Steel City Con Adds Burt Reynolds to Their August Guest Lineup
June 28, 2017 by Brian Pate
Filed under Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Pennsylvania, Top Stories
Press Release:
PITTSBURGH’S PREMIERE COMIC CON ADDS BURT REYNOLDS TO GUEST LINE-UP!
Pittsburgh-Orangestone Promotions, Inc., promoters of the Pittsburgh based convention called the Steel City Comic Con (http://www.steelcitycon.com) is celebrating 27 years as Pittsburgh ‘s premier comic con on Aug 11-13, 2017 at the Monroeville Convention Center with special appearances from classic TV and movie celebrity guests. The Steel City Comic Con is known for bringing rare celebrity autograph appearances and photo opportunities into the Pittsburgh market.
Steel City Comic Con attendees will be excited to know that many celebrity guests will be attending this upcoming show. Some of the guests include Burt Reynolds (Smoky and the Bandit films); Amy Jo Johnson (Power Rangers, Felicity, Flashpoint); Wrestling Legends Rey Mysterio and Mick Foley; Walking Dead stars Michael Cudlitz (“Abraham”) and Josh McDermitt (”Eugene”); Film star Tara Reid (American Pie Films, Sharknado Films); Ralph Macchio (The Karate Kid films, My Cousin Vinnie); Ryan Hurst (Sons of Anarchy, Outsiders); Lisa Marie (”The Martian Girl” from Mars Attacks); Nancy Allen (RoboCop films); Masiela Lusha (George Lopez, Sharknado); Beverly D’Angelo and Dana Barron (National Lampoon’s Vacation films); A Brady Bunch reunion with Barry William (“Greg Brady”), Susan Olsen (“Cindy Brady”) and Mike Lookinland (“Bobby Brady”); Chris Kirkpatrick (founding member of the group NSYNC) and many, many others.
Attendees will be able to participate in a Celebrity Q & A sessions, Trivia Contests, Artist Charity Quick Sketch and an amazing Costume Contest. Celebrity Guests will be doing autograph sessions along with photo opportunities for fans. Attendees can also meet and talk comics with many comic book artists, illustrators and writers. Additionally, there will be hundreds of vendor tables selling millions of toys, comic books, diecast, Anime, action figures, dolls, statues, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, Star Trek, posters, artwork and much more. The Steel City Comic Con offers attendees one of the biggest shows in the United States at an affordable price. Anyone interested in finding out more about the Steel City Con can go to http:// www.steelcitycon.com
Garden State Mega Fest (June 2017)
April 28, 2017 by bigdaddj
Filed under Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention Profiles, Horror, New Jersey
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| Crowne Plaza Hotel 390 Forsgate dr Monroe Township, NJ 08831 United States Map It |
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| Ralph Macchio, William Zabka ,Martin Kove ,Ron Thomas, Rob Garrison, C Thomas Howell, Michael Beach, Jason Wiles, | |
The Outsiders invades Spooky Empire
April 12, 2017 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Cosplay, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
We’re very excited to add these two guests to our lineup! When PonyBoy and The Karate Kid want to come out to Spooky Empire, we can’t say no.
C. THOMAS HOWELL and RALPH MACCHIO will be at Spooky Empire next weekend, and this is your chance to meet them both in person, to celebrate the upcoming 35th anniversary of the classic film “The Outsiders”
C. THOMAS HOWELL kicked off his career with a small part (Tyler) in the classic “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial”, but after his memorable performance as “Ponyboy Curtis” in “The Outsiders” he became one of the most popular young actors of the 80’s. He went on to star in many films and TV series including (for you horror fans) “The Hitcher” (1 & 2), “Red Dawn”, “Tank”, “Secret Admirer”, “Soulman”, “The Hillside Strangler”, and more recently “Mutant Vampire Zombies from the Hood”, “The Amazing Spiderman”, “Southland”, “Torchwood” “24” and “Grimm”.
RALPH MACCHIO started out in commercials before his regular appearance on “Eight is Enough”. His career also took a jump after his appearance as “Johnny Cade” in the film “The Outsiders”. He went on to star in his most memorable role as “Daniel” in “The Karate Kid” series of films. He also starred in “Teachers”, “Crossroads”, “My Cousin Vinny”, and more recently had a recurring role on “Ugly Betty. He also joined the hit reality show “Dancing with the Stars” in 2011.
Don’t miss out on this amazing appearance, and be sure to check out their Q&A for a special surprise.
Advance tickets and VIP are still available, and hotel reservations are limited but available. www.spookyempire.com
STAY GOLD!
Knoxville Comic Con gets the Karate Kid
February 15, 2017 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Book Festivals, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Cosplay, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Tennessee, Video Games, Webcomics
Fanboy Expo is thrilled to announce that Ralph Macchio will be joining us all weekend for Knoxville Comic Con. Ralph is best known for his iconic role as Danny LaRusso in the Karate Kid franchise. He can also be seen in The Outsiders, My Cousin Vinny and more. Get Your Tickets! Knoxville Comic Con is bigger than ever. www.fanboyexpo.com
Photo Ops Tickets Now Available for MegaCon 2016
May 6, 2016 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Comic Books, Convention News, Florida, Horror, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Video Games
The Photo Op schedule with celebrities including Stan Lee, William Shatner, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, John Cusack, Christopher Lloyd, Ming-Na Wen, Hayley Atwell, John Barrowman, and many more at MegaCon 2016 is now available. Tickets are now on sale via the website: www.MegaConvention.com/photo-ops
| Individual Photo Ops | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
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| Anthony Daniels | – | – | 4:45pm | – |
| Billie Piper | – | 3:45pm | 12:15pm | – |
| Carlos Valdes | – | – | 1:30pm | 2:00pm |
| Christopher Lloyd | – | – | 1:30pm | 3:15pm |
| Curtis Armstrong | – | 5:45pm | 5:15pm | 3:45pm |
| Daniel Logan | – | – | 12:00pm | 4:30pm |
| Elden Henson | – | 2:15pm | 3:30pm | 1:15pm |
| George Takei | – | – | 11:30am | 2:45pm |
| Hayley Atwell | – | – | 1:00pm | – |
| James Remar | – | 6:30pm | 4:00pm | 11:15am |
| Jason David Frank | 5:15pm | 3:15pm | 6:00pm | – |
| Jeremy Bulloch | 5:45pm | 3:45pm | 11:30am | 4:00pm |
| John Barrowman | – | – | 3:00pm | 11:30am |
| John Cusack | – | – | 2:30pm | – |
| Jon Bernthal | 6:30pm | 1:30pm | – | – |
| Katie Cassidy | – | 1:45pm | 4:00pm | 2:15pm |
| Lena Headey | – | – | 2:15pm | 12:15pm |
| Lennie James | – | 4:30pm | 3:45pm | 12:45pm |
| Michelle Gomez | 6:45pm | 4:15pm | 4:45pm | 4:00pm |
| Ming-Na Wen | – | – | 11:15am | – |
| Nichelle Nichols | – | 2:45pm | 5:30pm | 1:15pm |
| Ralph Macchio | 5:00pm | 3:00pm | 2:45pm | 11:15am |
| Stan Lee | – | 12:00pm 6:00pm |
11:45am 6:00pm |
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| Tom Felton | – | – | 2:00pm | 2:30pm |
| Tom Payne | – | – | 4:15pm | 1:15pm |
| Vivica A. Fox | – | 6:15pm | 4:15pm | 3:30pm |
| William Sadler | 6:30pm | 1:30pm | 4:30pm | 1:45pm |
| William Shatner | – | 4:45pm | – | – |
| William Zabka | 5:30pm | 3:30pm | 3:15pm | 11:45am |
| Team Up Photo Ops | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
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| Batman, Robin, & Batmobile (West & Ward) | 5:45pm | 12:45pm | 2:45pm | 12:30pm |
| Boba Fetts (Bulloch & Logan) | – | – | 11:45am | 4:15pm |
| Christopher Lloyd & Delorean (with Car) | – | – | 12:30pm | 4:00pm |
| Daredevil (Bernthal & Henson) | – | 2:00pm | – | – |
| Jay & Silent Bob (Mewes & Smith) | – | – | 5:00pm | – |
| Karate Kid (Macchio & Zabka) | 5:15pm | 3:15pm | 3:00pm | 11:30am |
| Weasley Twins (Phelps & Phelps) | – | – | 12:30pm | 3:30pm |
Marvel Panel Schedule for NYCC 2014
October 8, 2014 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Comic Books, Convention News, Movies, New York, New York Comic Con, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Top Stories, Video Games
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Face front, True Believers! Marvel has released their panel schedule for New York Comic Con 2014! They will also live blog the convention so fans can follow along at home. Details at the link!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10
Marvel 75th Anniversary:
X-Men- The Shifting Face of Mutantkind
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. EDT
Room: 1A18
Join X-Editor Michael Marts as he sits down with the renowned X-Men creators who have shaped the mythos of mutantkind! This retrospective panel takes fans through the X-Men’s publication history and gives them an inside look into the creative process behind fan-favorite characters and books! A can’t-miss-panel for any mutant-lover! Panelists include Fabian Nicieza (CLASSIC X-MEN), Chris Claremont (UNCANNY X-MEN), Len Wein (WOLVERINE), and other special guests!
MARVEL: Breaking into Comics the Marvel Way
Time: 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A06
Have a passion for the inner workings of the comics industry? Curious about breaking into the field as a writer or artist? Sit down with a group of Marvel professionals from every corner of the business, and get insider tips, advice, and first-hand accounts of what it takes to start a career in comics today! Panelists include Talent Scout Jeanine Schaefer, Russell Dauterman (THOR), Kelly Sue DeConnick (CAPTAIN MARVEL), Gerry Duggan (NOVA), Sam Humphries (LEGENDARY STAR-LORD), and Charles Soule (DEATH OF WOLVERINE)!
Marvel 75th Anniversary:
Crafting the Marvel Event
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A18
Sit down with Executive Editor Tom Brevoort for an inside look into how a major Marvel event is constructed, from the perspective of writers, artists, and editors. Hear first-hand accounts about the creative collaborations that brought you Marvel’s biggest stories! Panelists include Brian Michael Bendis (ALL-NEW X-MEN), Kurt Busiek (AVENGERS), Tom DeFalco (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), J.M. DeMatteis (CAPTAIN AMERICA), Al Milgrom (WEST COAST AVENGERS), Fabian Nicieza (X-MEN), and Jim Starlin (INFINITY GAUNTLET).
Marvel 75th Anniversary:
World Outside Your Window – Diversity in Marvel Comics
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A18
Take a look inside Marvel’s ground-breaking history, as we shine the spotlight on the creators who challenged, re-defined, and shaped Marvel’s perception as an innovative publisher of comics. Join Marvel’s Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso and a mighty gathering of Marvel creators as they discuss the importance of diversity in comics and how Marvel upholds the tradition of presenting the world outside your window. Panelists will include Kurt Busiek (MARVELS), Kelly Sue DeConnick (CAPTAIN MARVEL), Kieron Gillen (YOUNG AVENGERS), Ann Nocenti (DAREDEVIL), and other Mighty Marvel Guests!
Marvel 75th Anniversary:
Guardians of the Galaxy- Then and Now
The Evolution of the Marvel Cosmic Universe
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A18
Following the smashing success of Guardians of the Galaxy, we decided to take fans through the history of one of Marvel’s quirkiest teams, as well as Marvel’s cosmic universe at large! This 75th Anniversary panel will feature current “cosmic” creators, as well as the writers and editors who shaped Marvel’s cosmic universe! Join us as we go back in time, and get an exclusive look inside the creation of some of your favorite space-facing characters! Panelists will include Gerry Duggan (NOVA), Al Milgrom (CAPTAIN MARVEL), Doug Moench (INHUMAN), and Jim Starlin (INFINITY GAUNTLET).
MARVEL: House of Ideas Digital Panel
Time: 2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A06
Love having the best comics in the industry on your mobile devices? Want to know how Marvel stays on the cutting edge of technology while bringing you what you love? Want to learn more about Infinite Comics? Well, this panel is for you, True Believer! Get exciting news from Executive Editorial Director of Digital Ryan Penagos and other guests including Talent Scout C.B. Cebulski, VP CRM Daniele Campbell and others! Find out what’s happening with the Marvel Comics App, Marvel AR, new digital games, Marvel’s vast social media presence and more in this can’t-miss panel!
Marvel 75th Anniversary:
Friendly Neighborhood Marvel
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A18
Join Marvel’s Chief Creative Officer Joe Quesada as he sits down with creators of past and present to shine the spotlight on Marvel’s street-level characters. This panel will include Spider-Man and Daredevil creators, as well as writers and artists who have contributed to the mythos of heroes like Spider-Man, Daredevil, Moon Knight, Luke Cage, and more! Panelists include Mark Bagley (ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN), Gerry Conway (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), Tom DeFalco (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), J.M. DeMatteis (SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN), Ralph Macchio (DAREDEVIL), Doug Moench (MOON KNIGHT), and Ann Nocenti (DAREDEVIL).
Marvel Animation Presents
Time: 4:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A06
Jeph Loeb (Marvel’s Head of Television) brings you the biggest animation panel in this universe – or any other. Get an exclusive first look at content from “Marvel’s Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.” season two and the future of Marvel Animation.
Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Time: 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. EDT
Main Stage 1D
Jeph Loeb (Marvel’s Head of Television) returns with exciting news and the world premiere of an all new episode of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. before it debuts on ABC!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11
MARVEL: Death of Wolverine – The Logan Legacy
Time: 4:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A06
Get ready, X-Fans, for the biggest mutant on mutant showdown of the year in the pages of DEATH OF WOLVERINE! Join a star-studded lineup of X-writers as they discuss the future of Logan and the impact his death will have on the rest of the X-Men titles! Plus, get the scoop on other titles starring Marvel’s merry mutants! This panel will be jam-packed with X-Men creators, so no fan should miss out! Panelists will include Executive Editor Mike Marts, Brian Michael Bendis (ALL-NEW X-MEN), Peter David (ALL-NEW X-FACTOR), Gerry Duggan (DEADPOOL), Greg Pak (STORM), Charles Soule (DEATH OF WOLVERINE), Len Wein (INCREDIBLE HULK) and other Mighty Marvel Guests!
MARVEL: Cup O’Joe
Time: 12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. EDT
Empire Stage 1-E
Join us for this Convention favorite! Here is your chance to Q&A with Marvel’s Chief Creative Officer Joe Quesada, for this no-holds-barred exposéon everything Marvel. Got a question about a favorite hero? Want to hear groundbreaking news straight from the source? Need a rundown on breaking developments in Marvel comics, film, and T.V? This panel is for you! With special announcements galore! Featuring Executive Editor Tom Brevoort, writers Brian Michael Bendis (ALL-NEW X-MEN), Kelly Sue DeConnick (CAPTAIN MARVEL), Gerry Duggan (DEADPOOL), Sam Humphries (LEGENDARY STAR-LORD), Dan Slott (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), and other Mighty Marvel guests!
Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes Behind the Scenes
Time: 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. EDT
Room:1A06
Join the Disney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes team for a first-hand, behind-the-scenes look at the story behind what it was like to bring the Marvel Super Heroes to Disney’s expanding video game platform! The development team from Marvel, Avalanche Studios and Disney Interactive will dive into how the game has evolved, how the stories developed, and various other aspects of the creative process. This unprecedented all-access look at this momentous game release is not to be missed!
Marvel’s Daredevil, Exclusively on Netflix
Time: 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. EDT
Main Stage 1D
Join the cast of “Marvel’s Daredevil” in their first-ever appearance with show-runner Steve DeKnight and moderator Jeph Loeb (Marvel’s Head of Television) to answer questions and reveal secrets from the hotly-anticipated show debuting on Netflix in 2015.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12
Marvel Unlimited Plus Members Only Panel
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. EDT
Room:1A21
This exclusive panel is just for Marvel Unlimited Plus members! Join Executive Editorial Director of Digital Ryan Penagos and top Marvel creators for a private panel discussion of what’s happening inside the Marvel Universe. Get FREE merchandise*, sneak peeks of upcoming Marvel comics, a Q&A session to answer all your burning questions, and more surprises to be announced. Not to be missed! Panelists will include Brian Bendis (ALL-NEW X-MEN), Gerry Duggan (NOVA), Dan Slott (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), Nick Spencer (AVENGERS WORLD), and Ryan Stegman (INHUMAN)! Marvel Unlimited Plus Members ONLY – show your Member Card or confirmation email at the door for access to the event!
*Merchandise available while supplies last.
MARVEL: Axel-In-Charge
12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
Room: 1A06
Axel Alonso, Marvel’s Editor-in-Chief, is taking the stage! Don’t miss inside looks at Marvel’s most creatively diverse titles, plus some major announcements including the future of everyone’s favorite avenging archer! And of course, you the fans will get to ask Axel the hard-hitting questions! Other panelists will include Gerry Duggan (NOVA), Kieron Gillen (ANGELA: ASGARD’S ASSASSIN), Ales Kot (BUCKY BARNES: THE WINTER SOLDIER), Phil Noto (BLACK WIDOW), James Robinson (FANTASTIC FOUR), Charles Soule (DEATH OF WOLVERINE), Nick Spencer (AVENGERS WORLD), G. Willow Wilson (MS. MARVEL), and other Mighty Marvel guests!
Women of Marvel
Time: 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT
Room:1A06
From Ms. Marvel to Black Widow, from Twitter to tumblr, women in comics has been one of the most talked-about topics in the industry recently. Join the conversation as women from every discipline in the creative process at Marvel discuss what it’s like working as a woman in comics today and what it means for the future of the industry! Plus, plenty of special announcements! Panelists will include Talent Scout Jeanine Schaefer, Editors Sana Amanat, Katie Kubert, Ellie Pyle, and Emily Shaw, Associate Producer Judy Stephens, writers Kelly Sue DeConnick (CAPTAIN MARVEL), Erica Henderson, Margi Stohl, and G. Willow Wilson (MS. MARVEL), and artists Marguerite Bennett (ANGELA: ASGARD’S ASSASSIN), Sara Pichelli (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY), and Stephanie Hans (ANGELA: ASGARD’S ASSASSIN)!
MARVEL: Spider-Verse
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. EDT
Room:1A10
This is your panel for all things Spider-Man! Join us as we discuss the most epic Spidey event of all time as every Spider-Man EVER comes together to face a world-ending threat! Plus, get the low-down on Silk, the mysterious new character who has everybody talking! Panelists will include Senior Editor Nick Lowe, writers Peter David (SPIDER-MAN 2099), Christos Gage (SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN), Jason Latour (WOLVERINE AND THE X-MEN), Dan Slott (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), and Robbie Thompson (SPIDER-VERSE), and artists Stacey Lee (NEW WARRIORS), Humberto Ramos (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN), Robbi Rodriguez (EDGE OF SPIDER-VERSE)and more special guests!
More on Marvel.com: http://marvel.com/news/comics/23387/nycc_2014_panel_and_liveblog_schedule#ixzz3FZviIixo
NYC – Karate Kid Screening
October 1, 2014 by Colin Solan
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Actors Ralph Macchio, Billy Zabka, and Martin Kove appear at the 92nd Street Y on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 9:30 pm to host a screening of The Karate Kid and celebrate the movie’s 30th anniversary!
Press Release:
Join us for this special event part of New York Super Week that not only features a screening of the movie, but welcomes William Zabka (Johnny), Martin Kove (Sensei Jon Kreese) and the Karate Kid himself, Ralph Macchio, for a conversation about their experiences during and after production of the movie. You’re the best around.
If you would like to receive more information, please visit: www.newyorksuperweek.com.
92nd Street Y
1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10128
212-415-5500
Shock Pop Comiccon Set to Launch in Fort Lauderdale in February 2015
September 3, 2014 by Brian Pate
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Press Release:
SHOCK POP COMICCON LAUNCHES IN FORT LAUDERDALE FEBRUARY 13-15, 2015
TICKETS AND VIP PACKAGES ON SALE NOW
Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 29, 2014)… Get ready! The 1st Annual Shock Pop Comiccon launches February 13-15, 2015 at the Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Shock Pop Comiccon is the newest pop culture experience celebrating your favorite movies, television shows, music, comics & animation, and toys & collectibles. The event will feature an interactive 100,000 square foot show of Celebrities, Comic Artists & Writers, Cosplay, Animation, Music, Anime, Art Exhibits, Vendors, Panels & Autograph sessions, The Karate Kid Reunion, The Stars of Star Trek Continues Web Series, Friday the 13th 35th Anniversary Reunion, Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge 30th Anniversary Reunion, Demons 30th Anniversary Reunion, Fire & Ice Reunion, Geek Film Fest, and an Independent Film Maker Contest.
Highlights include (as of August 29, 2014):
New announcements posted regularly on shockpopcc.com, @shockpopcc, instagram.com/shockpopcc# and facebook.com/shockpopcc
Celebrities & Special Guests – Movies/TV/Animation
John Waters – Performing “This Filthy World”
Robert Englund – Freddy in Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge
Steven Bauer – Ray Donovan, Scarface
David Anders – Once Upon A Time, Alias, I Zombies
Booboo Stewart – X-Men: Days of Future Past, Twilight Saga
Caity Lotz – Arrow, The Machine
Kristin Bauer – True Blood
Julie Benz – Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Dexter
Giancarlo Esposito – Gus Fring from Breaking Bad
Sylvester McCoy– Dr. Who, The Hobbitt
Ralph Macchio – Karate kid, The Outsiders, My Cousin Vinny
C. Thomas Howell – The Outsiders, The Amazing Spiderman, Southland
Danny Trejo – Machete, Machete Kills, Sons of Anarchy
Daniel Cudmore – Colossus in X Men, Voltuir Felix in Twilight Saga
J August Richards – Angel, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Michael Rosenbaum – Lex Luther in Smallville
Christopher Knight, Susan Olsen, Barry Williams – The Brady Bunch
Martin Kove – The Karate Kid, Rambo
Billy Zabka – The Karate Kid
Mark Ryan – Transformers voice of Lockdown
Jovanka Vuckovic – Clive Barker’s Jacqueline ESS, XX:The First All-Female Horror Anthology
Holly Frazetta – Frazetta Girls
Rytanya Alda – The Deer Hunter, Mommie Dearest
Man of Action – Founders Joe Kelly, Duncan Rouleau and Steven T. Seagle – Creators of Ben 10 and Big Hero 6, producers/writers of Marvel’s Avengers Assemble
H G Lewis – The Godfather of Gore -his films paved the way for modern horror and exploitation – Herschell Gordon Lewis’ BloodMania film debuting in 2015.
Cosplay
Ani-mia Leeanna Vamp Nicole Marie Jean
Veron The Ghouligans V is for Villians
219th Umbrella Brain Surgeons Star Wars – 501 Everglades Squad
1701st Fleet Buurenaar Verda Clan – Mandalorian Mercs (FL)
Comic Artists & Writers
Steve Niles – Author, Novelist, and Screenwriter – 30 Days of Night, Cal Mcdonald, Army of Darkness, Bad Planet
Mark Alan Miller – Seraphim Films – writes, produces, and directs original content alongside master of horror Clive Barker.
Jimmy Palmiotti – writer of comic books, tv, video games and film- Thrill Seeker and Painkiller Jane, All-Star Western, GI Combat, Ame-Comi Girls, video game Injustice: Gods Among U
Amanda Conner – illustrator – Power Girl
Whilce Portacio – writer and artist-The Punisher/X-Men/Iron Man, etc.
William Simpson – artist – Batman, Judge Dredd, Hellblazer, now storyboard artist for Game of Thrones
Ben Templesmith – author and artist – 30 Days of Night, Fell, and worked on Star Wars, Doctor Who, Buffy: The Vampire Slayer
Mike Deodato, Jr. – artist – Malibu’s Santa Claws, Innovation’s Beauty and the Beast, Wonder Woman, Avengers, Elektra, Spiderman
Bob Schreck – Legendary Comics- edited Holy Terror, The Tower Chronicles, and Pacific Rim: Tales from Year Zero/writing and editing for Marvel and DC Comics
Joe Kelly – Man of Action – I Kill Giants
Duncan Rouleau – Man of Action – The Great Unknown
Steven T. Seagle – Man of Action – it’s a bird…
Gerry Conway – illustrator – Fire and Ice, The Punisher
Cully Hamner – artist and writer-Green Lantern: Mosaic, Blue Beetle, Black Lightning: Year One, Detective Comics. graphic novel Red
Kyle Higgins – writer & film director-Batman franchise at DC comics, Deathstroke, Captain America
Paul Jenkins – writer – Hulk, Origin, Spiderman
Scott Kolins – illustrator – The Flash
Scott Lobdell – writer – Red Hood
Laura Martin – digital color artist-JLA/serenity
John Beatty –illustrator – DC Comics, Captain America, The Punisher
Animation
Our talented guests at Shock Pop Comiccon are the voices behind some of The Biggest Characters in DC Comics animation & video games!
Richard Epcar – voice actor – Joker in Justice League, Mortal Kombat Vs DCU
Michael Rosenbaum – voice actor – Flash in Justice League Unlimited
Kristin Bauer – voice actor – Mera in Justice League Unlimited
Giancarlo Esposito – voice actor – Ra’s Al Ghul in Son of Batman.
Steven E. Gordon – Character Designer of X-Men: Evolution, The Swan Princess and The Ultimate Avengers, and Animator, Director, Storyboard Artist and Illustrator
Todd Haberkorn – voice actor – Mr. Spock in Star Trek Continues Web Series, Sgt. Frog as Keroro, Suzuka as Yamato, Ghost Hunt as Naru, Sands of Destruction as Kyrie
Sean Hannon – voice actor – Fire and Ice, 3D character animation
Stephen Mendel – film and voice actor- Fire and Ice, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Terminal
Vic Mignogna – anime and video game voice actor – Edward Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist, Executive Producer and Captain Kirk in Star Trek Continues Web Series
Hal Rayle – voice actor- Transformers, Swat Kids
Maggie Roswell – voice actor- The Simpsons, Fire & Ice
Ellyn Stern – voice actor – Masaki Kurosaki in the hit anime series Bleach
Joe Casey – Man of Action – Sex
Joe Kelly – Man of Action – I Kill Giants
Duncan Rouleau – Man of Action – The Great Unknown
Steven T. Seagle – Man of Action – it’s a bird
Music
Eerie Von – famed musician from Danzig The Misfits
Samhain V is for Villians
Anime
Vic Mignogna and Todd Haberkorn – Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock on the Star Trek Continues Web Series.
Richard Epcar –
Ellyn Stern –
Funimation Screenings
Art of Akira Exhibit
Movies
Shock Pop Comiccon Presents GeekFest Film Fest
Features, shorts, web series, trailers, fan films, parody music videos and more! 17 Selections are screening at Shock Pop Comiccon and include: Good Game Directed by Mary Ratliff, Posthuman Project Directed by Kyle Roberts, Valiant Directed by Robin G. Phillips and Star Wars: The Holo Experience Directed by Miguel Angel Sánchez and Cogolludo Santiago Hernández.
“The Outlaws of the Underground” – Indy Film Fest
Highlighting independent film makers who create “underground” horror and grindhouse style films. Featuring: Adam Ahlbrandt, Brian Williams, actress Ellie Church, and James Bickert – curator for the Drive in Invasion
Screenings
Director’s Cut -Albert Pyun’s Captain America and Directors Cut – Albert Pyun’s Cyborg.
“Friday the 13th Shock Night” – February 13
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge – 30th Anniversary Reunion
Jack Sholder, Director; David Chaskin, screenwriter; and cast: Robert Englund – Freddy, Mark Patton – Jesse Walsh; Kim Myers – Lisa Webber, and Robert Rusler – Ron Grady
- Friday the 13th , the original – 35th Anniversary Reunion
Sean S. Cunningham, Creator and Director, and cast: Ari Lehman – the original Jason Vorhees who will perform with his band First Jason, Adrienne King as Alice, Ron Millkie-Officer Dorf, Harry Manfredini – music score composer, Tom Savini – special effects and makeup legend – creator of original makeup for “Jason”
- Demons – 30th Anniversary Reunion
Lamberto Bava, Director; and cast: Bobby Rhodes, Claudio Simonetti, Geretta Geretta, Sergio Stivaletti
- Zach Galligan – Gremlins, Scott Tepperman – Ghost Hunters International, Crimson Mask Studios and Nightmare Gloves, The Ghouligans, Ken Kirzinger –Jason in Freddy vs. Jason, Patty Mullen – Frankenhooker, Thommy Hutson – wrote and produced documentary – “His Name was Jason – 30 years of Friday the 13th”, H G Lewis – The Godfather of Gore -his films paved the way for modern horror & exploitation – Herschell Gordon Lewis’ BloodMania film debuting in 2015.
Fire and Ice – Saturday, February 14
Special Skype appearance by Ralph Bakshi, Director; Gerry Conway, Writer; Sean Hannon; The Frazetta Girls representing the work of Frank Frazetta (deceased) co-creator of Fire and Ice.
Artist Alley & Exhibitors
Nightmare Gloves, WerePups, Carnevil zombie make unders, Crimson Mask Studios, Joe the Peacock –largest collection of original art from the Akira animated film, Brian Steward, Gary Niles Pop Art, Krave Art, Last Gasp, Frazetta Girls, 219th Brain Surgeons, Mostly Harmless Pictures, Weekend T.A.R.D.I.S, Adam Ahlbrandt, Big World Pictures, Buurenaar Verda Clan – Mandalorian Mercs(FL), Glasshouse Graphics, Ani-Mia, Eerie Von, Leeanna Vamp, Nicole Marie Jean, Ralph Bakshi Studios. As of 8/29/14.
For exhibitor information, please contact Marc Ferman at shockpopcc@gmail.com.
Tickets are on sale now. VIP Packages coming soon. Special room rates are available at these fine hotels: Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach-bahiamarhotel.com, Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel – fortlauderdalemarinahtel.com, Renaissance Fort Lauderdale – Marriott.com. Ask for Shock Pop Comiccon and rates apply through December 10, 2014, or while supplies last. Connect with us: shockpopcc.com, @shockpopcc, instagram.com/shockpopcc# and facebook.com/shockpopcc
Shock Pop Comiccon LLC is an organization dedicated to providing a unique and thrilling experience for all fans of pop culture, especially comic books and animation. The show will feature exhibitors, a huge artist alley, intriguing programming, special guests and tons of cosplay. www.shockpopcc.com.
Shock Pop Comiccon (February 2015)
July 1, 2014 by shockpopcomiccon
Filed under Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention Profiles, Florida, Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy
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Event Details:
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| Shock Pop Comiccon | |
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| http://shockpopcc.com | |
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| Start Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) | |
| 02/13/2015 | |
| End Date (Format mm/dd/yyyy) | |
| 02/15/2015 | |
| About This Convention | |
| Get ready! The 1st Annual Shock Pop Comiccon launches February 13-15, 2015 at the Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL. Shock Pop Comiccon is the newest pop culture experience celebrating your favorite movies, television shows, music, comics & animation, and toys & collectibles. The event will feature an interactive 100,000 square foot show of Celebrities, Comic Artists & Writers, Cosplay, Animation, Music, Anime, Art Exhibits, Vendors, Panels & Autograph sessions, The Karate Kid Reunion, The Stars of Star Trek Continues Web Series, Friday the 13th 35th Anniversary Reunion, Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge 30th Anniversary Reunion, Demons 30th Anniversary Reunion, Fire & Ice Reunion, Geek Film Fest, and an Independent Film Maker Contest.
Highlights include (as of August 29, 2014): New announcements posted regularly on shockpopcc.com, @shockpopcc, instagram.com/shockpopcc# and facebook.com/shockpopcc
Celebrities & Special Guests – Movies/TV/Animation John Waters – Performing “This Filthy World” Robert Englund – Freddy in Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge Steven Bauer – Ray Donovan, Scarface David Anders – Once Upon A Time, Alias, I Zombies Boobo Stewart – X-Men: Days of Future Past, Twilight Saga Caity Lotz – Arrow, The Machine Kristin Bauer – True Blood Julie Benz – Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Dexter Giancarlo Esposito – Gus Fring from Breaking Bad Sylvester Mccoy– Dr. Who, The Hobbitt Ralph Macchio – Karate kid, The Outsiders, My Cousin Vinny C. Thomas Howell – The Outsiders, The Amazing Spiderman, Southland Danny Trejo – Machete, Machete Kills, Sons of Anarchy Daniel Cudmore – Colossus in X Men, Voltuir Felix in Twilight Saga J August Richards – Angel, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Michael Rosenbaum – Lex Luther in Smallville Christopher Knight, Susan Olsen, Barry Williams – The Brady Bunch Martin Kove – The Karate Kid, Rambo Billy Zabka – The Karate Kid Mark Ryan – Transformers voice of Lockdown Jovanka Vuckovic – Clive Barker’s Jacqueline ESS, XX:The First All-Female Horror Anthology Holly Frazetta – Frazetta Girls Rytanya Alda – The Deer Hunter, Mommie Dearest Man of Action – Founders Joe Kelly, Duncan Rouleau and Steven T. Seagle – Creators of Ben 10 and Big Hero 6, producers/writers of Marvel’s Avengers Assemble H G Lewis – The Godfather of Gore -his films paved the way for modern horror and exploitation – Herschell Gordon Lewis’ BloodMania film debuting in 2015. Cosplay Ani-mia Leeanna Vamp Nicole Marie Jean Veron The Ghouligans V is for Villians 219th Umbrella Brain Surgeons Star Wars – 501 Everglades Squad 1701st Fleet Buurenaar Verda Clan – Mandalorian Mercs(FL)
Comic Artists & Writers Steve Niles – Author, Novelist, and Screenwriter – 30 Days of Night, Cal Mcdonald, Army of Darkness, Bad Planet Mark Alan Miller – Seraphim Films – writes, produces, and directs original content alongside master of horror Clive Barker. Jimmy Palmiotti – writer of comic books, tv, video games and film- Thrill Seeker and Painkiller Jane, All-Star Western, GI Combat, Ame-Comi Girls, video game Injustice: Gods Among U Amanda Conner – illustrator – Power Girl Whilce Portacio – writer and artist-The Punisher/X-Men/Iron Man, etc. William Simpson – artist – Batman, Judge Dredd, Hellblazer, now storyboard artist for Game of Thrones Ben Templesmith – author and artist – 30 Days of Night, Fell, and worked on Star Wars, Doctor Who, Buffy: The Vampire Slayer Mike Deodato, Jr. – artist – Malibu’s Santa Claws, Innovation’s Beauty and the Beast, Wonder Woman, Avengers, Elektra, Spiderman Bob Schreck – Legendary Comics- edited Holy Terror, The Tower Chronicles, and Pacific Rim: Tales from Year Zero/writing and editing for Marvel and DC Comics Joe Kelly – Man of Action – I Kill Giants Duncan Rouleau – Man of Action – The Great Unknown Steven T. Seagle – Man of Action – it’s a bird… Gerry Conway – illustrator – Fire and Ice, The Punisher Cully Hamner – artist and writer-Green Lantern: Mosaic, Blue Beetle, Black Lightning: Year One, Detective Comics. graphic novel Red Kyle Higgins – writer & film director-Batman franchise at DC comics, Deathstroke, Captain America Paul Jenkins – writer – Hulk, Origin, Spiderman Scott Kolins – illustrator – The Flash Scott Lobdell – writer – Red Hood Laura Martin – digital color artist-JLA/serenity John Beatty –illustrator – DC Comics, Captain America, The Punisher
Animation Our talented guests at Shock Pop Comiccon are the voices behind some of The Biggest Characters in DC Comics animation & video games! Richard Epcar – voice actor – Joker in Justice League, Mortal Kombat Vs DCU Michael Rosenbaum – voice actor – Flash in Justice League Unlimited Kristin Bauer – voice actor – Mera in Justice League Unlimited Giancarlo Esposito – voice actor – Ra’s Al Ghul in Son of Batman. Steven E. Gordon – Character Designer of X-Men: Evolution, The Swan Princess and The Ultimate Avengers, and Animator, Director, Storyboard Artist and Illustrator Todd Haberkorn – voice actor – Mr. Spock in Star Trek Continues Web Series, Sgt. Frog as Keroro, Suzuka as Yamato, Ghost Hunt as Naru, Sands of Destruction as Kyrie Sean Hannon – voice actor – Fire and Ice, 3D character animation Stephen Mendel – film and voice actor- Fire and Ice, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Terminal Vic Mignogna – anime and video game voice actor – Edward Elric in Fullmetal Alchemist, Executive Producer and Captain Kirk in Star Trek Continues Web Series Hal Rayle – voice actor- Transformers, Swat Kids Maggie Roswell – voice actor- The Simpsons, Fire & Ice Ellyn Stern – voice actor – Masaki Kurosaki in the hit anime series Bleach Joe Casey – Man of Action – Sex Joe Kelly – Man of Action – I Kill Giants Duncan Rouleau – Man of Action – The Great Unknown Steven T. Seagle – Man of Action – it’s a bird
Music Eerie Von – famed musician from Danzig The Misfits Samhain V is for Villians
Anime Vic Mignogna and Todd Haberkorn – Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock on the Star Trek Continues Web Series. Richard Epcar – Ellyn Stern – Funimation Screenings Art of Akira Exhibit
Movies Shock Pop Comiccon Presents GeekFest Film Fest Features, shorts, web series, trailers, fan films, parody music videos and more! 17 Selections are screening at Shock Pop Comiccon and include: Good Game Directed by Mary Ratliff, Posthuman Project Directed by Kyle Roberts, Valiant Directed by Robin G. Phillips and Star Wars: The Holo Experience Directed by Miguel Angel Sánchez and Cogolludo Santiago Hernández. “The Outlaws of the Underground” – Indy Film Fest Highlighting independent film makers who create “underground” horror and grindhouse style films. Featuring: Adam Ahlbrandt, Brian Williams, actress Ellie Church, and James Bickert – curator for the Drive in Invasion
Director’s Cut -Albert Pyun’s Captain America and Directors Cut – Albert Pyun’s Cyborg. “Friday the 13th Shock Night” – February 13
Jack Sholder, Director; David Chaskin, screenwriter; and cast: Robert Englund – Freddy, Mark Patton – Jesse Walsh; Kim Myers – Lisa Webber, and Robert Rusler – Ron Grady
Sean S. Cunningham, Creator and Director, and cast: Ari Lehman – the original Jason Vorhees who will perform with his band First Jason, Adrienne King as Alice, Ron Millkie-Officer Dorf, Harry Manfredini – music score composer, Tom Savini – special effects and makeup legend – creator of original makeup for “Jason”
Lamberto Bava, Director; and cast: Bobby Rhodes, Claudio Simonetti, Geretta Geretta, Sergio Stivaletti
Fire and Ice – Saturday, February 14 Special Skype appearance by Ralph Bakshi, Director; Gerry Conway, Writer; Sean Hannon; The Frazetta Girls representing the work of Frank Frazetta (deceased) co-creator of Fire and Ice.
Artist Alley & Exhibitors Nightmare Gloves, WerePups, Carnevil zombie make unders, Crimson Mask Studios, Joe the Peacock –largest collection of original art from the Akira animated film, Brian Steward, Gary Niles Pop Art, Krave Art, Last Gasp, Frazetta Girls, 219th Brain Surgeons, Mostly Harmless Pictures, Weekend T.A.R.D.I.S, Adam Ahlbrandt, Big World Pictures, Buurenaar Verda Clan – Mandalorian Mercs(FL), Glasshouse Graphics, Ani-Mia, Eerie Von, Leeanna Vamp, Nicole Marie Jean, Ralph Bakshi Studios. As of 8/29/14. For exhibitor information, please contact Marc Ferman at shockpopcc@gmail.com.
Tickets are on sale now. VIP Packages coming soon. Special room rates are available at these fine hotels: Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach-bahiamarhotel.com, Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel – fortlauderdalemarinahtel.com, Renaissance Fort Lauderdale – Marriott.com. Ask for Shock Pop Comiccon and rates apply through December 10, 2014, or while supplies last. Connect with us: shockpopcc.com, @shockpopcc, instagram.com/shockpopcc# and facebook.com/shockpopcc
Shock Pop Comiccon LLC is an organization dedicated to providing a unique and thrilling experience for all fans of pop culture, especially comic books and animation. The show will feature exhibitors, a huge artist alley, intriguing programming, special guests and tons of cosplay. www.shockpopcc.com.
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Minneapolis Wizard World Con Report!
June 2, 2014 by Anthony Aycock
Filed under Comic Books, Con Reports and Photos, Cosplay, Minnesota, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Top Stories
My feet were hurting. Throbbing, in fact. With blisters on each ball and heel, even short walks delivered a four square of pain. Ever had a pebble trapped in your shoe? How about a shuriken? Watching me walk, people must have thought, “The poor man. Must have forgotten his crutches. How can he get around on two broken legs?”
I was in this predicament thanks to walking twenty-seven miles in one weekend, mostly around the latest Wizard World Comic Con, which was held May 2-4 in Minneapolis. It was that city’s first-ever Wizard World con, and everything from guests to vendors to venue—the 87-room, 475,000-square-foot downtown convention center—was spectacular.
Headlining the event were Matt Smith and Karen Gillan from Doctor Who. Gillan, a former model, played traveling companion to Smith’s Doctor in series 5-7. I saw her on Saturday, smiling and chatting, her hair in a bun, amid a sea of fans. Smith showed up the next day, and the two had a joint photo op—the third time in North America that this had happened (the first two were the Louisville Comic Con and the St. Louis Comic Con). Other stars were William Shatner, Robert Englund, Ernie Hudson, Ralph Macchio, Neal Adams, Mike Grell, and Lou Ferrigno (my interview with Ferrigno will appear on ConventionScene in a few days). Other events included celebrity one-on-ones, panel discussions, a film festival, RPG tournaments, speed dating, at least 75 exhibitors, and a cosplay contest.
I caught most of Ralph Macchio’s one-on-one session on Saturday afternoon. Now 52 years old, Macchio delights in the Karate Kid franchise, though it used to bother him. In the early 90s, he said, he struggled to find acting work, and there were days he stayed hidden at home because he couldn’t face another “wax on, wax off” encounter. But film quotes were not all that fans said to him. Some told him how the movie had helped them deal with bullying, or it had changed their lives in other ways. When he thought about those people, he realized he would be “foolish” to reject his legacy. Ralph Macchio is a funny, humble guy who likes the Karate Kid re-make (though he doesn’t see it as “iconic”) and who is hoping his future includes more voice acting (he has done several episodes of Robot Chicken). And do his two kids understand their dad’s place in cinematic history? Macchio told the story of his son Daniel (hmm . . . coincidence?) coming across a trove of magazines and other memorabilia from the 80s. The boy raced into his sister’s bedroom and said, “Julia! Dad was huge and we missed it!”
Minneapolis was cold this May—unseasonably so, according to one native, which is just my luck—but the city was grand, the people welcoming, and the comic con a smash hit. If you weren’t there, browse the photos below to see what you missed. Next I am off to ConCarolinas (May 30-June 1) in the Queen City, Charlotte. Maybe I’ll see you!
Day 1 of Minneapolis’s first-ever Wizard World
Can’t wait to get in!
I had trouble finding a parking spot, so . . .
Robert Englund plans his next nightmare.
Fabulous costumes!
Deadpool! Get out of the picture!
A couple of convention security officers.
Minnesota isn’t quite the Caribbean, but this pirate didn’t mind.
Look just under the poster of Karen Gillan to see the real Karen Gillan.
My cell phone wasn’t working, so I asked this guy to call my wife. With his mind.
Yes, it’s bigger on the inside, but how many licks does it take to get the Tootsie Roll center?
I thought about asking this guy for directions but decided against it.
Who scheduled a dance competition on the same weekend as Wizard World?!
