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The National Halloween, Horror, Haunted House and Hearse Convention (N.H4.C) and Canadian Haunters Convention (CHC) made an historic announcement today regarding a partnership forged between the two groups that they say will change the landscape of the haunting scene in North America in 2010 and beyond.

 

"In order to remain competitive, innovative, and cutting edge, Haunters Conventions can no longer be considered regional in an ever changing business landscape" stated Rob Kocher of the N.H4.C. "We have to consider economies of scale, as well as realize that the big boys in the supplier trades have already adapted their businesses to be International in scope".

 

In an effort to become leaders in the convention industry, both N.H4.C. and CHC realized that they had to work together, instead of thinking of one another as the competition. "Conventions of this nature need to be considered entertainment venues" commented Matthew Flagler, founder of the CHC. "Haunters have demonstrated time and again that they're devoted to haunting entertainment in all its forms, in the same way that a true football fanatic travels the continent in a motor home, attending the tail-gate parties, and taking in numerous spectacular events annually!" Flagler concluded.  

 

 Both conventions are slated for the Northeast American continent and each is expected to draw attendees from throughout the region, across the nation and around the world. The N.H4.C. event is being held April 29th - May 2nd, 2010 at the Valley Forge Convention Center in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. CHC's convention is May 7th - 9th, 2010 in St. Catharine's, Ontario, Canada at the Parkway Convention Centre, in the Heart of the Niagara Region.

Two vampire sagas thrived at night at "SCREAM 2009," the first and only event honoring the best in fantasy, sci-fi, comics and horror.  "Twilight" sunk its teeth into four trophies, including best Fantasy Movie, with Breakout Performance winner Taylor Lautner on hand to unveil world premiere footage from the forthcoming "Twilight Saga: New Moon."  Not to be outdone, HBO smash hit "True Blood" garnered four awards, with series creator Alan Ball and cast members Anna Paquin, Stephen Moyer, Alexander Skarsgård, Sam Trammell and Rutina Wesley in attendance to accept their honors.  The star-studded event was held at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles and premieres on Spike TV on Tuesday, October 27 (10:00 PM - Midnight, ET/PT).

One of the night's highlights featured an on stage legend meeting an on screen icon, as Keith Richards was presented the SCREAM Rock Immortal award by Johnny Depp at Spike TV's "SCREAM 2009."  The living legend, Rolling Stones guitarist and songwriter was greeted by a standing ovation before receiving his introduction to immortality from Depp, who famously patterned his Academy Award-nominated turn as Captain Jack Sparrow in "The Pirates of the Caribbean" movie trilogy after Richards.   

Also on hand was Megan Fox, star of "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen," which captured five awards, including one for Fox's female lead performance.  She accepted the award and reaffirmed her dedication to the franchise's continued success.

Legendary creator of some of the most famous comic book franchises in history, including Spider-Man, Iron Man and the X-Men, Stan Lee left the audience with mouths agape as the 86-year-old visionary arrived on stage via a giant spider to accept the Comic-Con Icon award from Peter Parker himself, Tobey Maguire.

A franchise that is certain to live long and prosper, the JJ Abrams reboot of "Star Trek" led the way with six honors, including the night's most prestigious, The Ultimate Scream, accepted by the original Captain Kirk, William Shatner.

The cast of the "Big Bang Theory" introduced a tribute to one of the decade's most influential science fiction series, "Battlestar Galactica."  A moving cast reunion for a farewell tribute took place, featuring Edward James Olmos, Tricia Helfer, Grace Park, James Callis, Kate Vernon, Katee Sackhoff, Michael Trucco, Tahmoh Penikett and executive producer David Eick.  Olmos led the crowd in a rousing rendition of "So Say We All" after thanking the passionate "Battlestar Galactica" fanbase for its support over the years.

Spike TV also debuted world premiere and exclusive never-before-seen footage from highly anticipated theatrical releases, including the upcoming Martin Scorsese directed "Shutter Island," which stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tim Burton's "Alice In Wonderland" starring Johnny Depp, and the upcoming "Star Trek" sequel.  Also presented was an extensive preview of the forthcoming ABC series, "V."

The fourth annual "SCREAM" event featured appearances by the industry's biggest stars including Jessica Alba, Kate Bosworth, Jennifer Carpenter, Eliza Dushku, Harrison Ford, Megan Fox, Morgan Freeman, Jackie Earle Haley, Hugh Jackman, Justin Long, Sam Raimi, John C. Reilly, Christina Ricci, Eli Roth, Liv Tyler and Elijah Wood, among many others.

"For one night only, The Greek Theatre became 'The Geek Theatre' as thousands of ravenous fans came together to celebrate their heroes and the films, TV shows and comics they love," said "SCREAM 2009" co-executive producer Michael Levitt.

For a complete list of winners and to view exclusive red carpet and backstage coverage of this year's "SCREAM," visit scream.spike.com.