Avistrum Academy of Sorcery » dueling http://avistrum.org Bringing Magic to Witches and Wizards in the New World Since 1697 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:44:30 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Avistrum Events at Opus 2009 http://avistrum.org/pensieve/2009/03/11/avistrum-events-at-opus-2009 http://avistrum.org/pensieve/2009/03/11/avistrum-events-at-opus-2009#comments Thu, 12 Mar 2009 03:12:09 +0000 Prof. Aberfoyle http://avistrum.org/?p=115 Avistrum is coming back to where it all began, Opus Fantasy Festival! Read on for our event schedule and an opportunity to save $10 through March 12!

Friday, March 13th

Dark Wizards' BallDark Wizards’ Ball

Come dance the night of Friday the 13th away with us! Music provided by DJ Jason Antalek and Empire Entertainment.

Saturday March 14th

Hieroglyphics 101Defense Against the Dark Arts: Hieroglyphics 101

Does the magic of Egypt fascinate you? Would you like to be able to read and write hieroglyphics? Then come study the writing of the Ancient Egyptians and its application to magic. In the class activity, you shall create your own Shield to take home with you. Taught by Avistrum Headmaster Clark Dowling.

Quidditch PanelQuidditch Panel

“Quidditch Crash Course”- Are you not sure what exactly a ‘Quaffle’ is? Do you know the origin of the ‘Golden Snitch’? Then our “Crash Course” is just for you! Come join us in an exploration on the wonderful sport that is Quidditch. We shall cover all the basic aspects of the game, including it’s rich history, the positions, and the equipment. After the lecture we will be moving on to the activity of the panel, the creation of Golden Snidgets! Presented by Parador Student Amelia Emberwing.

Dueling TournamentDueling Tournament

Come test your might in magic at Avistrum’s first Dueling Tournament! Best two out of three falls, winner takes all! Come register at the Avistrum Table and see what fabulous prizes we have for the winner! Presided by Avistrum Head Boy Solace Mare and Parador Prefect Rein Darkshine.

Sunday, March 14th

Avistrum Q & A: Behind the Scenes

Ever wondered what we’re like when we’re not playing wizards? Interested in how characters and props were thought of? Come join us as we answer your questions about the origins of Avistrum and spin some tales and anecdotes.

Harry Potter Movie Panel

What do you think of the movie series? Do you love them or hate them? Come and argue about your likes and dislikes in our Movie Panel. After the discussion, we will take a vote as to which Harry Potter movie we shall watch to close out the day.

Discounted Registration

Through March 12, you can get $10 off the at-the-door price using discount code “avistrum” at EventBrite. Hope to see you all there!

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