Cartoon Network And Adult Swim Announce Comic-Con Panels And Events
Cartoon NetworkandAdult Swimhas announced a number of panels, fan events and signings at 2009 Comic-Con International, which takes place July 23rd – 26th, 2009 in San Diego. Check out the full list after the jump. All times, dates and locations subject to change.
CARTOON NETWORK AND ADULT SWIM PANELS
THURSDAY, JULY 23ADULT SWIM:Robot Chickenw/Titan Maximum3:00 – 4:00 p.m.Location: 6A
Moderator: Keith Crofford, vice president of production Adult Swim
Seth Green(co-creator,Robot ChickenandTitan Maximum),Matthew Senreich(co-creator,Robot ChickenandTitan Maximum),Tom Root(head writer,Robot Chicken/co-creator,Titan Maximum) andDoug Goldstein(head writer,Robot Chicken) withChris McKay,Breckin Meyer,Kevin Shinick,Mike FasoloandDan Milanodiscuss the popular Adult Swim seriesRobot Chicken. They also discuss the upcoming new stop-motion animated seriesTitan Maximum,slated to premiere on Adult Swim this fall.CARTOON NETWORK COMEDY – ORIGINAL ANIMATION4:15 – 5:15 p.m.Location: 6A
Moderator: Brian Miller, senior vice president and general manager Cartoon Network Studios
Come join us for a panel celebrating three of the best comedies from Cartoon Network Studios. First up is a sweet treat withChowder, including special guestsC.H. Greenblatt(creator),Tara Strong(voice of Truffles) andDana Snyder(voice of Gazpacho). Then set sail withThe Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjackand creatorThurop Van Orman(voice of Flapjack) andSteve Little(writer, voice of fan favorite Dr. Barber). Finally, hold on to your seats for a sneak peak of the new series,Adventure Time with Finn and Jake,with creatorPendelton Ward.
FRIDAY, JULY 24WB PANEL: BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD10:00 – 11:00 a.m.Location: 6B
Moderator: Sam Register, executive producer
Gotham takes over San Diego asDiedrich Bader(Surf’s Up), the voice of Batman, returns to headline a panel alongsideJohn DiMaggio(Futurama),the voice of Aquaman, executive producerSam Register(Teen Titans), producerJames Tucker(Justice League Unlimited), producer and story editorMichael Jelenic(The Batman) and voice directorAndrea Romano(Superman Doomsday). Fans will enjoy a discussion and lively Q&A as this dynamic and creative team look back upon the show’s incredible first season and provide an exclusive look at what season two holds for the Caped Crusader. From Warner Bros. Animation,Batman: The Brave and the Boldairs on Cartoon Network.
LUCASFILM PANEL:Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Building the Universe11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: 7 ABThe Clone Warsexpanded the scope ofStar Warsbeyond anything seen in the feature films – but Season One was just the beginning. Get a rare glimpse into the epic scale of the ongoing galactic conflict with supervising director Dave Filoni and key production staff from the series. Find out insider secrets about building theStar Warsgalaxy, making the first season of the groundbreaking series and what’s to come in Season Two!LUCASFILM PANEL:Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Behind the mic12:00 – 1:00 p.m.Location: 7 AB
Season Two ofStar Wars: The CloneWars is coming in hot, and you’re able to believe that the talented voice cast has something to say about it! Join supervising director Dave Filoni as he talks with the actors behind your favorite Clone Wars characters, and get an intimate look at the animated antics inside the recording studio – as well as some unique and exclusive insights into what’s coming this Fall!
The BBC PANEL: THE MIGHTY BOOSH4:45 – 5:45 p.m.Location: 6A
Cult comedy favorite and BAFTA-nominated, The Mighty Boosh, comes to Comic-Con for the first time to celebrate the airing of all three seasons on Adult Swim, and the BBC’s DVD release, just two days before the convention begins. Inspired by the Perrier Comedy Award-winning live comedy show, creators-starsJulian BarrattandNoel Fielding, along with actorsMichael Fielding, Rich FulcherandDave Brown. The hit UK comedy series follows crazy zookeepers Howard Moon and Vince Noir and was described by The San Jose Mercury News as “an acid-trip fantasy-comedy [that] is seriously deranged and seriously funny.”
LUCASFILM PANEL:The Star WarsSpectacular5:15 – 6:15 p.m.Location: Hall H
Get all the latest news from theStar Warsuniverse – including some of Lucasfilm’s most tightly-guarded secrets! Join our galaxy of guests fromThe Clone Warsand beyond, including supervising director Dave Filoni, voice talent from the show and more!
SATURDAY, JULY 25CARTOON NETWORK ACTION ADVENTURE ANIMATION: BEN 1011:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Location: 6DE
Moderator: Tramm Wigzell director of development, original series Cartoon Network
It’s all about Ben 10 at this panel featuring directorAlex Winterand cast membersRyan Kelley(Ben),Galadriel Stineman(Gwen),Nathan Keyes(Kevin) andAlyssa Diaz(Elena) from the live-action movieBen 10: Alien Swarmcoming this fall on Cartoon Network. Also appearing areBen 10 Alien ForceproducerGlenn Murakami, story editorDwayne McDuffieandYuri Lowenthal(voice of Ben). Make sure not to miss an exclusive look at what’s coming next with a sneak peak ofGenerator Rexand the first images from the upcoming series,Sym-Bionic Titan,by creator Genndy Tartakovsky (Samurai Jack, Dexter’s Laboratory).
ADULT SWIM: Series Development andThe Venture Bros.6:00 – 7:15 p.m.Location: 6DE
Fans will get the chance to hear from the Adult Swim development team and get a first look at upcoming Adult Swim programming.Nick Weidenfeld, director of development for Adult Swim andMatt Harrigan, executive producer/series writer for Adult Swim will give highlights of what’s in the tube for fall 2009. Then,Jackson Publick(co-creator),Doc Hammer(co-creator),Jon Schnepp(co-director),James Urbaniak(voice of Dr. Venture) andMike Sinterniklaas(voice of Dean Venture) discuss the hit animated Adult Swim seriesTheVenture Bros.and give fans insight into the future of the series.
SUNDAY, JULY 26MATTEL PANEL: Hot Wheels Battle Force 5
12:00-1:00
Location: 7AB
Hot Wheels Battle Force 5: World Premiere!– Be the first to see an episode of the all new CG-animated series,Hot Wheels Battle Force 5!The series starts this August on Cartoon Network and tells the story of a group of teen drivers and their 5 ultra-cool, ultra-fast vehicles. Their mission is to protect the Earth from The Sark, an army of evil robots, and The Vandals, a species of super-predators. After the screening, join producerAudu Paden(Spider-Man: The New Animated Series), directorJohnny Darrell(Storm Hawks) and real-life Hot Wheels car designers for a behind-the-scenes peek at how the series was created. There will also be plenty of fun activities, trivia, and lots and lots of great prizes!WB PANEL: Zoinks!Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins12:30 – 2:30 p.m.Location: 6DE
Moderator: TBA
Come join everyone’s favorite Great Dane as Warner Premiere & Cartoon Network presentScooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins. The all-new, live-action/CGI film reveals the origins of the Mystery Inc. gang on their first mission together. Be the first to witness the film, then stay for a fun-filled panel featuring directorBrian Levant(Beethoven,Snow Dogs), producerBrian Gilbert(Wrong Turn, Skinwalkers) and introducing the all-new live-action cast:Robbie Amell(Life With Derek,True Jackson VP) as Fred,Kate Meltonas Daphne,Hayley Kiyokoas Velma andNick Palatasas Shaggy. Also expected to attend is Frank Welker, a member of the originalScooby-Doo, Where Are You!voice-cast, who provides the voice of Scooby-Doo forScooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins– which will premiere on Cartoon Network and be distributed by Warner Home Video in Fall 2009.
ADULT SWIM SIGNINGS
Adult Swim Booth: 3351
Friday, July 24
Noel Fielding, Julian Barrett, Michael Fielding, Dave Brown, Richard Fulcher
Seth Green, Matt Senreich, Breckin Meyer, Chris McKay
Saturday, July 25
Seth Green, Matt Senreich, Doug Goldstein, Tom Root
Jackson Publick and Doc Hammer
ADULT SWIM FAN EVENTSTIM & ERIC AWESOME SHOW PERFORMANCE
Friday, July 24, 7 p.m.
Location: 4thand B, 345 B Street
Enjoy a live performance featuring Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim. Much like the television series on Adult Swim, the live show is a fast-paced, variety show, complete with short films, parodies, pranks and musical numbers.
The BBC AND ADULT SWIM PRESENT: THE MIGHTY BOOSH BASH(A full cast DJ Set)
Friday, July 24, 11 p.m.
Location: 4th and B, 345 B Street
A multi-media DJ set house party featuring the full cast ofThe Mighty Boosh, including Noel Fielding and Julian Barrett. The cast will spin records and perform bits. For more information, go towww.themightyboosh.co.uk
TIM AND ERIC AWESOME-CON 2009
Saturday, July 25, 12 -3 p.m.
Location: Embarcadero Marina Park North
Picnic in the park hosted by Tim and Eric and other characters from the show with fan challenges (costume contest, karaoke contest, etc).
ROBOT CHICKEN FAN EVENT
Saturday, July 25, 8 – 11p.m.
Location: Skate San Diego, 700 East 24thStreet, National City, CA 91950
Join Robot Chicken creators and executive producers Seth Green and Matt Senreich for a special preview party – Comic Con Style – kicking off their two week roller skating tour to promote the release of theRobot Chicken: Star Wars Episode IIDVD. The free, all ages party is open to the public and will feature a guest DJ, specialRobot Chickenguests, including the show’s writers and producers, celebrity guest stars,Robot Chicken-themed activities and games, and exclusive Adult Swim merchandise.
CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
Thursday, July 23
Chowder:C.H. Greenblatt, Tara Strong, Dana SnyderThe Misadventures of Flapjack:Thurop Van Orman, Steve Little
