Fanderson
| Formation | 20 August 1981 |
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| Type | Not-for-profit |
| Purpose | Official appreciation society for the works of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson |
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| Products | Members-only magazine, merchandise, events and services (plus free web-based networking services for non-members) |
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Membership
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1,300 (peak 2,000 approx. (1996)) |
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Chairman
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Nick Williams (since 2007) |
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Key people
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Gerry Anderson (club co-creator (along with ITC Entertainment) and honorary president until his death) |
| Slogan | Since 1981. By fans, for fans. |
| Website | www |
Fanderson is the official appreciation society for the works of British film and television producers Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. It is a not-for-profit organisation endorsed by ITV Studios Global Entertainment, ITC Entertainment Group, The Indestructible Production Company and Anderson Entertainment. Based in the United Kingdom, but with an international membership, the club is run by a small committee of unpaid volunteers.
The club was formed on 20 August 1981 at a meeting convened by ITC and Gerry Anderson. Previously, ITC had supported the various clubs and societies that followed Anderson's works; in 1981 it requested that the separate groups merge, and in exchange promised to give its full support (except financial assistance) to the new organisation.
As ownership of the ITC part of Anderson's productions has changed hands, so Fanderson has maintained relationships with PolyGram, Carlton, Granada Ventures and, most recently, ITV Studios. This has given the club free access to materials such as photo libraries, in exchange for advice, help and support. The club also maintains relationships with production companies of Anderson works not distributed by ITC, such as Carrington Productions International (Lavender Castle), Universal Studios (Doppelgänger) and Anderson Entertainment.
For an annual membership fee the club produces a magazine (titled FAB) for its members three times a year (usually March, July and November), along with other exclusive merchandise (such as books, DVDs and soundtrack and mini-album CDs). Many of these members-only items are manufactured in limited quantities under agreement with the licence holders. Fanderson also organises conventions at which fans are able to meet cast and crew of various Anderson productions, watch episodes, buy merchandise and raise money for charity. Although these are always based in the UK, the club will support overseas events where possible. The club also provides limited online services to non-club-members free of charge, such as the Fanderson Forum, Facebook and Twitter pages.
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