TMNT Film Stars to Reunite at Long Beach Comic Con
Brian Tochi, Kenn Scott, François Chau, Ernie Reyes Jr. and Robbie Rist will appear on the Main Stage Q&A panel.
The actors from the 1990s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movies are reuniting at Long Beach Comic Con. Brian Tochi, Kenn Scott, François Chau, Ernie Reyes Jr., and Robbie Rist will appear together to meet fans, and event organizers noted attendees 'won't want to miss their Q&A panel.'
The Shell-a-bration Q&A
Sunday, 2:30 - 3:15 PM - Main Stage (Room 104 AB)
Ticket Discounts
Attendees can use the code EARLY10LBCC to get 10% off all non-VIP tickets, and the code LBCCKIDSFREE to get free kids tickets. The 10% off discount ends on August 31. Only one code works per order; redeeming both the free kids code and the 10% off code requires two separate transactions.
Pre-Order TMNT Exclusive
A Long Beach Comic Con exclusive variant cover of TMNT Saturday Morning Adventures #40 will be available only at the convention. Cover art is by Jerry Gaylord and Penelope Gaylord, who will be attending all weekend. VIPs will get this cover included with their pass, and a virgin cover variant will also be available for sale at the show, or available to pre-order in advance.
Panel Highlights: Comic Artists, Creators, & Authors
Spotlight on Skye-Tiger: Fly High, Be Fierce!
Saturday, 12:30 PM - Panel Room 1 (101 B)
The creative team behind Studio Skye-Tiger will hold an exclusive headliner spotlight on identity, representation, and the power of inclusive storytelling. The panel features studio founder Ray-Anthony Height (Midnight Tiger, X-Men Blue), writer Jamal Anansi (Ebony & The Hall of Dragons), animator and creator Marcus D. Newsome (Lightning Strike), storyteller Shayla Height (What The #$%& Mama!), and Nex Vierling (The Power Company), discussing how they built their narrative voice and an environment where diverse creators can thrive.
Drawing the Galaxy with Tom Hodges
Saturday, 1:30 PM - Panel Room 3 (103 AB)
Comic artist Tom Hodges will give a behind-the-scenes look at his career illustrating franchises including Star Wars, The Simpsons, Transformers, HALO, and The Lord of the Rings, sharing stories from his years in comics and entertainment and discussing his creative process, character design, and breaking into the industry.
Writing Comics 101: From Idea to Page
Saturday, 4:30 PM - Panel Room 3 (103 AB)
This beginner-friendly panel covers the essentials of comic writing, including crafting characters and dialogue, pacing, panel flow, and visual storytelling, aimed at aspiring writers and creators with no experience required.
From Page to Screen: Writing Comics and Multimedia Stories
Sunday, 11:30 AM - Panel Room 3 (103 AB)
Professional writers and creators will discuss building characters, crafting visual narratives, collaborating with artists, and adapting stories across multiple media.
The Challenges and Triumphs Of Writing YA Books
Sunday, 2:30 PM - Panel Room 3 (103 AB)
A panel of writers and creators will share insights on building authentic characters, telling meaningful stories, and reaching a young adult audience through the comics medium.
JSA Authentication
James Spence Authentication (JSA) will offer on-site authentication for items signed at Long Beach Comic Con, as well as accepting previously signed memorabilia brought from home.
Guest Pricing and Photo Ops
Guest pricing for autographs, selfies, and more offered by celebrity guests is available in advance, and professional photo-ops and team-ups are also available to purchase now.
