Albany Comic Con (November 2014)
August 21, 2014 by Albany Comic Con
Filed under Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention Profiles, Gaming, Horror, New York, Science Fiction and Fantasy
Event Details:
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| Albany Comic Con | |
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| Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) | |
| 11/09/2014 | |
| About This Convention | |
| The Albany Comic Con is the premiere comic book, and collectibles show in the Capital district of upstate New York. Now in it’s 6th year, and growing every year. The show features comic books for collectors of all ages.
The areas best dealers, and professionals all come together to make the show a full blown convention, but with the intimacy you can’t find at the larger national conventions. We promote two shows a year, one in the Spring, close to FCBD. the other in the fall, close to Halloween. It’s the shows mission to continue to grow the comics medium. Expand audience awareness of comic books, and the fun and excitement they provide. |
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| Holiday Inn 205 Wolf Rd. Albany, New York 12205 United States Map It |
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| 75 | |
| Projected Attendance | |
| 1200 | |
| Please select the Category that best describes the convention | |
| Comic Books | |
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| Guests | |
| Joe Sinnott, Matthew Dow Smith, Richard Clark, Paul Harding, Fred hembeck, Joe Orsak, Jack purcell, an dmany more | |
Connecticut ComiCONN adds more Comic Legends to 3 Day 2014 Event
April 11, 2014 by Michael Pate
Filed under Comic Books, Connecticut, Convention News, Top Stories
Press Release:
Connecticut ComiCONN adds more Comic Legends to 3 Day Event!
Connecticut ComiCONN celebrates its 5th annual event with a move to the Webster Bank Arena and expands to a 3-Day event!
To meet the demands of its’ ever-growing fan base, Connecticut ComiCONN (a.k.a. ComiCONN) has moved to a larger venue and added additional days to its con to be held August 15-17 at the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport, CT.
ComiCONN has been providing fans of comic books, collectibles and cosplay an event to come out and celebrate their passion for years and is the Nutmeg State’s largest event of its kind. “ComiCONN has always been called “a show for the fans by the fans”, said ComiCONN organizer, Mitch Hallock, “For that reason we are assembling three days saluting the glory of comics with some of their greatest creators”.
This year’s confirmed guests for the show include: George Perez, David Finch, Jose Luis Garcia Lopez, Klaus Janson, Neal Adams, Denny O’Neil, Keith Giffen, Bob Layton, Lee Weeks, Franco, Howard Porter, Jerry Ordway, J.M. DeMatteis, Chris Giarrusso, Ann Nocenti, Rich Buckler, Frank McLaughlin, Paul Kupperberg, Tom Raney, Scott Hanna, Arthur Suydam, Howard Mackie, Ryder Windham, Bob Wiacek, Mark McKenna, Jamal Igle, Billy Tucci, Adam Wallentta, Todd Dezago, Jack Purcell, Melissa Benson, Bob Camp, Jim Salicrup, Danny Fingeroth and more. In addition to comic writers and artists, pop culture fans will be able to meet actors
As usual ComiCONN offers fans a shopping mecca for modern and vintage comic books, toys, movie props and memorabilia, artwork and gaming supplies. ComiCONN will also host panels, live music, costume and trivia contests for kids and adults and a whole lot more. Interested exhibitors can visit the website and learn on how to obtain spaces for this year’s giant-sized ComiCONN!
In the coming weeks, look for more announcements from the Connecticut ComiCONN. The latest developments can always be found on our website www.comiconn.com , Twitter, and Facebook pages.
CA – Small Business Saturday Signing
November 12, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Inker/artist JACK PURCELL appears at Flying Colors Comics on Saturday November 30th for an in-store event from 3:00pm-4:30pm and a special tutorial event for young aspiring artists under the age of 16 from 5:00-7:00pm.
Flying Colors Comics
2980 Treat Blvd (at Oak Grove Rd), Concord, CA 94518
Boston Comic Con 2013 Schedule
April 7, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Gaming, Horror, Massachusetts, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Top Stories
Boston Comic Con has announced their schedule for the 2013 convention! This year’s show includes gaming, trivia contests, cosplay tutorials, concerts, and of course Q&A panels with some of the most talented comic creators in the industry plus media guests Jason David Frank (Power Rangers) and The Walking Dead’s Lauren Cohan! Panels are free with paid admission. Get tickets either at the door or online at the link!
SATURDAY APRIL 20TH
Main Lobby Panel Room
All Age Comics
12:00pm-12:45pm
Shelli Paroline, Braden Lamb, Andy Price
Power Ranger Q&A
1:00pm–1:45pm
Jason David Frank
How To Draw Like A Bad Ass
2:00pm–2:45pm
Frank Cho
DC Artists
3:00pm-3:45pm
Tony Daniel, Tom Raney, Aaron Lopresti
Marvel Artists
4:00pm-4:45pm
Carlos Pacheco, Mark Bagley, Mike Choi, Nick Bradshaw, Lauren Sankovitch
Writing Comics
5:00pm-5:45pm
Bill Willingham, Steve Niles, Tim Seeley
Female Creators
6:00pm-6:45pm
Amy Reeder, Colleen Doran, Ming Doyle, Lauren Sankovitch
Panel Room 109
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
12:00pm-12:45pm
Trivia game about comics, sci-fi, TV, movies, etc.
Comics and Comics
2:00pm–2:45pm
Popular stand up comedy team showcases their Geek based humor
Nashville Superman
3:00pm–3:45pm
Country music singer, Allen Shervelle, sings songs about Superman
Panel Room 109
Meet The Legions
4:00pm-4:45pm
Star Wars 501st cosplay organization
Anime Trivia
5:00pm-5:45pm
Hosted by Isis Kain, The Anime Trivia Mistress
Panel Room 110
How to Create Suspense in Comics
12:00pm-12:45pm
Hosted by Neil Gibson, creator of the best selling UK based comic series Twisted Dark
So You Want to Be a Comic Book Artist
1:00pm–1:45pm
Former Dark Horse Comics editor, Phil Amara, as well as creators Jack Purcell, Erik Carlson, and more
Stop Waiting and Make Your Comic!
2:00pm–2:45pm
How to turn your ideas into reality with George Homeless
How to Pitch Your Comic to Publishers
3:00pm–3:45pm
Hosted by Anthony Del Col, co-creator of Kill Shakespeare
Star Wars Origami
4:00pm-4:45pm
Learn how to make Star Wars origami
Sell Your Comic To UnCreate Comics
5:00pm-5:45pm
Sell your comic to on-line publisher UnCreate Comics
Yaya Han: Costumes & Cosplay
6:00pm-6:45pm
Yaya shows you how to take cosplay to a whole new level
SUNDAY APRIL 21ST
Main Lobby Panel Room
Kicking Monkeys
11:00am-11:45am
Bill Willingham and Frank Cho unveil their new project
Spotlight: Mike Mignola
12:00pm–12:45pm
Hellboy creator Mike Mignola
Spotlight: Amanda Conner & Jimmy Palmiotti
1:00pm–1:45pm
DC artists and writer Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti
Costume Contest
2:00pm-3:45pm
Hosted by cosplay favorite Yaya Han
Walking Dead Q&A
4:00pm-5:00pm
Lauren Cohan
**UPDATE: Jon Bernthal has cancelled his appearance at Boston Comic Con**
Panel Room 109
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
12:00pm-12:45pm
Trivia game about comics, sci-fi, TV, movies, etc.
Comics and Comics
2:00pm–2:45pm
Popular stand up comedy team showcases their Geek based humor
Nashville Superman
3:00pm–3:45pm
Country music singer, Allen Shervelle, sings songs about Superman
Meet The Legions
4:00pm-4:45pm
Star Wars 501st cosplay organization
Panel Room 110
Comic Art Auction
1:00pm-3:00pm
2013 GAMING SCHEDULE
Magic: the Gathering
Star City Games Invitational Qualifier
- Date: Saturday April 20, 11am
- Registration: April 20, 10am-11am
- Entry: $25
- Prize: Based on attendance
Magic: the Gathering
Gatecrash Sealed Deck Tournament
- Date: Sunday April 21, 11am
- Registration: April 21, 10am-11am
- Entry: $25
- Prize: Based on attendance
Magic: the Gathering
8-Player Side Events: Booster Draft
- Date: Saturday & Sunday April 20 & 21, as filled
- Entry: $15
- Format: 8-player, single elimination
- Prizes: 8-4 pack prizes
Magic: the Gathering
8-Player Side Events: Win-a-box
- Date: Saturday & Sunday April 20 & 21, as filled
- Entry: $15
- Format: 8-player, single elimination
- Prize: Booster box for winner
Magic: the Gathering
8-Player Side Events: Standard and Modern
- Date: Saturday & Sunday April 20 & 21, as filled
- Entry: $15
- Format: 8-player, single elimination
- Prize: TBD
Magic: the Gathering
4-Player Commander
- Date: Saturday & Sunday April 21 & 22, as filled
- Entry: $5
- Prize: 2 booster packs each time you eliminate another player
Yu-Gi-Oh
16 Man Booster Box
- Hours, Saturday April 21: 11am, 2pm, 5pm
- Hours, Sunday April 22: 11am, 2pm
- Entry: $5
MA – Free Comic Book Day 2013
April 6, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Massachusetts, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Craig Rousseau and Jack Purcell sign at Rubber Chicken Comics on Saturday May 4, 2013 for Free Comic Book Day!
Rubber Chicken Comics
15 N. Main Street (Rt 126), Bellingham, MA 02019
508-966-2210
MA – A Festival of Comics
October 23, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Art Show, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Massachusetts, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Webcomics
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Press Release:
Celebrate the art of comics during this exciting afternoon of artist talks and demonstrations, workshops, signings, comic book appraisals, and tours of “Heroes & Villains: The Comic Book Art of Alex Ross” on Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Artists scheduled to appear include Howard Cruse (Stuck Rubber Baby) and Jack Purcell (DC, Marvel, “Heavy Metal”). Come dressed as you favorite superhero and receive half-off admission. Free with Museum admission, members free.
Newly Announced Guests
Norman Rockwell Museum
9 Route 183, Stockbridge, MA 01262
MA – Heroes in Our Midst Panel
February 14, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Massachusetts, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Top Stories
Dan Slott, Sarah Kinney, and Jack Purcell appear at Amherst College on Sunday March 4, 2012 from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Press Release:
Family Outreach of Amherst, a program of CHD, presents its 10th Annual Salute to Families Lecture Series titled “Heroes in Our Midst.” The event features a panel discussion with the wonderfully talented Dan Slott, head writer for the Amazing Spider-Man comic books, Sarah Kinney, co-author of the Nancy Drew/Hardy Boys graphic novels and freelance comic artist Jack Purcell whose work includes Spider-Man, Batman and Batgirl. Pulitzer prize winning journalist and UMass professor, Madeleine Blais will moderate the discussion. A reception and book signing will follow the program. This is a fundraising event for Family Outreach of Amherst.
Amherst College – Converse Hall
31 Meadow St, Amherst, MA
Worcester MA Comic Book and Collectibles Show (November 2011)
October 10, 2011 by xdnax
Filed under Comic Books, Convention Profiles, Gaming, Massachusetts, Sports
Event Details:
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| Worcester MA Comic Book & Collectibles Show | |
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| 11/06/2011 | |
| About This Convention | |
| One day comic book and collectible show in Worcester Massachusetts. The show will take place on Sunday November 6th and will be held at the Mercy Centre, which is located on 25 West Chester Street, Worcester, Ma 01605 from 10:00am-3:00pm. 25 tables with multiple dealers and sellers in the following areas: comic book, toys (new & vintage), gaming, jewelry and more. Free Parking. Admission is $1.00 or 2 canned goods to benefit local food banks. For more information contact Bob Mankus 413-781-2627. | |
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| The Mercy Centre 25 West Chester Street Worcester, Ma 01605-1136 United States Map It |
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| 25 | |
| Projected Attendance | |
| 400 | |
| Please select the Category that best describes the convention | |
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Boston Comic Con 2011 – 30 Days and Counting!
March 30, 2011 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Massachusetts, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Webcomics
Press Release:
J SCOTT CAMPBELL Added to BCC Guest List!
March 1, 2011 (Boston, MA) – J. Scott Campbell, one of the most popular artists in comics, has graciously accepted an invitation to Boston Comic Con 2011! One of the most requested guests for any convention, we are ecstatic to have the opportunity to bring him to meet his New England fans. Campbell first exploded on the scene in the 90s with his first book, Gen 13. His dynamic storytelling and reputation for illustrating some of the most attractive women in the industry continued wth his follow-up project, Danger Girl. His covers currently grace titles including Spider-Man, Wolverine, GI Joe, and many more! Be sure to catch his panel with fellow cover artists JG Jones, Adam Hughes and Dave Johnson!
Also joining Campbell at Boston Comic Con as recently announced guests are local writers Christos Gage, Christopher Golden, and Tom Sniegoski, The Walking Dead’s Cliff Rathburn, pencillers Sanford Greene, Keu Cha, Leo Leibelman, Mike Lilly, and a legion of inkers including Dexter Vines, Jack Purcell, and Mark Morales. Finally we are happy to welcome back stalwart supporters Craig Rousseau, Scott Wegener, Norman Lee, and Sara Richard.
Previously announced guests include Neal Adams, Frank Quitely, Joe Kubert, Adam Hughes, Darwyn Cooke, Arthur Adams, Frank Cho, Tim Sale, Dave Johnson, J.G. Jones, Mark Chiarello, Matt Wagner, Ryan Ottley, Sean Galloway, Stan Sakai, Stephane Roux, Terry Moore, Tony Harris, Khoi Pham, Howard Chaykin, David Mack, Greg Capullo, Gahan Wilson, Stephanie Buscema, Daixong Guo, Mark McKenna, and many more! Be sure to tell your friends! This is the largest and most talented collection of comic creators in New England ever!
Tickets are currently available online through the convention website. Prices are $20 for a single day pass and $35 for a weekend pass. Kids 10 and under get in free with paid adult admission!
Finally, don’t forget to pick up your tickets in advance on our website.
The Boston Comic Con is a 100% independently-run comic book show committed to bringing the biggest and best comic creators to New England. Run by fans for fans, Boston Comic Con is not affiliated with any other convention tour or corporate interests. Hosting over 40,000 square feet of vendors selling comic books, toys, posters, trading cards, and other pop culture memorabilia, this is a destination event for geeks of any stripe.
The convention will be held Saturday April 30th and Sunday May 1st at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, Boston, MA from 10am to 7pm Saturday and 10am to 5pm Sunday. For more information please go to our website at www.bostoncomiccon.com and follow us on Twitter and Facebook!
Only 30 Days Left Until Boston Comic Con 2011!
Get your advanced tickets now on line at www.bostoncomiccon.com. $20 for a one day pass and $35 for a two day pass. Kids 10 and under are free.
The guest list is mind blowing and includes some of the biggest names in the comic book industry…Neal Adams, Frank Quitely, Joe Kubert, J Scott Campbell, Adam Hughes, Darwyn Cooke, Arthur Adams, Frank Cho, Tim Sale, Dave Johnson, J.G. Jones, Matt Wagner, Ryan Ottley, Sean Galloway, Stan Sakai, Stephane Roux, Terry Moore, Tony Harris, Khoi Pham, Howard Chaykin, David Mack, Greg Capullo, Gahan Wilson, and many many more! Be sure to tell your friends! This is the largest and most talented collection of comic creators in New England ever!
Also this year we have an amazing panel program for the fans. This year’s featured speakers include Neal Adams, Joe Kubert, Frank Quitely, J Scott Campbell, Adam Hughes, Darwyn Cooke, Tim Sale, Matt Wagner, JG Jones, Frank Cho, Stan Sakai, Terry Moore, Dave Johnson, and Howard Chaykin!
Danger Girl Creator Comes to Boston Comic Con 2011
February 28, 2011 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Horror, Massachusetts, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Top Stories, Webcomics
Press Release:
J. Scott Campbell, one of the most popular artists in comics, has graciously accepted an invitation to Boston Comic Con 2011! One of the most requested guests for any convention, we are ecstatic to have the opportunity to bring him to meet his New England fans. Campbell first exploded on the scene in the 90s with his first book, Gen 13. His dynamic storytelling and reputation for illustrating some of the most attractive women in the industry continued with his follow-up project, Danger Girl. His covers currently grace titles including Spider-Man, Wolverine, GI Joe, and many more! Be sure to catch his panel with fellow cover artists JG Jones, Adam Hughes, and Dave Johnson!
Joining Campbell at Boston Comic Con are local writers Christos Gage, Christopher Golden, and Tom Sniegoski, The Walking Dead’s Cliff Rathburn, pencillers Sanford Greene, Keu Cha, Leo Leibelman, Mike Lilly, and a legion of inkers including Dexter Vines, Jack Purcell, and Mark Morales. Finally we are happy to welcome back stalwart supporters Craig Rousseau, Scott Wegener, Norman Lee, and Sara Richard. Check the website for full bios!
Previously announced guests include Neal Adams, Frank Quitely, Joe Kubert, Adam Hughes, Darwyn Cooke, Arthur Adams, Frank Cho, Tim Sale, Dave Johnson, J.G. Jones, Mark Chiarello, Matt Wagner, Ryan Ottley, Sean Galloway, Stan Sakai, Stephane Roux, Terry Moore, Tony Harris, Khoi Pham, Howard Chaykin, David Mack, Greg Capullo, Gahan Wilson, Stephanie Buscema, Daixong Guo, Mark McKenna, and many more! Be sure to tell your friends! This is the largest and most talented collection of comic creators in New England ever!
Tickets are currently available online through the convention website. Prices are $20 for a single day pass and $35 for a weekend pass. Kids get in free with paid adult admission!
The Boston Comic Con is a 100% independently-run comic book show committed to bringing the biggest and best comic creators to New England. Run by fans for fans, Boston Comic Con is not affiliated with any other convention tour or corporate interests. Hosting over 40,000 square feet of vendors selling comic books, toys, posters, trading cards, and other pop culture memorabilia, this is a destination event for geeks of any stripe. The convention will be held from 10am to 7pm on Saturday April 30th and from 10am to 5pm on Sunday May 1st at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, Boston, MA. For more information please go to our website at www.bostoncomiccon.com and follow us on Twitter (@BostonComicCon) and Facebook!
