SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH
11:00AM – 6:00PM WIZARD WORLD GAMING PAVILION (EXHIBITOR FLOOR)
Calling all gamers! Come and enjoy all-day free play at the Wizard World Game Pavilion! From Super Smash Bros. to Call of Duty to Mario Kart and beyond, we’ve got you covered! Don’t forget to sign up for the official Super Smash Bros. and Mortal Kombat tournaments! We’ll see you there!
11:30 – 12:15PM A SECOND SKIN (ROOM 305)
How to add depth to a character different from yourself. Six novelists discuss writing characters of a race, gender, age, economics, species, and moral compass different than their own. With Rachel Aukes, Aaron Bunce, Dennis Green, Tamara Jones, AR Miller, and Jed Peterson.
12:00 – 12:45PM BORN TO BE SUPER: BRANDON ROUTH (GRAND BALLROOM B)
From portraying the iconic Superman in 2006’s “Superman Returns” to The Vegan in “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World” to Atom in the CW’s “Arrow” and “The Flash” it seems Brandon Routh was born to be super! Now you can get a glimpse into his career and life in this special Wizard World Q&A with his fans!
12:00 – 12:45PM BEING GOD: CREATING FANTASTIC SCIENCE FICTION/FANTASY WORLDS (ROOM 308)
What is it about some fictional worlds that draw us in? As an author, what can we do to create such a world? In this panel bestselling authors will expound on the 'whys,' 'hows,' and 'whatnots,' to do when creating science fiction and fantasy worlds. Half lecture, half discussion. Panelists include: Ellie Ann (NYT Bestselling author), Devri Walls (YA Fantasy bestseller), Jennifer Joseph (Editor and author), Erin Keyser Horn (YA Fantasy author and editor).
12:30 – 1:15PM STORYTELLING WITH MICHAEL GOLDEN (ROOM 305)
Join groundbreaking storyteller Michael Golden – known for his work on Dr. Strange, The ‘Nam, G. I. Joe, and Batman – as he shares his fundamental rules for how to craft your story and take it to the professional level.
1:00PM – WIZARD WORLD GAMING PRESENTS: SUPER SMASH BROS. Wii U TOURNAMENT
• $5 ENTRY FEE
• SIGN UP BEGINS AT 11:00AM
• SPACE IS LIMITED
• SEE WIZARD WORLD GAMING PAVILION FOR OFFICIAL RULES
PRIZE SUPPORT PROVIDED BY “PERFORMANCE DESIGNED PRODUCTS”
1:00 – 1:45PM RETURN TO NIGHTMARES: ROBERT ENGLUND (GRAND BALLROOM B)
Veteran character actor Robert Englund has appeared in over 75 feature films and starred in four TV series. He has starred alongside Oscar-winners Henry Fonda, Susan Sarandon and Jeff Bridges. Since 1984 he's achieved international fame as the iconic boogeyman Freddy Krueger in the hit franchise A Nightmare on Elm Street and its seven sequels. Now join Robert as he give his fans a glimpse into his life and career as one of the most iconic horror film characters of all time!
1:00 - 1:45PM HOW TO COLOR COMICS WITH CHARMED'S JEFF BALKE (ROOM 308)
With literally millions of colors in their digital palettes, comics colorists have a more challenging job than ever, with the responsibility of adding mood to the stories they work on, while keeping the narrative clear and compelling. Ace color artist Jeff Balke (Urban Legends; Grimm Fairy Tales; Charmed) discusses his career and his craft. Includes a demonstration of how comics are colored!
1:30 – 2:15PM ONE-ON-ONE WITH MARVEL’S DEATHLOK – J. AUGUST RICHARDS (ROOM 318)
Do you know what S.H.I.E.L.D. stands for? You can bet this (former) agent does! Join one of the stars of ABC’s Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., J. August Richards, as he talks Mike Peterson’s growth into Deathlok, his future in the Marvel Universe and what it was like portraying Charles Gunn in the fan-favorite television show Angel.
1:30 – 2:15PM THE ART OF SATURDAY MORNING CARTOON PRODUCTION WITH ANIMATOR/DIRECTOR TOM COOK (ROOM 305)
Wizard World is proud to present world-renown animator Tom Cook (Tarzan; Flash Gordon; He-Man and the Masters of the Universe; She-Ra Princess of Power). This panel will be a demonstration of the steps taken to bring an idea from script to screen. Cook will begin with a short story of how he became an animator back in the late 1970s and then describe the different departments in an animation studio and what they do to move the development of the cartoon forward. Tom will have a few scenes he has worked on over the years on video and then will open the floor for questions about either the process or any other question you may have. So come out and see first-hand how your favorite cartoons were made!
2:00 – 2:45PM NO STRANGER TO SCI-FI: JEWEL STAITE (GRAND BALLROOM B)
From “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” to “The X-Files” to “Stargate: Atlantis” to “Firefly” and beyond, Jewel Staite is truly no stranger to science fiction. Starting her career as a model and turning to acting at the age of 6, Jewel hasn’t slowed down since! Now she speaks directly to her fans in this special Wizard World Q&A!
2:00 – 2:45PM JUSTICE CORPS OF IOWA (ROOM 308)
Who and what is the Justice Corps of Iowa? Our work with the community, our heroes real life and fiction, tips and tricks in being our characters, and who and what we do.
2:30 – 3:00PM IN THE RING WITH WWE DIVA PAIGE (ROOM 305)
Moderated by Mo Lightning
3:00 – 3:45PM CONtv PRESENTS: GREEN POWER RANGER JASON DAVID (ROOM 318)
Meet the original Green Power Ranger Jason David Frank in this exciting Wizard World panel. Don’t miss your chance to ask questions in this special audience Q&A session with JDF, and learn more about his action-packed new show, premiering exclusively on CONtv!
3:00 – 3:45PM NO SPOILERS: ALEX KINGSTON (GRAND BALLROOM B) Alex Kingston is best known for her roles as Dr. Elizabeth Corday on the NBC medical drama “ER” and as River Song in the BBC science fiction series “Doctor Who”. Her acting career spans over 35 impressive years and now she joins her fans in a special Wizard World Q&A! You don’t want to miss this!
3:00 – 3:45PM HOW TO WRITE COMICS with GREEN ARROW’S MIKE GRELL, WONDER WOMAN’S PHIL HESTER, BEAUTY & THE BEAST’S BARBARA SLATE, SPIDER-MAN’S JAI NITZ & SHE-HULK’S RENEE WITTERSTAETTER (ROOM 308)
Accomplished comics writers Mike Grell (Green Arrow; John Sable Freelance), Phil Hester (Wonder Woman; The Wretch), Barbara Slate (Betty & Veronica; You Can Do a Graphic Novel) and Jai Nitz (Dream Thief; Amazing Spider-Man) show and tell you how to write comics and graphic novels, going from initial idea to outline to script to finished story. Plus, the panelists will answer your questions about both the creative and business sides of the comics writing profession, including how to find an artist to work with (hint: a comics convention is the number one place!) and how to write exciting dialogue! Renee Witterstaetter (editor of She-Hulk and author of Excess: The Art of Michael Golden) moderates.
3:30 – 4:15PM GEEKTASTIC CAGE MATCH (ROOM 305)
Podcasters and fans battle it out over geek culture touchstones. Star Wars vs. Star Trek, Marvel vs. DC, Bruce Campbell vs. Nathan Fillion, and many more! Presented by Southgate Media Group.
3:30 – 4:15PM COMING OUT COSPLAY/LGBT COMMUNITY PANEL WITH SPECIAL MEET & GREET WITH ALEXA HEART (ROOM 310)
Alexa Heart, a transgender cosplay model, will discuss her decision to transition with the support of the cosplay and geek communities. She’ll cover the obstacles she’s faced and how she has used these challenges to help push for equality for everyone in the geek community and beyond. This panels will also cover topics like body positivity, cosplaying with disabilities, and much more! This is a very casual panel/Meet & Greet with questions encouraged!
4:00 – 4:45PM BACK FROM CLOUD CITY WITH BILLY DEE WILLIAMS (GRAND BALLROOM B)
An icon of not only Hollywood but also the African-American community, Billy Dee Williams has influenced cinema & TV through numerous roles in famous productions such as Mahogony, Lady Sings The Blues, Dynasty, Batman and many others. Oh yeah, Billy was also in some movie called STAR WARS! Ask him about his time as Lando Calrissian, his love of painting and so much more by visiting his Wizard World Comic Con Q&A!
4:00 – 4:45PM ROOM CREATIVITY: 20 TIPS FOR AMPING IT UP! with YUPPIES FROM HELL’S BARBARA SLATE (ROOM 308)
Barbara Slate, comics creator—artist and/or writer of over 200 comics from Marvel, DC, Disney, and Archie—will inspire you with her top 20 creative tips. Come get some solid info from Barbara, whose published works include Angel Love, Yuppies from Hell, Beauty and the Beast, Betty and Veronica, and her new how-to book, You Can Do a Graphic Novel. Moderated by Jeff Butler (The Badger; games and animation art instructor at Madison Media Institute).
4:30 – 5:15PM JASON MEWES’ SECRET STASH (ROOM 318)
Jason Mewes is best known for portraying the more vocal half of the duo “Jay and Silent Bob” in the Kevin Smith films. Born in Highlands, New Jersey, he and Kevin Smith were best friends in high school which led to a career in acting and producing. Now he peels back the curtain on his life and career in this special Wizard World Q&A! Bring your question because Jason has your answers!
4:30 – 5:15PM THE GODBEAST: A DISCUSSION ON SCULPTING, MOLDING, PROTOTYPING, & PRODUCING TOYS (ROOM 305)
Come visit with Iowan native Marty "THEGODBEAST" Hansen as he discusses over 20 years of working in the independent toy world. Hear stories of his travels and work with companies big and small, his work with the True Cast Studio (prototyping for Sideshow and NECA) in Kansas City, and the ins and outs that led up to official mass production of his own action figure toy line the Kabuto Mushi. Marty will answer questions and offer advice to those looking to make their own toys.
5:00 – 5:45PM BOLDLY GOING WITH WILLIAM SHATNER (GRAND BALLROOM B)
With a career spanning over five decades and an extensive résumé that includes starring roles in shows such as Star Trek and Boston Legal, Emmy-award winner William Shatner takes the stage to dish on the roles that have made him a household name and one of the most renowned men in television history.
5:00 – 5:45PM JASON DAVID FRANK MEET AND GREET- PAID EVENT (ROOM 310)
Here’s your chance to meet the original Green Power Ranger Jason David Frank in a more private setting, away from the convention crowds. Make sure to bring your questions because JDF will have your answers. Must purchase separate ticket for this event.
5:00 – 5:45PM DEPORNING ART (ROOM 308)
Visual art and music can move you - whether you like it or not. Comic Cons are giving fans a chance to interact with creators, artists, and storytellers from the most famous to the completely unknown artist, actor, or cosplayer. Find out how to get more out of your ConExperience as we pull back the curtain and show you what happens underneath the table at thousands of ComicCons around the country.
5:30 – 6:15PM CREATING “THE CROW” WITH JAMES O’BARR (ROOM 305)
Created when the author when was facing tough times, “The Crow” has grown into a vital part of both comic book & movie history. Join James O’Barr as he revisits the circumstances that lead to the iconic character’s creation, provides his thoughts the upcoming big screen reboot, and explains the process behind his long-time work on Sundown & much more.
6:00 – 6:45PM CTHULHU’S COMEDY COLLECTIVE (ROOM 305)
The galaxy's premiere geek-centric stand-up comedy experience. After weeks of intensive laboratory testing and invasive procedures designed to identify subjects who appeal to the discerning tastes of today's nerdy audience, we hand-pick only the funniest surviving specimens and put them on stage! No matter where you see us, at a club or at a Con, you're guaranteed a show run for geeks, by geeks.
7:00 – 9:00PM WIZARD WORLD COSTUME CONTEST (GRAND BALLROOM B)
Hosted by our very own superheroes Billy Patterson and Mo Lightning, the Wizard World Comic Con Costume Contest is no joke. The best of the best will be dressed to impress in their superhero & pop culture finest, so be prepared for some serious cosplay. Grab your buddies and suit up to take a chance at bringing home the gold! With special guest judges! Anyone interested in participating can sign-up at the Wizard World Information booth inside the exhibition floor on Saturday! We’ll see you there!
9:00PM - CLOSE OFFICIAL WIZARD WORLD AFTER PARTY
Just because the show floor is closed doesn’t mean the party skips a beat! Don’t miss the hottest event of the Wizard World weekend! Head on over to the Official Wizard World Comic Con After Party location TO BE ANNOUNCED
SUNDAY, JUNE 14TH
11:30 – 12:15PM BEHIND THE ROLE: GIANCARLO ESPOSITO (ROOM 318)
Giancarlo Esposito is a celebrated television, film and stage actor whose acting career spans over several decades. He’s recently earned rave reviews and awards buzz starring as Gustavo 'Gus' Fring in AMC’s critically acclaimed award-winning series Breaking Bad opposite Bryan Cranston, as well as playing Major Tom Neville on the hit series Revolution.
12:00 – 4:00PM WIZARD WORLD GAMING PAVILION (EXHIBITOR FLOOR)
Calling all gamers! Come and enjoy all-day free play at the Wizard World Game Pavilion! From Super Smash Bros. to Call of Duty to Mario Kart and beyond, we’ve got you covered!
12:00 – 12:45PM DOCTOR WHO AT 52 (ROOM 308)
Doctor Who expert Lars Pearson (author and editor of 20 books on the topic, including Ahistory, the About Time series and the Hugo-Award winning Chicks Dig Time Lords) leads a group discussion about the legacy of the United Kingdom's most successful TV series, and fields all manner of questions concerning the Doctor Who TV show, books, audios, comics and much more. With Catherine Lyons, co-host of Iowa Public Television's Doctor Who pledge drives.
12:30 – 1:15PM THE MAN OF STEEL: DEAN CAIN (ROOM 318)
Some people are born to be great while others are born to be SUPER! Join Dean Cain as he reflects on his time as the legendary hero in the hit TV series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman , how playing the Man of Steel has changed his career, what it meant to him to don the cape, the other projects he’s worked on over the years & much more!
12:30 – 1:15PM WORBLA AND OTHER COSTUME MAKING MATERIALS with WIZARD WORLD COSPLAY GUEST JACKIE CRAFT! (ROOM 305)
Professional cosplayer Jackie Craft will cover everything from the most popular Eva foam and Worbla typically used in cosplay; to the Smooth-on products used in Hollywood. The panel will talk about where to get them, how cost efficient each are and what is best for beginner, intermediate and advanced costumers.
1:00PM– WIZARD WORLD GAMING PRESENTS: LITTLE GAMERS LEAGUE SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT (AGES 10 AND UNDER)
• NO ENTRY FEE
• SIGN UP BEGINS AT 11:00AM
• SPACE IS LIMITED
• SEE WIZARD WORLD GAMING PAVILION FOR OFFICIAL RULES
• PRIZE SUPPORT PROVIDED BY “PERFORMANCE DESIGNED PRODUCTS”
1:00 – 1:45PM CREATING AND MANAGING COMICS FOR THE DIGITAL AGE (ROOM 308)
A behind-the-scenes look at developing comics, working with a team, designing a website or publishing online through other means.
1:30 – 2:00PM THE GREEN POWER RANGER HALF-HOUR OF POWER (ROOM 310)
Attention children of all-ages, their parents and anyone else that loves karate! Come KICK IT with the Green Power Ranger himself, Jason David Frank, in this special ½ hour long karate class!
1:30 – 2:15PM U-CRE-8 COMICS PRESENTS: CHARACTER CRAFTERS (ROOM 305)
Are you the next GREAT comic creator?! Take the Raconteur's challenge and design your own character from start to finish! Establish powers, design costume ideas, create an origin story and more with U Cre-8 Comics -- the PERFECT jumpstart to YOUR comic universe!
1:30 – 2:15PM ONE-ON-ONE WITH ELVIRA (ROOM 318)
Get to know the woman behind the Mistress of the Dark, Cassandra Peterson. Better known as Elvira, Cassandra has been entertaining fans of the macabre for over 30 years now through television, cinema, comic books and various forms of merchandising. Hear her favorite stories and some new ones during this 45 minute fan Q&A!
2:00 – 2:45PM BUSTLES AND BUM ROLLS: HOW TO USE HISTORICAL UNDERGARMENTS IN YOUR COSPLAY (ROOM 308)
Ever wonder how the Victorians supported those big dresses? Historical costumer, Ashley Schonberg, will show you the secrets of historical support garments, how to use them effectively in your cosplay, and share resources to help you make your own. For the brave and curious, there will be examples to try!
2:30 – 3:15PM NOW YOU WILL RECEIVE US: THE BOONDOCK SAINTS (ROOM 318)
The bad boys of the blockbuster picture The Boondock Saints, Sean Patrick Flanery and David Della Rocco, will be storming the stage in style at Wizard World. Join one half of the MacManus brothers and Rocco as they share stories and give fans a behind-the-scenes look into this iconic film!
3:00 – 3:45PM WIZARD WORLD KID’S COSTUME CONTEST (ROOM 308)
Calling all kids ages 13 and under to come out and strut your stuff at the Wizard World Comic Con Kids Costume Contest! You won’t want to miss this Kodak moment packed with a whole lot of fun, laughs and prizes for all participants! |
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