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  • NYCC 2021 | #BroadwayToHollywood: A New Age of Musicals

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    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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  • NYCC 2021 | Wellness for Geeks Who Sit

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    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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  • NYCC 2021 | PROP SHOP TALK WITH THE WOMEN OF SHEPROP!

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    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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  • NYCC 2021 | Disney’s Winnie the Pooh to The Very Hungry Caterpillar

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    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.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Incorporating Social Emotional Learning through Comics, Graphic Novels, Anime & Manga

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    Three teachers from MS137 School of Heroes in Ozone Park will share how they use comics, graphic novels, anime and manga to promote social emotional learning in their classrooms. Some examples are introducing a comic library in the classroom and creating comic characters out of characters from novels.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Legion M: How The Power of Fandom is Changing Hollywood

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    Legion M is the world’s first fan-owned entertainment company and through equity crowdfunding we have made it possible for anyone to become an entertainment investor. Our investors and members have access to special screenings and exclusive industry events! Our panel will reveal how Legion M is involved with films like Jay and Silent Bob: Reboot (Kevin Smith) and Mandy (Nicolas Cage) and how you can be too!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Help the AstroNuts Find the Perfect Planet! Or else.

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    National Ambassador for Young People's Lit Jon Scieszka and International Illustrator/Open Source Collage Master Steven Weinberg are going to spill the beans about the Top Secret NNASA (Not NASA) program of 4 superpowered animal astronauts built to find a Goldilocks Planet to save all humanity. Combining real hardcore climate science, goofy action, and mind-blowing illustrations, Jon and Steven will tell the whole truth about how the AstroNuts can only find the Perfect Planet with your help.

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  • NYCC 2021 | In Conversation with Soman Chainani & Marie Lu

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    #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu, hailed by The New York Times as “the doyenne of dystopia,” has just concluded her darkest series yet with STEELSTRIKER, the highly anticipated finale to the Skyhunter duet. Join Marie as she discusses her decade-long relationship with dystopian YA fiction, concluding the Skyhunter series, and what’s next, with Soman Chainani (Beasts and Beauty).

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  • NYCC 2021 | Space Odysseys: A Chat with Charlie Jane Anders and Tochi Onyebuchi

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    In this panel Tor.com and Book Riot contributor Aurora Dominguez will be in conversation with these two amazing authors of YA Sci-Fi Fiction.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Broadway's A.J. Holmes: Creating One-Man Musical Yeah, But Not Right Now

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    Join Broadway star A.J. Holmes (Book of Mormon, StarKid Productions) in discussion with director Caitlin Cook (Edinburgh Fringe, HBO's WICF) and sound designer Craig Bundy (Subculture) about bringing his new one-man musical Yeah, But Not Right Now (currently running at the Soho Playhouse through October 16th) to the stage. Holmes will play some pieces from the show and open the door for questions about creating a cohesive hour of comedy, music, and theater; writing musical comedy; and what it's like to be a bargain bin Bo Burnham.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Expanse feat. Wes Chatham & Steven Strait

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    Join the main leads: Wes Chatham and Steven Strait of the hit Amazon show; The Expanse as they reflect on the series and answer fan questions!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Read Dangerously: The AfterShock Comics Creators Panel

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    Six years. 100 titles. 400+ creators. Calling all to Read Dangerously! AfterShock has risen from scrappy upstart to one of the most prolific and influential independent publishers in comics today! Join us and a Murderers Row of talent as we preview creator-owned projects on the way from AfterShock and our new YA imprint Seismic Press. Panelists include Steve Orlando Stephanie Phillips Frank Tieri Mark Sable Steve Foxe David Pepose and more - hosted by Editor-in-Chief Mike Marts.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Zenescope's Pitch Tank

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    Enter the Dragon's Den! Aspiring writers will pitch their scariest short comic book stories to Zenescope Editors in a competition for the ages! We'll select at least one winner who will have their story published in a 2022 anthology issue of Zenescope's hit horror series: Grimm Tales of Terror. *Contestants will be selected prior to the panel date but limited spots will remain open for walk-in sign ups.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Yen Press Anime Preview: Read the Books First!

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    There’s so much great anime coming out—many of them based on great Yen Press titles! Join Yen Press as they present some of their favorite upcoming anime and discuss the books that inspired them.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Conspiracy Theories of "The Department of Truth" with James Tynion IV

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    Image Comics' smash-hit series "The Department of Truth " is so gripping because the horror is based in reality. Or at least certain people's fake realities. Writer James Tynion IV fills each issue with conspiracy theories that actual people believe -- maybe even your friends! He'll explain why he thinks that's important with our panel of experts including a critical thinking professor a historian of science and more.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Best of All Worlds: Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd.

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    The team behind Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. presents a line-up of what toys and collectibles are coming out in the future and hosts a Q&A where you can ask your burning questions!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Taking Off with Rocketship Entertainment!

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    Rocketship Entertainment has quickly become an industry leader in publishing hit webcomics. Hear from CEO & Publisher Tom Akel, Leeanne "Mongie" Krecic, creator of the Eisner nominated Let's Play, New York Times bestselling author Nick Seluk (Lars the Awkward Yeti, Heart & Brain), Victoria Robado (#Blessed), Thom Zahler (Cupid's Arrows, Warning Label), and Fabian Nicieza and Reilly Brown (Outrage) for a taste of what's coming to Rocketship in 2022! We'll talk the transitions from webcomics to print and back and the challenges for creators looking to find success in both mediums.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Navigating a Narrative Minefield: Writing a Call of Duty Story Across Video Games and Comics

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    Writing a video game story is a challenge in and of itself. Writing a video game story and using comics to take a deeper dive into the backstories of its main characters took this challenge to a whole new level. In this panel, the writers of Call of Duty®: Vanguard talk about navigating the unique minefield of writing for both mediums simultaneously.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Greater Than Fiction: Real Life Stories of Tragedy and Triumph!

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    Join Priya Huq (PIECE BY PIECE: THE STORY OF NISRIN’S HIJAB), Ian Rosenberg and Mike Cavallaro (FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK), Marc Hartzman (CHASING GHOSTS), Kristen Radtke (SEEK YOU), and Marisabina Russo (WHY IS EVERYBODY YELLING?) as they discuss embracing the power of storytelling to share true tales of faith and family in the past and present, being a world citizen, the supernatural history of America, and loneliness and its manifestations with Patty Hawkins.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Crunchyroll Industry Panel

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    Hear about all the latest and greatest anime and manga coming out of Crunchyroll, straight from the source!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Comics & Hollywood - What Creators Need to Know Now

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    More comics are being turned into films, & creators have important questions about how Hollywood works. Practical, actionable information from top creators who have navigated the TV & movie business.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Avatar: Braving the Elements LIVE - NYCC Edition!

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    Enter the amazing world of Avatar! Live from New York Comic Con, join Avatar: Braving the Elements podcast hosts Janet Varney (the voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (the voice of Prince Zuko) for a live taping of an all-new episode. Co-produced by Nickelodeon and iHeartRadio, the official companion podcast extends the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender for loyal fans who grew up on the beloved franchise and those discovering the series for the first time. Featuring Janet and Dante, along with special guests, this one-of-a-kind panel explores every element of the Avatarverse, including the origins of the story and how Avatar was brought to life!

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  • Broadway's A.J. Holmes: Creating One-Man Musical Yeah, But Not Right Now

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    oin Broadway star A.J. Holmes (Book of Mormon, StarKid Productions) in discussion with director Caitlin Cook (Edinburgh Fringe, HBO's WICF) and sound designer Craig Bundy (Subculture) about bringing his new one-man musical Yeah, But Not Right Now (currently running at the Soho Playhouse through October 16th) to the stage.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Cheesy Line-Reading Contest

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    Calling all actors! Do you think you can deliver the most famously cheesy lines from your favorite movies and TV shows better than the pros? Compete against other Comic-Con attendees to see who will be the next Nicolas Cage or Hayden Christensen or just sit back and cheer on your favorites. You'll laugh! You'll groan! You might even cry! Either way, it's sure to be a memorable time.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Chris Claremont Spotlight

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    The Godfather of the X-Men is coming to New York Comic Con! Creator of famous X-Men heroes and villains alike including Kitty Pryde, Emma Frost, Gambit, Rogue, Mystique and so many more, Claremont's contributions to the X-Men cannot be overstated! Join him for a can't miss conversation as he talks about his now-legendary work and answers questions from you!

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  • NYCC 2021 | It's Clobberin Time: Great Comic Book Fights

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    Why is it so dang fun to watch comic book heroes and villains beat the stuffing out of each other? The Comics Beat’s Gregory Paul Silber moderates this upbeat and hilarious panel as guests Jamal Igle (The Wrong Earth) Heather Antos (IDW) Ricardo Serrano Denis (The Beat) and Joe Caramagna (DuckTales) discuss how they make exciting comic book battles come to life on the page.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Coloring Outside the Lines, Presented by McDonald’s APA Next

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    Join our special guests, writer and illustrator Frank Cho and illustrator Erik Ly, as they explore their unique experiences as Asian Pacific American (APA) creators and exciting journeys in the world of Comics, Gaming, and Pop Culture. Featuring NYCC Artist Alley creators Frank Cho and Erik Ly. Moderated by pop culture consultant and enthusiast, Kuo-Yu Liang.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Podlander Drunkcast: an Outlander Podcast Live (*cough* and filthy) fanfic!

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    One of the world's most popular/profane Outlander podcasts returns to its most ludicrous format: The composition of live fanfic as guided by the audience and dolled up by their own prodigiously weird minds. (Not recommended for kids unless you're super cool about your kid's swearing and talking about doin' it.) The accents will be bad, the innuendo plentiful, and the singing completely unnecessary.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Total Eclipse of the Witch

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    The rising popularity of witches across format and genre has put a spell on all of us - hear from creators about why we're all so bewitched, and all the different kinds of fictional witches to love. Join Rebecca Mock (SALT MAGIC), Ann Aguirre (WITCH, PLEASE), Rachel Griffin (THE NATURE OF WITCHES), and Scarlett St. Clair (KING OF BATTLE & BLOOD) as they get their witch on with Phoebe Cramer (Publishers Weekly).

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  • NYCC 2021 | Going Postal: The revival of the worlds most controversial video game franchise

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    Meet the creators of the series that has a laundry list of controversy; like being hit with a trademark lawsuit by the USPS, being targeted by Senator Joe Lieberman who labeled it as one of the worst things in America, and retail chains CompUSA and Wal-Mart refusing to sell the game. Despite this Postal has become one of the most long-running video game series shifting well over 5 million units in sales and its Developers Running With Scissors have become a respected powerhouse in the industry. Today Postal 4 is out on Valve's Steam platform in Early Access and we'll cover where the future of the game is heading with a few surprises to come.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Higher We Rise, Harder We Fall: Black Businesses in Nerd Space

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    Black business owners address the trials of owning a business within the nerd community and the slippery slope of maintaining favor with consumers that could critique them harder than their non-POC counterparts.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Legend of Micro-Face: How NPR's Planet Money Rescued a Lost Hero

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    There are thousands of forgotten superheroes. Can any of them be saved? And, more importantly, can they make any money? NPR's economics podcast gave it a try. In the 5-part series "Planet Money Buys a Superhero," Kenny Malone and Robert Smith hustled their way into the superhero industry. Come meet the PM hosts and their artistic co-conspirators in a Comic-Con exclusive. They'll share a behind-the-scenes look at IP, copyright, and how they discovered, and marketed, an audio superhero: Micro-Face.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Science of Sci-Fi

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    Blockbusters like Justice League, Black Widow, Godzilla vs. Kong, Shang-Chi, and The Legend of the Ten Rings are filled with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. In this panel, we focus on the “Sci” of Sci-Fi! Astrophysicist Charles Liu (as seen on StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson) will be joined by science and pop culture experts as they break down the top movies of 2021.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Heroic Teens & the Power of YA Graphic Novels

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    In this panel, Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham (FRIENDS FOREVER), Kami Garcia (TEEN TITANS), and E. Lockhart (WHISTLE: A NEW GOTHAM CITY HERO) will discuss recent trends in the YA graphic novel space and the importance of crafting captivating and compelling characters for teens (and about teens) with editor Julia P. McCarthy.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Writer-Artist Titan

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    Comics give rise to a uniquely adept storytelling Titan - the writer/artist. This gift granted from the realm of the art gods bestows upon an individual the ability to engulf a reader in a sole vision of artistic literature. The writer-artist unifies two worlds; merging the written word and the image reveals an all-encompassing solitary window into the magical realm of a singular mind's imagination. The divine crown of writer/artist transcends both worlds allowing for an exclusively intimate connection between creator and reader by affixing two minds through the path of least resistance. Familiar titanous landscapes include: The beat streets of Will Eisner. The Haunted Realms of Mike Mignola. The blood-stained cities of Frank Miller. The Galactic Battlescapes of the King himself Jack Kirby. Distinct to each of these creations is the irreplaceable thumbprint of their creator's vision.

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  • NYCC 2021 | VIZ Media Official Panel

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    VIZ Panels are back! Come get the latest news on popular manga and anime like MY HERO ACADEMIA, ONE PIECE, YASHAHIME, and many more. Joining us are super-talented voice actors Johnny Yong Bosch and Cristina Vee. Come play games, win prizes, and have a blast!

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  • NYCC 2021 | ComiXology Originals presents: CONversations with Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo

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    Join celebrated comic book writer Scott Snyder (Batman, American Vampire, Wytches) and legendary comic book artist Greg Capullo (Batman, Dark Nights: Metal, Spawn) as they discuss their first creator-owned creation together from comiXology Originals: We Have Demons as well as their longtime friendship and working relationship in the comic book industry.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Critics Choice Super Awards: Debating The Year’s Best Genre Shows and Films

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    Genre Storytelling is the heart and soul of the entertainment business. Yet when it comes to awards season, those very movies and TV shows that have devoted audiences worldwide are often overlooked. It’s been that way for too long. Neither Alfred Hitchcock nor Stanley Kubrick ever won an Oscar as directors. The Critics Choice Awards have long wanted to find a way to address this. The “Super” Awards have been launched so that those devoted to genre movie-making and TV production; from thrillers to horror, from action movies to science-fiction, finally get the recognition they truly deserve. Panelists from some of the leading entertainment media outlets will discuss buzzworthy TV shows and movies that are leading contenders for the next installment of the CCA Super Awards.

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  • NYCC 2021 | In Conversation With Brian K. Vaughan

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    A very special guest joins the co-creator of SAGA, PAPER GIRLS and Y: THE LAST MAN for a live discussion of BKV’s past, present and future work in comics.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Roddenberry Podcasts Presents: Star Trek's Guide to Community

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    Star Trek is not just a dream for the future but a reflection of our world today. From Kirk and Spock to Mariner and Boimler, Trek challenges us to reflect on how we’re succeeding, how far we’ve come, and what we need to do better. On this panel hosts from Roddenberry Podcasts' Priority One and Women at Warp will explore how Star Trek teaches us to build both local and global communities and be ambassadors of positive change.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Take a Stand with Politically Charged YA Fiction

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    Rebellious spirits reign supreme in Marie Lu (STEELSTRIKER), Marie Rutkoski (THE HOLLOW HEART), and Carolyn Tara O’Neil’s (DAUGHTERS OF A DEAD EMPIRE) harrowing thrillers about the price we pay for change. Join these authors as they discuss writing YA fiction that helps explore and process sociopolitical issues.

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  • NYCC 2021 | ARRAY CREW: GET HIRED IN THE FILM AND TELEVISION INDUSTRY

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    Founded by filmmaker Ava DuVernay (NAOMI, DMZ, WINGS OF FIRE), ARRAY Crew is a database of below-the-line production crew members from diverse backgrounds committed to creating inclusive production sets all over the world. If you have an interest in working in the film and television industry, or already do, join VFX supervisor Greg Anderson (LUKE CAGE, SPIDER-MAN, MR. ROBOT, DMZ), make-up artist Lani Barry (GOTHAM, POWER) and stunt coordinator Kenny Wong (JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 2, DAREDEVIL) for a conversation about their careers, importance of representation behind the camera and the positive impact of working on a set that reflects the world around us. ARRAY Crew (arraycrew.com) is free to eligible members who are 18+ with at least one verifiable production credit.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Rob Liefeld Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Deadpool and X-Force Panel

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    Join comic book legend, Rob Liefeld, for a celebration of 30 years of his biggest creations - Marvel's Merc with a Mouth, Deadpool, and X-Force. X-FORCE #1 was a blockbuster success, selling over 5 million copies to become one of the best-selling single issues in Marvel Comics history back in 1991. See artwork and hear never before told stories direct from the man himself. Just like Deadpool, you never know what he might say!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Page 1 Panel 1 (Comic Book Writing & Art Tutorial)

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    An all-star cast of experienced, working comic book writers and artists talk about telling an effective story on the page. Learn about how real professional artists break down a script and thumbnail a page. Actual working pros show you how they determine the layout, the story flow, and specific panels from a real comic book script.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Make Your Own Damn Comic Book! Turning Comic Book Dreams Into Reality.

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    Twelve years ago, writer/creator Michael Kingston set out to bring his groundbreaking wrestling comic book, Headlocked to the world...and was summarily shot down by everyone! Today, Headlocked is a sustainable comic book brand thats been featured on Forbes, Sports Illustrated, WWE. com, the Miami Herald, and the Baltimore Sun.

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  • NYCC 2021 | FRIENDS FOREVER! Spotlight on Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham

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    Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham are the New York Times bestselling creators of the Friends series of graphic novel memoirs, which includes the newly released finale: FRIENDS FOREVER. They are also best friends in real life. In their new installment, young Shannon is in eighth grade, and life is more complicated than ever! Join Shannon and LeUyen as they discuss the graphic novel memoir genre, ending the Friends series.

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  • NYCC 2021 | GHOST HUNTERS LIVE

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    This is the revival of the series that started it all. discovery+ presents the paranormal investigators and stars of mega-hit series Ghost Hunters, LIVE! at Comic-Con! Join original team leader Jason Hawes and Steve Gonsalves, Dave Tango and Shari DeBenedetti, along with special guests Amy Bruni and Adam Berry on the ultimate panel for the superfans of the paranormal OGs. Those in attendance will have the chance to ask their own burning questions and get a sneak peek of the new season with the team back together. Plus, they’ll receive an EXCLUSIVE giveaway and be among the first to hear an exciting announcement from the team!

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  • NYCC 2021 | The CW’s 4400 (Virtual Screening)

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    Based on the original TV series by Scott Peters and Renee Echevarria, 4400 overlooked, undervalued, or otherwise marginalized people who vanished without a trace over the last hundred years are all returned in an instant, having not aged a day and with no memory of what happened to them. Join series stars Brittany Adebumola, Joseph David-Jones, Ireon Roach, TL Thompson, Jaye Ladymore, Derrick A. King, Khailah Johnson, Cory Jeacoma, AMARR, and Autumn Best in a conversation moderated by showrunners Ariana Jackson and Sunil Nayar as they discuss the exciting, reimagined story and what to expect when the series premieres Monday, October 25th on The CW.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Sartorial Geek Fashion Fix

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    Infusing geekiness into everyday fashion is easier than it’s ever been thanks to the growing nerd fashion industry. However, it still takes some creativity and an arsenal of tips and tricks to put together a stylish nerdy wardrobe. We’re bringing together a diverse lineup of geeky fashion bloggers to give our audience styling tips that they can actually take home to their own wardrobes. Each of our panelists will showcase a unique geeky style (for example a cutesy kawaii look or a vampy outfit inspired by Nadja from What We Do in the Shadows). Our panelists will discuss their outfit providing helpful tips about how they put it together and how others can replicate it (like tying a knot in a boxy graphic tee or pulling colors and textures from fictional characters into a bounding look). We’ll also send everyone home with a digital copy of the information taught in this panel.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Beyond Latinx: Diversity and Intersectionality in Media representations

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    A group of self-proclaimed geek professionals including a television writer a college professor an IT administrator and an indie film director will all share their thoughts on their favorite fandoms comics and films paying specific attention to the presence and absence of Latinx characters in each of the works discussed. The panel made up of all Latinx heritage members will explore representation the lack of diversity in lead characters found in current comic related media and discuss wishes and goals for new stories and characters to be featured in future material. Frank and open dialogue about influences and the challenges of being unrepresented in pop culture as well as the difficulty of seeing mainly stereotypes and homogenized characters as the main source of Latinx representation will include Q&A with the audience as well as brainstorming about ways to improve the current culture.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Broadway Bard Party

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    New York Comic Con audiences will join Broadway Actors/Stars as they inhabit characters, overcome conflicts, achieve exciting objectives, then go and perform 8 shows a week. Playing a D&D-style one-shot, audiences will watch as they solve problems, entertain, and maybe even get the "roll of their lives"!

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  • NYCC 2021 | The New Comics Creator: How Diversity Is Leading to More Opportunities for All

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    The face of comics isn't just changing, it's expanding. There isn't just one face of comics anymore, it's now a diverse line up of different shapes, colors, creeds, etc. Join Comics Experience's founder Andy Schmidt to learn how the diversification of comics creators and comics content go hand in hand, and the advantages to comics as a whole. Learn what kind of background and training/education these new comics creators come from, and you'll see why comics are changing and why it's a good thing!

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  • NYCC 2021 | HANNA: Exclusive Q&A with Cast & Creators (Virtual Screening)

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    Hanna follows the journey of an extraordinary young woman as she strives to destroy Utrax, the sinister organization that genetically engineered her and others to be the perfect assassins. In the upcoming third season, Hanna attempts to destroy Utrax with the help of troubled ex-CIA agent Marissa Wiegler. The story crisscrosses Europe and builds to a dramatic climax when Hanna and Marissa discover the true, horrifying scope of the operation as well as who was ultimately behind it all. Join the cast and creators as they preview season 3, coming to Amazon Prime Video this fall.

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  • NYCC 2021 | NFTs and the Future of Collectibles

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    NFTs made a controversial splash into the world of collecting in 2021. There's been a lot said about the pros and cons of the technology - what's the environmental impact? Is it a flash in the pan? How does it affect creators and IP owners? This is your chance to hear some real talk from creators publishers and developers about where NFTs are going in the world of comics entertainment and pop culture. Join Erika Alexander (Wu Tang Clan Concrete Park) Nick Barrucci (CEO Dynamite Entertainment) Matt Medney (CEO Heavy Metal) Juan Hernandez (CEO Curio) and maybe a surprise guest or two in conversation with Journalist/industry expert Rob Salkowitz (Forbes ICv2).

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  • NYCC 2021 | Live from Xadia: Wonderstorm's The Dragon Prince

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    We’re excited to be back in person, embracing the energy of the fandom, and celebrating YOU: The Dragon Prince community! We won't be sharing any new information about The Dragon Prince series or season 4, but the panel will be full of inside peeks into our expanded universe, contests and trivia, fun prizes, and more. Chat with Wonderstorm creators and lead writers as well as voice actors. Come in cosplay, bring fan art, or ask your burning questions. Anyone willing to help act out a scene from our upcoming graphic novels with the cast? Join us on stage and become part of Xadia yourself!

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  • NYCC 2021 | David Harbour Spotlight

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    From Stranger Things to Black Widow, David Harbour has captured the attention of fans on big and small screens alike. Join the New York native as he reflects on his iconic roles and answers fan questions!

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  • NYCC 2021 | GHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE Panel

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    Director Jason Reitman and producer Ivan Reitman will be joined by some of the cast of Sony Pictures’ Ghostbusters: Afterlife for an in-depth conversation. The panel will cover the highly-anticipated new film and the franchise at large, one of the most beloved in pop culture history. In addition to insightful conversation, the panel will feature never-before-seen clips from the film.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Absolute Comics LIVE! - Learn the Ways of Comic Book YouTube!

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    The award-winning hosts of Comicstorian & ComicPOP weekly come together for their podcast Absolute Comics! Join us here in NYCC as they come together to talk about the life of running two successful YouTube Channels and a series of Podcasts! Ask your questions of how to start yourself!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Teen Talk Through Manga

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    This panel will be an open discussion about how teen issues including first love, school life, and social-emotional development are represented in manga. Based on real conversations we have had with teens at the library we will discuss how to tie the discussed topics to manga that they have read and loved. Anime and manga have been subjected to controversy and fans have been bullied for their love of comics and manga and through this panel, we hope there will be a better understanding and appreciation for this media.

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  • NYCC 2021 | NASA Space Technology for Humans and others...

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    To continue to explore space beyond our planet we will require technology that is "out of this world." But some of that is not that far off from science fiction. NASA is currently developing technologies that will support future human and robotic missions and soon to will allow the first woman and person of color to set foot on the Moon through our Artemis program. Our panelists will bring their expertise to talk about these technologies and what our space exploration future entails.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Murder at Teal's Pond: The Unsolved Mystery That Inspired Twin Peaks

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    Authors David Bushman and Mark Givens discuss the 113-year-old cold case murder that inspired the TV show Twin Peaks which is the subject of their upcoming book -- coming in December from the Amazon-owned publishing house Thomas + Mercer.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Joe Kubert School Presents: Breaking into Comics!

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    Looking to make the leap into the comics industry? Learn from published creators and seasoned instructors from The Joe Kubert School! Hear their stories and ask questions so that you can learn tips from the pros, and get the tools to take the next steps in your comics journey.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Pop Goes Your Christmas Tree with PopMinded by Hallmark

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    Find out what all goes into creating Hallmark’s pop-culture-themed collectibles like Keepsake Ornaments itty bittys® plush characters and other gift products with brands such as Star Wars™ Star Trek™ Harry Potter™ Marvel DC Comics Nintendo and more. Plus you’ll get sneak peeks at what’s coming in 2022 and a few chances to win prizes including those elusive 2021 event exclusives! Panelist: Christine Taylor Creative Manager Hallmark Licensing / Creative Director PopMinded by Hallmark and Sergio Rivero Master Designer working on itty bittys® and gifts.

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  • NYCC 2021 | MTV 40th Anniversary Panel

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    August 1st 1981: MTV airs for the first time anywhere. We take a look at MTV over the past 40 years from music videos to reality TV, by speaking with key people — from MTV founders to musicians to journalists — about the cable channel that became a major cultural force.

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  • NYCC 2021 | George Takei Spotlight

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    Oh my! From Star Trek to Mulan and much much more, the legendary George Takei is here at NYCC to answer all your questions!

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  • NYCC 2021 | U cre-8 Comics Presents: The Character Crafter Workshop

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    Are you the next GREAT Creator?! Take the Raconteur’s challenge and design your own character from start to finish! Establish superpowers, design costume ideas, craft an origin story, and MORE! The PERFECT tool to jumpstart YOUR comic universe.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Kickstarting Comics in 2021 and beyond!

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    In 2020 comics on Kickstarter raised over $20 million and had a 74% success rate! Join Kickstarter’s Director of Publishing and Comics Outreach, Oriana Leckert, Rocketship Entertainment CEO & Publisher, Tom Akel, co-founder of Beehive Books, Maëlle Doliveux, creator Erica Schultz (The Deadliest Bouquet, Forgotten Home), and creator Kwanza Osajyefo (Black, White) to discuss best practices, their success and failures, and what's next for crowdfunded comics! Hosted by Forbes' Rob Salkowitz.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Graphic Novels Inspired by Real Life

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    Join Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham (FRIENDS FOREVER), Marisabina Russo (WHY IS EVERYBODY YELLING?), Kami Garcia (TEEN TITANS), and E. Lockhart (WHISTLE: A NEW GOTHAM CITY HERO) as they get real with editor Julia McCarthy about their new graphic novels that tackle the most exciting journey of all -- real life!

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Shows That Changed the Way We Watch TV

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    Inspired by Rotten Tomatoes' new book The Ultimate Binge Guide this panel will look at the most influential and totally bingeable series of all time from Game of Thrones all the way back to The Twilight Zone. Rotten Tomatoes editor-in-chief Joel Meares will sit down with some of the sharpest TV critics in the game and dig into the shows that shaped history the role technology has played in how serialized stories are told and which super producers are pushing the form forward today.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Voices of Star Wars Animation feat. Dee Bradley Baker & Matthew Wood

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    From Star Wars: The Bad Batch to the voice of General Grievous- Dee Bradley Baker and Matthew Wood have voiced generations of Star Wars characters. Come hear the two reflect on their time in the most celebrated universe and answer fan questions!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Titmouse Inc. — We Make Cartoons!

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    Meet one of the largest 2D animation studios in America. Talk with creators, producers and animators. There will be discussions about current and upcoming projects and how we make them! Come check out screenings of our animation favorites, grab free merchandise and get your cartoon questions answered! Plus live drawing prizes from real Titmouse artists.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Lost Cos - first feature film made for cosplayer by cosplayer

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    This movie is made to shed light on the cosplay community. Create the first cosplay club where people can showcase their own work and bring it to life.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The George Lucas Talk Show: In The Maclunkeyverse Of Madness

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    After two triumphant pre-pandemic panels at NYCC, The George Lucas Talk Show returns with its best panel yet! "Retired Filmmaker George Lucas" (Actor/comedian Connor Ratliff from The Marvelous Mrs Maisel & the Dead Eyes podcast) and his talk show sidekick WATTO (Griffin Newman from The Tick & the Blank Check podcast) are joined by a panel of surprising & interesting guests (both in-person and via digital technology) and give away a ton of prizes to the audience in a way that is totally COVID-safe.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Amplifying Black Voices and Bold Stories in Comics and Creative Tech

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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 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. Also a discussion of other innovative comic books by other African-American artists. Featured on the panel is renowned illustrator ASHLEY A. WOODS, augmented reality designer RAM DEVINENI, editor ERIC BATTLE, and Comics in Color creator CAGE LUSE.

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  • Paranormal Caught on Camera!

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    Interest in the unknown is consistently on the rise! One look at the number of ghost shows on TV indicates that audiences simply can't get enough. What do they love most? Sharing their tales. Travel Channel's "Paranormal Caught on Camera" was just renewed for its 5th season and what better way to celebrate than by bringing together a few of the beloved analysts at the one and only New York Comic Con! The experts will be on hand to offer their thoughts on supernatural video submissions along with audience participation. :) Ever wonder how to decipher what is "real"? This is your chance to find out!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Audible and Ubisoft Present: THE DIVISION – Exclusive Q&A with Cast & Inside Look (VIRTUAL SCREENING)

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    Panel Description: Inspired by the hit Ubisoft game Tom Clancy’s The Division, the new Audible Original is an action-packed drama that explores duty, love, and the impossible situation of a woman trapped between the two. Join stars Katee Sackhoff, Shannon Woodward, and Intae Kim along with writer/director Kc Wayland, Ubisoft’s Etienne Bouvier, and Audible’s Lydia Shamah for a lively Q&A about transforming this epic video game into a cinematic audio experience for listeners. The conversation will dive into the making of this Audible Original, the intersection of gaming and audio fandoms, and the unique momentum of a visuals-free, audio-only experience.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Comedy Central’s Fairview and Washingtonia

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    Comedy Central’s Fairview and Washingtonia – A moderated conversation with producers and voice talent from the original and upcoming animated projects “Fairview” and “Washingtonia” premiering on Comedy Central this fall. “Fairview” is a weekly, hyper-topical, half-hour adult animated show about how national politics causes wild small-town drama in the Natty Light-chugging, grocery store parking lot-fighting, public urinating town of Fairview through the lens of its sloppy party girl turned pragmatic mayor Kelly Sampson. “Washingtonia” is an animated story of a rising political star and his deeply incompetent staff navigating the way deeper incompetence of Washington.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Love In the Time of the Pandemic

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    The unqualified success of romance in multiple mediums is a testament to the passion of its readers and authors, and it provides a much-needed HEA in uncertain times. Journalist Lily Herman will discuss the joys of Happily Ever After, or at least Happy For Now, with Brigid Kemmerer (DEFY THE NIGHT), K.M. Jackson (HOW TO MARRY KEANU REEVES IN 90 DAYS), and Christina Lauren (THE SOULMATE EQUATION).

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  • Social Media Optimization for Comic Book Creators

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    Tips, tricks, and technologies to connect with your audience, build your base, and sell your books. Also, how not to ruin your career in one tweet.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Big Broadway Nerd Panel

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    Theatre is filled with passionate artists creating stunning new works, and a lot of those artists are giant nerds! Playbill will bring some of the Biggest Broadway Nerds to NY Comic-Con to talk about the role that fantasy, comic books, and science fiction have had in inspiring and engaging their performances, personas, and personal lives.

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  • Editing Advice with Ellen Datlow

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    Multi-award-winning editor of sf/f/h Datlow started as Fiction Editor of OMNI magazine but these days edits mostly horror. (including the annual Best Horror of the Year for example) and currently acquires stories and novellas for Tor.com and others. If you’re curious about what an editor does how they choose their stories and contributors and/or have questions about horror fiction Ellen has the answer. Ask her anything. You won't be disappointed!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Zenescope Previews Panel: The Story Behind the Stories

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    Ever wanted the story behind the "bad boys" of comics? Known for provocative covers Zenescope has been overlooked by critics. But what Zen fans know well is Zenescope has quietly built the largest female driven shared universe in comics! From record-breaking titles like Grimm Fairy Tales and Robyn Hood to fresh horror/comedy titles such as Man Goat & The Bunnyman and Possessive this underrated publisher continues to shift the face of comics! Come with an open mind and preview what's to come.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Coffee with Luke: A Conversation with Scott Patterson

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    Stars Hollow's favorite (and only) diner owner; Scott Patterson sits to chat about his time on Gilmore Girls as well as his decades-long history on TV and film.

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  • NYCC 2021 | WIFN: The Beauty of Blackness in Professional Wrestling

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    An industry is typically seen as run by and for older white men wrestling has seen an increase in the representation of black performers and fans in the last decade. From the likes of Bianca Belair and Kofi Kingston lighting up the main stage on TV to performers like AJ Gray and Faye Jackson taking the independents by storm it's clear that wrestling isn't just for one group of people anymore. Listen to some of the most important black voices in wrestling talk about the importance and beauty of blackness in pro wrestling.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Romance in Dark Fantasy for Teens

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    Join powerhouses Marie Lu (STEELSTRIKER), Marie Rutkoski (THE HOLLOW HEART), and Victoria Lee (A LESSON IN VENGEANCE), as they discuss the sizzling romances in their upcoming cinematic YA novels, the challenges of writing love stories against the backdrop of high-stakes drama, and whether or not happily-ever-after is even possible in the world of dark fantasy with Ryan La Sala (THE HONEYS).

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  • NYCC 2021 | My Hero Academia New Movie Panel

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    Your sneak peek into the next chapter of the global anime phenomenon starts here. Presented by Funimation, the panel includes an exclusive preview of My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission. Hear from the dub cast and crew before the movie hits theaters October 29!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Yen Press Industry Panel

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    For over a decade, Yen Press has been one of the most prolific publishers of manga, such as Fruits Basket and Black Butler, light novels, such as So I’m a Spider, So What? and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, and Korean comics, such as Solo Leveling and The Abandoned Empress. Join Yen Press as they share exciting upcoming releases, answer your questions, and give away awesome prizes!

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  • NYCC 2021 | What Gru Knew (and you should too)

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    Marvel Comics Legend Mark Gruenwald knew a lot about comics. As Executive Editor from 1987 until his untimely death in 1996, Gru enjoyed the longest tenure ever as a writer for Captain America and masterminded the groundbreaking Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe, but did you know he also provided the inspiration for the Owen Wilson portrayed character Mobius M Mobius in the MCU TV hit LOKI, created dozens of well-known characters including: U.S. Agent, Diamond Back, and Crossbones, and had his ashes made into a comic book? Learn more about the life and legacy of the man whom Stan Lee called the "Heart and Soul of Marvel Comics” in this entertaining and informative panel featuring co-workers, friends, and of course... fans.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Building Relationships with Publishers and Editors

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    Creating comics requires ongoing productive relationships with your editors and publishers. Start with a personalized professional strategy to manage your career and maintain a positive, mutually beneficial relationship with editors and publishers.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The 2021 Harvey Awards (Virtual Screening)

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    The 2021 Harvey Awards are going digital! One of the comic industry's oldest awards is back at NYCC. Watch as they recognize outstanding achievements in the comic industry this year, as well as spotlight creators and industry legends who are being inducted in the Hall of Fame. The Harvey Awards are named after Harvey Kurtzman, creator of MAD magazine, and strive to continue to honor his legacy in the industry each year with titles nominated and voted on entirely by industry professionals.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Nacelle Company Presents: Boldly Going Forward... in Pop-Culture

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    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! Join the Nacelle team as they provide a look behind the scenes on how the shows you love came together as well as a reveal at what's ahead; including the rebirth of Robo Force Power Lords Silverhawks and more (comics toys podcasts..!) Don't miss it!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Ox Eye’s Next Horizon

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    There’s nothing Ox Eye Media can’t handle. We’ve brought Rat Queens to the kitchen table, Felix the Cat back to comics, and The Winchester Mystery House into the hands of comic readers worldwide, and that’s just the beginning. With Source Point Press and Deep Water games at the helm, we have so much on the horizon, and we want you to be the first to hear!

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  • NYCC 2021 | John Carpenter Tales for a Halloween Night Origin Story

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    In volume 7 of the award-winning graphic novel series releasing this fall John Carpenter and Sandy King bring together the best storytellers from movies , novels and comics for another spine-tingling collection of stories that will haunt you. Each story is a standalone surprise that captures the essence of the best night of the year. We dare you to read it all the way to the end. If you get too scared remember it’s only a comic.. or is it? This panel talks about the Halloween anthology series that started the current trend and why John Carpenter’s brand of Halloween is year round! Bring the Halloween edition of Tv Guide's REMIND to the panel to get the interior ad for the book signed in person!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Beaten to a Pulp: Publishing Entrepreneurs in Today’s Crime Fiction

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    The days of fiction writers just turning in a completed manuscript and sitting back while the publisher markets the book are look are long gone. Today’s authors have become Hidden Entrepreneurs, actively finding, developing and managing new ways to reach and connect with audiences. Authors Alex Segura (Miami Midnight, Poe Dameron: Free Fall), J. C. Vaughn (Second Wednesday, McCandless & Co.) and Charles Ardai (Hard Case Crime) will be revealing, and debating, the best ways to build audiences in their chosen niche – crime fiction. Moderated by Ithaca College’s Ed Catto.

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Business of Comics: Creativity and the Power of Branding

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    How should creators think about branding and marketing while making content? Harvard MBA turned writer Amy Chu (DOTA2 Red Sonja Wonder Woman Poison Ivy) and Ming Chen (Comic Book Men, I Sell Comics!) hold a frank conversation on success and the role of marketing with three legends in the pop culture world: hiphop pioneer Darryl DMC McDaniels (Run-DMC Darryl Makes Comics) comics creator Larry Hama (GI Joe Wolverine) and Riggs Morales Senior VP A&R Atlantic Records (Hamilton, Eminem, 50 Cent).

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  • NYCC 2021 | Critical Contracts and Copyrights for the Comic Book Creator

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    Creating a comic book is a labor of love… but make the wrong move and it can become a legal nightmare! In this business, handshake agreements won't work — and misinformation can turn a copyright into a “copy wrong”! In this workshop, attorney Thomas A. Crowell, Esq. author of “The Pocket Lawyer for Comic Book Creators”— the first dedicated legal guide for the comic book industry— will show you how to protect your copyright and negotiate key contracts every comic book creator MUST know. We'll even give you a few tips and tricks on landing a publisher!

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  • NYCC 2021 | Q&A With Your Anime Faves

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    Join some of your favorite anime voice actors from shows like Pokemon, Sailor Moon, Bleach, Dragon Ball, Demon Slayer and more as they discuss their time voicing iconic characters and answering fan questions!

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  • NYCC 2021 | The Heart of Storytelling

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    More often than not, the stories that resonate intensely with us as readers, come from very real life experiences. Join these four authors as they talk about how they bring these stories of autism, learning disabilities, and psychological challenges to the page. Moderator: Janna Morishima Panelists: Rosemary Rivera, Mario Menjivar, Tracy White, Claudia Addeo.

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  • NYCC 2021 | So you want to create a Graphic Medicine Book Club?

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    Graphic novels are becoming increasingly part of the classroom experience in higher education there has been a larger emphasis on stories of illness and health being presented in this format and the field of Graphic Medicine keeps growing in popularity. Trying to rally together institutional support identify appropriate content for students and share resources to meet regularly can be difficult. Hear firsthand experiences from educators and artists who have created a space both in-person and online for reading discussing and teaching these kinds of texts. By engaging in a conversation about the successes challenges and best practices for forming these kinds of meeting groups and spaces to explore graphic medicine texts collaboratively other educators can learn strategies to create similar programming in their schools and libraries.

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  • NYCC 2021 | Representation is Everything: When I see books, teachers and librarians who look like me

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    One of the best words in our conversations today is "representation". When students and professionals see others in positions of authority, responsibility and influence who reflect our own image, the benefits and opportunities develop at a much stronger pace. We see this in our comics and we are now looking for it from our leaders.

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