Major Spoilers
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Discord RSS
    Major Spoilers
    • Home
    • Reviews
      • Random Access Memory
      • Retro Review
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Podcasts
      • Critical Hit
        • Critical Hit House Rules
        • Critical Hit World Building
      • Dueling Review
      • Finally Friday
      • Geek History Lesson
      • The Legion Clubhouse
      • Major Spoilers Podcast
        • MSP TPB for 2019
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2013
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2012
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2011
      • Munchkin Land
      • Top Five
      • Wayne’s Comics
      • Zach on Film
    • Features
      • Casual 60
      • Comic Casting Couch
      • Comics Portal
      • Did You Hear?
      • Editorials
      • Features
      • Gamer’s Corner
      • Hero Histories
      • Let’s Get Nerdy
      • Major Spoilers Adventures
      • Random Access Memory
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Movies
      • Did You Hear
      • Movies
      • Television
    • Comic Previews
    • Patreon
      • Patreon
      • Store
    Major Spoilers
    comic convention

    Wizard Buys Big Apple Con

    Stephen SchleicherBy Stephen SchleicherApril 9, 20093 Comments3 Mins Read

    wizarduniverse_2049_1255526482.jpg

    Here’s something that makes a whole lot of sense; your company is letting people go left and right, you cancel and/or postpone Wizard World Texas and Wizard World Los Angeles, so you go out and purchase the Big Apple Convention.  To make matters even more confusing, Gareb Shamus is moving the show to October 16 – 18, 2009, which just so happens to be the same month that the New York Comic Con had announced it is moving to.  If Shamus and Wizard wanted to stir up a hornet’s nest of publicity on a slow news day, it certainly succeeded in that.

    The complete press release after the jump, and don’t forget the comment section for you to do all that talk backin’ that y’all do so well.

    Gareb Shamus, CEO of New York-based Wizard Entertainment, today announced he has acquired Big Apple Con, one of the trailblazing brands in the comic book and pop culture world, and the longest running annual show in New York City. The “new” Big Apple Con is moving to Pier 94 in Manhattan the weekend of October 16-18, 2009.

    “I’ve been going to shows in New York City since I was a kid and I have a fondness for Big Apple Con,” Shamus said. “Today’s acquisition fulfills a dream of running a mega-show in New York City unlike anything there’s ever been.”

    This move also enjoys tremendous support and enthusiasm from industry leaders. “Diamond is really looking forward to working closely with our friends at Wizard as they expand into the New York market,” said Bill Schanes, Vice President for Purchasing at Diamond Comics. “We anticipate a great event based on their ability to attract key talent, to promote and market the event, and at the same time to give consumers a tremendous value for their admission price.”

    Ed Fleming, CEO/Founder of Video Game Expo (VGXPO), the largest East Coast expo of its kind, announced recently its partnership with Wizard World Philly. Now, VGXPO will expand its relationship to include Chicago Comic-Con and Big Apple Con, as well. “Our partnership provides VGXPO with the ability to rapidly grow our footprint from Philadelphia to Chicago and now New York City,” he said. “We look forward to working and sharing our passion for video games with all the fans in New York.”

    Michael Carbonaro, the longtime and current producer of the show, will continue to provide his limitless creativity and enthusiasm to the show.

    Exhibitors will need to act fast, though, as Big Apple Con has been sold out for years. Those wishing to be a part of this exciting event should contact:

    Show Manager – Benji DeJohn – bdejohn@wizardent.com (440) 567-0801

    Media Contact – Joe Favorito – fatherknickerbocker1@yahoo.com (917) 566-8345

    via Wizard

    admission price comic book Complete Press culture world diamond comics east coast fleming Fondness game expo Hornet hornet s nest industry leaders manhattan New York Comic Con pop culture publicity slow news day Video Game whole lot wizard world los angeles
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleBlackest Night Cover Finalized
    Next Article The Phantom Wears Velcro Sneakers
    Stephen Schleicher
    • Website
    • Twitter

    Stephen Schleicher began his career writing for the Digital Media Online community of sites, including Digital Producer and Creative Mac covering all aspects of the digital content creation industry. He then moved on to consumer technology, and began the Coolness Roundup podcast. A writing fool, Stephen has freelanced for Sci-Fi Channel's Technology Blog, and Gizmodo. Still longing for the good ol' days, Stephen launched Major Spoilers in July 2006, because he is a glutton for punishment. You can follow him on Twitter @MajorSpoilers and tell him your darkest secrets...

    Related Posts

    Geek History Lesson #445 – Best Geeky Prose Reads

    Read More

    GALLERY: Los Angeles Comic Con 2022 Cosplay

    Read More

    Spider-Man and Black Cat’s relationship heats up in Amazing Spider-Man

    Read More

    3 Comments

    1. BMBG on April 9, 2009 11:57 am

      So what the hell is it with Wizard these days, anyway? I signed-up on their message boards recently, apparently just as some really heavy doo-doo was hitting the fan. Staffers were beginning to post some personal thoughts on the matter, and apparently what happened was some gun-nut took over as EIC(or a similar position) and drove everyone crazy. Wizard is apparently even publishing(or were for a brief time) some wacky “Soldier of Fortune” magazine just to sate this guy’s love of all things that go BANG! And that’s where some of the more recognizable names from Wizard were being let go, as the general mood and atmosphere around there went to all levels of insane.

      Keep in mind, this is all message board chatter, but it’s chatter coming from Wizard staffers, former or otherwise, themselves. All I know is, the quality of the mag has gone downhill since the format change(where they went from comic-sized magazine to standard-sized), and the website has barely been updated since the end of February. I’m thinking Wizard’s days are more or less numbered.

      Thankfully I found this website…It does a better Wizard than Wizard. :)

      Reply
    2. Jim on April 9, 2009 6:23 pm

      It’s also a strange thing b/c Wizard already has a pretty good and usually well attended show in Philly. Why do they need one in NYC, competing with NYCC, which did very well a couple months ago in spite of the tough economy? Big Apple Con was not well run and a good 2nd mainstream convention in NYC (there’s already the MoCCA-fest for indie comics) could be cool but why put it in the same month??? Makes no sense. Crash and burn…..

      Reply
    3. doubledumbassonyou on April 10, 2009 12:52 pm

      I’ve been going to their Philly show for the last two years, and with a totally lack luster guest list for this year’s con there isn’t much confidence for 09. I’m not the only one who suspects that this may be the last year for the ‘con. There are more has been wrassler’s and worn down divas than creators. Not even Joey Q has committed to the show yet …

      Reply

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Support this site by making a purchase through our Amazon affiliate links

    Reviews
    7.0
    January 29, 2023

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The Last Ronin: Lost Years #1 Review

    7.0
    January 29, 2023

    Dragon Age: The Missing #1 Review

    7.0
    January 29, 2023

    Retro Review: Showcase #34 (October 1961)

    8.0
    January 28, 2023

    Batman – Catwoman: One Bad Day #1 Review

    8.0
    January 28, 2023

    Hell to Pay #3 Review

    Patreon Support
    Major Spoilers Store
    Recent Comments
    • Frank on Retro Review: Showcase #34 (October 1961)
    • Jimmie Vinson on Strange Academy #10 Review
    • Jonathan Cadotte on So You Want To Read Comics: The Civil Rights Movement
    • Simon DelMonte on Legion Clubhouse #135: The Prophet Has Spoken!
    • Robin Gonzales on The Dunwich Horror – Chapter 01
    Subscribe to the Major Spoilers E-Mail List
    Sponsor

    ComiXology Home Page

    Follow Us
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • Twitch
    ComiXology Home Page">
    Major Spoilers Patreon
    • About
      • Major Spoilers Terms of Use
      • Major Spoilers Frequently Asked Questions
      • Major Spoilers Privacy Policy Statement
      • Major Spoilers Podcast Gear
    • Contact
    • Cookie Policy (EU)
    Major Spoilers is copyright 2006-2022 by Major Spoilers Entertainment, LLC

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.