WonderCon 2025: Full Schedule

1:00pm PDT

Build Your Community: The Importance of Community for Comics Creators

Friday March 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

In these challenging times within the shifting comic book landscape, community is more necessary and valuable than ever. Led by Bryant Dillon (president, Fanbase Press), comic book creators Corinna Bechko (The Space Between), Ray-Anthony Height (Midnight Tiger), Charlie Stickney (White Ash), and Arthur Ebuen (California, Inc.) speak to the value of the comic book community, how one can maximize its positive aspects, and how we can all help the comic book community grow and prosper.

Friday March 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, BIPOC, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, LGBTQIA+

1:30pm PDT

AAPI Representation in Comics and Media

Friday March 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Creators in the industry about the progression of Asian representation and where it stands today. Christopher Sean (actor, Days of Our Lives, Ultraman Rising), Tony Moy (artist, 4Forty2nd Lost Battalion), Anjali Bhimani (actor/author, Overwatch, Ms. Marvel), and Mog Park (artist, storyboard, Game of Thrones) will discuss what inspired them growing up and what they hope to see going forward. Moderated by Justin Otero (cosplayer).

Friday March 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Books, Comics, Superheroes, Television, Video Games, Writers & Writing

2:00pm PDT

Keep Bans Off Our Books

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 209

Book banning and censorship continue to be a serious issue for many communities, as more and more good graphic novels and books are being taken out of the hands of children and teens. Moderator Grace Sheehy (librarian II at Mission Viejo Public Library) and authors Jen Wang (Ash's Cabin), Marcie Colleen (Time Buddies), Jose Pimenta (Halfway to Somewhere), and Gabriel Valentin (Digital Lizards of Doom Volume 4: Fat Cat Rogers) address this issue.

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Books, Comics, Education, Kids, LGBTQIA+, Writers & Writing

2:00pm PDT

Robot Invasion! Featuring The Rupert Wars (and SIGNA)

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Pan-Universal Galactic Worldwide launches its first wave of all-new comics, and the machines are leading the charge. Who is the World War II android called Rupert? What is the post-apocalyptic AI nightmare of SIGNA? And why is the company called PUG-W? The Rupert Wars creators Livio Ramondelli (The Kill Lock, Transformers) and Yuri Ramondelli (Joker: Put on a Happy Face) are joined by PUG-W founder John Nee (Cryptozoic, Marvel, DC, Wildstorm) and moderator Maryelizabeth Yturralde to get down to the nuts and bolts of it all.

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Science Fiction & Fantasy

2:00pm PDT

Spiritual Themes in Comics

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 211

Spiritual themes continue to be an essential element in comic books, television, and movies, ranging from the Netflix series Arcane to the Disney+ series Agatha All Along. This panel examines how these themes have influenced the entertainment industry and the culture at large. Panelists are B. Dave Walters (actor), Scott Marcano (Diablo Publishing), Casey Robin (Disney), Matthew Agosto (pastor), and Ralph Miley (New Creation Comics), moderated by Kyle Keene.

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Fandom, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

2:30pm PDT

Eisner Noir: The Spirit and Beyond

Friday March 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Often spoken of in the same breath as directors Orson Welles and Sam Fuller, Will Eisner was influenced by, and an influence on, the dark, moody cinema genre known as Film Noir. From the innovative storytelling in the pages of TheSpirit as he stalked the shadows of Central City to the dramatic storytelling found in the recently revived John Law, and even to the dramatic flavor of graphic novels like To the Heart of the Storm, Eisner infused his stories with intense visual and thematic mood. Discussing Eisner’s walk on the dark side are Charles Hatfield (CSU Northridge), Scott Dunbier (Act 4 Publishing), and Jim Thompson (Duke University). Danny Fingeroth (Jack Ruby: The Many Faces of Oswald’s Assassin) moderates.

Special Guests

Danny Fingeroth

WonderCon Special Guest

Danny Fingeroth is a cultural historian and commentator. His books include Superman on the Couch: What Superheroes Really Tell Us About Ourselves and Our Society and Disguised as Clark Kent: Jews, Comics, and the Creation of the Superhero. His 2019 biography of Stan Lee, A Marvelous... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Historical, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Writers & Writing

3:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Dan Slott: Playing the Long Game in a Shared Universe

Friday March 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 207

From kicking off The Superior Spider-Man saga in Amazing Spider-Man #698-#700 from a story development seeded a hundred issues earlier in ASM #600 to paying off a clue set up in the first issue of Silver Surfer Vol.3 in the last issue of Silver Surfer Vol.4. Marvel & DC writer Dan Slott looks at all the pitfalls, pitfalls, rewards, and . . . mostly pitfalls of long-form storytelling in a shared comic book universe.

Special Guests

Dan Slott

WonderCon Special Guest

Dan Slott has worked with Marvel for many years, giving fans an action-packed 10-year run on The Amazing Spider-Man! His writing credits include She-Hulk, Avengers, Batman, and The Silver Surfer. He recently finished working on a run of The Fantastic Four and Iron Man. Currently... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Fandom, Humor & Satire, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Writers & Writing

3:30pm PDT

Threads of Fantasy, Fright, and High-Stakes Action

Friday March 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

Room 300C

Costume designers Jennifer Bryan (The Acolyte), Christine Wada (Loki), Marie Schley (Yellowjackets), Cynthia Summers (The Last of Us), and Annie Loppert (The Fall Guy) discuss their creative journeys, the unique challenges of designing for their projects, and the powerful role costumes play in shaping iconic narratives. Moderated by Spencer Williams, host of The Art of Costume Podcast, this panel will weave together threads of fantasy, frights, and high-stakes action. Learn how these artists bring characters to life and how costume design continues to push the boundaries of imagination.

Friday March 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Costuming, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

4:00pm PDT

Inside the McFarlane Toys Multiverse

Friday March 28, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

North 200A

Get an exclusive first look at the latest and greatest toys and collectibles from McFarlane Toys and Todd McFarlane himself! Explore exciting brands like DC Multiverse, Marvel, Spawn, and so much more. The McFarlane Toys team, along with special guests, will provide an in-depth look at these highly anticipated products. Plus, there will be some thrilling surprises and giveaways you won’t want to miss!

Special Guests

Todd McFarlane

WonderCon Special Guest

Todd McFarlane is the Emmy and Grammy Award–winning director/producer and creator of one of the world’s best-selling comics, Spawn. He is known for his work on Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man, where he co-created Venom. Todd is co-founder and President of Image Comics and... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anniversaries, Art and Illustration, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Web, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

4:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Sean Gordon Murphy

Friday March 28, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Room 209

WonderCon special guest and fan favorite Sean Gordon Murphy, the acclaimed artist known for his work on Batman: White Knight, Punk Rock Jesus, and Zorro (to name a few), has the spotlight shining brightly on him. He will delve into what was, describe what is, and tease what’s yet to come, from his early days and collaborations to his creator-owned material, and all things in between—including the Murphyverse!

Special Guests

Sean Murphy

WonderCon Special Guest

Sean Murphy is a comic book creator known for work on such books as Joe the Barbarian with Grant Morrison, Chrononauts with Mark Millar, American Vampire: Survival of the Fittest and The Wake with Scott Snyder, Tokyo Ghost with Rick Remender, and the miniseries Punk Rock Jesus. In... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

4:30pm PDT

Gay Geeks and Where to Find Them

Friday March 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

Room 300C

Nicole Maines (actress and writer), Emmett Yonemura (director, X-Men '97), DJ Croft (cosplayer), and D'Manda Martini (drag artist) gather to discuss their careers and projects, seeking diversity and representation, and how being a member of the community influenced their work. Moderated by Julian Jetson (host and stylist).

Friday March 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Comics, Cosplay, Fandom, LGBTQIA+, Television, Writers & Writing

5:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Derek Kirk Kim

Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

Room 209

WonderCon special guest Derek Kirk Kim and moderator Jordan Morris (Youth Group) give a special presentation on Derek's career in both comics (The Last Mermaid, Same Difference) and animation (Adventure Time, Amphibia) with lots of giveaways, including a page of original art! Plus, a sneak peek of his upcoming Image Comics graphic novel, Royals (with artist Jacob Perez), performed by Holly Chou (X-Men ‘97), Desmond Chiam (The Falcon and The Winter Soldier), James Chen (The Walking Dead), and James Tang (Squid Game 2)!

Special Guests

Derek Kirk Kim

WonderCon Special Guest

Derek Kirk Kim is an award-winning writer, artist, and director. He is the creator of The Last Mermaid from Image Comics and the Eisner, Harvey, and Ignatz Award–winning graphic novel Same Difference and Other Stories. He garnered his second Eisner Award with The Eternal Smile... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Movies, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

5:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Sam Maggs

Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

Room 211

New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award–nominated writer Sam Maggs (Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars) discusses writing across mediums, genres, and IPs in this fandom-forward one-on-one interview with Dani Carr (Critical Role: The Chronicles of Exandria)

Special Guests

Sam Maggs

WonderCon Special Guest

Sam Maggs is a New York Times bestselling author of books, comics, and video games. Her novels include Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars and The Unstoppable Wasp: Built on Hope. She’s written for games like Call of Duty: Vanguard, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, and Marvel’s Spider-Man... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Comics, Writers & Writing, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

5:00pm PDT

Creators Assemble: Comics Camaraderie Networking Event

Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 206B

Together, creators, publishers, comic shop owners, teachers, and library workers have brought greater acceptance to comics and fan culture. Take a break from hectic convention life to experience “speed dating” style networking with diverse comics enthusiasts from all backgrounds. This year’s lineup includes comics industry insiders Bryant Dillon (president, Fanbase Press), Jeromy Dechant (Modern Fanatic), Bre Sarpy (Ignition Press), Alex Antone (Skybound), Morgan Perry (Square Enix), and Mathias Lewis (Knowhere Games & Comics); creators Charlie Stickney (White Ash), David Avallone (Drawing Blood), Jeffrey Snow (Snowstorm Comics), Arthur Ebuen (Studio 12-7), David Booher (Canto), Mog Park (comic artist), Omar Morales (Major Thomás), Dylan Davison (Pretend Man) and Tom Breyfogle (How I Became a Shoplifter); and comics librarians and educators Matthew Atherton, Joel Bakker, Joe Barrette, Moni Barrette, Elias Campos, Janie Ghinazzi, Jenni Powell, Sophia Juarez, Jack Phoenix, and Dan Wood.

Friday March 28, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 206B

1: Programs, Books, Comics, Education, Fandom, Seminars & Workshops, Writers & Writing | 5: Portfolio Review, Books, Comics, Education, Fandom, Seminars & Workshops, Writers & Writing

5:15pm PDT

Spotlight on Todd McFarlane

Friday March 28, 2025 5:15pm - 6:15pm PDT

North 200A

Todd McFarlane takes the stage to share his journey of breaking into comics. From his start with DC and Spider-Man to co-creating Venom, he went on to revolutionize the industry with Spawn, Image Comics, and his ever-expanding empire in entertainment and collectibles.

Special Guests

Todd McFarlane

WonderCon Special Guest

Friday March 28, 2025 5:15pm - 6:15pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Art and Illustration, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Televi

5:30pm PDT

SDSA X Marvel: Set Decorators of the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Friday March 28, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Set decorators, assemble! Being the set decorator on a Marvel film or TV show is a career highlight. Set decorators from Loki (Claudia Bonfe), Miss Marvel (Karuna Karmarkar), Agent Carter (Ellen Totleben), and others share the joys and the unique struggles of creating sets for some of the comic book world’s biggest screen adaptations.

Friday March 28, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

6:00pm PDT

How to Boldly Go

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 211

For almost 60 years, Star Trek has boldly gone where no fandom has gone before . . . and shows no signs of slowing down. However, with so much Trek and such little time, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to enter the fandom. A panel of sci-fi and Star Trek pros compare and contrast various series from TV, film, streaming, comics, and novels and give the ultimate top ten essentials for any new Trekkie. Hosted by Tony Kim (Hero Within), with panelists Yezenia Hernandez, Giraffe, Aaron Hendricks, and WonderCon special guest Nicholas Meyer (Sherlock Holmes and the Telegram from Hell). Engage!

Special Guests

Nicholas Meyer

WonderCon Special Guest

Nicholas Meyer’s Sherlock Holmes novel The Seven-Per-Cent Solution was a New York Times bestseller for 40 weeks and won the British Gold Dagger award for crime fiction. His screenplay for the film was nominated for an Academy Award. Six other Sherlock Holmes novels followed. Meyer... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Comics, Books, Fandom, Historical, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

6:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Darick Robertson

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 209

From Space Beaver to New Warriors to Transmetropolitan to The Boys, Eisner Award-nominee and WonderCon special guest Darick Robertson has been around the block more times than an Uber in a no-parking zone. Moderator, the hilarious Matt Weinhold discusses with Darick his decades-long career in comics working for companies such as DC, Marvel, Image, and now IDW, and what the future may hold. Ask your questions, and hopefully get some answers in this spotlight panel presentation and Q&A.

Special Guests

Darick Robertson

WonderCon Special Guest

Darick Robertson is an American comic book artist, writer, creator, and executive producer with a decades-long career in the industry. His notable works include co-creating with Warren Ellis the award-winning Transmetropolitan and co-creating with Garth Ennis the comic that inspired... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

6:00pm PDT

Writing for Indie Comics

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Whether self-publishing or working for an independent publisher, writing indie comics presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities to share your creative vision with the world. Learn the tricks and tips of the trade from writers Tom Pinchuk (Remember Andy Xenon?), Nicholas Doan (The Kid and The Ripper), Daniel Gastelum (CHSR), and Mike Wellman (A Shadow Called Danger). Hosted by David Lucarelli (Tinseltown). Free comics for everyone who asks a question!

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Horror and Suspense, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

6:30pm PDT

Comic Book Law School®: An Intellectual Property Primer for Creators and Businesses

Friday March 28, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

Room 210

Copyright and trademark are a cornerstone of protection for creators and businesses (whether in comics or otherwise) of their creative works and product branding. With the demand for content continuing to soar, and with more ways to both create and also fund your works than ever, creators will find themselves with myriad opportunities and options for getting their creative works in front of an audience. But beware: with every advancement comes the need for caution, as potential pitfalls abound. More than ever, knowledge of your rights will play a vital role in reaching success in this constantly shifting landscape. Fortunately for you, Jennifer Walters, Foggy Nelson, and Wolff and Byrd aren’t the only lawyers available to the superhero set, as WonderCon once again brings back noted IP attorney Michael Lovitz (author of The Trademark and Copyright Book comic book), joined by USD School of Law Professor Monica Sullivan to discuss the basics of intellectual property rights that every creator (and business owner) should know. They’ll address issues such as the ownership and protection of ideas, what exactly copyrights and trademarks are, how to acquire copyrights and trademark rights, and the application of those rights to works of authorship, characters, and names. (Please Note: The Comic Book Law School® seminars are designed to provide relevant information and practice tips to practicing attorneys, as well as practical tips to creators and other professionals who may wish to attend. However, the seminar is presented for information and entertainment purposes only, and the information presented and opinions expressed at the seminars do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.) [This program is approved for one (1) credit of California MCLE.]

Friday March 28, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Animation, Art and Illustration, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Education, Fandom, Games, Movies, Seminars & Workshops, Television, Video Games, Web, Writers & Writing

6:30pm PDT

Queer Horror: A Film Guide

Friday March 28, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Queer horror as a film genre has exploded in the last five years, but LGBTQ horror content has been part of the cinema landscape since the very beginning. Prism Comics and moderator Sean Abley (Fangoria contributor, Socket writer/director, creator/co-editor of Queer Horror: A Film Guide) hosts book contributors Calpernia Addams (Transamerican Love Story, Peabody Award–winning author), Michael Varrati (Midnight Mass podcast with Peaches Christ, There’s a Zombie Outside), and Molly Henery (The Blogging Banshee, Uterus Horror for Certified Forgotten); film director and author Sam Irvin (Elvira’s Haunted Hills, Captain Samouflage and the Frankensam Scam!); and cover artist and filmmaker Brendan Haley (The Jessica Cabin,Fangoria Chainsaw Awards).

Friday March 28, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Horror and Suspense, LGBTQIA+, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

7:00pm PDT

EC Fan-Addict Club

Friday March 28, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Room 211

The EC Fan-Addict Club celebrates 30 years of Horror from the Crypt of Fear and 20 years of The EC Fan-Addict Fanzine. Hosts Thommy Burns (Man and Superman and Other Stories by Harvey Kurtzman, EC Covers Artist’s Edition) and Josh Burns (co-founding admin, EC Fan-Addict Club on Facebook) join EC fanzine publishers Grant Geissman (The History of EC Comics, Tales of Terror! The EC Compendium) and Bill Leach (Horror from the Crypt of Fear) in a celebration of EC fandom moderated by Mike Catron (editor, EC Artist’s Library series from Fantagraphics).

Friday March 28, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Anniversaries, Comics, Fandom, Horror and Suspense, Science Fiction & Fantasy

7:00pm PDT

From Batman to Basquiat: Contemporary Art and Comics

Friday March 28, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Comic book characters are a deep source of inspiration for visual artists as avatars of social commentary and contemporary symbolism. Panelists Alma Villegas (senior director of development, Inner-City Arts), Edgar Arceneaux (artist/director, Studio Edgar Arceneaux and USC Roski School of Art and Design), and Patrick A. Reed (curator/pop culture historian, Hip Hop and Comics panels/Marvel museum exhibitions) discuss their work at the intersection of contemporary art, community, museums, and comics, as well as the work of Andy Warhol, Dulce Pinzon, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and others. Moderated by Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca (artist/writer/educator, MoMA, LACMA, Beyond Warriors).

Friday March 28, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Comics, Education

7:30pm PDT

40 Years of Robotech

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Room 300C

In the year 1985, on television stations across the Western Hemisphere, a phenomenal animated event altered the course of broadcast history: Robotech! Celebrate four decades of this amazing franchise that helped launch the global popularity of anime we enjoy today!

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Animation, Anime & Manga, Anniversaries, Comics, Games, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy

7:30pm PDT

Concept to Creation: A Writers Forum

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Room 210

Are you passionate about writing, creating, and storytelling? Do you have a book, script, or idea in need of some TLC? Join creative professionals in an engaging, audience-led discussion designed for independent authors, creators, and artists like you! April Wahlin (author, Pandora Syndrome; reality show winner, Search for the Next Elvira) is joined by Chris Gore (creator, Film Threat, Attack of the Doc), Laurine Price (producer and writer, Phoenix), Jessica Maison (author and comics publisher, Wicked Tree Press; Plastic Girl Trilogy, Mary Shelley’s School for Monsters), Aristotle Dreher (content creator and performer, Aristotle Full Throttle, The Stoning Rolls), Dr. Travis Langley (writer, Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight, The Handmaid's Tale Psychology: Seeing Off Red), Alex Langley (writer, Spider-Man Psychology, The Geek Handbook series), and Cosmoe Tayson (producer, The Cosmoe Show; host, Delulu Canoe Podcast).

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Comics, Education, Games, Writers & Writing, Horror and Suspense, Humor & Satire, Movies, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Podcasts, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, W

9:00pm PDT

The Emperor of the Iceberg Lounge: Inside the Mind of the Penguin

Friday March 28, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm PDT

Room 300A

The new series The Penguin takes viewers deep into the origin of one of Batman’s best-known villains. From being overlooked and disregarded to being the kingpin of Gotham’s underground, the origin story of the Penguin, as told by this series, is psychologically rich, with topics of trauma, relationships, overcoming insecurities, and forming one's identity present in almost every episode. Lorran Garrison, M.A. Ed. (Little Brainstorm), Dr. Sara Roldan (Our Oasis Community Podcast), Travis Adams, L.S.W. (Spider-Man Psychology), and Dr. Travis Langley (Batman and Psychology) dive deep and explore the Penguin’s story to understand why he's a fan favorite. Moderated by Dr. Benjamin Taitz (Psychology for Geeks).

Friday March 28, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Room 300A

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Superheroes, Television

10:00am PDT

Remembering Great Comic Book Hero Jules Feiffer

Saturday March 29, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Room 209

Starting as an assistant to Will Eisner on The Spirit, through his “Feiffer” syndicated strip, to his groundbreaking history The Great Comic Book Heroes, to movies like Carnal Knowledge and Popeye, to his Kill My Mother graphic novel trilogy, to his many children’s books, Jules Feiffer (who passed away in January at age95) was a true titan in a wide array of media. Remembering Feiffer’s life and career today is an expert panel, including Charles Hatfield (CSU Northridge), Michael Dooley (Art Center College of Design), Jim Thompson (Duke University), and moderator Danny Fingeroth (Will Eisner Studios).

Special Guests

Danny Fingeroth

WonderCon Special Guest

Saturday March 29, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Fandom, Historical, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Tributes, Writers & Writing, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

10:30am PDT

Mark Waid: 50 Answers in 50 Minutes.

Saturday March 29, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

Room 213AB

Mark Waid (JLU, Kingdom Come, Daredevil) is here for a rapid-fire, no-boundaries Q&A, answering audience questions about himself, his career, and comics in general! Will he get through 50 questions in 50 minutes? Come prepared to join in and find out!

Special Guests

Mark Waid

WonderCon Special Guest

Mark Waid is a multiple New York Times bestselling author whose work has appeared in countless languages across the globe. Over the course of his four decades in the comic book industry, Waid has developed characters and written stories for Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, The Avengers... Read More →

Saturday March 29, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Comics, Writers & Writing, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

11:00am PDT

Autism in Comics

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 211

Representation matters but comes with complications. Moderator Britton Payne (VP of business and legal affairs, Nickelodeon/Paramount) details the sometimes-troubling history of autistic characters in comic books with panelists Bex Burgess (YA graphic novel Speak Up!) and Eleanor Payne (3rd Grade Inclusion Advocate). They’ll explore how comics as a medium can foster a modern understanding of autism among its readership. Bex will also discuss their experiences as an autistic comic book creator and of creating comic books that feature an autistic main character navigating her way through high school.

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Art and Illustration, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes, Television, Writers & Writing

11:00am PDT

You Got Comics in My Games! You Got Games in My Comics!

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 209

Comics and games are the two largest mediums in geek culture that intersect for most of fandom. From adaptations of the same IPs to why fans love both of them is explored by creators and players alike. Why choose comics or games when you can fall in love with both?

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Comics, Fandom, Games, Superheroes, Television, Video Games

11:15am PDT

11th Annual Women Rocking Hollywood Panel: Surviving and Thriving in a Changing Landscape

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT

North 100B

The last few years have been difficult for artists working in the screen industries. This has been especially true for women. And yet, they persevere. This year’s panel celebrates the showrunners, directors, and advocates creating great work despite the challenges. From fan favorites to genre films and compelling stories on the small screen, female filmmakers reflect diverse voices onscreen. This panel of powerful women changing the landscape of film & TV from the inside discusses their newest projects and how they navigate the worlds inside and outside Hollywood. Scheduled to appear are writer/executive producer Aeysha Carr (Woke, the upcoming Government Cheese), director Rosemary Rodriguez (Peacemaker, The Walking Dead franchise), producer/executive producer Dara Resnick (Daredevil, Home Before Dark), writer/executive producer Carla Ching (Fear the Walking Dead, Mr. & Mrs. Smith), writer/executive producer Danielle Sanchez-Witzel (Up Here, Survival of the Thickest), and advocate Chandra Jackson (director of marketing and communications for Women in Film). Moderated by Leslie Combemale (lead contributor, Alliance of Women Film Journalists).

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT
North 100B

11:30am PDT

BAD IDEA: The WonderCon Panel

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

BAD IDEA impresarios Dinesh Shamdasani, Peter Stern, Benjamin Simpson, and Siena Fallon give an exclusive look at BAD IDEA's biggest slate yet! Witness new art from Planet Death, Ordained, Survive, Cul-De-Sac, Habitat, Hero Trade, and much more. Plus, surprise panelists and a convention exclusive giveaway!

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Comics

11:30am PDT

Graphic Novels vs. Prose

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Room 208

In the YA and MG world, there are several popular prose books and graphic novels. Moderator Joshua Pruett (Gyro and the Argonauts), and authors Sara Phoebe Miller (You Belong Here), Simón Estrada (Otto Normal's Monsterton), Tom Phillips (The Curious League of Detectives and Thieves), and Patrick Ness (Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody) discuss the different challenges of creating their stories, characters, and plots.

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 208

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Comics, Education, Kids, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

12:00pm PDT

5th Annual “It’s Alive!”: Designing Sci-Fi, Horror, and Comic Book Genre Film and TV

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

Room 300A

Industry professionals reveal how they bring worlds and characters to life through the artistry of editing, music, sound, and more. With editor Brett W. Bachman, ACE (Companion, Heart Eyes), re-recording mixer Christina “Chuyue” Wen (What We Do in the Shadows Season 6), VFX supervisor/2nd unit director Johnny Han (HBO and DC’s The Penguin), editor/director Jon Dudkowski (Star Trek: Discovery), and composers Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson (Cobra Kai, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man). Moderated by director/actor/writer/co-founder of Not Your Daddy's Films Carlye Tamaren. Part 2 of Impact24 PR’s Panel Superblock.

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 300A

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Music, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

12:00pm PDT

Where Do Ideas Come From?

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

Room 211

For artists and writers who get “stuck”! Veteran writer/editor Barbara Randall Kesel (Hawk & Dove, Marvels Snapshots: Avengers) slings rapid-fire tips, tricks, and strategies for vanquishing those blocked brain cells and deadline demons! Part information, part motivation, all entertaining!

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Education, Humor & Satire, Writers & Writing

12:30pm PDT

Everyone's a Critic: Being a Journalist in an Online Age

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

Room 300C

The past decade has seen an explosion in the scope of journalism—from the rise of citizen journalism to blogging to vloggers, podcasters, and online-only news sources. This panel of writers and hosts from CBR, Geek Magazine, Digital Bits, Bleeding Cool, Film Threat, and others will talk about the roles new media play between their readers and the industries and communities they serve. Topics include varying levels of informality vs. classic ideas of professionalism, show-specific outlets vs. general news sites, and more.

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Television, Writers & Writing

1:00pm PDT

Tarzan’s Creator Celebrates 150 Years!

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Room 211

A century and a half ago, a man was born who changed the face of popular culture, writing some of the most iconic and bestselling books of the 20th century and spawning a multimedia franchise that has endured to this day: Edgar Rice Burroughs, creator of Tarzan of the Apes and John Carter of Mars! The team at Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.—James Sullos (president), Cathy Wilbanks (vice president of operations), and Christopher Paul Carey (vice president of publishing)—discuss this monumental milestone as well as announce the next wave of forthcoming Burroughs projects. Wolf Larson—writer, producer, former Tarzan TV star, and now head of ERB Entertainment—will also be on hand to discuss the company’s new entertainment division, including an ERB Universe animated TV series in development and other prospects for both the big and small screens.

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anniversaries, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Historical, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

1:30pm PDT

Spotlight on Denys Cowan

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

In a nearly 50-year journey, Denys Cowan, has carved out one of the most unique and varied resumes in the history of comics, ranging from comic book creator, animation producer/director, wrestling manager, and even whiskey pitchman. Michael Stradford, author of the upcoming career retrospective book, Graphic Samurai: The Art of Denys Cowan has a conversation with the man himself about his past, present, and future!

Special Guests

Denys Cowan

WonderCon Special Guest

A co-founder of Milestone Media, which sold over 10 million copies of groundbreaking comic books, Denys Cowan has numerous credits to his name, including Black Racer, Deathstroke, Black Lightning & Hong Kong Phooey, Batman: Lovers & Madmen, Blind Justice, Black Panther: Flags of Our... Read More →

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Comics, Television, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

1:30pm PDT

The Writer's Journey: Your IP Will Save the World

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 300C

In a rapidly changing and unpredictable entertainment landscape, the one thing everybody can agree on is that writers need to create their own intellectual properties (IP) and get that material into the marketplace ASAP for any chance at success. This can be a challenging concept for creators at every level of their careers, and there's no single path to victory. Creators David Crowson (Harriet Tubman: Demon Slayer) and Brian Fitzpatrick (Mechcraft) join others who have taken their IPs from concept to execution and managed to build strong careers from their efforts. Moderated by Brandon Easton (Transformers: War for Cybertron, Iyanu).

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Books, Comics, Education, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Television, Writers & Writing

1:45pm PDT

DC: Superman with Mark Waid and Dan Slott

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT

North 100B

Celebrated storytellers Mark Waid and Dan Slott come together in this fun panel as they discuss their love of Superman and share what’s in store for the Man (and Boy) of Steel in Action Comics and Superman Unlimited.

Special Guests

Dan Slott

WonderCon Special Guest

Mark Waid

WonderCon Special Guest

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

2:00pm PDT

Scott Dunbier and Act 4 Publishing: Breaking Free!

Saturday March 29, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 209

Act 4 Publishing is off and running! Scott and Amanda Dunbier walk fans through what is in store for discerning aficionados of Artist’s Editions, deluxe archival collections, and even some brand-new comics. Besides the recently announced Jim Aparo’s DC Classics Artist’s Edition and Darwyn Cooke’s The Complete Spirit Connoisseur Edition, they’ll be announcing several new releases in the coming year—all with lots of art presented.

Saturday March 29, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics

2:30pm PDT

The Mighty Crusaders

Saturday March 29, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

In 1939, MLJ Comics, the company later rebranded as Archie Comics, published Blue Ribbon Comics, entering the world of superheroes with Bob Phantom. They would go on to create a pantheon of superheroes, including the first patriotic superhero, The Shield, as well as fan favorites like The Comet, Hangman, The Fly, Lancelot Strong, and many more. These heroes have appeared in both Archie Comics and DC Comics. Their stories have been reprinted in England, France, Germany, and Brazil. They have crossed over to radio, film, and the pulps. Presented here is the 86-year history of the greatest superheroes of the Archie Universe. Moderated by Rik Offenberger (The MLJ Companion), with Tim Chizmar (Fangoria, co-chair of the Horror Writers Association), and Ray MacKay (Big Bang Comics, EYRIE magazine).

Saturday March 29, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Comics, Historical, Superheroes

3:00pm PDT

Queer Comics in Color

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 211

More and more, diverse cultural voices of people of color are being heard in comics today. Prism Comics, moderator Viktor Kerney (StrangeLore, We Belong), and panelists Amy Chu (Carmilla: The First Vampire,Red Sonja), Ajuan Mance (Gender Studies), William O. Tyler (Queerbait), and others discuss the contributions of queer people of color to comics and creating a more inclusive and powerful queer geek community.

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, LGBTQIA+

3:00pm PDT

Tales From My Spinner Rack LIVE!

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 209

With the new Fantastic Four: First Steps movie coming out in just a few short months, Gary Sassaman (former director of programming and publications, Comic-Con and WonderCon) takes a nostalgic look back at “The World’s Greatest Comic Magazine!” in this graphics-filled presentation featuring the “first steps” of the Fantastic Four comic book series by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Joining Sassaman to discuss growing up with the FF and Kirby’s boundless creativity is WonderCon special guest Mark Evanier (Kirby: King of Comics, Groo the Wanderer), friend and former assistant of the artist.

Special Guests

Mark Evanier

WonderCon Special Guest

Mark Evanier attended his first San Diego Comic-Con in 1970 and has been to every one of these annual events ever since. He was then an assistant to the great Jack Kirby, whom he wrote about in his book Kirby, King of Comics. Mark has also written for live-action TV shows, animated... Read More →

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Superheroes, Humor & Satire, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

3:00pm PDT

Two Legends

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

North 100B

Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane talk comics, careers, and friendship.

Special Guests

Jim Lee

WonderCon Special Guest

Jim Lee, the world-renowned comic book artist, writer, editor, and publisher, is currently president, publisher, and chief creative officer of DC. He leads creative efforts to integrate DC’s publishing portfolio of characters and stories across all media, supporting Warner Bros... Read More →

Todd McFarlane

WonderCon Special Guest

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Art and Illustration, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Web, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Ap

3:30pm PDT

Spotlight on Jessica Fong

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Jessica Fong (Poison Ivy) is an artist known for her surreal cover art in DC's GLAAD (2023) Award–winning Poison Ivy series. Join Jessica for this Q&A and presentation session.

Special Guests

Jessica Fong

WonderCon Special Guest

Jessica Fong is a Bay Area–based illustrator known for her stunning cover art in DC Comics' GLAAD Award–winning Poison Ivy series. Her artwork blends surrealism with nature, often featuring dark yet beautiful imagery. Fong's work captures the "terribly sublime," a theme that is... Read More →

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

4:00pm PDT

From Burnout to Brainstorm

Saturday March 29, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Room 209

Cartoonist and librarian Julie Fiveash, filmmaker and award-winning graphic novelist James Spooner (The High Desert), and cartoonist Emmanuel Guerrero (Cactus Kid) share what it means to be storytellers in a global culture that's becoming more suppressive and exploitative, the ways they stay rooted in collective care to keep on, and how readers and fans can continue advocating for diverse stories. Moderated by Christine Pasalo Norland (writer, founder, Hello Barkada).

Saturday March 29, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, BIPOC, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics

4:15pm PDT

Defiant: The Robert Smalls Story in Comics, a Graphic Novel . . . and Film!

Saturday March 29, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT

North 100B

The unbelievable life of American hero Robert Smalls has been memorialized in an inspiring run of comics, a graphic novel on the near-horizon, and soon a feature film from Legion M. As an enslaved harbor pilot in Charleston at the height of the Civil War, Robert Smalls pulled off the most audacious heist in history by commandeering a Confederate warship and filling it with family and friends to run the naval blockade to freedom in the North. Smalls then helped convince Abraham Lincoln to accept African American soldiers into the Union Army—and became a naval hero. And that was only the beginning of Smalls’ extraordinary life. Comics/graphic novelist and screenwriter Rob Edwards (Captain America: Brave New World, Academy Award–nominated The Princess and The Frog), producer Marvin Jones (Black Lightning), and other members of the Legion M team talk about the process of adapting Small’s amazing story to comics and film. Legion M executives Chris Cooper and David Baxter will moderate the discussion.

Saturday March 29, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, BIPOC, Books, Comics, Education, Historical, Movies

4:30pm PDT

Spotlight on Brian Posehn

Saturday March 29, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Writer, actor, comedian, and comic book creator Brian Posehn chats about his career with artist Darick Robertson (The Boys, Transmetropolitan). Brian has been busy with his new books Grommets, Rifters, and Scotch McTiernan Versus the Forces of Evil—not to mention his D&D podcast Nerd Poker, and his many other adventures, including Star Wars: The Mandalorian, The Big Bang Theory, and lots of comedy.

Special Guests

Brian Posehn

WonderCon Special Guest

Brian Posehn is a writer/actor/stand-up comic. His credits include Disney+’s The Mandalorian, Netflix’s Lady Dynamite, and FX’s You’re the Worst, along with recurring roles on The Big Bang Theory and New Girl. He was one of the stars of Comedy Central's The Sarah Silverman... Read More →

Darick Robertson

WonderCon Special Guest

Saturday March 29, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Comics, Humor & Satire, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Writers & Writing

5:00pm PDT

FIST: Making Toys in Latin America

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Esteban Cifuentes (toy designer and creator of FIST) and Michelle Alvarez (marketing and social media) reveal the path to building an original franchise in Colombia and then taking it to the global stage. From action figures to comics, animation, and video games, you will discover the challenges and strategies to consolidate intellectual property in the entertainment industry.

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Comics, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Writers & Writing

5:00pm PDT

Middle Eastern/North African Representation in Media

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

Room 209

The importance of Middle Eastern/North African (MENA) representation in arts and entertainment remains strong today, but there is still more to be done and also much to recognize and celebrate. Learn from a panel of talented MENA Americans how their background and experiences shaped them and the progress to make for further representation. Featuring actor/writer Yas Modares Ghasiri (MVP,Babysplitters), DGA assistant director Esraa Darwish (Brooklyn Nine-Nine,Fast X), comedian Sarah Fatemi (LA's Roast Battle Champion 2023,SkankFest 2024), cartoonist/podcast host Kaveh Taherian (Mothman’s Compendium of Southern California Cryptids,500 Open Tabs), content creator/cosplayer Jasmin Joestar (Twitch), and graphic designer T. J. Searl (The Morning Show,Schooled). Moderated by actor/filmmaker Paul Zecharia (Mr. Student Body President,Last Call).

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Comics, Education, Fandom, Movies, Music, Podcasts, Television, Writers & Writing

5:00pm PDT

Spotlight on David Dastmalchian

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

Room 207

From a struggling theatre actor in Chicago to landing his first film role in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight through three Marvel Ant-Man films and starring as Polka Dot Man in James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad,David Dastmalchian has turned his life-long love of comic books into a cinematic career and now a publishing career. With three ongoing comic titles—Count Crowley at Dark Horse, Knights vs Samurai at Image, and The Creature Commandos at DC—Perri Nemiroff (Collider) talks with Dastmalchian about his creative process, behind-the-scenes moments, and the future he is plotting for his company, Good Fiend Films.

Special Guests

David Dastmalchian

WonderCon Special Guest

David Dastmalchian’s feature film debut was as the Joker’s deranged henchman Thomas Schiff in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight. In 2014 he wrote and starred in the feature film Animals, directed by Collin Schiffli. In 2018, David wrote and starred in All Creatures Here Below... Read More →

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Television, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Writers & Writing

5:00pm PDT

Stan and Jack

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT

Room 210

Daniel Fingeroth is the author of A Marvelous Life: The Amazing Story of Stan Lee. Mark Evanier is the author of Kirby, King of Comics. So the authors of the most-read books about Stan Lee and Jack Kirby will discuss both men and what they meant to the comic book industry, the Marvel Age of Comics, and the childhoods of an awful lot of people.

Special Guests

Mark Evanier

WonderCon Special Guest

Danny Fingeroth

WonderCon Special Guest

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Fandom, Historical, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Tributes, Writers & Writing, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

5:30pm PDT

How to Get News Coverage

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 208

Small press publishers: What makes the difference between an item that will get news coverage, previews, and interviews and what won’t? Many publishers have no idea what to submit to the press, how to submit it, and why they are being overlooked for coverage. Comics journalist Rik Offenberger (First Comics News, G-Man Comics) moderates this panel on just what it takes to get coverage, with the comic journalists themselves telling you what they are looking for in your submission. Panelists include Tim Chizmar (Fangoria, co-chair of the Horror Writers Association), Jaesa Evermore (Temple of Geek, First Comics News), Jez Ibelle (First Comics News) Heidi MacDonald (The Beat) Grant Offenberger (Grant Me Peace), Alex Raymond (Monstar, Hollywood Gone Geek), Francis Sky (First Comics News), and Josh Waldrop (Ultima Media).

Saturday March 29, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 208

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Seminars & Workshops

6:00pm PDT

Crowdfunding Comics in 2025!

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 211

Eric Moss (co-founder and COO, Zoop), Kris Longo (CEO and publisher, Panick Entertainment), and Shannon Eric Denton (founder, Monster Forge Productions) discuss everything you want to know about crowdfunding comics, including the growth of crowdfunding, how it’s helping fill the void in today’s comic market, tips, experiences, stories, and more. Moderated by Jordan Plosky (co-founder and CEO, Zoop).

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, Web, Writers & Writing

6:00pm PDT

Indie Toy Makers Unite!

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Small companies and creators are creating, crowdfunding, and selling their own action figures. Do you want to be one of them? Attendees will hear directly from creators who are making and marketing their own independent toys and making their mark on the collectible community. Moderators ToyShiz and Richard Mayerik will be joined by Doc Wyatt and Gavin Hignight of Wandering Planet Toys and others to discuss how they turn their ideas into reality and make independent toys for collectors everywhere.

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Anime & Manga, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

6:00pm PDT

The Science of Spider-Man

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 207

Two people very knowledgeable about the Spider-Man comics—TJ Shevlin (2023 Eisner Judge, product development, Upper Deck) and Alonso Nunez (executive director, Little Fish Comic Book Studio)—join with scientists who understand the limits of biology (Ronald Coleman, Ph.D., Regenerative Medicine) and physics (Chelsea Ballinger, physicist/co-founder of Ishihara Solutions) examine the science of the character. Starting with the mutations induced by the radioactive spider that bit him, through the genius of his web slingers, panelists will explore the things that are possible, the things that are impossible, and the things we just can't know. Moderated by Jonathan Bacon-Liu (host, All the Time We Have podcast).

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Animation, Comics, Education, Movies, Superheroes, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, Video Games

6:30pm PDT

Supernatural Worlds of Kid/YA Comics

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT

Room 208

James Thompson (A People's History of Comics), Alonso Nunez (Little Fish Comic Book Studio), Mary Ellen Stout (San Diego State University), Charles Hatfield (California State University Northridge), Fadi Bayaa (writer, technology/gaming expert), and Jameson Rohrer (Butte County Library) explore the fantasy and horror tropes that dominate comic youth markets from early readers to young adult, allowing for magic metaphors of acceptance, tolerance, and awakening sexuality and difference within traditional romance, melodrama, and comedy narratives. Favorite books and authors will be discussed.

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 208

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Horror and Suspense, Kids, LGBTQIA+, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Video Games

7:00pm PDT

3D Printing Action Figures

Saturday March 29, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Room 210

Esteban Cifuentes (FIST; GI Joe design expert), Rob Wiggins (Get R Done Dudes; ex-designer for Hasbro), Elliot Garnett (Centerpoint Studios; Star Wars custom figure designer and painter), and Adam Rodriguez (designer for micro action figures) discuss the successes and failures of creating toys we will never see in the stores. From digital design to custom painting to new technology in 3D printing, they will show and talk about what it takes to make these figures come to life and how you can, too. Moderated by Mike Syfritt (HTB Toys; toy designer and 3D printing expert). Stay to the end for a chance to win a resin 3D printer of your own!

Saturday March 29, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, Video Games

8:30pm PDT

The 2025 WonderCon Masquerade

Saturday March 29, 2025 8:30pm - 11:00pm PDT

North 200A

The annual onstage costume competition celebrates the amazing cosplay creativity and talents of WonderCon attendees. Not a dance or party, the masquerade is a series of onstage presentations of terrific fan-crafted costumes, with trophies, generous cash prizes, and other awards, and judged by professional costume designers. The guest mistress of ceremonies will be Ashley Eckstein (founder of the Her Universe fashion and lifestyle brand, and the voice of Ahsoka Tano for Star Wars: The Clone Wars,Star Wars: Rebels,Star Wars: Forces of Destiny, and more). There will also be special entertainment during the judging break with a new performance by the talented Corps Dance Crew, and then a big new Star Wars–inspired show by the amazing Saber Guild lightsaber group. Doors will open at 8:00 PM for audience seating, but the line for choice seating always starts to form earlier. No flash photography, please.

Saturday March 29, 2025 8:30pm - 11:00pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Cosplay, Costuming, Fandom, Historical, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Video Games

10:00am PDT

Action and Adventure in Graphic Novels

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Room 209

It's all about the chase scenes, witty superheroes, thrilling mystery, and exciting escapades in these stories. Moderator Thien Pham (Family Style) joins authors Kayden Phoenix (Latina Superheroes, Vol. 1: Jalisco and Santa), Steve Breen (Sky & Ty 2: Dinomite!), and Emmanuel Guerrero (Cactus Kid The Battle for Star Rock Mountain,Cactus Kid Rumble at the Rodeo) as they explore exercising imaginations and engaging passions with graphic novels.

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Comics, Education, Kids, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

10:00am PDT

The Micro-Publisher Boom

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Room 213CD

We are experiencing an unprecedented micro-publishing boom in comics. Creators who have worked with companies like Marvel, DC, and Scout for years are walking away from traditional publishing to start their own companies. Rylend Grant and David Avallone, co-hosts of the Telly Award–winning Writers Block podcast, sit down with Micro Publishing company honchos—including Barbra Dillon (Fanbase Press), Ray Anthony Height (Studio Skye-Tiger), and Charlie Stickney (White Ash Comics)—to discuss how and why they went into business for themselves.

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Comics

10:30am PDT

Authentically Creating Autistic Characters

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

Room 213AB

With increasing rates of autism, there is an increasing demand for autistic characters in pop culture from both executives and audiences. But for the creatives in the middle, especially the neurotypical ones, it can feel like a daunting challenge. Whether it’s a YA fantasy graphic novel, a family sitcom, a high-octane hospital drama, a postapocalyptic zombie comic, or whatever—authentic autistic characters belong there, too. Moderator Britton Payne (vice president of business and legal affairs at Nickelodeon/Paramount) leads a discussion with autistic actor Kayla Cromer (The Good Doctor, Monster High), writer/producer Niya Wright (Ada Twist, Scientist) and non-speaking author/advocate Alfonso Camacho (Preparing for School: Alfie’s AAC Journey). This panel of both autistic and neurotypical television and comic book creators will speak wioth Britton about how they successfully added autistic characters to serial fiction, and how you can too!

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes, Television, Writers & Writing

10:45am PDT

Watchers: The Next Step in Collectible Card Games

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am PDT

North 100B

Watchers creators Justin Waldner and Alexander Gray (Heart of Batman)—alongside some luminaries from the animation and comics realms—guide you through the fun, fast-paced gameplay in this rich, alien-infused CCG that spotlights hope in the face of domineering evil humans aligning with aliens, and the Watchers themselves, a council of elders with unbridled power who observe until it’s time to act. But which side will they join? Hear all about the game and plans for an upcoming comic book series and animated film. Publicist Gary Miereanu moderates the festivities, which will include a special giveaway: some lucky fans in attendance will receive a free copy of the single-player game, ready for battle, complete with a starter deck, dice (D6, D12, D20), battle pad, and instructional manual.

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Comics, Games, Kids, Science Fiction & Fantasy

11:00am PDT

Pop Culture and the Christian Church

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 211

How effective has the Christian church been in reaching out to the pop culture community? Where has the Christian church fallen short, and how can it improve? Fans, pastors, and church leaders discuss tested strategies to reach the pop culture community with the love of God. Featuring pastor Alexander James (author), Joe Queen (Geeky Guys/Gals 4 God), Karyn Keene (educator), Bryan Hero (Spirit Knight), Pastor Christopher Stewart (Jesus House), and moderator Kyle Keene.

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Education, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

11:00am PDT

Two Marks Answer Questions

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 207

If there’s anything (a-n-y-t-h-i-n-g) you’ve ever wanted to know about comic books, the characters, the people who created them, the business . . . anything, this is the panel for you! If writers Mark Waid and Mark Evanier don’t know it, no one does. Come armed with questions!

Special Guests

Mark Waid

WonderCon Special Guest

Mark Evanier

WonderCon Special Guest

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Animation, Comics, Historical, Humor & Satire, Movies, Seminars & Workshops, Television, Writers & Writing, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

11:00am PDT

What Am I Going to Do with All These Comic Books?

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 300A

Have you ever wondered what will happen to your prized comic collection when you are gone? Well, if you don’t plan on leaving it to a family member, have you ever considered donating it to help inspire others? University libraries have special collections that can archive your comic books for research purposes and even get you a tax break based on the value! Hear about how one nonprofit organization’s donors ended up on the cover of Forbes magazine and how you can help generations of comic fans to come. Panelists include Golden Apple Comic & Art Foundation board member Marc Andreyko (creator/writer), Heidi MacDonald (Comics Beat), Ryan and Kendra Liebowitz (co-founders), and Gary Prebula (donor).

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 300A

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Seminars & Workshops

11:30am PDT

Comics Arts Conference Session #7: The Comic Book and Me: Bob Dylan and Comics

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Room 210

“I always loved Batman. The way I looked at it, you had to come from another planet to be Superman, but I could be Batman. And you know I tried!”—Bob Dylan. With the recent release of the acclaimed biopic A Complete Unknown, there’s more interest in Nobel laureate Bob Dylan than there has been in years. As he has profoundly affected creators in many media, Dylan has influenced comic book, comic strip, and graphic novel writers and artists for the past six decades. In an expanded version of the presentation he gave at the Dylan in Tulsa, WonderCon special guest Danny Fingeroth (A Marvelous Life: The Amazing Story of Stan Lee; Jack Ruby: The Many Faces of Oswald’s Assassin) explores Dylan references in comics as well as comics references in Dylan’s oeuvre.

Special Guests

Danny Fingeroth

WonderCon Special Guest

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Comics, Historical, Music, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

11:30am PDT

My Comic History in Three Issues

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

What are the impactful graphic novels/comic issues that shaped your love for graphic literature? Choose your three favorites and join a panel of comics creators, comics professionals, and academics for an interactive discussion of the works that influenced their personal and professional lives, as well as picks from the audience. Alex Antone (editorial director, Skybound Entertainment/Image Comics), Dr. Matthew Atherton (associate professor of social sciences, CSUSM), David M. Booher (Killer Queens,Canto), and Barbra Dillon (president and co-founder, Fanbase Press) identify the key moments that shaped our love for a medium. Moderated by Allison Carr (academic transitions librarian, CSUSM).

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Books, Comics, Superheroes

11:30am PDT

Spotlight on Dan Veesenmeyer

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Room 208

Most noted for his work involving X-Men: The Animated Series,DanVeesenmeyer reflects on his career as an animation and licensing illustrator. With a client list that includes Mondo, Hasbro, Marvel, DC, Lucasfilm, and Lego, Dan shares his thoughts on all aspects of his journey, from breaking into being a fan on the inside of geek pop culture. Moderated by Larry Houston, executive producer/director X-Men: The Animated Series.

Special Guests

Dan Veesenmeyer

WonderCon Special Guest

Dan is an artist with over 30 years of experience working in the worlds of animation, toys, comics, and video games, perhaps most noted for his work with X-Men The Animated Series and X-Men ’97. Starting out as a TV animation storyboard artist on X-Men The Animated Series, he continued... Read More →

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 208

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

12:00pm PDT

Jack Kirby Tribute

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

Room 207

At every WonderCon, we make time to remember the man they call The King of Comics, Jack Kirby. Former Kirby assistant Mark Evanier heads up a dais of folks who knew the man or at least his amazing career. This time out, Mark is joined by two members of Jack’s family—Tracy Kirby and Jeremy Kirby—as well as John Morrow (publisher of The Jack Kirby Collector), Rand Hoppe (founding trustee/director of the Jack Kirby Museum & Research Center), Kirby family friend Dave Schwartz, and attorney Henry W. Holmes (better known as the Kirby-drawn character Destroyer Lawyer).

Special Guests

Mark Evanier

WonderCon Special Guest

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Fandom, Historical, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Tributes, Writers & Writing, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

12:30pm PDT

Diverse Storytellers Empowering Equity and Inclusion

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Andres Useche (writer/director, We Don’t Give Up, Marching into the Light), Rob Edwards (writer, Captain America: Brave New World, The Princess and the Frog), Nicole Maines (actor, Yellowjackets,Supergirl), Miranda Kwok (showrunner/producer, The Cleaning Lady,The 100), Jorge R. Gutierrez (director/animator, The Book of Life, Maya and the Three), Aaron Butler (editor, Euphoria, The Idol), Drew Leung (concept artist, LOTR: The Rings of Power, Black Panther Wakanda Forever), and Stephanie Paciullo (agent, CAA) reveal the secrets of their craft, how you can make your way into the industry, and how the arts can make a difference by giving voice to underrepresented folks in the search for greater justice, empathy, and equality. Moderated by Stephanie Pfingsten (CEO/publicist, Lumos PR).

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

12:30pm PDT

Star Trek Toys from the Nacelle Company

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

Room 300C

Brian Volk-Weiss (The Toys That Made Us) and The Nacelle Company (The Toys That Made Us, Biker Mice from Mars) discuss their new officially licensed action figures for Star Trek. Fans in attendance will get exclusive sneak peeks at future waves of Star Trek toys coming from Nacelle and learn how wave one of Nacelle’s highly anticipated action figure line went from idea to reality. These are Star Trek toys made by passionate Star Trek fans!

Special Guests

Nicholas Meyer

WonderCon Special Guest

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anime & Manga, Art and Illustration, Comics, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Web, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

1:00pm PDT

Queer Comics and Resistance: Poking Fun at Power

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Room 211

How can comics and culture fight back against homophobia and transphobia? Can poking fun at political figures influence their opinions? Can satire in comics change the way people think about the queer community? Prism Comics, moderator Tara Madison Avery (Prism Comics, Stacked Deck Press), and panelists Liam Coballes (The Out Side, Yu Yu Hakusho), Nicole Maines (Bad Dream, Secret Six, Supergirl), Knave Murdok (TransCat, We're Still Here), Megan Praz (One More Year, Contested Strip), Sonya Saturday (The Greatest Thing You've Ever Seen in Your Life, J.K. Rowling and the Ungrateful Fans), William O. Tyler (We Belong, Anxious Ax), and Shing Yin Khor (The Legend of Auntie Po, American Dream? A Journey on Route 66) discuss these and other topics of social activism in comics.

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Humor & Satire, LGBTQIA+, Superheroes

1:15pm PDT

The Thrilling Adventure Hour 20th Anniversary

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT

North 100B

The Thrilling Adventure Hour is an institution of the LA comedy scene, having run live since 2005. The show consists of scripted comedy-genre segments starring your favorite actors from the worlds of TV, film, podcasts, and improv. Creators Ben Acker and Ben Blacker have a freewheeling conversation with cast members Craig Cackowski, Mark Gagliardi, Marc Evan Jackson, Hal Lublin, Annie Savage, Paul F. Tompkins, Janet Varney, and others.

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Comics, Education, Fandom, Movies, Music, Podcasts, Television, Writers & Writing

1:30pm PDT

Comics Arts Conference Session #9: Focus on Danny Fingeroth

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 210

WonderCon special guest Danny Fingeroth spent 18 years at Marvel, where he ran the Spider-Man line and wrote hundreds of comics. As a cultural historian, Danny’s books include Superman on the Couch: What Superheroes Really Tell Us About Ourselves and Our Society and Disguised as Clark Kent: Jews, Comics, and the Creation of the Superhero. His 2019 biography of Stan Lee, A Marvelous Life, tackles the controversies surrounding Lee. Danny’s most recent book, 2023’s Jack Ruby: The Many Faces of Oswald’s Assassin, chronicles Ruby’s bizarre life. Today, Danny speaks about his career with popular culture expert Travis Langley (Spider-Man Psychology: Untangling Webs).

Special Guests

Danny Fingeroth

WonderCon Special Guest

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Comics, Historical, Seminars & Workshops, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Writers & Writing

1:30pm PDT

Spotlight on Mitch Gerads

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 208

WonderCon special guest Mitch Gerads (Mister Miracle, Batman, Strange Adventures) and moderator Tim Sheridan (Alan Scott: The Green Lantern, FLASHPOINT Beyond) discuss how Mitch has brought his realistic style to the superhuman and unreal in books like Mister Miracle,Batman, and Strange Adventures. Mitch and Tim join for a one-on-one interview, Q&A session, and often hilarious insanity.

Special Guests

Mitch Gerads

WonderCon Special Guest

Mitch Gerads is a comics artist who has made a career out of bringing humanity and realism to the superhuman and unreal. Best known for his much-lauded work at DC Comics with writer Tom King on Mister Miracle, Batman, Strange Adventures, and The Sheriff of Babylon, he lives and... Read More →

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 208

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Comics, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

2:00pm PDT

Japanese Queer Media

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 211

Japanese Queer media (Yaoi, BL, Yuri, and GL) has grown in popularity with an incredibly devoted fandom. What are the earliest depictions of Japanese queer media? How has it evolved? Panelists discuss this subgenre and how it is being challenged today.

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Horror and Suspense, LGBTQIA+, Television

2:00pm PDT

Launching Your First Kickstarter

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Has crowdfunding become too crowded? Moderator Andy Nordvall (Bad Future Comics) holds a lively discussion with panelists Carl Choi (247 Comics), Eddie deAngelini (The Collectors), Chris Hill (Rapture Productions), Oriana Leckert (Kickstarter’s head of publishing), and C. Solis (The Order of the Nun-Ya) on how to navigate an ever-changing online landscape.

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

2:30pm PDT

Lumpia Deep Fried Universe: DJ Icy Ice in the Mix-Mix!

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

North 100B

Kid Heroes Productions, the creators behind the award-winning Lumpia film and comic books series, discuss their newest comic book drop, The Ones and Twos, with legendary DJ Icy Ice (World Famous Beat Junkies), spotlighting the mobile, party, and club deejay scene of the '90s prevalent with Filipino American culture mixed with their latest addition to the D.F.U.: Mix-Mix, a multiracial task force of multi-dessert-inspired anti-heroes! Featuring Patricio Ginelsa (writer/director), Brian "beee" Bello (artist), Lauren Lola (co-writer), Cesar Cueva (artist), and moderator Winston Emano (mano Y mano Media). Includes free print giveaway and special surprises!

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Comics, Movies, Music, Superheroes