TX – Last Fan Standing LIVE

Actor, author and producer Bruce Campbell (Ash vs Evil Dead) appears at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 6:00 PM! Tickets are available here…

Press Release:

We’re teaming up with Book People to celebrate our five-year anniversary with Bruce Campbell!

Each ticket includes a meet and greet with Bruce and a copy of his new book Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of a B Movie Actor.

Last Fan Standing is the first LIVE Trivia Game Show celebrating Fandom & Pop-Culture, and here are just a few of the reasons you won’t want to miss it:

The Only Live Game Show Created Exclusively For Fans

Born from the world of Comic-Con, Last Fan Standing is an interactive trivia quest built from four primary pillars of content, that include:

• Fantasy
• Horror
• Sci-Fi
• Superheroes

Not your average quiz show or trivia contest, Last Fan Standing tests your knowledge about the things that really matter. Brought to life through a dynamic and entertaining live event, Last Fan Standing is the ultimate test of pop culture and fandom.

Bruce Campbell: The Grooviest Of Hosts

Bruce Campbell: Your Hero, our host. Well, he’s our hero too!

From his turn as Ash in the classic 80’s Evil Dead horror movie series, to his seven-seasons on Burn Notice, to the reprisal of his iconic character in Starz’ Ash vs. Evil Dead, Bruce Campbell has long been a fanboy favorite—and part of the braintrust behind Last Fan Standing. And it’s easy to see why: his sharp, self-deprecating wit has made his Comic Con panels top draws for years. In fact, Bruce’s 2015 Comic Con appearance in San Diego was outdrawn only by the panel for Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

It’s A Game Show Experience Everyone Gets To Play

Last Fan Standing gives the entire audience the chance to play along and qualify to be on stage—and attempt to be The Last Fan Standing. Through provided “audience response devices” (Clickers if you insist on getting technical), each audience member participates in a series of multiple choice questions, where the players with the fastest-correct answers advance to the Podium Rounds. The Podium Rounds bring the top four (4) players from the audience to a winner-take-all battle of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Superheroes, and Horror based trivia. After each round the player with the lowest score is eliminated, until there is only one….Last Fan Standing!

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Alamo Drafthouse Ritz
320 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701
(512) 861-7020

3rd Annual Merrimack Valley Halloween Book Festival

Press Release:

THE MERRIMACK VALLEY HALLOWEEN BOOK FESTIVAL 2017 will be held on Saturday, October 21st, 2017, from 10am till 4:30pm. Once again, the event will be held at the Haverhill Public Library (Haverhill, MA) and is FREE and open to the public. Sponsored by River City Writers, Andover Bookstore, Haverhill House Publishing, and–of course–Haverhill Public Library.

So…who’s going to be there? We’re expanding a bit this year, adding a number of writers primarily known for their mystery and thriller novels, and our total number of attending authors and artists has passed FIFTY. Among them, we’re thrilled to welcome back Joe Hill. Joe’s new book, Strange Weather, debuts around the country on October 24th…but we’ve made special arrangements with Joe’s publisher and our friends at Andover Bookstore to have Strange Weather make its official debut three days early, at the Merrimack Valley Halloween Book Festival. Joe will be on hand to sign them, of course.

But I know you want the full list of attendees, so here you go:

• Joe Hill
• Hank Phillippi Ryan
• Sarah Smith
• Gregory Bastianelli
• Matt Bechtel
• Stephen Bissette
• Daniel Braum
• Lisa Bunker
• Dana Cameron
• Glenn Chadbourne
• Jason Ciaramella
• Joseph Citro
• Tom Deady
• Kristin Dearborn
• Rachel Autumn Deering
• Barry Lee Dejasu
• Amber Fallon
• Fiona’s Fright Shoppe
• Dan Foley
• Craig Shaw Gardner
• Christopher Golden
• Scott Goudsward
• Catherine Grant
• Kat Howard
• Christopher Irvin
• Nicholas Kaufmann
• Brian Keene
• Toni L.P. Kelner
• John Langan
• Fred Van Lente
• Bracken MacLeod
• John M. McIlveen
• Hillary Monahan
• James A. Moore
• Holly Newstein
• Errick Nunnally
• Jason Parent
• Philip Perron
• Leigh Perry
• David Price
• Mary SanGiovanni
• Cat Scully
• Rob Smales
• Thomas Sniegoski
• Laurie Faria Stolarz
• Paul Tremblay
• Tony Tremblay
• John Urbancik
• Kenneth Vaughn
• Trisha Wooldridge
• Douglas Wynne
• Rio Youers

Extra fun for Merrimack Valley Halloween Book Festival.
The brilliant novelist Sarah Smith will be conducting her own version of “Antiques Roadshow” at the event. Bring an antique item or two and for a minimum $1 donation to the library, she’ll evaluate and discuss the items with you. Thanks, Sarah!

And here’s the panel schedule for the day:

• 10:30 — The Dark Border: Fantasy, Folklore, Fairy Tales and Horror – Why it’s magic when they meet.
  —–Craig Shaw Gardner, Kat Howard, Hillary Monahan, James A. Moore, Cat Scully (M), Laurie Faria Stolarz
• 11:30 — The New England Mystery Tradition — Spooky autumn helps horror, but how much are New England mystery authors inspired by the region and its atmosphere?
  —–Dana Cameron, Christopher Irvin (M), Leigh Perry, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Sarah Smith, Thomas E. Sniegoski
• 12:30 – Horror in Comics — What makes the medium so well-suited for the weird and supernatural, and what do our panelists think is required reading from then and now?
  —–Stephen R. Bissette, Jason Ciaramella (M), Rachel Autumn Deering, Brian Keene, Errick Nunnally, Fred Van Lente
• 1:30 — Joe Hill: A Season of Strange Weather – Interviewed by Christopher Golden
• 2:30 – Far North Frights: Horror from above the 42nd parallel Why do so many scary writers love northern New England, from Acadia to the Northern Kingdom?
  —–Joseph A. Citro, Tom Deady, Kristin Dearborn, John M. McIlveen, Holly Newstein-Hautala, Douglas Wynne (M)
• 3:30 – Our Haunted World: Why Do We Need and Read Horror in Scary Times?
  ——-Nicholas Kaufmann, John Langan, Bracken MacLeod, Mary Sangiovanni, Paul Tremblay, Rio Youers (M)

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North Haverhill Public Library Main
99 Main St, Haverhill, MA 01830
(978) 373-8466

CO – Last Fan Standing LIVE

Actor, author and producer Bruce Campbell (Ash vs Evil Dead) appears at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00 PM! Tickets are available here…

Press Release:

Tattered Cover Book Store and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema are delighted to welcome actor, director, writer, producer, and cult hero Bruce Campbell to Denver, in honor of his new book Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of A B Movie Actor, the long-awaited sequel to If Chins Could Kill. And this is no ordinary book event! Bruce will host his fabulous game show LAST FAN STANDING, a series of multiple choice questions where the players with the first correct answers advance to the Podium Rounds. The top four players from the audience fight a winner-take-all battle of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Superheroes, and Horror trivia. After each round the player with the lowest score is eliminated, until there is only one . . . Last Fan Standing!

Alamo Drafthouse Denver
4255 W. Colfax Ave., Denver, Colorado 80204
(720) 577-4720

Friday the 13th Stars Appear at Rock & Shock 2017

Press Release:

Rock and Shock family, it’s time for more guest announcements! With Rock and Shock starting on a Friday the 13th, you know we had to celebrate by bringing in some fan favorite friends and fiends from the film franchise.

First up is one of our most requested campers, someone who is coming to Rock and Shock for the very first time, AMY STEEL! As Ginny in Friday the 13th Part 2, Amy played the first character to survive the wrath of Jason Voorhees. She is exceptionally kind and welcoming to her fans, and we’re very excited to give you a chance to meet her.

Speaking of fan friendly, we’re happy to welcome back DEREK MEARS! Memorable for his work with fellow Rock and Shock attendee Adam Green as well as his many characters played under heavy prosthetics in Sleepy Hollow, Mears first endeared himself to horror fans when he took up the hockey mask in a very well received performance as Jason in the 2009 Friday the 13th reboot.

Of course, when we’re talking about Jason, KANE HODDER is the most popular man to ever play the Crystal Lake killer, and this year he is going to be participating in a very special professional photo op, brought to you by our friends at MAD MONSTER. Kane will be donning a replica of his Jason costume and makeup from Friday the 13th part VII: The New Blood! You will have the rare opportunity to have your picture taken with Kane in full costume, complete with a film accurate backdrop, printed out on 8×10 photo paper! What’s even better is that the replica has been crafted from the original specs by another Rock and Shock 2017 attendee and the director and special effects creator of part VII, the one and only JOHN CARL BUECHLER! The photo op will happen, appropriately enough, on Friday, October 13th, and tickets are limited to just 100 so you might want to get one quick when they go on sale Tuesday, August 22nd (Note: each ticket is $160, which includes admission to the convention–but not the concerts–on Friday, and you can have up to two people in the photo). This will be a Friday the 13th weekend for the history books, and we hope you’ll be here to share it with us!

Visit www.rockandshock.com for tickets, guest lists and more information about this year’s show!

 

MD – An Evening with Cary Elwes

Actor Cary Elwes appears at the Strathmore on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 8:00 PM for a screening of The Princess Bride followed by a Q&A. Tickets available here…

Elwes gives fans of the heroic Westley, Princess Buttercup, and Prince Humperdinck a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the 1987 classic film. After a screening of the iconic movie, Elwes engages in a moderated discussion of the classic scenes, and audiences are treated to never before shared secrets and stories from the set, along with unbelievable antics sure to entertain.

A limited number of VIP tickets that include premium seats, access to a special meet & greet event, and a copy of As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride by Cary Elwes are available for $125.

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Strathmore
5301 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, Maryland 20852
(301) 581-5100

Dallas Comic Show Returns on September 16-17

The Dallas Comic Show returns to the Richardson Civic Center on September 16-17, 2017 for a fun weekend filled with awesome guests and panels. Free parking, affordable admission, a great alternative to big box events that are sometimes too hectic for fans. Dallas Comic Show is a family-friendly event in the DFW area featuring exciting comic book and media guests, costumed characters, gaming and Anime content.

Our mission is to bring back an affordable pop culture convention experience to the DFW area, something everyone can enjoy and embrace without breaking the bank. This is show run by fans and done for fans. We are here to make sure you have fun.

Comic book guests include: Joe Jusko, Daniel Way, Todd Nauck, Tim Bradstreet, Steve Niles, Angel Medina, James O’Barr, John Lucas, Josh Howard, and many more.

Media guests include: Kevin Nash, Lori Petty, Tom Sizemore, Susan Eisenberg, Kimmy Robertson, Harry Goaz, Kevin Grevioux, Erik Stolhanske, Dickey Beer, Jamie Marchi, and more.

All guest appearances are subject to work commitments. Guests appear both days of the show unless otherwise noted.  Scroll down to bios for info on media guest prices. In rare instances some guests may have to postpone their appearances due to work commitments, we always try to note if that’s occurred as soon as possible. Please note, Media Guests charge to sign your items or their merchandise, and most charge a fee for photos with them. Most comic book guests do not charge for autographs, but it’s always wise to ask first.

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This is a fun family event for all ages, Q&A panels all weekend, and costume contest Saturday night. All the info can be found at www.dallascomicshow.com

SPOOKY DAY IN THE PARKS ADDS EXCLUSIVE SCREENING AND MORE!

Spooky Day in the Parks Updates Materialize as the Weekend Creeps Closer

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL – Spooky Empire and Florida Supercon have now joined forces! These two Florida convention power houses have come together to bring you even more thrills and chills as Spooky Day in the parks approaches!

Coming to Central, FL this Fall, September 22 – 24, 2017, Spooky Day in the Parks is a two-day meet up event for fans that have a “villainous” side. The weekend taking place throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort, will include a mixture of Theme Park gatherings, special VIP events, a “Bizarre” full of merchandise to fulfill your dark side, character breakfast, and much more.

Just added to this wicked weekend is an exclusive screening of the brand new documentary “Foolish Mortals”, which focuses on the fan culture surrounding the very popular attraction the Haunted Mansion. This will be the first ever screening in Florida right in the heart of the Walt Disney World® Resort. Two screenings will take place at the Spooky Day Bizarre located at the Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Friday Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23 and hosted by Producer Ryan Grulich and Director James H. Carter II. (Screening times to be announced)

Spooky Day in the Parks is an opportunity for fans to gather and celebrate their favorite Disney villains and haunted attractions, not to mention a chance to step out in your best ghoulish garb. Attendees are encouraged to express themselves through Disney “bounding” or wicked attire, but do keep in mind this is not a costume or cosplay event. Be it dark or fun, guests will be able to showcase their personal style and materialize for this spirited event.

The following events will materialize at multiple locations around the Walt Disney World® Resort:

• Gala at the Tower – Exclusive after hours private dessert party with unlimited rides, open bar plus Villain photo ops  at The Twilight Zone Tower of TerrorTM at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®
• Bizarre Bazaar – Two-Day exhibitor hall full of all the villainous goods and artwork you can get your claws on
• Frightful Feast – Character Breakfast at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
• Magic Kingdom Meet Up – Disney Bounding Meet Up at the Magic Kingdom® Park

Make your final arrangements. Tickets for all Spooky Day events are now available at www.spookydayintheparks.com and include the exclusive screening. Get your advance tickets for the bizarre and all of our other Spooky Day events today! Use the code SUMMER20 and get 20% off all tickets through August!

Rooms are available at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for a discounted price of $199 per night. Rooms can be reserved by visiting our website SpookyDayInTheParks.com

Spooky Day in the Parks is not associated with Walt Disney World® Resort, Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, or Magic Kingdom® Park. Spooky Day in the Parks works closely with Disney to insure all park rules and regulations regarding attire are followed.

For more information about Spooky Day in the Parks, visit www.spookydayintheparks.com.Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and for style-inspiration Pinterest.

For more information about Spooky Empire, visit www.spookyempire.com.Follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@SpookyEmpire).

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About Spooky Empire

Founded in 2003, Spooky Empire has grown to become one of the largest genre conventions in the nation with attendance increasing each year. Spooky Empire’s ultimate goal is to provide memorable events for fans to return to each year, a place where they can congregate with thousands of other people with the same interests. For more information, visit www.spookyempire.com.

Spooky Empire Media Contacts:
Juliana Gutierrez, JWI PR | +1 305-991-4259 | juliana@jwipr.com

Jessica Wade Pfeffer, JWI PR | +1 305-804-8424 | jessica@jwipr.com

AZ – Hail to the Chin Signing

Bruce Campbell, star of Ash vs Evil Dead, will sign copies of his latest book, Hail to the Chin: Further Confessions of a B Movie Actor at Barnes & Noble on Monday September 25th at 7:00 PM.

ABOUT HAIL TO THE CHIN:
It’s been 15 years since his first memoir but Bruce is still living the dream as a “B” movie king in an “A” movie world.

Bruce Campbell makes his triumphant return from where he left off in If Chins Could Kill with further hilarious, gut-wrenchingly honest confessions.

Bruce brings us through his life in the decade since his first memoir and his roles as varied as they are numerous- from his roles in the Spider-Man movies to his self-referential My Name is Bruce to his role on #1 show Burn Notice and his new STARZ hit series Ash vs Evil Dead.

Over the last 15 years, Bruce has become a regular on the Wizard World convention circuit, has created his @GroovyBruce twitter account with over 400,000 followers and a Facebook page with almost 250,000 likes. His profile and reach is lightyears beyond where it was for Chins.

Hail to the Chin will be bursting with pictures and the signature humor that Bruce brought to If Chins Could Kill and will be devoured by his legions of fans across the country.

Barnes & Noble
5130 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85711
520-512-1166

CO – Monster Squad 30th Anniversary Screening

Join stars Andre Gower, Ryan Lambert, and Ashley Bank — that’s Sean, little sister Phoebe, and Rudy — for a night of remembering, reminiscing, and raging anti-monster justice on the big screen at the Alamo Drafthouse on Thursday, August 17 at 7:30 PM! Tickets available at the link…

Whether it’s your first or 101st time, you’ll find it physically impossible not to pump your fist along with this of story monster-obsessed kids saving their small town from that old bloodsucker Drac and his heck-raising pals. Stars Andre, Ryan, and Ashley will be on hand to bookend the show, sharing stories and taking questions you’ve been waiting pretty much your whole life to ask. Plus, every guest will receive a mini-poster signed by the cast in attendance!

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Alamo Drafthouse
4255 W. Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80204
720-577-4720

MA – It’s Alive! Exhibition with Kirk Hammett

Press Release:

One night only! Experience an exclusive evening with Kirk Hammett as he talks about his lifelong passion for classic horror and sci-fi movie posters and their influence on his musical creativity at the Peabody Essex Museum on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 8:00 PM. He’ll discuss the genesis of the exhibition ‘It’s Alive! Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Art from the Kirk Hammett Collection‘ with curator Daniel Finamore. Tickets available at the link…

Kirk Hammett, best known as the guitarist of the rock band Metallica, is also an avid collector of classic horror and sci-fi movie posters. This exhibition features 90 works that provide insight into the evolution of horror and sci-fi films and how they have played upon contemporary societal fears. Hammett acknowledges his poster collection as a source of inspiration for his own musical creativity. The exhibition features film posters as well as collectible electric guitars, monster masks and sculptures. The exhibition will be on view August 12, 2017 to November 26, 2017.

VIP Meet & Greet: Saturday, August 19, 2017 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm (**SOLD OUT**)

Only 100 tickets available for this book signing! Ticket includes museum admission voucher, professional photo with Kirk Hammett and an autographed copy of the exhibition catalog for It’s Alive! Classic Horror and Sci-Fi Art from the Kirk Hammett Collection.

A limited number of tickets have been set aside for active members in advance of the public sale; limit of 2 tickets per membership. Join today to be able to take advantage of this member benefit at the link…

Peabody Essex Museum
161 Essex St, Salem, Massachusetts 01970
(978) 745-9500

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