Do you have dreams of writing for kids TV animation? This panel of veteran story editors and head writers will reveal what you need to know to break into the business, and stay in. Topics include creating appropriate writing samples, landing a first gig, meeting deadlines, and keeping your story editor happy. Moderator Neo Edmund (RedRidingWerewolfHuntress, KaijudoClashoftheDuelMasters) is joined by panelists Steven Melching (StarWarsRebels, TransformersPrime), Andrew Robinson (senior writer for Blizzard Entertainment, KaijudoClashoftheDuelMasters), Jim Krieg (GreenLantern: TheAnimatedSeries, Spooksville), and Charlotte Fullerton (Ben10Omniverse, MyLittlePonyFriendship IsMagic).
Saturday March 26, 2016 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 151
The Last Ship returns to WonderCon for a first look at the upcoming season and a panel with producers and cast including Adam Baldwin, Bridget Regan, Travis Van Winkle, Marissa Neitling and Jocko Sims. Following the epic season two cliffhanger, the highly anticipated third season finds the crew of the Nathan James shifting their attention to Asia after President Michener hears rumblings that the Chinese leader, President Peng, has been hoarding the "Scott cure" instead of distributing it to the people in the region. Michener sends Chandler to a global summit to investigate this allegation, as well as rumors of a possible mutation of the original virus that has caused a fresh outbreak in Japan. If the mutation has occurred, and Asia has not been protected, the consequences for the world are dire. And with Rachel Scott shot in the season 2 finale and her fate as yet unknown, hope is in low supply. Panel attendees will be treated to never-before-seen footage and a revealing discussion led by TV Guide's Rob Moynihan. All new episodes of The Last Ship air on TNT this summer.
Saturday March 26, 2016 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 408AB
The Turtles are back! Spend some time with the mutated minds making Nickelodeon's hit animated TV series, now in its fourth season. The panel features executive producers Ciro Nieli and Brandon Auman as they provide sneak peeks into season 4 and discuss the epic and bizarre adventures in store for the Turtles. Fans will also get an exclusive look at an upcoming new episode "Trans-Dimensional Turtles," in which the Turtles collide with their '80s counterparts. Watch the episode for very special cameos! Also on hand will be the extraordinary and talented voice actors of TMNT.
Saturday March 26, 2016 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 403AB
Emmy-nominated and Eisner Award-winning artist/author Bill Sienkiewicz joins WonderCon this year as a special guest. Bring your questions and notepads, as he covers anything and everything from innovative multimedia techniques, both analog and digital from his work in comic books, film, television, gaming, animation, music, and more!
Saturday March 26, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 151
UPDATED: Thu, Mar 17, 01:02PM Join star Jason Patric (Rush, Sleepers) and Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond, Amistad) and executive producers M. Night Shyamalan (The Sixth Sense, The Visit), Donald De Line (Green Lantern, The Italian Job), Ashwin Rajan (Devil, The Visit), and international bestselling author/executive producer Blake Crouch, for a sneak peek at the second chapter of this psychological thriller events series. Season two picks up with the residents of Wayward Pines battling against the iron-fisted rule of the First Generation. Jason Patric portrays Dr. Theo Yedlin, a new resident of Wayward Pines, who awakens from suspended animation and finds himself in the middle of this rebellion as he tries to understand what Wayward Pines really is and help preserve the endangered human race. Hounsou portrays CJ Mitchum, an original resident and a historian for the town with extensive knowledge of its complex origins, and the one person who can provide a unique bridge between the current world of Wayward Pines and the previous world that humans inhabited. Produced by Twentieth Century Fox Television, Wayward Pines returns to FOX this summer. Screening to be followed by a panel discussion and fan Q&A.
Saturday March 26, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 408AB
Ashly Burch (writer/director), Cherish Chen (creative producer), Lauren Haroutunian (cinematographer), and Kaitlyn Yang (VFX supervisor) discuss breaking into the traditionally male-dominated fields of film production. The panel will include a Q&A session moderated by entertainment publicist Brittany Sandler.
Saturday March 26, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 502B
UPDATED: Fri, Mar 18, 04:19PM In January, BOOM! Studios launched Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, a new comic series based on the hit '90s live-action children's TV series about a group of ordinary teenagers who morphed into superheroes to save the world from evil. Series writer Kyle Higgins and The Further Adventures of Bulk and Skull writer Steve Orlando talk with editor Dafna Pleban about the new series and the everlasting popularity of these "teenagers with attitude." Join Walter Jones (Mighty Morhpin Power Rangers, Zack/Black Ranger), series writer Kyle Higgins, editor Dafna Pleban and Saban's director of global consumer products Jason Bischoff in a discussion about the new series and the everlasting popularity of these “teenagers with attitude.”
Saturday March 26, 2016 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 152
Civil War 2, Jessica Jones, Powers TV and comic, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Guardians of the Galaxy. WonderCon special guestBendis has a ton going on and this spotlight panel will give exclusive first looks to a lot of the big goings on all spring and summer long.
Saturday March 26, 2016 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 403AB
Calling team Scorpion! Making their first WonderCon appearance, the cast of CBS's Monday night hit drama will be on hand for an exclusive screening of an upcoming episode, followed by a discussion of what fans can expect from the rest of the action-packed second season. Get the inside scoop with series stars Elyes Gabel, Robert Patrick, Eddie Kaye Thomas, and Ari Stidham and executive producers Nick Santoraand Nicholas Wootton.
Saturday March 26, 2016 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 408AB
Alan Tudyk's dream show based on his global convention experiences seemed impossible with the compromises Hollywood demanded. Instead, he went directly to fans; over 46,000 responded with a record-breaking $3.2 million raised on Indiegogo; Con Man was officially born. With season 1 a smash hit on Vimeo and season 2 in the works, this panel will talk Con Man and the crazy ride that made his dream project a reality. From the series, to the video game, to the Spectrum comic released on Free Comic Book Day, this is the year of the Con Man! Join Alan Tudyk, P. J. Haarsma, and Shannon Eric Denton for a Con panel like no other!
NEW: Tue, Mar 22, 09:35AM Get an inside look at Star Trek like you've never seen before. Larry "Dr. Trek" Nemecek (Trekland's Portal 47, TNG Companion) gives fans unprecedented insights from 50 years of Star Trek. Panelists discuss archiving an in-depth history of what went on behind the scenes through rare print and audio interviews. Q&A session moderated by broadcaster Lisa Guetzkow (Trek Radio).
Saturday March 26, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 502B
Join executive producer and Marvel's head of television, Jeph Loeb, as well as the cast and creators of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. for their first WonderCon panel as a cast! Get a sneak peek at a new episode from season 3 and find out what's ahead for the team this season from the cast and producers!
Saturday March 26, 2016 2:00pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room 408AB
Get the exclusive first look at Syfy's action-packed new series with the cast and crew. Who is Wynonna Earp? A smoking hot, badass demon killer, that's who! Stars Melanie Scrofano(Supernatural, Haven), Tim Rozon (Lost Girl, Being Human), Shamier Anderson (Constantine, Defiance), and Dominique Provost Chalkley (The Avengers: Age of Ultron), Wynonna Earp comic creator Beau Smith, and writer and executive producer Emily Andras (Lost Girl) share exclusive footage, present behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and participate in a Q&A. Hosted by IDW publisher and CEO Ted Adams, IDW Entertainment president David Ozer, and Circle of Confusion's Rick Jacobs.
Saturday March 26, 2016 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 151
UPDATED: Mon, Mar 14, 10:52AM TV Guide Magazine returns to WonderCon with an all-star panel of TV's hottest showrunners. Moderated by TV Guide Magazine/TVInsider.com chief content officer Michael Schneider, the session brings together top producers for a look behind the scenes of your favorite shows. Panelists (subject to change) include: Ali Adler (Supergirl), Craig DiGregorio (Ash vs. Evil Dead), Scott M. Gimple (The Walking Dead), Damon Lindelof (The Leftovers), Melissa Rosenberg (Marvel's Jessica Jones) and Paul Scheer (Party Over Here).
Saturday March 26, 2016 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Room 408AB
Talk about super powers! Here's a panel with heroes who can put voices into the mouths of your favorite animated characters. They'll tell you how they do it and present an unrehearsed reading to show how they do it! With Townsend Coleman (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Tick), Maurice LaMarche (Pinky and the Brain, Futurama), Chuck McCann (Duck Tales, The Fantastic Four), Candi Milo (Curious George, Jimmy Neutron), and others! Your host is Mark Evanier (The Garfield Show).
Saturday March 26, 2016 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Room 403AB
UPDATED: Tue, Mar 22, 02:12PM Join the cast for Sleepy Hollow’s WonderCon debut! Panelists include cast members Lyndie Greenwood (Jenny Mills), Zach Appelman (Joe Corbin), Nikki Reed (Betsy Ross) and Jessica Camacho (Sophie Foster), as well as co-executive producer Raven Metzner. Get a sneak peek at the penultimate episode of the third season before it airs the following Friday on FOX. A brief Q&A moderated by TV Guide’sMarisa Roffman will follow the screening.
Saturday March 26, 2016 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Room 408AB
Jim Lee (DC Entertainment), writer/producerMaurissa Tancharoen (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), actor Yoshi Sudarso (Power Rangers Dino Charge), and graphic novelistsSarah Kuhn (Heroine Complex), Amy Chu (Poison Ivy), and Christine Dinh (brand manager, BOOM! Studios) discuss the origin stories of iconic Asian American superheroes on screen, on the page, and behind the scenes. Moderated by Racebending.com's Dariane Nabor.
Saturday March 26, 2016 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Room 502B
And they want to celebrate with their fans at WonderCon! Cast members and executive producers behind everyone's favorite All-American family present an exclusive preview of the 200th episode before it airs Monday night on TBS. Following that, enjoy a special panel and Q&A as the cast and producers share favorite memories and the funniest moments from 12 incredible seasons.
Saturday March 26, 2016 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 408AB
With the rise of spiritual themes in comics, movies, and television, panelists will delve into and explore how spiritual themes have influenced the entertainment industry and affected culture. Panelists include Dr.Thomas Parham (Azusa Pacific University), Scott Marcano (Diablo Publishing), Eric Jansen (Foursquare Mission Press), Dr. Jon Levin (Chapman University), Javier Hernandez (El Muerto, Maniac Priest), Travis Hanson (Beanleaf Press), and moderator Josh Burns (Christian Comic Arts Society).
Saturday March 26, 2016 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 515B
If writer's rooms were like superhero teams, this panel combines the Justice League and The Avengers for an all-star insider look at your favorite TV series. Some of the scribes behind today's hottest genre shows share their candid thoughts on how to sell, write and rewrite the series you love (and sometimes loathe). Find out the deep, dark secrets (and low-calorie snacks) of the writers' room, and learn why network executives actually care about what you write on message boards. Panelists include Gabrielle Stanton (The Flash, Haven, The Vampire Diaries), Amy Berg (Counterpart,Da Vinci's Demons, Eureka), Jose Molina(Agent Carter, Firefly, Sleepy Hollow), Ashley E. Miller (Black Sails, Fringe, Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles), Sarah Watson(Parenthood, The Middleman), Steve Melching(Star Wars Rebels, Guardians of the Galaxy TV, The Clone Wars), and moderatorMark A. Altman(The Librarians, Agent X, Castle).
Saturday March 26, 2016 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 151
The men on Orphan Black take over WonderCon to reveal exclusive new footage from the upcoming fourth season of BBC America's award-winning original drama. Co-creators Graeme Manson and John Fawcett are joined by stars Jordan Gavaris (Felix), Kristian Bruun (Donnie), and Kevin Hanchard (Detective Art Bell) for a closer look at what's to come in the new season, with never-before-seen footage and a Q&A session. The highly anticipated premiere is on a new night and time, Thursday, April 14 at 10/9c.
Saturday March 26, 2016 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 408AB
UPDATED: Sat, Mar 26, 11:33AM Online series have provided some of the most groundbreaking content in the entertainment world. Join Jeff Burns (host of Super Geeked Up) and a super-talented panel of web series actors and creators as they talk about the changes they've seen in the ever-expanding world of online entertainment and where they see the medium going in the future. Featuring Christina Wren (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Lusa), Eric Campbell (The Flog, Signal Boost), Joanna Sotomura (Emma Approved, Video Game High School), Rachael Hip-Flores (Anyone But Me, Producing Juliet), and Hisonni Johnson (Grayson: Earth One, The Gambit). Plus awesome tips for entering the digital space and making your own kick-ass series!
Saturday March 26, 2016 6:30pm - 7:30pm PDT
Room 515B
UPDATED: Wed, Mar 16, 09:17AM Join moderator Spiro Skentzos (Grimm), and today’s biggest TV writers and showrunners from your favorite genre shows, including Glen Mazzara (Damien), Natalie Chaidez (Hunters), Richard Hatem (Dead of Summer) and Meredith Averill (Star-Crossed) as they discuss navigating the TV spec terrain - including beginner’s mistakes, what they look for in a writer and what it takes for you to write a killer spec that will stand above the crowd. There will be a huge Q&A component, so bring your questions.
Saturday March 26, 2016 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 151
TV is killing it right now when it comes to storytelling. But in the era of Peak TV, genre series are arguably having the biggest moment of all. From Game of Thrones to Orphan Black,Rick and Morty, The 100 and more, the lens used to dissect societal issues has always been most effective when removed enough from reality to see it for what it is. Nerdist managing editor Alicia Lutes and her panel of guests discuss why the most progressive stories are taking place in your favorite shows, and why you can't help but fan out about it.
Saturday March 26, 2016 9:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Room 515A
