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Starting July 23rd San Diego is going to be overrun with fanboys, fangirls, geeks, uber-geeks and just about every type of person you can find! COMIC CON 2008 is COMING!
{sidebar id=1}The schedule for FRIDAY has just been released! Check it out below! Highlights include Clone Wars, Watchmen and more!
Friday, July 25Last changed: Sat, Jul 12, 10:25pm
10:00-11:00 VIZ Medias Shonen Jump Panel Not only does 2008 mark the 5th anniversary of the magazine, but it is also the
40th anniversary of Japan's largest manga magazine, Weekly Shonen
Jumpthe source of some of the world's most popular manga. These double
milestones mean loads of events and announcements, some exclusive to San Diego
Comic-Con! Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet the editors and find out
what they've got up their sleeves for 2009. Room 2
Categories: Anime &
Manga
10:00-11:00 DC Talent Search 2 Learn what DC
Comics looks for in artists and how to improve your chances of becoming a
working professional! Panelists will discuss the different needs of the DC
Universe, Vertigo, WildStorm, MAD magazine, Minx, and Zuda. This
extremely informative orientation session will explain how DC's Talent Search
works and provide numerous tips and tricks on how to improve your work and
explore opportunities. In order to have your work reviewed, attendance at this
orientation session is mandatory. (Please note: Not all attendees are
guaranteed a one-on-one review.) Room 4
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Seminars &
Workshops
10:00-11:00 Marvel: Your Universe Become an
integral member of the Marvel Creative Committee as Kevin Feige (president, Marvel Studios), Dan Buckley (president, publishing), Joe Quesada (editor-in-chief, publishing), and Craig Kyle (senior
VP, creative development, Marvel Animation) sit down with you and get your
thoughts on all things Marvel. Theyll reveal whats on the horizon with Marvel
Studios, Publishing, and Animation and ask for your feedback and insights on
what Marvel has done and is planning to do. From the day that The House of Ideas
was built, Marvel has been your universe and now more than ever theyd like to
hear what you have to say about everything from Marvel cinematic continuity to
the upcoming slate of new animated television series in 2009 to the Skrull
infiltration of our world. Room 6A
Categories: Animation | Comic Books | Movies | Television
10:00-11:00 Batman: Brave & Bold See an
exclusive first look at the latest take on the Dark Knight, which premieres this
fall on Cartoon Network. Producers Sam Register (Teen Titans) and James Tucker (Justice League Unlimited) discuss the show, along
with writer Michael Jelenic (The Batman), director Brandon
Vietti (Superman Doomsday), voice director Andrea Romano (Superman Doomsday), and the new voice of Batman, Diedrich Bader (Surfs Up), followed by a Q&A session. Room 6B
Categories: Animation | Comic Books | Superheroes | Television
 10:00-10:50 Star Wars: Designing the Clone Wars Universe Meet the original in-house team that designed the unique look of
the Clone Wars series. They will discuss how they worked with supervising
director Dave Filoni to come up with the graphic, painterly style of imagery
that gives Clone Wars its distinct look. Drawing on the last three years
of production, they will share how the characters and environments have evolved
using much of the rich classic Star Wars imagery as reference for
designing the show's overall look. Moderated by Lucasfilm's Steve
Sansweet. Room 7AB
Categories: Animation | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
10:00-11:00 TheOneRing.net: The Hobbit Middle Earth returns with the announcement that The Hobbit will be
developed into a feature film directed by Guillermo del Toro and produced by
Peter Jackson. The world's largest Tolkien community, TheOneRing.net, takes you
behind the scenes of the latest news, announcements, and rumors pertaining to
the production of the new film. Chris Pirrotta (TheOneRing.net), Larry
Curtis (TheOneRing.net), Cliff Broadway (TheOneRing.net), Kristin
Thompson (The Frodo Franchise), and possible special guests present this
early look at making The Hobbit happen! Room 32AB
Categories: Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
10:15-11:15 The Big Bang Theory Screening and
Q&A Positive proof that physics is funny, The Big Bang Theory makes its Comic-Con debut with a screening of the Nerdvana Annihilation
episode and a Q&A with the shows creators and stars. Come talk with
executive producers Chuck Lorre (Two and a Half Men) and Bill
Prady (Dharma & Greg), as well as series stars Johnny
Galecki (Roseanne), Jim Parsons (Garden State), Kaley Cuoco (Charmed), Simon Helberg (Walk Hard: The
Dewey Cox Story) and Kunal Nayyar (NCIS). Adam Savage (MythBusters) will moderate the session. From Chuck Lorre Productions,
Inc. in association with Warner Bros. Television, The Big Bang Theory returns for a second season on September 22 and airs Mondays at 8:00 PM<
ET/PT on the CBS Television Network. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Humor & Satire | Science Fiction
& Fantasy | Television
 10:30-11:30 Spotlight on Max Brooks America's favorite zombie
expert is a Comic-Con special guest for the first time! Author Max Brooks, whose groundbreaking work in the
walking dead genre could possibly save your life some day (see his The Zombie
Survival Guide), talks about his work and what's up next for him. Room 5AB
Categories: Animation | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Horror and
Suspense | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television | Writers &
Writing
10:30-11:30 10 Years of DC Direct Celebrate DC
Direct's tenth anniversary with the creative minds behind your favorite action
figures, statues, and busts! Panelists including VPdesign/DC Direct creative Georg Brewer, DC Direct design director Jim Fletcher, a sculptor Jim Shoop and others discuss the first ten
years of DC Direct and take a look into the future with the DCU, Watchmen movie, and World of Warcraft. Room 810:30-11:30 One on One with
Terry MooreThe creator of Strangers in Paradise talks about his
popular new series Echo and writing the new launches of Runaways and Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane for Marvel. Q & A to follow. Room 8
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
10:30-11:30 One on One with Terry Moore The
creator of Strangers in Paradise talks about his popular new series Echo and writing the new launches of Runaways and Spider-Man
Loves Mary Jane for Marvel. Q & A to follow. Room 10
Categories: Comic Books | Writers &
Writing
10:30-11:30 Comics Arts Conference Session #5: Focus on
Mark Buckingham Comics historian Alex Boney (Ohio State University)
conducts a wide-ranging discussion of the comic book medium with artist Mark
Buckingham (Miracleman, Fables, Peter Parker: Spider-Man). Room 30AB
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Arts
Conference | Comic Books
10:30-12:00 Comic Book Law School 202: Why Cant We All
Just Get Along? Noted attorney Michael Lovitz, author of the
acclaimed The Trademark and Copyright Book comic book, deals with more
advanced issues facing authors, artists, and designers, particularly once
they've "broken through" and have started publishing and selling (and maybe
merchandising too). Creators aren't the only ones facing potential problems and
issuespublishers, distributors, retailers, and even the ultimate consumers can
find themselves facing legal issues they never expected. Infringements,
knockoffs, lawsuits, cybersquatters, blogs, and parodies are just a few of the
potential problems that may arise once creative works come to market. This
session explores how copyright and trademark rights are enforced, how one's
legal muscles may be flexed, and what to do when finding yourself in a legal
mine field. Plus discussion about significant recent legislation and legal
decisions that are likely to affect the field of popular culture and how these
issues play an important role in your creative and business plans. Note: The
Comic Book Law School seminars are designed to provide relevant information and
practice tips to practicing attorneys, as well as practical tips to creators and
other professionals who may wish to attend. [This program is approved for one
credit of California MCLE.] Room 30CDE
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Comics Law School | Seminars &
Workshops | Writers &
Writing
10:45-11:45 Stargate Continuum Following on
the heels of the hit DVD release Ark of Truth, the next full-length
feature will be released Tuesday, July 29, with principal cast members returning
for the biggest adventure of them all! This panel features Brad Wright (series co-creator and Continuum developer, executive producer and
writer), Martin Wood (director), and (subject to availability) stars Richard Dean Anderson (General Jack O'Neill), Amanda Tapping (Lt.
Colonel Samantha Carter), Ben Browder (Lt. Colonel Cameron
Mitchell), Michael Shanks (Dr. Daniel Jackson), and Christopher
Judge (Teal'c). Ballroom 20
Categories: Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
10:50-11:35 Star Wars: The Clone Wars 3D Modeling What gives The Clone Wars series its live action cinematic sensibility?
The process is called 3D Story at Lucasfilm Animation. Learn how this innovative
team of panelists worked together to redefine traditional storyboarding so that
the majority of storytelling is now done in the computer. This panel will give
you firsthand insights into the challenges the crew faced as they embarked on
defining this new process, both technically and creatively, while training
traditional and CG artists to combine skill sets and create a new process for
television animation. Moderated by Catherine Winder, producer, The
Clone Wars. Room 7AB
Categories: Animation | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
 11:00-12:00 Print The Legend: Mike Grell and Mark Ryan Comic-Con
special guest Mike Grell (Legion of
Superheroes, The Warlord, Green Arrow: the Longbow Hunters, Jon Sable,
Freelance) and actor-writer Mark Ryan (Robin of Sherwood, The
Prestige, King Arthur, voice of Bumblebee in Transformers), swap
outrageous yarns and discuss the secret world behind their new Comicmix.com
project The Pilgrim with editor Mike Gold. Join Mike, Mark and
Mike for a bit of insanity and Q&A session. Room 2
Categories: Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic
Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Webcomics | Writers &
Writing
11:00-12:00 Image Comics Studio Space Howard Chaykin, Tommy Lee Edwards, and Bryan Talbot discuss Image's hit Studio Space book, moderated
by the book's editor and co-writer Joel Meadows. Room 3
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
11:00-12:00 LEGO and BrickJournal: Brave New
World See what grown-ups and "big kids" are doing with LEGO today and what
fuels them to never put the brick down! With notable guests including Joe
Meno, editor and creator of BrickJournal, the magazine for adult fans
of LEGO; expert builders Bryce McGlone and Brandon Griffith; and
female builder Jessi Pastor. This panel showcases amazing examples of how
they put their LEGO building talents to use! Dust off those old bricks in your
basement and join the brave new world of LEGO builders! Room 4
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Fandom
11:00-12:00 Masquerade 101 Want to learn more
about convention costume contests? Thinking about taking your creations onto the
stage? Looking for ideas to enhance your presentations? Curious what goes on
behind the scenes? Comic-Con Masquerade director Martin Jaquish,
award-winning fan costumer and professional prop maker Andrea Davis, and
Masquerade assistant John Ruff offer an overview of on-stage costume
competitions and present tips for getting the most out of your costuming
experience. Room 32AB
Categories: Costuming | Fandom | Seminars &
Workshops
11:15-12:15 Powerpuff Girls 10th Anniversary and Fosters Home for Imaginary Friends Believe it or not, it has been
10 whole years since the Powerpuff Girls flew out of Professor Utoniums
lab and into our hearts. Along the way Blossom, Buttercup, and Bubbles have
kicked the butt of every major villain in Townsville. Celebrate their 10th
Anniversary with show creator Craig McCracken and the voices of the
Powerpuff GirlsCathy Cavadini, Tara Strong, and Elizabeth Daily.
They will answer all of your questions and accept all of your praise! And Craig
will also be talking about his other Cartoon Network hit, Fosters Home for
Imaginary Friends, along with co-creator Lauren Faust and voice
talent Keith Ferguson (Bloo) and Tom Kenny (Mayor, Eduardo). Room 6A
Categories: Animation | Kids | Television
11:15-12:15 Worlds Collide: The Making of Midway's Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe Ed Boon (Mortal Kombat)
and Jimmy Palmiotti (Painkiller Jane) discuss how two
billion-dollar entertainment franchises collide as Mortal Kombat warriors
battle DC superheroes for the first time in this highly anticipated video game.
Ed and Jimmy provide an exclusive look at never-before-seen gameplay, unveil key
characters on the game's roster, and answer your questions. Room 6B
Categories: Comic Books | Gaming | Superheroes
11:30-12:30 Hey Kids, the First One's in the
Library Children's authors discuss the joys of writing for that audience
and ways to captivate their young readers. Panelists include Frank Beddor (The Looking Glass Wars), Martin Baynton (Jane and the Dragon), PJ Haarsma (The
Softwire), D.J. MacHale (Pendragon: Raven Rise), Rebecca
Moesta (Crystal Doors), James Owen (Here, There Be
Dragons), and Michael Reisman (Simon Bloom, the Gravity
Keeper). Moderated by Maryelizabeth Hart of Mysterious Galaxy. Room 5AB
Categories: Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Horror and
Suspense | Kids | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
11:30-12:30 Marvel Cup o Joe Meet the EEK
himself, Joe Quesada, and surprise guests as they unveil whats in store
for all your favorite Marvel characters and creators, make some surprising
announcements, and take on any and all questions! As always, this is the one
no-holds barred panel that everyones gonna be talking about and the one panel
you dont want to miss! Room 6CDEF
Categories: Comic Books
11:30-12:30 Mattel and DC Comics: A Heroic
Partnership You've been a fan of Mattel's popular DC toy lines, now find
out the latest news, sneak peaks, and behind-the-scenes scoop on your favorite
Mattel/DC action figures, including DC Universe Classics, Justice League
Unlimited, The Dark Knight, and Infinite Heroes,plus exciting new
lines like Batman Brave and the Boldas well as the world premiere of new
action figures. Be on hand as representatives from Mattel, DC Comics, and Warner
Bros. Entertainment offer an insightful Q&A. Brought to you by
Mattycollector.com. Room 8
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Comic Books | Superheroes
 11:30-12:30 Spotlight on Jim Starlin The most cosmic comics
creator of them all is a Comic-Con special guest. In Jim Starlin's 30+ years in comics he's
produced some of the great cosmic sagasCaptain Marvel, Warlock,
Dreadstarand shown a penchant for deathThe New Gods, Robin,
and...well, Captain Marvel and Warlock! Starlin talks about his career and
what's coming up for this talented writer and artist. Room 10
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Writers &
Writing
11:30-12:30 Comics Arts Conference Session #6: Comics
Studies: Developing Canon and Theory Douglas Wolk (Reading
Comics) explores how the emerging field of comics studies can avoid the
mistakes the study of literature and film made in the past century. Diana
Green (Minneapolis College of Art & Design) puts Scott McCloud's
theories about the comics form to the test by applying them in an examination of
McCloud's own creative works (Zot, New Superman Adventures, etc.). Room 30AB
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Arts
Conference | Comic Books
11:35-12:35 Industrial Light & Magic and The
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Academy awardwinning visual effects house
Industrial Light & Magic takes you behind the scenes of their work for the
latest installment in the Indiana Jones series. Youll get a firsthand
look at how the effects were created and see what was involved in bringing
Indys world to the big screen. Room 7AB
Categories: Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
11:45-12:15 Stargate MMO After nearly 15
years on the air, the Stargate franchise is launching its first-ever
multilevel online game, with all the elementsand more!fans expect from the Stargate family. The key creative team from Cheyenne Mountain
Entertainment and FireSky Studios present a compelling sneak-peek and answer
questions. Panelists include Brad Wright (Stargate series
co-creator, executive producer and writer) plus Dan Elggren (FireSky
Studio head), Chris Klug (creative director), Howard Lyon (art
director), and Demetrius Comes (director of technology). Ballroom 20
Categories: Gaming | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
11:55-1:00 Warner Bros.: Watchmen A
complex, multi-layered mystery adventure, Watchmen is set in an alternate
1985 America in which costumed superheroes are part of the fabric of everyday
society, and the "Doomsday Clock" which charts the USA's tension with the
Soviet Unionis permanently set at five minutes to midnight. When one of his
former colleagues is murdered, the washed-up - but no less determined - masked
vigilante Rorschach sets out to uncover a plot to kill and discredit all past
and present superheroes. As he reconnects with his former crime-fighting
legiona ragtag group of retired superheroes, only one of whom has true powers
- Rorschach glimpses a wide-ranging and disturbing conspiracy with links to
their shared past and catastrophic consequences for the future. Their mission is
to watch over humanity...but who watches the Watchmen? Guest appearances
TBA. Hall H
Categories: Comic Books | Movies | Superheroes
12:00-1:00 ABC Family: Samurai Girl Based
on a series of popular young adult novels, Samurai Girl tells the story
of a 19-year-old Japanese girl named Heaven, who discovers that the wealthy
businessman who adopted her as an infant is really the head of the Yakuza (the
Japanese mafia) and may have had her beloved brother brutally murdered. She
breaks from her family, begins training to become a samurai, and with the help
of a group of new American friends sets out to take down her father's evil
empire. The panel includes Jamie Chung (Real World), Brendan
Fehr (Roswell), and Stacy Keibler (WWE)along with
executive producers Andre NemecJosh Applebaum,and Luke
McMullen (all from Alias). Samurai Girl will air as a special
event premiering with six hours over three nights, on September 5, 6, and 7. Room 2
Categories: Anime & Manga | Television
12:00-1:00 50 Years of Gay Legion of
Super-Heroes Fandom The fiftieth anniversary of the Legion of
Super-Heroes gives the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) fans a
reason to celebrate. Join Prism Comics president Roger Klorese, Interlac
APA central mailer and HIV + ME cartoonist Chris Companik, and a
"legion" of pros and fans in a freewheeling discussion to find out, among other
things, which male Legionnaire coveted the name "Light Lass," how Matter Eater
Lad consumed whole planets without gaining an ounce, and why removing the pink
from Cosmic Boy's costume made him look somehow...gayer. And, what's up with
Element Lad? Room 3
Categories: Comic Books | Fandom | Superheroes
12:00-1:00 Prince of Persia Jordan
Mechner, the creator of the Prince of Persia video game and graphic
novel and screenwriter on the upcoming movie, discusses the global phenomenon
that is Prince of Persia, tying together the comics and the video game
industry. Room 4
Categories: Comic Books | Gaming | Movies
12:00-2:00 Steve Rude Painting Workshop Comic book
artist Steve Rude (Nexus, The Moth, Worlds Finest) demonstrates
his classical approach to portrait painting with writer and Nexus editor Anina Bennett. This two-hour panel will help you simplify this often
difficult and misunderstood procedure, with Rude answering all your questions
and explaining the process along the way. Room 30CDE
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Seminars &
Workshops
12:00-1:00 Costume Illustrators, Production
Illustrators, and Concept and Storyboard Artists The making of a film or
television show is a collaborative process. Costume illustrators and concept and
storyboard artists, brought onto productions to develop images under the
guidance of the designers, serve a key position in the web of communication that
is essential to filmmaking. This panel offers a glimpse into the fundamental
importance of illustration as well as the seamless creativity between the key
conceptual departments on favorite feature films and television productions.
Moderator William David Hogan, director and storyboard artist (Into
the Blue 2, Whiteout) will host costume illustrators from CDG, Local 892,
including Oksana Nedavniaya (Narnia: Prince Caspian, Twilight), Phillip Boutte, Jr. (Star Trek 2009, Terminator Salvation), Felipe Sanchez (Speed Racer, Wolverine), and Christian
Cordella (G.I. Joe, The Mummy 3), alongside illustrators and artists
from Local 790: Ricardo Delgado (Age of Reptiles comics, Eagle
Eye), Jeff Errico (Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, Crank), Tim Burgard (The Incredible Hulk, Wolverine), Mark Moretti (Valkyrie, The Day the Earth Stood Still), and Trevor Goring (The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, Watchmen). Room 32AB
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Costuming | Movies | Television
12:15-1:15 Stargate Atlantis With new
allies and new challenges, Stargate Atlantis is making big waves in its
action-packed fifth season. Be on hand for this exclusive panel discussion with
the cast and creators of SCI FI's hit series. Panelists include cast members Joe Flanigan, Robert Picardo, and Jewel Staite, co-creator
and executive producer Brad Wright, and , Chris Sanagustin, VP
original programming SCI FI. Moderated by Martin Gero, executive
producer. Ballroom 20
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
12:25-1:15 Star Wars: The Clone Wars: New Books Based
on the Movie and TV Series The Star Wars Saga continues with a wide
variety of tie-in books for the groundbreaking new series, Star Wars: The
Clone Wars, including novels, nonfiction, comics, and children's books.
Please join Carol Roeder and Frank Parisi from Lucas Books, along
with Karen Traviss (author of The Clone Wars novel from Del Rey), Henry Gilroy (author of The Clone Wars comic from Dark Horse), Jason Fry (author of The Clone Wars Visual Guide from DK
Publishing), and Erin Dempsey (marketing director, Penguin Young Readers)
for questions and answersand a sneak peak at these must-have books! Moderated
by Lucasfilm's Pablo Hidalgo. Room 7AB
Categories: Fandom | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
12:30-1:30 The Art of Adapting Comics to the
Screen The cinematic renaissance of comic book-based films continues, and
here's your chance to learn what it takes to adapt these dream projects to the
screen! Creative Screenwriting magazine's senior editor Jeff
Goldsmith hosts an amazing panel of Stan Lee (co-creator of Iron
Man), Zak Penn (screenwriter, The Incredible Hulk), Mark
Fergus (co-screenwriter, Iron Man), and Gregory Noveck (senior
VPcreative affairs, DC Comics). Room 5AB
Categories: Comic Books | Movies | Writers &
Writing
12:30-1:15 Spaced Actor/creator Jessica
Hynes (Shaun of the Dead), actor/creator Simon Pegg (Shaun
of the Dead), and director Edgar Wright (Hot Fuzz) recall Spaced, the clever and edgy comedy series that started it all for the
award-winning team behind Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Plus:
Q&A session. (Look for the Spaced screening tonight in the same room
at 10:15PM!) Room 6A
Categories: Fandom | Humor & Satire | Movies | Television
 12:30-1:30 Spotlight on Jim Lee: The
Art of DC Universe Online (DCUO) Jim
Lee (All Star Batman and Robin, The Boy Wonder, Batman: Hush,
Superman: For Tomorrow) and Carlos D'Anda (Brass, WildC.A.T.S,
Bionicle, The Outsiders, JLA: Classified, Deathblow) of WildStorm
Productions fame join with Chris Cao, Jared Carr and Jason
Smith of Sony Online Entertainment's DC Universe Online game
development team to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities faced in
adapting the rich comic book art of the DC Universe to a 3D game world and
delivering the same emotional impact online as the brand evokes in its other
mediums; moderated by Mat Broome (Batman: No Man's Land,
WildC.A.T.S) Room 6B
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Gaming
12:30-1:30 Spectacular Spider-Man Spend
some time with the cast and creators of the renowned webslinger's newest
animated adventures, The Spectacular Spider-Man, a Culver Entertainment
Production. Ask your burning questions about the first 13 episodes of Season 1,
learn about what's in store for the next 13 and catch an exclusive sneak peek at
Season 2! Michael Vogel from Sony Pictures Television Animation moderates
a panel that includes supervising producer Greg Weisman (Gargoyles); supervising producer/supervising director Vic Cook (Hellboy: Blood and Iron);character designer Sean "Cheeks"
Galloway (Hellboy animated films); voice director Jamie
Thomason (2007's TMNT, Spirited Away);the voice of Spider-Man, Josh Keaton (The Young & The Restless); the voice of Mary Jane
Watson, Vanessa Marshall (Star Wars: Jedi Knights II); the voice
of Eddie Brock and Venom,Ben Diskin (Codename: Kids Next Door),
and the voice of Adrian Toomes and Vulture, Robert Englund (A
Nightmare on Elm Street). Room 6CDEF
Categories: Animation | Comic Books | Superheroes | Television
12:30-2:00 That 70s (Comics) Panel It started
with Nixon and ended with Carter, but in between the 1970s showcased an
incredible influx of new comics talent unheard of since the beginning of the
industry in the 1930s. Moderator Mark
Evanier (who worked with Jack "King" Kirby on DCs "Fourth World" books in
the 70s) hosts Comic-Con special guests Mike W.
Barr (Camelot 3000, Batman), Howard Chaykin (American Flagg!), Mike Grell (Warlord, Green Arrow), Paul Gulacy (Master of Kung Fu,
Sabre), Jim Starlin (Dreadstar,
Captain Marvel), Joe Staton (Green
Lantern, E-Man), Len Wein (Fantastic
Four, Incredible Hulk), and Bernie
Wrightson (Swamp Thing, Frankenstein). Wow! Thats almost one
panelist for each year in the decade! Room 8
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
 12:30-1:30 Spotlight on Connie Willis Time travel, hula hoops,
flying saucers, church choirs, and other proofs of Chaos Theory in action!
Multiple Nebula and Hugo Awardwinning science fiction author and Comic-Con
special guest Connie Willis (Doomsday
Book, To Say Nothing of the Dog) reveals the outer reaches and inner secrets
of writing science fiction. Room 10
Categories: Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
Sat, Jul 12, 10:21PM 12:30-2:00 Comics Arts
Conference Session #7: Visual Language Neil Cohn (Tufts University)
explores the visual language underlying the "manga style," how it works and how
it differs from the visual languages in comics developed in other cultures. Robert O'Nale Jr. (Henderson State University) uses David Mack's Kabuki to illustrate how gestalt can be an important avenue for analyzing
design and meaning in comics. Alec Hosterman (Indiana University South
Bend) demonstrates the dominance of hyperreality in comic art and explains how
it can be utilized for further study of the art form. Room 30AB
Categories: Anime & Manga | Comic Arts
Conference | Comic Books
1:00-2:00 Introducing Resident Evil:
Degeneration Producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi (Devil May Cry
4, Resident Evil 4) and director Makoto Kamiya (special
effects director, L: Change the World, Godzilla, Mothra and King
Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack) introduce the full-length
CG-animated motion picture based on the popular Capcom video game franchise.
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment invites you to be the first to see the film's
revealing new trailer and take part in a Q&A session with the filmmakers. Room 2
Categories: Gaming | Horror and
Suspense | Movies
1:00-2:00 Looking at Our World: Eye on the Present Authors discuss how they use the supernatural in stories of contemporary
society. Panelists include Kelley Armstrong (Women of the
Otherworld), L. A. Banks (The Vampire Huntress Legend Series), Kate Brallier (The Boundless Deep), Marjorie M. Liu (The
Iron Hunt), C. E. Murphy (The Negotiator Trilogy), Justine
Musk (Lord of Bones), Lilith Saintcrow (The Dante Valentine
Series), and moderator Samantha Sommersby (Forbidden: The
Revolution). Room 3
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
 1:00-2:00 Spotlight on Victor Gorelick One of the most
prolific editors in comics, Victor
Gorelick has entertained readers since 1958. Victor started as an art
assistant at Archie Comics, since then he has served as production manager, art
director, and managing editor before being named editor-in-chief. On hand to
provide a retrospective of Victor's career are Fred Mausser, Archie
Comics, VP sales; Mike Pellerito, Archie Comics managing editor; Betty
& Veronica writer/artist Dan Parent; "Archie Freshman Year"
writer Batton Lash; Jughead writer Craig Boldman; and
Archie inker Rich Koslowski. The moderator is Finger Awardwinning Archie writer George
Gladir. Room 4
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
1:00-2:00 Production Designers For the second
consecutive year, Comic-Con attendees will have the opportunity to interact with
a lineup of master production designersthe artists responsible for creating the
looks of today's most celebrated sci-fi/fantasy films and television. Organized
by the Art Directors Guild, IATSE Local 800, these production designers will
show clips, answer questions, and share their methods for creating imaginary
worlds and convincing environments. Participating panelists (listed
alphabetically) include Richard Hudolin (Battlestar Galactica,
CapricaBSG prequel), Alex McDowell (Watchmen, Corpse Bride), J. Michael Riva(Iron Man, Spider-Man 3),Barry Robison (Wolverine, The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader).
Moderating the panel is John Muto, designer of Terminator 2 3D, Species, and Home Alone. Room 32AB
Categories: Animation | Art and
Illustration | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
1:15-2:00 Primeval Actor Douglas
Henshall gives you firsthand info about his leading role in BBC Americas
new U.S. premiere sci-fi series Primeval, along with actors Juliet
Aubrey and Karl Theobald. When evolutionary zoologist Nick Cutter
(Henshall) discovers prehistoric creatures alive and well in the present day,
the natural world is turned on its head and humanity faces a threat to its very
existence. Followed by a Q&A session. Room 6A
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
1:15-2:00 Hasbro: Star Wars and Indiana
Jones Derryl DePriest and Justin Kreter (Hasbro
marketing), are joined by Brian Parrish, Mark Boudreaux, Dwight
Stall, and Brian Wilk (Hasbro design) to talk about what the Hasbro
design and marketing teams have in store for the remainder of 2008 in the Star Wars and Indiana Jones lines. Plus a special sneak peek into
some 2009 secrets and a Q&A session! Room 7AB
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Fandom | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
1:15-2:00 Trailer Park The Comic-Con perennial
returns in a bigHall H way! See all the latest trailers for the biggest
upcoming films, all in one handy-dandy timeslot. Hall H
Categories: Movies | Television
1:30-2:30 Editorial Cartoons Top newspaper
editorial cartoonists talk about their cartoons, today's issues and the
political cartooning profession. Panelists Steve Breen (San Diego Union Tribune), Mike Peters (Dayton Daily News), Signe Wilkinson (Philadelphia Daily
News), Michael Ramirez (Investor's Business Daily), Mr.
Fish (LA Weekly, Village Voice), and Bill Schorr (United
Media) chat with moderator/fellow cartoonist Daryl Cagle (msnbc.com). Room 5AB
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Humor &
Satire
1:30-2:30 Scott McCloud Zot! Legendary
comics theorist Scott McCloud (Understanding Comics) offers a
funny and fascinating visual presentation about his very first comic book, Zot!, and the two amazing decades that followed, in celebration of
HarperCollins' new 576-page omnibus Zot!: The Complete Black and White
Collection. Room 10
Categories: Comic Books
1:30-2:30 Joss Whedon Joss Whedon (Buffy
the Vampire Slayer) and the writers and cast of his new short film, Dr.
Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, will show never-before-seen clips while Joss
also discusses Buffy Season Eight, the Fray crossover, and the
upcoming Serenity comic focusing on Shepherd Book. Ballroom 20
Categories: Comic Books | Fandom | Horror and
Suspense | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television | Writers &
Writing
1:45-2:45 Ghostbusters: The Video Game Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and panelists from Sierra Entertainment
and Sony Pictures Consumer Products discuss the eagerly anticipated Ghostbusters: The Video Game, due out this October. The panel
focuses on what it takes to bring fans the next chapter in the Ghostbusters universe, including working with the original cast members
and Sony Pictures Consumer Products to create a completely true and faithful
interactive ghostbusting experience. Room 6B
Categories: Fandom | Gaming | Humor & Satire | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
1:45-2:45 Entertainment Weeklys The
Visionaries: Showrunners Carlton Cuse (Lost), Damon
Lindelof (Lost), Josh Schwartz (Chuck, Gossip Girl), Bryan Fuller (Pushing Daisies), and Josh Friedman (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles) are the television producers
who are changing the face of television with deeply immersive entertainments
marked by distinctive, cutting edge storytelling. They have also been at the
forefront of bringing "genre programming" or "cult TV" to the mainstream.
Prepare for a candid conversation about creative integrity in a commercial
medium and the future of broadcast TV in an increasingly digital world. Spoiler Alert! Upcoming plot developments may be teased. Moderated by Entertainment Weekly senior writer Jeff Jensen. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
2:00-3:00 Capcom: How to Get A Job in the Video Game
Industry Video game giant Capcom presents a panel of respected video game
industry veterans to deliver an overview of the wide variety of career
opportunities within the industry, personal tales of how they got in, and tips
and suggestions for those who want to. Panelists include Chris Charla (VP, business development, Foundation 9Street Fighter II Turbo HD
Remix), Morgan Gray (producer, Dark Void), Grant Luke (senior product manager, Street Fighter IV), Francis Mao (Capcom senior
director, creative services and former creative director for GamePro magazine), and Tim Ng (Capcom associate public relations manager). Q&A
session to round out the presentation. Room 2
Categories: Gaming | Seminars &
Workshops
2:00-3:00 The World of Graphic Novels International is part of Comic-Cons name for a reason! An impressive roster of
worldwide talent who create graphic novelsNick Abadzis (UK, Laika), Eddie Campbell (Australia
by way of Scotland, The Amazing Remarkable Monsieur Leotard), Rutu Modan (Israel, Exit Wounds), Alex Robinson (U.S., Too Cool to be Forgotten), and Adrian Tomine (U.S., Shortcomings)
join moderator good ol American Tom Spurgeon (comicsreporter.com) to
discuss graphic novels and why they make the world go round. Room 3
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
2:00-3:00 Broccoli Books Broccoli Books brings
quality Japanese manga to the United States. See what they have to offer
currently and what is in store for the future. Broccoliit is cheap and healthy
for you-nyo! Room 4
Categories: Anime & Manga | Comic
Books
2:00-3:00 Meet the (Wannabe) Press: Get a Sneak Peek
into the Minds Behind On the Bubble This new weekly animated web
series takes a snarky yet refreshing look at current news through the eyes of
four irreverent wannabe reporters from Middle Town Community College. Comedy
Central alum Adam de la Pea, creator of Code Monkeys and one of
the warped minds behind Crank Yankers and Minoriteam, unveils his
new show. De la Peta is joined by Worldwide Biggies CEO Albie Hecht (SpongeBob SquarePants) and animation director Mark Salisbury (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), to give a behind-the-scenes peek into the
latest technology used to produce this weekly show. Sierra Mist executives will
also be on hand to shed light on the new wave of brand-produced entertainment.
The Q&A session will provide insightful tips on getting creative ideas
greenlit by major brands eager to discover and invest in up-and-coming comedic
talent. The panel also includes On the Bubble voice talent Dana
Synder (Master Shake on Adult Swims Aqua Teen Hunger Force) and Glasgow Phillips (South Park). Panel attendees will receive a
free exclusive Comic-Con On the Bubble premium. Room 7AB
Categories: Animation | Humor & Satire | Webcomics
2:00-3:00 That 70s (Animation) Panel Comic-Con
special guest Mark Evanier talks to
animation legends Joe Ruby and Ken Spearsof Ruby-Spears
Productionsabout their amazing output of television cartoon shows in the '70s,
'80s, and beyond.Meet the men who gave you Thundarr the Barbarian, Scooby
Doo, Dynomutt, Fangface, Jabberjaw and so many more. Room 8
Categories: Animation | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Television
Sat, Jul 12, 10:22PM 2:00-3:30 Comics Arts
Conference Session #8: Playing the Hero Peter Coogan (Institute for
Comics Studies), wrestler Diamond Dallas Page (Yoga for Regular
Guys), actor John Newton (Superboy), City of Heroes gamer Jospeh Cohen (Justice Knights Yahoo group), and Matthew
(Feedback) Atherton (Who Wants to Be a Superhero) discuss and explore
how wrestlers, actors, and gamers understand, adapt, and apply the superhero
genre. Room 30AB
Categories: Comic Arts
Conference | Comic Books | Fandom | Gaming | Movies | Superheroes
 2:00-3:30 Dynamic Drawing: Demonstration from Life Renowned teachers demonstrate the Watts Atelier Method of Drawing. Jeff Watts and Erik M. Gist demonstrate
the skills that have allowed them to excel as professional artists, as they
explain the essentials of working from the live model and its importance to
every working artist. Jeff founded Watts Atelier of the Arts some 16 years ago
in hopes of preserving the tradition of master artists of the past. Jeff and
Erik will share their thoughts on what it takes to train and perform at peak
professional levels. A must for professionals and aspiring professionals alike. Room 30CDE
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Seminars &
Workshops
2:00-3:30 Scribe Awards/Media Tie-in Writers Panel The second annual presentation of the International Association of Media-Tie-in
Writers (IAMTW) "Scribe" awards, honoring such notable franchises as CSI
NY, Murder She Wrote, Criminal Minds, Stargate
Atlantis, Star Trek, Resident Evil and Buffy the Vampire
Slayer. The awards presentation is followed by a panel of nominees,
including William Dietz (Hitman), Stacia Deutsch (Nancy
Drew), Kevin J. Anderson (Last Days of Krypton), Steven
Paul Leiva (12 Dogs of Christmas), Alan Dean Foster (Transformers), Lee Goldberg (Monk), and moderator Max
Allan Collins (American Gangster). Andy Mangels (Iron
Man) will present the awards. Room 32AB
Categories: Animation | Awards Ceremonies | Comic Books | Gaming | Horror and
Suspense | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television | Writers &
Writing
2:00-2:30 Universal: The Wolfman For its
upcoming action-horror film The Wolfman, Universal will showcase new
footage and a presentation from the title monster's creator, six-time
Oscar-winning special effects artist Rick Baker. Hall H
Categories: Horror and
Suspense | Movies
2:15-3:15 DC: Batman: No Rest for The Dark Knight Batman is the original dark hero. He lives a life pledged to helping the
helpless and punishing the guilty, but this summer everything is going to
change. With a blockbuster hit in theatres and a darker storyline than ever
before, now's the time to celebrate the minds behind the bat! Senior editor Michael Marts, Grant Morrison (Batman), Paul Dini (Detective Comics), Dustin Nguyen (Detective Comics), Brian Azzarello (Joker), and others discuss the mythos of the Bat
and what looms ahead for our hero. Room 6A
Categories: Comic Books | Superheroes
2:30-3:30 Hasbro: Marvel Jerry Jivoin, Michelle Favaloro, and Scott George of Hasbro marketing and Brian Wilk, Josh Lamb, Steve Redinger, Dwight Stall, and Logan Lubera of Hasbro Design present the Hasbro Marvel line, including
Spider-Man, Iron Man, Hulk, Marvel Legends and Super Hero Squad toy lines from
2008. Also, see a sneak peek into the 2009 line and a Q&A session! Room 5AB
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Comic Books | Superheroes
2:30-3:30 Radical Comics! Radical Publishing will
discuss 2008 and beyond with some major announcements. On board for the
Comic-Con panel will be Radical's president and publisher, Barry Levine and editor-in-chief, Dave Elliott. In addition, Steve Niles (30
Days of Night), writer of both the comic and the screenplay for his upcoming
Radical project, City of Dust; Ian Edginton (Stormwatch: Post
Human Division), who discusses his dark, never before seen approach to Aladdin; Sam Sarkar, writer of Caliber; Edmund Shern, writer of Freedom Formula; and Hercules designerand cover
artist for issues #1 and #2the legendary Jim Steranko! Room 10
Categories: Comic Books | Horror and
Suspense | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
2:45-3:30 American Dad Seth
MacFarlane and the cast of the Fox animated hit reunite at Comic-Con to read
a never-before-seen episode and take questions from the audience. Ballroom 20
Categories: Animation | Humor & Satire | Television
2:45-3:45 Lionsgate and Odd Lot Entertainment: The
Spirit Writer/director Frank Miller and producer Deborah Del
Prete are joined by film stars Gabriel Macht, Samuel L. Jackson, and Eva Mendes in unveiling an exclusive preview of the new film based on the
classic comic by Will Eisner. Hall H
Categories: Comic Books | Movies
3:00-4:00 VIZ Media's Anime and Manga Publishing Get the Comic-Con exclusive scoop from the VIZ Editorial and Marketing teams on
what's new for 2009 from one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and
comprehensive publishing, animation, and licensing companies. Room 2
Categories: Anime & Manga | Comic
Books
3:00-4:00 An Introduction to Webcomics The single
largest explosion of new comics talent in history is happening online. Did you
know that there are over 18,000 webcomics? Some of them have millions of
readers. Most of these comics are free. Is this news to you? Then come and find
out what you've been missing from Phil Foglio (moderator and
writer/artist Girl Genius), Brad Guigar (Evil, Inc.), Dave Kellett (Sheldon), Scott Kurtz (PVP), and Kris Straub (Starslip Crisis). Room 3
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Webcomics
 3:00-4:00 Spotlight on James Warren he legendary publisher of Famous Monsters of Filmland, Creepy, Eerie, and Vampirella joins
Comic-Con in a rare convention appearance! Jim
Warren celebrates the 50th anniversary of FM along with the legendary
Hollywood makeup artist Verne Langdon,
also a Comic-Con special guest! Famous Monsters fans will recognize
Langdons name from the pages of that beloved magazine. Room 4
Categories: Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Horror and
Suspense | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
3:00-4:00 SCI FI: Ghost Hunters Is it in
your heador in your house? Find out during Comic-Con first ever panel
discussion with Ghost Hunters Jason Hawes and Grant
Wilson, stars of the #1 paranormal reality series on Wednesday nights. What
youll hear is realand scary. Moderated by James Hibberd (The
Hollywood Reporter). Room 6B
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
3:00-4:00 World of Warcraft Hear whats
next for World of Warcraft straight from the source! Representatives from
Blizzard Entertainment will be joined by folks from Upper Deck, DC Comics and
Tokyopop to reveal whats in store for World of Warcraft gaming, comics,
action figure, and manga fans. Plus, while supplies last, attendees will receive
an exclusive World of Warcraft Comic-Con gift! Room 6CDEF
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Anime & Manga | Comic Books | Gaming
 3:00-4:00 Spotlight on Lynda
Barry Iconic alt-cartoonist and Comic-Con special guest Lynda Barry is the author of the recently
releasedto much acclaimgraphic-how-to-memoir, What It Is. Barry has
been at the forefront of alternative comics since Matt Groening published her
first comics while they were both students in college. This presentation takes
an inside look at Barry's creative energy, genius, and approach to making art.
"The ordinary is extraordinary" in Barry's world, and everyone can write and be
creativewe just have to ask ourselves the right questions. Have your pencils
ready and your mind prepared to be blown with this once in a lifetime chance to
meet the! Lynda! Barry!, creator of Ernie Pook's Comeek, One! Hundred!
Demons! and The! Greatest! of! Marlys!. Room 7AB
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
 3:00-4:00 Spotlight on Al
Jaffee He's definitely one of "MAD's maddest artists!" Al Jaffee's workincluding his incredible
"Mad Fold-Ins" that grace the inside back cover of the magazinehas appeared in
more issues of MAD than any other artist. Mark Evanier interviews this comics legend,
who is making his first-ever appearance as a Comic-Con special guest. (We
promise not to try and fold him.) Room 8
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
 3:30-4:30 Spotlight on Geoff
Johns His ideas have breathed new life into Flash, Teen
Titans, Green Lantern, the Justice Society of America, and now Superman. Is there anything writer Geoff
Johns can't do? Probably not, but come ask anyway. Don't miss this panel
hosted by Ian Sattler, senior story editorDCU, interviewing one of the
brightest minds behind the magic of the DC Universe. Room 5AB
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Writers &
Writing
3:30-4:30 Marvel to the Nth Degree In todays
world, comic-loving fans should be able to enjoy their graphic entertainment in
the most thoroughly modern media. On Friday, Marvel will unveil a covert project
that we have been seeding as part of a secret partnership for many
months--including a sneak peek--of an unprecedented way to experience a
new work by one of the biggest names in entertainment (we didn't say comic
books, we said Entertainment). Featuring Joe Quesada (Marvel
editor-in-chief) and Ruwan Jayatilleke (SVP, Marvel Strategic
Development) and others that shall not be named at the moment. The game is about
to be changed. Room 6A
Categories: Comic Books
3:30-4:30 BOOM! Studios Panel One of the
fastest-growing independent publishers invites you to take a peek at what makes
BOOM! so great. Editor-in-chief Mark Waid (Kingdom Come),
co-founders Andrew Cosby (Eureka) and Ross Richie,
marketing and sales director Chip Mosher (Left on Mission), and a
few surprise guests will be making announcements about the upcoming year for
BOOM! Studios. Come and watch us explode! Room 10
Categories: Comic Books
3:30-4:15 Family Guy Stars Seth
MacFarlane and Seth Green and the producers of the Fox animated hit
give fans a sneak peek at a never-before-seen episode and discuss the highly
anticipated spinoff The Cleveland Show. Ballroom 20
Categories: Animation | Humor & Satire | Television
3:30-5:00 Comic Book 102: The Ins and Outs of
Collecting, Investing, and Writing Designed to thrill and educate audiences
from the 8-year-old novice to the millionaire financial advisor, this expert
panel discussion details the comings and goings of the hobby. Learn about the
history of comics, how to collect and successfully invest, detect restoration,
discuss current and future community standards and even receive advice on how
one becomes a published comic book writer. Panelists include noted
restoration/conservation expert Susan Cicconi (The Restoration
Lab/Network of Disclosure), Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide advisor Mark S. Zaid (EsquireComics.com/Network of Disclosure), executive editor
and associate publisher J. C. Vaughn (Gemstone Publishing), Douglas
Wheeler-Nicholson and Nicky Wheeler-Nicholson Brown (son and
granddaughter, respectfully, of DC Comics founder Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson),
and other prominent experts from publishing, services, and writing. Room 24A
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Comic Books
3:30-4:30 Comic Book Heaven: LIVE! If
you've ever wondered which superhero sleeps in his uniform, where the rudest
place to shoot a giant space monster can be found, and what you really got when
you ordered junk from ads found in old comic books, you'll love Comic Book
Heaven: LIVE! Scott Saavedra (Comic Book Heaven, Java
Town) shines a bright and affectionate light on some of the strangest
stories and most twisted moments found in vintage comic books. Comic Book
Heaven: LIVE! is like Scott's Comic Book Heaven blog (comic_book_heaven.blogspot.com)
but without all the tedious pointing and clicking. Room 30AB
Categories: Comic Books | Fandom
 3:30-4:30 Drawing Demo: Spotlight on Dean Yeagle Comic-Con special guest Dean Yeagle has had his cartoons regularly
published in Playboy for the past nine years. Most of his career has been
in animation, and he has had his own animation studio for the past 22 years.
He's also recently designed and drawn the first two issues of the Return of
the Gremlins comic, for Dark Horse and Disney, written by Mike Richardson.
Earlier this year he had a one-man gallery show in Paris, and he also publishes
his own books with his pinup character Mandy, which, you may rest assured, he'll
have for sale at Comic-Con. Join Dean and moderator/interviewer Craig Yoe (Comic Arf) to see some of Dean's work and ask questions about Playboy, animation, comics, and how to draw pretty girls for fun and
profit! Room 30CDE
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Seminars &
Workshops
3:30-4:30 Toys, Comics and Characters: Illustrators as
Entertainment Entrepeneurs Abby Denson (Tough Love), Nora
Krug (BLAB!), Tara McPherson (Lonely Heart), and Brian Wood (DMZ), all prominent professionals from among Parsons
Illustration alumni and faculty, talk with Steven Guarnaccia (chair,
Parsons Illustration) and Angie Wojak (director, Parsons Career Services)
about how studying illustration was useful in achieving their creative and
professional goals. Room 32AB
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books
4:00-5:00 All Hail the Transformers! TF editor Denton Tipton hosts a panel of Transformers creators including writers Shane McCarthy (All Hail Megatron), Chris Mowry (The Reign of Starscream), Marty Eisenberg (TF Animated), artists Alex Milne (The Reign of
Starscream), Marcelo Matere (TF Animated) and others. Advance
art, surprise announcements, and pints of Energon all around! Room 2
Categories: Animation | Comic Books | Kids | Movies | Television
4:00-5:00 Going Ape: Celebrating 75 Years of The Beast
and The Beauty of King Kong KONG! KONG! KONG! Our panel celebrates
75 years of one of cinema's most famous and most beloved beasties. Panelists
take look back at the history of King Kong on-screen along with fun facts,
reminiscences and anecdotes about the film that inspired many of us to become
fans, filmmakers and fanatics. A panel of experts and fans is moderated by Mark A. Altman and Jeff Bond (Geek Monthly). Room 3
Categories: Fandom | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
 4:00-5:00 Spotlight on Robert J. Sawyer Comic-Con special guest Robert J. Sawyer is one of only seven
writers in history to win all three of science-fiction's top awards for best
novel of the year: the Hugo, the Nebula, and the John W. Campbell Memorial
Award. His latest novel, Rollback, has earned him his 11th Hugo
nomination. Join him for a one-on-one Q&A session about the world of print
SF. Room 4
Categories: Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
4:00-5:00 Image Comics Show On the heels of one of
the biggest announcements Image has ever made, the Image Comics Show promises to
follow up in a major way with special guests including Robert Kirkman, Whilce Portacio, Brian Posehn, Gerard Duggan, Erik
Larsen, and others. All this, plus even more announcements and exclusive
giveaways! Room 7AB
Categories: Comic Books
 4:00-5:00 Spotlight on Al Feldstein Continuing our mini
"Al's at MAD magazine" programming theme, the dean of EC Comics, triple
threat editor/writer/artist Al
Feldstein returns to Comic-Con. Feldsteinwho edited the EC line in its
glory days and took MAD to new heights of popularitytalks with Mark Evanier about comics, painting, that magazine, and much more! Room 8
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic
Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Writers &
Writing
4:00-5:00 The Saga Continues: Star Wars 2008 For Star Wars fans its a stellar year, with the new Clone Wars movie
on its way next month and great new Star Wars games from LucasArts to
follow shortly. Lucasfilms Steve Sansweet will welcome Dave
Filoni (director), Catherine Winder (producer), Henry Gilroy (co-writer), and Jason Tucker (editor) to talk about George Lucas
ground-breaking new, fully animated movie, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, in
theaters August 15. Theres news for video game fans too, on The Force
Unleashed and The Clone Wars. Prepare for exciting, exclusive
previews of the movie and the games too! Hall H
Categories: Animation | Gaming | Kids | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
4:15-5:15 Xbox LIVE Original Content Panel You
love the games, the TV, the movies, and Xbox LIVE Arcade, now see what is next.
Get a sneak peak at the next generation of exciting original video content
coming to Xbox LIVE worldwide. Meet the major Hollywood talent creating the
content as they showcase their work, participate in a Q&A, and provide a few
surprises. Room 6B
Categories: Gaming | Movies
 4:15-5:15 Spotlight on Jim
Butcher In a short period of time, Comic-Con special guest Jim Butcher has become one of the most
popular names in fantasy fiction. His two series of books, The Dresden Files and
Codex Alera, are New York Times bestsellers. Butcher talks about his
books and his recent foray into the comic book adaptation world with the Dabel
Brothers. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Horror and
Suspense | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television | Writers &
Writing
4:30-5:30 Vertigo: View of the Future Vertigo is a
more than a name. Its the imprint that delivers smart, provocative, and edgy
books. Be here to find out whats in store for your favorite Vertigo titles as
well as some major new projects that will be announced here for the first time!
Hosted by senior VPexecutive editor, Vertigo, Karen Berger, group editor Shelly Bond, and senior editor Will Dennis, this panel is not to
be missed, especially considering the talent in tow: Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Joker), Mark Buckingham (Fables), David
Lapham (Young Liars), Grant Morrison (Seaguy),Matt
Sturges (House of Mystery), Matt Wagner (Madame
Xanadu), Bill Willingham (Fables, House of Mystery), G. Willow Wilson (Air), Brian Wood (DMZ, Northlanders), and others! Room 5AB
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
 4:30-5:30 Spotlight on Keith Giffen Comic-Con special guest Keith Giffen talks about his long career as
writer and artist with friend and collaborator Robert Loren Fleming. Plus
get the lowdown on their latest project: the return of Ambush Bug for DC
Comics! Room 10
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Writers &
Writing
4:30-5:30 Bones Join the entire cast
(David Boreanaz, Emily Deschanel, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor, John Francis Daley) and creators Hart Hanson and Barry Josephson for an hour of behind-the-scenes secrets and the
chance to ask them everything you always wanted to know about the hit Fox drama. Ballroom 20
Categories: Horror and
Suspense | Television
4:30-5:30 Action Figure Insider: Behind the
Plastic: The Golden Age of Marvel Toys/Toy Biz True innovators in the world
of action figures are few and far between. The Team at Marvel Toys/Toy Biz has
been bringing articulation to American action figures in their groundbreaking
lines: Marvel Legends, Spider-Man Classics, Lord of the Rings, Legendary Comic
Book Heroes and other Marvel movie lines. The managers of these lines talk about
what might have been and their future plans. You will see never-before-seen
plans for unproduced figures from the Marvel, LCBH, and other lines. Moderated
by Daniel "Julius Marx" Pickett of ActionFigureInsider.com. Room 30AB
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Comic Books | Superheroes
4:30-5:30 Resources for Creators Panelists give an
overview of legal, financial, and technical supports available to creators,
including how to get a creative arts lawyer even if you don't have money, guilds
and unions, health insurance, studio insurance, business licenses and working
with your local municipal departments for networking and support, grants, artist
retreats, and so on. Writer/artist Colleen Doran (A Distant Soil)
moderates. Room 30CDE
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Seminars &
Workshops
4:30-6:00 So You Want to Be a Comics Retailer This
is where the dream takes flight! You have questionsour panel of experts have
answers. Joe Field (Flying Colors Comics & Other Cool Stuff, Concord,
CA) hosts retailer Joe Ferrara (Atlantis Fantasyworld, Santa Cruz, CA), Annette Price (Speeding Bullet, Norman, OK), Jay Bardyla (Happy
Harbor Comics, Edmonton, Alberta) and Dave Hawksworth (Diamond Comic
Distributors field sales manager), as they discuss your future as a retailer of
comics and graphic novels. Room 32AB
Categories: Comic Books | Retailer
Programming | Seminars &
Workshops
4:45-5:45 Its a Great Comic-Con, Charlie Brown Together for the first time at Comic-Con, Warner Home Video, United Media and
the Schulz Estate bring you a Peanuts voice cast reunion in celebration
of several great holiday DVD releases this September and October. Featuring Chris DeFaria (Peppermint Patty), Gabrielle DeFaria Ritter (Pigpen), Lisa DeFaria (Peppermint Patty), Sally Dryer (Violet and
Lucy), Robin Kohn Glazer (Lucy), Jason Mendelson, Hilary
Momberger (Sally), executive producer Lee Mendelson, and Jeannie
Schulz, the wife of Charles M. Schulz. Room 6A
Categories: Animation | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Kids | Television
5:00-6:00 Mythology, Secret Societies and Lost
Civilizations A discussion of authors incorporating Atlantis, Angels, and
Abel's murder weapon into their fiction. Panelists include Alex Archer (Rogue Angel), Thomas Greanias (Raising Atlantis, The
Atlantis Prophecy), Christopher Moore (Lamb, A Dirty Job), Thomas Sniegoski (A Kiss Before the Apocalypse), and Michael
Spradlin (The Youngest Templar: Keeper of the Grail). Moderated by Maryelizabeth Hart of Mysterious Galaxy. Room 2
Categories: Horror and
Suspense | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
 5:00-6:00 Spotlight on Bernie Wrightson Comic-Con special
guest Bernie Wrightson brought a whole
new face to horror comics when he broke into the industry in the late 1960s. He
went on to co-create Swamp Thing and produce numerous work in both the
horror and superhero genres. His magnum opus is his illustrated version of Mary
Shelleys Frankenstein, to be reprinted later this year by Dark Horse
Comics. Room 3
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Horror and
Suspense
5:00-6:00 Teaching Comics A few years ago, there
were almost no academic programs for young cartoonists. Now classes and
textbooks are popping up all over. Instructors and authors including Phil
Jimenez (Infinite Crisis), Steve Lieber (Whiteout), and James Sturm (Center for Cartoon Studies), will discuss their philosophies
of teaching cartooning with moderator Douglas Wolk (Reading
Comics). Room 4
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic
Books | Seminars &
Workshops
5:00-6:00 Nickelodeon's Making Fiends Attacks
Your Television Meet the fiendish minds behind Nickelodeons upcoming show Making Fiends as they talk about translating the popular web series to
the TV screen. Get an inside look at the series production from creator and
voice of Charlotte, Amy Winfrey; character designer and voice of
Vendetta, Aglaia Mortcheva; writer and voice of Grudge, Peter
Merryman; and supervising producer Dave Wasson (Time Squad).
See an exclusive sneak peek of the series, plus special bonus content and a
behind-the-scenes look at how Making Fiends the TV series came to life.
Moderated by Claudia Spinelli, executive in charge for Nickelodeon. Room 7AB
Categories: Animation | Kids | Television
5:00-6:00 Masters of the Universe Classics Toy
Line Update Mattel is ecstatic to announce a brand new action figure line
featuring highly detailed fully articulated characters from the entire MOTUworld aimed at the discriminating collector. Help celebrate the
return of He-Man to toy shelves everywhere with a special screening of Episode
35: The Power of Grayskull, featuring Mattel's Comic-Con exclusive King
Grayskull in his first starring roll. Then stay for an insightful Q & A with
Mattel designers, marketing managers, and special guests, the Four Horsemen, for
the latest news on this exciting new toy line. More info at Mattycollector.com. Room 8
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Animation | Kids | Television
5:00-6:00 Comic Artists Guild: An Open Call for Members
Nationwide Trying to break into the comics industry? Need an outlet for
telling interesting stories with words and pictures? Keith Murphey, the
founder of the Comicbook Artists Guild (otherwise known as CAG), along with a
panel of members representing the East and West coasts, invites all aspiring
creators to take part in an enlightening discussion of how CAG can unite talent
together for projects of their choosing and how talented people like you can
benefit from membership! Never been published? Need to find your own "voice"?
Want to start a CAG chapter in your own hometown? Come find out how! Room 24A
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic
Books | Seminars &
Workshops | Webcomics
5:15-6:15 Entertainment Weeklys The
Visionaries: Filmmakers Kevin Smith (Zack and Miri Make a
Porno), Frank Miller (The Spirit), Zack Snyder (Watchmen), and Judd Apatow (Knocked Up) are the filmmakers
who are redefining what it means to have power in Hollywood. Because their power
is derived from delivering high-profile entertainment to a hungry mainstream
audience and from cultivating a rabid, pseudo-religious fan following. Listen as
they engage in a free-wheeling conversation on the movie business, their
upcoming projects, and what it meansto themto be a geek. Moderated by Entertainment Weekly and EW.com senior editor Marc Bernardin. Hall H
Categories: Comic Books | Movies
5:30-6:30 Penny Arcade The creators of Penny Arcade are on hand for a one-hour open Q&A session about the
game industry, their own foray into making games, PAX, webcomics, Childs Play,
and more! (Please do not bring them food. They do not know any better and will,
in fact, eat it.) Room 5AB
Categories: Gaming | Webcomics
5:30-6:15 [adult swim]s The Venture
Brothers Jackson Publick (creator and voices of Hank Venture,
The Monarch, Henchman 24, Pete White and Sgt. Hatred) and Mike
Sinterniklaas (voice of Dean Venture) speak about [adult swim]s original
series, The Venture Brothers. Now in its third season, the show picked up
after the explosive wedding of The Monarch and Dr. Girlfriend from the season
two cliffhanger. Room 6B
Categories: Animation | Television
5:30-6:30 24 It's been off the air since
May, 2007 but Comic-Con fans will get the first look at the exciting prequel
shot in South Africa and the upcoming 7th season of the Emmy winning Fox series,
as well as chat with the executive producers and stars Kiefer Sutherland and Carlos Bernard. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Horror and
Suspense | Television
 5:30-6:30 Spotlight on Kim
Deitch Underground and alternative comix legend Kim Deitch (Boulevard of BrokenDreams,
Alias the Cat) presents work from his new book Pictorama and a sneak
peek at an upcoming project. As Kim puts it, he'll be showing "a touch of the
past, a whole lot of the present, and a pretty generous look at the future as
well!" Room 10
Categories: Cartooning and Comic
Strips | Comic
Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances
5:30-6:30 SCI FI: Sanctuary Room The
incredible power of virtual set technology is unleashed in the all-new adventure
series starring Amanda Tapping of Stargate fame. Find out how the show
goes from green screen to small screen, and catch an exclusive look inside
Sanctuary's unique and awe-inspiring world. Panelists include cast member and
executive producer Amanda Tapping and executive producer Martin
Wood. Moderated by Michael Logan (TV Guide). Room 30AB
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
5:30-6:30 Intern Etiquette: The Dos and Donts of
Interning for Animation Josh Lieberman (Cartoon Network's Cartoonstitute), Mike Collins (Foster's Home for Imaginary
Friends),Sean Cole (Dreamwork's How to Train Your Dragon),
and Alana Bubis (Madagascar) are prepared to discuss all aspect of
interning for a major animation studio: how to secure an internship, the dos and
don'ts, and ultimately how to turn them into work. Room 30CDE
Categories: Animation | Anime & Manga | Seminars &
Workshops
6:00-7:00 Larry Marder: The Beanworld Is Back! Legendary Beanworld creator Larry Marder is front and center in
his first solo Comic-Con panel in 15 years. Learn how beans have been part of
Marder's life since the day he was born! This rich visual presentation covers
the entire history of his peculiar fantasy dimension including Marder's many
influences. This is your opportunity to discover why Beanworld has
captivated readers from grade school to grad school since its first publication
as a series of comic books in the 1980s. Now Dark Horse Comics is publishing Beanworld for an entire new generation of fans. Hear all the details
about Marder's many upcoming Beanworld projects! Room 2
Categories: Comic Books
6:00-7:00 State of the Animation Industry Get a
look at trends in the animation industry with a panel of industry professionals
from all branches of animation. Panelists include Tom Sito (Who Killed
Roger Rabbit, The Lion King, Osmosis Jones),Jorge R. Gutierrez (creator/executive producer, El Tigre), Lennie Graves (supervising
animator, Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone video game; animator, The Iron Giant), Aki Umemoto (creative director, Mattel for 25
years; Apache Films), Ryan Ball (editor, Animation magazine), and
moderator animation educator Larry Loc. Room 3
Categories: Animation | Anime & Manga | Gaming
6:00-7:00 Indie Comics to Toys Geoff
Beckett and Lance Buttiglieri (Shocker Toys) bring you a discussion
into independent comics and their translation into super posable action figures,
vinyl products and Shockinis. Geoff, Lance, and comics creators present a
Q&A on comic book toys such as Indie Spotlight, other products such as
Dethklok, production schedules, new ideas, and giveaways! Room 4
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Comic Books
6:00-7:00 DCU: Final Crisis Management The
Final Crisis is here! Senior VP-executive editor Dan DiDio talks with Grant Morrison (Batman, Final Crisis), JG Jones (Final Crisis), Geoff Johns (Final Crisis: Legion of Three
Worlds), Brad Meltzer (DCU: Last Will and Testament), Greg
Rucka (Final Crisis: Revelations), Phillip Tan (Final
Crisis: Revelations), and others! Catch a glimpse of what will be one of the
most talked-about events of the summer! Room 6A
Categories: Comic Books | Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Superheroes
6:00-7:00 Star Wars Trivia Members of the San
Diego Star Wars Society, veteran hosts of great Star Wars trivia
game shows at Comic-Con International, are planning another trivia challenge for
all fans who think they know their stuff about the galaxy far, far away. Show
off your Star Wars knowledge, and maybe win a Star Wars prize or
two! Room 7AB
Categories: Fandom | Kids | Movies | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
6:00-7:00 How To Make Webcomics: Live! The four
authors of Image Comics breakout book How to Make Webcomics present a
live version of their popular weekly podcast. Scott Kurtz (PvP), Dave Kellett (Sheldon), Kris Straub (Starslip
Crisis), and Brad Guigar (Evil Inc) discuss some of the core
issues in webcomics: making money and building communities. Room 8
Categories: Comic Books | Seminars &
Workshops | Webcomics
6:00-7:00 Simpsons Collectors Group Simpsons collectors of the world unite! Take a break from the busy
Comic-Con floor and get a chance to meet some of your fellow collectors of Simpsons merchandise. Collectors from all over the country will be here.
Meet the other Simpsons collectors you see on the message board and put
faces to the names. This gathering put on by the staff of the
SimpsonsCollectors.com websiteis a great chance to network with other
collectors from across the country and share your hobby with others. Room 24A
Categories: Action Figures, Toys
and Collectibles | Animation | Fandom | Television
6:00-7:00 Exceeding Expectations and Exploring New
Worlds: Feature Effects for the Small Screen Zoic Studios moderates a
discussion with VFX supervisors on their passion for creating narrative
enhancing, eye-popping effects for television. Some of the best in the business
discuss future trends as well as their contribution to the television series Heroes, Battlestar Galactica, The Middleman, Lost, Eureka, Terminator: The
Sarah Connor Chronicles, Smallville, and the new fall show Fringe. Room 32AB
Categories: Animation | Horror and
Suspense | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
6:15-7:00 [adult swim]s Robot Chicken Seth Green and Matthew Senreich (co-creators), Tom Root and Doug Goldstein (head writers/co-producers), Breckin Meyer (writer/actor), and Kevin Shinick (writer) speak about [adult swim]s
original series, Robot Chicken. In its third season, the networks
Emmy-winning stop-motion and animation show known for its pop culture commentary
just released the episode Robot Chicken Star Wars on DVD. Room 6B
Categories: Animation | Humor & Satire | Television
6:30-7:30 The Write Stuff: Working in Genre
Television Get the inside scoop on how to break in, break out, and deal
with some incredibly stupid network notes. A panel of genre luminaries share
their war stories and passion for genre storytelling with you in this
once-in-a-lifetime summit of super sci-fi scribes who've turned their dreams
into drama, including Javier Grillo-Marxuach (The Middleman), David Simkins (Warehouse 13, Dresden Files), Steve Kriozere (V.I.P, Sliders, Dead & Deader), Steve Melching (The Clone
Wars, The Batman), Ashley Miller (Terminator: The Sarah Connor
Chronicles), Matthew Federman (Jericho, E-Ring), Harry
Werksman & Gabrille Stanton (Moonlight), and moderator Mark A.
Altman (Geek Monthly). Room 5AB
Categories: Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television | Writers &
Writing
6:30-7:15 Prison Break In their first visit
to Comic-Con, stars Wentworth Miller, Dominic Purcell and Sarah
Wayne Callies and producers Matt Olmstead, Kevin Hooks, and Dawn Parouse give a special sneak peek at the show's upcoming fourth
season and take questions from the audience. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Horror and
Suspense | Television
6:30-7:30 What's Up with Penguin Anne
Sowards (senior editor, Ace/Roc), Lisa DeGroff (marketing manager,
Penguin Young Readers), and Jessica Wade (associate editor, Ace/Roc) give
you the dish on forthcoming books from Penguin's exciting authors, including Jim Butcher, Charlaine Harris, Patricia
Briggs, Charles Stross, Kelly Link, Robin McKinley, Allegra Goodman, and many
others. Plus, lots of giveaways, including free advance reading copies! Room 10
Categories: Comic-Con Special
Guest Spotlights & Appearances | Horror and
Suspense | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Writers &
Writing
6:30-7:30 The Goon A Q&A with Goon creator Eric Powell and Reno 9-11 writers and stars Ben Garant and Thomas Lennon about their new super secret super
fantastic comics project! If you miss this panel, everyone will know more about
this project than you and that makes you stupid and unattractive to women. Room 30AB
Categories: Comic Books | Humor &
Satire
6:30-7:30 Storyboarding: Earn over $100K Mark
Simon, author of Storyboards: Motion in Art, 3rd Edition, and an
artist with over 2,500 productions to his credit, covers how to get started in
storyboarding, three mistakes most new artists make, tips to double your
business and will demonstrate the newest Storyboard Pro software. Room 30CDE
Categories: Art and
Illustration | Movies | Seminars &
Workshops | Television
6:30-8:00 Kevin Smith Makes a "Porno" Well, not
really, but for the umpteenth time, Smith is back at Comic-Con to talk movies,
comics, and whatever else the audience wants to talk about. This year, he'll be
highlighting his fall film, Zack and Miri Make a Porno, starring Seth
Rogen and Elizabeth Banks. Expect some special guests. Hall H
Categories: Comic Books | Fandom | Humor & Satire | Movies
Nighttime Programs
7:15-8:15 Klingon Lifestyles Presentation This
latest mission for the crew of the IKV Stranglehold finds them seeking
assistance from the last person in the universe they would ask for help, but is
everyone who they say they are? Can they survive Rule of Acquisition number 218?
All species are welcome to experience the ongoing voyage and adventure of life
aboard a Klingon vessel. Room 6A
Categories: Costuming | Fandom | Nighttime
Programming | Science Fiction &
Fantasy
7:15-8:15 Mystery Science Theater 3000 20th
Anniversary Reunion From 1988 to 1999, the long-suffering captives aboard
the Satellite of Love wisecracked their way through hundreds of cinema's problem
childrenthose delirious B-movies of yesteryear created by twisted imaginations
and, possibly, the need for a tax shelter. To celebrate the show's 20th
Anniversary, join a historic reunion of cast and crew, including creator Joel
Hodgson, producer Jim Mallon and fellow writer/performers Mike
Nelson, Kevin Murphy, Trace Beaulieu, Frank Conniff, Mary Jo Pehl, Paul Chaplin,
J. Elvis Weinstein, Bridget Nelson, and Bill Corbett for a Q&A
panel hosted by self-professed "MST3K nerd" and comedian Patton
Oswalt (The King of Queens). Room 6B
Categories: Fandom | Humor & Satire | Movies | Nighttime
Programming | Television
7:15-9:15 Totally Rad Show Hosts Alex
Albrecht (Diggnation), Dan Trachtenberg, and Jeff
Cannata bring their Webby Awardwinning geek culture show to Comic-Con in
their first ever live performance. Join the guys for an explosion of movie,
video game, TV, and comic book news and reviews, and see what makes this
Revision3 show such an Internet phenomenon. Room 7AB
Categories: Animation | Anime & Manga | Comic Books | Fandom | Gaming | Movies | Nighttime
Programming | Television
7:30-8:30 Gaia Online: Kiki Kitty and Gaia Staff Kiki Kitty and the Gaia Staff are hosting a special Gaia Online panel
where Gaia Online members can meet each other and the staff and find out more
about Gaia's newest games and features. In addition to hanging out with their
fellow Gaians, all attendees will receive free gold and a limited-edition ring
for Gaia's new MMO. All attendees will also have a chance to win a jumbo Kiki
plushie and other great prizes! Room 5AB
Categories: Fandom | Gaming | Nighttime
Programming
7:30-9:15 Nickelodeon Avatar: Sozin's Comet Executive producer and creator team Bryan Konietzko and Mike
DiMartino have built one of the most astonishingly complex and beautifully
animated series in television with Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last
Airbender. Join Bryan, Mike, and Avatar director Joaquim Dos
Santos (G.I. Joe Microseries) for a viewing of the exciting back-half
of the Avatar season finale, "Sozin's Comet: Into the Inferno" and
"Sozin's Comet: Avatar Aang," followed by a Q&A with the team as they
discuss the rich mythology of the series, as well as a costume contest and fan
art contest! Moderated by Roland Poindexter, VP, Nickelodeon original
programming, animation. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Animation | Anime & Manga | Art and
Illustration | Costuming | Fandom | Nighttime
Programming | Television
8:30-10:00 Marvel/Lionsgate: Next Avengers: Heroes
of Tomorrow World Premiere! Whenever the forces of evil threatened
mankind, Earth's mightiest heroes, the Avengers, were there to stop themuntil
they made the ultimate sacrifice in their final fight with the indestructible
robot Ultron. But all was not lost, for Tony Stark (Iron Man) kept the children
of the Avengers safe and raised them to become the teenage heroes of tomorrow.
But it will take more than five teens to destroy the machine that defeated their
parents. If these young heroes have any hope of winning, they must find the
missing Hulk and come together as...the Next Avengers! Meet Craig Kyle (supervising producer), Gary Hartle (producer/supervising director), Christopher Yost (writer), and others involved in this new animated film
and watch Next Avengers before its September 2, 2008 Blu-Ray and DVD
release. Room 6A
Categories: Animation | Comic Books | Movies | Nighttime
Programming | Superheroes
8:30-10:30 SCI FI Friday Night: Eureka and Stargate: Atlantis SCI FI presents the season 3 premiere of Eureka a full three days before it airs! Also debuting will be a new
episode of Stargate Atlantis, along exclusive clips from the new Scare
Tactics. Attendees will receive a mini-issue of the SCI FI Virgin Comics
sensation The Stranded (while supplies last). Room 6B
Categories: Nighttime
Programming | Science Fiction &
Fantasy | Television
 8:30-11:30 The Spirit Presents the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards The
20th annual Eisner Awards, the "Oscars" of
the comics industry, will be given out at a gala ceremony. This year's special
them is "The Magic of Comics." Presenters include comics creator/director Frank Miller (Sin City, 300, The Spirit), Spongebob Squarepants
creator Tom Kenney, and Jane Wiedlin of the Go-Gos, plus several
other celebrities from comics, animation, and film. Other prestigious awards to
be given out include the Russ Manning Promising
Newcomer Award and the Bob Clampett
Humanitarian Award. The master of ceremonies is Bongo Comics' Bill
Morrison. Admission to the Eisners is free to all Comic-Con attendeesjust
be sure to bring your badge. Doors open for pros and VIPs at 7:30 and for
attendees at 8:15. Ballroom 20
Categories: Awards Ceremonies | Comic Books | Nighttime
Programming
9:30-10:30 Worst Cartoons Ever! Animation
historian Jerry Beck returns with some of the worst cartoons ever made.
Learn how to be fit with Mighty Mr. Titan, follow the adventures of Super President, Spunky and Tadpole, and many more. Have a ball with the
best/bad animation every. Room 6CDEF
Categories: Animation | Fandom | Nighttime
Programming
10:15-11:45 Spaced Screening Actor/creator Jessica Hynes (Shaun of the Dead), actor/creator Simon Pegg (Shaun of the Dead), and director Edgar Wright (Hot Fuzz)
introduce a special late-night screening of their favorite episodes from the
edgy British comedy series that started it all for the award-winning team behind Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Room 6A
Categories: Humor & Satire | Nighttime
Programming | Television
10:30-12:30 Spike & Mike: The Gauntlet You vote via applause and your reaction is the deciding factor as to whether an
animatio keeps playing or whether it will make it into the next world tour. Gift
Girls with swag! Animators include Mike Geiger (Cuddle Sticks), John Goras (Chirpy Returns), Joe Borelli (Arties Day
Off), Ross Bollinger (The Mosquito Who Gave Up Blood), Stefan Schuch (Tinky Winky: Last of the Teletubbies), Jeff
Chiba Stearns (Yellow Sticky Notes), Steve Fonti (Yes Timmy
There Is a Santa Claus), Spike (Death to the Teletubbies), and Matthew Lee (Flock Off). Room 6CDEF
Categories: Animation | Nighttime
Programming
10:45-12:00 Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog The
story of a low-rent supervillain (Neil Patrick Harris as Dr. Horrible), the hero
who keeps beating him up (Nathan Fillion as Captain Hammer), and the cute girl
from the laundromat he's too shy to talk to (Felicia Day as Penny). This musical
in three parts, created for the Internet and written by Joss Whedon, Jed Whedon,
Zack Whedon, and Maurissa Tancharoen, premieres in its entirety on the big
screen at Comic-Con. Room 6B
Categories: Fandom | Movies | Nighttime
Programming
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