About Florida Supercon 2015
May 15, 2015 (Miami, FL) – Now in its tenth year, Florida Supercon, one of the country’s largest comic convention and pop culture events, returns to Miami Beach June 25-28, 2015 to fill fans’ love for comic books, anime, animation, video game, fantasy, Sci-Fi and pop culture genres. This 4-day event has something for everyone, from celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, panels, Q&A’s, film screenings, cosplay and costume contests, vendors, parties, workshops, video gaming, children’s events and more.
"We are excited to return to Miami Beach for the tenth Florida Supercon. The growth we've experienced is humbling, and we are expecting to entertain even more fans this year. We estimate our audience to grow to more than 50,000 people for this event," said Florida Supercon Founder Mike Broder.
Celebrities, Voice Actors & Comic Guests
Florida Supercon will host several opportunities for fans to see their favorite celebrities, voice actors and comic book industry guests, with a full agenda of panels, Q&A’s, photo opportunities and more
Attendees can meet their favorite movie and TV personalities, including:
Peter Mayhew and Billy Dee Williams from the Star Wars movies;
Joey Lauren Adams, Jason Mewes, Brian O’Halloran and Marilyn Ghigliotti, the stars of Clerks, Chasing Amy, Mallrats and Dogma
Billie Piper, Paul McGann, Eric Roberts and Simon Fisher-Becker from Doctor Who
Brett Dalton, Maximilian Hernandez and Eddie McClintock from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Manu Bennett from Arrow, Emilie de Ravin from Once Upon A Time, Shawn Ashmore from X-Men, and more
WWE & WWF wrestlers and personalities such as Jerry “The King” Lawler, John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Ron Simmons, Tito Santana, Mickie James, and more
Children’s characters and cartoon voice actors will include personalities from Frozen, Adventure Time, Sailor Moon, Tiny Toons Adventures, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Spongebob Squarepants, Rocko’s Modern Life, Super Mario Bros., Power Rangers, Dragon Ball Z, and Attack on Titan, among others.
Florida Supercon will also feature legendary comic book artists, writers and comic industry professionals from Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Valiant Comics and others, such as John Romita, Jr., Jim Shooter, Bill Jemas, Neal Adams, Frank Quitely, James O’Barr, Ivan Reis, and more.
Cosplay and Costume Events and Competitions
Florida Supercon has the largest cosplay and costuming events of any convention in the state of Florida, with non-stop panels, workshops, contests and photo shoots for 4 days straight, including:
Kids Costume Competition Open to all ages 13 and under, this contest will be “runway” style with both individual and group awards. Click here for more details.
Costume Competition is the most competitive costuming event in Florida with over $5,000 in cash and prizes available. The contest is open to all skill levels to ensure both novice and experienced costumers have a chance to shine. Click here for more details.
Masquerade Costume and Performance Competition More than just a costume contest, this is a talent competition with performances by individuals and groups portraying their favorite characters. Click here for more details.
Top Celebrity Q&As at Florida Supercon
Batman Unlimited Q&A - Friday June 26, 12:45pm: The stars of Batman Unlimited, the new Batman animated series take the main stage. Join Roger Craig Smith "Batman" and Dana Snyder "The Penguin" to learn more about the new series.
Billy Dee Williams Q&A - Saturday June 27, 12:00pm: Join Billy Dee Williams, "Lando Calrissian" of Star Wars on the main stage for a special Q&A.
Billie Piper Q&A - Saturday June 27 3:15pm: Join Billie Piper for a special Q&A on the main stage. Billie Piper is best known for her roles as Rose Tyler in Doctor Who, Brona in Penny Dreadful, and Hannah Baxter / Belle de Jour in Secret Diary of a Call Girl.
Rocko’s Modern Life Reunion, Q&A, and Script Reading - Saturday June 27, 4:15pm: Join the cast of Rocko's Modern Life as they take the stage to share their memories of this amazing show, featuring Carlos Alazraqui (Rocko, Spunky, Leon, and Bloaty), Tom Kenny (Heffer Wolfe, Earl, Squirmy, Chuck, and the singing voice of Filburt Turtle), and Charlie Adler (Ed Bighead, Bev Bighead, Gladys the Hippo Lady, and Mr. Dupette). There will be an episode screening, followed by a script reading, followed by a Q&A. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for fans of Rocko's Modern Life!
Peter Mayhew Q&A - Sunday June 28, 4:30pm: Peter "Chewbacca" Mayhew takes the stage for a Q&A on his 40-year career as everyone's favorite Wookie!
Super Geek Film Festival
The convention will host Super Geek Film Festival from June 25-28, 2015, and is dedicated to presenting geek interest films of all types, ranging from documentary, narrative, animation, experimental and fan films. Fans will be able to enjoy films from a variety of genres from geek culture, comics, gaming, animation, anime, manga, science fiction, fantasy, RPG, robotics, technology, and more. Films will be presented from all kinds of filmmakers, including professional, amateur and students from high school and college. To learn more, click here.
Convention Event Hours and Agenda
Florida Supercon will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For special hotel rates and other accommodations, click here.
Convention Hours are as follows:
Thursday, June 25: 12:00pm – 1:00am (Exhibition Room: 12:00pm – 8:00pm)
Friday, June 26: 10:00am – 1:00am (Exhibition Room: 10:00am – 8:00pm)
Saturday, June 27: 10:00am – 2:00am (Exhibition Room: 10:00am – 8:00pm)
Sunday, June 28: 10:00am – 12:00am (Exhibition Room: 10:00am – 6:30pm)
To view the complete list of activities, see the agenda.
About Florida Supercon
Now in its tenth year, Florida Supercon is one of the country’s largest conventions for comic books, anime, animation, video game, fantasy, Sci-Fi and pop culture genres, and the largest in South Florida. This 4-day event features celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&A’s, films & shorts, costume and cosplay contests, vendors, parties, anime, workshops, video gaming, children’s events and more for the whole family. The convention has continued to grow from its first event held in November 2006 with 1,500 attendees to over 43,000 in 2014. Seeing that there was a need for more geek culture events in South Florida, Florida Supercon Founder Mike Broder has launched several other festivals, including Animate Miami (formally Anime Supercon) and Magic City Comic Con. For more information, please visit http://floridasupercon.com. All photos courtesy of Florida Supercon.
Florida Supercon Celebrates A Decade of Comics and Pop Culture
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| Yancy Martinez Brotonel |
"We are excited to return to Miami Beach for the tenth Florida Supercon. The growth we've experienced is humbling, and we are expecting to entertain even more fans this year. We estimate our audience to grow to more than 50,000 people for this event," said Florida Supercon Founder Mike Broder.
Celebrities, Voice Actors & Comic Guests
Florida Supercon will host several opportunities for fans to see their favorite celebrities, voice actors and comic book industry guests, with a full agenda of panels, Q&A’s, photo opportunities and more
Attendees can meet their favorite movie and TV personalities, including:
Peter Mayhew and Billy Dee Williams from the Star Wars movies;
Joey Lauren Adams, Jason Mewes, Brian O’Halloran and Marilyn Ghigliotti, the stars of Clerks, Chasing Amy, Mallrats and Dogma
Billie Piper, Paul McGann, Eric Roberts and Simon Fisher-Becker from Doctor Who
Brett Dalton, Maximilian Hernandez and Eddie McClintock from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Manu Bennett from Arrow, Emilie de Ravin from Once Upon A Time, Shawn Ashmore from X-Men, and more
WWE & WWF wrestlers and personalities such as Jerry “The King” Lawler, John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Ron Simmons, Tito Santana, Mickie James, and more
Children’s characters and cartoon voice actors will include personalities from Frozen, Adventure Time, Sailor Moon, Tiny Toons Adventures, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Spongebob Squarepants, Rocko’s Modern Life, Super Mario Bros., Power Rangers, Dragon Ball Z, and Attack on Titan, among others.
Florida Supercon will also feature legendary comic book artists, writers and comic industry professionals from Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Valiant Comics and others, such as John Romita, Jr., Jim Shooter, Bill Jemas, Neal Adams, Frank Quitely, James O’Barr, Ivan Reis, and more.
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| Yancy Martinez Brotonel |
Florida Supercon has the largest cosplay and costuming events of any convention in the state of Florida, with non-stop panels, workshops, contests and photo shoots for 4 days straight, including:
Kids Costume Competition Open to all ages 13 and under, this contest will be “runway” style with both individual and group awards. Click here for more details.
Costume Competition is the most competitive costuming event in Florida with over $5,000 in cash and prizes available. The contest is open to all skill levels to ensure both novice and experienced costumers have a chance to shine. Click here for more details.
Masquerade Costume and Performance Competition More than just a costume contest, this is a talent competition with performances by individuals and groups portraying their favorite characters. Click here for more details.
Top Celebrity Q&As at Florida Supercon
Batman Unlimited Q&A - Friday June 26, 12:45pm: The stars of Batman Unlimited, the new Batman animated series take the main stage. Join Roger Craig Smith "Batman" and Dana Snyder "The Penguin" to learn more about the new series.
Billy Dee Williams Q&A - Saturday June 27, 12:00pm: Join Billy Dee Williams, "Lando Calrissian" of Star Wars on the main stage for a special Q&A.
Billie Piper Q&A - Saturday June 27 3:15pm: Join Billie Piper for a special Q&A on the main stage. Billie Piper is best known for her roles as Rose Tyler in Doctor Who, Brona in Penny Dreadful, and Hannah Baxter / Belle de Jour in Secret Diary of a Call Girl.
Rocko’s Modern Life Reunion, Q&A, and Script Reading - Saturday June 27, 4:15pm: Join the cast of Rocko's Modern Life as they take the stage to share their memories of this amazing show, featuring Carlos Alazraqui (Rocko, Spunky, Leon, and Bloaty), Tom Kenny (Heffer Wolfe, Earl, Squirmy, Chuck, and the singing voice of Filburt Turtle), and Charlie Adler (Ed Bighead, Bev Bighead, Gladys the Hippo Lady, and Mr. Dupette). There will be an episode screening, followed by a script reading, followed by a Q&A. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for fans of Rocko's Modern Life!
Peter Mayhew Q&A - Sunday June 28, 4:30pm: Peter "Chewbacca" Mayhew takes the stage for a Q&A on his 40-year career as everyone's favorite Wookie!
Super Geek Film Festival
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| Yancy Martinez Brotonel |
Convention Event Hours and Agenda
Florida Supercon will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For special hotel rates and other accommodations, click here.
Convention Hours are as follows:
Thursday, June 25: 12:00pm – 1:00am (Exhibition Room: 12:00pm – 8:00pm)
Friday, June 26: 10:00am – 1:00am (Exhibition Room: 10:00am – 8:00pm)
Saturday, June 27: 10:00am – 2:00am (Exhibition Room: 10:00am – 8:00pm)
Sunday, June 28: 10:00am – 12:00am (Exhibition Room: 10:00am – 6:30pm)
To view the complete list of activities, see the agenda.
About Florida Supercon
Now in its tenth year, Florida Supercon is one of the country’s largest conventions for comic books, anime, animation, video game, fantasy, Sci-Fi and pop culture genres, and the largest in South Florida. This 4-day event features celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&A’s, films & shorts, costume and cosplay contests, vendors, parties, anime, workshops, video gaming, children’s events and more for the whole family. The convention has continued to grow from its first event held in November 2006 with 1,500 attendees to over 43,000 in 2014. Seeing that there was a need for more geek culture events in South Florida, Florida Supercon Founder Mike Broder has launched several other festivals, including Animate Miami (formally Anime Supercon) and Magic City Comic Con. For more information, please visit http://floridasupercon.com. All photos courtesy of Florida Supercon.
In other words, if you're in Florida and you're a fan, make sure you don't miss out. Bring your family, friends and your significant other. We, Once Upon a Twilight, will be attending Supercon along with our fellow Geek Girls Brunch Miami squad and will be covering this unforgettable event. Make sure to dress up, stop by and enjoy among thousands of fans.
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Start putting your costume together and see you at Florida Supercon!
Get your tickets now!
Who are we excited to meet?
This is a great question. As you, our readers, know we love our Young Adult books. The 100 trilogy is a young adult science fiction trilogy by Kass Morgan. The story is set 97 years after a nuclear war has destroyed civilization, when a spaceship housing humanity's lone survivors sends 100 juvenile delinquents back to Earth in hopes of possibly re-populating the planet. If you're not aware, The CW is set to release third season of this fantastic show. So if you're not watching, then I highly recommend that you do now. Catch up to the show and tweet with us along with our beloved YA authors!
The great news is, recently Eliza Taylor star of The 100 on the CW joins her co-star Bob Morley! Yes, we were stalking Supercon Twitter account, there is no shame. If you don't know them, then start watching NOW!
We are BEYOND thrilled to meet the cast of The 100 at Florida Supercon. *Give us a moment to fangirl*
MEET THE STARS OF THE 100 AT SUPERCON
Not only are we excited to meet them but pretty much we are determined to follow them all day. Okay, just kidding!
ARE YOU EXCITED YET?!
Okay, next on our list is:
MEET THE DOCTOR WHO STARS AT SUPERCON
ROSE!!!!!!
Eh? I mean, Billie Piper! So don't forget to bring your banana!
Meet the fabulous Billie Piper! She is best known for her roles as Rose Tyler in Doctor Who, Brona in Penny Dreadful, and Hannah Baxter / Belle de Jour in Secret Diary of a Call Girl.
Billie Piper is Rose Tyler, Paul McGann is the Eighth Doctor, and Simon Fisher-Becker is Dorium Maldovar, in the Doctor Who universe. All three will be special guests at Florida Supercon 2015.
ALLONS-Y!!!!
There are so many more we are excited to meet but for now, we hope to see you there. We will be bring you more information as we get closer to the date.
Four amazing days, full of Comic Book, Anime, Animation, Video Game, Fantasy with many guests to fan over! Join us at Florida Supercon on June 25-28th! And don't forget to dress up!
Four amazing days, full of Comic Book, Anime, Animation, Video Game, Fantasy with many guests to fan over! Join us at Florida Supercon on June 25-28th! And don't forget to dress up!
(Pictures are from previous Florida Supercon and all credits belong to Yancy Martinez Brotonel).
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