Champion Swimmer Ryan Lochte to Meet Fans at Wizard World Comic Con Richmond, September 10
BusinessWire - Fri Aug 26, 2:07PM CDT
World champion swimmer Ryan Lochte will make one of his first scheduled public appearances since returning from South America at Wizard World Comic Con Richmond on Saturday, September 10. Lochte will greet fans, sign a limited number of free autographs and pose for free "selfies" as well as paid professional photo ops from 11:30-4 p.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Legendary Rock Icon and KISS Frontman Gene Simmons Announces Special Appearance at Wizard World Comic Con Richmond, VA, September 10th
BusinessWire - Thu Aug 11, 5:02PM CDT
Wizard World, Inc., (WIZD) the preeminent producer of Wizard World Comic Cons across North America, is proud to announce that legendary KISS frontman, bassist and rock icon, Gene Simmons will appear at Wizard World Richmond on September 10. Simmons will meet fans, sign autographs, take photographs and participate in a Q&A discussion from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, held September 9 - 11.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Wizard World and the Michael J. Fox Foundation Partner to Host an eBay for Charity Auction with One-of-a-Kind Back to the Future(TM) 2-in-1 Pinball and Arcade Machine at Wizard World Chicago, August 18 - 21
BusinessWire - Tue Aug 09, 8:00AM CDT
Wizard World, Inc., (WIZD) the preeminent producer of Wizard World Comic Cons across North America, is partnering with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF) to auction off a custom-made and autographed Back to the Future(TM) 2-in-1 digital pinball and arcade machine, created by VPcabs. The machine will be donated by VPcabs and autographed by cast members Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd and Lea Thompson. VPcabs will be debuting the 2-in-1 digital pinball and arcade machine, along with its digital pinball machine (pictured above left), at Wizard World Chicago, August 18 - 21.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01), CMCSA: 65.28 (-0.38)
Star Wars' Carrie Fisher, the Cast of Back to the Future, Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Lea Thompson and the X-Files' Gillian Anderson to Attend Wizard World Comic Con Chicago August 20th-21st
BusinessWire - Tue Jun 21, 10:00AM CDT
Wizard World, Inc., (WIZD) the preeminent producer of Wizard World Comic Cons across North America, is proud to announce that Star Wars' Carrie Fisher will make her first Wizard World appearance ever in Chicago, where she will join the Back to the Future trio of Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Lea Thompson. Also, The X-Files' Gillian Anderson will join the previously announced David Duchovny, Mitch Pileggi & William B. Davis for a cast reunion, August 20-21!
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Wizard World and Crypt TV Launch Eight-City Horror Series
BusinessWire - Tue May 24, 8:00AM CDT
Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD), producer of the largest comic and pop culture convention events, and Crypt TV, the digital brand behind the most terrifying content on the web, have announced a new eight-city video showcase series that will treat Wizard World Comic Con attendees to some of the scariest video content available today.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
CONtv Contributes to Free Comic Book Day with Special Promotion: Fans Get Two Free Months of VIP Service and a Free Collectible T-shirt When They Subscribe
BusinessWire - Thu May 05, 12:42PM CDT
In celebration of Free Comic Book Day, CONtv has expanded its free trial period of VIP streaming service from 30 days to 60 days! In addition, fans will get a FREE collectible CONtv t-shirt previously only available at select Wizard World Comic Cons.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Newegg Announces Plans for Wizard World Minneapolis
BusinessWire - Thu May 05, 7:00AM CDT
Newegg - the leading tech-focused e-retailer in North America - today announced plans for this weekend's Wizard World (OTCBB:WIZD) comic con and gaming event in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The event - which runs May 6-8 at the Minneapolis Convention Center - attracts technology and pop culture enthusiasts, a core part of Newegg's customer base.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Wizard World, Inc. Appoints John D. Maatta President and Chief Executive Officer
BusinessWire - Tue Apr 26, 11:00AM CDT
Wizard World, Inc. today announced the appointment of John D. Maatta as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Wizard World is the leading producer in North America of events and comic conventions that celebrate the very best of pop culture, celebrity, movies, TV shows, gaming, technology and live music.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
The Cast of "Marvel's Daredevil" to Attend Wizard World Comic Con Chicago August 20th-21st
BusinessWire - Thu Apr 21, 9:00AM CDT
Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD), the preeminent producer of Comic Cons across North America, announced that the cast of Netflix's breakout hit series "Marvel's Daredevil" will be on the scene at Wizard World Chicago, August 18 -21, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Actors from the show scheduled to attend include Charlie Cox (Matt Murdock/Daredevil), Deborah Ann Woll (Karen Page), Elden Henson (Foggy Nelson), Jon Bernthal (Frank Castle/The Punisher), Elodie Yung (Elektra Natchios), and Rosario Dawson (Claire Temple). All of the cast members are scheduled to appear Saturday, August 20th - Sunday, August 21st, and will meet & greet fans, sign autographs, pose for professional photographs (Photo Ops), and conduct interactive Q&A panels.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Chris Hemsworth to Meet Up With the First Ever Wizard World Cruise on Dec 3rd in Nassau
BusinessWire - Tue Apr 19, 8:00AM CDT
Millions have been thrilled by his portrayal of the "God of Thunder" in the Thor and Avengers franchise blockbusters. Now, fans can meet Chris Hemsworth in person as Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD) and Rose Tours today announced the Dec. 3rd addition of the superstar to the celebrity roster aboard the first ever Wizard World Cruise. The cruise itself will be a pop-culture, comic con themed, three-night adventure on the Norwegian Sky, December 2-5, sailing from Miami, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
New Music Concert Series Presented By Wizard World Comic Con Debuts With Grimes In Philadelphia June 3rd At The Electric Factory
PR Newswire - Tue Apr 12, 12:48PM CDT
Wizard World, Inc., the predominant producer of Comic Cons across North America, which is set to provide Philadelphia comic con fans with unparalleled access to the hottest talent from Chris Evans (Captain America), Chris Hemsworth (Thor) and Tom Hiddleston (Thor) to Michael J. Fox (Back to the Future) and David Duchovny (The X-Files), announced today the launch of the first ever music concert series to accompany a comic convention festival. Presented by Wizard World, Inc., known for events that celebrate pop culture, movies, TV shows, gaming and technology, the music concert series will make its debut in Philadelphia on June 3, 2016 featuring headliner and award-winning singer, songwriter and producer, Grimes.
THE.TO: 15.29 (+0.02)
Frameless LLC Announces Kickstarter Campaign and Online Artist Alley - Launch Party Hosted at LA's Famous Meltdown Comics
PR Newswire - Tue Apr 12, 8:22AM CDT
After a buzz-worthy debut at Wizard World in Las Vegas, Frameless LLC is turning to the crowdfunding community as part of taking its innovative product to the next level. On Tuesday, April 19, the company will be renting out Meltdown Comics in Los Angeles to stage a live, streaming Kickstarter launch party from 7:30 am until 9 pm PST on ShopXSN.com. Frameless has also scheduled a full day of ad slots on KIIS FM, the city's most popular hit radio station.
Wizard World Cruise to Embark on Maiden Voyage December 2-5; Norman Reedus among Celebs, Artists, Cosplayers on Board
BusinessWire - Tue Apr 05, 7:00AM CDT
Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) and Rose Tours today announced its first Wizard World Cruise, a pop-culture, comic con themed, three-night journey on the Norwegian Sky, December 2-5, from Miami to Nassau, Bahamas. The event will feature celebrities including Norman Reedus as well as an Artist Alley with noted comics creators, cosplay contests, exhibitors, parties, video game tournaments and more.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Chris Hemsworth Powers Into Wizard World Cleveland, Saturday, February 27
BusinessWire - Tue Feb 09, 5:00AM CST
Millions of fans flocked to theaters to see him as the "God of Thunder" in the Thor and Avengers franchise blockbusters. Later this month, they can meet Chris Hemsworth in person as he headlines Wizard World Cleveland on Saturday, February 27, at the FirstMerit Convention Center of Cleveland. Hemsworth will sign autographs, pose for photo ops and conduct a Q&A panel, as announced today by Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD), a leading producer of comic con, gaming and pop culture events.
FMER: 21.61 (+0.37), CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
Capcom To Feature Street Fighter(R) V At Wizard World Gaming Throughout 2016 Event Tour, Beginning In Portland, February 19-21
BusinessWire - Tue Feb 02, 5:00AM CST
Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD) and Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced an agreement to feature the highly-anticipated Street Fighter(R) V fighting game at Wizard World Gaming events throughout 2016, beginning in Portland, Ore., from February 19-21 at the Oregon Convention Center.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
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Drobo and CONtv Partner to Bring Giveaways to Comic Con Fans
Marketwired - Thu Jan 07, 5:00AM CST
Drobo and CONtv announced today a partnership to give away Drobo 4 Bay devices to a few lucky fans. Drobo, the leader in safe, easy to use expandable data storage and CONtv, the world's first Comic Con streaming service, will be running the promotion throughout the first three months of the New Year, giving away five (5) Drobo 4 Bay devices via the CONtv Live Comic Con events from around the country. The first of five giveaways will be during CONtv Live Presents Wizard World Comic Con New Orleans on January 9th, 2016. One lucky winner will be selected at random via social media from each of the five live stream events.
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. Joins Wizard World, Inc. As The Official Anime Entertainment Partner For 2016 Comic Con, Gaming Tour
BusinessWire - Thu Jan 07, 5:00AM CST
Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announced an agreement by which the leading interactive entertainment publisher will become the Official Anime Entertainment Partner for the 2016 Wizard World Comic Con and Gaming Tours, bringing BANDAI NAMCO games to fans throughout the country. As part of this designation, BANDAI NAMCO will provide major live event experiential activations that will give event attendees the opportunity to experience some of its most anticipated video games, such as NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4, Dark Souls III and more.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)
The 'Future' is June 4, 2016: Five-Time Emmy Award Winner Michael J. Fox, 'Caroline in the City' Actress Lea Thompson to Appear at Wizard World Comic Con Philadelphia
BusinessWire - Tue Jan 05, 5:00AM CST
Hello, McFly! From the Back to the Future franchise to TV hits like "Family Ties" and "Spin City," Michael J. Fox has thrilled, touched and moved millions with his performances as well as his commitment to the campaign for increased Parkinson's disease research. And Lea Thompson, who portrayed Marty's mother in the trilogy in one of her most memorable roles, has appeared in more than 80 films and TV series. Now fans will have the chance to meet two of the most beloved stars of the past four decades as Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD) today announced that Fox and Thompson will attend Wizard World Comic Con Philadelphia on Saturday, June 4 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Thompson will also appear on Sunday, June 5.
CIDM: 1.74 (+0.01)