Sunday October 9
10:30am to 11:30am: Women of Marvel:
The Women of Marvel return to New York! Writer and podcast host Angelique Roche will lead a lively discussion with Marvel talent including Digital Media Executive Director Ellie Pyle, writer Eve L. Ewing (Monica Rambeau: Photon), Senior Editor Lauren Bisom¸ and more Mighty Marvel guests! What is it like for women working in the industry today, and what is next for Marvel’s woman-led titles? And don’t miss a special giveaway at the end of the panel!
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10:30am to 11:30am: Sunday Morning Tea With Two Highlanders & A Lord:
Calling all Outlander fans! This is one you don’t want to miss! Kick off Sunday morning at New York Comic Con with a trip to the Scottish highlands. Join series stars Sam Heughan (Jamie Fraser), Duncan LaCroix (Murtaugh Fraser) and David Berry (Lord John Grey) along with series author Diana Gabaldon as they discuss their time working on such a beloved show and all things Outlander!
Empire Stage
10:30am to 11:30am: Star Wars: Stories from a Galaxy Far Far Away…:
Join Lucasfilm Publishing’s all-star authors as they discuss stories from throughout the entire Star Wars saga. Including all-new reveals announcements and sneak peeks this panel is not to be missed! Moderated by Lucasfilm’s Michael Siglain.
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10:30am to 11:30am: Frank Miller Presents: PANDORA:
From brand-new publisher, Frank Miller Presents (FMP), comes a new, original YA fantasy series, PANDORA – a dark take on fairy tales as imagined by the legend himself, Frank Miller! Pandora follows the story of Annabeth, a young girl who is unfulfilled in her life, and she is searching for more. For you, the fan, the search is over! Come join FMP CEO Frank Miller, FMP COO Silenn Thomas, Publisher Dan DiDio, and series artist, Emma Kubert, on this return to the original grimness of fairy tales!
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10:45am to 1:00pm: Drafting Comic Book Contracts: A Practical Guide [CLE COURSE]:
This seminar has been approved for 2.5 CLE* credits in areas of professional practice for NY and 2.5 General credits in NJ. This is an intensive two-hour course: attendees will write a rough draft of key comic book agreement provisions, engage in client interview exercises tailored to the comic book industry, dive into mock negotiations, and issue-spot common problems in publishing contracts. Facilitated by seasoned comic book publishing attorneys, attendees will get a chance to issue-spot, draft, and engage in mock negotiations.
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10:45am to 11:45am: DC’s Gotham City Panel:
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10:45am to 11:45am: The Thing vs. E.T.: 40 Years of Aliens We Love and Fear:
From a cute candy-loving extraterrestrial that defined a wave of Spielberg films to the camouflaged Carpenter creation that stoked paranoia, both films opened within two weeks of one another and each had an otherworldly impact on pop culture. But which reigns supreme? Moderated by Aaron Sagers, TV personality and host of Den of Geek’s Talking Strange series.
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11:00am to 12:00pm: Batwheels:
The newest heroes of Gotham City are rolling into New York Comic Con for a special panel and screening featuring the premiere of two never-before-seen episodes of Batwheels. Join series producers and members of the voice cast for a look under the hood of DC’s first-ever Batman preschool animated series coming soon to Cartoonito on Cartoon Network and Cartoonito on HBO Max.
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11:00am to 12:00pm: The Muppets Mayhem:
It’s time to play the music! Coming to Disney+ in 2023, “The Muppets Mayhem” is a brand-new series that, for the first time in the Muppets’ over 65-year history, focuses on the legendary Electric Mayhem band as they maneuver their way through the music world of Los Angeles with one goal – to finally record their first album. Join the “human” stars of the series – Lilly Singh, Tahj Mowry and Saara Chaudry – as well as co-creators and executive producers Adam F. Goldberg, Jeff Yorkes and Bill Barretta for exciting news, exclusive footage and more!
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11:15am to 12:15pm: Adaptive Cosplay: How To Make Your Builds Accessible For Cosplayers Living With Physical Developmental or Sensory Impairment:
Do you find yourself focusing on aesthetics during your cosplay builds? Are your costumes difficult to get into or move around in? Learn how to adjust your techniques & materials to make costumes more accessible to those with physical disabilities including adaptation for wheelchairs. Whether building for commission or for fun we’ll discuss how to take sensory processing disorders into account to make sure the cosplayer isn’t overstimulated by light sound or uncomfortable materials on the skin.
Cosplay Central Stage
11:15am to 12:15pm: The Magic Tree House 30th Anniversary Celebration:
The #1 bestselling chapter book series turns 30! Celebrate three decades of Magic Tree House adventures with series creator Mary Pope Osborne (Memories and Life Lessons from The Magic Tree House). Learn how an idea for a four book series about time travel transformed into an international phenomenon that continues to be a childhood favorite and has now expanded to include over 100 books graphic novel adaptations planetarium shows musical theater productions and more! Moderated by series editor Mallory Loehr, EVP and Publisher of the Random House Books for Young Readers Group.
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12:00pm to 1:00pm: Humans and Bots Unite in Transformers:
EarthSpark: Autobots, Roll Out! From Nickelodeon and Hasbro’s Entertainment One, join the next generation of heroes to celebrate the all-new Paramount+ original animated series Transformers: EarthSpark. During the exclusive panel, voice cast members Sydney Mikayla (Robby Malto), Zion Broadnax (Mo Malto), Diedrich Bader (Mandroid) and Cissy Jones (Elita-1), along with co-executive producer Dale Malinowski and executive producer Ant Ward, will give fans a first look at behind-the-scenes art, casting, and never-before-seen footage. Moderated by: Andrea Towers, Associate Editor, TV Guide Magazine.
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12:00pm to 1:00pm: Z2 Comics Presents: Emily Hampshire Conjures Magic with Amelia Aierwood:
This autumn, actress Emily Hampshire will cast a spell of delight and whimsy over readers with Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch. The breakout star of Schitt’s Creek and the upcoming sci-fi series The Rig will jump from the screen to comics in the charming tale of a black-sheep witch struggling in the shadow of her reality-show family. Join Emily co-writer Eliot Rahal and more special guests as they show an exclusive enchanting preview of the upcoming graphic novel. Moderated by Z2 Comics editor Jasminne Saravia.
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12:15pm to 1:15pm: Oscar Isaac Spotlight:
From his time in Star Wars to his caped role in Moon Knight- Oscar Isaac has been taking the fandom world by storm. Come hear the legend himself talk about his time on some of the most popular franchises and maybe even answer a fan question or two.
Empire Stage
12:15pm to 1:15pm: Fuuto PI Panel and Finale Screening (Toei):
Join Team Kamen Rider as we discuss Fuuto PI! After the panel be sure to stay for the special screening of finale before it airs in the US.
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12:15pm to 1:15pm: Vault Comics: The Next Five Years!:
As their five year anniversary comes to a close, Vault Comics is looking forward to what’s next! Join Vault’s co-founders (Nathan Gooden, Senior Artist, Adrian Wassel, Editor-In-Chief, and Damian Wassel Publisher) for a look ahead at new imprints, new series, and new talent announcements for 2023 and beyond! Plus there’ll be a few more surprises you’re not going to want to miss!
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12:15pm to 1:15pm: The Evolution of IDW Publishing:
IDW welcomes an impressive roster of today’s most talented creators—from industry heavy-hitters to amazing newcomers—to discuss the huge new initiatives driving this publisher forward! From IDW Original projects (like Scott Snyder’s Dark Spaces and Stephen Graham Jones’ Earthdivers) to beloved licensed icons (including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more), from film/TV adaptations to Artist’s Editions to Top Shelf Productions… you’ll learn about it all right here!
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12:30pm to 1:30pm: The “Drawsomest” Illustrators:
An Interactive Draw-Off for All Ages: They bring the pens, YOU bring the inspiration! Join Random House Graphic creators John Gallagher (Max Meow), Liz Montague (Maybe An Artist, A Graphic Memoir), Matthew Holm (The BIG Adventures of Babymouse), and Mark Siegel (5 Worlds) as they bring your ideas to life in this unmissable live draw-off. Moderated by Colleen AF Venable (Katie the Catsitter).
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12:30pm to 1:30pm: An Animation Journey with Cartoon Network and Adult Swim:
Cartoon Network and Adult Swim have dominated the animation space for decades, creating millions of fans along the way. Sit down with legendary creator Genndy Tartakovsky, who grew his career at Cartoon Network and expanded Adult Swim’s slate with his Emmy® Award-winning series “Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal” and upcoming launch of “Unicorn: Warriors Eternal.” Also joining the conversation is Michael Ouweleen, president of Adult Swim, Cartoon Network, and Boomerang, who helped define these animation powerhouses from the beginning. Together the two will discuss then, now, and next. What does it mean to ignite audiences, cultivate nostalgia, and innovate in an evolving animated landscape? Find out what’s in store for animation lovers of all ages as Cartoon Network reflects on the last three decades and Adult Swim continues to celebrate the surreal and defy expectations. Also, join us for the first U.S. premiere screening of “Unicorn: Warriors Eternal.”
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12:45pm to 1:45pm: CosFashion: Bring your Fandom to the Runway:
Cosplay meets The MET Gala! Cosplay meets Fashion Week. In this panel you’ll learn how to reinvent your favorite characters in various styles and eras of fashion. Let us help you bring a your own fun fashion flare to your cosplays and serve runway ready lewks at any Con.
Cosplay Central Stage
12:45pm to 1:45pm: Unraveling Mysteries with Karen M. McManus and E. Lockhart:
Join #1 New York Times bestselling thriller authors Karen M. McManus (One of Us Is Lying; Nothing More to Tell) and E. Lockhart (We Were Liars; Family of Liars) as they discuss the ins and outs of crafting the perfect whodunnit, from giving your audience psychological chills to mapping out an unpredictable murder mystery. Moderated by Kara Thomas (That Weekend).
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1:30pm to 2:30pm: L.A.V.A. Live!:
L.A.V.A. LIVE! is an improvised, audience participation variety show starring voice actors Ray Chase, Robbie Daymond, & Max Mittelman. Get ready for games, skits, music, comedy, & PRIZES in this uproarious romp through Anime & Pop Culture’s silly side!
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1:30pm to 2:30pm: Comic Book Legal Defense Fund: Defending Comics Today:
As challenges to graphics novels webcomics editorial cartoons and other forms of comic art surge to the highest level in decades the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund returns to share the latest developments – and what you can do to help protect comics in your community. Join Interim Director Jeff Trexler Digital Director Jordan Smith and special guests for a timely discussion of the past present and future of comics censorship.
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1:30pm to 2:30pm: Taking Off with Rocketship Entertainment!:
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1:30pm to 2:30pm: Accidental Czar: The Life and Lies of Vladimir Putin:
Join Andrew S. Weiss, one of America’s leading experts on Russia, and Brian “Box” Brown, Eisner Award–winning graphic novelist, as they discuss their forthcoming graphic novel biography chronicling Vladimir Putin’s improbable rise from middling KGB officer to all-powerful leader of Russia. Weiss and Brown will pull back the curtain on Putin’s larger-than-life persona and expose the man behind the façade as well as discuss the art of nonfiction comics, Putin’s blunders in Ukraine, and much more. The conversation will be moderated by NPR’s Tim Mak who recently returned from covering the war in Ukraine.
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1:45pm to 2:45pm: Remembering George Perez :
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1:45pm to 2:45pm: Diamond Select Toys & Gentle Giant Ltd.:
Diamond Select Toys’ Zach Oat (Marketing Supervisor) presents an advance look at DST and Gentle Giant Ltd.’s offerings for 2022-2023! Chuck Terceira (President) and other DST team members participate in a Q&A session! Get a sneak peek at items from Star Wars, Marvel, AEW, Power Rangers and more, and ask the team your burning questions! Plus, be entered to win sweet DST and GG LTD swag!
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1:45pm to 2:45pm: Diana Gabaldon Spotlight:
Calling all Outlander fans! Join series writer Diana Gabaldon for a can’t miss Q&A only at New York Comic Con. The author herself will take the stage to discuss creating the rich world of Outlander and answer questions about the blockbuster novels!
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2:00pm to 3:30pm: Nailed It: Project Cosplay!:
Project Cosplay is back again for its third year to bring you an hour of fun and creative competition! Think you have what it takes to cobble together a standout cosplay in a time crunch? Compete with your friends and family to create the cosplay of your dreams with unexpected items! But don’t worry, our judges (fashion industry designers and cosplayers) will be there to coach you and cheer you on! So gather your squad and come show off your skills and compete for amazing prizes. Trust us this will be the most fun you have at NYCC!
Cosplay Central Stage
2:00pm to 3:15pm: The Winchesters Pilot Screening and Q&A:
Before Sam and Dean, there were their parents, John and Mary. Told from the perspective of narrator Dean Winchester, the Supernatural prequel series is the epic, untold love story of how John Winchester and Mary Campbell met, fell in love, and started a demon-hunting family on their own. Join members of the cast and producers for a screening of the pilot, followed by a Q&A. The Winchesters is from executive producers Robbie Thompson (Supernatural, Cursed), Jensen Ackles (Supernatural, The Boys), Danneel Ackles (Supernatural), and David H. Goodman (Once Upon a Time, Fringe). The cast includes Meg Donnelly (American Housewife, Z-O-M-B-I-E-S), Drake Rodger (The In Between), Nida Khurshid (For the People), Jonathan “JoJo” Fleites, Demetria Kinney (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, Motherland: Fort Salem), Bianca Kajlich (Dawson’s Creek, Legacies) and Jensen Ackles (Supernatural, The Boys). Glen Winter (Arrow, Doom Patrol, Titans) directed the pilot, for which he also served as executive producer. The Winchesters premieres October 11, airing Tuesdays at 8/7c on The CW, and is produced by Chaos Machine Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Studios. Become a fan of The Winchesters on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheCWWinchesters/, and follow the show on Twitter @WinchestersOnCW and Instagram @thecwwinchesters.
Empire Stage
2:00pm to 2:45pm: SpongeBob Squarepants Presents The Tidal Zone:
Cartoon Network and Adult Swim have dominated the animation space for decades, creating millions of fans along the way. Sit down with legendary creator Genndy Tartakovsky, who grew his career at Cartoon Network and expanded Adult Swim’s slate with his Emmy® Award-winning series “Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal” and upcoming launch of “Unicorn: Warriors Eternal.” Also joining the conversation is Michael Ouweleen, president of Adult Swim, Cartoon Network, and Boomerang, who helped define these animation powerhouses from the beginning. Together the two will discuss then, now, and next. What does it mean to ignite audiences, cultivate nostalgia, and innovate in an evolving animated landscape? Find out what’s in store for animation lovers of all ages as Cartoon Network reflects on the last three decades and Adult Swim continues to celebrate the surreal and defy expectations. Also, join us for the first U.S. premiere screening of “Unicorn: Warriors Eternal.”
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3:00pm to 4:00pm: Kindred:
Octavia Butler fans rejoice!! FX is bringing “Kindred,” its newest drama series, to New York Comic-Con. Based on Hugo Award-winning author Octavia E. Butler’s wildly popular novel of the same name, “Kindred” is the very first adaption of a book by Ms. Butler to be produced for television or film. Join executive producer/writer Branden Jacobs-Jenkins with cast members Mallori Johnson, Micah Stock, Gayle Rankin, Austin Smith, Sophina Brown and Sheria Irving for a Q&A sharing how this visionary, fan-favorite story has been brought to life, and be among the first to see footage from the series ahead of its fall premiere exclusively on Hulu. “Kindred” centers on Dana, a young Black woman and aspiring writer who uproots her NYC life of familial obligation to claim a future in Los Angeles that, for once, feels all her own. But, before she can get settled into her new home, she finds herself being violently pulled back and forth in time to a 19th century plantation with which she and her family are surprisingly and intimately linked.
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3:00pm to 4:00pm: Building on the Bones: Retold and Reimagined:
“Authors draw inspiration from One Thousand and One Nights, Greek mythology including Persephone’s story, Chinese mythology, and tales of fate to create their original stories. Emily Calkins ( Books Content Manager at Likewise) explores fantastic speculative worlds with Chelsea Abdullah (The Stardust Thief), Maya Deane (Wrath Goddess Sing), Emily X.R. Pan (An Arrow to the Moon), Kalynn Bayron (This Wicked Fate), and Jennifer Marie Brissett (Destroyer of Light).”
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3:00pm to 4:00pm: NYCC Staff Q&A:
We hope that you had an awesome time at NYCC this year! The NYCC team will sit down with fans to hear your thoughts on the show and let you help build NYCC 2023!
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3:15pm to 4:15pm: Playbill Presents: Sesame Street The Musical Panel:
Now playing Off-Broadway, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Grover, Rosita, Bert, Ernie, Oscar the Grouch, The Count, Gabrielle, and a whole host of Sesame Street favorites have ventured onto the stage to appear in their very own musical– starring… well, themselves. Join us at NYCC as we discuss this all-new stage show featuring live puppetry and classic Sesame Street songs, plus new numbers by Broadway’s brightest songwriters! Participants and host will be announced shortly.
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3:15pm to 4:15pm: Joe Gatto + SuperheroIRL! The Superpowers of Comedy & Kindness:
You asked you got it! SuperheroIRL welcomes back NY’s favorite Joe Gatto spotlighting the superpowers of comedy and kindness — and how each of us can become heroes for ourselves and each other. Moderated by SuperheroIRL founder Chase Masterson (Star Trek: DS9 Doctor Who: Big Finish) — with more guests TBA. Join us!
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3:30pm to 5:00pm: HBO Max and DC’s Doom Patrol and Titans:
The fan-favorite DC series make their New York Comic Con debut, featuring a main stage conversation with the cast of DOOM PATROL, followed by a conversation with TITANS executive producer and cast. In the upcoming fourth season of DOOM PATROL, the team unexpectedly travels to the future to find an unwelcome surprise. Faced with their imminent demise, the Doom Patrol must decide once and for all which is more important: their own happiness or the fate of the world? Join series stars Brendan Fraser, Diane Guerrero, April Bowlby, Joivan Wade, and Michelle Gomez for an exclusive discussion and first look of the upcoming season. The panel will be moderated by Andy Swift (TVLine). TITANS, debuting its fourth season this November on HBO Max, finds the team having saved Gotham, and hitting the road to head back to San Francisco. But after a stop in Metropolis, they find themselves in the crosshairs of a supernatural cult with powers unlike anything they’ve faced before. Join showrunner and executive producer Greg Walker and series star Brenton Thwaites, and more to be announced cast for a preview of the upcoming season, including first looks, exclusive reveals, and more. The panel will be moderated by Damian Holbrook (TV Guide Magazine).
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3:45pm to 4:45pm: Sustainable Cosplay – Save Money & Our Planet! :
Can cosplay be eco-friendly? Learn about the environmental impact of cosplay and how to make it better for the planet AND your wallet. This panel will cover the environmental impact of cosplay including mass-produced and handmade costumes. Audience members will be encouraged to consider the financial and environmental effects of cosplay and learn ways to reduce their “cosplay footprint”. Cosplayers of all skill levels are welcome with relevant tips provided for beginners and professionals.
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3:45pm to 4:45pm: The Future is Not Unwritten:
It’s impossible to predict what the future holds…but these authors have a pretty good shot at it. Go on a journey from our present day to so many possible futures as envisioned by some of science fictions brightest stars. From secret kaiju-ridden islands to far-flung intergalactic societies Jennifer Marie Brissett (Destroyer of Light) John Scalzi (The Kaiju Preservation Society) Neon Yang (The Genesis of Misery) and Tochi Onyebuchi (Goliath) write stories about our futures that tell us about our present.
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4:00pm to 5:00pm: Let’s Get WEIRD:
Come join the all-star cast and director of WEIRD: The Al Yankovic Story. A Roku Original film streaming free on The Roku Channel this November 4th. MTV & Comedy Central’s Josh Horowitz will join Daniel Radcliffe, Evan Rachel Wood, and director Eric Appel onstage, and the legendary man himself, “Weird” Al Yankovic, will join virtually to take us behind-the-scenes in an exclusive panel about the filming of this outrageously epic biopic.
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4:30pm to 5:30pm: Black Nerds in Geekspace!:
Black nerds are finding community in cons online and in-person groups and everywhere in between. As more of us come out as nerds to our families and communities we find more and more of us connecting over cosplay music anime comics gaming and art! Come meet some of us and the communities we cultivate! Colaree founder of Beltline Cosplay a group that meets and promotes cosplay everywhere and anywhere! AfroCocoaPuffs rapper and cosplayer whose tiktoks have bumped millions! Hilton George founder and CEO of Blerdcon (the black nerd convention)!
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4:30pm to 5:30pm: Race, Gender, and the Comic Book Medium:
Women in Comics Collective International (WinC for short pronounced “wink”) is an artistic and informative initiative. It serves to highlight the merit and craftwork of marginalized voices especially that of Women and Queer Folx of color who work in the comics and multimedia industry. Race Gender & the Comic Book Medium is their ongoing panel discussion series that focuses on equity sustainability and justice when it comes to representation in the multimedia industry. In celebration of WinC’s 10 Year anniversary the panelists will discuss how the industry has evolved since the organization’s creation.
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