wopat, John Schneider (Bo Duke), and Catherine Bach (Daisy Duke). Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday to Comedic Genius Peter Sellers

The Pink Panther Soundtrack LP Signed by Peter Sellers, David Niven, Robert Wagner, Claudia Cardinale

Today marks the birthday of Peter Sellers (1925 -1980), British actor, comedian and singer best known as Inspector Clouseau in The Pink Panther series of films. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed The Pink Panther (1963) soundtrack LP signed by all four of the film's stars: David Niven (1910 - 1983), Robert Wagner, Claudia Cardinale, and Sellers. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Farewell to Groundbreaking Comedienne Joan Rivers

Murder at the Academy Awards Book Autographed by Joan Rivers and Jerrilyn Farmer

Farewell to Joan Rivers (1933-2014), who passed away yesterday from complications after a medical procedure on her vocal cords. Rivers was best known for her stand-up comedy, as the co-host of Fashion Police, her appearances on The Tonight Show, and her own Emmy-winning talk show The Joan Rivers Show. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hand-signed First Edition of her mystery novel Murder at the Academy Awards. Also signed by co-author Jerrilyn Farmer. Provenance Mystery Bookstore signing 2009. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Calendar for September 2014

Collector's Shangri-La provides a monthly calendar of selected celebrity autograph signings, collector's conventions, and other events.

Our September Collector’s Calendar includes Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention, Wizard World Nashville, Comic Art Con, Blood & Babes Comic Con, Bewitched FanFare, and much more!

UPCOMING EVENTS -  GOOGLE CALENDAR
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