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Haspiel, Gilchrist, Gerhard, Cook To Attend Wizard World Minneapolis

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minneapolisEisner Award winners Gerhard (“Cerebus”), Dean Haspiel (“American Splendor,” “X-Men”), and Neal Adams (“Batman,” “Green Lantern”), as well as Tom Cook (“He-Man,” “She-Ra”), Michael Golden (“Batman,” “Spider-Man”), Clinton Hobart (Disney fine art), Ken Kelly (“Kiss” album covers, “He-Man”), James O’Barr (“The Crow”), Guy Gilchrist (writer/cartoonist, “Nancy,” “Muppet Babies”), Mark Kistler (PBS Television , “The Secret City”) and Arthur Suydam (“Marvel Zombies” “Army of Darkness”) are among the leading comics artists and writers scheduled to attend Wizard World Minneapolis, May 6-8 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It is the eighth comic con event on the 2016 Wizard World calendar and third year for the show in Minneapolis.

Other top Wizard World Minneapolis Artist Alley guests include Peter Gross (“The Simpsons,” “Muppet Babies”), Danny Fingeroth (group editor, “Spider-Man”), Tim Seeley (“Revival,” “Ant Man & The Wasp”), Allyn Jensrud (“Monkey Man Labs”), Phil Juliano (“Twin Cities Comic Collective”), Jeremiah Lambert (“Transformers,” “Tonka Truck”), Victor Dandridge (“Vantage: Inhouse”), Tim Lundmark (“Hell Has Become Our Home: A Poetic Narrative on the Duality of Marriage”), Mike Maydak (“1782: The Year of Blood,” “The Blackbeard Legacy”), Jim Mehsling (“Into the Void,” “Bounty Hunter: The Interview”), Robert “Bob The Artist” Luedke (“Eye Witness,” “A Fictional Tale of Absolute Truth”), Jeff Greenwalt (producer/head writer/ cast member “Rabbit Ears”) and many others.

Wizard World Minneapolis show hours are Friday, May 6, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, May 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Weta Workshop To Highlight Their Work In Middle-earth At Wizard World Comic Cons in May

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wizard worldWizard World, Inc. and Weta Workshop have announced a partnership. The multi-Academy Award winning New Zealand design studio and physical manufacturing facility will show off some of their best work at three Wizard World Comic Con shows in May at its visually striking Exhibitor Booth. Weta Workshop’s body of work includes movies like The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Avatar, District 9, Chappie and many more.

Weta will set up at Wizard World events in Minneapolis (May 1-3), Philadelphia (May 7-10) and St. Louis (May 22-24).

Fans can meet Warren Dion Smith , international multi-award-winning hair and makeup artist at all three shows and have an opportunity to get a pair of Hobbit ears applied by one of the best in the business.

Fans who want to learn more about the makeup and prosthetics craft should also attend the Weta panels where Warren will perform a major Middle-earth makeup transformation on stage while fielding questions from the crowd.

In addition, VIP attendees will receive an exclusive limited edition art print by The Hobbit concept art director and world renowned Tolkien artist John Howe.

Wizard World Minneapolis Attendees to Receive The Walking Dead #1 Variant Cover By Clayton Crain

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The Walking Dead #1 Clayton CrainWizard World, Inc. and Skybound have announced that Ghost Rider and X-Force artist Clayton Crain has drawn the eighth in a yearlong series of Limited Edition Exclusive Variant Covers of The Walking Dead #1 comic, to be provided free to all full-price attendees at Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis, May 1-3.

The exclusive The Walking Dead #1 edition will be produced in extremely limited quantities and is available at registration to fans at the Minneapolis Convention Center only while supplies last. VIP attendees will receive an additional black & white sketch version of the comic.

Crain, who primarily uses digital painting, is also well known for his work with Todd McFarlane as well as with Marvel on Carnage, covers for DC and his unique sketch cover acrylic paintings. He is currently working for Valiant Comics on the popular comic Rai , with writer Matt Kindt. He also continues to develop his painting techniques with acrylic and oil sketchbook covers and commissions.

Stars of The Walking Dead TV series scheduled to attend Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis include Christian Serratos, Alanna Masterson and Michael Rooker. Other standout celebrities attending include Karl Urban, Gillian Anderson, Debby Ryan, WWE Divas The Bella Twins, Kevin Conroy, Finn Wittrock, Sylvester McCoy and more.

In addition to Crain, Artist Alley in Minneapolis will feature Steve Fastner, Rich Larson, Bill Willingham, Phil Ortiz, Neal Adams, Michael Avon Oeming, Dan Jurgens, Michael Golden and many others.

Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis show hours are Friday, May 1, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wizard World Presents: An Evening With Kevin Smith In Minneapolis, Friday, May 1

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Kevin SmithKevin Smith, who wrote and directed Clerks, Yoga Hosers and the series Comic Book Men among his many credits, will host “Wizard World Presents: An Evening With Kevin Smith” on May 1 in Minneapolis. Organized in conjunction with Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis, the live Q&A session will begin at 8 p.m. at the State Theatre (805 Hennepin Avenue) in Minneapolis.

Tickets for “Wizard World Presents: An Evening With Kevin Smith” will be on sale soon via Ticketmaster. Pricing begins at $25.00.

Smith will also help Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis get underway by appearing with other dignitaries at the second annual festival’s official Ribbon Cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. at the Minneapolis Convention Center. The three-day pop culture convention is set for Friday through Sunday, May 1-3 (Smith will not otherwise appear at the event).

A writer, comedian, podcaster, and film director, Smith has written and directed numerous films, including Dogma, Red State and Tusk, in addition to Clerks, Chasing Amy and Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back. He also has authored Silent Bob Speaks, Shootin’ the Sh*t with Kevin Smith, My Boring-Ass Life and most recently Tough Sh*t: Life Advice from a Fat, Lazy Slob Who Did Good. He can be heard daily at Smodcast.com, a vast network of podcasts.

As an added treat for Clerks and Jay and Silent Bob fans, Jason Mewes will appear all three days at Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis, greeting fans, signing autographs, posing for photo ops and conducting an interactive Q&A session. Celebrity attendees include Karl Urban, James & Oliver Phelps, Christian Serratos, Gillian Anderson and WWE Divas The Bella Twins and many others.

Minneapolis show hours are Friday, May 1, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Adams, Claremont, Willingham, Golden Highlight Artist Alley At Wizard World Minneapolis

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Oeming Mice TemplarNeal Adams, Chris Claremont, Bill Willingham, Michael Golden, Michael Avon Oeming and Steve Fastner headline the roster of comics artists and writers scheduled to attend Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis, May 1-3 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It is the second trip to Minneapolis for Wizard Worl and the eighth event on the 2015 Wizard World Comic Con calendar.

Others in Artist Alley include Dan Jurgens, Phil Ortiz, Rich Larson, Greg Horn, Renee Witterstaetter, Clayton Crain, Larry Hama, Dan Jurgens and others.

In addition, all full-price Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis attendees will receive a limited edition exclusive variant cover The Walking Dead comic. Comics will be issued at registration while supplies last and VIP attendees will receive an additional black & white sketch version.

Celebrities attending include Karl Urban, Christian Serratos, Gillian Anderson, James & Oliver Phelps, WWE Divas The Bella Twins , Kevin Conroy, Grant Bowler and many others.

Wizard World Comic Con Minneapolis show hours are Friday, May 1, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, May 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Programming Highlights At Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con

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Question-and-answer sessions featuring stars of Firefly and Serenity Nathan Fillion and Adam Baldwin, individual discussions with Doctor Who headliners Matt Smith and Karen Gillan and panels featuring William Shatner, James Marsters, Sean Astin and other celebrities top the robust programming schedule at the inaugural Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con, Friday through Sunday, May 2-4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Most programming is included as part of the standard event admission.

Some of the highlights of the schedule include:

  • Interactive Q&A sessions with the Firefly/Serenity stars (Sat., 5 p.m.), Smith (Sun.,12:15 p.m.), Gillan (Sat., 3 p.m.), Shatner (Sat., 2 p.m.), Astin (Sat., noon), Marsters (Sat., 1 p.m.), “Karate Kid” Ralph Macchio (Sat., 11:45 a.m.), Nightmare on Elm Street star Robert Englund (Sat., 12:30 p.m.) “The Walking Dead’s” Michael Rooker (Sat., 4 p.m.), “Superman” Dean Cain (Sun., 11:30 a.m.), “Arrow” headlinerManu Bennett (Sun., 12:30 p.m.) and other celebrities
  • Informative discussions with noted comics creators Dan Jurgens (Fri., 6 p.m.),Michael Golden (Sat., 11 a.m.), Mitch Gerards, Kevin Maguire, Barry Kitson, Chaz Truog and Doug Wheatley (Sat., 3 p.m.), Tom Cook (Sun., 12:30 p.m.) and more
  • Screening of the 1930 film classic The Bat Whispers, with live soundtrack by Chris Strouth and Paris1919 (Sat., 5:30 p.m.)
  • Evening parties on Friday (“Wizard World Creator Pro Am: Drink & Draw,” 8:30 p.m.) and Saturday (“Wizard World Official After Party,” 7 p.m.) (21+ only)
  • Costume contests for adults (Saturday, 7:15 p.m.) and kids (Sunday, 2:30 p.m.)
  • Sci-Fi Speed Dating (Fri., 5 p.m.; Sat., noon, 4 p.m..; Sun., 1 p.m.), 90-minute sessions
  • Wizard World Comic Con Film Festival, featuring selected shorts and music videos (Fri. 5-8 p.m., Sat.. 1-5:15 p.m., Sun., 1-4:30 p.m.)
  • Meet-and-greets with Jason David Frank (Sat., 10:30 a.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.) (paid events)
  • Kids Day (Sunday), with an array of kids and family activities designed just for the younger set, highlighted by the Green Ranger Power Hour with Frank (1:30 p.m.)

Unless noted, programming events take place in the designated General Programming Rooms at the Minneapolis Convention Center. VIP tickets or additional costs may apply to ensure access to select activities, as noted.

A full list of Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con programming is available at http://www.wizardworld.com/programming-minneapolis.html (subjects, guests, times and rooms subject to change).

Matt Smith, Karen Gillan To Attend Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con; Dual Photo Ops Sunday, May 4

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Matt Smith, who recently completed an acclaimed four-year run as the 11th incarnation of the Doctor in the landmark British television series Doctor Who, and Karen Gillan, who portrayed Amy Pond, will appear at the inaugural Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con. Gillan will attend on Saturday, May 3, and the morning of Sunday, May 4, while Smith is scheduled to appear on Sunday.

Both will greet fans, sign autographs, pose for photo ops and conduct separate interactive Q&As (Gillan on Saturday; Smith on Sunday). They will pose together with fans on Sunday morning. Times for Smih’s and Gillan’s signings, photo ops will be announced shortly.

Smith began his acting career on stage, appearing in various popular London theatrical performances before landing the coveted role in Doctor Who in 2010. He received a BAFTA Award nomination in 2011 and his final episode, on Christmas Day, was BBC America’s largest audience ever, attesting to both the popularity of the series in America and Smith’s success in the role.

The former model Gillan appeared in Series 5-7 of Doctor Who, beginning in 2010, as the new companion to the eleventh Doctor Matt Smith. The Inverness, Scotland, native has added numerous theater roles, starred in the film Not Another Happy Ending last year, is a regular on Adult Swim’s NTSF:SD:SUV and portrays the mercenary Nebula in the upcoming blockbuster Guardians of the Galaxy.

Doctor Who fandom is on full display at Wizard World shows. Fans of the series, which celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a highly-rated program that was simulcast by BBC America at Austin Comic Con, cosplay as numerous characters as well as the TARDIS, the space-time vehicle used in the show.

Other top stars scheduled to appear at Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con include Nathan Fillion,William Shatner, Robert Englund, Michael Rooker and Brighton Sharbino of The Walking Dead, Sean Astin, Adam Baldwin, Manu Bennett and many others. It is the sixth of 16 events in the 2014 series produced by Wizard World, Inc. and will also feature a top-drawer collection of well-known comics artists and writers and a variety of activities, exhibitors and special attractions.

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con show hours are Friday, May 2, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, May 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

 

Comics Creators At Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con May 2-4

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Eisner Award Hall of Famer Neal Adams, Mike Grell, Ethan Van Sciver and Bob Layton are at the head of a standout roster of comics creators scheduled to attend the inaugural Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con, May 2-4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Artist Alley will also be home to notable writers and artists such as Barry Kitson, Kevin Maguire, Doug Wheatley, James O’Barr, Michael Golden, Arthur Suydam, Greg Horn and more than 50 others.

In addition, the first 3,000 VIP attendees will receive an exclusive variant cover of Hulk #1, drawn by Grell. It is the latest in the 2014 series by Marvel Comics and Wizard World. The Black & White sketch version is limited to just 2,500 copies and will be available for sale at the Wizard World Store on the convention floor.

In addition to sketching and signing copies of their works, several of the top creators will conduct informative panels during the three days. Many have also produced exclusive prints distributed free to VIP attendees and available to all fans for purchase at their respective tables.

Nathan Fillion, William Shatner, Sean Astin, Adam Baldwin and Robert Englund are among the top celebrities scheduled to attend. Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con is the sixth of 16 events scheduled in the 2014 series produced by Wizard World, Inc. and will also feature a variety of activities, exhibitors and special attractions.

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con show hours are Friday, May 2, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, May 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hulk #1 Exclusive Variant Cover By Mike Grell For Minneapolis Comic Con

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Marvel Comics and Wizard World‘s latest edition of its 2014 series of exclusive variant covers of the best Marvel titles with the unveiling of Hulk #1, drawn by superstar artist Mike Grell. VIP attendees at Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con, May 2-4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, will receive a free copy of the limited-edition book at registration.

Grell is scheduled to be on site at the event to sign copies (autograph fees may apply). Leading professional comic grader CGC will also be on hand to accept books for grading and Signature Series.

The colored version of Hulk #1 will be limited to 3,000 copies and provided free at registration to all Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con VIP attendees, including any celebrity VIP packages. The Black & White sketch version is limited to just 2,500 copies and will be available for sale at the Wizard World Store on the convention floor. Quantities per purchase may be limited.

Grell’s Hulk #1 follows the first three entries, Miracleman #1 and Miracleman #2, both drawn by Eisner Award Hall of Famer Neal Adams for Wizard World Portland Comic Con (Jan. 24-26) and New Orleans Comic Con (Feb. 7-9), respectively, and Wolverine #1, illustrated by noted cover artist Greg Horn, for Wizard World Sacramento Comic Con (March 7-9). Artwork is also complete for upcoming Wizard World shows: Daredevil #1 by Michael Golden for Louisville Comic Con (March 28-30), Wolverine & The X-Men #1 by David Mack for St. Louis Comic Con (April 4-6) and Amazing Spider-Man #1 by John Tyler Christopher for Atlanta Comic Con (May 30-June 1).

Grell knows a thing or two about comics… he’s been in the industry for more than 40 years, writing and drawing iconic strips and characters from Superboy to Tarzan to Batman. Most famously, Grell brought his own interpretation to the Green Arrow series, writing and occasionally drawing a redesigned look for the hero.

Following the shocking events of last month’s Indestructible Hulk finale, Bruce Banner lies at death’s door! If he survives, it won’t be as the Bruce Banner we’ve known! How will the Hulk wreak vengeance on Banner’s assailant? How can he? The series is by writer Mark Waid and artist Mark Bagley.

Shatner, Englund, Bennett, Macchio Lead Inaugural Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con Celebrity Roster

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William Shatner, Sean Astin, Robert Englund, Manu Bennett, Ralph Macchio, Gilbert Gottfried and Dean Cain are among the celebrities scheduled to attend the inaugural Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con, May 2-4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It is the 6th of 16 events scheduled in the 2014 series produced by Wizard World, Inc. and will also feature a top-drawer collection of well-known comics artists and writers and a variety of activities, exhibitors and special attractions.

Shatner will appear on Friday and Saturday, May 2-3; Astin will attend on Saturday and Sunday; the others are scheduled for all three days.

Other notables scheduled at press time include Laurie Holden, Jon Bernthal and Michael Rooker of The Walking Dead, James Marsters, Jason David Frank, James Hong, Lou Ferrigno, Ian Ziering and the Boondock Saints duo of Sean Patrick Flanery and David Della Rocco.

Among the superstar comics creators scheduled to attend are Eisner Award Hall of Famer Neal Adams, Ethan Van Sciver, Mike Grell, Bob Layton, Barry Kitson and Kevin Maguire, with more talented writers and artists to be announced.

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con show hours are Friday, May 2, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, May 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place all three days at the event, with celebrity Q&A’s, the Wizard World Film Festival, comics-themed sessions, costume contest, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Sunday, May 4, is also Kids Day, with an array of activities and programming specially designed for the younger Wizard World fans.

Minneapolis Comic Con is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor, often stopping by the Show Stage, the ideal place to see and be seen.

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