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It's been way too long since we last attended a show. Wondercon Anaheim is this weekend, April 1-3 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. Badges can still be purchased HERE. If you've never been to Wondercon, it's a smaller con compared to SDCC. The exhibitor list w/map and programming is available HERE.
Sonic the Hedgehog Gallery Movie PVC Diorama
A Diamond Select Toys release! This piece is sure to go fast! Based on the hit movie, this approximately 5-inch sculpture shows Sonic standing on one of Dr. Robotnik's drones, about to take off in a burst of speed, lightning crackling around him. Sculpted in a 1/6 scale, this statue features detailed sculpting and paint details. Designed by Joe Allard, sculpted by Varner Studios. (Item # JUN212279, SRP: $49.99)
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One of the first in-person events for 2021 was Summer Slime 4 hosted by Creature Bazaar. Summer Slime usually takes place during SDCC. SDCC was still a virtual convention back in July. Virtual cons aren't the best but given the circumstances it is what it is most shows had to do virtual cons or cancel/postpone in-person events until things were better. Check out our event coverage in our album HERE.
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2022! 2021 was slightly better than 2020 but there is still some uncertainty with all these covid variants. Towards the end of 2021 conventions and shows were being held. Our team opted to attend a couple of events this year as things have opened back up. A lot of things have changed in the past couple of years since the pandemic regarding our coverage of shows etc...We've been covering and posting a lot less in the past 2 years but hoping that we get this site back on track and that we can attend more shows this year. Collecting wise, we've probably collected less than in previous years. Have you been collecting more or less in the past 2 years?
Here's to 2022 being better for the convention/show industry and that we can safely attend shows like we did before the pandemic.
SAN DIEGO, CA – NOVEMBER 2021 – Comic-Con: Special Edition is excited to have the panel: Shang-Chi: Cultural Impact and Celebration of Fight Choreography at this year's fall event. Special guest Andy Le (Death Dealer) along with Joseph Le (action designer for Shang-Chi, director: Twisting Tiger, Martial Club, martial artist), and Brian Le (stunt performer: Shang-Chi, martial artist/actor Martial Club) will discuss with Jessica Tseang (international comics historian, AMC’s Secret History of Comics)
the process of bringing to life Marvel’s first-ever Asian superhero, as
well as reflect on the emotional journey of being a part of creating a
new kind of hero, a higher caliber of representation, and joining the
MCU blockbuster film roster.
The panel will be on Saturday, November 27, 2021, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, held in Room 29AB.
TUBI TAKES A TRIP TO COMIC-CON SPECIAL EDITION WITH “THE FREAK BROTHERS”
FRIDAY, NOV. 26 TO SUNDAY, NOV. 28
THE FREAK BROTHERS Fans Can Come Chill Out in the Iconic Basement, Charge their Phones,
Get FREAK-A-FIED, Take a Photo with the “FREAKS” and
Collect Mini Posters of their Favorite Characters at the San Diego Comic-Con Convention Center
WHAT: Tubi’s Hit Series, THE FREAK BROTHERS, takes a trip to San Diego Comic-Con
WHEN: Tubi’s THE FREAK BROTHERS Experience will be open to fans Nov. 26 (12:00-7:00
PM), Nov. 27 (9:00 AM-7:00 PM) and Nov. 28 (9:00 AM-5:00 PM)
WHERE: San Diego Bayfront Park, in front of the Hilton Bayfront Hotel, beside Hall H
ABOUT: Tubi’s THE FREAK BROTHERS is taking a road trip in “The FREAK-A-FIED Bus” to
Comic-Con Special Edition in San Diego. You won’t be able to miss it. This bus is rockin’...fully wrapped in THE FREAK BROTHERS’ psychedelic branding.
Fans can visit “THE FREAK BROTHERS Experience” at San Diego Bayfront Park, in front of the Hilton Bayfront Hotel, beside Hall H, for a little recharge and relaxation. We’ll have music from our own curated THE FREAK BROTHERS Spotify playlist and charging stations at our lounge area in front of the 42-foot “The FREAK-A-FIED Bus.” We’ll also have a dynamic photo backdrop with the cast of THE FREAK BROTHERS for a fun photo opp, once those phones are juiced up. Our “FREAK BROTHERS” team on the ground will also be giving away four (4) different character collectible mini-posters of guys and Kitty, as well as THE FREAK BROTHERS mint tins.
At THE FREAK BROTHERS Experience, fans also can become FREAK-A-FIED themselves, through an Instagram AR lens filter. With a raise of their eyebrows, the filter will be activated and will warp their eyes and lower their voice to fit the lifestyle of THE FREAK BROTHERS.
COMIC-CON MUSEUM TO LAUNCH EIGHT DECADES OF ARCHIE EXHIBIT
Comic-Con Museum Will Open Its Doors At This Year’s Comic-Con Special Edition Event Beginning Friday, November 26
Archie Comics will join Comic-Con International in launching their new Comic-Con Museum as one of the first exhibits as part of this weekend’s Comic-Con Special Edition in San Diego. “Eight Decades of Archie” will celebrate 80 years of Archie Comics and Riverdale hijinks. This world-premiere exhibition celebrates both the vast cultural legacy of Archie Comics over its 80-year span and the enduring appeal of its ever-evolving cast of typical American teenagers. Attendees will be welcomed to Riverdale through vintage comic books, original art, unique props and other exclusive memorabilia, all built to delight both the most ardent and casual Archie fans.
“It’s a joy to be able to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Archie Comics with Comic-Con International,” said Archie Comics CEO/Publisher Jon Goldwater. “The Archie Comics characters are an integral part of the global pop-culture tapestry and have inspired multiple generations of fans and readers since the early 1940s. The ‘Eight Decades of Archie’ exhibit is the perfect way to showcase Archie’s massive historical impact and the continued relevance of these characters and stories.” ’”
"It's such an honor to be working on this Eight Decades Of Archie pop-up as part of the Comic-Con Museum's inaugural season" said Patrick A. Reed, the exhibition's chief curator. "Given the longstanding relationship between Archie and Comic-Con, I can't imagine a better venue in which to tell this story – and do so in a way that engages both casual fans and long-time Archie aficionados!"
The Comic-Con Museum, which will celebrate the magic of Comic-Con year-round, is announcing its soft opening to the public on November 26 at noon. Located in San Diego's iconic Balboa Park the Museum is featuring six diverse, entertaining, educational and interactive exhibits. Special programming, screenings and a variety of special nighttime activities will be offered leading up to the summer of 2022 grand opening which will also feature the “Eight Decades of Archie” exhibit.
The soft opening of the Museum will occur while Comic-Con Special Edition – the first in-person gathering for San Diego Comic-Con fans since July 2019 – begins at the San Diego Convention Center. However, while Comic-Con Special Edition ends on Nov. 28, the Museum experience will continue throughout the year. Tickets for the Museum, available at https://museum.comic-con.org,
NETFLIX THANKS FANS WITH ‘FANSGIVING’
The campaign will celebrate and thank fans while also giving them a chance to win authentic and limited-edition reproductions of show props, VIP event experiences, and a lifetime subscription to Netflix.
