Ligotti panel at NecronomiCon Providence 2017

[Sam]

This sounds spectacular! A panel at NecronomiCon Providence 2017:

Saturday, August 19 – 4:30-5:45pm
TEATRO GROTTESCO: The Bleak Universe of Thomas Ligotti – Grand Ballroom, Biltmore 17th Floor
Thomas Ligotti embraces the themes and moods of Lovecraft, Schulz, Cioran and others, and emerged from the shadow of these literary heirs to become one of the most powerful voices in Weird fiction. In this panel we discuss the bleak and pessimistic universe his work evokes, as well as works crafted by writers who count him among their influences.
Panelists: Matthew Bartlett, Michael Calia, Michael Cisco, Kurt Fawver, Alex Houstoun (Moderator), Jon Padgett

Can't wait!

[Mr. Veech]

I'm glad this is happening. I just feel a little bitter knowing I won't be able to go - yet again.

[Frater_Tsalal]

This certainly looks to be one of the more interesting panels at the convention this year. About time they have a Ligotti panel, frankly.

Speaking of which, who else here is planning on going to the NecronomiCon? This will be my third time attending, and the first time I'll be staying at the hotel the convention is taking place at: for the previous two conventions I would take the bus back and forth from my home to Providence, but I found that by doing so I was pretty much missing all of the morning and evening festivities, so I figured it would be easier if I just booked a room at the hotel itself this year (as it is, I love staying at hotels).

[Arthur Staaz]

Quote Originally Posted by Frater_Tsalal

Speaking of which, who else here is planning on going to the NecronomiCon?

I will be there also, along with a friend from Maine. We're staying at the Biltmore, a cool-looking old building that looks like something out of Lovecraft.

[Ascrobius]

I think I am going to attend. I am in Connecticut so it is a stone's throw away. Looks to be very interesting.

[Frater_Tsalal]

Quote Originally Posted by Arthur Staaz

Quote Originally Posted by Frater_Tsalal Speaking of which, who else here is planning on going to the NecronomiCon? I will be there also, along with a friend from Maine. We're staying at the Biltmore, a cool-looking old building that looks like something out of Lovecraft.

Yes, I'll be at the Biltmore as well. Lovecraft actually mentioned that very hotel in "The Case of Charles Dexter Ward," incidentally, so there certainly is that connection with his work.

[Zaharoff]

Quote Originally Posted by James

Somebody filming it?

Great point! Even highlights.

Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Veech

I'm glad this is happening. I just feel a little bitter knowing I won't be able to go - yet again.

I hear that, boss. Event fees seem more or less reasonable.
Airfare, hotel accommodations, and meals boost it up quite a bit.
Plus, to be honest, I tire of being around most people.

[Revenant]

Is it because you don't care for the company of others or because you find it physically draining? I'm just curious.

[Zaharoff]

Quote Originally Posted by Revenant

Is it because you don't care for the company of others or because you find it physically draining? I'm just curious.

By and large I dislike the herd.
Individuals can be OK, although the less I know them, usually the better.
I have a fondness for wackos; I have no use for souls who have no gifts.
Like many of you, my days are numbered.

Somebody filming it?