WonderCon Anaheim 2015

UPDATED: Tue, Mar 31, 01:44PM
Get a first look at DreamWorks Animation's amazing original series for Netflix, including a WonderCon Anaheim exclusive peek at the soon-to-premiere Dragons: Race to the Edge, along with the new adventure series Dinotrux. Plus, there will be glimpses into what's in store for fan-favorite characters like King Julien and Puss In Boots. Even more surprises await as host Eric Bauza and Dragon executive producers Art Brown and Doug Sloan take you behind the scenes of these Netflix original series! Attendees will receive a WonderCon Anaheim exclusive Dragons print from DreamWorks Animation and a special gift from Netflix (supply limited to room capacity).

Chris Hardwick (Comedy Central's @Midnight, AMC's Talking Dead) is joined by Jessica Chobot (Nerdist News) and the editorial team from Nerdist Industries-including Brian Walton (Overheard @ Nerdist), Dan Casey (The Dan Cave), Malik Forté (Nerdist Play), Matt Grosinger (Nerdist Sessions), Kyle Hill (Because Science) and Rachel Heine (Overheard @ Nerdist) for a lively conversation about the big things to come for Nerdist in the near future. Surprises, announcements, and, of course, quemments await!

The new sci-fi "dramedy" series Nobility, dubbed "Firefly meets The Office," stars Walter Koenig (Star Trek TOS, Babylon 5), Doug Jones (Falling Skies, Pan's Labyrinth), Christopher Judge (Stargate SG1, Stargate Atlantis),Torri Higginson (Stargate Atlantis), Cas Anvar (Assassin's Creed, Expanse), Adrienne Wilkinson (Xena: Warrior Princess, Star Wars: The Clone Wars), Darren Jacobs (Starship: Rising ), Miracle Laurie (Dollhouse), Ellen Dubin (Lexx, Napoleon Dynamite), and James Kyson (Heroes). Some of the all-star cast will host a Q&A along with director Neil Johnson (Starship: Rising), art director Tiki Al Zequeira (Star Trek DS9, Serenity), composer Charles-Henri Avelange (Starship Rising), and series creator E. J. De la Pena (Jingle All the Way, Starship Rising).

UPDATED: Wed, Mar 25, 03:41PM
The executive producers/co-creators of the Powers comics, Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Avon Oeming, are joined by showrunner Charlie Huston, and cast members Olesya Rulin (Calista) and Logan Browning (Zora) for a preview of what's to come in the remaining episodes of PlayStation's hit new original series. Moderated by IGN's Roth Cornet.

Richard Hatch (Battlestar Galactica's Tom Zarek/Capt Apollo, Axanar, Cowboys and Engines) hosts a Q&A and discussion with the panel and audience on the fate and future of Battlestar Galactica. Panelists include Dr. Kevin Grazier (science consultant for Battlestar Galactica, Eureka, Fallen Skies, Defiance) and surprise guests. BG trailers and comic reels will be shown.

Kids love wearing costumes and meeting their costumed heroes, so it's no wonder that conventions are a big draw for families! Join this discussion of all things cosplay when kids are involved. The panel includes DIY tips for parents, how to plan a family cosplay, advice for cosplayers when meeting kids, and more. Panelists include cosplayers Kimi Hughes, M.Ed. (Golden Lasso Cosplay), Dina Kampmeyer (founder, Geek Fashion Week) and parents Melody Mooney (Stan Lee's Who Wants to Be a Superhero season 2), Shawn Thomas (story editor, Dog with a Blog, Disney Channel), Kendra Moras (Photography by Kendra Jean), Jennifer Estaris (video game designer), and Kelly Spears (former manager of Hi De Ho Comics), along with moderator Theresa Wollenstein (The League of Extraordinary Ladies). A representative of the 501st legion will be on hand to discuss costuming and charity!

Trevor Roth (COO/head of development) and Tory Mell (producer, Roddenberry Entertainment) present a sneak peek of their newest sci-fi short film. Special guests John Champion and Ken Ray will be on hand to chat about their awesome podcast, Mission Log. There will be a bit of trivia, a giveaway, and a Q&A session moderated by Tory Mell.

Bring the kids to this one! Find out what's happening this year for all your favorite all-ages titles: My Little Pony, Skylanders, Angry Birds, Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Cartoon Network. See sneak peek artwork, hear announcements, but most important, there are free comics for everyone under 18!

The Flash is a fast-paced superhero drama that follows the high-speed adventures of the Fastest Man Alive. After the unexpected and devastating explosion of the S.T.A.R. Labs Particle Accelerator, Central City Police Department CSI Barry Allen finds himself suddenly charged with the incredible power to move at super speeds. While Barry has always been a hero in his soul, his newfound powers have finally given him the ability to act like one. However, Barry was not the only one affected that fateful night. A rash of super-powered villains are now popping up all over Central City. With the help of his friends at S.T.A.R. Labs and his foster-father, Detective Joe West, Barry works to keep his city safe from these "metahumans," while at the same time working to uncover the secrets of and defeat his arch-nemesis, The Man in Yellow, who is responsible for the death of his mother and the wrongful imprisonment of his father. Join Danielle Panabaker, Candice Patton, Carlos Valdes, along with executive producers Greg Berianti and Andrew Kreisberg for a special video presentation and Q&A. From Bonanza Productions Inc. in association with Berlanti Productions and Warner Bros. Television, The Flash airs Tuesdays at 8/7c on The CW.

Back by popular demand, this panel of geeky psychologists discusses the psychology behind such cult TV shows as Doctor Who, Sherlock, Firefly, Arrow, Flash, The Walking Dead, The Legend of Korra, and others. Dr. Janina Scarlet (Superhero Therapy; The Walking Dead Psychology), Dr. Travis Langley (Batman and Psychology; The Walking Dead Psychology), Dr. Billy San Juan (The Walking Dead Psychology), Alan Kistler (Doctor Who, A History; Walking Dead Psychology), Travis Richey (Inspector Space Time), and moderator Jenna Busch (Legion of Leia) discuss such fundamental questions as Does Korra have PTSD? What is happening to the 12th Doctor? What is the role of these TV shows in our lives?

WonderCon Anaheim is going out on a high note! Whedonopolis and FandomCharities.org, the folks who bring you the Buffy musical Once More With Feeling, to close out the San Diego Comic-Con, present an interactive screening of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog! Come and revel in the musical genius of The Whedons! But remember, the best part of the show is up to you! Cheer for Dr. Horrible! Cheer for Penny! Cheer for Moist! Cheer for the Freeze Ray! Cheer, or whatever, for "Captain Hammer, Corporate Tool!" Just have fun and be sure to make Bad Horse gleeful. There will be audience participation; it isn't just for Rocky Horror and mob riots anymore.