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Replicas, mash-ups and more: Upcoming Star Wars collectibles from here at Celebration
Star Wars collectibles from Sideshow Collectibles, EFX Collectibles, Kotobukiya, Diamond Select Toys, Bandai, and Regal Robot
May 27, 2022
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Star Wars Celebration 2022 convention floor walkthrough
Join Popverse as we walk through the convention floor at Star Wars Celebration
May 27, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Andi Watson on The Book Tour, Kerry and the Knight of the Forest, and comics for kids vs. adults
In this interview, Andi Watson talks to Popverse about his long-spanning career from independent comics to big five publishing.
May 27, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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"I don't like sand"; What Anakin Skywalker really meant by that memorable line in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
Revisiting Star Wars' "I don't like sand" line in the wake of Attack of the Clones' 20th anniversary
May 27, 2022
Alex Jaffe
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How Miles Morales grew from a legacy Spider-Man into his own unique hero
What makes Miles Morales unique as Spider-Man?
May 27, 2022
Reid Carter
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Popverse ProfileDevaki Neogi on finding comics as a kid, her favorite podcasts, and what's next
Devaki Neogi chats all about how she built her career, what she's learned from comics, and what kind of work she wants to do next
May 27, 2022
Gary Catig
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ReviewStar Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi episodes 1 and 2 full of some repetition, some surprise, and an exciting new villain
"The time of the Jedi is over."
May 27, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Jeehyung Lee delves into our own individual Hells in Gumaa: The Beginning of Her
Gumaa: JeeHyung Lee launches his supernatural horror story
May 26, 2022
Sam Stone
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Spider-Man 2099: A guide to Marvel Comics' cyberpunk superhero
The cyberpunk world of Marvel 2099 has its own Spider-Man, with Miguel O’Hara as his world’s webslinging hero. With the character set to play a major role in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, here’s everything you need to know about the futuristic superhero.
May 26, 2022
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"The Impossible Dream": DC World's Finest and Once & Future artist Dan Mora opens up about his career
For some he's an overnight success after becoming one of DC's preeminent Batman artists, but it took a long while for Dan Mora to get here
May 25, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Great Hera!Diana & Me: a personal essay by Wonder Woman voice actor Susan Eisenberg
The iconic voice of Wonder Woman in the Justice League and Justice League Unlimited explains who Wonder Woman is, in her own words
May 25, 2022
Susan Eisenberg
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The ten best needle drops in the history of superhero movies
Needle drops are a dime a dozen nowadays, but these are the best ones
May 24, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Why Patsy Walker is one of the most important characters in the Marvel Universe
Is Patsy Walker Marvel's Archie? Or is she even more important?
May 23, 2022
Joshua Lapin-Bertone
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Marvel's The Avengers film and the MCU 10 years later
Looking back at the unfulfilled potential of The Avengers, 10 years later
May 23, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Popverse Profile: Jeremy Holt opens up about identity and finding themself as a comics writer
Jeremy Holt, writer of Marvel's Voices: Identity, Made in Korea, more
May 20, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Every Lucy Knisley comic and why you should read each one
A detailed list of every single Lucy Knisley comic and why you should read it
May 20, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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"I feel like part of me is still 14": Lucy Knisley on Apple Crush and adolescence
Lucy Knisley on writing fiction vs. non-fiction, Apple Crush, and her love of diagrams
May 20, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Star Wars: How Attack of the Clones inspired a cadre of Clone Trooper cosplayers
Episode II was the catalyst for cosplayers to create Clone Trooper suits.
May 20, 2022
Andrew Liptak
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"I used to pine to be a Dark Horse creator" Brian Michael Bendis on Dark Horse, Naomi, & creator-owned titles
Brian Michael Bendis chats what's coming next in his career
May 19, 2022
Kat Calamia
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Feel the excitement of attending a convention with ReedPop's Hall Pass video series
Join comedian/baker Jessica Grant as she plays tour guide to the world of New York Comic Con with Hall Pass
May 19, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Asian and Asian American graphic novels for kids of all ages
A list of ten great graphic novels by Asian and Asian American comics creators in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month
May 19, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Raina Telgemeier opens up about her last few years, and letting "life-stuff" happen
The Smile and Guts author shares what's made her smile recently in comics and film
May 19, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Dark Crisis - digging up the roots of the DC summer event that's been building for 40+ years
DC Comics' future starts here… but it’s been coming for quite some time.
May 18, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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What your Star Wars lightsaber color says about you
Everything you've ever wanted to know about lightsaber colors and symbolism in Star Wars
May 18, 2022
Alex Jaffe
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Rest easy, here's what you need to know about That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
Everything you need to know about the light novel-turned-manga-turned anime hit That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
May 18, 2022
Sam Stone
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Everything we know about Obi-Wan Kenobi's exile on Tatooine
This is just about everything we know about Obi-Wan Kenobi after he lost everything – all but a single hope for the galaxy’s future
May 18, 2022
Alex Jaffe
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C2E2 2021 | Metal Gear Solid: A Q&A With David Hayter and Christopher Randolph
The cast of one of the most iconic video games of all time is hitting the Windy City!
May 18, 2022
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C2E2 2021 | Tis the Season: Hack the Holidays (and Save Your Sanity)!
Join us for holiday clips — and transformative tips — to mobilize your mental health!
May 18, 2022
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Meet Kareem AKA Red Dagger, the OTHER new MCU hero debuting in Disney+'s Ms. Marvel
All you need to know about Red Dagger before watching Ms. Marvel
May 18, 2022
Gary Catig
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America Chavez: Get to know MCU's next big hero and her surprising Marvel Comics origins (yes, that's plural)
Many people met America Chavez for the first time with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, but you have yet to really get to know her - we'll help
May 18, 2022
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness: What to watch and read before (and after) the MCU film
The comics, film, and TV to conjure up to get the full Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness experience
May 17, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Obi-Wan Kenobi: Say Hello there to some our favorite Star Wars cosplays
These are the Obi-Wan Kenobi cosplays you're looking for
May 16, 2022
Andrew Liptak
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Doctor Strange: Cosplay as the Sorcerer Supreme from Marvel's Multiverse of Madness
Want to cosplay Doctor Strange? Then check out this guide!
May 06, 2022
Ani-Mia
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Doctor Strange cosplayer wows Benedict Cumberbatch at Multiverse of Madness premiere
Cosplayer Cumbermatch, known for his near-identical appearance to Benedict Cumberbatch, showed up to surprise the man himself!
May 05, 2022
Kelsey Endter
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Star Trek cosplay: How to boldly go to the next strange new world... of costume design
Want to create your own red shirt? Or perhaps Captain Kirk? Then check out this guide!
April 19, 2022
Ani-Mia
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Game of Thrones: Sansa's coronation dress gets a breathtaking remake
Meet Beth Malcolm, the cosplayer making a nearly-identical replica of Sansa's dress from the Game of Thrones finale, The Iron Throne.
April 13, 2022
Kelsey Endter
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Cosplay etiquette for conventions and online
Here's what you should and should not say to cosplayers, wherever you encounter them.
April 08, 2022
Kelsey Endter
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DC's Batman: Cosplayers on the evolution of the Batsuit
What makes the Bat-man Batman?
April 06, 2022
Andrew Liptak
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8 Catwoman Cosplayers Sharing Her Iconic Looks In Film & Television
Check out these cosplayers as Catwoman throughout the years.
April 05, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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Cosplay Central Crown Championships Rules & Updates 2023
Take a look at the updated rules and circuit for 2023’s competition.
March 25, 2022
Emma Farnworth
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Hunger Games cosplays to celebrate the film's 10th anniversary
The Hunger Games film series turns 10 this year and we are celebrating with these 13 incredible cosplayers.
March 23, 2022
Kendra Beltran
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Ms. Marvel: Cosplay the MCU's biggest new star
Here's our guide to cosplaying Ms Marvel from the upcoming Marvel show.
March 17, 2022
Ani-Mia
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Wolf Pack's Chase Liefeld and C2E2 panel livestreaming news is coming to Enter the Popverse
The second-generation star Chase Liefeld talks about Wolf Pack and more on Enter the Popverse
March 17, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Star Wars: An up-close look at the villainous Inquisitors (and their costumes)
Here's our guide to the Inquisitor's costumes from the Star Wars universe.
March 16, 2022
Andrew Liptak
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Black cosplayers on characters and representation In pop culture media
Cosplayers are standing up for more Black-centric pop culture in media.
February 28, 2022
Kendra Beltran
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How cosplay keeps the romance alive for three couples this Valentine's Day
Couples that cosplay together, slay together.
February 14, 2022
Kendra Beltran
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Frozone to Frozen: cosplayer rocks Elsa cosplay amid snowstorms
Viral Frozone cosplayer keeps it cool the second year in a row by transforming into Elsa.
February 04, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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League of Legends' Arcane: How to re-create those Vi and Caitlyn looks in your real life with cosplay
These Vi and Caitlyn cosplayers share their guides to recreating their Arcane cosplays.
January 31, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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Can cosplay be a job? Some helpful tips to answer that question
Want to add cosplay to your professional resume? Here's some tips to help!
January 28, 2022
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Belle anime: How to cosplay as the heroine of this Beauty & The Beast remake
This new Japanese animated movie has some truly incredible costumes looking to be recreated.
January 27, 2022
Ani-Mia
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Star Wars cosplay: Boba Fett cosplayers have recreated every one of his costumes
Ahead of The Book of Boba Fett's premiere on Disney+, we take a look at the many faces of the galaxy's most notorious bounty hunter
January 25, 2022
Andrew Liptak
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Catwoman: How to cosplay as The Batman's Zoë Kravitz
Here is our buyer's guide to getting your own Catwoman cosplay for the new Batman movie!
January 24, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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A father & son Green Goblin cosplay based on Spider-Man: No Way costume goes viral
Logandominiccosplay and his father recreated Norman Osborn's Green Goblin.
January 18, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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Star Wars: Tusken Raider costumes are expensive! Here's how to make your own
Hey Star Wars fans, here a full (free!) guide into creating your very own Tusken Raider cosplay.
January 14, 2022
Andrew Liptak
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Suicide Squad's Peacemaker: cosplay as your favorite DC Comics D-Lister
This guide will give you all the tips and tricks to putting together a Suicide Squad costume that will make John Cena proud
January 13, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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Best cosplay prop materials to start crafting your own accessories
Prop making doesn't have to be daunting as long as you have the proper supplies!
January 12, 2022
Trent Cannon
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This Encanto Dress Is Both Stunning and Accurate To The Disney Film
Meet Philip Odango, the man behind this famous Encanto dress.
January 11, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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Encanto: 9 cosplay costumes from the Disney animated movie to enchant you
Disney's Encanto characters come to life as cosplayers make material magic
January 10, 2022
Lexi Ginn
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C2E2 2021 | Garth Ennis Spotlight
Creator of The Boys, Preacher and so much more! With genre-defining runs on books like Punisher, Hellblazer, and Hitman, Garth Ennis has done it all. And he's coming to C2E2! Don't miss this spotlight panel as Ennis talks about his creations and discusses his iconic comics career!
December 16, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Cosplay Central Showcase at C2E2
The Cosplay Showcase is where fans and cosplayers can showcase their craftsmanship in style. This event is open to all cosplayers and is an opportunity for fans of all levels to strut their stuff in their hand made costumes on the main stage. The Cosplay Showcase will take place on Sunday. There are prizes (for over 18s only) but cosplayers are free to take part just for fun if they do not wish to be judged. Family Groups and Juniors (13-17) are welcome to take part.
December 16, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Giancarlo Esposito Spotlight
Giancarlo Esposito is taking the Windy City by storm! That's right, he's making his way to the C2E2 main stage to talk about his incredible career and most memorable roles. From Breaking Bad to The Boys to The Mandalorian, Giancarlo will be on hand to answer your questions! Don't miss it!
December 16, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Q&A with your Anime Faves
Join some of your favorite anime voice actors from shows like Dr. Stone, Sailor Moon, My Hero Academia, Boruto, and more as they discuss their time voicing iconic characters and answering fan questions! Featuring Cristina Vee, Amanda C. Miller, Justin Briner, and Kristen McGuire.
December 16, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Competing in Cosplay
Ever wonder what it takes to compete and win a cosplay competition? In this panel, you'll learn the ins and outs of competing in costume. Learn how to prepare, what to expect, and even how to take home the gold!
December 16, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Muck It Up: Intro to finishing distressing and aging techniques
Looking to add that extra bit of realism to your prop or armor and not sure where to start? We will go over techniques on how to prep and finish your prop and then basic acrylic and oil paint washes highlighting and lowlighting techniques airbrushing battle damage rusting and more! At the end of this, you will be armed to sufficiently muck up your clean work to better bring out its realism!
December 16, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Ming Chen & Jeremy Wein: How to Conquer The World by Starting a Podcast (and Maybe Get Your Own TV Show)
Jeremy Wein founded and ran the New York City Podcast Festival for six years. Ming Chen runs Podcast Studio "A Shared Universe" and was on a little show named Comic Book Men. Join them for a discussion and Q&A about the world of podcasting, and how to take over that world with YOUR podcast. If you ask a good enough question you might even get a prize (that prize may or may not have anything to do with podcasting).
December 16, 2021
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Spider-Man: How to make your own Spider-Man cosplay
Wanting to create your own Spider-Man cosplay? Then check out these tips!
December 14, 2021
Ani-Mia
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Spider-Man: Cosplay Marvel's multiverse-hopping webhead as seen in No Way Home
Wanting to create your own Spider-Man cosplay from No Way Home? Then check out these tips!
December 14, 2021
Ani-Mia
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C2E2 2021 | Caped Crusaders: Creators Talk About Crime Alleys and Dark Knights
From dark alleys to devious villains, these creators have seen it all. Hear from a panel of experts as they dive into the Caped Crusader himself and discuss tales of the Dark Knight and his immense supporting cast. Featuring Stephanie Phillips (Harley Quinn), Tim Seeley (Nightwing), Joelle Jones (Batman, Catwoman), and Brian Azzarello (Batman: Damned) .
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | From Sidekick to Superstar The Transformation of a Harlequin
From sidekick to one of the most popular characters in the world, this panel will chronicle the hijinks and shenanigans of one of comics' greatest leading ladies. Hear from the creators behind the baseball bat as they go deep into Harley's psyche and break down what makes her so compelling. Featuring Stephanie Phillips (Harley Quinn), Kami Garcia (Joker/Harley: Criminal Insanity), Marco Failla (Harley Quinn), Jimmy Palmiotti, and Amanda Conner (Harley Quinn)
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Attack on Titan Cast Q&A
Calling all Attack on Titan fans! You will not want to miss this panel as Trina Nishimura (Mikasa Ackermann), Clifford Chapin (Conny Springer) and David Matranga (Bertholdt Hoover) take the stage to discuss their time on the massively popular anime series and answer questions from fans!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Gender Bending Cosplays: Discussion and How To
This is the cosplay you are looking for. Ever feel like you want to cosplay a character but are not sure how to flip or remove the gender? More now than ever cosplayers can create cosplays that are androgynous or not the original gender of the character but sometimes it's hard to get creative. Come discuss and learn more about how to transform characters with cosplayers Emily Marxer Julie Aubry and Ryan Farrell. They have been reimagining traditional characters for over 10 years and are here with a safe space to discuss how to break free from gender norms and create a cosplay that reflects your dreams.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | The Best Little Comic Channel on YouTube (Virtual Screening)
The crew of the YouTube channel ComicPop is here to bring you an uproarious hour of jokes commentary Q&A and giveaways! Join Sal Tiffany Ben and Ethan as they share their thoughts on your favorite superheroes in the comic book industry and a lot more in between.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Chicago's Ghostly Urban Legends
Join Chicago comic creator Scott Larson ( Visitations 1000 Ways To Die) and paranormal podcasters Patrick Harrington & Rebecca Rivers ( The Ghostly Podcast) as they discuss some of the Windy City's spookiest urban legendsVisitations is the history Of Chicago as seen through the eyes of the residents of the city's oldest cemetery.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Putting Butts in Seats: From Wrestling to Comics with Tony Schiavone!
From Jim Crockett Promotions to All Elite Wrestling legendary wrestling announcer Tony Schiavone has called matches for almost every major promotion in the United States… and now he’s also co-written a graphic novel telling the story of his life in comics! Join Tony and the team behind the new graphic novel BUTTS IN SEATS: THE TONY SCHIAVONE STORY for this engaging panel session!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Ross Marquand Spotlight
An accomplished actor and impressionist, Ross Marquand has done it all. From tangling with the Avengers as The Red Skull to fighting hordes of zombies in The Walking Dead. And he's coming to C2E2! Don't miss this exciting spotlight panel where Ross will discuss his incomparable career and answer questions from fans!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | SHEPROP! HAS YOUR BACK: Supporting women, trans and non-binary cosplayers in a creative world
Women Trans and nonbinary cosplayers can face unique challenges when looking for help. Body shaming self-esteem ability shaming slut shaming and misogyny can be barriers to getting the help and support we need. The SheProp! Community is here to help. Our panelists of experienced cosplayers are ready to answer your questions whether they are about creating a costume or surviving and thriving in the cosplay community. Come and join the discussion about why SheProp! has quickly become a vital presence for women trans and non-binary makers providing a space for accessible support & encouragement for costume designers SFX artists cosplayers and more at all skill levels.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Salute to Supernatural - A Retrospective on 15 Years of Saving People Hunting Things and the Family Business
In 15 years Supernatural went from a cult WB show to holding the record for the longest-running American sci-fi/fantasy TV program. 2020 may have marked the end of the Winchesters' story but the fans continue to celebrate the legacy the show left behind. So gas up the 1967 Chevy Impala for one last ride as we dissect the series finale dive into 327 episodes worth of Sam and Dean shenanigans and discuss the cultural - and personal - impact of this hit CW program.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Writing In Someone Else's Universe
What is it like to write for established characters? What sorts of rules do writers have to abide by when playing in someone else's sandbox? Join a panel of writers including Charles Soule (Star Wars, Marvel), Delilah S. Dawson (Star Wars), Kyle Higgins (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, DC Comics) and Amy Chu (Red Sonja) as they talk about what it's like to leave their mark on established comic universes and galaxies far, far away.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Z2 Comics Presents: When Music and Comics Collide
For the past four years, Z2 Comics has merged the mediums of comics and music to make graphic novels you can hear—transforming the songs of bands including Ice Nine Kills, Czarface, and The Doors into panels and word balloons. Witness the trans-disciplinarian journey to music-fueled comics with a panel shared between musicians, writers, and artists (and those who shift between those roles). Join Chris Miskiewicz (Grateful Dead-Origins, This Is Where We Fall), Phillip Sevvy (Ice Nine Kills: Inked in Blood), and Helen Mullane (Graham Coxon - Superstate) as they discuss the process of transforming melodies into comic book mythologies.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | C2E2 Charity Art Auction to Benefit St. Jude Children's Hospital
**Over $20,000 raised! Thank you!** The C2E2 Charity Art Auction benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment of children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Included in that vision is that no child is denied treatment based on race, religion, or a family's ability to pay. Your participation in this event will help support lifesaving research and treatment for the children of St. Jude. Come down and bid with other art enthusiasts for the chance to own a piece of original art from some of your favorite creators, all for a good cause! Have Fun. Get Art. Save Lives.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | WTF Japan (18+)
So we have another panel that showcases some of the perverted stuff to come out of Japan…video of a girl being thrown into the crotch of a full-grown man dressed in BDSM leather, sexually charged commercials, and footage of used panties you can get in vending machines. Well, this panel makes “all of that” look like a Care Bears special on the Disney Channel!! We are going to show you everything Japan has to offer in this panel…but don’t say we didn’t warn you. You’re literally going to be shouting “WTF Japan” more than once. PS: If you see people storming out, that’s a good sign to enter for the good stuff!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Main Stage Livestream
Live from the Main Stage at C2E2 2021!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Introduction to 3D Printing for Props, Cosplay, and more!
Interested in learning how to use 3D printing to make awesome props and parts for cosplay, or just in general? Come join Rocket Props, HDC, and Props to History to learn how to get started in this amazing and affordable technology. Learn the difference between FFF/FDM, SLA/mSLA, Resin, and Filaments! We will be discussing printing technology, introductory printers, easy-to-learn software, model resources, and more! In addition, we will be giving you a list of tips and tricks that we have learned the hard way, so that you don't have to! Making something from your favorite fandom is not far out of your grasp.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | The Nacelle Company Presents: Boldly Going Forward...in Pop-Culture!
You know the Nacelle Company for producing such hit series as The Toys That Made Us and The Movies That Made Us on Netflix Behind the Attraction on Disney+ A Toy Store Near You on Amazon Prime and The Center Seat on History Channel! But the Nacelle Team is just getting started! Join them as they provide a look at how the shows you love came together as well as a preview of what's ahead; including the rebirth of Robo Force, Power Lords, Silverhawks, Marx Toys, and more (comics, toys, podcasts..!) Don't miss it!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Maxwell Jenkins Spotlight
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Jackbox Games and Friends
The party games panel you know and love is back and better than ever! This year, Jackbox Games (jackboxgames.com) will be joined by elite panelists and maybe a game writer or two to play through brand new hits from The Jackbox Party Pack 8. Panel audience members will be able to play along with the panelists and influence the outcome of the games using their mobile device! Don't miss this hour of chaos and hilarity!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Genshin Impact Spotlight
Featuring Zach Aguilar (Aether) and Cristina Vee (Bennet, Xingqiu) this voice actor Q/A will give a glimpse into how some of our favorite Anime voice actors have translated their skills into their roles within the world of Teyvat. Learn about how they prep for their roles, their thoughts on the latest updates, and what they're most looking forward to in version 2.3.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Movies Everyone Disagrees with You On
Doug Walker (Nostalgia Critic) and Brad Jones (Cinema Snob) want to hear what movies you have unique feelings about. Have you ever had that movie you love but everyone else hates or that movie you hate but everyone else loves? Well now's your chance to make your voice heard! Join us in discussing what and why certain films get more attention than others and see if your movie is celebrated or despised as much as you think!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Sketch Battle: Jay Fosgitt vs. K Lynn Smith vs. Dan Dougherty
The Human Torch eating ice cream? Batman crossed with Super Mario?? The possibilities are endless! We’re hosting a Sketch Duel between Dan Dougherty, K. Lynn Smith, and Jay Fosgitt. You can watch these artists draw quick sketches of characters from audience suggestions (including your wacky ideas!) and discuss their work with the audience. Be sure to stay through to the end as these sketches are given away to the audience members! En Guarde!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | All Elite Wrestling Invades C2E2!
Join the stars of All Elite Wrestling as they return to Chicago and take the stage at C2E2 once again for a ringside view of their wildly popular wrestling shows airing weekly on TNT.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | The C2E2 Cosplay Celebration
At this special edition of C2E2, we will be hosting a fantastic competition of cosplay craftmanship on Saturday on the Main Stage. Open to over 18s, groups or solo entries with incredible handcrafted costumes will have their costume construction closely inspected by our judges, before they take to the stage to show off their creations and compete for a prize in this special celebration of cosplay craftsmanship.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Modern Horror: Where We Are & Where We're Headed (Virtual Screening)
Iconic creatives behind some of the most iconic horror films and/or franchises discuss their thoughts on the horror genre: how it operates currently as a genre and where they see it going. The panel will include individuals who are currently shaping the horror genre at all levels of the filmmaking process: Jeffrey Reddick (creator/producer - FINAL DESTINATION Franchise) Eduardo Sanchez (co-director - THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT; director - EXISTS; anthology director - V/H/S 2) & horror mainstay actor Bill Oberst Jr.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Cursed Commercials from Around the World
Nerds Know has just one question about these commercials. Who in their right might thought they were a good idea!?!? We have gathered the most bizarre commercials from around the world and need your help to figure them out! They are weird. They are crude. They just might be banned.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Joker: Inside the Mind and the Mystery
He is one of the most iconic villain characters in all of fiction. But what makes him tick? Hear from a panel of creators who've gotten inside the head of The Joker as they go down the rabbit hole on what makes him such an interesting character. Featuring Kami Garcia (Joker/Harley: Criminal Insanity), Stuart Sayger (Joker: Year of the Villain), Jason Badower (Joker/Harley: Criminal Insanity), and Brian Azzarello (Joker).
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | 8-Bit Wave Video Game and Anime Concert
Experience 8 Bit Wave! A LIVE band performing your favorite video game and anime music on stage! Relive the nostalgia in this incredibly immersive experience all synced to gameplay and anime scenes shown on screen. This performance features music from Super Smash Bros, Demon Slayer, Mario kart, The Legend of Zelda, and the Dragonball series.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Let's Get Lit: Into to Electronics and Lighting for Cosplay
Have you ever wanted to give the static part of your costume that extra little breath of life to help bring your fantasy into reality? In this panel, we go over the basics of electronics and components from soldering resistors L.E.D's and other light sources switch power sources and more advanced techniques like adding smoke effects blinking and fading L.E.D's and some basic Arduino and light array work. We will then talk about ways you can implement everything into your project!
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | PROP SHOP TALK WITH THE WOMEN OF SHEPROP!
Can you walk that prop AND talk that shop but feel like an outsider in many of the maker forums? We do too! Join members of SheProp! the prop-making forum for women trans and non-binary artists and creators as we answer all of your cosplay and prop-making questions free of judgment and criticism. Our expert panelists have a wide range of skills that can help you get your cosplay to the next level. Come and join the discussion about why SheProp! has quickly become a vital presence within the cosplay community providing a space for accessible support & encouragement for women prop-makers costume designers SFX artists cosplayers and more at all skill levels.
December 11, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | A conversation with Chris Witaske, co-creator of Netflix's CHICAGO PARTY AUNT
A conversation with Chris Witaske, co-creator, executive producer and writer of the new animated Netflix series CHICAGO PARTY AUNT, inspired by his infamous Twitter account of the same name.
December 11, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Timothy Zahn Spotlight
Best known for his iconic Star Wars novels and the creation of the wildly popular character of Grand Admiral Thrawn, Timothy Zahn is making his return to Chicago! Be there as he discusses his previous works as well as his most recent release, Star Wars Thrawn Ascendancy Book III: Lesser Evil
December 11, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Amanda C. Miller Spotlight
Known for her voice-dubbing roles as Makoto Kino/Sailor Jupiter, in the Viz Media re-dub of Sailor Moon series and as Boruto Uzumaki in Boruto, join Amanda C. Miller in an exclusive spotlight panel.
December 11, 2021
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