Delve into the world of iconic monsters the Doctor has encountered on their travels through time and space.
Meet some of the designers behind the creation of these monstrous characters, and hear their first-hand accounts of working on the show. Then discover what it’s like to embody these monsters from actors who played them.
Chaired by Marcus Hearn (Doctor Who Magazine), this discussion will include Rob Allsop Stephen Mansfield and Richard Ashton. There will also be a chance for a Q&A.
Robert Allsopp specialises in prop and costume design, and has worked on both classic and new Who, designing numerous monsters – notably the peg dolls and the latest Cybermen to appear. He has also worked extensively in television and film costume design/effects.
Stephen Mansfield is now a freelance Sculptor and character designer. He designed and produced monsters for the Sylvester McCoy era of Doctor Who, including The Destroyer and The Haemovores, and also operated Fifi – the pet Stigorax. He has also been Principal Sculptor at Madame Tussaud's, and worked on numerous projects in television, theatre and advertising.
Richard Ashton played the character Friday - an Ice Warrior who appeared in the episode "The Empress of Mars”, alongside Peter Capaldi as the 12th Doctor. He also worked on the cult sci-fi film, The Fifth Element.
The discussion/Q&A will last approximately 1 hr and will be followed by a signing.