Premium Access Archive (Page 5)
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Spotlight on Jarrett Melendez & Chef's Kiss
The Spotlight on Jarrett Melendez panel will preview the food and comics writer’s debut graphic novel Chef’s Kiss. Melendez will discuss his forthcoming queer YA story about an aspiring writer who takes a temporary job in a restaurant and soon develops a crush on a super dreamy chef.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Strong Foundations
Just like every house needs a good foundation to build on, so does every cosplay! Join veteran cosplayers and professional seamstresses in discussing shapewear, corsets, bum rolls, petticoats, and crinolines as we plan out the best ways to construct comfortable, long-lasting garments. Working practicality into a costume doesn’t need to be complicated!
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | SMRT Trivia
It's TRIVIA Time! Join the party with all the SMRTies because SMRT Trivia the Twitch TV game show is live on stage! Put your knowledge of movies TV shows comic books celebrities and more to the test in a 20 question challenge pop culture trivia challenge designed to test your fandom. Everyone who attends can be a contestant and play the game all you need is a smartphone with a browser. Ultimate glory and a t-shirt can be yours! #AreYouSMRTenough?
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Cosplay Sewing - Unleash Your Inner Seamstress
When was the last time you picked up a needle and thread? Are you epically lost or intimidated by fabric stores? Not sure where to start on a costume? This is the panel for you! Join cosplayer-panelists to learn about sewing. Panelists will share helpful information tips and stories. We'll explore materials tools and techniques that make sewing easy and enjoyable. So come to this panel and get ready to be inspired (and informed) about how to sew your next cosplay masterpiece!
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | WORKSHOP PANEL - Localization 101
If you read manga or play games in English, thank a translator\localizer. Localization is a hidden art; as creative, controversial, and highly subjective as any other job in comics. Learn the hows and whys from Zack Davisson, award-winning professional localizer and author of Confessions of a Manga Translator. Bring a pen, because we are going to translate a manga together.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Archie Comics: 80 Years of Holiday Magic (Virtual Screening)
Archie Comics and the holiday season always go great together and this year is no different! From Christmas to New Year’s to Valentine’s Day and beyond, there’s always a celebration happening in Riverdale and the best part is: you’re invited! Join the pals and gals from across the Archieverse for an exclusive virtual panel featuring Archie Comics Senior Director of Editorial Jamie L. Rotante, legendary writer/artist Dan Parent, Archie’s Holiday Magic Special artist Arielle Jovellanos and writers Michael Northrop, Micol Ostow, and J. Torres as we take a look at the must-read Archie Comics available this winter!
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | From Panels to Frames - Comic Art in Museums
Over the last 20 years, museum exhibits of comic art and objects related to pop culture have flourished enhancing the valuation of original artwork and the reputations of artists and exposing audiences to new and interesting ideas. Please join us for a discussion of key exhibits in the Seattle area moderated by Rob Salkowitz (Forbes IcV2) with 2021 Eisner nominee Kim A. Munson (Comic Art in Museums) Larry Reid (Fantagraphics Gallery) Ellen Forney (cartoonist and Rock Steady Coach) and Brooks Peck (Senior Curator Museum of Popular Culture). Topics will include the 30th anniversary of Misfit Lit (1991) R. Crumb’s Genesis at SAM Graphic Medicine: Ill-Conceived & Well-Drawn and Heroes & Villains: The Art of The Disney Costume.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Cosplay Body Paint Basics
This panel covers all the basics you need for starting your body painting journey! We'll discuss application methods (sponge vs brush vs airbrush) cosplay body makeup types (cream vs water vs alcohol) how to stay safe while applying and how to get the BEST longevity out of your cosplay makeup. During the panel we'll also touch upon some basic SFX techniques to really elevate your looks. So put your make-up artist hat on and join us as we discuss Cosplay Body Paint Basics!
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Study or work in Japan! Learn about various Japanese Government scholarships & the JET Program. The JET Program is a full-time job opportunity that aims to improve foreign language education in Japan as well as encourage international exchange at the local level. The Coordinator for both of these programs will be in attendance.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Body Positivity in the Cosplay Community
The wonderful world of cosplay offers a doorway for the potential for an amazing experience. The cosplay community is a welcoming group of individuals. However, sometimes there are judgments that people offer about others in regards to what can and cannot be cosplayed within a particular body type. Our panelists have all experienced prejudice when it comes to body type and cosplay. We will share in our experiences - good and bad - and offer insightful tips and tricks in order to approach cosplay in a way that’s positive and comfortable for you and your body type. Join our panel of cosplayers from varying levels of experience and expertise including competition on local and international levels as we welcome novice and experienced cosplayers into our realm!
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Johnny Yong Bosch Spotlight
What do a Power Ranger, Vash the Stampede from Trigun, and Ichigo Kurosaki from Bleach all have in common? They were all voiced by the incredible Johnny Yong Bosch! He’ll be at Emerald City Comic Con to discuss voicing some of the most legendary characters in the history of anime as well as answer questions from fans. Don’t miss it!
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Cosplay 101 - I need a hero!
So you wanna be a hero kid? Well Air Bubbles Cosplay and company are here to talk to you! This will be a Q&A style presentation where Air Bubbles and co will supply helpful information they have gathered over the years and some proper etiquette within the cosplay community. She will also discuss just what IS cosplay and where did it come from? Come in as a beginner and leave feeling ready to tackle your cosplay plans.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Breaking Into Comics the ECCC Way!
Calling all aspiring creators! Are you looking to make the leap into the comics industry? Hear from published creators and seasoned pros about what it takes to make it in the funny books industry. Hear their stories, ask your questions and leave this can’t-miss panel ready to make your big break! Featuring Chrissie Zullo (Cinderella: From Fabletown with Love), Dan Parent (Archie, Kevin Keller), Sara Richard (My Little Pony, The Ghost, The Owl), Sorah Suhng (Princeless)
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Authors David Bushman and Mark Givens discuss the 113-year-old cold case murder of 20-year-old Hazel Drew in the secluded woods of upstate NY the crime that inspired the TV show Twin Peaks (set in Washington State!) and which is the subject of their upcoming book -- coming in December from the Amazon-owned publishing house Thomas + Mercer: https://www.amazon.com/Murder-Teals-Pond-Mystery-Inspired/dp/1542026431
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Mix it Up! Cosplay Photography for Everbody
Are you a cosplayer trying to get photos of your hard work? Or a photographer looking to shoot cosplay photography? Both? We’re all nerds, so let’s work together! This panel is all about making cosplay inclusive for both cosplayers and photographers. Join local photographers and cosplayers to discuss networking, organizing photo shoots, working with different types of body types, and even how to take your own photos (this ain’t your average selfie!). Perfect for anyone new to cosplay photography or wanting to take their portfolio to the next level!
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d20 Dames is a family-friendly femme-presenting mostly POC podcast that uses Dungeons and Dragons as a story-telling device. This group of four daring adventurers comes together to explore a fantastic realm befriend (or behead) monsters and punch creeps. In this special live show, the Dames return to their favorite place Emerald Forest Adventure Con to sniff out trouble and help their friends be it on a panel or on the artist alley floor! Featuring Kat Kruger as the Dungeon Master with players Brittni Leigh Liyanage Jessica Ross and Jen Vaughn.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | New LatinX Heroes for the 21st Century [Virtual Screening]
Al Madrigal, Carlo Barberi, and Axel Alonso will host a panel to discuss the all-new LatinX Superhero comic series Primos and how they hope to increase the representation of Mexican LatinX superheroes within the industry. The creators hope to share their own Mexican heritage and showcase a new generation of diverse heroes through the story of three distant cousins, bound together by their ancient spacefaring Mayan lineage to the historical King Janaab, who have a profoundly special purpose: to save the world as we know it.
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TTRPGs have the power to build communities, explore mental health in a safe space and raise funds for important charity causes. Panelists Fenway Jones (Jasper’s Game Day) Jay Casual (writer/game designer), Beth the Bard (therapeutic DM), and Jacob Plicque (D&D supplemental writer/creator) discuss strategies, tech, educational learning outcomes, comics, safety tools, therapeutic games and the all-inclusive welcoming nature of TTRPGS that has continued to build. Moderated by Dan Wood (Creators Assemble, comics librarian.)
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Are Videogames the new National Pastime?
A discussion of whether video games and esports have become culturally more important in America than movies television toys and sports. Comparisons will be made with South Korea's esports culture.
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Meet the creators of a bold new comic book "Jupiter Invincible"; which premiered at the 2021 Tribeca Film Festival as an augmented reality comic book and exhibition. The story is about an African-American slave Jupiter who is suddenly given the power of immortality. The project is a mixture of pop-culture history innovative technology and dynamic storytelling to address structural racism. The series utilizes augmented reality and deep tech to bring to life forgotten African-American voices. Learn how to utilize new technology bold outreach campaign and design nuanced stories to reach young audiences to talk about race in America. Featured on the panel is Pulitzer Prize writer YUSEF KOMUNYAKAA and renowned illustrator ASHLEY A. WOODS.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Nightfire Presents: Read Your Fears (Virtual Screening)
Tor, Nightfire, and the HWA Chicagoland Chapter are here to present books for the dead, the living, and everyone in between. Come join authors Catriona Ward (The Last House on Needless Street, Sundial), Thomas Olde Heuvelt (HEX, Echo), Lee Mandelo (Summer Sons), Cassandra Khaw (Nothing But Blackened Teeth), and Gretchen Felker-Martin (Manhunt) as they talk about their new books, the state of horror, and all things frightening. Moderated by Becky Spratford, National Co-Coordinator of the Libraries program for HWA (Horror Writers Association).
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Finding Truth in Fiction – The heart within YA worlds
Legendary Comics YA senior editor Nikita Kannekanti in conversation with Kelly Zekas (Championess), Tarun Shanker (Championess), Mickey George (The Heart Hunter), and Dana Mele (Tragic). Exploring what makes YA stories resonate with readers, the team here will delve into what draws them to the medium and how they craft real stories from imaginary beginnings.
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Join fan-favorite YA authors Charlotte Nicole Davis (The Sisters of Reckoning) Amanda Foody & Christine Lynn Herman (All of Us Villains) Mark Oshiro (Each of Us a Desert) Shannon Price (The Endless Skies) Lauren Shippen (Some Faraway Place) and P. Djeli Clark (Master of Djinn) as moderator as they discuss crafting stories and characters out for justice and vengeance in fantasy.
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Premium Access ECCC 2021 | Waiter, there’s some Sci Fi in my Fantasy!
Rules are meant to be broken right? Whether it’s aliens making Faustian bargains tidally-locked fantasy worlds inspired by evolutionary biology kaiju hidden in an alternative world accessible from ours, or super-powered teens in high tech worlds it’s undeniable that readers crave mashups of sci-fi and fantasy. Join a group of category-busting speculative fiction writers for a panel unlike any other featuring James Rollins (The Starless Crown) Ryka Aoki (Light From Uncommon Stars) Tochi Onyebuchi (Goliath) and John Scalzi (The Kaiju Preservation Society). Moderated by Jay Bonansinga (Stan Lee’s The Devil’s Quintet).
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Breaking Into Voice Acting With The Pros
Ever wanted to show off those pipes and learn how to become a professional voice actor? Want to get started but not exactly sure how? Then this is the panel for you! We’ve put together a panel of insiders and VAs with years of experience and they’re here to share tips and tricks. They’ll discuss how you can break into the industry and start your own journey to becoming a voice actor. Featuring Jim Cummings, David Hayter, Anjali Bhmani, and Carolina Ravassa
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Oxventure Live D&D
Roll for initiative and join Outside Xbox and Outside Xtra on an epic adventure as spin-off Dungeons & Dragons series, Oxventure returns to MCM Comic Con! The ragtag team of brave-ish heroes (you know them as Corazon, Dob, Egbert, Merilwen, and Prudence, joined by long-suffering Johnny Chiodini) will be embarking on their latest perilous quest on stage in a live D&D show.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Black Excellence in Comics
Comic connoisseur Michael Ajih discusses the importance of black superheroes and their stories with influencers Mr. Midas Games, Steven Geekface, and Jason Barrett, showing why representation in comics matters, now more than ever.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Ashens' Roadshow
Comedian Stuart Ashens will be live on stage at MCM London! Come along and watch as he appraises tat and treasures alike! Fans are invited to bring along a small item of interest for Stuart to examine. A handful of audience members will be selected on the day to join Stuart on stage to show off their tat - sorry, "high-end collectible".
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | QuidditchUK: Creating A Sport For Anyone
Come meet the team from QuidditchUK and find out more about the greatest game in the world - Learn about where one of the most inclusive sports came from, where it's going next, how the snitch actually works, and how you can get involved as it continues to grow all over the world.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Masters of Mediums
Join world-renowned, critically acclaimed authors Cavan Scott ( Star Wars, Shadow Service, Doctor Who, Star Trek, Assassin’s Creed, and Wonder Woman) and Rian Hughes (XX, The Black Locomotive, Batman and Spiderman and Dan Dare) as they chat all things comics and publishing - from the power of design, genre fiction, getting into the industry, and the power of fandoms.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | MCM's Big Questions
Star Wars or Star Trek? Movies or TV? Cylons or the Terminator? Join a crack team of pop culture experts as they take on MCM's Big Questions panel.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | David Hayter Live!
Snake? Snake?! SNAAAAAAAAAKE! That’s right, voice actor David Hayter will be making his return to MCM Comic Con London and he wants to hear from you! Famous for his iconic role as Solid Snake in the Metal Gear Solid franchise and many other voiceover roles, Hayter is also an accomplished acclaimed screenwriter with credits including X-Men, X2: X-Men United, Watchmen and more. Be there as Hayter discusses his expansive career and answers your questions!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Freddy Carter Live!
Kaz Brekker is in the building! Don’t miss Freddy Carter as he hits the Live Stage at MCM Comic Con London to discuss his fan-favorite role on Shadow and Bone, Pennyworth, and more! Don’t miss it!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Gabriel Luna Live!
What do a Terminator, a Ghost Rider and Football star turned CIA mole have in common? They were all played by the incomparable Gabriel Luna! Did we mention he’ll be coming to MCM Comic Con London? Be there as the Terminator: Dark Fate and Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. hits the stage in London to talk about his incredible film and television career and answer your questions!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Women in Pop Culture
Join Helen O’Hara, Tasha Suri, C.L Clark and Everina Maxwell as they discuss the increasingly positive changes with regards to women in popular fiction, as well as some of the challenges that they still face.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Mark Rowley Live!
The Last Kingdom makes landfall in the United Kingdom! Mark Rowley is coming to MCM Comic Con London. Find him on the Live Stage talking about his time on the hit show and answering questions from fans.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Cosplay Masquerade Saturday
Talented cosplayers strut their stuff on the Main Stage, displaying a broad range of amazing costumes and performing in character from across the whole pop culture spectrum.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Cosplay Masquerade Sunday
Talented cosplayers strut their stuff on the Main Stage, displaying a broad range of amazing costumes and performing in character from across the whole pop culture spectrum.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | LARP 101
Do you want to be a great warrior or a powerful sorceress? Curious about LARPing but have no idea what it is or how to get into it? Learn all about this live-action roleplaying game in this panel where you’ll hear stories about playing in a field with as many as 30-3,000 players and talk about how to get involved from the bottom up.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | John Paul Leon Tribute
A tribute to the life and work of JOHN PAUL LEON "the artist's artist". JP spent his entire 30-year professional career, beginning in 1991, dedicated to the craft of sequential illustration and superhero comic books. He passed away this May 2nd after a 14-year battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented and respected modern-day artists in the industry. We will take a look inside his portfolio, from his initial try-out amateur sample pages as a teenager, to his debut as the original artist on DC Comics STATIC (Shock), his pivotal work on Marvel Comics EARTH X, thru his artistic process on his critically-acclaimed creator-owned series THE WINTER MEN and his final years on BATMAN CREATURE OF THE NIGHT, JUPITERS LEGACY REQUIEM and BATMAN/CATWOMAN, including never-before-seen work as we celebrate the life and art of JOHN PAUL LEON. Hosted by Bernard Chang
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Henna Art 101
Mehndi (henna) has been used in South Asian culture for generations. Mariam is a cosplayer who uses this part of her cultural heritage to complement her costumes and she'd like to show you how you can do the same! There will be discussion around history cultural context and cosplay usage followed by a live demonstration.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Hit UK Revenge Movie BULL Cast And Writer/Director Q&A
Join the writer/director, producer and stars of the new and acclaimed soon to be hit British revenge movie BULL ahead of it’s UK cinema release in November. A fun and informative hosted panel with clips, trailer, fan questions and movie freebies from hosts Signature Entertainment. Bull stars Neil Maskell (High Rise) Tamzin Outwaite (Eastenders) and David Hayman (Vertical Limit).
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Diverse State of Mind
How is the entertainment industry tackling diversity? What more can be done via TV, Movies, Games, and Streaming to be more inclusive and support minorities. We discuss these issues and more with our panelists Laura Kate Dale, MC Fixer, and Tazziii.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | The Last Kingdom Cast Panel (Virtual Screening)
In anticipation of the fifth and final season of Netflix’s epic fantasy series The Last Kingdom, join three members of the cast as they reveal what their characters will be getting up to in the new series, and share some of their stories about their time filming on location in Budapest. Hosted by sci-fi and fantasy expert David Craig, writer at RadioTimes.com, the panel will feature Alexander Dreymon (Uhtred), Eliza Butterworth (Aelswith), and Mark Rowley (Finan).
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Sneak Preview: Argh and the Quest for the Golden Dragon Skull
Argh and the Quest for the Golden Dragon Skull will delight fans of Lord of the Rings, Monty Python, and Dungeons & Dragons alike. Filmed entirely with 25mm miniatures with actors providing the faces and voices, it stars Kevin McNally (Pirates of the Caribbean) Dee Tails (Star Wars) Sarine Sofair (Game of Thrones), and Emily Haigh (Arthur & Merlin), and many more. Directed by Martin Gooch (Atomic Apocalypse) with the blessings of Ian Livingstone (Fighting Fantasy) and John Blanche (Games Workshop). It’s an Easter Egg filled crazy quest...just what MCM fans are looking for in a post-pandemic world.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Fantasy Worldbuilding 101
What makes a world complete? How do you create multi-dimensional story arcs for characters and keep readers glued to your story? Join Claire North, RJ Barker, TL Huchu, Stark Holborn, Ben Aaronovitch, and RA Williams and learn from some of the best as they dive into the depths of world-building from their work.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Marketing Your Art: and the Secret Art of Step 2
So you wanna be an artist! Step 1 ... Learn to make art! Step 3 ... Profit! In this panel, Nigel Sade and special guests will discuss the many ways to market your art in today's world. Some of it is the same as it ever was, but much has changed and new opportunities are available. In this panel we will discuss how these paths can be followed.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Armour Making for New Adventurers
Ever wanted to make armour for cosplay? Have no idea where to start? Does looking at foam make you really nervous? Never fear! Come along to armour making for new adventurers where we will cover the basics of making really cool armour for cosplay! We will cover building techniques and materials how to attach and paint armour and all the finicky logistics of transporting and wearing it! Get ready for adventure!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Working with leather with COSMIC WORKSHOP
Join Jules of Cosmic Workshop as she guides you through the skills and tools you'll need for using leather in your cosplay.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Roleplay 101 – Hints and Tips on Good RPG Roleplay
The cast of Roll The Damn Dice (An actual play D&D podcast) talk about all aspects of D&D roleplay - including good roleplay etiquette (from horny bards to edgelord rogues), how to encourage roleplay in your party (as a DM), controlling Non Players Characters and continuing roleplay through combat.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | VX Animate Africa Screening and Q&A (Part 2)
Join us for an exclusive virtual curation of African animated films from across the continent produced by studios pushing the boundaries in animation production and authentic storytelling, followed by an exciting director's roundtable moderated by Muniyra Douglas (Vortex). Titles include: "Malaika: Warrior Queen" + "ISAURA" Trailer (Youneek Studios & Anthill Studios/Lucan Studios), "Play The Game" + "Time Skippers" Trailer (Samaka Animation/VX Animation), "TUTU" + "KARIBA" Trailer (Animax FYB Studios/Blue Forest Collective), and "AYAM" (Sofia El Khyari).
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To celebrate the much anticipated final season of A Discovery of Witches, returning to Sky Max and NOW in January 2022, join cast and crew as they discuss the previous series and share exclusive insight into the final season. Hosted by Huw Fullerton; Sci-Fi and Fantasy Editor at Radio Times, cast and crew featuring in the panel include Teresa Palmer, Edward Bluemel, Tanya Moodie, Steven Cree, Paul Rhys, Adelle Leonce, Jacob Ifan, and Executive Producer Lachlan MacKinnon.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Overwatch Cast Q&A with Anjali Bhmani and Carolina Ravassa
We’re moving the payload…to MCM Comic Con London! Carolina Ravassa (Sombra) and Anjali Bhmani (Symmetra) will be on hand to talk about the global phenomenon video game and answer your questions!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Marvel Studios' Loki Cast Spotlight LIVESTREAM
Calling all Variants, TVA Operatives, and Conquerors! The cast of the hit show Loki is coming to MCM Comic Con! That’s right, Tom Hiddleston (Loki), Sophia Di Martino (Sylvie) and Jonathan Majors (He Who Remains) will be on stage at MCM Comic Con London to talk about their time at the TVA and answer your burning questions!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | VX Animate Africa Screening and Q&A (Part 1)
Join us for an exclusive virtual curation of African animated films from across the continent produced by studios pushing the boundaries in animation production and authentic storytelling, followed by an exciting director's roundtable moderated by Muniyra Douglas (Vortex). Titles include: "Um Presente Especial" (FX Animation), "Hero Corps" + "Ajaka In Rome" (Spoof Animation), "A Kalabanda Ate My Homework" + "Land of Gods" Trailer (Creatures Animation/VX Animation) and "Belly Flop" (Triggerfish Studios).
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | 3D Printing: The Dos, The Don'ts And The Whys
So you want to 3D print some props, well you've come to the right place, Danny has been 3D printing for the almost 10 years. Anything from armour to props to dungeons and dragons miniatures he's seen it all. He's here to give you the best tips and advice he's learnt over the years. No question is too ridiculous in the printing world.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Armour Builds: Basics And Planning
Sometimes it's hard to know where to start with building foam or worbla armour. Let's talk about breaking it down, materials, planning, and how long it might take you.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Blades Bows and Triggers: Posing with Props for Cosplay
Are you looking for some inspiration for making that prop for your next cosplay? Not sure how to make a giant weapon and still get around a con? Do you want to level up your posing for your next photoshoot? Come along to the posing with props in cosplay panel! We will cover everything from con-safe materials for building props packing and carrying props at the con and the all-important posing! This panel was put together by a team of cosplayers with over a decade's worth of experience in cosplay prop making sword fighting archery and marksmanship!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Competitive Cosplay
Considering competing in your cosplay maybe even internationally? Well this panel is for you! Two veterans of the UK cosplay scene are going to be talking shop and giving advice on how to do well and enjoying taking part in cosplay competitions. If you're a performer or in it for showing off your costume they'l have tips and advice for you!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Jim Cummings Live!
Appearing in almost 400 roles, Jim Cummings is one of the most accomplished voice actors in history. Known for roles like Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck and so many more, Jim Cummings will be on the stage at MCM Comic Con London to talk about his extensive career and answer your questions!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | How To Scare People: Horror Authors On Turning Your Blood Cold
Halloween is coming, so it’s time for some eerie fables! Join Tiffani Angus, Verity Holloway, Kim Newman, RA Williams as they explore the blurred lines between dream, fiction, and reality and what inspired them to write in the genres of horror, historical fiction, and folklore.
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By now most are aware of how blockchain technology has influenced conversations about what is money and who controls it? But another utilization of blockchain technology known as NFT's may have a more impactful use, especially for artists and collectors. NFT's allow artists comic distributors and collectors a digital product that mirrors their physical world work with programmable scarcity to facilitate efficient collection and value protection. This panel will include a brief description of NFT's burgeoning marketplace and the intersection with the world of comics by FinTech Founder and Author of Money Revolution: FinTech Disruption from Bullion to Bitcoin. Attendees will also have access to signed copies of the book.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Comics For The Apocalypse Podcast LIVE
What comics would you take into an apocalypse and how would you handle it? In this live edition of the podcast, find out how a special guest answers this very question on stage in a Desert Island Disc-styled interview, hosted by comic book writer and podcaster, Samuel George London.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | D&D Character Creation from Stats to Story
The cast of Roll The Damn Dice (An actual play D&D podcast) talk about the different ways that they go about creating an awesome and engaging character - including backstory, character voice and picking the right stats and feats for the campaign.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | How To Start A Writing Career From Scratch
Do you read all the geeky websites and magazines and long to have your ideas published but no idea how? This panel will describe how to get started in the geeky journalism world completely from scratch. From building websites to developing networking skills this panel will have everything covered if you want to get your views heard.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | The Last Kingdom with Harry McEntire
The Last Kingdom makes landfall in the United Kingdom! Harry McEntire (Aethelwold) is coming to MCM Comic Con London. He’ll be on the Main Stage talking about his time on the hit show and answering questions from fans.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Gabriel Luna Spotlight
What do a Terminator, a Ghost Rider and Football star turned CIA mole have in common? They were all played by the incomparable Gabriel Luna! Did we mention he’ll be coming to MCM Comic Con London? Be there as the Terminator: Dark Fate and Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. hits the stage in London to talk about his incredible film and television career and answer your questions!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | THE IMMERSIVE ARKHAM ASYLUM - LONDON 2022
Department Studios, Inc., Myriad Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, in association with DC, announce Arkham Asylum, a groundbreaking live immersive experience, inspired by one of DC’s most iconic Super Heroes, Batman. Opening Autumn 2022 in London, Arkham Asylum will become one of London’s major entertainment destinations.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Doctor Who: The Community Show
Doctor Who: The Community Show is an online web-show that promotes the wonderful and creative members from across the Doctor Who Fandom, including cosplayers, artists, fan film creators and more!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | The Expanse: Exclusive Q&A with Cast & Creators NYCC REPLAY
The cast and creators come together to give fans a first look at the highly anticipated 6th and final season of The Expanse on Amazon Prime Video. Set in a colonized solar system, The Expanse begins with the governments of Earth, Mars and the Asteroid Belt locked in long-standing conflict. The crew of the Rocinante – an illegally salvaged warship – stumbles on a vast conspiracy and a mysterious alien technology that threatens to upend the balance of power and the fate of humanity. The Expanse is a high-action, realistic sci-fi adventure that broadens the vision of humanity’s path in the future as well as a deeply-felt examination of the most critical, raw, and pressing issues of today. Seasons 1 – 5 are currently available to stream on Prime Video.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Y: The Last Man Masterclass (Virtual Screening)
A special discussion with co-creator and artist of the D.C. series Y: The Last Man featuring an exclusive drawing, plus an exclusive interview with Y: The Last Man showrunner and Executive Producer Eliza Clark and Agent 355 Ashley Romans.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Shenmue the Animation: Continuing the Legacy NYCC REPLAY
Hear how Yu Sukuzi brought his Sega creations to life through anime in this original production from Adult Swim and Crunchyroll.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | The Future of Blade Runner: Black Lotus NYCC REPLAY
Explore the intricate approach to writing the dystopian future with the producers and directors of Blade Runner: Black Lotus with futurist, Maurice Conti, who shares his take on how the Blade Runner world stacks up against our future.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | The Art of the Onomatopoeia
A panel of industry veterans discusses the creation of words and visual elements that adds that extra kick to the narrative. Everyone remembers Wolverine's iconic "snikt" but the languages of iconography pervade all forms of creative media from comics to books to games to film. How do you figure out what readers/players/watchers are going to innately understand and how do you introduce them to a new language (both visual and non) without losing your audience?
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A lot of things had to change in 2021 including how books were released. Join five traditionally published authors who debuted this year to learn how they shifted tactics to launch their books in a mostly virtual world. They will share what worked and what flopped and what takeaways they will use for their next book. This panel will cover topics such as preorder campaigns giveaways social media strategies how to virtually connect with readers and more!
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | Creating Diverse Characters for Comics and More
The blockbuster successes of Black Panther and Wonder Woman proved that audiences everywhere are craving more diverse characters and stories. How can we ensure that minority characters are represented in an authentic manner even in a fantasy or created world? Listen and learn as a panel of industry writers discuss how to avoid pitfalls like tokenism and stereotyping while celebrating diverse characters backgrounds.
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Premium Access MCM London 2021 | The 540 Doors to Valhalla: Norse Myths in Fantasy Fiction
As numerous as the doors to Valhalla are the ways in which the Norse Myths have been retold in fiction outside & beyond Marvel. Join Norse fantasy authors Francesca Simon Joanne Harris & Professor Carolyne Larrington with book blogger Becky Hill in an online discussion on the Norse Myths in Fantasy Fiction. Which Norse legends inspired them? How did they renew old stories? Why does the Norse Pantheon still capture the imagination? Discover & explore this exciting sub-genre.
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Our panel will discuss the process of making your film from the very start to the moment you hand it off to the distributor and all the in-betweens. It's film school in an hour. We answered questions on all aspects of film from development to prep to production to post to the deliverables you'll need to provide to any distributor and how they differ and how to prepare for all of this at the start. Based on our top selling book.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Cospositivity: Fitness & Body Love in the Cosplay Community
Hosted by Heather Boddy. The cosplay community should be a safe space for people of all shapes and sizes. Unfortunately that is not always the case. Of course we want to feel amazing strong and empowered in our cosplays but that doesn’t mean we have to beat ourselves up at the gym to look like the character we are cosplaying. In this panel we will discuss how to fall in love with fitness and channel your inner superhero as well as what it means to love yourself throughout the process. Cosplay and fitness should both feel empowering. Let’s have a conversation about how to feel better in our bodies in and out of cosplay.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | What a Drag! A Panel on drag and cosplay!
From Video Games to Comics Anime and more come explore a world where Drag meets Cosplay! This inclusive panel of queens kings and everything in between will be having an open discussion about cosplaying their favorite characters through the queer lens as well as challenges we face melding the two artforms together within the industry of drag.
 We'll touch on a range of topics including our favorite cosplays how we create our performances and creating art that honors source materials while also being culturally responsible and avoiding cultural appropriation. We believe that drag and cosplay are for everyone and that there is so much both communities can teach each other about their respective art forms in order to help everyone grow as transformation artists. So come with your questions (even those filled with tea or shade!) and let’s talk about nerdy drag! Moderated by Crimson Kitty (Mx. Nerd NY 2018) and special guest Erika Klash
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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 including Raisin Cosplay, Maweezy, Tin Lizzy, ThouArtAnuli, SewSilly, and Rebecca Noel. 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.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Nailed It: Project Cosplay!
Nailed It: Project Cosplay is back again after a highly successful run in 2018 to bring you an hour of fun and creative competition! Think you have what it takes to cobble together a standout cosplay in an hour? Compete with your friends and family to create the cosplay of your dreams with unexpected items! But don't worry our judges (fashion industry designers & cosplayers) will be there to coach you & cheer you on! So gather your squad & come to show off your skills. Trust us this will be the most fun you have at NYCC!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Jaremi Carey's cosSLAY
This Summer Jaremi Carey and Twitch teamed up for a cosplay competition like no other. Join Jaremi as he chats with competitors OMG Juni, Gabby Nu, Casterly Fox, DJ Croft and the CosSlay winner Witchy, about the highs, lows and all the looks from the show.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Cosplay Hacks!
Cosplay can seem complicated and overwhelming. Eden and El are here to give you some secret tricks to making cosplays that look beautiful and don’t break the bank. If you don’t know how to wash something hand sewn we’ll teach you! Need a wig streaked or colored? We can cover that too. From armor to sewing recycling and more; we want to help get beginners into cosplay and the more experienced makers leveled up! We’ll also be giving away some mystery prizes!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Cosplaying for a cause and how to start a charity group
The NY Avengers are a charity organization that visits community events Hospitals ill or trauma stricken children. We travel to all 5 boroughs and NJ. We would like to discuss how we use cosplay for good and how you can start your own charity group. We also would like to discuss how our cosplays are made and how to keep the positivity flowing in the cosplay community.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Volunteer Cosplaying in your Community
Looking for other ways to cosplay outside of conventions? Look no further, come listen to great thoughts and ideas on how to turn your hobby into more than just an occasional weekend gig! Cosplay can be a wonderful volunteer activity within your community!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Over 30 Cosplay - Cosplaying into the future
Cosplay doesn’t have to stop once you turn 30 years old! That’s just the beginning!!! You can cosplay way past that and even past 100! Come listen to Ways of combating age stereotypes, how to beat that feeling of lack of inclusion and Where to draw your strength, courage and creativity from! Your future cosplays can be in any character, genre Or artistic manner you choose, make it your own and Cosplay on!!!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Cosplaying While PLUS ULTRA!!!
Are you a plus-size nerd and want to get into Cosplay?! This is the panel for you. In this panel, we will discuss how to motivate and execute your cosplays while dismissing the social-political beauty standards of the nerd community! We will go over neat tips and tricks to better your cosplay experience in the areas of crafting resources and makeup skills and body confidence! Cosplay your way! While loving the skin you're in!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Crash Into Cosplay! Your First Steps to Success!
Do you attend NYCC every year dressed like Peter Parker but YEARN to be Spider-Man? Are you too intimidated to don the Spandex? Do you want to become one of those Amazing Cosplayers you see on the Convention Floor, but don't know where to start? THEN DO WE HAVE THE PANEL FOR YOU! Get out from behind that clever T-Shirt and learn to Swing into being a Superhero! We will take you through the steps of identifying your character, sourcing materials, planning out on a budget and feeling COMFORTABLE with what you have put together! Every hero has to start somewhere, and our panel of experienced Cosplayers will share their lifetime of Tips and Tricks to get you into the Superhero Game! Open to Fans of all Ages interests and Skill Level!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | The Business of Cosplay: Cosplay Professional Development
So you want to be a Cosplay Entrepreneur? The Business of Cosplay explores building a brand, creating value and cultivating engagement as a cosplay entrepreneur. Led by international cosplayer and business consultant Philip Odango aka Canvas Cosplay, award-winning cosplayers and cosplay entrepreneurs LuckyGrim Creative, Vanta Black Cosplay and Geeks A Gogo share insights, trends, challenges and learnings to equip enterprising cosplayers crafters, makers, photographers and artists in their professional journey. Learn from this exciting and informative session.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | The Women Who Built Fandom
Ever since Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley published "Frankenstein" over two hundred years ago women have been at the forefront of science-fiction and science-fiction fandom. Women created the first media conventions; Women organized letter-writing campaigns to television studios; Women were costuming publishing fanzines writing fan fiction and creating fan art long before the days of live tweets and reaction videos. Our panelists will celebrate the history of the women who laid the groundwork for modern-day fandom as we aspire to carry on their legacy.
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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.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Putting Butts in Seats: From Wrestling to Comics with Tony Schiavone!
Join legendary professional wrestling announcer Tony Schiavone as he discusses the evolution of his new Source Point Press graphic novel BUTTS IN SEATS: THE TONY SCHIAVONE STORY with team members including comic writer Dirk Manning editor Drena Jo and head of talent relations Mike Dockins. Tony Schiavone will also be participating in a special Team BUTTS IN SEATS signing engagement at the Source Point Press booth on the convention floor, check their schedule for details!
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | @Superhero IRL: The Hero is YOU
Join @SuperheroIRL to celebrate the epicenter of heroism: YOU! This annual, fan favorite panel features ways you can build resilience & impact the planet for good, like the stories we crave. End bullying, become heroes of #Inclusion for #women #LGBTQIA+ #BIPOC — and rule your own Heroic Journey. “Pop Culture Hero Coalition is turning fantasy into the real world with justice and heroism.” CBS NEWS
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | #BroadwayToHollywood: A New Age of Musicals
Take a look at what it takes to bring the magic of a Broadway Musical to new mediums in this behind-the-scenes look at “Hamilton,” “In The Heights,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” “Wicked,” “Beetlejuice,” “Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical,” and “Tick, Tick… Boom!” Get insight from talented creatives as they discuss the impact Broadway has had on Hollywood productions and how Hollywood has been instrumental in expanding the audience! Featuring Composer/ Music Director Alex Lacamoire (“Hamilton,” “In The Heights”), Music Producer Bill Sherman (“In The Heights,” “Tick, Tick… Boom!”), Makeup Designer/ Department Head Stevie Martin (“Dear Evan Hansen,” “Respect”), Makeup Designer Joe Dulude II (“Wicked,” “Beetlejuice,” “Jesus Christ Superstar Live”), and Composer/ Music Supervisor Daniel Mertzlufft (“Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical”). Moderated by Actor and Singer, Joshua Henry (“Hamilton,” “Tick, Tick… Boom!”)
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Wellness for Geeks Who Sit
Are you a gamer, writer, cosplayer, artist, or simply someone who spends a lot of time sitting at a desk? This workshop is designed to help you with those aches and pains that we develop from being hunched over the latest armor build or beating the final boss. You will leave with new skills in your health arsenal including mobility stretches, strength movements, and even a few nutritional tips. Note: This is a seated movement workshop tailored with various body types in mind.
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Premium Access NYCC 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, two-spirit and non-binary artists and creators as we answer all of your cosplay and prop-making questions free of judgement and criticism. Our expert panelists can answer your questions on a wide variety of topics and can help you get the information you need to take 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, trans, two-spirit and non-binary prop-makers costume designers SFX artists cosplayers and more at all skill levels.
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Premium Access NYCC 2021 | Disney’s Winnie the Pooh to The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Rockefeller Productions: Nostalgia through Puppetry. Jonathan Rockefeller will speak with appearances by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Paddington, The Golden Girls, The Cast from Friends (our new show beginning in November) and Winnie the Pooh and Tigger. Jonathan will discuss the inspiration and creative process and will feature video as well as live puppets. Jonathan was mentored by Baz Lurhmann so there is a lot to discuss.
