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Title: Panel preview 2013
Post by: alyssa on March 08, 2013, 09:46:37 AM
The complete WonderCon Anaheim 2013 Programming Schedule is about a week away, but in the meantime we’d like to offer you a sneak peek at some of the great programs we’ll be offering this year. As usual, you can count on panels featuring our special guests (click here for the complete line-up), plus comic publisher presentations, movie and TV panels, workshops, the return of the Comics Arts Conference, and much more over all 3 days of WonderCon Anaheim 2013. But here’s just a little taste of what’s to come at the show in the programming rooms!

FRIDAY, MARCH 29
12:30—1:30 The Latino Comics Roundtable-Featuring cartoonists Jose Cabrera (Crying Macho Man), Javier Hernandez (El Muerto), Rafael Navarro (Sonambulo), and Grasiela Rodriguez (Lunatic Fringe). Influenced in part from their Latino heritage as well as other significant sources, this group of independent artists share their perspectives on making comics in a multicultural society. Moderated by Ricardo Padilla (co-founder of the Latino Comics Expo). Room 213

2:00—3:00 Quick Draw!-It's another duel-to-the-drawing-boards competition as three of the fastest, funniest cartoonists working today vie for the nonexistent crown. They are Scott Shaw! (The Simpsons), Jeff Smith (Bone), and Bobby London (Dirty Duck), with some surprise participants as well. Ring-leading it all as always is the Quizzzzmaster of Quick Draw!, Mark Evanier. No wagering. Room 300AB

7:00—9:00 BBC America’s Doctor Who and Orphan Black Screening­-Join BBC America for an exclusive Supernatural Saturday screening of Doctor Who and Orphan Black. BBC America’s new Supernatural Saturday lineup launches Saturday, March 30 with Doctor Who at 8/7c, Orphan Black at 9/8c ,and The Nerdist at 10/9c. Doctor Who will kick off the screening with Steven Moffat’s new episode “Phantom of the Hex,” the first of eight epic new episodes starring Matt Smith and his new companion Jenna-Louise Coleman. Then, catch the premiere episode of BBC America’s new original series Orphan Black. Tatiana Maslany portrays Sarah, an orphan and outsider whose life changes dramatically after witnessing the suicide of a woman who looks just like her. She takes her identity, her boyfriend, and her bank account. But instead of solving her problems, the street-smart chameleon is thrust headlong into a deadly conspiracy. Please note: Doctor Who is TV-PG and Orphan Black is TV-MA. Room 300AB

SATURDAY, MARCH 30
12:00—1:00 Adventure Time-What could make WonderCon Anaheim 2013 even more wonderful? How about a totally mathematical Adventure Time panel with some behind-the-scenes superstars? Find out what’s in store for our heroes Finn and Jake this season with a peek at how the show comes to life, exclusive clips, and a Q&A with the audience. So come on, grab your friends! Room 300AB

1:00—2:00 Mainstream Monsters-Join moderator Mark Waid (Thrillbent) as he finds out what enables us as readers to root for “the bad guy.” Jeff Parker (Thunderbolts), Jane Espenson (Once Upon A Time), Brent Anderson (The Phantom Stranger), Jimmy Palmiotti (All Star Western), and Dan Slott (Superior Spider-Man) share with us their tips and tricks for making us pledge our allegiance to characters that may not always play the role of the hero. Room 300AB

6:00—7:00 Textures: A Coloring Workshop with Alex Sinclair-DC Comics colorist Alex Sinclair will show you how he uses textures to enhance his work on comic book panels, pages, and covers. He will share tips on how to use the Adobe Photoshop brush tool to its full potential and to help you create different textures. Alex will do various demos and answer questions about his techniques. [Alex colored the cover for the WonderCon Anaheim 2013 Program Book . . . click here to see it!] Room 210BCD

SUNDAY, MARCH 31
12:00—1:00 Nerdist Industries-Join Chris Hardwick (host of BBC America's The Nerdist and AMC's Talking Dead) and some very relevant-to-your-interests talent from across the many-headed beast that is Nerdist Industries. Chris and friends will engage in lively conversation about the big things to come for Nerdist in the near future. Surprises, big announcements and, of course, quemments await! Arena

12:30—1:30 Jeff Smith and Terry Moore-Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how two of the industry’s leading self publishers have been successful for more than 20 years. Jeff Smith (Bone, RASL, Shazam) and Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise, Echo, Rachel Rising) will discuss their publishing process and how they have been able to remain independent throughout their careers. Room 208

2:00—3:30 LEGO Batman: The Movie-DC Superheroes Unite-The ultimate blend of action and humor guaranteed to entertain fanboys of all ages, LEGO Batman: The Movie-DC Superheroes Unite finds Lex Luthor taking jealousy to new heights when fellow billionaire Bruce Wayne wins the Man of the Year Award. To top Wayne’s accomplishment, Lex begins a campaign for President; and to create the atmosphere for his type of fear-based politics, he recruits the Joker to perfect a Black LEGO Destructor Ray. While wreaking havoc on Gotham, Lex successfully destroys Batman's technology, forcing the Caped Crusader to reluctantly turn to Superman for help. WonderCon Anaheim presents the West Coast premiere of LEGO Batman: The Movie-DC Superheroes Unite, followed by a star-studded panel featuring the preeminent voice of Lex Luthor, Clancy Brown (The Shawshank Redemption, SpongeBob SquarePants) and TT Animation’s award-winning director/producer Jon Burton, as well as renowned videogame/animation actors Troy Baker (Bioshock Infinite, Batman: Arkham City) as Batman, Travis Willingham (Avengers Assemble, The Super Hero Squad Show) as Superman, Christopher Smith (Mortal Combat vs. DC Universe) as the Joker, and Charlie Schlatter (Diagnosis Murder) as Robin. Special prizes for special audience questions from moderator Gary Miereanu. From TT Animation, creators of the bestselling video game on which the film is based, LEGO Batman: The Movie-DC Superheroes Unite will be released May 21 via Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-ray and DVD. Room 300AB

More panel previews on Monday, March 11, and check out the complete WonderCon Anaheim 2013 Programming Schedule later next week!
http://www.comic-con.org/toucan/wondercon-anaheim-panel-sneak-peek-part-one
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Devorah on March 08, 2013, 09:54:21 AM
Orphan Black sounds suspiciously like Ringer.  Obviously some differences but overall a similar plot line.  Hopefully since it's BBC it will be much much better, since Ringer was a real letdown for this Buffy fan!  :P
Title: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Jim Watari on March 08, 2013, 10:06:05 AM
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Orphan Black sounds suspiciously like Ringer.  Obviously some differences but overall a similar plot line.  Hopefully since it's BBC it will be much much better, since Ringer was a real letdown for this Buffy fan!  :P

I heard that its more than one or two twins, yeah I never finished watching Ringer either
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: skeletim308 on March 08, 2013, 10:09:29 AM
Wow! Really Excited for the Doctor Who and Mainstream Monsters panels. Looks like there's gonna be a great line up.
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 08, 2013, 11:13:11 AM
Looks good, but I'm disappointed there's nothing about a potential Star Trek panel. Still keeping my fingers crossed...
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: oneroomdisco on March 08, 2013, 05:26:44 PM
I'm not super worried about the lack of Star Trek news yet (and it's what I want to see most at WonderCon), as they didn't really reveal anything exceptionally big in this preview.  However, if they start revealing Hollywood stuff on Monday and it isn't there, then I probably will be panicking and freaking out.

I've been waiting since 2009 for the chance to see this glorious cast in person!
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 08, 2013, 06:21:41 PM
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I'm not super worried about the lack of Star Trek news yet (and it's what I want to see most at WonderCon), as they didn't really reveal anything exceptionally big in this preview.  However, if they start revealing Hollywood stuff on Monday and it isn't there, then I probably will be panicking and freaking out.

I've been waiting since 2009 for the chance to see this glorious cast in person!

This is why I'm cautiously optimistic. At WonderCon 2009, they had Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and Zoe Saldana, along with JJ Abrams, all promoting the movie (it had a May release and WonderCon was in March). It makes sense that they'd do that again with this film!
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: oneroomdisco on March 11, 2013, 12:35:37 PM
The second part of the panel preview is up...and still no movie news.  Urg.  Friday needs to hurry up and get here.

The Under the Dome preview sounds cool though. :)
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 11, 2013, 12:41:26 PM
My husband will be thrilled with Starship Smackdown! He was there last year when Neil DeGrasse-Tyson showed up.

I agree, Under the Dome looks really interesting. I think I'll go to that if it doesn't conflict with anything else. *whistles nonchalantly*

ETA   It's  interesting that Disney/ABC is hosting a panel... might be a good sign for Disney's participation at SDCC...
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: RSilvaConFan on March 11, 2013, 12:48:45 PM
What is the seating capacity of room 300AB? - I can't find it on the Anaheim Convention Center Website - the room numbers for the 300's start at 303A, etc..... and they seem kind of small.
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 11, 2013, 12:53:03 PM
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What is the seating capacity of room 300AB? - I can't find it on the Anaheim Convention Center Website - the room numbers for the 300's start at 303A, etc..... and they seem kind of small.

Looking at this map:

http://www.whedonopolis.com/wp-content/uploads/mediagallery/mediaobjects/orig/f/f_anaheim_convention_center_floorplan.jpg (http://www.whedonopolis.com/wp-content/uploads/mediagallery/mediaobjects/orig/f/f_anaheim_convention_center_floorplan.jpg)

It looks like 300 is the Ballroom. 2 sections (A and B) of the ballroom is a LOT bigger than all of those tiny 303+ rooms!
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: RSilvaConFan on March 11, 2013, 01:10:39 PM
Sounds good to me! Last year they used the entire ballroom as one room for the bigger panels - it sounds like that will have the big stuff in the Arena this year - which is bigger than Hall H if the capacity numbers are accurate.
Title: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Yzrfan on March 11, 2013, 01:11:21 PM
The only thing listed for the arena is the Nerdist on Sunday. I'm sure the week before CCI will announce the big panels. So far the area floor area is bigger and seems like CCI is pushing for this year to be its biggest. Give it some time and we all will be in sitting with our mouths open because of the panels.
Title: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Yzrfan on March 11, 2013, 01:18:04 PM
Already in excited about the doctor screening, adventure time, arrow, and leaked BSG panels. And I'm bummed I have to miss the Nerdist (the whole Easter thing). I was lucky enough to go to a filming of the Nerdist for BBC America over the weekend. One word Awesome! Don't know of I'm looking into things but the day of the WC Nerdist is also the season finale of Walking Dead. Saw a couple panels at D23 last one and it's a big place. I'm think it might be a Talking Dead Nerdist.
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 11, 2013, 01:20:10 PM
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Sounds good to me! Last year they used the entire ballroom as one room for the bigger panels - it sounds like that will have the big stuff in the Arena this year - which is bigger than Hall H if the capacity numbers are accurate.

That makes sense to me. I'm looking forward to see what else is coming, if the 'big' rooms haven't been announced yet!
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Kevin Rutan on March 11, 2013, 01:21:28 PM

Part two is up


We continue our sneak peek at some of the panels on the WonderCon Anaheim schedule, which should debut later this week. As usual, you can count on panels featuring our special guests (click here for the complete line-up), plus comic publisher presentations, movie and TV panels, workshops, the return of the Comics Arts Conference (click to see their complete schedule), and much more over all 3 days of WonderCon Anaheim 2013. But here’s just a little taste of what’s to come at the show in the programming rooms (click here to see our previous post).
 
FRIDAY, MARCH 29
 
2:00—3:00 The Disney/ABC’s of TV Writing: Through the Looking Glass of the TV Writers Room-What actually happens in the TV writers room is shrouded in secrecy, but Disney/ABC’s Writing Program will demystify what goes on behind the doors of your favorite TV shows. The program’s Frank Bennett Gonzalez and Ollie Ashtari-Larki will share exclusive details on how they groom writers to be part of that world. Declassifying what goes on in the writers room are alumni Jane Espenson (ABC’s Once Upon a Time, Battlestar Galactica, Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Samantha Humphrey (ABC’s Body of Proof), and Silvia Cardenas Olivas (Disney Channel’s Jesse) and current program participants Severiano Canales (Private Practice) and Kristine Huntley (Legend of the Seeker). Essential creative and business presentation tips abound. Sorcerer’s hat and pixie dust not necessary. Moderated by Ken Choy (Hyphen magazine). Room 207
 
2:30—3:30 I Can’t Write, I Can’t Draw, But I Love Comics!-SDCC’s annual jobs panel returns to WonderCon Anaheim. Just because you missed out on the writing and drawing genes doesn't mean there isn't a place for you in the comics, animation, and gaming industries. Panelists include animation/motion capture supervisor Derron Ross (Blur Studio), Nerdist Industries co-founder Peter Levin, voice-over actor Phil LaMarr (Futurama), and previs wiz Chris Edwards (The Third Floor). They’ll discuss their gigs and ways into the biz you many not have even considered. Moderated by Susan Karlin (Fast Company). Room 208
 
5:30—6:30 How to Get a Job in the Video Game Industry-Francis Mao (Capcom senior director, creative services) leads a panel of insiders from a variety of game companies and industry outlets to share with you how they got to “play video games for a living,” and the wide assortment of career paths that are available. You don’t have to be a programming whiz or a stellar digital artist to have a fun career in the video game industry. Hear about job opportunities available in areas such as marketing, public relations, retail, design, publishing, editorial, and more! There will be a Q&A session plus an opportunity to speak and network one-on-one with the panelists after the session. Room 300DE
 

SATURDAY, MARCH 30
 
12:30—2:00 CBLDF Live Art Jam-Witness amazing live art created before your eyes by the industry's greatest superstars! WonderCon Anaheim special guest Jim Lee leads an all-star panel of special surprise guests who will make original art on the big screen, giving you a one-of-a-kind glimpse into their creative process, and then have a chance to bid to take their work home. The proceeds from this auction benefit Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, which protects the industry's First Amendment rights. Stop by the CBLDF booth (#909) for your bidder number, then come watch great art happen before your eyes at the CBLDF Live Art Jam! Room 203
 
5:00—6:00 Writing Workshop with Marv Wolfman-Writing 101: How to start. How to think. How to get past that pesky middle section. And plenty of time for you to ask personal questions of renowned comics writer and editor Marv Wolfman (New Teen Titan, Tomb of Dracula). Room 210BCD
 
7:00-8:00 Under the Dome Sneak Peek and Q&A-Get a first look inside the Dome from the stars and creative minds of CBS’s highly anticipated summer series at a special Wonder Con Anaheim appearance. Stars Dean Norris (Breaking Bad) and Rachelle Lefevre (Twilight) along with executive producers Neal Baer (Law & Order: SVU), Brian K. Vaughan (Lost), and Jack Bender (Lost), discuss the new series based on Stephen King’s bestselling novel Under The Dome. The series, produced by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Television, is the story of a small town that is suddenly and inexplicably sealed off from the rest of the world by an enormous transparent dome. The town’s inhabitants must deal with surviving the post-apocalyptic conditions while searching for answers to what this barrier is, where it came from and if and when it will go away. Join us as the cast and executive producers share exclusive footage followed by a panel discussion. Room 300AB
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SUNDAY, MARCH 31
 
11:30—1:00 The Secret Origin of Good Readers-Using comics as an educational tool is fun and practical. All-star panelists Frank Beddor (The Looking Glass Wars and Hatter M series), Tom Carr (Talking to Yourself in the Dark, host of Residual Hauntings Revived), Marjorie M. Liu (Astonishing X-Men, Black Widow, Dirk & Steele), Dave Elliot (Weirding Willows), and Mimi Cruz (Night Flight Comics, Salt Lake City) discuss how educators, librarians, retailers, creators, and publishers work together to put comics into the classroom as an innovative tool to promote reading and literacy. This multimedia presentation with personal remarks and a Q&A session highlight ways to use the graphic medium as a learning tool. The 70-page resource book The Secret Origin of Good Readers is available for free download at www.night-flight.com/secretorigin/index.html courtesy of XMission.com. Room 203
 
12:00—1:00 What Makes a Good Costume?­-What a hero looks like tells us so much about who they are and what they can achieve. With every incarnation, a costume shows the reader where a character is going and where he or she has been. Frank Cho (Savage Wolverine), Amanda Conner (Power Girl), and Dan Slott (Superior Spider-Man) discuss with moderator Mark Waid (Thrillbent) what they believe makes a good costume. Room 300AB
 
3:00—5:00 Starship Smackdown Presents: Alien Armageddon­-The must-see panel of Comic-Con and WonderCon Anaheim returns for another action-packed year after last year’s legendary Comic-Con bout, only this time it’s not spaceships but aliens that will duke it out for the highly coveted Smackdown spin-off title. Can Spock put the Vulcan Death Grip on Boba Fett? Will an Alien Xenomorph defeat the Imperial Leader? And will the Martian Marauder spell doom for the Daleks? Join the panel of alien-ated experts as they outwit, outplay, and outphaser, starring Daren Dochterman (ST: TMP Special Edition, Real Steel), Chris Gossett (The Red Star), Ashley E. Miller (X-Men: First Class, Thor), Steve Melching (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Transformers: Prime), Robert Meyer Burnett (ST: TNG Blu-Ray, The Hills Run Red), Jeff Bond (GEEK magazine executive editor), and the Richard Dawson of the stars, moderator Mark A. Altman (Femme Fatales, Free Enterprise), along with some special surprise guests which are unlikely to include Dr. Neil DeGrasse-Tyson, but you just never know. End your weekend with the geekiest and most beloved panel of all time in this or any other dimension, known or unknown. Presented by GEEK magazine. Room 207
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: rabbitwarren on March 11, 2013, 01:56:46 PM
I don't think there is going to be a StarTrek panel.

https://twitter.com/geoffboucher/status/301347094084612096
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 11, 2013, 02:01:28 PM
Oh no!!!!!

So... they were planning a panel... and now they're not? WHAAAAAATTTTT???????

Don't they realize that even if no actors (or JJ) show up, we would still want to see footage?

Waaaah!

Okay, tantrum over. Mostly. *sniff*  :'(
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Kevin Rutan on March 11, 2013, 02:45:26 PM
Let's just pretend that they were never planning on going anyway. It might help prevent any emotional breakdowns. :'(
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: oneroomdisco on March 11, 2013, 03:06:37 PM
@TransmuteJun @Kevin Rutan: Both of you have way more emotional control than I do.  If there really is no Star Trek panel, I will be probably be sad flailing all the way until May.

I've been looking forward to this since 2009 :(!
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: alyssa on March 11, 2013, 07:27:32 PM
thanks kevin for post the part two sneak peak.

we're planing on making a sticky for the full sched. when it gets announced, similar to what we did for the sdcc 2012 panels.  we'll have to see how many panels there are tho.
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Sprzout on March 11, 2013, 11:26:13 PM
I know that there's going to be a panel on Bravoman, courtesy of Shiftylook.com, at Wondercon Anaheim. Rob Paulsen (voice of Yakko Warner & Pinky from Animaniacs, Carl Wheezer from Jimmy Neutron, and a slew of other voices) has announced it on his Talkin' Toons podcast, and I'm planning on hitting that up - Rob is a great voice actor that I can't miss seeing again.
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: rando on March 14, 2013, 11:31:08 AM
I'm not sure I've heard about this before but according to the Toucan Geek & Sundry is returning to WonderCon for 2013:

http://www.comic-con.org/toucan/so-whats-wondercon-anaheim-part-two

I was in line for the panel last year at WC when Felicia Day and Wil Wheaton greeted each other right in front of my spot!   :D
Title: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Jim Watari on March 14, 2013, 03:13:13 PM
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I'm not sure I've heard about this before but according to the Toucan Geek & Sundry is returning to WonderCon for 2013:

http://www.comic-con.org/toucan/so-whats-wondercon-anaheim-part-two

I was in line for the panel last year at WC when Felicia Day and Wil Wheaton greeted each other right in front of my spot!   :D

I just talked to someone who is part of Geek and Sundry, they won't have a booth there this year because of TableTopDay, members will be there Friday and Sunday
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 14, 2013, 03:52:22 PM
Whoo hoo for Geek & Sundry!

LOL, that's where we should have a special 'Friends of Comic Con Seating section'! ;)
Title: Re: Panel preview 2013
Post by: Sprzout on March 14, 2013, 05:10:12 PM
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I just talked to someone who is part of Geek and Sundry, they won't have a booth there this year because of TableTopDay, members will be there Friday and Sunday

I hope that they have some gaming areas where we can play some games that have been played on TableTop! I LOVE that show, and because of it have gotten my wife hooked on Ticket to Ride and Zombie Dice. :)