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Comic book culture – and everything in its orbit – is set to be celebrated at the Bankhead Theater when ComicCon Livermore returns “for a day of adventure, creativity and family fun” this Saturday.
Billed as “a place where fandoms collide and imagination knows no bounds”, the free event in the heart of downtown will feature the O’Hana ComicCon on the Bankhead Plaza, a costume contest on stage, interactive comic art, face painting, industry vendors, an author panel discussion and a special appearance by voice actor John Morris of “Toy Story” fame.
“This year’s ComicCon Livermore event promises to be an exhilarating celebration of all things geek culture, showcasing a vibrant tapestry of artists in all genres, including graphic novel, manga, crime/noir, sci-fi, horror, fantasy, slice of life, adventure, humor, and romance,” Livermore Valley Arts officials said.
“ComicCon Livermore will be the ultimate destination for fans of all ages to come together and celebrate the magic of comics,” they added.
The author panel, moderated by Towne Center Books owner Judy Wheeler, will feature creators Trevor Dutcher, TE McArthur, Jeffrey Hallett, Michael Spencer and Betsy Streeter.
Special guests include Morris, who voiced Andy in the “Toy Story” movies, as well as R2D2 and Ak-rev from the “Star Wars” franchise.
The event, which is free and open to the public, is set to run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday (June 27) at the downtown theater and plaza at 2400 First St. ComicCon arrives in the middle of a busy weekend for the Bankhead, which includes Eagles tribute One of These Nights in concert Friday and the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir on Saturday night.
For more information, go to livermorearts.org.
