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'till the 2006 Insiders Conference!
Exclusive Video Previews
Watch these short previews of video segments that will be seen publicly for the very first time at the conference.
Discover what it's like to go behind-the-scenes and take a huge memorabilia collection from Vegas to Memphis.
 When the staff of EPE went to acquire Colonel Parker's collection of Elvis memorabilia in October of 1990, they took a video camera and now, you'll get to see what he kept behind closed doors.
The Three-day Merchandise and Memorabilia Showroom
Open Friday, August 11 to Sunday, August 13
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
On Friday and Saturday, it is open to Elvis Insiders as part of their Elvis Insiders Conference admission - just flash your pass from either day of the conference. Available to others for a $10.00 per day ticket available at the door.
Sunday, August 13 it is open to the public at no charge.
The showroom features autograph sessions with celebrities and authors from the Elvis world and sales and display booths featuring EPE product licensees
Some of the celebrities may charge a fee for their autograph or photo.
Currently scheduled for an appearance(s) at some point during the conference:
Tanya Lemani George
Dancer, '68 special
(She belly-danced while Elvis sang "Little Egypt")
Victoria Paige Meyerink and William Schallert
Speedway Costars
Chris Noel
Girl Happy Costar
Joe Petruccio
Artist
Nancy Rooks
Author of Inside Graceland: Elvis' Maid Remembers
Maxine Brown Russell
Singer and author of
Looking Back to See: A Country Music Memoir
Jerry Schilling
One of Elvis's closest friends and author of the upcoming autobiography, Me And A Guy Named Elvis, My Lifelong Friendship with Elvis Presley
Gordon Stoker
Jordanaires member who performed with Elvis on all three of his Sullivan appearances.
Sam Thompson
Friend of Elvis and the brother of Linda Thompson
Linda Thompson
Actress, poet, Oscar nominated songwriter, and former girlfriend of Elvis
Al Wertheimer
Photographer who photographed Elvis early in his career.
June Juanico
Author of Elvis: In the Twilight of Memory. Dated Elvis in between 1955 and 1957.
James Burton
Member of the TCB Band and Legendary Guitarist
The Imperials
Gospel Group and Backup Vocals for Elvis in Vegas
Door Prizes and Sponsorships Provided in Part by:
Graceland Cellars - Elvis Wine
Limited Treasures
Siruis/Elvis Radio
Hard Rock Café
Memphis Humane Society
Band In My Hand
Quirk Books
Lordsvale Sales
The Art Factory
The Bradford Exchange
Elvis Coffee
Celebriducks
Preferred Plush
The Lyon Company
Taylor Secialties
Cranston
Mid-south Products
MBNA
ShopElvis.com
Advanced Graphics
McFarlane Toys
Royal Doulton
USAopoly
Classico San Francisco, Inc
Kent International
Elvis...The Magazine
Want to come to the conference but don't know much about Memphis?
Check out our Elvis Week Partners page.
The Official Elvis Insiders is a proud supporter of Little Kids Rock.
The 2006 Elvis Insiders Conference is proud to spotlight the
James Burton Foundation
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Hosted by Tom Brown
Vice President of Production
Turner Classic Movies
Al Wertheimer
Photographer who photographed Elvis early in his career.
Maxine Brown Russell
Singer and author of
Looking Back to See: A Country Music Memoir
Jerry Schilling
One of Elvis's closest friends and author of the upcoming autobiography, Me And A Guy Named Elvis, My Lifelong Friendship with Elvis Presley
Photo Gallery of Jerry and Elvis
June Juanico
Dated Elvis and author of Elvis: In the Twilight of Memory
Linda Thompson
Actress, poet, Oscar nominated songwriter, and former girlfriend of Elvis.
Sam Thompson
Friend of Elvis and the brother of Linda Thompson
Check out Sam's Burnlounge Site
Pat Boone
Legendary Entertainer
Andrew Solt
Head of SOFA Entertainment and owner of the Ed Sullivan Show catalog
Gordon Stoker
Member of The Jordanaires, who were Elvis's primary male back-up vocal group from 1956 to the end of the 1960s and worked with Elvis in the recording studio, on stage and in his movies. Gordon appeared with Elvis on all three of his Sullivan appearances.
About Our Host
As Vice President of Original Production for Turner Classic Movies, Tom has the ultimate job for an Elvis fan. During his last nine years at TCM, he has produced a lot of pieces in support of Elvis themes and festivals. He was executive producer on special segments with Priscilla Presley, Scotty Moore, DJ Fontana, George Klein and The TCB Band. He has shot in locations like RCA Studio B in Nashville, Radio Recorders Studio in LA, and inside Graceland.
He also was Executive Producer of the bonus material on the DVD of "Elvis That's The Way It Is Special Edition" and is interviewed in the featurettes included on the 50th Anniversary DVD edition of "Love Me Tender."
Tom became a fan of Elvis after discovering the 45 of "Return To Sender"in his mother's record collection. He grew up in Tupelo, MS, two streets behind Elvis' birthplace and proudly attended Elvis' elementary schools, Lawhon and Milam.
He saw Elvis in concert at the Mid-South Coliseum on March 20, 1974 at the show which was became the album "Elvis Recorded Live On Stage in Memphis."
Segment Hosts Include
Susan Sherwood
EPE Photography Manager
Angie Marchese
EPE Archives Manager
Todd Morgan
Director of Media & Creative Development
Also scheduled during the conference will be behind-the-scenes videos from the Historic Landmark designation, the production of the Elvis and Dolly "Roadtrip" commercial, the American Idols visit to Graceland, and lots more.
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Hear from the people who knew and worked with Elvis and see some incredible photos and videos that have rarely or never been seen by the public. Find out the latest news on both Elvis and his music, make some great friends, and get an incredible conference welcome kit, loaded with freebies.
Not an Elvis Insider yet? You are missing out! Join today.
Memphis Marriott East
The Official Host Hotel for Elvis Week 2006
2625 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Memphis, TN.
Day One
Friday, August 11, 2006
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The first day will begin with Al Wertheimer showing some never-before-seen photos he took of Elvis at the beginning of both their careers and sharing his memories of tagging along with Elvis and his family.
If you read her book, you know June Juanico's three year relationship with Elvis was very special. She'll be at the conference to share some of the magic of what it was like to date Elvis.
Ever wish you could have snuck in Colonel Parker's house to get a look at HIS Elvis room? When the staff of EPE went to acquire his collection of Elvis memorabilia in October of 1990, they took a video camera and now, you'll get to see what he kept behind closed doors with an amazing presentation from Angie Marchese, EPE Archives Manager.
We'll hear even more about the early years of Elvis's career from Maxine Brown Russell, a singer and author of
Looking Back to See: A Country Music Memoir.
As a member of The Browns she toured with Elvis early in his career.
Jerry Schilling, one of Elvis's closest friends, will be sharing from his soon-to-be released book Me And A Guy Named Elvis, My Lifelong Friendship with Elvis Presley.
Day Two
Saturday, August 12, 2006
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday will be another amazing day when the Graceland archives department will show us some footage from a recent memorabilia acquisition in Las Vegas.
Linda Thompson, along with her brother Sam Thompson, will share their memories of Elvis from the 1970's. Linda Thompson, actress, poet, and Academy Award nominated songwriter, was Elvis's girlfriend from 1972 to 1976. Her brother Sam was a friend of Elvis and a member of his personal staff in the 1970s. This is Linda's first Elvis Week appearance.
Pat Boone has a lot of Elvis stories he has been saving and believes this is the perfect time to share them so, for the first time ever, he'll be here to share his thoughts and memories.
And to close out the conference, Todd Morgan, will host a very special segment with Andrew Solt, head of SOFA Entertainment, owner of the Ed Sullivan Show catalog, who will screen clips (some previously unreleased) from Elvis's three appearances on the program. Joining him in sharing some of the behind-the-scenes history of Elvis on Sullivan will be Jordanaires member Gordon Stoker, who performed with Elvis on all three of his Sullivan appearances.
All conference details including program and schedule are subject to change.
Attendees will receive a welcome kit loaded with Elvis-themed gifts including the highly-collectible conference bear. Also, everyone wins a door prize. Door prizes will vary in value.
One day tickets are:
$38.00 Adults
$19.00 Children 7-12
Children 6 & under free
Two day tickets are:
$60.00 Adults
$30.00 Children 7-12
Children 6 & under free
Elvis Insiders may purchase three guest tickets in addition to their own. Tickets are limited and we do expect a sellout on both days.
If you are planning on attending the FREE Elvis Insiders Meet 'n' Greet on Friday, August 11 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. you WILL need a complimentary ticket. - SOLD OUT!
All tickets are available now via the Graceland sales/reservations department. Phone: (901) 332-3322 or (800) 238-2000. E-mail: glsales@elvis.com.
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