Actors: Sean Astin - Michael Shanks - Dominic Keating - Lance Henriksen - Gary Graham - Lani Tupu - Peter Mayhew - Richard Hatch - David Franklin - Matthew Helms Director: Roland Emmerich Authors: Christie Golden - Dayton Ward - Kevin Dilmore - Dave McDonnell Also: Walt Faulconer - Jeff Walker - Kevin Atkins

Michael Shanks

Mr. Shanks portrays Daniel Jackson on the syndicated science fiction TV show Stargate SG1. His character is a scientist instrumental for his vast knowledge of past ancient civilizations and mythology. After leaving the show for its sixth season, Michael returned (by popular demand) for its seventh. His departure from the series was worked into the storyline for several episodes and his return formed an arc pivotal to the premier of the seventh season.

The younger of two brothers, Shanks was born in Vancouver and raised in Kamloops, British Columbia. He discovered acting while studying business at the University of British Columbia. Needing a few arts credits to earn his degree, Shanks decided to take several acting classes. It was at this point Shanks realized he had indeed found his true passion in acting. After he finished college with a B.A. in Fine Arts, Shanks traveled to Ontario, Canada, where he spent two seasons with the world-renowned Stratford Shakespeare Festival. Shanks appeared in stage productions of Amadeus, Macbeth, The Merry Wives of Windsor, King Lear and The Merchant of Venice. His other theater credits include Love of the Nightingale, Translations, Wait Until Dark and Loves Labors Lost.

In addition to Stargate SG-1, Shanks has guest starred in a number of television series, including Andromeda, The Outer Limits, Highlander, The Commish, University Hospital and the Canadian series Madison. His television movie credits include A Family Divided and the miniseries Eye Level. Shanks also appeared in the motion picture Call of the Wild with Rutger Hauer.

Away from set, Shanks likes to roller blade, windsurf, ski and play hockey. He is actively involved with several charities, including the ASPCA and the Veteran's Association.

Mr. Shanks will be signing autographs and participating in our Photo with the Stars Program on Saturday and Sunday and appear on our Main Events stage Saturday, April 17, 2004.