ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Big Lick is getting ready for its next “Epic” weekend of fantasy and storytelling brought to life with the ‘Big Lick Comic Con.’
You can join all the fun and “unforgettable” action this year at the Berglund Center this Saturday, February 1, and Sunday, February 2 in Berglund Hall.
Event organizers promise a knockout lineup of panels, reunions, and contests on stage from fan favorites and recognizable creators in the industry.
SATURDAY:
1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Creating Deadpool and A Life in Comics
Q&A with the legendary Fabian Nicieza, co-creator of Deadpool, hosted by the one and only Claire Lim!
2 p.m. – 96.ROV Air Guitar Contest
Rock out for your chance to WIN Metallica tickets! Bring your best riffs and show us your inner rock star. Contestants must sign up by January 30th at https://rovrocks.iheart.com/…/show-us-your-best-air…/
3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Power Rangers Reunion
Morphin’ Time! Join Jason Narvy and Paul Schrier (aka Bulk & Skull) as they take the stage, hosted by Claire Lim!
4 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Reunion
Cowabunga! Meet the voices behind your favorite turtles and friends—Rob Paulsen, Renee Jacobs, Cam Clarke, Townsend Coleman, and Barry Gordon—hosted by Claire Lim!
SUNDAY:
12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m. – SGT. Slaughter Q&A
Attention! Sit down with the WWE Hall of Famer and GI Joe legend, SGT. Slaughter, hosted by Claire Lim!
1:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. – Breaking into Comics with JD Sutphin
Have dreams of creating comics? Get insider tips and inspiration from Roanoke’s own JD Sutphin, hosted by Claire Lim!
2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – PM: Michael Cudlitz Q&A
Walker fans, unite! Catch Michael Cudlitz, known for The Walking Dead and beyond, in this must-see panel hosted by Claire Lim.
3 p.m. – Super Carlin Brothers Harry Potter Trivia
Accio trivia wizards! Test your Potter knowledge and compete for awesome prizes with the Super Carlin Brothers!
4 p.m. – Cosplay Competition