Update (4/3/15): Horror lovers are in for a treat this year with the likes of Cassandra Peterson, a.k.a. the legendary Elvira, and AHS star Naomi Grossman already set to show up. Now things are being taken to the next level with the "Grandfather of Zombie Films" George A. Romero scaring his way to St. Louis! Making cinematic history with Night of the Living Dead (1968), Romero has continued to set the bar as great films (and their remakes) like Dawn of the Dead, Creepshow and The Crazies continue to impress average movie watchers and film professinals alike.
If your not into blood, gore and brains, then let's get back to the comics and say hello to Hayley Atwell! Yes, the classy and supremely hot, 'Agent Carter' will be in attendance on Saturday and Sunday only. Get up close with Captain America's main squeeze along with other Marvel stars Dave Bautista and Michael Rooker (Guardians of the Galaxy) and B. J. Britt (Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.).
Update (3/26/15): Grab your Infinity Stone and get your tickets now, WWE Superstar turned actor Dave Bautista will be in St. Louis for the Wizard World event! After leaving the WWE some years back, the "Animal" set out to make a name for himself in Hollywood. He was easy enough to spot in films like Riddick and The Man with the Iron Fists but Bautista's break out role came in the form of the revenge seeking "Drax the Destroyer" in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. With his star steadily rising, Bautista has been rumored to take on another high profile role as the "Kurgan" in the Highlander remake. Along side Bautista, WWE's popular pale-skinned diva Paige is set to make an appearance. Also recently added are Christian Kane (Angel, Leverage), Billy Boyd (The Lord of the Rings Trilogy), Joey Lawrence (Gimme A Break!, Melissa & Joey) and Michael Rooker (Guardians of the Galaxy, The Walking Dead).
Update (3/5/15): Recently added to the list of special guests at WWSTL; Emmy Award nominee Giancarlo Esposito (Once Upon a Time, Breaking Bad, Do the Right Thing) has been announed to make an appearance along with Jason Mewes (Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Clerks) and voice actor Mark Dodson (Star Wars: Episode VI-Return of the Jedi, Gremlins). Unfortunately, Actor Ben Woolf, 34, has passed away. He and fellow AHS star Naomi Grossman were scheduled to make an appearance during the WW weekend but Woolf lost his life due to a severe head injury caused by a moving car. As of now, there has been no word as to how the situation has, if at all, effected Grossmans' scheduled appearance.
Update (2/19/15):
B.J. Britt has been scheduled to appear at STLCC 15'! A star in the making from North Carolina, Britt has been keeping himself busy with appearences in many well known shows including One Tree Hill, The Vampire Diaries, Bones and Sons of Anarchy. Currently, Britt is portraying the go-getting agent "Triplett" on Marvel's Agents of Shield and BET's new romantic comedy Being Mary Jane as Gabrielle Union's on screen brother "Paul Jr".
Who doesn't like pie and sharks, right? Well this classic beautiful blonde has plenty of experience with both. Tara Reid left an impression on an entire generation of teens as the innocent "Vicky Lathum" from the American Pie franchise, though her acting career started long before then as she staring in various commercials and a game show at only six years old. Tara's first big break came in the form of The Big Lebowski, a film about "The Dude" Lebowski who was mistaken for a millionaire with the same name. Tara played the Big Lebowski's kidnapped trophy wife "Bunny Lebowski", the woman with whom "The Dude" would later be assigned to rescue. While laying low for a while, only appearing in small films and reprising her American Pie character, Tara found herself back in the spotlight with SyFy channels' suprise hit films Sharknado and Sharknado 2 as the ex-wife to ex-surfer and shark slayer Finley "Fin" Shapard (portrayed by Ian Ziering).
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If you're a fan of The Walking Dead, then you are sure to recognize the lovely Alanna Masterson. She plays the former police academy student turned Zompocalypse survivor Tara Chambler in the show. Born on June 27, 1988 Masterson is a gifted young actress with a bright future and good looks to match her talents. This will be her first apperance at the St. Louis WW event
Also coming to the event for the first time will be Rick Cosnett. Known as the evil Dr. Wes Maxfield on The Vampire Diaries, the badman from Zimbabwe has gain consederable fame in his new role as Eddie Thawne in CW's hit show The Flash. Speculation continues to surround Ricks character as his name is dangerously close to Eobard Thawne, the name for the maniac yellow-clad speedster Professor Zoom. Will he reveal some connection to the "professor" at the event? You'll have to show up to find out!
The Wizard World STL event has moved up again this year and this time, so we're expecting a much bigger turn out since it's being held during a much warmer time of year. The event will be held on the weekend (as is tradition) and will run from Friday, May 22nd through Sunday, May 24th.
Prices are currently listed as such:
1-Day Friday Admissions are: $39.95
1-Day Saturday Admissions are: $49.95
1-Day Sunday Admissions are: $44.95
3-Day Weekend Admissions are: $79.95
Some of the talent currently booked to appear includes: Phil Lamar (MadTV, Justice League), Jason David Frank (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, My Morphing Life), Robin Lord Taylor (The Penguin from tv's Gotham) and the Mistress of the Dark herself, Elvira! Talent is subject to change up until the day of the event so stay tuned for updates!
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