Buzz Comics, le forum comics du monde d'après. - Wizard World Convention de Chicago 26-29 Juin : cela s'annonce chaud!!!

Du 26 au 29 Juin se tient la dernière grosse convention avant le Comic-Con de San Diego de Juillet
Vu l'actualité brûlante de DC, il risque d'y avoir quelques échanges savoureux car Dan Didio en sera.

Il n'y aura pas que cela d'ailleurs, par exemple :

FRIDAY

11 a.m.-12 p.m.
MARVEL: MONDO MARVEL
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
2008 has already been a huge success for Marvel in all corners of the Universe. Now, join the industry’s top editors and creators like Tom Brevoort, Peter David, Brian Reed, Mike Perkins and more to find out what’s to come for X-Men, Hulk, DD, cosmic, the FF, Stephen King’s The Stand, and all things Marvel!

2-3 p.m.
VERTIGO: EDGY AND EVOCATIVE
The Dave Stevens Room: 10-11
With books like Fables, DMZ and Northlanders, Vertigo continues the critical success of its monthly books with even more surprises up its sleeve in 2008! Come hear Will Dennis, Senior Editor Vertigo, discuss the books and find out why Vertigo is THE imprint for discerning readers.

3-4 p.m.
MARVEL: ULTIMATE UNIVERSE
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
“It’s all connected, that’s the secret!” Brian Michael Bendis and Ultimate line editor Bill Rosemann reveal HOW the Ultimate Universe has been connected since the beginning…and why that means this is the END of the Universe as we know it…and no one will feel fine when it’s done.

3-4 p.m.
IMAGE COMICS SPOTLIGHT: ROBERT KIRKMAN
The Dave Stevens Room: 10-11
Join Image Comics superstar writer Robert Kirkman for an in-depth look at Invincible, The Walking Dead, The Astounding Wolf-Man and Brit. This is your only chance to see Kirkman at Wizard World Chicago, so be there or be square!

4-5 p.m.
DC NATION!
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
The call goes out once more! Join Dan DiDio, Senior VP/Executive Editor DCU, Jann Jones, Senior Coordinating Editor DCU, Ian Sattler, Senior Story Editor DCU, and others to catch a glimpse of what will be the most talked about events of the summer!

9:30 p.m.
WARREN ELLIS UNPLUGGED
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
Guest of Honor Warren Ellis will discuss a variety of topics, giving fans a rare glimpse into his unparalleled personality.

SATURDAY

11 a.m.-12 p.m.
SPAWN TO THE FUTURE
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
Spawn creator Todd McFarlane makes a special guest appearance at Wizard World Chicago, introducing the new Spawn team of writer Brian Holguin and artist Whilce Portacio, and sharing secrets about the title’s future. McFarlane will also co-plot the story and lay out pages.

11 a.m.-12 p.m.
DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT
The Dave Stevens Room: 10-11
Join Dynamite Entertainment and special guests from both comics and other media for an exciting hour of news, discussion, free comics and special BIG announcements. It’s a DON’T MISS event!

11 a.m.-12 p.m.
CHARACTER SPOTLIGHT: WONDER WOMAN
The Jim Mooney Room: 4
Gail Simone, Aaron Lopresti and Greg Rucka will look at the Amazonian princess’ past, present and, if you’re lucky, they’ll tease at her future!

12-1 p.m.
DCU: THE CRISIS IS HERE!
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
Dan DiDio, Senior VP/Executive Editor DCU, Jann Jones, Senior Coordinating Editor DCU, Ian Sattler, Senior Story Editor DCU, and countless DCU talent are gathering for a panel that’s not to be missed. The Sinestro War has passed and the Countdown is over, but the Final Crisis is here! What lies ahead for your favorite heroes? Find out here!

1-2 p.m.
MARVEL: SECRET INVASION
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
THE INVASION IS NOW! Embrace Change! This is the ONLY panel you can come to and hear directly from the man who’s been building this event for five years—Brian Michael Bendis—as he discusses his plans for the No. 1 event of 2008, what secrets already lay hidden in your back issues, and how it will impact the Universe for years to come!

1-2 p.m.
ASPEN COMICS PANEL
The Dave Stevens Room: 10-11
Find out everything Aspen Comics has in store for the rest of 2008! From Soulfire to Fathom to their newest titles, NBC’s hit series Heroes and everything else in between! Featuring Peter Steigerwald, J.T. Krul, Micah Gunnell, Ale Garza, Vince Hernandez, Mark Roslan and Frank Mastromauro. Plus, the first 200 attendees get a FREE gift!

2-4 p.m.
IMAGE FOUNDERS PANEL
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
In 1992, seven artists formed one of the biggest comic companies of all time. Now, six of those seven visionaries—Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Rob Liefeld, Whilce Portacio, Erik Larsen and Jim Valentino—are coming together to discuss the past, present and future of the company that brought you Spawn, WildC.A.T.s, Savage Dragon, Youngblood and more. This is a panel you won’t want to miss!

4-5 p.m.
STAR WARS: WHAT’S COMING WITH LUCASFILM’S STEVE SANSWEET
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
With “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” movie and TV series hot on the horizon, not to mention all the other events and projects in the works at Lucasfilm, Steve Sansweet, the entertainment company’s head of Fan Relations, will have much to share with fans at Wizard World. Sansweet’s presentation will reveal exciting looks into the upcoming animated movie and series, as well as into LucasArts’ breathtaking new game, “The Force Unleashed.” Don’t miss this hour covering all the Star Wars excitement to come.

4-5 p.m.
WILDSTORM: WORLD’S END!
The Jim Mooney Room: 4
Get the inside scoop from Shannon Denton, Editor—WildStorm on what’s upcoming from DC’s wildest imprint. The Armageddon has gone, the Number of the Beast is here, but soon there will be a World’s End to contend with! See how it affects your favorite WildStorm characters.

5-6 p.m.
MARVEL: CUP O’ BENDIS
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
Join the top writer in the comic book industry, Brian Michael Bendis, and special guests as they take on any and all questions! It’s a super, happy fun hour you will NOT want to miss!

5-6 p.m.
CHARACTER SPOTLIGHT: GREEN LANTERN
The Jim Mooney Room: 4
DC’s real-life Green Lantern Corps, Geoff Johns, Ethan Van Sciver and Patrick Gleason, discuss everything related to Hal Jordan and company!

6-7 p.m.
SPOTLIGHT ON TONY DANIEL
The Dave Stevens Room: 10-11
Renowned artist Tony Daniel is front and center to talk about his work on the summer’s big Bat-event, Batman R.I.P. Joined by DCU Senior Story Editor Ian Sattler, this Q&A session promises to entertain!

7 p.m.
“BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHT” WORLD PREMIERE!
The Steve Gerber Room: 1-3 12-14
The film that bridges the gap between “Batman Begins” and “The Dark Knight” premieres! Following the premiere, writers Brian Azzarello, Alan Burnett, Josh Olson, Greg Rucka and Executive Producer Bruce Timm will take part in a special panel and Q&A session moderated by DC Comics Senior Vice President of Creative Affairs Gregory Noveck.

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