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May 7 2017

Ron Perlman Rolls into ComicCONN at Foxwoods Resort Casino

With weeks to go before ComiCONN, A Show for the Fans by the Fans, in partnership with Foxwoods Resort Casino, begins, organizers have announced Ron Perlman as a headlining guest.

Perlman’s most notable role is Hellboy in the 2004 popular movie Hellboy and Hellboy 2 (2008). Perlman also portrayed Clarence “Clay” Morrow in the hit show Sons of Anarchy. The actor is also a fan favorite for his voice work on animated shows such as Teen Titans, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and Robot Chicken, as well as video games such as Halo 3 and Fallout 3.

Perlman will join the previously announced guest Theo Rossi who portrayed “Juice” Ortiz on Sons of Anarchy at ComiCONN 2017.

Additional guests are listed on the ComiCONN website at www.comiconn.com, and more will be announced leading up to ComiCONN 2017.

Tickets are on sale now through the convention’s website, www.comiconn.com. Advance admission prices are as follows:

Adult

Saturday: $30.00

Sunday: $25.00

Weekend Pass: $45.00

VIP: $99.00

Kids ages 6 to 12

Saturday: $15.00

Sunday: $10.00

Weekend Pass: $20.00

Tickets purchased at the door the weekend of the event will be higher. Fans are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance. Tickets will sell out for this event.

Hotel reservations at one of Foxwoods’ hotels can be made online at www.comiconn.com/hotels. The deadline to reserve a room at the group rate is May 26. A special VIP package including hotel is available at the following URL: https://www.foxwoods.com/OfferTemplate.aspx?id=9688.

Nov 12 2015

Pictures from Rhode Island Comic Con 2015

By Jason Harris

Actor Mitch Pileggi (The X-Files). Actor Mitch Pileggi (The X-Files).
Baymax. Baymax.
Ted Ted “The Millionaire Dollar Man” DiBiase.

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Actress Terry Farrell (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Hellraiser III). Actress Terry Farrell (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Hellraiser III).
Achmed the Dead Terrorist. Achmed the Dead Terrorist.
Author Stacey Longo. Author Stacey Longo.
Immortan Joe. Immortan Joe.
The Faces of Star Trek panel (from Left to right): Marina Sirtis, Michael Dorn, Gates McFadden, Terry Farrell, and moderator Clare Kramer. The Faces of Star Trek panel (from Left to right): Marina Sirtis, Michael Dorn, Gates McFadden, Terry Farrell, and moderator Clare Kramer.
Bill and Ted. Bill and Ted.
Actor Ron Perlman (Hellboy) Actor Ron Perlman (Hellboy).
Mario and Tonto and a Rhode Island Comic Con volunteer photo-bombing in the background. Mario and Tonto with a Rhode Island Comic Con volunteer photo-bombing in the background.
Actor Scott Wilson (The Walking Dead). Actor Scott Wilson (The Walking Dead).
The Walking Dead. The Wolves.
Actress Jodi Lyn O'Keefe (Prison Break). Actress Jodi Lyn O’Keefe (Prison Break).
The Wolf and Red Riding Hood. The Wolf and Red Riding Hood.
Actress Barbara Eden (I Dream of Jeannie). Actress Barbara Eden (I Dream of Jeannie).
Spock. Spock.
Actor Michael Rooker (The Walking Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy). Actor Michael Rooker (The Walking Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy).
Ash. Ash.
Actor Michael Wright (V). Actor Michael Wright (V).
The Connecticut Visitors. The Connecticut Visitors.
Actor Lorenzo Lamas (Sharknado 3, Renegade) Actor Lorenzo Lamas (Sharknado 3, Renegade)
Short Circuit 2 Johnny 5 and Ben Jahveri.
Actor a.J. Buckley (CSi: NY). Actor A.J. Buckley (CSI: NY).

Another entry of pictures from Rhode Island Comic Con 2015 will be coming in the next couple of days.

Nov 2 2015

Rhode Island Comic Con Announces Panel Schedule

In a few days the Biggest Show in the Smallest State, Rhode Island Comic Con organizers have announced the schedule of panels, celebrity Q&A sessions, and special events.

According to the convention’s Programming Director, Michael Gianfrancesco, “The programming staff has worked hard to put together what we think is an entertaining and diverse offering of amazing panels for our guests this year. We are excited about all of our major offerings and are thrilled to have guest celebrity moderator Clare Kramer (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Bring it On) from geeknation.com working with us to make these events even more of a memorable experience for attendees.”

Saturday’s events include:

  •  Buckler and McGregor: The Making of the Panther
  •  The Faces of Star Trek
  •  Under the Helmet: The Men who Played Boba Fett
  • Magical Objects
  • Cosplay Workshop: Foam Armor
  • Q & A with Neal Adams
  • Ride Along with Sons of Anarchy
  • The Voices of Batman
  • The Weekly Pull Live
  • It’s a Homestuck Life
  • Spirit Connections Gallery Readings with Spirit Medium Tiffany Rice
  • Behind the Masks and Uniforms: Star Wars Characters
  • Everything Wrong With: A Day in the life of CinemaSins
  • Limitless Cosplay: Cosplay Your Way to Self-Love
  • Back into the Pensieve: Ridiculous Harry Potter Theories You Forgot About
  • Cosplay Workshop: Wig Styling 101
  • Explore the Supernatural
  • Dealing Toys with Travis Landry
  • Q & A with Jason Momoa
  • Q & A with David Prowse
  • Growing Up Geek: Nerd Parents Raising Geek Offspring
  • Introduction to Lightsabers
  • Cosplay Workshop: Hands On Molding and Casting
  • Q & A with Ron Perlman
  • Creating Worlds with Chris Claremont
  • The Voices of Sailor Moon
  • Find Your Nerd Herd
  • Cosplay for a Cause
  • Q & A with Amy Jo Johnson
  • Super Beard Bros. Presents: The Newlywed Game
  • Transformers Unmasked
  • Bringing Back the Good Stuff: Reviving 90’s Retro Nostalgic Entertainment with Erica Crooks
  • Who wants to be a Super Millionaire?
  • A Celebration of Carrie Fisher
  • Comedy Show with Ron Funches
  • RICC 2015 Cosplay Contest

Sunday’s schedule includes:

  • Ghost Facers versus Ghost Hunters
  • Has the Sorting Hat Ever Been Wrong?
  • Living the Cosplay Life
  • Meet The Legions: A look at the costumes, charity, and camaraderie of the 501st and Rebel Legions
  • Cosplay Workshop: Sewing Basics
  • The Voices of Spongebob
  • Mike Grell: A Retrospective
  • Orlando Jones Live on Stage
  • Dr. Who 101
  • Charlton Comics: The Movie
  • Spirit Connections Gallery Readings with Spirit Medium Tiffany Rice
  • The World of The Walking Dead
  • How to Be a YouTube Star
  • Q&A with Henry Winkler
  • Inside The Outsiders
  • Dressed to Impress: How to make an Impact on the Judges of the Costume Contest
  • Dynamic Drawing for Toys
  • Cosplay Workshop: Head Casting Demonstration
  • Kids Cosplay Contest
  • A Look Inside the Tardis: Dr. Who Stars Speak
  • Bishonen Pretty Boy Swag
  • King of Comic Con
  • Meet the Power Rangers

Gianfrancesco went on to comment, “In addition, we have added a slate of informative and unique fan panels, which cover some of the more specific fandoms. We have panels on Dr. Who, Harry Potter, and comic drawing. We have even added a cosplay workshop room with hands-on demonstrations of molding, sewing, and wig styling. It’s going to be a great year for all our guests at RICC!”

For specific locations, times, and descriptions for each event, please refer to Rhode Island Comic Con’s website.

Tickets for Rhode Island Comic Con are currently on sale through Ticketmaster, or by visiting www.ricomiccon.com. Daily tickets start at only $29.00 and a three-day weekend admission is $75 in advance, $85 at the door (if available). VIP and celebrity packages are also available.

In its fourth year, the award-winning Rhode Island Comic Con, produced by Altered Reality Entertainment, expands to three days, two venues, and over 100 celebrity guests, including actors from Star Trek, Doctor Who, Game of Thrones, Sons of Anarchy, Agents of Shield, and Transformers, among many others. Comic book artists from Marvel, DC and the independent market all converge on downtown Providence. Gaming, cosplay, and after parties all add to an exciting schedule of events and panels.