Category: Comic Con

Long Beach Comic Con 2017: NEW PANELS, NEW POLICIES, AND NEW GUESTS AT LBCC!
NEW PANELS ANNOUNCED
Here is a sneak peek at 6 of our panels that will be at LBBC 2017.
Full list coming soon! MANY more to come!
 
Spotlight:
MY LITTLE PONY’s
Tony Fleecs
LBCC welcomes MY LITTLE PONY writer/artist Tony Fleecs to this Long Beach Comic Con spotlight panel for pegasisters/bronies/fans of all ages! Legendary comics editor Barbara Randall Kesel interviews Tony, who will show off his art, tell stories, and answer fan questions.
Galaxy Quests:
The Humor of STAR TREK (and beyond!)
Humor was always an integral part of the original STAR TREK, but the influence of its comedy has permeated popular culture in new and unexpected ways. From SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE to GALAXY QUEST, THE BIG BANG THEORY to FREE ENTERPRISE to THE ORVILLE, and even BREAKING BAD and MAD MEN, our panel of Treksperts, comedians, and filmmakers discuss comedy in and about STAR TREK. 
Talking DEADPOOL
Long Beach Comic Con welcomes two of today’s top artists – Scott Koblish (DEADPOOL) and Todd Nauck (SPIDER-MAN/DEADPOOL) – to share stories of drawing the exploits of the beloved movie-star “Merc with a Mouth.” What’s the most disturbing thing they’ve ever been asked to draw? Did anything cross the line? Secrets WILL be revealed!
Music in Comics
Music in comics can sometimes be a losing proposition (hard to crank up the volume), but these creators have made it work. Join writer/artist Chynna Clugston Flores (BLUE MONDAY), writer Alex Segura (ARCHIE MEETS RAMONES), and Burger Records founders Sean Bohrman and Lee Rickard for a freewheeling playlist of a panel.
Spotlight:
Dave Gibbons 
The acclaimed co-creator of WATCHMEN and THE SECRET SERVICE (adapted into the movies KINGSMEN and KINGSMEN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE) and artist on dozens of others takes part in a wide-ranging conversation about his career, including some of his famous collaborators, his work on superhero titles in America and the UK, and the upcoming return to print of his creator-owned title THE ORIGINALS in 2018.
Filipino Americans in Comics and Animation
Filam Creative hosts this unique panel that will take a look at the contributions of Filipino Americans in comics and animation. Join special guests Whilce Portacio (Creator of Bishop, WETWORKS, artist on X-MEN, X-FACTOR, and smany more), Leo Partible (animation and comic-book writer), Van Partible (creator of JOHNNY BRAVO), and other special guests as they talk about the history of Filipinos in comics/animation, their own contributions to the arts, how they got their start, and much more.
IMPORTANT POLICY UPDATES
 Weapons Policy Update
In response to the growing concerns of attendees, guests, and exhibitors of Long Beach Comic Con, we have re-visited our prop weapons guidelines and will be instituting new rules to better ensure the safety and peace of mind of all who attend.


Our primary policy change will be prohibiting the use of any prop with the appearance of a gun.

You’ll find the rest of our guidelines are much as they were before with metal-bladed weapons, blunt weapons, hard prop replica weapons made of metal, wood, fiberglass, and glass not allowed on the premises.

Personal defense items like pepper spray are also forbidden. We urge cosplayers and fans to read over our guidelines carefully and completely before coming to Long Beach Comic Con to avoid having to return items to your vehicle.

Please expect to have all approved prop weapons checked upon entry. Once approved, they must remain visibly tagged for the duration of your visit at the convention center.

Bag Check
In an effort to improve safety at Long Beach Comic Con, we will be implementing a bag policy for all attendees, guests, and exhibitors. Although there is no restriction the size or type of bag you may bring to the con, every bag must be thoroughly checked by security prior to entering the convention center.
With your assistance and cooperation, we will continue to keep all MAD Event Management conventions fun and safe for everyone.

Enjoy the show!

For more information on our policies please click HERE

 
PHOTO OPS
This is your moment, you and your favorite celebrity in a photo together and it has to be great. At Epic Photo Ops we make sure you get an amazing photo each and every time.
 Epic Photo Ops will be onsite at LBCC 2017 to make sure you get an amazing photo each and every time.
Yes, they have all the best technology, but they also have that personal touch.
Each photo is reviewed by a human being to check for blinks and make sure that the crop is just right.
If it isn’t, they will make it right. That’s just how they roll.
For a full list of celebrity photo ops or to purchase yours, click HERE
COSPLAY CONTEST
Registration is now open for our Cosplay Contest!
Entries for the 2017 Long Beach Comic Con Cosplay Contest will include several categories. We will have trophies for the following categories:

-Best in Show
-Best Fabrication (Sculpting & building)
-Best Construction (Sewing & use of fabric)
-Best Hero
-Best Villain
-Best Sci-Fi
-Best Anime
-Best Group or Couple
-Best Kid

To register, click HERE
NEW GUESTS

www.longbeachcomiccon.com

Long Beach Comic Con 2017: BURGER CON, PHOTO OPS, AND NEW PANELS ANNOUNCED!

 
NEW GUESTS
NEW PANELS
SNEAK PEEK: 3 NEW LBBC 2017 PANELS
FULL AGENDA RELEASED THIS SATURDAY!

STAR WARS Prop and Costume Making
with the 501st Legion SATURDAY
The 501st Legion and Rebel Legion are screen-accurate Star Wars Costuming Clubs – the 501st, the Bad Guys and the Rebel Legion, the Good Guys. We are approved by Lucasfilm and Disney to bear the name of Star Wars to conduct charity events for thousands of organizations worldwide.
We provide costumers for an array of charity events including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Relay for Life, the Oscars, and more. Come to this panel to learn more details about the clubs’ mission and how you can become a member.
The Expanding Universe of Video Games
SATURDAY
Story in video games is frequently extended into prose publishing, graphic novels, tabletop games, and merchandise.
Cryptozoic co-CEO John Nee moderates an extraordinary panel with writers Marv Wolfman, Flint Dille, Shawn Kittlesen, and Francesca Smith, all of whom have experience telling stories that expand narratives beyond the original games.
The Present and Future of Digital Comics 
SUNDAY

The acclaimed co-creator of WATCHMEN and THE SECRET SERVICE (adapted into the movies KINGSMEN and KINGSMEN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE) and artist on dozens of others takes part in a wide-ranging conversation about his career, including some of his famous collaborators, his work on superhero titles in America and the UK, and the upcoming return to print of his creator-owned title THE ORIGINALS in 2018.
BURGER CON
Tickets to Burger Con are not included in the
Weekend or Saturday passes for LBCC & must be purchased separately. Click the link above to get yours today! 
Show Schedule:
5:00-6:00pm DJ Don Bolles
6:05-6:35pm White Fang
6:45-7:30pm The Zeros
7:40-8:25pm Dwarves
8:45-10:00pm Nobunny
BURGER CON ANNOUNCEMENT
BOOK YOUR PHOTO OPS TODAY!
 Epic Photo Ops will be onsite at Long Beach Comic Con 2017
to make sure you get an amazing photo!
Each photo is reviewed to check for blinks and make
sure that the crop is just right.
If it isn’t, they will do whatever it takes to make it right!
That’s just how they roll.
For a full list of celebrity photo ops and to purchase yours, click HERE

Long Beach Comic Con 2017: CONTESTS, LIFETIME PASSES, NEW GUESTS, AND MORE!
NEW GUESTS ANNOUNCED
Veteran actor Herbert Jefferson Jr , born in San dersville, Georgia, raised in Jersey City, New Jersey, and adopted by the City of New York has been seen in legitimate Theater on Broadway, Off- Broadway, and Regional Theater across the country. He is probably best known for his role as Lt. Boomer, the ace fighter pilot from the original Battlestar Galactica television series. In his over 4 decades in show business, his many score other television series guest starring appearances include “T.J. Hooker”, Knight Rider”, “Airwolf”, “McCloud”, Columbo”, “Dukes of Hazzard,”Rich Man, Poor Man”, and “Quincy” to name but a few. Feature film credits include “Apollo 13”, “Outbreak”, “Detroit 9000″, Star Trek: Of God’s and Men”, and “Star Trek: Renegades”.
Harley Quinn SLC is a cosplay hobbiest, YouTuber & Twitch Affiliate Video Game Streamer from Salt Lake City, UT. Her most recognizable cosplay is her best costume award winning Harley Quinn from the video game series Batman: Arkham Knight. She is also known for performing the voice of Harley Quinn inspired by Batman: The Animated Series, which was also featured on DC All Access. She does many cosplay renditions of Harley Quinn, including a mashup of Lara Croft/Harley Quinn & Many, many More!
Member of the world renowned Samoan Dynasty, a WWE Hall of Famer, former WWE Intercontinental Champion, and multiple Tag Team champion. Has starred in “Sandy Wexler” and is nominated for a Stuntmans Award for his role in “Kingdom of Gladiators : The Tournament
Ron Marz has been writing comics for more than two decades, starting his career with a lengthy run on Silver Surfer for Marvel. Since then, he has worked for virtually every major publisher and compiled a long list of credits, including stints on Thor for Marvel, Green Lantern and Superboy for DC, Star Wars for Dark Horse, and as a staff writer for CrossGen Comics. He also penned the historic Marvel vs. DC crossover.
Tanya Harrison is the Director of Research at Arizona State University NewSpace Initiative and will be one of the panelists at LBCC. She will be discussing The Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity. Join us to find out multiple team members how the rover is doing, what it’s been up to, and how they control the day to day life of Opportunity.
Shannon Eric Denton is a veteran writer and artist with credits at Cartoon Network, Warner Bros., Showtime, Jerry Bruckheimer Films, NBC, Disney, Sony, ToyBiz, Marvel Entertainment, FoxKids, Paramount, CBS, Dimension Films, DC Comics and Nickelodeon. He is a producer on Alan Tudyk and Nathan Fillion’s CON MAN THE SERIES on the SyFy Channel.
 C3 returning to Long Beach!
C3 is a one day conference aimed at connecting comics professionals and creatives with opportunities in publishing, film, television and beyond.The format will be a series of informative panels and workshops hosted by industry leaders in both publishing and entertainment in a professional setting.

For tickets and more information click HERE
Friends for Life!
A Lifetime Passes allow for you to attend every Long Beach Comic Con for life!!! It also Provides full access to the exhibit hall and programming sessions on both days. Get one while you can, Lifetime Passes are LIMITED!

For more information click HERE
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Bernina is the Official Sponsor of this years Cosplay Costume Contest!
Yelp is the Official Check-In App of LBCC2017!
CONTESTS
OUR JULY CONTEST WINNER
yeni_boo 
For our July Contest we had a USA Themed Costume Contest and the winner was chosen by you, the people!
She stole the show with a whopping 151 Votes! Congratulations Yeni!

Check her out HERE
   Didn’t Win? Don’t Worry!
We will be hosting another contest this month for a chance to win tickets to LBCC!
Follow us on Facebook,Instagram, and Twitter to be the first to get details about this months contest!

Long Beach Comic Con 2017: Happy National Friendship Day from LBCC Offer!

Happy National Friends Day from Long Beach Comic Con!
BUY 2 TICKETS SAVE $10 by using promo code “LBFriends“

Hurry! Offer expires on Monday, August 7th! GET YOUR LBCC TICKET HERE!


 Join the Cosplay Contest!

One of the most celebrated aspects of the Long Beach Comic shows, the Cosplay Contest features over 50 of the best cosplay costumes for all ages in Southern California. Judged by a panel of well-known Cosplayers, prizes are awarded in multiple categories.

Registration is now open! Grab your sidekick and sign up to win Best “Dynamic Duo” category!

Click here to apply! Participation is on a first come first serve basis. Only 60 stage slots are available so act quick!


Book Hotel Room Today!

For your convenience, we have arranged for a discounted group rate of $189 single/double (plus applicable taxes and fees). All guests are invited to secure their accommodations online.

HURRY! Book Now! The hotel is almost sold out! Rooms are available on a first come first served basis and discounted rate is based upon availability until Monday, August 7th!

ACT NOW! Reserve Today!

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Long Beach Comic Con 2017: Comic Creator Conference – Guest Line Up Announced!


Be Sure to Check out the Guests and Agenda for Comic Creator Conference!

GUESTS TO INCLUDE:
 

Get your C3 Pass Here!

C3 promises to once again be an event designed to connect professional comic creatives with other high-level industry professionals to empower them with exclusive and personal insight, as well as directly connecting them with decision makers, peers, publishers, and other leaders within the industry.

Long Beach Comic Con 2017: More Guests & Events Announced!

Many guests are being announced everyday for Long Beach Comic Con 2017! 

Check out their full guest list! 

http://longbeachcomiccon.com/guests/

Book Hotel Room Today! 

Discounted group rates of $189 single/double (plus applicable taxes and fees). All guests are invited to secure their accommodations online or by phone. Rates will remain in effect until August 15th, 2017. However, please note that the discounted group block is subject to availability and is not guaranteed. 

Rooms are available on a first come first served basis, so be sure to book your room early! Book your room now! 

http://longbeachcomiccon.com/hotel-rooms/

Le Geek So Chic Fashion Show 

The latest in Nerd Fashion is presented by top-level chic and geeky designers, and displayed by male and female models of all shapes and sizes. The fashion show is designed to give a sneak peek into the latest trends from up and comers who are on the verge of breaking into the fashion world. 

Special designer guests: Robin Walker, A Red Thread Linda Heredia, 1138 Clothing Jen Egermeier, Commons Only Elizabeth Yda, Miss Alphabet Steven Lopez, Hartache & Camille Falciola, Frakkin Frocks 

http://longbeachcomiccon.com/cosplay-contest/

Cosplay Contest 

One of the most celebrated aspects of the Long Beach Comic shows, the Cosplay Contest features over 50 of the best cosplay costumes for all ages in Southern California. Judged by a panel of well-known Cosplayers, prizes are awarded in multiple categories. 

Registration is now open! Click here to apply! Participation is on a first come first serve basis. Only 60 stage slots are available so act quick! 

 Trophy prizes will be rewarded to Best in Show, Best Fabrication, Best Construction, Best Couple/Group, Best SciFi, Best Anime, Best Villlain, Best Hero and Best Kid! 

Interested in Exhibiting?

COSPLAY CORNER ARE SOLD OUT! To see a full list of those who are already signed up for Long Beach Comic Con, click here! Join the September show! To apply, fill out this form and send it to Andrew Menseses at ameneses@madeventmanagement.com!