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Past Celebrity Guests
*TALENT SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Cancellations: Ian Somerhalder, Neal McDonough and Henry Winkler
David Tennant
Friday - Saturday
Doctor WhoJessica Jones
David Tennant
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Saturday
Doctor WhoJessica Jones
Peter Capaldi
Friday - Saturday
Doctor Who
Peter Capaldi
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Saturday
Doctor Who
Pearl Mackie
Friday - Saturday
Doctor Who
Pearl Mackie
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Saturday
Doctor Who
Alex Kingston
Friday - Sunday
Doctor WhoER
Alex Kingston
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Doctor WhoER
Zachary Levi
Saturday - Sunday
Shazam!Thor: The Dark WorldThe Marvelous Mrs. MaiselChuck
Zachary Levi
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Shazam!Thor: The Dark WorldThe Marvelous Mrs. MaiselChuck
Danny Trejo
Saturday - Sunday
MacheteDeath Race: Inferno
Danny Trejo
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
MacheteDeath Race: Inferno
Jon Heder
Saturday - Sunday
Napoleon Dynamite
Jon Heder
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Napoleon Dynamite
Holly Marie Combs
Friday - Sunday
Charmed • Picket Fences • Pretty Little Liars
Holly Marie Combs
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Charmed • Picket Fences • Pretty Little Liars
Brian Krause
Saturday - Sunday
Charmed
Brian Krause
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Charmed
Charisma Carpenter
Friday - Saturday
Angel [Cordelia Chase] • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Charisma Carpenter
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Saturday
Angel [Cordelia Chase] • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Sam J. Jones
Friday - Sunday
Flash GordonThe SpiritThe HighwaymanSG-1 The Bounty Hunter
Sam J. Jones
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Flash GordonThe SpiritThe HighwaymanSG-1 The Bounty Hunter
Lou Ferrigno
Friday - Sunday
The Incredible Hulk • The King of Queens • Hercules
Lou Ferrigno
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
The Incredible Hulk • The King of Queens • Hercules
Jerry Mathers
Friday - Sunday
Leave it to Beaver
Jerry Mathers
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Leave it to Beaver
David Alpay
Friday - Sunday
Vampire DiariesThe Tudors
David Alpay
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Vampire DiariesThe Tudors
Kevin Sorbo
Friday - Sunday
Hercules: The Legendary JourneysAndromedaSupergirlKull
Kevin Sorbo
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Hercules: The Legendary JourneysAndromedaSupergirlKull
Thomas Ian Nicholas
Friday - Sunday
Rookie of the YearAmerican Pie
Thomas Ian Nicholas
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Rookie of the YearAmerican Pie
Ryan Cabrera
Friday - Saturday
Musician
Ryan Cabrera
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Saturday
Musician
Ian Sinclair
Friday - Sunday
Dragon Ball SuperSpace Dandy My Hero Acadamia
Ian Sinclair
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
Dragon Ball SuperSpace Dandy My Hero Acadamia
Mike McFarland
Friday - Sunday
Dragon Ball Attack on Titan
Mike McFarland
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
Dragon Ball Attack on Titan
Elizabeth Maxwell
Friday - Sunday
RWBYAttack on TitanFairy Tail
Elizabeth Maxwell
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
RWBYAttack on TitanFairy Tail
Patricia Summersett
Friday - Sunday
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Patricia Summersett
Celebrity Guests Gaming Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Jen Brown
Friday - Sunday
RWBYRed vs. Blue DCU Online
Jen Brown
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
RWBYRed vs. Blue DCU Online
Shannon McCormick
Friday - Sunday
RWBYCamp CampRed vs Blue
Shannon McCormick
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
RWBYCamp CampRed vs Blue
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Rob Liefeld
Friday & Saturday ONLY
CableDeadpoolX-Force
Scott Koblish
Friday - Sunday
Deadpool
Scott Koblish
Friday - Sunday
Steve Geiger
Saturday - Sunday
PunisherSpider-manHulk
Steve Geiger
Artists & Creators
Saturday - Sunday
Sam de la Rosa
Venom
Sam de la Rosa
Artists & Creators
Tom Cook
Friday - Sunday
Masters of the UniverseSmurfsAnimation VIP Package Available
Tom Cook
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Jason Meents
Friday - Sunday
Superhero TykesSpawnRed Sonja
Jason Meents
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Steve Pulawa
Friday - Sunday
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Steve Pulawa
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Clinton Hobart
Friday - Sunday
Disney Fine Art
Clinton Hobart
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Mostafa Moussa
Friday - Sunday
SupermanFantastic Four
Mostafa Moussa
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Michael Calero
Michael Calero
Artists & Creators
Josh C. Lyman
Art of Josh C. Lyman
Josh C. Lyman
Artists & Creators
Jason Oakes
Jason Oakes
Artists & Creators
AJ Moore
AJ Moore
Artists & Creators
VVednesdays
VVednesdays
Artists & Creators
Princess Morgan
Official Cosplay Guest
Princess Morgan
Cosplay
SilverLining & DevouringDark Cosplay
Official Cosplay Guest
SilverLining & DevouringDark Cosplay
Cosplay
Baroness Von T
Guest CosplayerFX Workshop Host
Baroness Von T
Cosplay
Tony Kim
Tony Kim
Entertainment
Genese Davis
Author / Panel Host / Moderator
Genese Davis
Artists & Creators Programming Highlights
Travis Langley
Professor of Psychology / Author / Panel Host
Travis Langley
Artists & Creators
Warren Spector
Warren Spector
Programming Highlights Voice Talent
James Ohlen
James Ohlen
Gaming Programming Highlights
Gordon Walton
Gordon Walton
Gaming Programming Highlights
Mary Morgan
Mary Morgan
Programming Highlights Voice Talent
Scott Murray
Podcaster / Panelist
Scott Murray
Artists & Creators
François le Foutre
François le Foutre
Artists & Creators
Andrew Herman
Andrew Herman
Artists & Creators
Tim Vigil
Friday - Sunday
Faust
Tim Vigil
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Cory Smith
Cory Smith
Tracy Lawson Books
Friday - Sunday
Tracy Lawson Books
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Jed Thomas
Friday - Sunday
Crypt TvThe Amity WarsBoom Studio
Jed Thomas
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Jim Ferguson
Friday - Sunday
Jim Ferguson
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Clinton Farley
WildFire Comics
Clinton Farley
Artists & Creators
Nate Michaels Art
Nate Michaels Art
Artists & Creators
ryansacrylicdesign
ryansacrylicdesign
Artists & Creators
Jonathon Zemek & Chris Rogers
Jonathon Zemek & Chris Rogers
Artists & Creators
Louis Emery
Author
Louis Emery
Artists & Creators
IDENTITY STUNT (Joe R. Khachadourian & J. Briscoe Allison)
IDENTITY STUNT (Joe R. Khachadourian & J. Briscoe Allison)
Artists & Creators
Joshua Robertson
Joshua Robertson
Artists & Creators
Lilian Oake
Lilian Oake
Artists & Creators
Greg Lawson
Greg Lawson
Horror Programming Highlights
Woodside Illustrations
Friday - Sunday
Illustrator
Woodside Illustrations
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Mama's Little Sugar Crochet
Mama's Little Sugar Crochet
Artists & Creators
Jay Gillespie - Dimension Comics
Jay Gillespie - Dimension Comics
Artists & Creators
Lani Sarem
Author / Moderator
Lani Sarem
Artists & Creators
Source Point Press
Friday - Sunday
Comic & Graphic Novel Publisher
Source Point Press
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Jose Vega
Friday - Sunday
Jose Vega
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
ChetArt
ChetArt
Artists & Creators
BANZAI RAYGUN Design Lab
Friday - Sunday
BANZAI RAYGUN Design Lab
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Sixth Element Studios
Friday - Sunday
Sixth Element Studios
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Henry Melton
Friday - Sunday
Henry Melton
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Lauren Briere
Friday - Sunday
Lauren Briere
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Troy Foryre
Friday - Sunday
Troy Foryre
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
James Morris Books
Friday - Sunday
Author / Musician
James Morris Books
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Fangirl Frames
Friday - Sunday
Fangirl Frames
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Chris Knight
Friday - Sunday
Chris Knight
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Allazar Universe
Friday - Sunday
Allazar Universe
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Hero Within
Hero Within
Retailers
PescEffects - The Art of Jerry Pesce
Friday - Sunday
PescEffects - The Art of Jerry Pesce
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
J. Cody Adams
Friday - Sunday
J. Cody Adams
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Kimo Mikala Sewing
Friday - Sunday
Kimo Mikala Sewing
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Kevin Garcia
Devri Walls
Devri Walls
Artists & Creators
Mama's Little Sugar Crochet
Mama's Little Sugar Crochet
Artists & Creators
Little Heroes - Will Terry
Little Heroes - Will Terry
Artists & Creators
Y Comics
Independent Comic Publisher
Y Comics
Alejandro Juvera
Friday - Sunday
Alejandro Juvera
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
The Artistic Dabbler
Friday - Sunday
The Artistic Dabbler
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Michael Kulick Artworks
Michael Kulick Artworks
Artists & Creators
J. Darris Mitchell
J. Darris Mitchell
Artists & Creators
Ben Kahn & Kathleen Kralowec
Friday - Sunday
Ben Kahn & Kathleen Kralowec
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Random Smash
Random Smash
Artists & Creators
Michael Moore
Friday - Sunday
Michael Moore
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Enchanted Enigma Crafts
Friday - Sunday
Enchanted Enigma Crafts
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Theresa Schlossberg Fine Art
Friday - Sunday
Theresa Schlossberg Fine Art
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
SeriesBlu
SeriesBlu
Artists & Creators
Monica L Knighton
Friday - Sunday
Monica L Knighton
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Tanya Davis Art
Tanya Davis Art
Artists & Creators
Brad Albright
Friday - Sunday
Brad Albright
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
The Art of Sir - Eddy Decker
Friday - Sunday
Artist & Illustrator
The Art of Sir - Eddy Decker
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Tracey Watkins
Tracey Watkins
Artists & Creators
David Borden
Friday - Sunday
David Borden
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
K M Tolan
Friday - Sunday
K M Tolan
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Kiri Østergaard Leonard
Friday - Sunday
Kiri Østergaard Leonard
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Jen Finelli
Friday - Sunday
Jen Finelli
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Rhela Art Designs
Rhela Art Designs
Artists & Creators
Ornamenture - Patti Bonham
Friday - Sunday
Ornamenture - Patti Bonham
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
RealBreakingNate
Friday - Sunday
Moderator / Panelist / Pokemon TCG Judge
RealBreakingNate
Programming Highlights
Friday - Sunday
Midwest eSports
Friday - Sunday
Midwest eSports
Gaming
Friday - Sunday
Fortnite Challenge!
Friday - Sunday
Fortnite Challenge!
Gaming
Friday - Sunday
Mirkywood Emporium
Friday - Sunday
Mirkywood Emporium
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
ATX Metal
ATX Metal
Artists & Creators
Dragon Ball Z Saiyan Pod Simulator
In Manga Library
Dragon Ball Z Saiyan Pod Simulator
Anime Fan Groups & Vehicles
'Jurassic Park' Jeep - JP12
Friday - Sunday
'Jurassic Park' Jeep - JP12
Fan Groups & Vehicles
Friday - Sunday
Great Scott Time Machine with Phil's Garage Illustration
Great Scott Time Machine with Phil's Garage Illustration
Fan Groups & Vehicles
Chicago Costume
Costumes & Masks
Chicago Costume
Retailers
Chocolate Moonshine Co.
Chocolate Moonshine Co.
Retailers
The Comic Shadow
The Comic Shadow
Retailers
Gadgets aNd Collectibles
Toys & Collectibles
Gadgets aNd Collectibles
Retailers
Gem City Books
Comics & Graphic NovelsDecals
Gem City Books
Retailers
Hollywood Joe's Memorabilia
Autographed Memorabilia
Hollywood Joe's Memorabilia
Retailers
Literary Alterations
Literary Alterations
Retailers
Player One Games
Toys & Collectibles
Player One Games
Retailers
www.SecretsofStones.net
Jewelry Designer
www.SecretsofStones.net
Retailers
Shield Labs
Friday - Sunday
Replica Shields and Props
Shield Labs
Cosplay
Friday - Sunday
Sparkle!
Sparkle!
Retailers
State Farm
State Farm
Retailers
TeeTurtle
TeeTurtle
Retailers
Toynk
Toys & Collectibles
Toynk
Retailers
Ultra Sabers
Ultra Sabers
Retailers
Michael McFarland
Friday - Sunday
Michael McFarland
Entertainment
Friday - Sunday
Jakku Temple - Saber Guild
Jakku Temple - Saber Guild
Fan Groups & Vehicles
Learn to play Pokemon!
Friday
Introduction to Resin Casting Workshop with Shield Labs
Sunday
Introduction to Resin Casting Workshop with Shield Labs
Cosplay Workshops
Sunday
Intro to Special FX makeup with Baroness Von T
Introduction to Sculpting with PropCustomz
Saturday
Introduction to Worbla Workshop with Princess Morgan
Saturday
Introduction to Worbla Workshop with Princess Morgan
Cosplay Workshops
Saturday
Wiz‐Art: Basics of Drawing with Josh Lyman
Saturday
Wiz‐Art: Basics of Drawing with Josh Lyman
Artists & Creators Workshops
Saturday
Wiz‐Art: Concept to Creation with Josh Lyman
Sunday
Wiz‐Art: Concept to Creation with Josh Lyman
Artists & Creators Workshops
Sunday
Wizard World Welcome Party
Friday 7:00 - 11:00PM
Wizard World Welcome Party
After Hours
Official Wizard World After Party at the Blind Pig Pub
Saturday
Official Wizard World After Party at the Blind Pig Pub
After Hours
Saturday
PDX Balloons
PDX Balloons
Entertainment Kids
The Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion
The Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion
Entertainment Kids
Cos-Spray
Cos-Spray
Entertainment
RightstufAnime.com
RightstufAnime.com
Anime
Cancellations: Ian Somerhalder, Neal McDonough and Henry Winkler
Programming
Friday, Sep. 21, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: Room 5
fan fiction in the mainstream
Fanfiction has changed over the years. What started out as an underground fandom of writers has become mainstream as fans have come of age and gotten the chance to bring their ideas to life in new ways. Join JoF TV hosts Cilla and Shannon Hagle as they discuss the history, present, and future of fanfiction.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20185:00 PM - 6:30 PM location: ROOM 4B
learn to play pokémon workshop
Calling all Pokémon fans! Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the official Pokémon Trading Card Game? I mean it’s only been around for 20 years! Like many people, you buy the cards because of your love for Pokémon but haven’t exactly mastered how to play the game with the correct rules. Well now you can learn how to play with the help of Pokémon YouTuber RealBreakingNate! Bring your own deck or learn play with one of our pre-made decks! Come learn to play as RealBreakingNate takes you through the game card. Breaking down what cards do and a step by step play through of the game. Not only will you get an introduction on how to play the game but every paid attendee will walk away with a Burning Shadows booster pack! This is a great opportunity to bond with your child and learn how to play the game together or to finally put all those cards to use after buying them for years on end!
*All children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult! Unpaid adults won't receive a booster pack.
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Friday, Sep. 21, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: Room 6
nerdprov
Laugh your Asgard off with improvisers from Austin’s own ComedySportz Austin , as they make up scenes on the spot, Whose Line Is It Anyway style, all while using your nerdiest suggestions and featuring cosplay volunteers from the audience.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: Creative Stage
make up 101 with baroness von t
Join the fun!
Friday, Sep. 21, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Room 5
publish your nerdy writing: how to write and critique in a time of tweets and trolling
Trouble finding a book publisher? How about a literary agent? Should you start a blog? How does anyone get constructive feedback on their work when all anyone does online is scream typos at each other? Join author & enthusiastic critique group member Alex Langley (Make a Nerdy Living; The Geek Handbook) as he talks about how to get your words published and how to critique yourself and others like a true keyboard master.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20186:15 PM - 7:00 PM location: Room 9
savior of the universe: a conversation with sam jones
Join the Conversation!
Friday, Sep. 21, 20186:30 PM - 7:00 PM location: CREATIVE STAGE
wiz-art preview with josh lyman
Join Josh for a demonstration of all the techniques and skills you will learn during his Wiz-Art workshops.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: ROOM 6
cosplay 101
Want to begin cosplaying but don’t know how to get started? Join Wizard World Cosplay Guests in a discussion that will provide you with a guideline on crafting supplies, wigs, contacts, makeup, etc! Bring your questions for this Q&A and get some answers!
Friday, Sep. 21, 20187:00 PM - 7:45 PM location: ROOM 5
sex, love, and superheroes
Would a superhero’s love life be like that of a real world soldier, firefighter, undercover detective, or rock star? Frankly, who wants to date a superhero? They show up late for dates, they run out on you at random times just to go save the world, and they bring danger into your life simply by knowing you. Dr. Travis Langley (Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight; Wonder Woman Psychology: Lassoing the Truth) explores superheroes’ relationships, the human and superhuman nature of sex and love in capes and tights.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20187:00 PM - 7:45 PM location: Room 8
writing, creating & forging today’s female hero
What have creators fought for in the past for their women title characters and what key ingredients do creators pour into their female leads today? Hear from Genese Davis (Omensight; The Holder's Dominion), Devri Walls (Venators), Joshua Robertson (The Kaelandur Series), and Alex Langley (Kill the Freshman) as they share their creation process for women heroes, what they think about when creating a female lead or collaborating on women superheroes, and what they foresee happening to female stereotypes in the future.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20187:00 PM - 11:00 PM location: Austin Toy Museum
wizard world welcome party
Join Wizard World for the Official Welcome Party hosted by Hops & Heroes Comics and the Austin Toy Museum! The fun starts at 7pm with Drink N Draw, Raffles and Karaoke starting at 9pm. Free admission for all Wizard World Attendees and one free drink coupon for all Wizard World VIP pass holders of legal drinking age with food provided by Mission Dogs and beer provided by 4th Tap Brewing!
Address: 314 1/2 Congress Avenue Austin, Texas 78701
Friday, Sep. 21, 20187:15 PM - 8:00 PM location: ROOM 9
one on one with a companion: a conversation with pearl mackie
Join the CONversation with Doctor Who's, PEARL MACKIE.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20187:30 PM - 8:15 PM location: Creative Stage
drawing disney with clinton hobart
Learn to draw and paint with Disney fine artist Clinton Hobart!
Friday, Sep. 21, 20187:30 PM - 8:30 PM location: ROOM 6
marvel vs dc: the great debate
Which company has better heroes, villains, cartoons, movies, storylines, etc? Join comic industry pro’s, cosplayers and professional nerds as they discuss all aspects of this age old rivalry and with the help of the crowd declare a winner.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20188:00 PM - 8:45 PM location: ROOM 7
cosplay vip meet & greet
Wizard World Cosplay VIP’s here is your chance to meet, hang out and ask your questions to the Wizard World Cosplay Guests in a friendly setting!
Friday, Sep. 21, 20188:00 PM - 8:45 PM location: ROOM 5
paranormal pop culture
Host Greg Lawson, The Paranormal Detective along with special guests special effects artist Meredith Johns (Owner of Hawgfly Studios), Award winning author / director Stephen Belyeu (The Night Owl Podcast), and SciFi and horror researcher Sean Freddie (Epic Tales Podcast) discuss how the paranormal influences comics and pop culture.
Friday, Sep. 21, 20189:00 PM - 10:00 PM location: Room 7
cards against humanity with david alpay (additional ticket required)
Everything’s bigger in Texas. The hair. The hats. The pizza! And now for the first time ever, the David Alpay extra large festival of inappropriateness arrives for an extra extra large helping of awkward fun at WIZARD WORLD AUSTIN. Eat greasy food! Hear naughty words! It’s Cards Against Humanity hosted by David Alpay (Vampire Diaries, The Tudors, The Borgias, Call of Duty WW2).
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201810:00 AM - 10:45 AM location: BALLROOM A
the doctor to killgrave and beyond: a conversation with david tennant
Join the CONversation with thee one and only DAVID TENNANT!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201811:00 AM - 11:45 AM location: Creative Stage
drawing the marvel way with steve geiger
Learn to draw your favorite Marvel hero!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM location: ROOM 4A
introduction to sculpting workshop with propcustomz
Learn how to sculpt and model your own clay creatures and original creations with Expert Sculptor & Prop builder Calen Hoffman of Propcustomz. Propcustomz will provide everything attendees need to make their our custom clay creation! Several physical pre-made examples will be shown along with attendees receiving one on one instructions throughout the course of the workshop! Come for the fun and leave with your own creation!
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: Room 5
when worlds collide: social issues & growing pains within the nerd community
The massive growth of the nerd world over the years has been accompanied by an equally massive growth in conflicts. Presented is a discussion on the myriad social issues that have come to pervade our community, their possible root causes and how possibly best to deal with them
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: Room 6
pokemon game show
Calling all Pokémon fans! Join SuperKayce and RealBreakingNate as audience members battle it out in this epic game show event! You might just have to answer a simple trivia question OR you could get stuck with a Pokémon dare challenge! Either way there will be tons of fun and even more laughs! So come test your Poke skills and win some prizes along the way!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Creative Stage
how to be a pro inker with mostafa moussa
Join the Conversation!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Room 9
breaking into film and game production
Interested in learning what it takes to land a job in film/game production? Join professional animator, Thomas Estrada as he shares his inspiring story and offers practical advice for those looking to break in! Learn about the different types of jobs available, the various challenges that await and how your skills can cross industries to arm you with greater opportunities. Thomas will discuss the reality of working in animation and offer insight into how studios differ to one another. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather valuable advice on how to break into your future career.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201812:15 PM - 1:00 PM location: BALLROOM A
the doctor is in: a conversation with peter capaldi
Join the CONversation with Doctor Who's, PETER CAPALDI!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: ROOM 6
cosplay is for everyone
Let’s talk openly about overcoming anxiety, bullying, and building a positive self-image. We will share our own journeys and challenges, as well as lead discussion on how cosplay and the community can help us develop stronger self-confidence.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room 5
black heroes and diversity: beyond the mask and under the cape
Ralph Ellison once said, “When I discover who I am I'll be free.” Identity is crucial in both the development of marginalized populations as well as superheroes. How does one want to be a superhero when a hero can’t be themselves? How does one want to be another when that denies themselves? This panel will explore race, gender, and otherness in comics. The panelists will discuss beyond the mask and the cape looking at Black nerd culture and marginalized heroes. To be super is to be EXCEPTIONAL, and to be Black is to be anything and everything EXCEPT Black. However, if being Black is also invisible as Ralph Ellison writes, then we could ultimately be the greatest heroes ever.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room 8
fiction podcasts and voice acting: transmedia galore!
Transmedia is influencing not only entertainment at large intertwining film, video games, and the literary industry, but also reinventing ordinary podcasts with fantastic storytelling and extraordinary voice acting talent! How do writers, producers, creators, and voice actors expand and revolutionize storytelling and combine multi-media-platforms? And how will this synergy impact these industries in the future? Join Genese Davis (Omensight; The Holder's Dominion), Mary Morgan (Voice Actress and Vocalist) and Scott Murray (The Crimson Files) as they divulge their perspectives and discuss these colliding and evolving genres.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: ROOM 9
trailer park
Wizard World will be screening some of the newest and most anticipated trailers from upcoming movies/tv series and discussing them with you the fans! Join SuperKayceCosplay & RealBreakingNate to discuss our initial thoughts and fears for each trailer, and maybe learn a thing or two about the latest and greatest news regarding newly announced film and tv projects.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: CREATIVE STAGE
tools of the trade: building fan made ghostbusters equipment
Come see how to make your very own Ghostbusters equipment.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: ROOM 5
page to production: a conversation with rob liefeld
Join the CONversation with the creator of DEADPOOL, ROB LIEFELD!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: ROOM 6
red vs blue: it’s time to get clean at the carwash
Join Jen Brown (Agent Carolina) and Shannon McCormick (Agent Washington) for a discussion on all things Red Vs Blue!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20181:30 PM - 3:30 PM location: ROOM 4A
introduction to worbla workshop
Would you like to create armor, props, accessories, and so much more? Not sure where to start? Join cosplay artist Princess Morgan for a hands on Worbla workshop. Worbla is a thermoplastic popular among cosplayers for a wide array of crafting purposes. Attendees will be provided with the proper tools and materials to create a piece of Worbla armor. Princess Morgan will help walk you through the steps of molding and shaping your armor that you get to keep and a sample piece to take home!
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: BALLROOM A
women of pop culture
Join Holly Marie Combs (Charmed) and Charisma Carpenter (Buffy), as they share stories and answer your questions about being a woman in the male dominated industry that is Pop Culture.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: ROOM 9
disney trivia against the disney brothers
Calling all Disney fans! Join us as audience members battle it out against the stars of ‘Walt Before Mickey’, Jon Heder and Thomas Ian Nicholas, in this epic trivia event! Questions could cover anything….Disney Movies, Parks, and even Walt Disney himself! There will be tons of fun and even more laughs! So come test your skills and win some prizes along the way! Hosted by Lani Sarem
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: Creative Stage
painting & weathering eva foam demo
A hands on demo on how to quickly and cheaply get a metallic finish on EVA foam
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20182:30 PM - 3:15 PM location: ROOM 5
"saturday morning to the future, the history of animation" with legendary animator and director tom cook
Join Tom Cook for a trip through animation history starting with Saturday morning cartoons all the way to what’s on television right now.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: ROOM 9
cbs austin "magnum p.i." premiere screening and free stuff!
Be treated to an exclusive look at the unseen premiere episode of the new CBS hit “Magnum P.I.”
In addition, we have CBS merchandise to give away. Cool show, trivia contest and free stuff!
Don’t miss the fun.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: BALLROOM A
more than a smolder: a conversation with zachary levi
Join the CONversation with Chuck himself, ZACHARY LEVI!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: Creative Stage
cosplay patterning tips & techniques
Join Silver Lining & Devouring Dark for this cosplay demo!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: Room 8
video game design
How do video games come to be? Genese Davis (Omensight; The Holder's Dominion), Warren Spector (Otherside Entertainment; System Shock 3),James Ohlen (Founder, Arcanum Worlds) and Gordon Walton (ArtCraft Entertainment; Crowfall) will divulge a sneak peak into video game design. Whether you are interested in video game development for fun or for a potential career, this discussion offers an in-depth look at the opportunities and day-to-day experiences emerging within and around video game studios.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20183:30 PM - 4:15 PM location: ROOM 5
supervillain psychology: killlonger! thanos! the joker! menaces galore!
Every great superhero faces a rogues gallery full of colorful supervillains. What makes a great supervillain? How evil do they have to be? Do they resemble real criminals in any way? Are they truly insane or just having fun? Dr. Travis Langley (Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight; Captain America vs. Iron Man) assembles Wizard World's mightiest minds to explore what a supervillain really is, how could any person become one, and whether any of them happen to right.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20183:30 PM - 4:15 PM location: ROOM 6
the voices in your head: dragonball edition
Mike McFarland (Master Roshi) and Ian Sinclair (Whis) join forces to talk all things Dragon Ball as well as answer all your questions regarding their amazing careers!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: ROOM 9
machete rules! a conversation with danny trejo
Join the CONversation with DANNY TREJO!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: Creative Stage
drawing disney with clinton hobart
Drawing Disney with fine artist Clinton Hobart
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20184:00 PM - 5:00 PM location: ROOM 4B
wiz-art: basics of drawing with josh lyman (additional ticket required)
Whether you have never drawn before, only drawn digitally, or are just looking to brush up on some techniques, this workshop has got you covered! You’ll learn about drawing exercises, use of a fine tip brush pen as well as choosing the right tools, as well as taking a piece of art from sketch to inks! Come and Explore the World of WizArt and take home your finished art piece and tools!”
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20184:00 PM - 6:00 PM location: ROOM 4A
intro to special fx makeup workshop (additional ticket required)
Do you love horror and gore? Have you ever wanted to learn ways to gross out your family and friends? Do you have a passion for the macabre or want to be the very best every Halloween? Come learn the basics of wound creation and special effects makeup with Baroness Von T Cosplay.
This live demonstration will walk you through the basics of using a bruise wheel, liquid latex and some alternatives for those that may be allergic. You'll also learn different ways to apply a number of products for different effects. To wrap everything up you will also be learning safety and sanitation as well to keep you safe while you're looking gross!!
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20184:30 PM - 5:15 PM location: ROOM 5
words create worlds: lessons from a storyteller
If you have ever thought “I want to write a book” or wonder if your story can be told in song but don’t know where to begin or how to continue, this is perfect for you! Aspiring and current writers will want to take part in this interactive workshop to ask questions and learn about what it takes to write a book and be a published author or songwriter! Come and learn about the writing process from author, singer/songwriter, and advocate James Morris (Sky Bound, Water Tower, Surface) as he shares the challenges and excitement that comes with creating new worlds. This workshop will discuss the art of storytelling and share valuable tips, tricks, and organizational skills to help get you started and keep going. Be sure to bring your questions. This workshop is perfect for writers and aspiring writers of all ages.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20184:30 PM - 5:15 PM location: ROOM 6
marvel infinity war challenge
The countdown has begun and half of mankind stands in the balance. Join professional nerds as they compare and contrast all the Marvel films leading up to Avengers: Infinity War. In this comical debate, panelists will pit various films together to come up with the ultimate winner. With a ton of interaction with the audience, this is a must for any MCU fan. Hosted by Tony Kim (Crazy4Comiccon.com, HeroWithin)
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: ROOM 9
hangin' with hercules: a conversation with kevin sorbo
Join the CONversation with KEVIN SORBO!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: Creative Stage
how to draw deadpool with scott koblish
Because Deadpool!!!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: Room 8
today and tomorrow’s sci-fi, fantasy, and thriller storytelling
What does it take to create stories and worlds in the science fiction, fantasy, or thriller genres and what do we hope to see in the future for these genres as well? Join Genese Davis (Omensight; The Holder's Dominion), Lilian Oake (The Dragon Cager) and Devri Walls (Venators) as they unlock their writing process and experiences as creatives. These writers will divulge not only how they approach writing and developing captivating stories, but also how they build new worlds and conquer writer's block in order to complete their next sci-fi saga, epic fantasy, or heart-pounding thriller!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: ROOM 6
comedic superhero science with joy lin
Join the author of popular animated series "If superpowers were real" on TED.com to discuss the real life implications and scientific issues of having superpowers. For instance: the Invisible Woman would be blind because light is shining straight through her instead of reflecting off of her eyes, and Ant Man cannot effectively throw a punch because his arm is too thin and short, so being punched by him would be like being poked by a tattoo needle.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: Room 5
plus ultra! my hero academia trivia
Hosted by All Might and Froppy, Wizard World cosplayers Devouring Dark and Silver Lining Cosplay!
Join them for laughs, fun and to decide who is the best UA student!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20186:00 PM - 6:30 PM location: Room 7
anime vip mixer
Here is your chance to meet and mingle with some of your favorite voice actors from RWBY, Dragon Ball, The Legend of Zelda, Red vs Blue and many more! This VIP event is open to all Anime and Dragon Ball Super Gold VIP passholders. (Disclaimer this is not an autograph session)
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Creative Stage
drawing tiny tykes with jason meents
Learn to draw the Tiny Tykes style!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: Room 9
rpg live!
Join comedians and tried-and-true geeks as they play a live role playing game. These Wizards of the ATX will embark on an epic quest built entirely from audience suggestions, and YOU cheering along with every Critical Hit!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20186:00 PM - 7:00 PM location: Room 8
basic introduction to weapons with the historical weapons guild
Learn swordplay techniques and safety practices along with a live action demonstration!
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: ROOM 5
so bad they’re great: plan 9 from outer space! birdemic! death bed! samurai cop! troll 2! the room! and more
Why are some terrible movies so much fun to watch? How guilty should we feel about our guilty pleasures when we find ourselves enjoying ridiculous dialogue, illogical plots, stiff acting, idiotic direction, and cheesy visual effects? Join Alex Langley (Make a Nerdy Living; The Geek Handbook), Katrina Hill (Action Movie Freak; 100 Greatest Graphic Novels),Victor Dandridge (Vantage:Inhouse Productions), Eric Bailey (Henderson State University), and Dr. Travis Langley (Supernatural Psychology: Roads Less Traveled) for a panel discussion of the love of movies produced by “stupid, stupid minds” and why we can all play Mystery Science Theater 3000 with friends at home.
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: ROOM 6
famous hauntings with the paranormal detective
Greg Lawson will present and talk on famous haunted places and his experiences there along with answering all your questions
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20187:00 PM - 8:00 PM location: Room 10A
cards against humanity with davis alpay (additional ticket required)
Everything’s bigger in Texas. The hair. The hats. The pizza! And now for the first time ever, the David Alpay extra large festival of inappropriateness arrives for an extra extra large helping of awkward fun at WIZARD WORLD AUSTIN. Eat greasy food! Hear naughty words! It’s Cards Against Humanity hosted by David Alpay (Vampire Diaries, The Tudors, The Borgias, Call of Duty WW2).
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20187:30 PM - 8:15 PM location: ROOM 6
francois le foutre's raunchy romp with the raging queen (+18 only)
It's the gay pirate romance adventure you’ve always secretly (or openly) wanted! Join the most fearsome fruit in all of France as he shares the sauciest exploits from his banned books, There's Seamen on the Poop-Deck! and the rest of the six-part series The Seamen Sexology. Guaranteed to offend even the sturdiest of sailors: it's the tantalizing tail everyone's talking about! (And the tale's not bad, either).
Saturday, Sep. 22, 20187:30 PM - 9:00 PM location: BALLROOM A
wizard world costume contest
Hosted by our very own superhero RealBreakingNate , the Wizard World Comic Con Costume Contest is no joke. The best of the best will be dressed to impress in their superhero & pop culture finest, so be prepared for some serious cosplay. Grab your buddies and suit up to take a chance at bringing home the gold! Categories include Best in Show, Best Hero, Best Villain, Best Group and Best Anime (Prize Package Sponsored by RightStufAnime.com)! Anyone interested in participating can sign-up at the SHIELD LABS Booth inside the exhibition floor on Saturday. Registration closes at 5PM! We’ll see you there! (Recommended for ages 13+)
Saturday, Sep. 22, 201810:00 PM - 2:00 AM location: The Blind Pig Pub
wizard world after party
Just because the show floor is closed doesn’t mean the party skips a beat! Don’t miss the hottest event of the Wizard World weekend! Join us for a night full of Dancing, Music, and Drink specials, at the Blind Pig Pub, 317 E. 6th st. Austin TX !!!
Age Requirement: 21+ Free with Wizard World Wristband
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201811:00 AM - 11:45 AM location: ROOM 9
a conversation with jerry mathers
Join television icon JERRY MATHERS (Leave it to Beaver) for an indepth look at the world of classic television and growing up an actor.
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201811:00 AM - 11:45 AM location: Creative Stage
drawing the marvel way with steve geiger
Learn to draw your favorite marvel characters
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM location: ROOM 4A
introduction to resin casting
A step by step introductory to making silicone molds and solid urethane resin cast, along with hands on resin casting with professional Maker & Prop builder Casey McBroom of “Shield Labs". This workshop will involve a walk through on making various types of Silicone molds. An in depth Q&A on the process along with pre-made examples and resource guides. Attendees will also make and take home their very own Resin Castings from molds provided at the Workshop!
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: ROOM 5
writing to get read
If you want people to read your work, it’s got to grab people’s attention in a couple of words. Unlock the keys to a great story with memorable characters, impossible obstacles, and a hook that makes people want to pick it up and never put it down.
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: ROOM 6
women of voice acting
Women play a huge roll in the world of voice acting not only Anime but many other genres as well, join Elizabeth Maxwell (Attack on Titan, My Hero Acadamia, RWBY), Jen Brown (RWBY, DC Universe), and Patricia Summersett (Legend of Zelda: The Breath of the Wild) for an in depth discussion on all things voice acting!
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: CREATIVE STAGE
cosplay on a budget
Join the cosplay conversation
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201812:00 PM - 12:45 PM location: Room 9
the nerd off
Just because we are all nerds doesn’t mean we are all on the same side or know what the heck we are talking about when it comes to a fandom. During this panel hosted by YouTuber RealBreakingNate two audience members at a time will debate on which is better and why. For example a single round debate could be who would win in a battle Batman vs. Iron Man or which franchise is better Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter? Has this description already started an argument? Then this is your type of panel. Oh and did I mention…..PRIZES!
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201812:00 PM - 1:00 PM location: ROOM 4B
wiz-art: concept to creation with josh lyman
From dragons to robots, from heroes to villains, and even creatures of unusual sizes, character design is always fun! Come join us to learn the core principles of concept art and character designing, and let your imagination flow. Get tips on creating characters for various medias, and how to create a character that is iconic! You, as a group will decide the topic, and from there we will create our own wonders!Take home your finished art piece as well as a small kit!
ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: ROOM 5
batman vs daredevil: dark knight psychology
Dr. Travis Langley (Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight: Daredevil Psychology: The Devil You Know) invites you on a journey through the shadows of Gotham and New York. Two boys, one the heir to a great fortune and the other the son of a struggling boxer, lose parents to violence in dark alleyways and both embark on missions to keep others from suffering the same. Who will be broken by great losses and who will grow stronger? What kind of person actively enters dangerous situations and goes to extraordinary lengths to help others? Why would anybody decide to fight the good fight - and do so dressed as a devil or a bat?!
Sunday, Sep. 23, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: Room 6
voltron: legendary defender fan panel
join Princess Morgan as she talks about the hit Netflix series Voltron and gives away free posters!
Sunday, Sep. 23, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: ROOM 9
a charmed life: a conversation with holly marie combs & brian krause
Join the CONversation with Charmed stars, HOLLY MARIE COMBS and BRIAN KRAUSE!
Sunday, Sep. 23, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Creative Stage
drawing disney with clinton hobart
Learn to draw Disney!
Sunday, Sep. 23, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: Room 8
stand out and break in to authorship, artistry, animation, tv, film & voice acting careers
How do you stand out and break in to creative careers in and around the entertainment industry? Hear from our special guest speakers as they divulge their secrets for creating original, media content and making a career out of it! Genese Davis (The Holder's Dominion), Mary Morgan (Voice Actress and Vocalist) and Tom Cook (Saturday Morning Cartoons) will share their insider experiences and divulge the minute details that unexpectedly led to their professional careers in entertainment. This panel is sure to fill your career "tool-box" with practical tools and advice to springboard you toward landing your dream career.
Sunday, Sep. 23, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: ROOM 5
monsters among us!
Host Greg Lawson and panelists Meredith Johns, Stephen Belyeu and Shawn Freddie discuss cryptozoology and the monsters among us.
Sunday, Sep. 23, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: Room 6
does the dceu need superman?
With the recent news of casting changes for Superman, there is a lot of discussion online about the future of the DC Extended Universe. In this panel, fan experts will discuss the challenges of DCEU, the role of Superman and what opportunities lay ahead. Join us for the fun interactive discussion.
