Birmingham Comic Convention

[roguespirit]

Thought I'd start a thread for those UK'ers planning on going.

So here it is!

The Birmingham International Comics Show is Back!

Following the successful debut of the Birmingham International Comics Show
(BICS) the organisers decided Valentine’s Day was the perfect time to show a little love and spread some happy news regarding the show’s future.

The Birmingham International Comics Show 2007 will take place over the weekend of the 13-14th October at the Thinktank situated at Millennium Point within the city.

“The Custard Factory was popular with many of our visitors,” BICS commented, “But renovations are due to be undertaken for a period of about 18 months, and we didn’t want to keep the fans waiting. In fact we’ve moved the dates forward!”

The Thinktank is an events-driven modern building containing the city’s new science museum, an Imax theatre, and a large bar and eating establishments, among other amenities. “The show will be bigger and more importantly it will be even better.” BICS continued. “We are excited about the challenges the new venue offers, and very pleased about the level of administration and technical support being offered us at this stage. As we did with the Custard Factory we’re going to do for the Thinktank: make it even more popular!”

Celebrations for anniversary events in the comic book world are being prepared, international guests are being finalised, and some great fun ideas being heavily debated to guarantee BICS 2007 a weekend to remember.

Spread a little love yourself on this special day and tell everyone you know!

For further information & to reserve tickets visit: www.thecomicsshow.co.uk

For more about the Thinktank visit: www.thinktank.ac

[roguespirit]

SO who is going?

[thehod]

Do you really need to ask??

[roguespirit]

Do you really need to ask??

Your Guinness is practically waiting at the bar sir.

[Ben Morgan]

Crap, I thought this was in Birmingham, Michigan

[roguespirit]

Crap, I thought this was in Birmingham, Michigan

Sorry my man....but don't let that stop ya coming to visit

[Super J.]

I'd like to go, but I don't know if I can get there. Has anyone been before? And is it worth going?

[Lee Kaye]

Maybe so. Never been to a Con before, and my brother lives in Coventry so would be a good reason to see him as well.

[king mob]

I'm still coming but I've done nowt to actually organize anything yet & probably won't until festival season is out the way.

[roguespirit]

I'd like to go, but I don't know if I can get there. Has anyone been before? And is it worth going?

The panels and exhibitors are cool but what really makes it is meeting up with like minded people in the bar afterwards and being able to indulge in unfettered talk about the things you love. Yep well worth it.

If your gonna go we can make sure we all hook up somewhere so no one is left alone come bar time. Last year was great.

The ability to get sketches from artists is great and the opportunity to possibly talk to a creator you like in the bar ( not something you get in American cons) is fantastic

[roguespirit]

Check out the Guest List (http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/guests.htm)

and as one half of the Geek Syndicate podcast let me also draw your attention to this panel on Sunday

2:15pm Iron Casting
The lovable guys from the Geek Syndicate present a live podcast and get all metallic with Adi Granov and Esad Ribic as they discuss Iron Men, Silver Surfers and more.

[Super J.]

The panels and exhibitors are cool but what really makes it is meeting up with like minded people in the bar afterwards and being able to indulge in unfettered talk about the things you love. Yep well worth it.

If your gonna go we can make sure we all hook up somewhere so no one is left alone come bar time. Last year was great.

The ability to get sketches from artists is great and the opportunity to possibly talk to a creator you like in the bar ( not something you get in American cons) is fantastic

I does sound awesome. I will try and get up there for sure.

[roguespirit]

Maybe so. Never been to a Con before, and my brother lives in Coventry so would be a good reason to see him as well.

do it do it do it

[king mob]

Check out the Guest List (http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/guests.htm)

and as one half of the Geek Syndicate podcast let me also draw your attention to this panel on Sunday

Will there be porn?

[roguespirit]

Will there be porn?

depends on your definition of porn really.:D

[chebbo]

Hi Folks,

My name's Shane, and I'm one of the show organisers.

If you have any questions about the show, I'll be happy to answer them for you.

I'll also try and post updates about guests and stuff on here for you.

Our main guests so far include:
Mike Mignola, Kevin Nowlan, Esad Ribic, Adi Granov, Dave Gibbons, Mark Buckingham, Duncan Fegredo, Sean Phillips, Alan Davis, Mark Farmer, Charlie Adlard, Andi Watson, Mike Carey, Dougie Braithwaite, Mike McMahon, Paul Cornell, Lew Stringer, Phil Winslade and many many more.

Exhibitors include:
2000ad, Markosia, Titan, Tokyopop, Manga Entertainment, Genki Gear, NC Soft, plus a whole host of dealers, small pressers and creators.

Amongst the many events planned we have Manga Screenings, DC and Rebellion Portfolio Reviews, Guest Panels, Writer Reviews, and many more fun competitions and quizes.

Also if you pre register for the show on our website at: www.thecomicsshow.co.uk you will be on the guest list for our exclusive launch part on the Friday Night, where you'll get your chance to mingle with the stars.
:cool:
Hope hope to see you there, for what promises to be a great weekend!

all the best,
Chebbo

[Forefinger]

Doh! I thought you meant Birmingham, AL, USA. That's within driving distance for me!

[king mob]

depends on your definition of porn really.:D

As long as it doesn't involve people in Star Trek outfits then I'm fine.

[Royal]

I'd go if I was closer.

Plus The Nuge will be there.

NUGENT!!!! \m/\m/

[Mutate]

I'd love to go. I live in Coventry, and I've never been to a con. I don't really have any comic reading friend to go with, though.

[thehod]

I'd go if I was closer.

Plus The Nuge will be there.

NUGENT!!!! \m/\m/

Doing a rendition of Stardust as well, if we ply him with enough scotch.

[roguespirit]

I'd love to go. I live in Coventry, and I've never been to a con. I don't really have any comic reading friend to go with, though.


We shall be your friends.....

OK that wasn't meant to sound that weird

[thehod]

We shall be your friends.....

OK that wasn't meant to sound that weird

Mutate, if you're a guy, rogue's not as creepy as he sounds.

If you're a girl, run. Run as if your life depended on it.

[Royal]

Mutate, if you're a guy, rogue's not as creepy as he sounds.

If you're a girl, run. Run as if your life depended on it.

Fear the presence of....MANWHORE!!!

BTW, where's Nuge? He should be shillin like a villain right about now.

[king mob]

Mutate, if you're a guy, rogue's not as creepy as he sounds.

If you're a girl, run. Run as if your life depended on it.

What if they're neither?


OoooOOOoooooo??!

[chebbo]

Seriously though Mutate,

This is the sort of show where you make new friends. We've made it our mission to make our show very friendly and inclusive for newbies.

Just ask people who've been before, and they'll tell you it's a very chilled atmosphere, where everyone is welcome!

Right Guys??

Guys??

[king mob]

The whole thing about British comic conventions is that everything (and I mean everything) is worked around the bar. It's also where you'll meet people & make new friends.

[Super J.]

I’ll be going, but I can only make it for one day. :(
Will Mike Carey be signing? And if so witch day? Saturday? Sunday? Or both?

[chebbo]

Most creators will be doing signings both days, including Mike, although we are still working on the final schedule. due to some creators now wanting to do extra panels.
Once this is finalised it will be added to the main events page at: www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/events.htm

all the best,
Chebbo

[chebbo]

Hi Folks,

JUST A QUICK UPDATE ON THE SHOW... We can now confirm that there will be 500 goodie bags given away free at the show to the first 500 punters through the doors. These bags will contain goodies to the value of at least £30!!

Not bad considering you get into the show for just £10 eh?

all the best,

Shane
www.thecomicsshow.co.uk

[chebbo]

Quick, but very important BICS update:

There has been a fire at the Cotton Club, (thankfully no one was hurt) where we are planning to hold our launch party on the Friday night. We are not yet sure if this means we'll need to change our launch party venue.

If this is the case details of the new venue will be announced on our website as soon as the information is available. We will definately still be going ahead with the launch party whatever happens with the Cotton Club, so please make sure you come along on the Friday night.

If no further announcements are made, this means that everything will be going ahead at the original venue as planned.

all the best,
Chebbo

[king mob]

Can anyone recommend a reasonable hotel near the convention?

[thehod]

Can anyone recommend a reasonable hotel near the convention?

Most guys are staying in the Burlington (http://www.burlingtonhotel.com/) which is about ten minutes nice stroll from the convention, and is right in the centre of Brum.

Got a nice bar downstairs too.

[thehod]

sassenfrassenrassen double post.

[chebbo]

You will also find a link to other possible hotels on our website at: www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/hotels.htm (http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/hotels.htm)

all the best,
Shane

[Superbeast]

May go to this. Need to figure out travel plans though. How you planning to go, Roguespirit? Train or car?

[king mob]

Most guys are staying in the Burlington (http://www.burlingtonhotel.com/) which is about ten minutes nice stroll from the convention, and is right in the centre of Brum.

Got a nice bar downstairs too.

Ta. I'll sort that out.

[Lee Kaye]

I'm still debating coming alond to this, I don't know anyone either, so it would be a good time to meet some of you.

[chebbo]

I'm still debating coming alond to this, I don't know anyone either, so it would be a good time to meet some of you.

And Reading to Brum is soooo easy on the train. :)

[Lucifal]

Most guys are staying in the Burlington (http://www.burlingtonhotel.com/) which is about ten minutes nice stroll from the convention, and is right in the centre of Brum.

Got a nice bar downstairs too.

I booked the Burlington back in March when I booked the Murky Depths (http://www.murkydepths.com)'s table. But we're not there for the Friday night.

[king mob]

I'm still debating coming alond to this, I don't know anyone either, so it would be a good time to meet some of you.

Pint of Guinness or a large G & T please.

[cactusmaac]

I'll probably come along to this, will give me an excuse to see Birmingham and meet some relatives.

[chebbo]

Hi Folks,

JUST TO CONFIRM: We now have a great new venue for our Friday Night Lauch Party.

For full details go to: www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/launchparty.htm

all the best,

Chebbo

[king mob]

Will there be gin?

[chebbo]

Will there be gin?


Sure thing! :evilsmile

[king mob]

Make sure they have plenty of lemons

[chebbo]

Check out our updated news page at:
http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/news.htm

[roguespirit]

May go to this. Need to figure out travel plans though. How you planning to go, Roguespirit? Train or car?

Hey I'm driving but going up on thursday , staying overnight in Northampton and then going up to Brum early friday for a friends birthday lunch

[chebbo]

Transformers fans are in for a treat at this year's Birmingham International Comics Show!

Not only do they get the chance to see the new Transformers Movie in IMAX format on Europe's largest IMAX Cinema, but all paying attendees to the show get a 10% discount too!

For more details visit our updated news page at: http://www.thecomicsshow.co.uk/news.htm

[king mob]

I'm now not able to come up for a number of deadly boring & expensive reasons. I'm still going to try to come up for the Saturday afternoon, but it doesn't look likely.

[Toku King]

DAMNIT! I wish I knew earlier!
Shit!

[venuscameback]

we'll be there. we're at the Burlington, too

[roguespirit]

we'll be there. we're at the Burlington, too

I'm at the Burligton as well.

and funnily enough I'm off to Nottigham right ...shit I'm late

[cactusmaac]

Had plans to come but it's Eid on Saturday and parents are insisting on a family get-together.

[roguespirit]

ok its 2 days til The con

whats the tally of folk from here actually going?

I am