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fridayprogramming fridayprogramming FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29TH 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Jackendoff as he talks with comic kingpin Marv WEBCOMICS: LIGHTING ROUND! Wolfman (Teen Titans), veteran comic writer WRITERS WORKSHOP PRESENTED by Seaside Lobby and editor Barbara Randall Kesel (Watchman, ASPEN Comics Thinking of starting a webcomic, or just curious Hellboy), comic writer Jimmy Palmiotti (Jonah Room 301 as to how the world of webcomics differs Hex), Tom Pinchuk (Hybrid Bastards) and Mickey Join comic book writers J.T. Krul, Scott Lobdell, from print counter-parts? Join these three Neilson (World of Warcraft). David Schwartz, David Wohl, Frank Mastromauro, webcomics pros [Harvey-nominated Dave Kellett and Vince Hernandez as they discuss the ins and (SheldonComics.com /DriveComic.com), Eisner- HOW TO SURVIVE AS AN ARTIST outs of writing stories for comics. Also, learn tips nominated David Malki (Wondermark.com) and WITH Scott Koblish of the trade firsthand from these experienced Bill Barnes (Unshelved.com / NotInventedHere. Room 301 writers as they detail the pitfalls and challenges of com)] as they take you through a 25-minute A panel focusing on the lifelong practical questions breaking into the industry. Also, they will answer guided tour of how to make webcomics work an artist faces. Scott Koblish gives you tips on questions directly in this special intimate workshop as a hobby, part-time job, or full-time career. how to navigate a career that can be fraught with that aspiring writers will not want to miss. Then the action really heats up: 20 minutes of unusual stress. With particular attention paid to fast-paced Q&A, designed to transmit as much thinking about finances in a realistic way, stressing 5 p.m.-7 p.m. information as fast as possible! Each of the three your flexibility in approaching assignments, what Secret Origin: The Story OF DC Comics panelists gets just 20 seconds to give succinct, projects can be worth doing (if they don’t pay well), Seaside Ballroom A to-the-point answers to as many Webcomics how to focus on your goals and what to think about Behind the amazing tales of Superman, Batman and questions as the audience can bring! when you run across blind alleys and uncertainty. Wonder Woman is the equally impressive story of the challenges, creativity and triumphs of the company SO YOU WANT to BE A 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. that brought those characters to life. Join Warner COMIC BOOK RETAILER? JEPH LOEB SIGNING Home Video and DC Entertainment for a pre-release Seaside Ballroom B Signing area screening of the all-new documentary, Secret Origin: Your first steps to having your very own comic The Story of DC Comics, a compelling insider’s book store start right here! This convention 4 p.m.-4:45 p.m. tale and a 75th anniversary celebration filled with tradition is always a lively and fun discussion of LISTEN TO JIMMY PALMIOTTI – interviews, archival footage and a dazzling parade of the brick and mortar basics of launching your own AMANDA CONNER SPOTLIGHT riveting, splashy DC covers. Secret Origin is narrated career as a comic book specialty retailer. You have Seaside Lobby by Ryan Reynolds, and will be distributed by Warner questions? ComicsPRO’s panel of experienced Jimmy Palmiotti (Jonah Hex) brings his popular Home Video on November 9, 2010. retailers has answers! Hosted by Joe Field “Listen to Jimmy Palmoitti” blog live during this (ComicsPRO president, Flying Colors Comics, spotlight panel with his better half and artist 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Concord, CA) with fellow retailers Carr D’Angelo extraordinaire – Amanda Conner (Power Girl). Learn HAMLET VS. MACBETH: THE ORIGINAL (Earth-2 Comics, Sherman Oaks and Northridge, what’s coming up next for the comic industry’s favorite SHAKESPEAREAN SMACKdown! CA), Thomas Gaul (Corner Store Comics & Beach couple including, a surprise guest who may drop by. Seaside Lobby Ball Comics, Orange County, CA), and Derrick Its swords, guns and wrasslin’ as two of the bard’s Taylor (Comic Oasis, Las Vegas, NV). IDW Publishing - SneAK PEAK AT 2011 legendary characters compete for the same stage, Seaside Ballroom B chewing the scenery and each other. Who will Comics AND Pro WRESTLING: Join top IDW editors for an inside look at what triumph in this Crap of the Titans? Will it be Hamlet, Not-SO-STRANGE BEDFellows this premier publishing has in store for 2011, who stands for truth, justice and the Scandinavian Room 301 including details about the massive zombie event, way, or Macbeth, the crudest, rudest Scotsman Some have called the spectacle of pro wrestling INFESTATION, and awesome new projects. lookin’ like a fool with his kilt on the ground? Throw a “comic book come to life.” That is not so far in MacB’s deadly dame, one cross-dressing Danish from the truth. From the heroics of Hulk Hogan, 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. queen, and some seriously warped show tunes to antiheroes such as John Cena, and villains like Ric MIKE MIGNOLA SIGNING round out a show that will answer once and for all Flair, come and explore the parallels that exist in Signing area who is the bard’s best bad boy! You may even end up character development and storyline advancement in a stand-in role on stage! between these outrageous forms of narrative, 5 p.m.-5:45 p.m. presented by architects from both worlds, and TIM SALE SPOTLIGHT 7 p.m. featuring personalities from Mach One Professional Seaside Ballroom B 2010 FRIENDS OF LULU AWARDS Wrestling of the famed National Wrestling Alliance. Master draftsman, Tim Sale (Batman: The Long Seaside Ballroom B Halloween, Captain America: White, Heroes) treats The Lulu Awards recognizes the people and 3 p.m.-3:45 p.m. fans to this “Spotlight” panel showcasing his long projects that helped to open eyes and minds to IMAGE COMICS career and critically acclaimed body of work as the amazing comic and cartooning work by and/ Seaside Ballroom B well as a look into what’s coming up in the future. or about women. This year awards will be given Come join a smorgasbord of Image Comics’ finest Moderated by ComicCraft’s Richard Starkings. for categories including “Best Female Character,” creators for a roundtable discussion of creator- “Best Kid-Friendly Work,” and “Lulu Of The Year.” owned comics and how the ability to do whatever ZAP! -- AND THERE WAS LIGHT! you want while writing or drawing a comic Robert CRUMB’S “THE BOOK OF 8 p.m. book enhances the creative experience. After GENESIS IllustrATED” DARK COUNTRY 3-D SCREENING discussion, you’ll get a chance to ask your favorite Seaside Lobby Seaside Ballroom A creators about their creative process during Q&A. The 2010 Harvey Award winning book for best artist Please join us in Seaside Ballroom A on Friday, is a unique blend of pop culture sensibilities with October 29th @ 8pm for a special 3D screening COMIC WRITING 101 - COMIC BOOK scrupulous research and fidelity to text. Panelists will of Thomas Jane’s directorial debut DARK SUNDAY! discuss the artistic, cultural, historical, and theological COUNTRY starring Thomas Jane, Lauren German Seaside Lobby impact of Crumb’s highly acclaimed -- and highly and Ron Perlman. Dark Country is a twisted, Presents a discussion about writing and working controversial! – Best-selling adaptation of the first psycho-noir about a couple forced to deal with in the comic biz, and most important, what book in the Bible. Sponsored by The Christian Comic a body en route from Vegas, and the dangerous you need to know to break in. Join Benjamin Arts Society; moderator: Buzz Dixon. truth that body may reveal. Don’t miss it! * Programming subject to change. LONG BEACH COMIC CON 2010 17 saturdayprogramming saturdayprogramming SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30TH 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Superman/Shazam: EXclusive Premiere! SupermAN/ The Return of SHAZAM: The Return OF BLACK AdAM Black Adam Seaside Ballroom A Be among the first public audience to see the entire, all-new Superman/Shazam: The Return of Black Adam, the anchoring piece of the DC Showcase Animated Shorts Collection. Starring the voices of George Newbern, Jerry O’Connell, James Garner and Arnold Vosloo, the 24-minute short depicts the first Billy Batson adventure as Captain Marvel – with a little help from Superman, and a major obstacle in the form of Black Adam. Warner Home Video releases the DC Showcase Animated Shorts Collection on November 9, 2010. Plus special Surprise feature! 11 a.m.-11:45 a.m. COMIC BOOK SUNDAY! covers the history of the television series that Anime as we showcase the highly anticipated, PRESENTS MARV WOLFMAN introduced a generation to anime, and discusses full-length pilot episode of Iron Man, set to air on Seaside Ballroom B new releases in the wake of the announcement G4 in 2011. In addition to the screening, we will Neo Edmund sits down with the titan himself Marv of the live action feature film. be featuring an exclusive first look at upcoming Wolfman for a one on one chat about all things designs produced by the world-renowned comics, video games, and the Wolfman’s amazing 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Japanese animation studio, MADHOUSE -- whose career in spanning nearly four decades, from Teen TIM SALE SIGNING notable films include hits such as: Ninja Scrolland Titans to his current work on God of War, and Signing area The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. more projects than we could possibly ever list. 1 p.m.-1:45 p.m. MIKE MIGNOLA SPOTLIGHT Webcomics AdvocATES 50 QUESTIONS IN 50 MINUTES WITH Seaside Ballroom B GET-together MARK WAID “Hellboy” creator and superstar artist, Mike Seaside Lobby Seaside Ballroom B Mignola hosts this special “Spotlight” panel giving The guys from WebcomicsAdvocates.com will Mark Waid, superstar comics writer and BOOM! fans an inside look at his award winning career.