HeroesCon 2017 Announces Guests

HeroesCon 2017 takes place June 16-18, 2017 at the Charlotte Convention Center for the 35th anniversary show!

2017 Guests include: 

TAMRA BONVILLAIN | Doom Patrol, Wayward, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
NICK BRADSHAW | Spidey, X-Men, Guardians of the Galaxy
CHRIS BURNHAM | Nameless, Batman, Officer Downe
ERIC CANETE | New Avengers: Luke Cage, Amazing Spider-Man, Iron Man
WES CRAIG | Deadly Class, Blackhand Comics, Guardians of the Galaxy
KELLY SUE DECONNICK | Bitch Planet, Pretty Deadly, Captain Marvel
ULISES FARIÑAS | Judge Dredd, Motro, Star Wars: Where’s the Wookie
MATT FRACTION | Sex Criminals, Casanova, ODY-C, Hawkguy
JOSÉ LUÍS GARCIA-LÓPEZ | Wonder Woman, Batman, Deadman, Twilight, Atari Force
GERHARD | Cerebus, Little Nemo Dream Another Dream, Heavy Metal
MICHAEL GOLDEN | The Nam, Punisher, Micronauts
SANFORD GREENE | Power Man & Iron Fist, Runaways, Rotten Apple, Deadpool
CULLY HAMNER | The Question, Red, Batman
JAMES HARREN | Rumble, BPRD, Abe Sapien
CLAYTON HENRY | Incredible Hercules, Archer and Armstrong, Uncanny X-men, Suicide Squad
GREG HINKLE | Black Clouds, Airboy, The Rattler
KLAUS JANSON | Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Daredevil, Spider-Man
JOËLLE JONES | Lady Killer, Mockingbird, Hellheim
JASON LATOUR | Southern Bastards, Spider-Gwen, Loose Ends, Winter Soldier
MINDY LEE | Bounty
ANDREW MACLEAN | Head Lopper, Apocalyptigirl, Laser Wolf Attack
JIM MAHFOOD | Grrl Scouts, Tank Girl, Visual Funk: the Psychedelic Adult Coloring Book
PAUL MAYBURY | Valhalla Mad, Captain Victory, Dogs of Mars, Aqua Leung
BOB MCLEOD | New Mutants, Spider-Man, Kraven’s Last Hunt
CARY NORD | Conan, X-O Manowar, Eternal Warrior, Mutant X, Daredevil
RAMÓN PÉREZ | Hawkeye, Tale of Sand, Spider-Man
ANDREW ROBINSON | The Fifth Beatle, Dusty Star, Batman, Winter Soldier
RILEY ROSSMO | Hellblazer, Batman, Proof, Green Wake, Rasputin, Cowboy Ninja Viking
JIM RUGG |Street Angel, Supermag, Afrodisiac
TIM SALE | Captain America, Batman, Spider-Man, Catwoman
MATTEO SCALERA | Black Science, Dead Body Road, Ghosted, Hulk, Avengers
BRIAN STELFREEZE | Black Panther, Day Men, Wednesday Comics, The Ride
TY TEMPLETON | Batman, Bun Toons, American Splendor, Simpsons, MAD
CHRIS VISIONS | Dead Letters, Spider-Gwen, Scarlet Witch, Devils on the Levee
SKOTTIE YOUNG | I Hate Fairyland, Rocket Racoon, Fortunately the Milk, Oz
MIKE ZECK | Secret Wars, Punisher, Captain America

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TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

BUYING AN ADVANCE PASS MEANS YOU’LL GET ANY ADVANCE INCENTIVES WE OFFER, FREE!

ENTRY WILL BE $25: FRI $25: SAT $20: SUN / AT THE SHOW ITSELF, SO YOU SAVE AS MUCH AS $20 BY PURCHASING ADVANCE PASSES TODAY! TICKETS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE, UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES WE MAY CREDIT AN UNUSABLE TICKET TOWARD FUTURE TICKET PURCHASES.

HEROES CONVENTION was founded in 1982 by Shelton Drum, owner of Charlotte’s Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find comics shop. Since then the convention has become famous for its comics-first and family-friendly atmosphere, where fans can mingle directly with professionals and exhibitors. Boasting an incredible guest list built mainly on reputation and goodwill, HeroesCon is known nationwide as a “must” on the summer schedule, drawing fans, exhibitors, and creators from all over the world to the Charlotte Convention Center.

North Texas Comic Book Show (January 2017)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Texas
• Date: Saturday, January 28th 2017 - Sunday, January 29th 2017
• City: Comic Book Convention in Dallas
• Event: North Texas Comic Book Show
• Address: Fair Park
• Country: United States
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Convention Name
	January 2017 North Texas Comic Book Show w/ Wolfman & Perez
Convention Website Address
	http://www.comicbooksdallas.com
This convention will take place:
	over multiple days.
Start Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	01/28/2017
End Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	01/29/2017
About This Convention
	Dallas comic book show held at Fair Park in Dallas on January 28th & 29th, 2017. Thousands and thousands of comics, collectibles, and toys will be available. CGC facilitator on site. Special guests: George Perez – guest of honor, legendary artist known for his work on New Teen Titans and Wonder Woman. Marv Wolfman – acclaimed writer known for his work on Tomb of Dracula, New Teen Titans, and Deathstroke. Graham Nolan – co-creator of Bane and Batman artist. Michael Golden – celebrated artist known for his work on The Micronauts. Bob McLeod – co-creator of The New Mutants. Scott Hanna – one of the hardest working inkers in the business, extensive credits. OMINOUS PRESS – we’ll be joined by the art team of Ominous Press including Tom Raney, Andy Smith, and Bart Sears. Steve Erwin – Deathstroke The Terminator artist and recently released IDW comic adaptation of Robert Heinlein’s City of the Galaxy. Carl Potts – former executive editor at Marvel Comics and creator of Alien Legion. Bob Budiansky – Transformers artist and former editor at Marvel Comics. The two day North Texas Comic Book Show will be held in the Embarcadero Building at Fair Park in Dallas. Easy access via I-30 in downtown Dallas. Tickets will go on sale at the end of November.
Venue Name and Address
	Embarcadero Building at Fair Park 1229 Admiral Nimitz Circle Dallas, TX 75210 United States Map It
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables
	125
Projected Attendance
	1,500
Please select the Category that best describes the convention
	Comic Books
Additional Categories
	Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles
Guests
	George Perez, Marv Wolfman, Graham Nolan, Michael Golden, Bob McLeod, Carl Potts, Scott Hanna, Tom Raney, Andy Smith, Bart Sears, Bob Budiansky, Steve Erwin, Ominous Press

PA – Superhero ABC Signing

Artist Bob McLeod (Action Comics, New Mutants) appears at Barnes & Noble to sign Superhero ABC on Sunday February 28, 2016 at 1:00 PM!

Barnes & Noble
2960 Center Valley Pkwy Ste 742, Center Valley, PA 18034
610-791-3261

Dallas Comic Book Show (January 2016)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Texas
• Date: Saturday, January 30th 2016 - Sunday, January 31st 2016
• City: Comic Book Convention in Dallas
• Event: Dallas Comic Book Show
• Address: DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas Market Center
• Country: United States
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Convention Name
	Dallas Comic Book Show w/ Golden, Jones, Emberlin, O’Barr & McLeod – January 30th & 31st
Convention Website Address
	http://comicbooksdallas.com
This convention will take place:
	over multiple days.
Start Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	01/30/2016
End Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	01/31/2016
About This Convention
	The North Texas Comic Book Show will host their annual two day January event with special guests Randy Emberlin, Michael Golden, Arvell Jones, Bob McLeod, James O’Barr, and Andrew Mangum on January 30th & 31st, 2016. The event will feature over 60 dealers of comics, toys, and collectibles. Cosplay contest at 2 pm on Saturday. Return to the early days of fandom with this smaller, affordable, con that specializes in connecting artists and creators with fans on a more intimate level. Tickets at the door. Kids 11 and under get in free!
Venue Name and Address
	Doubletree Hotel Dallas Market Center 2015 Market Center Boulevard Dallas, Texas 75207 United States Map It
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables
	75
Projected Attendance
	750
Please select the Category that best describes the convention
	Comic Books
Additional Categories
	Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles
Guests
	Randy Emberlin, Arvell Jones, Michael Golden, James O’Barr, Bob McLeod, Andrew Mangum, Danita Mangum

1st Annual Great American Comic Con on Dec. 5-6th

Great American Comic Con is the newest addition to the comic book convention scene and what better place to have its first show but Las Vegas, Nevada. So December 5-6th, 2015 will be the inaugural event taking place at the Sports Center of Las Vegas. Joining us this year are some of the best comic book writers, artists and professionals in the business including Tim Bradstreet, Tommy Castillo, Howard Chaykin, Darwyn Cooke, Tony Harris, Bob McLeod, Tony Moore, Graham Nolan, James Robinson, Joe Rubinstein, Mike Zeck, Frank Tieri, Billy Tucci, Len Wein, and Bernie Wrightson.

What makes GACC different from any other comic book convention in Las Vegas is the guests will have worked on titles ranging from the Silver Age of comics all the way to today’s newest and hottest comic book titles. This show is all about comics and nothing else. You will find major comic book dealers from across the US as well as Las Vegas’ own dealers offering you the widest selection of comic book memorabilia available anywhere. Keep checking back for new guest and exhibitor announcements. We are proud and excited to be able to bring you a great show to enjoy. So make sure to register today and be ready to enjoy a good ole fashion comic book show. It’s about comics!

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For tickets and further information please visit their website: greatamericancomicconvention.com

New England Super Megafest Comic Con Announces Panel & Photo Op Schedule

New England Super Megafest Comic Con has announced their panel and photo op schedule for this weekend’s show on November 21-22, 2015 at the Sheraton in Framingham, MA.

***FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20th***

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Optional Early Advance Ticket Holder Attendee Check-In ONLY.

8:00 PM – 11:30 PM – COSPLAY COMEDY KICKOFF PARTY (separate admission)

 

***SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21st***

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Advance Ticket Holder Early Entry.

11:00 AM and 2:00 PM – HIGH ADVENTURE BAND PERFORMANCE

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – RICKY WHITTLE

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – MICHAEL BIEHN

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – NINJA TURTLES – MICHELAN SISTI and LEIF TILDEN with JUDITH HOAG

4:00 PM – 4:45 PM – RICHARD DEAN ANDERSON MEET & GREET (CANCELLED)

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM – Star Wars Trivia Contest

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Costume Contest

8:00 PM – Midnight – Saturday COME TOGETHER MUSIC FEST Concert – included with admission!

9:00 PM – MIDNIGHT – Saturday Night CosCLUB Party – included with admission!

 

***SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd***

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – Advance Ticket Holder Early Entry.

12:00 – 12:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – NICHELLE NICHOLS

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – KEVIN MCNALLY

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – TATUM O’NEAL

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM – Question and Answer Session – CAROLL SPINNEY

Please note: This schedule is subject to change. Please check back for updates

 

RKO ARMY SHADOWCAST PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

***SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21st***

12:00 PM – 12:50 PM – Firefly: Out of Gas Shadowcast performance by RKO Army – included with Weekend or Saturday show admission!

1:00 PM – 1:50 PM – Firefly: Jaynestown Shadowcast performance by RKO Army – included with Weekend or Saturday show admission

2:00 PM – 2:50 PM – Buffy: Once More With Feeling Shadowcast performance by RKO Army – included with Weekend or Saturday show admission

3:00 PM – 3:50 PM – Dr. Horrible’s Sing-A-Long Blog Shadowcast performance by RKO Army – included with Weekend or Saturday show admission

5:00 PM – 6:45 PM – REPO! The Genetic Opera Shadowcast performance by RKO Army – included with Weekend or Saturday show admission

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadowcast performance by RKO Army – included with Weekend or Saturday show admission

 

PROFESSIONAL PANEL SCHEDULE

***SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21st***

12:00 PM- 12:45 PM – WORLD BUILDING – Hosted by New England Horror Writers

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM – SUPER-STORY TELLING THROUGH VIOLENCE – Hosted by East Coast Combative Arts

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – THE ART OF GENRE WRITING – Hosted by Stacey Longo and Matt Herring

3:00 PM – 3:45 PM – COMBAT: TAKING ON THE MOUNTAIN – Hosted by East Coast Combative Arts

4:00 PM – 4:45 PM – GETTING PUBLISHED 101 – Hosted by New England Horror Writers

 

***SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd***

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM – GETTING PUBLISHED 101 – Hosted by New England Horror Writers

12:00  PM – 12:45 PM – DR WHO 101 – Hosted by Matt Herring

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM – INFO-TAINMENT – BALANCING HISTORY AND ENTERTAINMENT IN FIGHT SCENES – Hosted by East Coast Combative Arts

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – THE ART OF GENRE WRITING – Hosted by Stacey Longo and Matt Herring

Please note: This schedule is subject to change. Please check back for updates

 

PROFESSIONAL PHOTO OP SCHEDULE

PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE PHOTO-OP SESSION START TIME.

NOTE: Professional Photo ops are purchased directly with photography company at convention.

***SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21st***

11:15 – Bobby Hart
11:30 – Bob Morley (CANCELLED)
11:45 – Caroll Spinney
12:00 – John Schneider/Catherine Bach (Singles/Doubles)
12:30 – Michael Biehn
12:45 – Kevin McNally
1:00 – Judith Hoag
1:15 – Michelan Sisti/Leif Tilden (Singles/Doubles)
1:30 – Dennis Rodman
1:50 – Trish Stratus/Lita-Amy Dumas (Singles/Doubles)
2:00 – Richard Dean Anderson (CANCELLED)
2:50 – Ricky Whittle
3:00 – John Schneider/Catherine Bach with General Lee Car(Singles/Doubles) – note: line up at car
3:25 – TBA
3:45 – Nichelle Nichols
4:05 – Addy Miller
4:20 – Michael Winslow
4:30 – Peter Tork
4:45 – Kristanna Loken

 

***SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd***

11:00 – Bob Morley (CANCELLED)
11:10 – Caroll Spinney
11:20 – Bobby Hart
11:30 – Michael Winslow
11:40 – Tom Wopat/John Schneider/Catherine Bach (Singles/Doubles/Triples)
12:00 – Addy Miller
12:15 – Judith Hoag
12:30 – Michelan Sisti/Leif Tilden (Singles/Doubles)
12:45 – Michael Biehn
1:00 – Tom Wopat/John Schneider/Catherine Bach with General Lee (Singles/Doubles/Triples) – note: line up at car
1:35 – Nichelle Nichols
1:55 – Kristanna Loken
2:05 – Ricky Whittle
2:15 – Kevin McNally
2:30 – Peter Tork
2:45 – Richard Dean Anderson (CANCELLED)

Please note: This schedule is subject to change. Please check back for updates.

PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE PHOTO-OP SESSION START TIME.

For information and tickets please visit the website: www.supermegafest.com

Great American Comic Con: Las Vegas (December 2015)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Nevada
• Date: Saturday, December 5th 2015 - Sunday, December 6th 2015
• City: Comic Book Convention in Las Vegas
• Event: Great American Comic Con: Las Vegas
• Address: Sport Center of Las Vegas
• Country: United States
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Convention Name
	Great American Comic Con: Las Vegas
Convention Website Address
	http://greatamericancomicconvention.com/
This convention will take place:
	over multiple days.
Start Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	12/05/2015
End Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy)
	12/06/2015
About This Convention
	Great American Comic Con is the newest addition to the comic book convention scene and what better place to have its first show but Las Vegas, Nevada. So December 5-6th, 2015 will be the inaugural event taking place at the Sports a Center of Las Vegas. Joining us this year are some of the best comic book writers, artists and professionals in the business. What makes GACC different from any other comic book convention in Las Vegas is the guests will have worked on titles ranging from the Silver Age of comics all the way to today’s newest and hottest comic book titles. This show is all about comics and nothing else. You will find major comic book dealers from across the US as well as Las Vegas’ own dealers offering you the widest selection of comic book memorabilia available anywhere. We are proud and excited to be able to bring you a great show to enjoy. So make sure to register today and be ready to enjoy a good ole fashion comic book show. It’s about comics! What else? Where will you be December 5-6th?
Venue Name and Address
	Sport Center of Las Vegas 121 E. Sunset Road Las Vegas, Nevada 89119 United States Map It
Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables
	100
Projected Attendance
	7,000
Please select the Category that best describes the convention
	Comic Books
Additional Categories
	Anime Horror Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles
Guests
	Simon Bisley, Joe Rubinstein, Billy Tucci, Tim Bradstreet, Bernie Wrightson, James Robinson, Graham Nolan, Howard Chaykin, Bob McLeod, Terry Moore, Len Wein, Frank Tieri, Darwyn Cooke, Tommy Castillo, Tony Harris

New England Super Megafest Comic Con on Nov. 21-22

Press Release:

November 21 and 22, 2015 in Framingham, MA! Super Megafest is New England’s Most FUN Multimedia Fanfest Comic con Party! We feature incredible celebrity guest signings and photo ops with guests such as RICHARD DEAN ANDERSON and THE DUKES OF HAZZARD in a VERY RARE appearance! We feature scheduled Q & A Sessions throughout the weekend. Spend the day with all your favorite celebrities from Comics, TV, Movies, and Rock & Roll.

Kickoff Friday night with the Cosplay Comedy Show and advance ticket check-in from 5-9 PM. Saturday begins with advance SPEED PASS ticket holder admission at 9:30 am followed by all other advance ticket holders. General admission starts at 10:30. This is cash only (there are plenty ATMs on site).

River City Comic Expo (August 2015)

Event Details:

• Category: Comic Book Convention
• Location: Arkansas
• Date: Saturday, August 29th 2015
• City: Comic Book Convention in Little Rock
• Event: River City Comic Expo
• Address: Statehouse Convention Center
• Country: United States
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Convention Name River City Comic Expo Convention Website Address http://rivercitycomicexpo.com/ This convention will take place: for one day only. Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) 08/29/2015 About This Convention The River City Comic Expo is a comic book convention located in Little Rock, Arkansas. RCCE was founded in 2011 to fill the void of a comic convention presence in Arkansas. We offer a large selection of comic books, toys, cosplay, art and more, River City Comic Expo is the perfect place to meet your favorite comic creators, dress up as your favorite hero (or villain) and nerd out. Venue Name and Address Statehouse Convention Center 101 East Markham Street Little Rock, arkansas 72201 United States Map It Number of Dealer/Exhibitor Tables 200 Projected Attendance 3,000 Please select the Category that best describes the convention Comic Books Additional Categories Anime Science Fiction and Fantasy Collectibles Guests Gail Simone, Bob Mcleod, Michael Golden, Renee Witterstaetter, Robbi Rodriguez, John Lucas, Mitch Breitweiser, Bettie Breitweiser

Hero Initiative at NYCC 2014

Press Release:

Hero Initiative, the charitable organization dedicated to helping veteran comic creators in medical or financial need, is heading to New York Comic Con at the Javits Center located at 655 West 34th St. on October 9-12.

Legendary writer and editor Denny O’Neil will be at the con on FRIDAY only and will be doing his ONLY signing appearance at the Hero booth from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This the ONLY place you can get Denny’s signature, so don’t miss out. Get to booth number N104-106 EARLY!

Hero is honored to be part of the Image Comics/Multiversity Comics NYCC party as well! Fans 21 and older are invited to show up at Stitch at 247 W. 37th St (at 8th Ave.) and hang out and have a cocktail with Scott Snyder, Brian K. Vaughan, Kieron Gillen, Jamie McKelvie, Tim Seeley and MANY more top creators! The $10 cover at the door benefits Hero. BE THERE with your photo ID, please!

And Hero’s Uncanny X-Men Project 100 is at the con! Pick up your copy at the Hero Initiative booth and get it signed by artists at the con including Rafael Albuquerque, David Bullock, Jim Calafiore, Victor Castro, Mike Choi, Mark dos Santos, Tony Fleecs, Derek Fridolfs, Agnes Garbowska, Chris Giarrusso, Gabriel Hardman, Phil Jimenez, Bob Larkin, Pamela Lovas, David Mack, Mike McKone, Al Milgrom, Todd Nauck, Jerry Ordway, George Pérez, Tom Raney, Alex Saviuk, Valerio Schiti, Tim Seeley, and Bill Sienkiewicz! Copies are available in hardcover at $25 and softcover at $13 while supplies last.

Check out our Hero Initiative ambassadors all over the con floor who will be collection donations for our worthy cause! Jay Anacleto, Reilly Brown, Jim Calafiore, Amanda Conner, Scott Kolins, Mike McKone, Bob McLeod,Carlo Pagulayan, Jimmy Palmiotti, Brandon Peterson, Brian Pulido, Norm Rapmund, Valerio Schiti, Steven Segovia, Gail Simone, Alex Sinclair, Joe Staton, Arthur Suydam, Phillip Tan, Fred van Lente, Jim Zub, and Chrissie Zullo will be flying the Hero flag. Stop by their booths and do the right thing!

Art attached: Multiversity Comics party flier

About The Hero Initiative

The Hero Initiative is the first-ever federally chartered not-for-profit corporation dedicated strictly to helping comic book artists and craftsmen in need. Hero Initiative creates a financial safety net for yesterday’s creators who may need emergency medical aid, financial support for essentials of life, and an avenue back into paying work. It’s a chance for all of us to give back something to the people who have given us so much enjoyment.

Since its inception, The Hero Initiative has had the good fortune to grant over $700,000 to the comics veterans who have paved the way for those in the industry today. For more information, visit www.HeroInitiative.org or call 626-676-6354.

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