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PANEL ROOM LOCATIONS
ROOM 1 - GENERAL PROGRAMMING
ROOM 4 - GENERAL PROGRAMMING
ROOM 5 - GENERAL PROGRAMMING
ROOM 6 - MEET AND GREET
ROOM 7 - SCIFI SPEED DATING
JUNIOR BALLROOM - GENERAL PROGRAMMING
Programming is FREE with your Wizard World wristband unless otherwise noted. Seating for panels is strictly limited and available on a first-come first-served basis. Only V.I.P. ticket holders are guaranteed seats for designated panels. Panel rooms are not cleared after each session.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
4:00 - 4:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
4:30 - 5:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 5)
5:00 - 5:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
5:00 - 6:30PM LOVE IN THE AIR @ CLEVELAND COMIC CON - SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM 7)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 4 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).
5:30 - 6:15PM ”FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING” ACTION FIGURE PANEL (ROOM 5)”
6:00 - 6:45PM TO BE SUPER-POWERFULLY DIVERSE (ROOM 4)
Focus: Open discussion on the past, present and future of diversity in the pop-culture (comics/animation/film) industry and what this means for current and future titles.
Objective: To spark versed open dialogue on the necessity of diverse depiction within the content of popular culture properties and the support for continued efforts towards this presentation of the “new normal” to reflect the society that ideas are pulled from.
6:30 - 7:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 5)
7:00 - 7:45PM COSTUMES + PLAYING = COSPLAY! SO WHAT DOES THAT ACTUALLY MEAN? (ROOM 4)
Join Wizard World’s Damian Beurer, Kayce SuperMogchelle who will tell you everything you need to know about dressing up in costumes and going out in public. From wardrobe malfunctions to crazy fans, to how to construct your own costumes and even how to go to the bathroom (you know, in costume), this cosplay squad will give you the inside skinny on the ultimate in spandex fandom. We’ll share photos, take questions from the audience, and hopefully inspire you to join in!
8:30 - 10:30PM CREATOR PRO AM: DRINK & DRAW
Location to be announced.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST
11:00 - 11:45AM JASON DAVID FRANK MEET AND GREET- PAID EVENT (ROOM 6)
Here’s your chance to meet the original Green Power Ranger Jason David Frank in a more private setting, away from the convention crowds. Make sure to bring your questions because JDF will have your answers. Must purchase separate ticket for this event.
11:30 - 12:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
12:00 - 12:45PM VAMPIRE DIARIES’ IAN SOMERHALDER (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
Ian Somerhalder is best known as the supernatural blood-sucking Salvatore brother in The CW’s Vampire Diaries. Going six seasons strong, he has made his mark on the long list of vampire-centric dramas. Catch him on the Wizard World stage where he’ll answer fan questions and share stories from the set of Mystic Falls!
12:30 - 1:15PM IN THE WORKSHOP WITH SPECIAL EFFECTS MASTER ROBERT KURTZMAN (ROOM 1)
12:00 - 12:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 5)
12:30 - 1:15PM STORYTELLING WITH MICHAEL GOLDEN (ROOM 4)
Join groundbreaking storyteller Michael Golden - known for his work on Dr. Strange, The ‘Nam, G. I. Joe, and Batman - as he shares his fundamental rules for how to craft your story and take it to the professional level.
1:00 - 1:45PM BOLDLY GOING WITH WILLIAM SHATNER (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
With a career spanning over five decades and an extensive résumé that includes starring roles in shows such as Star Trek and Boston Legal, Emmy-award winner William Shatner takes the stage to dish on the roles that have made him a household name and one of the most renowned men in television history.
1:00 - 1:45PM BACK TO THE FUTURE: ADVENTURES IN A DELOREAN TIME MACHINE (ROOM 5)
Join professional time travelers Terry and Oliver Holler as they take you BACK through their incredible journey to find one's Density, then inspire you forward into the FUTURE! Terry and Oliver Holler are theatre veterans who, using inspiration from their favorite movie 'Back to the Future', hand-built their own DeLorean Time Machine. They travel the states (and several other countries!) promoting the official website 'BackToTheFuture.com' and raising awareness and funding for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.
1:00 - 2:30PM LOVE IN THE AIR @ CLEVELAND COMIC CON - SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM 7)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 4 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).
1:30 - 2:15PM IN THE RING WITH WWE DIVA PAIGE AND WWE SUPERSTAR DOLPH ZIGGLER (ROOM 1)
Moderated by Mo Lightning.
1:30 - 2:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
2:30 - 3:15PM HEAD-TO-HEAD WITH THE GREEN POWER RANGER: JASON DAVID FRANK (ROOM 1)
Come see the original Green Power Ranger, Jason David Frank live in this exciting Wizard World panel. Don’t miss your chance to ask your questions in this special audience Q&A session and learn more about his reality TV show My Morphin Life!
2:30 - 3:15PM THE ART OF SATURDAY MORNING CARTOON PRODUCTION WITH ANIMATOR/DIRECTOR TOM COOK (ROOM 4)
The Art of Saturday Morning Cartoon Production with Animator/Director Tom Cook Wizard World is proud to present world-renown animator Tom Cook (Tarzan; Flash Gordon; He-Man and the Masters of the Universe; She-Ra Princess of Power) to Cleveland! This panel will be a demonstration of the steps taken to bring an idea from script to screen. Cook will begin with a short story of how he became an animator back in the late 1970s and then describe the different departments in an animation studio and what they do to move the development of the cartoon forward. Tom will have a few scenes he has worked on over the years on video and then will open the floor for questions about either the process or any other question you may have. So come out and see first-hand how your favorite cartoons were made!
3:00 - 3:45PM MEET GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY’S KAREN GILLAN (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
3:00 - 3:45PM CHARITY AND THE EVERY DAY COSPLAYER (ROOM 5)
Come learn how to turn the hobby you love into a charitable act of love. Also we'll discuss everything about closet cosplaying, modifying store bought costumes and cosplaying on a budget.
3:30 - 4:15PM THE LIFE AND CAREER OF COREY FELDMAN (ROOM 1)
3:30 - 4:15PM WORLD OF WARCRAFT’S JASON HAYES PRESENTS: BREAKING INTO THE VIDEO GAME INDUSTRY WITH SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY VIDEO GAME TRIBUTE BAND “CRITICAL HIT” (ROOM 4)
World of Warcraft’s Jason Hayes brings together the world’s best musicians to celebrate the greatest video game music of all time! From Tetris to Legend of Zelda to Halo to Skyrim to Final Fantasy and beyond, Critical Hit performs original arrangements and electrifying live performances! Plus, hear video game industry secrets directly from professionals in the field! Join Jason and fellow industry pros as they discuss what it takes to have a successful career in video games.
4:00 - 4:45PM BRUCE CAMPBELL VERSUS THE AUDIENCE (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
Best known for his roles on the big screen in cult classics Army of Darkness and Evil Dead, as well as his role as Same Axe in the hit TV series Burn Notice, Bruce Campbell has proven to be a force to be reckoned with as an actor, director and author. Don’t miss your chance to ask him your most interesting questions as he makes a special appearance at Wizard World Comic Con.
4:00 - 5:30PM LOVE IN THE AIR @ CLEVELAND COMIC CON - SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM 7)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 4 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).
4:00 - 4:45PM TEATIME WITH DEADPOOL (ROOM 5)
The panel where anything and everything can happen. Tea Time With Deadpool brings to you a show like no other. Lead by the Merc with the mouth and everyone's favorite red baron, Deadpool. Tea Timebrings to you a show that well, only Deadpool could bring. But he won't be coming alone. So come sit with Deadpool and friends over a cup of tea as they entertain you all like no others.
4:30 - 5:15PM MEET GUARDIAN OF THE GALAXY’S SEAN GUNN AND GREGG HENRY (ROOM 1)
4:30 - 5:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
5:00 - 5:45PM GENDER EQUALITY IN GEEK CULTURE (ROOM 5)
Reflecting on the portrayal of men and women in the media, bringing awareness of how different tropes and memes continue to stigmatize male and female presence in geek culture, and how we can move forward and make a difference.
5:30 - 6:15PM THE MANY, MANY, MANY, MANY FACES OF DOUG JONES (ROOM 1)
Come meet the man behind the mask of characters such as 'Abe Sapien' (Hellboy and Hellboy II: The Golden Army), 'Pan' and the terrifying 'Pale Man' from the multi-Oscar-winning Pan's Labyrinth, the legendary 'Silver Surfer' in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, and the starring role of 'Jerry' in the indie feature My Name Is Jerry.
5:30 - 6:15PM CLEVELAND, HOME OF SIEGEL, SHUSTER AND SUPERMAN (ROOM 4)
Members of the Siegel and ShusterSociety will discuss the crucial role of two hometown boys in creating comics as we know it. Their creation started a franchise worth billions that continues more than 75 years ago. And Superman was created in a bedroom just a few miles from here. Brad Ricca, author of "Super-Boys," Siegel and Shuster Society President Michael Olzsewski and others. Moderated by Plain Dealer comics columnist Michael Sangiacomo.
6:00 - 6:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 5)
6:00 - 7:30PM LOVE IN THE AIR @ CLEVELAND COMIC CON - SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM 7)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 4 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).
6:00 - 7:00PM WORLD OF WARCRAFT COMPOSER JASON HAYES AND HIS VIDEO GAME TRIBUTE BAND “CRITICAL HIT” COSTUME CONTEST PRE-SHOW! (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
Wizard World is proud to present the acclaimed video game tribute band, Critical Hit! World of Warcraft’s Jason Hayes brings together the world’s best musicians for a night that celebrates the greatest video game music of all time! From Tetris to Legend of Zelda to Halo to Skyrim to Final Fantasy and beyond, Critical Hit performs original arrangements and electrifying live performances! Get there early as seating is limited to first-come first-served!
6:30 - 7:15PM MEET THE STARS OF A&E’S “EPIC INK” (ROOM 1)
7:00 - 9:00PM WIZARD WORLD COSTUME CONTEST (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
Hosted by our very own superheroes Mo Lightning and Victor Dandridge, the Wizard World Comic Con Costume Contest is no joke. The best of the best will be dressed to impress in their superhero & pop culture finest, so be prepared for some serious cosplay. Grab your buddies and suit up to take a chance at bringing home the gold! With special guest judge the Green Power Ranger, Jason David Frank! Anyone interested in participating can sign-up at the Information booth on Saturday! We’ll see you there!
7:00 - 9:00PM “WOLF COP” SCREENING (ROOM 1)
It's not unusual for alcoholic cop Lou Garou to black out and wake up in unfamiliar surroundings, but lately things have taken a strange turn. Crime scenes seem oddly familiar. Lou's senses are heightened, and when the full moon is out, he's a rage-fueled werewolf. WOLFCOP is one cop's quest to become a better man...One transformation at a time. (Ages 18+)
7:00 - 9:00PM SCREENING OF “THE CROW” WITH CREATOR JAMES O’BARR (ROOM 5)
Created when the author when was facing tough times, The Crow has grown into a vital part of both comic book & movie history. Join James O’Barr as he revisits the circumstances that lead to the iconic character’s creation, provides his thoughts the upcoming big screen reboot, and explains the process behind his long-time work on Sundown & much more. Then stay for a screening of the iconic film!
9:00PM - CLOSE OFFICIAL WIZARD WORLD AFTER PARTY
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH
11:00 - 11:30 TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 1)
11:30 - 12:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 5)
11:30 - 12:15PM CLEVELAND’S OWN RESIDENT SUPERHERO - APAMA! UMM, WHAT’S AN APAMA? (ROOM 1)
Hungarian ice cream truck driver Ilyia Zjarsky goes hiking one day and discovers the animal spirit of the most powerful creature mankind has never known. Apama The Undiscovered Animal recently won 2014 breakout book of the year on Comic Nerds Unite. Writers Milo Miller and Ted Sikora explain how this spin-off series of their independent film Hero Tomorrow has taken on a life of its own. Learn how Cleveland’s streets and residents are woven into the fabric of this offbeat series as the creators describe their process from concept to Kickstarter to print.
12:00 - 12:45PM ADVENTURES IN MIDDLE EARTH WITH BILLY BOYD AND GRAHAM MCTAVISH (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
12:00 - 12:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
12:30 - 1:15PM ON TARGET WITH ARROW’S DEADSHOT: MICHAEL ROWE (ROOM 1)
12:30 - 1:15PM SATURDAY MORNING CARTOONS: A 55 YEAR HISTORY (ROOM 5)
The year 2015 marks the first year since 1960 that there are no cartoons being shown on network TV on Saturday Mornings. Come and celebrate the 55 year run of Saturday Morning Cartoons as we explore the scheduling and hundreds of great cartoons that we all grew up with... learn a bit about the history of cartoons and see if you can find a few favorites of yours that have been lost in your memory banks. This will be a fast moving interactive panel hosted by Hanna-Barbera and Filmation Studios Animator/Director Tom Cook as he references most all of the cartoons that graced the Saturday Morning schedule from 1960 until the early 1990s... prepare your minds for 45 minutes of Nostalgic Cartoon Memories and get ready to say "Hey... I remember that one".
1:00 - 1:45PM THE WALKING DEAD’S SCOTT WILSON (JUNIOR BALLROM)
1:00 - 2:30PM LOVE IN THE AIR @ CLEVELAND COMIC CON - SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM 7)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 4 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).
1:00 - 1:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
1:30 - 2:15PM ONE-ON-ONE WITH SONS OF ANARACHY’S DREA DE MATTEO (ROOM 1)
1:30 - 2:00PM THE GREEN POWER RANGER HALF-HOUR OF POWER (ROOM 6)
Attention children of all-ages, their parents and anyone else that loves karate! Come KICK IT with the Green Power Ranger himself, Jason David Frank, in this special ½ hour long karate class!
1:30 - 2:15PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 5)
2:00 - 2:45PM OUT FOR A BITE WITH JAMES MARSTERS (JUNIOR BALLROOM)
Best known for his role as Spike, the platinum blonde vampire on hit shows Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, James Marsters speaks on everything from his evolution from acting to music, and the projects he plans to conquer in the future. Join James in this special Q&A where he pulls the curtain back on his long and diverse career!
2:00 - 2:45PM TO BE ANNOUNCED (ROOM 4)
2:30 - 3:15PM CHASING JOEY LAUREN ADAMS (ROOM 1)
2:30 - 3:15PM SUPERHEROES TO KIDS IN OHIO: CHAMPIONING COMMUNITY THROUGH COSPLAY (ROOM 5)
Super Heroes to Kids in Ohio and A Special Wish Cleveland are partner 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to granting wishes of children battling adversity, who are heroes in their own right. Panelists will describe how costumed visits have inspired children to overcome illness and bring communities together, how anyone can be a hero in their community, and how comic book characters can be role models for championing positive change in daily life though personal accounts and local success stories.
3:00 - 3:45PM MAKING FAN FILM: WHAT TO KNOW AND HOW TO DO IT RIGHT? (ROOM 4)
Come join Cleveland’s own award winning filmmaking team and learn what it takes to create a full on fan film from legality, locations, finding actors, prop creation, and visual effects. Panelists include Entertainment attorney, director and producers, casting director, fighting and stunts coordinator.
3:00 - 4:30PM LOVE IN THE AIR @ CLEVELAND COMIC CON - SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM 7)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 4 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).
3:30 - 4:15PM WIZARD WORLD KID’S COSTUME CONTEST (ROOM 1)
Calling all kids ages 13 and under to come out and strut your stuff at the Wizard World Comic Con Kids Costume Contest! You won’t want to miss this Kodak moment packed with a whole lot of fun, laughs and prizes for all participants.
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