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Friday, April 1
 

1:30pm PDT

Behind the Music with CW3PR: Composing for Sci-Fi, Horror and Fantasy Film
Award-winning composers Jim Dooley (Pushing Daisies), Nathan Barr (True Blood), Scott Starrett (The Event), Marco Beltrami (V, Scream 4), Michael Suby (The Vampire Diaries) and Sean Callery (24) have all composed WonderCon and Comic-Con fans' favorite movies and TV series, and are here to share a behind-the-scenes perspective on creating exhilarating musical moments for television and film. Together with moderator Bryan Fuller (creator, Pushing Daisies; producer, Heroes), the panelists will discuss their respective projects, the pivotal director/composer relationship, and how they got their big break into the music composing industry. With a Q&A following the panel, plus exclusive announcements and giveaways for attendees.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3141
Friday April 1, 2011 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 104
  1: Programs, Games, Movies, Television

3:00pm PDT

Dark Horse Fall Preview
Three years ago, Dark Horse made comics history with the launch of Buffy Season 8, which continued the canon storyline of the beloved cancelled show. Now, Dark Horse gives Wonder Con attendees exclusive news and insight into your favorite characters returning to comics this fall. Join Dark Horse director of public relations Jeremy Atkins, editors Scott Allie and Sierra Hahn, and a cast of surprise guests for the one panel you don't wanna miss!
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3149
Friday April 1, 2011 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Comic Books, Horror and Suspense, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

3:15pm PDT

Falling Skies
After an all-out invasion of the planet by an alien military force, ordinary people must do extraordinary things to survive in TNT's powerful new drama series from DreamWorks Television and executive producer Steven Spielberg, starring Noah Wyle and premiering in June. Falling Skies opens in the chaotic aftermath of an alien attack that has left most of the world completely incapacitated. In the six months since the initial invasion, the few survivors have banded together outside major cities to begin the difficult task of fighting back. The series combines stunning visual effects and personal human stories about triumph and survival in the most devastating circumstances. The panel will include exclusive clips from the series and a discussion with co-executive producer and writer Mark Verheiden, writer Melinda Hsu, and star Drew Roy. Everyone attending the panel will receive a limited edition Falling Skies "prequel" comic book published by Dark Horse.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3151
Friday April 1, 2011 3:15pm - 4:00pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Comic Books, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

4:00pm PDT

Exclusive Nikita Screening by Warner Bros. Television
For the second year, Warner Bros. Television will kick off WonderCon with an exclusive preview screening of an upcoming original series episode. For 2011, WBTV will be premiering the "Covenants" episode of Nikita, which will be broadcast Thursday, April 7, at 9/8c on The CW. At the conclusion of the last episode, fans were left breathless at the final image of Michael confronting Nikita in her lair after discovering Alex as the mole inside Division. WonderCon attendees will be the first to find out what happens next. From Wonderland Sound and Vision in association with Warner Bros. Television, Nikita airs Thursdays 9/8c on The CW and stars Maggie Q (Mission: Impossible III), Lyndsy Fonseca (Kick-Ass), Shane West (ER), Aaron Stanford (X2: X-Men United), Ashton Holmes (The Pacific), Tiffany Hines (Beyond the Break), with Melinda Clarke (The O.C.) and Xander Berkeley (24). Craig Silverstein (Bones), David Levinson (21 Jump Street), Danny Cannon (the CSI series), McG (Supernatural), and Peter Johnson (Human Target) are the executive producers.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3156
Friday April 1, 2011 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Television

5:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Robert Kirkman
UPDATED: Thu, Mar 24, 12:34PM
WonderCon special guest Robert Kirkman, one of the most successful writers in comics today, best known for his work on The Walking Dead, Invincible, Haunt, Image United, Astounding Wolf-Man, Marvel Zombies, the recent Super Dinosaur, and the upcoming The Infinite, will offer fans some insight into the genius behind their favorite hit comics. After becoming an Image Comics partner in 2009, introducing the internationally renowned hit TV show based on the comic The Walking Dead on AMC, and recently announcing an upcoming video game adaptation of the same series from TellTale Games, he has proven to be an unstoppable creative force.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3163
Friday April 1, 2011 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Comic Books, Horror and Suspense, Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Television |   U: Updated, Comic Books, Horror and Suspense, Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Television

6:00pm PDT

State of the Genre Report: It Was The Best of Times, It Was the Worst Of Times
America's foremost geeksperts weigh in on the state of science fiction, fantasy and horror film and television. Will J.J. Abrams have a Khan-do attitude on the next Trek? 3D: fad or forever? What's the next board game that will get remade as a $100 million flop? These questions and many more will be sliced, diced, and Ginsu-ed (hey, that could be a new film!). Starring Robert Meyer Burnett (Free Enterprise, The Hills Run Red), Ashley E. Miller (Thor, X-Men: First Class, Fringe), Daren Dochterman (Star Trek: The Motion Picture -- Director's Edition), Steve Melching (Transformers: The Animated Series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars), and special guest stars.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3170
Friday April 1, 2011 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

6:30pm PDT

Back to Space-Con: The Story of the 1970s Sci-Fi Conventions
This panel discussion is a fascinating look back to the roots of today's modern conventions and is followed by the 74-minute documentary film about the 1970s conventions called Space-Con. Told by the original organizers and fans, the film includes celebrity interviews by Bob Wilkins, dealers-room footage, costume contests, and over 40 minutes of rare convention footage. A short Q&A session follows the movie with panelists John Stanley (Creature Features), Mr. Lobo (Cinema Insomnia), Tom Wyrsch (writer/director), Strephon Taylor (producer/editor), and Ernie Fosselius (Hardware Wars).
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3173
Friday April 1, 2011 6:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Room 104
  1: Programs, Fandom, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television
 
Saturday, April 2
 

11:00am PDT

Exploring the World of Cartoon Network's Adventure Time: What Time Is It?
Adventure Time creator Pendleton Ward and Curtis Lelash, director of original series at Cartoon Network, give fans a behind the scenes look at the network's hit show and an exclusive preview of upcoming episodes. Fans can ask questions about the show and participate in a trivia challenge to win Adventure Time prizes!
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3180
Saturday April 2, 2011 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 104
  1: Programs, Animation, Television

11:00am PDT

Spotlight on Bill Sienkiewicz
WonderCon special guest Bill Sienkiewicz is best known for his work on Elektra: Assassin and his creator-owned title Stray Toasters. The artist talks about his work across all media, including comics, painting, television, and movies, in this spotlight panel.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3182
Saturday April 2, 2011 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 236
  1: Programs, Art & Illustration, Comic Books, Movies, Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Television

12:30pm PDT

Super
Rainn Wilson (The Office) and director James Gunn (Slither) come to San Francisco for a conversation about their highly anticipated new film Super. Learn about how a short-order cook can take justice into his own hands with little more than a wrench and a sign from above. Don't steal, don't deal drugs, and don't miss your chance to get a unique first look at this singular dark comedy, opening this spring!
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3189
Saturday April 2, 2011 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Comic Books, Humor & Satire, Television

3:00pm PDT

Creator Rights
Let's face it: it's a dog-eat-dog world out there, especially when it comes to your rights as a creator. Here's your chance to share the knowledge of a formidable panel of creators, including Mike Friedrich, who set up the first agency for comics creators, Star*Reach; Marv Wolfman, whose career includes comics, animation, and the literary world; retailer and former WonderCon manager Joe Field, the creator of Free Comic Book Day and a co-founder of ComicsPro; and noted attorney Michael Lovitz, who literally wrote the book (The Trademark and Copyright Book comic book) on comics creator rights. Moderated by Mark Evanier, whose experience includes the business of comics, television, movies, and animation.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3208
Saturday April 2, 2011 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 236
  1: Programs, Animation, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comic Books, Games, Movies, Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Television

5:00pm PDT

Photoshop in Comics, Film, and TV
Adobe Photoshop® is the industry standard in digital imaging and is used by professionals worldwide for design, photography, video editing and more. View a quick demo,  and meet members of the Photoshop team: Chris Cox (Photoshop engineer and industry icon), Zorana Gee (Photoshop product manager), Daniel Presedo (Photoshop quality engineer and consultant for Trackingshot Films), Mike Shaw (Photoshop quality engineer), and Nikolai Svakhin (Photoshop engineer). Then prepare for a lively Q&A. We will be giving away a free copy of Photoshop Extended CS5.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3219
Saturday April 2, 2011 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 204/206
  1: Programs, Animation, Art & Illustration, Comic Books, Movies, Television

5:00pm PDT

The Clone Wars: Secrets Revealed
After exploring the depths of the Force, as well as unleashing the power of the dark side, the third season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars draws to a close with the return of a legend: the mighty Wookiee, Chewbacca. Join supervising director Dave Filoni, as well as special guest panelists from across the saga, for an inside look at this momentous season.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3218
Saturday April 2, 2011 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 104
  1: Programs, Animation, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

5:30pm PDT

Writing for TV Animation
Animation writers Matt Wayne (Superhero Squad), Nicole Dubuc (My Friends Tigger and Pooh), Steve Melching (Star Wars: Clone Wars), Aaron Ehasz (Avatar: The Last Airbender), Eugene Son (Ben 10: Ultimate Alien), and Andrew Robinson (Spectacular Spider-Man) offer a pulse-pounding, no-holds-barred (okay, there are two holds that are barred, but that's it) round table talk on the ins and outs of script-writing for animated series in today's television market. They'll disucss how to break in, how to stay in; the differences between genres; how it's the same as but different from live action; and more. Probably much more.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3223
Saturday April 2, 2011 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Animation, Television

6:00pm PDT

Special FX Make-Up
ADDED: Wed, Mar 30, 11:45PM
Ed Martinez, instructor of special FX make-up at The Academy of Cosmetic Arts in Los Gatos, CA, and director of special effects on films such as The Dead Pit, Black Devil Doll, and The Dead and the Damned, demonstrates new state-of-the art FX materials. Learn more about special effects make-up...you may even be chosen as a "victim," when Ed creates an extremely realistic 3-D silicone wound on a member of the audience.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3266
Saturday April 2, 2011 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 204/206
  1: Programs, Costuming, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Television |   N: New, Costuming, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Television

6:00pm PDT

[CANCELLED] Anthropology of Firefly
CANCELLED: Mon, Mar 28, 02:51PM
We regret to announce that this program has been cancelled.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3225
Saturday April 2, 2011 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 204/206
  1: Programs, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television |   X: Cancelled, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

6:30pm PDT

Femme Fatales Revealed
Get a first look at Femme Fatales, the new television series, inspired by the bestselling magazine. Coming to Cinemax this May, the show is a sexy new crime thriller in the tradition of Pulp Fiction and The Twilight Zone. Be the first to see exclusive footage from the hot new show. Meet the cast and creators, including Mark A. Altman (Castle), Steve Kriozere (NCIS), and some of the mysterious femme fatales who are featured in this seductive new anthology television series. There will be surprise guests and free giveaways.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3229
Saturday April 2, 2011 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Television

7:00pm PDT

Tribute to Dwayne McDuffie
Comics and animation writer Dwayne McDuffie passed away on February 21. He left an indelible mark on both the comics and animation industries. In comics, he co-founded Milestone Media and created one of its signature characters, Static, which he later adapted into a popular Kids' WB animated series, Static Shock. He also wrote Justice League of America and Fantastic Four, along with numerous other titles. In animation, in addition to Static Shock, he wrote for Justice League and Ben-10, and scripted two of WB Animation's DC Universe DVD movies, Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths and All-Star Superman, which was released the day after his death. Friends and co-workers Eddie Berganza (executive editor, DC Comics), Bruce Timm (WB Animation producer), Alan Burnett (animation writer), moderator Gary Miereanu (WB Animation PR), and others pay tribute to Dwayne in this panel.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3230
Saturday April 2, 2011 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 254/256
  1: Programs, Animation, Comic Books, Nighttime Programming, Television
 
Sunday, April 3
 

11:30am PDT

Doctor Who
UPDATED: Thu, Mar 24, 03:00PM
WonderCon presents the world's first look at the new season of BBC AMERICA's hit series Doctor Who, with guest writer Neil Gaiman (Coraline, The Sandman), actor Mark Sheppard (Supernatural, Battlestar Galactica) and director Toby Haynes (Doctor Who, Being Human), live on stage for a discussion and Q&A, lead by Chris Hardwick (Nerdist). Doctor Who is coming to America in a spectacular two-part season premiere on BBC AMERICA. Part one, "The Impossible Astronaut," premieres Saturday, April 23 at 9/8c. The mysterious time traveler, the Doctor (Matt Smith), and his companions Amy (Karen Gillan) and Rory (Arthur Darvill), find themselves on a secret summons that takes them on an adventure from the desert in Utah -- right to the Oval Office in 1969. The two-parter is penned by lead writer and executive producer Steven Moffat (Sherlock, Jekyll), with Mark Sheppard as guest star. The new season features an episode written by Neil Gaiman and Alex Kingston (ER, Flash Forward) returns as the irrepressible River Song. Last year, Doctor Who delivered record ratings for BBC AMERICA and was the #3 top selling TV series on the iTunes Store in the U.S.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3232
Sunday April 3, 2011 11:30am - 12:15pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television |   U: Updated, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

11:30am PDT

Kids' Star Wars Craft Class
Join author and editor Bonnie Burton (The Star Wars Craft Book, StarWars.com) for a fun craft activity on how to make quick and easy Star Wars puppets!
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3234
Sunday April 3, 2011 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 204/206
  1: Programs, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

12:00pm PDT

Marvel Television Presents: The Super Hero Squad Show and Iron Man Armored Adventures
Catch fan favorites The Super Hero Squad Show and Iron Man Armored Adventures as Marvel's head of television, Jeph Loeb, introduces an action-packed, full-length episode of each exciting series! Fire up those jet repulsors and hero up to witness your beloved Iron Man's high-octane adventures and The Super Hero Squad's hilarious exploits. Don't miss brand-new episodes of The Super Hero Squad Show on Cartoon Network, and tune in to Nicktoons for new episodes of Iron Man Armored Adventures premiering this summer!
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3238
Sunday April 3, 2011 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Animation, Comic Books, Television

12:15pm PDT

Stars of Terra Nova
Jason O'Mara (Life on Mars), Stephen Lang (Avatar), executive producer Brannon Braga (Star Trek), and executive producer/director Alex Graves (Fringe, The West Wing) bring fans a glimpse inside Terra Nova, the highly-anticipated epic adventure 85 million years in the making, which has a special 2-hour preview this May on FOX. Moderated by Entertainment Weekly's Jeff "Doc" Jensen, the cast and executive producers will discuss the initial 27-day shoot in Australia, bringing prehistoric Earth and its inhabitants to the small screen, creating the year 2149 on a dying planet, and the massive undertaking of bringing Terra Nova to life. Join Jason, Stephen, Brannon, and Alex for the panel discussion followed by an exclusive fan Q&A!
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3239
Sunday April 3, 2011 12:15pm - 1:00pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

1:00pm PDT

ThunderCats Special Video Presentation and Cast/Producer Q&A
ThunderCats Ho! The cats will be loose on Sunday as WonderCon hosts the first-ever panel for this all-new animated series produced by Warner Bros. Animation, coming soon to Cartoon Network. Based upon the iconic 1980s action classic, ThunderCats is the epic tale of Lion-O and his battle against evil in the quest for the fabled Stones of Power. Fans will feel the magic and hear the roar as producers and cast unveil their vision for the show, debut exclusive footage and answer questions about one of the most highly anticipated animated series of the year.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3244
Sunday April 3, 2011 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Animation, Television

1:00pm PDT

FOX's Breaking In
Christian Slater (True Romance), Odette Yustman (Cloverfield), Bret Harrison (V), Alphonso McAuley (Chocolate News), and executive producer Doug Robinson (Rules of Engagement) share a sneak peek and behind-the-scenes anecdotes about their upcoming series Breaking In, an offbeat half-hour workplace comedy about a high-tech security firm that takes extreme -- and often questionable -- measures to sell their protection services. Created by Adam F. Goldberg (Fanboys) and Seth Gordon (Community), the series centers on a team of uniquely skilled oddball geniuses handpicked to work for a manipulative mastermind.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3245
Sunday April 3, 2011 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 103
  1: Programs, Humor & Satire, Television

1:45pm PDT

Human Target Special Video Presentation and Cast/Producer Q&A
Human Target returns to WonderCon, with series stars Mark Valley (Fringe) and Janet Montgomery (Entourage) joining executive producer Matthew Miller (Chuck) for a look back at the recently concluded second season of this fan-favorite series. The Human Target team will deliver a special video presentation prepared exclusively for WonderCon, will talk about their vision for the future of Christopher Chance and his team, and will answer fan questions in a Q&A session moderated by Geoff Boucher of the Los Angeles Times. Based on DC Comics characters, Human Target is produced by Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Wonderland Sound and Vision, DC Comics and Warner Bros. Television.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3250
Sunday April 3, 2011 1:45pm - 2:30pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Comic Books, Television

2:30pm PDT

V Special Video Presentation and Cast/Producer Q&A
UPDATED: Thu, Mar 31, 08:39AM
The Visitors take San Francisco! Fresh off the jaw-dropping second season finale of V, series star Elizabeth Mitchell (Lost) and executive producer Scott Rosenbaum will be joined by guest star Marc Singer (The Beastmaster)--who also starred in the original 1980s version of V--and will tease what is to come in the epic battle for survival between the Visitors and the human race. V is produced by HDFilms in association with Warner Bros. Television.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3254
Sunday April 3, 2011 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Esplanade Ballroom
  1: Programs, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television |   U: Updated, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Television

3:00pm PDT

Geek Slant: Pop Culture from an Asian American Perspective
From Far East Movement to Wong Fu Productions, Asian performers are breaking barriers -- and challenging what it means to be an American star! Join us for a no-holds-barred discussion on APIs in American media, from comic books to Hollywood film. What is the state of Asian American pop, and what's in store for the future? Featuring National Book Award winner Gene Yang (American Born Chinese), comics podcaster Eugene Ahn (aka Adam Warrock, War Rocket Ajax), journalists Diana Nguyen and Jen Wang (Disgrasian), and indie filmmaker and producer Steve Nguyen (Channel APA). Moderated by Racebending.
http://www.comic-con.org/wc/wc_search_results.php?strShow=29&strRec=3258
Sunday April 3, 2011 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 104
  1: Programs, Comic Books, Movies, Television
 
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