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PORTSMOUTH INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF COMICS portsmouthcomiccon.co.uk MEDIA & TRADE PACK INTRODUCING Portsmouth International Comic Con is a new, independent comic book and pop culture event, set to bring the best in entertainment to the UK’s South Coast in May 2018. The brainchild of Portsmouth Guildhall and Tripwire Magazine, the convention will feature guest panels, signings, showcases, competitions, cosplay, special events and merchandise, meaning there is something for everyone across the weekend. The weekend is set to be the biggest comic con on the south coast, with a projected 10,000 visitors descending upon the historic Portsmouth Guildhall for the event. The show will also celebrate the 80th anniversary of the first appearance of Superman, the art of HBO’s Game of Thrones, go behind the scenes on Doctor Who and it will also pay tribute to the art of comics in general. Portsmouth International Comic Con will feature artists from all over the world, including French artists like Bengal and Claire Wendling, British artists Laurence Campbell and Mark Buckingham, Rafael Albuquerque from Brazil and American artists such Tommy Lee Edwards and Gene Ha. ABOUT... Portsmouth Guildhall Described as the “Beating Heart” of the city, Portsmouth Guildhall is the area’s premier entertainment venue, and one of the most dramatic additions to the city’s horizon. Best known for playing host to artists including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, and more recently Oasis and Gorillaz, Portsmouth Guildhall offers more than just legendary concerts. Portsmouth Guildhall attracts 260,000 visitors a year, attending over 780 events including large annual festivals / conventions including Portsmouth Beer Festival, Portsmouth Tattoo Convention, Cheese Fest, Portsmouth Comedy Festival and much more.
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