After
Marvel now it’s DC Comics turn to announce their plans for the New York Comic
Con:
“DC
Entertainment, home of the World’s Greatest Super Heroes and the comic book
industry’s most talented artists and writers, today announced a stellar program
of New York Comic Con panels, signings, announcements and other events certain
to excite fans of all ages, led by a jaw-dropping display of eight historic
Superman costumes from the big and small screen in celebration of Superman’s
75th Anniversary.
With
an array of costumes previously worn by the likes of Christopher Reeve, Henry
Cavill, Brandon Routh, Dean Cain and Tom Welling – the scope of this epic
exhibit will expand the publisher’s convention presence beyond the floor of the
Jacob Javitz Center and into the building’s public entryway – making DC’s
expanded footprint undeniable to convention attendees and the public at large,
and making for a convention-wide 75th anniversary celebration of The Man of
Steel. A star-studded panel honoring the Man of Steel and discussing the
beloved character’s many personifications, impressive history, and ongoing
relevance within society and entertainment, is also in the works.
DC
Entertainment will further put its stamp on this year’s convention through
appearances by some of the biggest creative names in the comic book industry –
including the writers and artists from Batman, Green Lantern and Superman
family of titles, MAD Magazine and many more. Legendary author Neil Gaiman’s
acclaimed SANDMAN series will also be a highlight as fans clamor for the first
issue of THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE, a centerpiece of the ongoing reinvigoration of
the Vertigo imprint. Additionally, for the first time DC will host over 50
creator signings at an exclusive DC Entertainment area in the increasingly
popular Artist Alley.
The
largest English-language publisher in the world will continue to make its mark
with a packed schedule of panels, and fantastic collection of additional
appearances and signings, exclusive announcements and other events.
As
their epic BATMAN: ZERO YEAR storyline expands into the rest of DC Comics – The
New 52 and BATMAN VOL. 3: DEATH OF THE FAMILY prepares for its October release,
superstar creators Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo will share the latest
insider’s view on The Caped Crusader and their unique creative process. A
Batman panel featuring this “dynamic duo” and creators such as John Layman, Ann
Nocenti, Peter Tomasi and James Tynion IV will be a convention highlight.
Following this year’s show, Snyder and Capullo will be the guests-of-honor at a
Q&A and signing for BATMAN VOL. 3: DEATH OF THE FAMILY on Monday, October
14th at 7:00 p.m. the Union Square Barnes & Noble in NYC.
Set
for release on October 30, Vertigo’s THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE will also be a
convention highlight as Neil Gaiman returns to the iconic comic book series
that launched his career. Vertigo will be celebrating its 20th year in
publishing through panels, signings and more, casting a spotlight on the
imprint’s horror, mythic fiction, and sci-fi titles – including the dark
fantasy COFFIN HILL, the epic adventure HINTERKIND, and THE SANDMAN spin-off
THE DEAD BOY DETECTIVES as well as the new series THE WAKE, TRILLIUM, FBP:
FEDERAL BUREAU OF PHYSICS and more.
Kicking
off on October 2 and spanning across all GREEN LANTERN family titles throughout
the month, the “Lights Out” crossover event will change the Green Lantern
universe forever! Convention attendees will collect more behind-the-scenes
knowledge on this ambitious storyline by attending the October 13 panel
featuring creators Bernard Chang, Van Jensen, Justin Jordan, Charles Soule,
Brad Walker, Robert Venditti and more. The storyline ties together every
Lantern of every Corps who has ever appeared in any comic book – ever. Nothing
is held back, and devoted fans will want to know more!
Fresh
off the release of FOREVER EVIL #1, written by comic legend Geoff Johns with
artwork by the infinitely talented David Finch, as well as the unprecedented
“Villains Month” unveiling of 52 villain-centric 3-D Motion covers from across
The New 52, fans will get the chance to learn more about the FOREVER EVIL
storyline (and all of the dastardly villains that everyone loves to hate) at
the Justice League – Forever Evil panel on Saturday, October 12. Boasting a
collection of DC creators that includes Finch, Ray Fawkes, Matt Kindt, Joe
Prado, Ivan Reis and more. Convention attendees will also get a sneak preview
of the all-new documentary “Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics,” which
investigates the inner-workings of the most nefarious collection of baddies in
comics history. Narrated by legendary film bad guy Christopher Lee, “Necessary
Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics” will be released by Warner Bros. Home
Entertainment on October 25.
Get
an inside look at INSIDE MAD, the hugely anticipated collection being released
on October 29 from “The Usual Gang of Idiots” at MAD Magazine. Those looking to
get an additional dose of the iconic magazine’s acclaimed wit and snark can
visit the Mad About MAD panel on October 12 – led by Editor John Ficarra and a laughter-inducing
cast of characters.
A
wide variety of exclusive offerings will be available throughout the weekend at
this year’s New York Comic Con – including giveaways throughout the weekend as
well as FOREVER EVIL #1, BATMAN #24 and SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN #1 variant covers
priced at $10 each. DC Collectibles also has two exciting convention exclusives
lined up for New York, including a DC Nation: Super Best Friends Forever Poison
Ivy statue and DC Super Heroes of Green Lantern 3.75” action figure two-pack
featuring Hal Jordan and Blue Lantern Saint Walker. Each of these exclusive
offerings will be available for sale at the DC Collectibles Boutique at the
Graphitti Designs booth (#755).
Fans
can get all the latest information on New York Comic Con and other DC
Entertainment events by downloading the free DCE Events app for iOS and Android
smartphone users. It’s available for download today on Apple’s App Store and
the Google Play Store.”
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