Something that comics insiders have been worrying about for a long time finally happened yesrterday on the opening day of Phoenix Comicon: An armed man was arrested carrying three handguns, a shotgun, ammo and other handheld weapons including a knife and wearing body armor. Based on his social media postings, his plan was to kill police […]
Phoenix Comicon decides to hire staff after all
After a few weeks of passionate arguments on all sides, and some legal squinting, Phoenix Comicon adn releated shows have decided to drop the “pay to volunteer” process in favor of hiring staff according to a letter sent out byt showrunner Matt Solberg. While this letter doesn’t state how many people would need to be hired […]
UPDATED: Phoenix Comicon draws 106,096 people…or 216,219, depending on how you’re counting.
Another weekend, another record setting comic con. In this case it was Conpalooza Weekend (June 3-5) which saw five major cons across the US alone. Phoenix Comicon, a fast rising “fourth biggest convention” may very well be the fourth biggest if these numbers are correct, as organizer Matt Solberg announced this year they had record […]
Alex de Campi donates book sales to spite “the Taxman”
The Phoenix Comicon looked like a blockbuster success. The attendance figures are predicted to hit over 80,000 passes sold, but there were some issues the fans wouldn’t have noticed. The Arizona Department of Revenue were on site making sure all the exhibitors had acquired a Phoenix Privilege (Sales) Tax License before the con opened it’s doors. The Phoenix […]
On the scene: Phoenix Comicon 2015
Phoenix Comicon took place on Thursday, May 28 through Sunday, May 31. Apparently, preview night and Sunday were the best days. Honestly, I felt like I was going to Emerald City or San Diego Comic-Con, but I can park near the venue. The parking fees raised, but they’re fairly reasonable considering the location. Downtown Phoenix […]