NEW YORK, NY, May 17, 2012 (Press-News.org) Interactive Q&A sessions with top stars like Chris Hemsworth, Stan Lee, William Shatner and three other "Star Trek" captains, WWE Superstar CM Punk and more than a dozen others, movie screenings, evening parties, kids activities, comedy and costume contests are among the wide variety of programming offerings at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, May 31 - June 3 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Panels are scheduled for all four days, spanning the entire pop culture spectrum.
Highlight programming at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con includes:
· Individual celebrity Q&A's featuring Hemsworth, Lee, WWE Superstar CM Punk , Sam Witwer, Hayden Panettiere, Bruce Campbell, Jeri Ryan, Dean Cain and more
· Four "Star Trek" captains reunite as Shatner ("Captain Kirk"), Scott Bakula ("Captain Archer"), Avery Brooks ("Captain Sisko"), and Kate Mulgrew ("Captain Janeway") compare stories of their respective times at the command
· James Marsters and Juliet Landau, known to most of the geek world as "Spike" and "Drusilla" from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel," share the stage in an entertaining discussion of their Joss Whedon experiences and other roles
· The Boondock Saints trio of Sean Patrick Flanery, Norman Reedus and David Della Rocco rekindle memories of the popular 1999 cult movie and sequel 10 years later
· Screenings of the 2009 film The Loved Ones and last year's Lloyd the Conqueror
· Party with fellow Wizard World revelers at the Drink & Draw on Friday at the Convention Center and the GeekNation Launch party at The Field House (1150 Filbert St.)
· Love is in the air with Sci-Fi Speed Dating, for those looking to "Terminate" their single lives
· Kids Day on Sunday, with a full slate of activities specially designed for the youngsters
· Laugh out loud (but hide the kids from this one) when Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling brings his unique brand of comedy - forged by many years on "The Howard Stern Show" and "Jackie's Joke Hunt" on Sirius XM Radio
· It wouldn't be Wizard World Comic Con without cosplay and costume contests - adults on Saturday night, kids on Sunday
Unless noted, programming events take place in designated rooms at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Many are included as part of standard Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con admission; VIP tickets or additional costs may apply to ensure access to select activities. Seating for panels is strictly limited and available on a first come first serve basis and each room will be cleared between panels. Programming subject to change; attendees should check the schedule board on site for updates.
Programming at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con is available at http://www.wizardworld.com/programming-pa.html, and scheduled as follows:
Thursday 5/31
5-9 p.m.: Superhero Pub Crawl
7-8:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
Friday 6/1
Noon-12:45 p.m.: How To Fail In Comics: Big City Comics (Room A)
Chalk Talk With Mike Deodato Jr (Room B)
Noon-1:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
Noon-8 p.m.: Superhero Pub Crawl
1-1:45 p.m.: Batman And Psychology: A Dark And Stormy Knight (Room A)
James Hong (Room B)
2-2:45 p.m.: Funky Winkerbean's 40th Anniversary (Room A)
Dean Cain Q&A
2-3:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
3-3:45 p.m.: Vampire Lore And Other Urban Myths And Legends (Room A)
Star Wars Q&A (Room B)
4-4:45 p.m.: James Marsters And Juliet Landau Q&A (Room A)
Philadelphia Ghostbusters (Room B)
Knife Demonstration (Show Arena - Show Floor)
5-5:45 p.m.: Sam Trammell Q&A (Room A)
Sci-Fi Speed Dating (Room C)
Behind The Magic With Jeff Menges, Winona Nelson And Phil Foglio (Room B)
6-6:45 p.m.: Sam Witwer Q&A (Room B)
6-6:45 p.m.: Stan Lee Meet & Greet (Room C) * Paid Event
Cosplaying Costuming And Fan Films (Room A)
7-7:45 p.m.: Wizard World Cosplay Photo Shoot Meet Outside Of Room A
The Dos And Don'ts Of A Career In Comics (Room B)
7-9 p.m.: The Loved Ones Screening (Room A)
8-11 p.m.: Wizard World Drink & Draw (Room B)
Saturday 6/2
11-11:45 a.m.: Stan Lee Q&A (Theater Room)
Greg Capullo Workshop (Room A)
Torchwood Q&A (Room B)
Noon-12:45 p.m.: Hayden Panettiere Q&A (Room A)
Troma Entertainment (Room B)
Noon-1:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
1-1:45 p.m.: How To Create Comics - Breaking In With Dave Campiti (Room B)
Dualing Superheros (Show Arena - Show Floor)
1:15-1:45 p.m.: Chris Hemsworth Q&A (Theater Room)
2:00-2:45 p.m.: The Vampire Diaries Q&A (Room A)
Comic Con Costuming With The 501st (Room B)
Stan Lee Meet & Greet (Room C) *Paid Event
2-3:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
3-3:45 p.m.: Bruce Campbell Q&A (Room A)
Comics To Ca$H With Mile High Comics (Room B)
Knife Demonstration (Show Arena - Show Floor)
4-4:45 p.m.: Star Trek Captains Q&A (Theater Room)
Evil Dead Q&A (Room B)
4-5 p.m.: Cosplay Photoshoot Meet Outside Of Room A
5-5:45 p.m.: Breaking Into Comics: International Invasion (Room B)
Boondock Saints Q&A (Room A)
Sci-Fi Speed Dating (Room C)
5:30-6 p.m.: WWE Superstar Cm Punk Q&A (Room B)
6:30-9 p.m.: Wizard World Adult Costume Contest (Room A)
9:30-11 p.m.: Jackie "the Joke Man" Martling Comedy Show (Room B)
9 p.m.: Geeknation Launch Party Presented By Wizard World (Field House)
Sunday 6/3
10-10:45 a.m.: Georgia Ball Strawberry Shortcake Reading (Room A)
Shannon Elizabeth Q&A (Room B)
11-11:45 a.m.: Jeri Ryan Q&A (Room A)
Theater Group (Roomb)
Noon-12:45 p.m.: Buffyfest 20th Anniversary Q&A (Room A)
Red Rocket Farms (Room B)
Noon-1:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
1-1:45 p.m.: Quantum Leap Q&A (Room A)
Wizard World Kids Costume Contest (Room B)
2-2:45 p.m.: Melissa Joan Hart & Joey Lawrence Q&A (Room A)
Writing And Editing In Comics (Room B)
2-3:30 p.m.: Jedi Lightsaber Master Class (Show Arena - Show Floor)
3-3:45 p.m.: Spartacus And Legends Of The Seeker Q&A (Room A)
3-4 p.m.: Sci-Fi Speed Dating (Room C)
3-3:15 p.m.: Federation Fitness(Room B)
3:15-4 p.m.: Wrestling Panel (Room B)
Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, produced by Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD.PK), will bring together thousands of fans of all ages and dozens of celebrities and industry professionals 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.
For more on the event, including hours, celebrities, creators, vendors, VIP and photo opportunities, programming schedules, evening entertainment, autographs, sponsorship and volunteer information and more, visit http://www.wizardworld.com/home-pa.html.
About Wizard World:
Wizard World produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate graphic novels, comic books, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology, toys and social networking. The events often feature celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premieres, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests.
The full event schedule can be found at http://www.wizardworld.com.
***** SAVE THE 2012-13 DATES *****
May 31 - June 3 - Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con
August 9-12 - Wizard World Chicago Comic Con
September 29-30 - Wizard World Ohio Comic Con
October 26-28 - Wizard World Austin Comic Con
November 30 - December 2 - Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con
TBD 2013 - Wizard World Toronto Comic Con
Chris Hemsworth, Stan Lee, 'Star Trek' Captains Q&A's, Screenings, Comedy, Evening Parties To Highlight Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con Programming
A jam-packed schedule of programming at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con includes Q&As with Chris Hemsworth, Stan Lee, four 'Star Trek' Captains, screenings and more, May 31 - June 3 at Pennsylvania Convention Center.
2012-05-17
ELSE PRESS RELEASES FROM THIS DATE:
Century Cruises Announces Partnership With Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
2012-05-17
Century Cruises, a leading Yangtze River cruise line, has announced the signing of a contract with Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection. The world's only authentic boutique cruise line , Uniworld is recognized among the "World's Best River Cruises" by Travel + Leisure. The company was also voted the"#1 River Cruise Line in the World" in Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards, and was named to Conde Nast Traveler's prestigious Gold List and their Platinum Circle for having made the list consistently for the past five years.
Uniworld offers ...
Support Local art at Tampa Bay's 6th Art on the Water Event
2012-05-17
Jackson's Bar & Bistro will host Tampa Bay's 6th 'Art on the Water' event this Sunday, May 20th from 11am to 6pm. The event was originally scheduled for April, but was canceled due to rain. This Sunday, 'Art on the Water' will take place at its new location on Harbour Island's water-walk next to Jackson's, and will feature more than 80 local artists, live music and several businesses supporting local art.
"This event continues to grow and gain popularity with each and every event", said Mike Piper, President of Pied Piper Productions. "It's a terrific ...
McClellan Davis Reports Principal Dan Davis to be Featured Speaker on Sales and Use Tax in California at Upcoming Lorman Continuing Education Seminar in Stockton, CA.
2012-05-17
Dan Davis, a principal of McClellan Davis, LLC, will be a featured speaker at a seminar for accounting professionals on June 6, 2012 in Stockton, California. The seminar, entitled Sales and Tax Use in California, is presented by Lorman Education Services, a company providing continuing education credit to accounting professionals and expert state and local tax strategies for business entities.
Davis will be addressing two in-depth topics: California Settlements and Offers in Compromise, and Selling to Out-of-State Customers. Along with fellow faculty members Thomas ...
The Comedy Spot Comedy Club Offers Stand-Up Comedy Classes (Scottsdale, Arizona)
2012-05-17
So you've watched Last Comic Standing or Comedy Central and thought, "I can do that." Well, get off your can and get in class! Every
comedian starts somewhere - you can start TODAY!
Early registration is open and class space is limited. All classes run EVERY Sunday and continue each month - on-going Comedy Classes:
12 Noon - 3:30 PM+
Cost is $100 per month (4 weeks) pay in person OR pay on-line (below)
Start/join anytime
About the Instructor
Dee Ann Kinkade has been teaching Stand-Up Comedy at the Comedy Spot Comedy Club for 7 years now. She ...
Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity Expert Bruce W. McConnell Speaks at ISSA-LA 4th Annual Info Security Summit on Cybercrime
2012-05-17
Bruce W. McConnell, Senior Counselor for Cybersecurity at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, will be a featured speaker at the Los Angeles Chapter of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA-LA) Fourth Annual Information Security Summit on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at Hilton Universal City Hotel in Los Angeles. The theme of the one-day Summit is The Growing Cyber Threat: Protect Your Business, which includes the business of operating nonprofits.
"We are honored to have a distinguished representative from the Department of Homeland Security such as ...
improveit! 360 Launches New Website to Showcase the Powerful, All-in-One Business Management Tool for Home Improvement Companies
2012-05-17
improveit! 360, the leading business management application designed for remodelers and home service pros to grow their businesses, has launched its new website for the very smallest to the biggest of home improvement companies who need more control of their hectic and competitive environments. The dramatically redesigned site embodies the company's forward-thinking vision and commitment to the growing needs of its customers.
"In an effort to make joining the improveit! 360 family an easier and more rewarding experience, we are thrilled to re-launch with a brand ...
QC Software's Guide to Managing a Successful Receiving Operation in the Warehouse
2012-05-17
For the warehouse or distribution center, fast and accurate processing of inbound inventory is the first step in achieving efficient order fulfillment. Without the right amount of inventory on hand and in the proper place, the volume of back orders and the cost per order can quickly skyrocket.
"The warehouse should be optimized for efficiency. You need an effective layout to avoid congestion, dynamic slotting to enhance put-away, and automation to simplify the process. In addition, make sure your vendors and work force comply with company policies and procedures," ...
Author Laura Doyle and Heart's Desire International Announce the Lifelong Romance Retreat
2012-05-17
Heart's Desire International (www.heartsdesireintl.com) is proud to announce the Lifelong Romance Retreat for women only with New York Times best-selling author Laura Doyle from June 22-24 at the Gallery One - A Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel located at 2670 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Friday (6 p.m. -9 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m.-.5 p.m.), Sunday (9:30 a.m. - Noon). The Lifelong Romance Retreat is not like any relationship counseling, communications seminar or marriage improvement course out there, focusing on the skills to create a lifelong and ...
Boulder Creek Golf Course in Langdon Offers Toonie Tuesday Golf Promotion
2012-05-17
Windmill Golf Group Managing Partner Barry Ehlert announced today that Boulder Creek Golf Course has been featured in the Calgary Herald.
"We are always appreciative and excited to have local media cover our golf courses," commented Ehlert. "We try and provide a casual experience for our golfers at Boulder Creek, and with our Toonie Tuesday promotion we have seen an increase in new golfers and members. With this, our golfers get to experience everything that is Boulder Creek, the casual atmosphere, a great golf course, and all at a very affordable rates," ...
Entrepreneurs Head to Boulder for Online Strategy Summit 2012
2012-05-17
The inaugural Online Strategy Summit 2012 will take place June 10 at the Millennium Harvest House Hotel in Boulder. Entrepreneurs from all over the Rocky Mountain region will gather for a day of strategic skill building that will help them grow their businesses and retain customers online.
"The Internet has created an unparalleled opportunity for entrepreneurs," said Dush Ramachandran, co-founder of the Online Strategy Summit. " Today, having an online business strategy is as vital to a business as a bank account - you simply can't do without it. Online ...
LAST 30 PRESS RELEASES:
Light-activated ink developed to remotely control cardiac tissue to repair the heart
EMBARGOED: Dana-Farber investigators pinpoint keys to cell therapy response for leukemia
Surgeon preference factors into survival outcomes analyses for multi- and single-arterial bypass grafting
Study points to South America – not Mexico – as birthplace of Irish potato famine pathogen
VR subway experiment highlights role of sound in disrupting balance for people with inner ear disorder
Evolution without sex: How mites have survived for millions of years
U. of I. team develops weight loss app that tracks fiber, protein content in meals
Progress and challenges in brain implants
City-level sugar-sweetened beverage taxes and changes in adult BMI
Duration in immigration detention and health harms
COVID-19 pandemic and racial and ethnic disparities in long-term nursing home stay or death following hospital discharge
Specific types of liver immune cells are required to deal with injury
How human activity has shaped Brazil Nut forests’ past and future
Doctors test a new way to help people quit fentanyl
Long read sequencing reveals more genetic information while cutting time and cost of rare disease diagnoses
AAAS and ASU launch mission-driven collaborative to strengthen scientific enterprise
Medicaid-insured heart transplant patients face higher risk of post-transplant complications
Revolutionizing ammonia synthesis: New iron-based catalyst surpasses century-old benchmark
A groundbreaking approach: Researchers at The University of Texas at San Antonio chart the future of neuromorphic computing
Long COVID, Italian scientists discovered the molecular ‘fingerprint’ of the condition in children's blood
Battery-powered electric vehicles now match petrol and diesel counterparts for longevity
MIT method enables protein labeling of tens of millions of densely packed cells in organ-scale tissues
Calculating error-free more easily with two codes
Dissolving clusters of cancer cells to prevent metastases
A therapeutic HPV vaccine could eliminate precancerous cervical lesions
Myth busted: Healthy habits take longer than 21 days to set in
Development of next-generation one-component epoxy with high-temperature stability and flame retardancy
Scaling up neuromorphic computing for more efficient and effective AI everywhere and anytime
Make it worth Weyl: engineering the first semimetallic Weyl quantum crystal
Exercise improves brain function, possibly reducing dementia risk
[Press-News.org] Chris Hemsworth, Stan Lee, 'Star Trek' Captains Q&A's, Screenings, Comedy, Evening Parties To Highlight Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con ProgrammingA jam-packed schedule of programming at Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con includes Q&As with Chris Hemsworth, Stan Lee, four 'Star Trek' Captains, screenings and more, May 31 - June 3 at Pennsylvania Convention Center.