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ElecTRONica Disney California Adventure Park
Jan 13th
Has anyone checked out the all-new electrifying performance in the epic struggle of Man vs. Technology called ElecTRONica at the Walt Disney‘s California Adventure park? If not assimilate yourself into the virtual world of of Walt Disney Pictures TRON: Legacy. A high-energy street festival coinciding with Hollywood Pictures Backlot…Welcome to the Grid groove to the beats of Daft Punk and other live D.J.’s spins techno and dance music. Watch as digitally projected Light Cycles zoom around you and after the party fight enemies at Flynn’s Arcade. There will be tons eclectic street performers specialized in laser martial arts. This is an ongoing experience but it wont last for ever so check the dates to engage into a the virtual world of the future.
Anime Matsuri Mirai Landing Cosplay Convention Video April 6th – 8th 2012
Dec 4th
Great new promotional video for the Anime Matsuri an annual anime & Japanese pop culture convention located in Houston, TX at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, which takes place April 6-8, 2012. Which happens to be Easter weekend so pretty sure there will be loads of cosplay bunnies hopping around! for more information stay posted or you can check out the official website at animematsuri.com
The Smurfs at Hollywood Christmas Parade 2011
Dec 3rd
Here are a few snap shots of your favorite blue phrygian cap wearing characters by Belgian cartoonist Peyo at the 80th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade and at the New York City’s Macy’s 85th Thanksgiving parade. The Smurfs came out to start kick the holidays by promoting their latest movie The Smurfs Christmas special which is already available for Blu-ray DVD and makes a perfect gift this holiday season, so don’t forget to pick up your copy today!
The Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival December 3, 2011
Nov 27th
The third Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival is a special free event suitable for all ages featuring independent comics and graphic art from over 75 artists and publishers displaying and selling their publications. There will be open lectures and panel discussions on comics and graphic novels. The event takes place December 3, 2011 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church 275 North 8th Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn and Union Pool 484 Union Avenue # A New York, NY and with other independent events all over the Brooklyn area in arts and culture institutions.
Macy’s 85th Thanksgiving Day Parade NYC Tim Burton “B” Balloon 2011
Nov 24th
Highlighting the 85th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade NYC. Tim Burton will be introducing one of his twisted characters “B” boy who is stitched together from the used birthday balloons left over from the many children’s parties that took place on the upper floors of London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital. B. boy came out having pointed teeth and uneven stitches and was not allowed to play with the children at the hospital. With his spirit deflated, B. withdrew to his room and watched his favorite film ‘The Red Balloon.’ Hoping one day he too would be able to fly above the city and bring joy to one small child. Today is his day!
Macys 2011 85th Thanksgiving Parade
Nov 23rd
When: November 24
Where: New York City – Herald Square; National Telecast on NBC
The Macys Thanksgiving day parade is celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, over 3 million people will line up in the streets of New York starting at Herald Square and 50 million people who tune into NBC on November 24, 2011. To watch the one-of-a-kind floats, giant balloon floats of some of the most popular cartoon, comic and movie mascots, this year the parade introduces a few characters to the event from likes and works of mastermind Tim Burton and video game companies like Sega. Stay posted we will have a full coverage of every cartoon animated themed balloon from the event.
New Jersey Comic Expo Holy Batvention Teaneck Armory
Nov 11th
Holy Batvention Batman! this weekend starting November 12th through the 13th 2011 grab your spandex and point ears and grab your side kick for the best comic convention in New Jersey. The Teaneck Comic Expo will be held at the Teaneck Armory from 10am till 6pm featuring 30,00 square feet of comics and collectibles! Fan will also get a special screening of the 1966 Batman Movie at the Landmark Loews Jersey Theater November 12 at 7pm.
The S.H.I.E.L.D. helicarrier at the Marvel booth
Oct 15th
At this years New York Comic Con Marvel really out did themselves with the interior of S.H.I.E.L.D. helicarrier booth and photo opt. If your not familiar with S.H.I.E.L.D. helicarrier it is an aircraft carrier specifically designed Built by Stark Industries designed by Tony Stark. The word S.H.I.E.L.D. is the abbreviation for Strategic Hazard Intervention Espionage Logistics Directorate (Earth-616). This S.H.I.E.L.D. helicarrier has The Advengers logo to promote the new Advengers movie dropping May 4, 2012. More >
Transformers Dark of the Moon Deluxes Soundwave and Wheeljack at the NYCC 2011
Oct 13th
The wait is over starting today Transformers fans will be able to check out the Transformers Dark of the Moon Deluxes Soundwave and Wheeljack are on display at NYCC. These figurines were teased by Hasbro at the San Diego Comic Con this past Summer. Lucky The New York Comic Con get the first peak. The figures are part of DOTM Deluxe wave 6, which is scheduled to hit shelves in December 2011 just in time for Christmas! More >
Heavenly BENTO
Sep 11th
On September 17, 2009 heavenly BENTO hits post theater at the Japan Society NYC. Japanese media artist Hiroko Tanahashi and director Max Schumache come together to create a captivating experience that covers the five senses with dance, text and real food. More >
