MegaCon 2014 makes their first guest announcements, Geoff Johns hints at SDCC media announcements for DC, and Free Comic Book Day reports come in. All that and more in this week’s Scene on the Web!
Rob Thomas hopes to show some Veronica Mars footage at SDCC, SPX exhibitors have some table registration woes, fans show off photos from MegaCon, and more.
Hero Initiative at MegaCon With special Guest Whilce Portacio
Dollar days and Uno’s Chicago Grill Helps Out!
Los Angeles (March 7, 2013) Hero Initiative, the non-profit organization that aids comic creators in medical and financial need, will be adding to the craziness at the Orlando MegaCon, March 15th-17th, at the Orange County Convention Center Hall D, located at 9800 International Drive in Orlando, Fla.
And you heard right—Whilce Portacio, the artist of X-Men and Non-Humans, will be anchoring our booth #531 all weekend to help raise money for Hero Initiative. Make sure you do not miss out!
In addition, artists across the floor will be raising money for Hero all weekend. Generously donate $1 per signature and it’s a win- win all weekend to help raise money for our worthy cause! Check out participating creators John Beatty, Mike Choi, Amanda Conner, Steve Epting, Dave Johnson, Mike McKone, Jimmy Palmiotti, Mike Perkins, Brian Pulido, Alex Saviuk, Gail Simone, Frank Tieri, Tim Townsend, Billy Tucci and Mark Waid!
Hungry after the con? Make it over to participating Uno’s ChicagoGrills and show your MegaCon badge or wristband, and 20% of your bill gets donated BACK to Hero Initiative by Uno’s!
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 $500,000 to the comics veterans who have paved the way for those in the industry today. For more information, visitwww.heroinitiative.org or call 626-676-6354.
Stanley the Snowman Coloring Contest Returns for MegaCon 2013
Stanley the Snowman Coloring Contest is back at MegaCon this year. However this year we have joined forces with Derrick Fish and his awesome creation The Wellkeeper!
There will be two age groups 1-6, 7-12 with first, second, third place winners! Again like past years we will have industry professionals judging for the winners!
According to MegaCon’s Facebook page, Stan Lee has canceled his appearance at the 2013 convention and “is taking a small break from doing convention appearances.”
ORLANDO MEGACON ADDS WIL WHEATON TO ITS ALREADY SPECTACULAR LINEUP!!
MegaCon, the largest comic book, anime, gaming and multi media event make new additions to its already spectacular lineup. MegaCon will take place March 15th – 17th, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Megacon is happy to add to its comic guest list: Ed McGuinness, Mark Bagley, Frank Cho, Bob Layton, Mike Perkins and Michael Lark
Other comic book guests include:
Neal Adams, Mark Waid, Chris Claremont, Mike Choi, Andrew Robinson, Steve Epting, Andy Price, Doug Sneyd, Jose Delbo, Matteo Scalera, Steve McNiven, Michael Atiyeh, Jimmy Cheung, George Pérez, Gail Simone, Mike McKone, Dave Johnson, Dan Panosian, Brian Pulido, Brandon Peterson, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Billy Tucci, Georges Jeanty, Tim Townsend and Craig Boldman
MegaCon is happy to include:
Star Trek:TNG’s “Wesley Crusher” Wil Wheaton
Lexx’s “Giggerota” Ellen Dubin
Farscape’s “Chiana” Gig Edgley
Voice Actors:
Tara Strong – My Little Pony
John DiMaggio – Futurama
DC Douglas – Mass Effect 2-3
Joel McDonald – Panty & Stocking
Cristina Vee – Modoka Magica
Other Media guests include:
Harry Potter’s “Fred & George Weasley”: James and Oliver Phelps
Star Trek:TNG cast members; Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Levar Burton, Michael Dorn and John DeLancie, Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman: Dean Cain, Battle Star Galactica’s “Saul Tigh”: Michael Hogan, Star Wars: Paul Blake, Jeremy Bulloch, Incredible Hulk: Lou Ferrigno, Teen Wolf, Slingblade, F Troop: James Hampton, Ghost Hunters’ International: Paul Bradford, Scott Tepperman
Back by popular demand Frenchy and the Punk plus new to MegaCon The Ken Spivey Band
Other events include: MegaCon video gaming and the Supercon 2K series provided by National Video Gaming Association and Vibras Five.One, RPG, LARP, card and miniature gaming events, children events provided by the Skiffytown Heroes, Speed Dating, anime events, belly dancing, Indy Film Festival, movie trailers screening room, Saturday evening dance, late night adult only dance, and professional panel room.
The MegaCon guest list is constantly growing. Check www.MegaConvention.com frequently for more updates.
ORLANDO MEGACON’S GUEST LIST JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER!!
MegaCon, the largest comic book, anime, gaming and multi media event in the Southeast, is pleased to make its initial announcement of guests. MegaCon will take place March 15th – 17th, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Megacon is happy to add to its comic guest list: Chris Claremont, Mike Choi, Andrew Robinson, Doug Sneyd, Jose Delbo, Matteo Scalera, Steve McNiven, Michael Atiyeh, Jimmy Cheung and George Pérez
Other comic book guests include:
Neal Adams, Mark Waid, Gail Simone, Mike McKone, Dave Johnson, Dan Panosian, Brian Pulido, Brandon Peterson, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Billy Tucci, Georges Jeanty, Tim Townsend and Craig Boldman
Many more to be included!
MegaCon is happy to include:
Star Trek:TNG’s “Dr.Crusher”: Gates McFadden
Battlestar Galactica’s “Saul Tigh”: Michael Hogan
Teen Wolf, Slingblade, F Troop: James Hampton
Other Media guests include:
Star Trek:TNG cast members; Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Levar Burton, Michael Dorn and John DeLancie
Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman: Dean Cain
Star Wars: Paul Blake, Jeremy Bulloch
Incredible Hulk: Lou Ferrigno
Ghost Hunters’ International: Paul Bradford, Scott Tepperman
Many more to be included!
Back by popular demand Frenchy and the Punk plus new to MegaCon The Ken Spivey Band
Other events include: MegaCon video gaming and the Supercon 2K series provided by National Video Gaming Association and Vibras Five.One, children events provided by the Skiffytown Heroes, RPG gaming events, anime events, belly dancing, Indy Film Festival, movie trailers screening room, Saturday evening dance, late night adult only dance, and professional panel room.
The MegaCon guest list is constantly growing. Check www.MegaConvention.com frequently for more updates.
MegaCon 2013
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
March 15th – 17th, 2013
Contact Info: info@megaconvention.com or www.megaconvention.com
MegaCon, the largest comic book, anime, gaming and multi media event in the Southeast, is pleased to make its initial announcement of guests. MegaCon will take place March 15th – 17th, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Megacon is happy to announce a first time appearance by comic book legend Neal Adams.
Other comic book guests include:
Mark Waid, Gail Simone, Mike McKone, Dave Johnson, Dan Panosian, Brian Pulido, Brandon Peterson, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Billy Tucci, Georges Jeanty, Tim Townsend and Craig Boldman
Many more to be included!
MegaCon is also proud to announce the first time appearance of Patrick Stewart from the TV series Star Trek: TNG and Dean Cain from Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Other Media guests include:
Star Trek: TNG cast members; Jonathan Frakes, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Levar Burton, Michael Dorn and John DeLancie.
Star Wars: Paul Blake, Jeremy Bulloch
Incredible Hulk: Lou Ferrigno
Ghost Hunters’ International: Paul Bradford, Scott Tepperman
Many more to be included!
Musical events to be announced
Other events include: children events provided by the Skiffytown Heroes, RPG gaming events, anime events, LAN room, belly dancing, Indy Film Festival, movie trailers screening room, Saturday evening dance, late night adult only dance, and professional panel room.
The MegaCon guest list is constantly growing. Check www.MegaConvention.com frequently for more updates.
MegaCon 2013 Orange County Convention Center Orlando, Florida March 15th – 17th, 2013 Contact Info: info@megaconvention.com or www.megaconvention.com