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Programming is FREE with your Wizard World wristband unless otherwise noted.

*Listed programming subject to change. Please check wizardworld.com often for the most up-to-date Programming information.

*Seating for panels is strictly limited and available on a first-served basis. Only V.I.P. ticket holders are guaranteed seats for designated panels. Panel rooms are not cleared after each session.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21
5:00 – 5:45PM PARANORMAL CITY: RENO (ROOM A7)

5:00 – 5:45PM HOW TO DRAW FUNNY! WITH THE SIMPSONS’ PHIL ORTIZ (ROOM A9)
Ever wonder how humor artists are able to create characters and stories that leave us laughing like idiots? Here, one of the finest practitioners of the simple art of humor—Phil Ortiz (The Simpsons; Muppet Babies)—tells and shows you how he does it! Moderated by Danny Fingeroth (How to Create Comics from Script to Print; Spider-Man).

5:00 - 7:00PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

6:00 – 6:45PM VIPS OF SELF-PUBLISHING (ROOM A7)
Self-publishing creator, Victor Dandridge, heads a forum-style discussion on the practices of self-publishing comic books. Guided with his own years of experience as both a comic book fan and creator, Victor aims to lead this discussion, interacting with the attending audience, to share ideas for comic book production, marketing and distribution. 

6:00 – 6:45PM SUPERSTAR ARTISTS: THE FLASH'S POP MHAN, FIVE WEAPONS' JIMMIE ROBINSON & JLA'S TY TEMPLETON (ROOM A9)
Three top comics artists talk about their careers, their craft, the comics business and whatever else might come up—and may even show you some of their top-secret techniques! Join peerless pencilers Pop Mhan (Spider-Man; the Flash), andJimmie Robinson (Five Weapons; Bomb Queen); Ty Templeton (JLA; Superboy). Danny Fingeroth (Darkhawk; How to Create Comics from Script to Print) moderates.

7:00 – 7:45PM COSTUMES + PLAYING = COSPLAY! SO WHAT DOES THAT ACTUALLY MEAN? (ROOM A7)
Join Wizard World’s Damian Beurer and an assembly of top-notch cosplayers who will tell you everything you need to know about dressing up in costumes and going out in public. From wardrobe malfunctions to crazy fans, to how to construct your own costumes and even how to go to the bathroom (you know, in costume), this cosplay squad will give you the inside skinny on the ultimate in spandex fandom. We’ll share photos, take questions from the audience, and hopefully inspire you to join in.

7:00 – 7:45PM NASA TAKES ON THE GALAXY (ROOM A9)
In this presentation we explore the various worlds being considered for colonies and the challenges colonists & NASA face. We start our journey with the moon, a Bigelow AeroSpace inflatable BA 330 (inflatable space-station en route to our next colony) Mars, perhaps another weigh station before we arrive at Europa, then Titan, and then let’s consider the moons of the ALPHA CENTAURI-Binary system! PLUS an introduction to probes that make O2 on Mars and water on the Moon and other handy gadgetry!

8:30-11:00PM CREATOR PRO AM: DRINK & DRAW
All artist and writers are invited to come and compete in this live drawing and writing competition! You bring the creativity and we will take care of the rest! Scenarios and scenes will be described to the artist and writers, where you will have 1 hour to compete. Stay through to the end where one writer and one artist will be selected to win amazing prizes such as Corel PainterX3, Artograph lightpad and a Canson prize pack. Additional prizes will be given throughout the night brought to you by Corel, Canson, Royal Talens and Artograph. Lucky Beaver Bar and Burger, 3655 S Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502. Free with your Wizard World wristband! 21+

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22
11:00 – 11:45AM JASON DAVID FRANK MEET AND GREET – PAID EVENT (ROOM A10)
Here’s your chance to meet the original Green Power Ranger Jason David Frank in a more private setting, away from the convention crowds. Make sure to bring your questions because JDF will have your answers. Must purchase separate ticket for this event.

11:00 - 12:30PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

11:30 – 12:15PM MARVEL: SPIDER-VERSE (ROOM A7)
Spider-Man Senior Editor Nick Lowe will walk you through the Spider-Event of 2014 and answer any Spider-Questions (or any question, really) that you have!

11:30 – 12:15PM U CRE-8 COMICS PRESENTS: CHARACTER CRAFTER (ROOM A9)
Are YOU the next GREAT comic creator?! Take the Raconteur's challenge and design your own character from start to finish! Establish powers, design costume ideas, create an origin story and more with U Cre-8 Comics -- the PERFECT jumpstart to YOUR comic universe!

11:30 - 12:15PM CREATE A COMIC WITH 2 GUNS' STEVEN GRANT, FIVE WEAPONS' JIMMIE ROBINSON & SPIDER-MAN'S DANNY FINGEROTH (ROOM C3)
Ever wonder what it would be like to collaborate on making comics with top professionals? In this fun-and-educational session, superstar writer Steven Grant (2 Guns; Whisper) celebrated artist Jimmie Robinson (Five Weapons; Bomb Queen) create a new character and story before your eyes, incorporating audience members' ideas and suggestions! Come see—and join in—the creative process! The panel will be moderated by longtime Marvel writer and editor Danny Fingeroth (Spider-Man; How to Create Comics from Script to Print), who will show how an editor interacts with a writer and artist.

12:00 – 12:45PM DOCTOR WHO SEASON 8 POSTMORTEM WITH MARKWHO42 (ROOM C2)
Season 8 is over. Join Trish and Ed from the Internet radio show Markwho42's WHOniverse, and their guests Paige andWill, as they dissect the inaugural adventures of 12th Doctor Peter Capaldi. From the mysteries of Missy to the shocking twists of Clara Oswald's story. From the background of Danny Pink to what lurks in the Nethersphere. And speculate about what presents are in store for the Christmas Special. Topics discussed and questions answered. Fun for Whovians old and new.

12:30 – 1:15PM THE EVOLUTION AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE FICTION (ROOM A9)
At the turn of the 20th Century, a sub-genre of science fiction took form, "feminist science fiction" was born. This sub-genre has continued to deal with women's roles in society. The roles women have played in literature, film and television in not only science fiction, but also comics, has developed into a type of feminist mythos, one that continues to influence the female fandom today. Discussion topics include sexism, gender-reversal, the social construction of gender roles, and more as we explore the 19th Century women writers movement that allowed for a great evolution for the roles of women in science fiction.

12:30 - 1:15PM STORYTELLING WITH MICHAEL GOLDEN (ROOM C3)
Join groundbreaking storyteller Michael Golden – known for his work on Dr. Strange, The ‘Nam, G. I. Joe, and Batman – as he shares his fundamental rules for how to craft your story and take it to the professional level.

12:45 – 1:15PM WWE® SUPERSTAR ROMAN REIGNS® (ROOM A7)
Moderated by Mo Lightning.

1:00 - 3:30PM MARVEL PORTFOLIO REVIEW (ROOM A10)
Marvel editor will be conducting portfolio reviews. Here's what you need to know:
• Portfolios will need to be dropped off between the hours of 3:00-7:00PM on Friday and 11:00-6:00PM on Saturday at the Wizard World Information Booth #517
• Portfolios MUST contain your contact information. This includes your full name, cell phone number, and e-mail address.
• Portfolio reviews will happen Saturday from 1:00-3:30PM and Sunday from 2:30-5:00PM in ROOM A10. If you will not or cannot be present at this time, do not leave your portfolio.
• Do not leave original work with us. Whatever your portfolio contains, make sure you keep the original work. We cannot be responsible for any lost or misplaced work.
• Please respect the Marvel editors time and opinions.
• Focus on your sequentials. While cover artwork is important, most new artists are hired to do interiors.
• Review sessions are limited to artists only.
• Not all submissions will be chosen for review.
• PORTFOLIO REVIEW SCHEDULE WILL BE POSTED AT 11AM ON SATURDAY AND 11 AM ON SUNDAY AT THE WIZARD WORLD INFORMATION BOOTH #517

1:00 - 3:00PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

1:00 – 1:45PM ONE-ON-ONE WITH JEWEL STAITE (ROOM C2)

1:30 – 2:15PM ANTHROPOLOGY OF STAR TREK & STAR WARS (ROOM A9)
Discussion is focused on comparing and contrasting Star Trek/Star Wars for their cultural and mythological value. How do each as cultural mirror or teacher via their narratives? What do they have in common and what factors enhance how each stands out on its own? Cultural themes of myth and the role of myth in society are explored along with how both Star Trek/Star Wars reflect contemporary cultural issues, making them each timeless, contemporary narratives that both drive the continued cultural evolution of humanity. 

1:30 - 2:15PM SPOTLIGHT ON LOVE AND ROCKETS’ GILBERT HERNANDEZ (ROOM C3)
Gilbert Hernandez and his brothers launched the alternative comics era with their epoch-defining series Love and Rockets. Gilbert first made his mark with his Palomar stories, an intergenerational saga detailing life and love in a fictional Central American town. But a parallel strand of Gilbert's restless oeuvre has since taken center stage in new graphic novels and stories that combine formal play with genre experimentation to open another window into the workings of the human heart. Gilbert will discuss his work with Danny Fingeroth (The Rough Guide to Graphic Novels; Superman on the Couch) and with the audience.

2:00 – 2:45PM “YOU BETTER HOPE I DON’T GET FAMOUS”: HORROR AND LAUGHTER FROM THE FRONT LINES OF WRITING (ROOM A7)
Author Dan Haight shares some painfully funny and embarrassing stories about the adventure and weirdness of getting people to pay for your creative work. Come for the story about James Franco ... Stay for the story about the puke.

2:00 – 2:45PM ONE-ON-ONE WITH POWER RANGER: JASON DAVID FRANK (ROOM C2)
Come see the original Green Power Ranger, Jason David Frank live on the Wizard World stage. Don’t miss your chance to ask your questions in this special audience Q&A session and learn more about his reality TV show My Morphin Life.

2:30 – 3:15PM SCREENWRITING FOR FILM AND TELEVISION: HOW TO MOVE YOUR CONCEPT FROM AN IDEA TO SCRIPT TO SCREEN (ROOM A9)
Learn the creative process behind screenwriting and what it takes to move just an idea into a full-fledged production from an industry professional. Adam Simon is a native Californian that began acting at an early age. Fresh out of college minoring in theater Adam began working as a Close Protection Specialist. While training as an actor, Adam offered protective services to business professionals and celebrities all around the world.

2:30 – 3:15PM DECADE OF THE DEAD: A ZOMBIE-VERSARY WITH AARON SAGERS (ROOM C3)
Ten years ago, the dead came back to life in a big way, and the zombie genre has been shambling along ever since. From "28 Days Later," "Shaun Of The Dead," "The Zombie Survival Guide," "The Walking Dead" comic, "Dawn of the Dead" remake and more, 2003/04 was a period that kickstarted the current wave of undead heads. Join zombie guru Aaron Sagers, (Travel Channel host, Paranormal Paparazzi; Editor At Large of NBC Universal's Blastr), and other experts as he discusses the important Zombie-versary, and why the era was so important. Zombies encouraged to attend! And pose questions to Aaron on Twitter @AaronSagers.

2:30 – 3:15PM BOLDLY GOING WITH WILLIAM SHATNER (ROOM C4)
With a career spanning over five decades and an extensive résumé that includes starring roles in shows such as Star Trek and Boston Legal, Emmy-award winner William Shatner takes the stage to dish on the roles that have made him a household name and one of the most renowned men in television history. 

3:00 - 3:45PM JUMPING THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS: COSPLAY AS HOBBY AND LIFESTYLE (ROOM A7)
A panel session with audience Q&A. Talking about costume design and creation (creating both at home as well as utilizing found components,) participating in the hobby - getting involved in larger groups, how to survive a convention floor, and moving from the con to fan pages and beyond. This panel would also include some of the NorCal and Nevada regions top cosplayers both male and female.

3:00 – 3:45PM TELLING THE TRUTH WITH PRETTY LITTLE LIARS’ KEEGAN ALLEN (ROOM C2)
The star of ABC Family’s #1 series, Pretty Little Liars, Keegan Allen, swings by the Reno Comic Con Q&A stage to tell you the truth about (& secrets of) his hit TV show! The man known as Toby Cavanaugh will undoubtedly have a lot to share with his fans, so secure your seat early and get ready for an eye-opening, informative panel!

3:30 – 4:15PM SUPER POWER BEAT DOWN (ROOM A9)
The Super Power Beat Down web series takes two super powered legends and make them battle! Wolverine vs Predator, Superman vs Thor, Batman vs Deadpool!! Before every episode viewers vote to determine the winner! Damian Beurerwill show you clips from the series, answer questions and tell you all about the behind the scenes shenanigans! The show is hosted by Marisha Ray and Damian Beurer. Together they battle with their sci-fi/fantasy knowledge and comic wit to see who they think the winner will be. The series is produced by Aaron and Sean Schoenke, Damian Beurer and Nikolay Zamkovoy.

3:30 – 4:15PM THE HEROINE’S JOURNEY (ROOM C3)
Many know Joseph Campbell’s theory of the hero’s journey, the idea that every man grows to adulthood while battling his dark alter-ego. Now mythologist Valerie Estelle Frankel, author of From Girl to Goddess, the first book on the heroine’s journey in myth, explores the epic girl’s plot. We’ll journey step-by-step through ancient myths of Coatlicue and Durga to the butt-kicking girls of Divergent and The Hunger Games, upsetting popular notions of the passive, helpless heroine.

3:30 – 4:15PM THE WALKING DEAD’S GREG NICOTERO, JON BERNTHAL, SCOTT WILSON & ANDREW J. WEST (ROOM C4)
They endured the zombie apocalypse, now learn about the newest projects keeping Jon Bernthal, Scott Wilson & Andrew J West busy! Join the (former) stars of cable’s #1 drama, Shane, Hershel & Gareth, as well as 4-time Emmy award-winning make-up/special FX artist Greg Nicotero as they all relive their adventures escaping (or creating) the walkers and dealing with Rick!

4:00 – 4:45PM SIERRA NEVADA MOVIE CLUB & POTABLE PICTURESHOW LIVE PODCAST RECORDING (ROOM A7)
The Sierra Nevada Movie Club is a social organization, numbering over 350 members. Come meet some of our event organizers and find out what the fun is about. The Potable Pictureshow is a film related podcast born from the movie club. On Saturday, November 22nd the Pictureshow will be recording episode 30 live at Wizard World's Reno Comic Con and celebrating the 2 year anniversary of the movie club. Come provide your energy, your questions, your Comic Con attitude and be part of digital history.

4:00 - 6:00PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

4:00 – 4:45PM BOLDLY GOING WITH WALTER KOENIG (ROOM C2)
Whether you loved him as Pavel Chekov on the original Star Trek, or loved-to-hate him as Alfred Bester on Babylon 5,Walter Koenig has proven to be one of sci-fi & entertainment’s most entertaining stars ever! Set your phasers to stun and join Walter as he reminisces on his near-50 years in Hollywood in this rare Q&A!

4:30 – 5:15PM X-MEN AS A CULTURAL MIRROR (ROOM A9)
The X- Men comics justify the use of the comics medium as a viable means of social communication. X-Men vividly addresses a number of social issues of the human past and present, issues alive and well in contemporary culture. X-Men offers insight into issues such as racism, ethnic conflict, anti-semitism, genocide, apocalyptic themes, and more. Characters act in a metaphorical sense as they illuminate the power and necessity of the individual in a culture. Discussion of X-Men reveals the power of this form of myth and how it acts as both a mirror and guide to our cultural times and cultural future as a species. 

4:30 – 5:15PM THE ART OF SATURDAY MORNING CARTOON PRODUCTION WITH ANIMATOR & DIRECTOR TOM COOK (ROOM C3)
Wizard World is proud to present world-renown animator Tom Cook (Tarzan; Flash Gordon; He-Man and the Masters of the Universe; She-Ra Princess of Power) to Reno! This panel will be a demonstration of the steps taken to bring an idea from script to screen. Cook will begin with a short story of how he became an animator back in the late 1970s and then describe the different departments in an animation studio and what they do to move the development of the cartoon forward. Tom will have a few scenes he has worked on over the years on video and then will open the floor for questions about either the process or any other question you may have. So come out and see first-hand how your favorite cartoons were made!

4:30 – 5:00PM MICHAEL ROOKER VS THE “THIS WEEK IN MARVEL” PODCAST (ROOM C4)
This Week in Marvel will focus on delivering all the Marvel info on news and new releases--from comics to video games to toys to TV to film and beyond! New episodes will be released every Thursday (or so) and TWiM is co-hosted by Marvel Digital Media Group Executive Editorial Director Ryan "Agent M" Penagos and Marvel.com Editor Ben Morse, along with Marvel.com Editor Marc Strom and Manager, Video & Content Production Blake Garris. Featuring a special guest appearance by a Guardian of the Galaxy, Yondu himself, Michael Rooker (The Walking Dead).

5:00 – 5:45PM ALL THINGS PRO WRESTLING WITH WRESTLINGAUDIO.COM (ROOM A7)
BEST OF 2014 EDITION! Who has been the most entertaining wrestler so far in 2014? As we approach the end of the year, the staff and listeners of WrestlingAudio.com start compiling the Top 50 Wrestlers of 2014 list (to be aired in December) and we need your help! Join lead host Mo Lightning as he leads a debate as to which WWE, TNA, or NXT star has had the BEST 2014 and maybe win yourself some autographed goodies at the same time!

5:00 – 5:45PM HOW GAME OF THRONES WILL END: THE INFLUENCE DRIVING THE SHOW AND ALL THE PATHS IT MAY TAKE (ROOM C2)
Game of Thrones takes its story from many influences: the War of the Roses, King Arthur, Norse and Celtic myth as well as modern classics. Will the story end like Lord of the Rings or completely invert it? How about Ragnarok with its three-year Winter of the Winds and Winter of the Wolf? Pop culture author Valerie Estelle Frankel examines the sources and predicts the likeliest Game of Thrones ending. By tracing the prophecies of the early books, which correspond directly to the steps of the heroine’s journey, Daenerys’s surprising path becomes clear as she will “wake the dragon” and harness a surprising magic. Is Jon Snow destined to be her lover, her nemesis, her sacrifice, or all three? And what of Bran? Or Tyrion? What does Varys really want? In the end, the key to salvation lies in the forgotten lore hidden at Oldtown and Dragonstone, in the words of the Faceless Men and the Red Priests. For the endless winter is dark and full of terrors…and it’s coming. No show spoilers, but lots of speculation.

5:15 – 6:00PM TIME-TRAVELING WITH KAREN GILLAN (ROOM C4)
She's used to hanging out with the Doctor, but for this exclusive Reno Comic Con Q&A, Karen Gillan will be yourcompanion! Join the Doctor Who fan-favorite companion as she discusses her time on the popular TV show, her interaction with Matt Smith, life after the TARDIS, her stage debut, her role as Nebula in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, her former show Selfie & much more!

5:30 – 6:15PM SEXUALITY IN COSPLAY (ROOM A9)
We discuss cosplay acceptance, the influence of various comics and anime which bring sexuality into cosplay. It's intended as a serious discussion on the topic and is open to all genders. We tend to put both men and women on the panel, including those of the LGBT community to give a very rounded discussion. Past panelists have included Meg Turney, Meagan Marie, Maryanne Butler, and many others.

5:30 –6:15PM FROM CAP’S SHIELD TO AGENTS OF SHIELD TO GROOT! MARVEL COMICS AT 75 WITH STEVEN GRANT, GILBERT HERNANDEZ & DANNY FINGEROTH (ROOM C3)
In 1939, Marvel Comics #1 debuted, unleashing The Sub-Mariner and The Human Torch on the world, and launching what would come to be known as the Marvel Universe. Danny Fingeroth (Spider-Man; The Stan Lee Universe; longtime Marvel writer/editor, researcher on Taschen’s upcoming 75 Years of Marvel: From the Golden Age to the Silver Screen) andSteven Grant (2 Guns; Whisper) and Gilbert Hernandez (Love and Rockets; Palomar) present an illustrated tour through the more than seven decades of the phenomenon that is Marvel.

6:00 – 6:45PM MARVEL VS DC: THE BATTLE FOR SUPER CINEMA & TV (ROOM A7)
Whether your loyalties lie with the Justice League or the Avengers, the stage is set for a live-action face-off between two comic giants on the big and small screen. As Marvel expands its connected universe on TV, Netflix and movies, DC has joined the action with a slate of shows and a whole lot of movies in the works. What does the battle mean for fans, and who will win? Join nerdy journalist Aaron Sagers, Editor At Large of Blastr.com, and other experts as we discuss this super showdown. Bring your loyalties and get ready for a great debate!

6:00 – 6:45PM GEEKS UNITE WITH THE CAST OF A&E’S EPIC INK ON POP-CULTURE TATTOOS (ROOM C2)
Joe Pomparelli, founder of GeeksterInk, the social network giant that connects fans of geek art & culture through tattoos, moderates a discussion on the international phenomenon of geeky, nerdy fanboy ink. The cast of A&E's hit nerdy-reality-comedy, Epic Ink, will amaze you with their fanboy obsessions and geek knowledge. They'll discuss the creation, filming and inside secrets of the show. You'll also get to watch exclusive Epic Ink clips. Followed by an audience Q&A with the cast members, covering everything from getting a tattoo to designing a tattoo. They may even show you some of their secret tattoos. You won't want to miss it.

6:15 – 7:00PM BRUCE CAMPBELL VERSUS THE AUDIENCE (ROOM C4)
Best known for his roles on the big screen in cult classics Army of Darkness and Evil Dead, as well as his role as Same Axe in the hit TV series Burn Notice, Bruce Campbell has proven to be a force to be reckoned with as an actor, director and author. Don’t miss your chance to ask him your most interesting questions as he makes an appearance at Wizard World Reno Comic Con.

6:30 - 8:30PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

7:15 - 9:00PM WIZARD WORLD COSTUME CONTEST (ROOM C4)
Hosted by our very own superheroes Mo Lightning & Billy Patterson, the Wizard World Reno Comic Con (adult) 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! Anyone interested in participating can sign-up at the Information booth on Saturday.

9:00 – CLOSE WIZARD WORLD AFTER PARTY
Do you like to dance? Do you like music? Just because the show floor is closed doesn’t mean the party skips a beat! Freshen up, change your digs and head on over to the Official Wizard World Reno Comic Con After Party at EDGE Nightspot at the Peppermill, 2707 S. Virginia St., Reno. Come dressed up in costume for a chance at $1000! Drink specials starting at 8pm in the Terrace Lounge.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23
11:00 - 12:30PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

11:30 – 12:15PM NAMES IN THE HUNGER GAMES (ROOM A7)
Who was Cinna? What do the hawthorn and primrose symbolize? Names have great significance in Suzanne Collins’s books, referencing sixteen characters out of Shakespeare, all from a particular era of Rome. Bringing details from myths, herbal guides, military histories, and the classics, English professor and award-winning pop culture author Valerie Estelle Frankel sheds light on the deeper meanings behind Panem’s heroes and villains in this hottest of YA trilogies.

11:30 – 12:15PM JASON DAVID FRANK MEET AND GREET – PAID EVENT (ROOM A10)
Here’s your chance to meet the original Green Power Ranger Jason David Frank in a more private setting, away from the convention crowds. Make sure to bring your questions because JDF will have your answers. Must purchase separate ticket for this event.

11:30 – 12:15PM HORROR: YESTERDAY, TODAY, TOMORROW (ROOM C3)
Members of the Padded Room podcast and Vaude Villain Entertainment come together to talk about where horror crawled out from and where it is headed and everything in between. The discussion will include the pschological, business, and technological side of the horror genre. Come find out about some local projects and bring your questions!

12:00 – 12:45PM WHO CAN BE A GEEK? ANYONE WHO WANTS TO/WOMEN IN THE GEEK WORLD (ROOM A9)
This panel will feature male and female geek writers and cosplayers discussing the current hot-button topics of women's efforts to be included in the geek world, the cosplay is not consent campaign, and the ongoing efforts to keep the ball rolling.

12:00 – 12:45PM ONE-ON-TWO WITH THE BOONDOCK SAINTS (ROOM C2)
The bad boys of the blockbuster picture The Boondock Saints, Sean Patrick Flanery and David Della Rocco, will be storming the stage in style at Wizard World Reno Comic Con. Join one half of the MacManus brothers and Rocco as they rehash their experiences on set.

12:30 – 1:15PM WHY KIDS NEED SCIENCE FICTION WITH ACTUAL SCIENCE (ROOM A7)
The popular science fiction of 2014 is doing a massive disservice to the young minds that come to it both for entertainment and information about the world around them. It shouldn't hurt this much to be a geek.

1:00 - 1:45PM 2 GUNS’ STEVEN GRANT ON THE BUSINESS OF COMICS FOR COMICS CREATORS (ROOM A9)
Sure, it’s fun to write and draw comics. It’s even more fun when someone pays you to do it. But most writers and artists weren’t business majors and have little idea how to negotiate the sometimes-treacherous waters of deal-making in comics and ancillary media like movies and TV. Writer Steven Grant (2 Guns; Whisper) gives some hard-learned pointers on how to deal with the business end of comics, including discussing how the Denzel Washington/Mark Wahlberg 2 Guns movie was adapted from his graphic novel (drawn by Mateus Santolouco). Plus: Steven will answer your questions on the topic! Moderated by Danny Fingeroth (How to Create Comics from Script to Print).

1:00 - 2:30PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).

1:00 – 1:45PM KEEPING THE FAITH WITH ELIZA DUSHKU (ROOM C2)
Best known for her television roles as Faith on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, as well as the two Fox series, Tru Calling and Dollhouse, Eliza Dushku takes to the Wizard World stage for an up-close experience with her fans! She’ll share stories, give a behind-the-scenes look at her career, and answer your burning questions!

1:30 – 2:15PM HANGING WITH HERCULES: KEVIN SORBO (ROOM A7)

1:30 – 2:00PM THE GREEN POWER RANGER HALF-HOUR OF POWER (ROOM A10)
Attention children of all-ages, their parents and anyone else that loves karate. Come KICK IT with Jason David Frank and his wife Tammy in this special ½ hour long karate class.

1:30 – 2:15PM THE RENO VIDEO GAME SYMPHONY (ROOM C3)

2:00 - 2:45PM HOW TO WRITE COMICS WITH BATMAN'S TY TEMPLETON, 2 GUNS' STEVEN GRANT, LOVE AND ROCKETS' GILBERT HERNANDEZ & SPIDER-MAN'S DANNY FINGEROTH (ROOM A9)
Accomplished comics writers Ty Templeton (Batman & Robin Adventures; Stig’s Inferno), Steven Grant (2 Guns; Whisper), Gilbert Hernandez (Love and Rockets; Palomar) and Danny Fingeroth (Spider-Man; How to Create Comics From Script to Print) show and tell you how to write comics and graphic novels, going from initial idea to outline to script to finished story. Plus, the panelists will answer your questions about both the creative and business sides of the comics writing profession, including how to find an artist to work with (hint: a comics convention is the number one place!) and how to write exciting dialogue! 

2:00 – 2:45PM ONE-ON-ONE WITH BILLY DEE WILLIAMS (ROOM C2)
An icon of not only Hollywood but also the African-American community, Billy Dee Williams has influenced cinema & TV through numerous roles in famous productions such as Mahogony, Lady Sings The Blues, Dynasty, Batman and many others. Oh yeah, Billy was also in some movie called STAR WARS! Ask him about his time as Lando Calrissian, his love of painting and so much more by visiting his Wizard World Reno Comic Con Q&A!

2:30 – 3:15PM FACE CASTING 101 (ROOM A7)
Come watch Wizard Worlds Damian Beurer do a face casting on a real live human being! Have you ever wanted to reproduce details of someone’s hands, feet, face, torso (face to mid-section) or entire body (head to toe) for making movie special effects or to bump your cosplay skills to the next level? Well here is your chance to see body casting in action!!

2:30 - 5:00PM MARVEL PORTFOLIO REVIEW (ROOM A10)
Marvel editor will be conducting portfolio reviews. Here's what you need to know:
• Portfolios will need to be dropped off between the hours of 3:00-7:00PM on Friday and 11:00-6:00PM on Saturday at the Wizard World Information Booth #517
• Portfolios MUST contain your contact information. This includes your full name, cell phone number, and e-mail address.
• Portfolio reviews will happen Saturday from 1:00-3:30PM and Sunday from 2:30-5:00PM in ROOM A10. If you will not or cannot be present at this time, do not leave your portfolio.
• Do not leave original work with us. Whatever your portfolio contains, make sure you keep the original work. We cannot be responsible for any lost or misplaced work.
• Please respect the Marvel editors time and opinions.
• Focus on your sequentials. While cover artwork is important, most new artists are hired to do interiors.
• Review sessions are limited to artists only.
• Not all submissions will be chosen for review.
• PORTFOLIO REVIEW SCHEDULE WILL BE POSTED AT 11AM ON SATURDAY AND 11 AM ON SUNDAY AT THE WIZARD WORLD INFORMATION BOOTH #517

2:30 – 3:15PM WIZARD WORLD KID’S COSTUME CONTEST (C3)
Calling all kids ages 10 and under to come out and strut your stuff at the Wizard World Reno Comic Con Kids Costume Contest! You won’t want to miss this Kodak moment packed with a whole lot of fun, laughs and prizes for all participants!

3:00 - 4:30PM LOVE IS IN THE AIR @ RENO COMIC CON – SPEED DATING STYLE (ROOM A11)
Ladies and Gentlemen! Are you single and tired of looking for love in Alderraan places? Are you ready to let your geek flag fly? Then it is time to try Sci-Fi Speed Dating! Sci-Fi Speed Dating returns by popular demand! You asked for it, we got it! The fantastic crew from Sci-Fi Speed Dating will host 8 sessions this weekend! If you are single and over 18 head over to the Speed Dating room to sign up for a session! Sci-Fi Speed Dating is Fun, Safe, and it works! They are now responsible for 5 marriages, 19 engagements, 2 babies, and over 100 couples dating seriously. (Questions? Please e-mail inquiries@scifispeeddating.com).