John Lennon Imagined: His Beatles & Solo Years
Celebrated in Concert at the Sunrise Theatre, February 24th

WhyHunger’s “Artists Against Hunger & Poverty” Program To Benefit

When: Friday, February 24th, 2012 at 7pm
Where: Sunrise Theatre, 117 South Second Street, Fort Pierce, FL34950
Tickets: $25 advance/ $30 at the door, available at www.sunrisetheatre.com or 772-461-4775

Among the most unique and compelling interpretations of the late John Lennon’s music are those by The Nutopians, an eight-piece ensemble that will honor the genius and artistry of the icon’s song compositions at The Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce, FL. on Friday, February 24th.

Formerly The John Lennon Song Project, the band is celebrating its prestigious Independent Music Award for Best Tribute Album of 2010, an honor bestowed for its CD Imagined, just months after the band’s debut. The Nutopians are touring the U.S. throughout 2012.

The Nutopians, founded and led by Rex Fowler of Aztec Two-Step and Tom Dean of Devonsquare, are also celebrating the addition of its newest band member, 15-year-old “phenom” vocalist Maggie Coffin.

In a show that reviewers have called “magical,” “captivating” and “inspiring,” TheNutopians concertgoers are treated to exquisite lead singing, three-part harmonies and insightful song narratives, plus a host of multi-talented musicians on acoustic, electric and bass guitars; cello; violin; piano; mandola; accordion; chromatic harmonica and light percussion.

In concert The Nutopians perform their acclaimed renditions of many of Lennon’s most beloved Beatles songs, often weaving melody, lyric and song together in a series of singles and mini-medleys. These tunes are given surprisingly fresh treatments that often inspire a whole new appreciation for Lennon’s original lyrics. Selected songs from his solo years are also featured.

The band’s new name was suggested recently by Yoko Ono to honor Lennon’s social and political activism, and the couple’s fictitious country of peace, ”Nutopia.”

The group is also now actively supporting the “Artists Against Hunger & Poverty” program, which raises awareness and funds for WhyHunger, a leader in building the movement to end hunger and poverty by connecting people to nutritious, affordable food. A portion of proceeds from the ensemble’s performances and CD sales benefit WhyHunger’s grassroots effort to inspire self-reliance and community empowerment.

The Band: Rex Fowler — rhythm guitar and vocals; Tom Dean – six- and 12-string guitars, mandola and vocals; Alana MacDonald — violin and vocals; Jordan Jancz — cello and percussion; Teg Glendon — bass guitar and vocals; Robby Coffin — electric and acoustic guitars and vocals; Gary Schreiner — piano, accordion and chromatic harp; Maggie Coffin — vocals and percussion.

About the Founders of The Nutopians:

Rex Fowler is half of the critically acclaimed folk-rock duo Aztec Two-Step (ATS), which burst upon the scene with its self-titled debut album on Elektra Records in 1972. Fowler and his ATS partner Neal Shulman have continued writing and performing songs and releasing award-winning and well-reviewed albums for decades, including 1987’s Living in America (New York Music Award for Best Folk Album), 2005’s Days of Horses and others. Now in their 40th year of touring, the duo has spent a lifetime making meaningful music together. www.aztectwostep.com

For 30 years, Tom Dean was part of Devonsquare, with Alana MacDonald and the late Herb Ludwig. Signed to Atlantic Records by Ahmet Ertegun, Devonsquare toured the United States and Europe and released five CDs. A devoted fan base followed these musicians from coast to coast to hear the shimmering three-part harmonies and award-winning songs that earned them an international reputation. www.devonsquare.com

The Critics:

“With these intelligent heartfelt renditions of Lennon’s best-known songs, The Nutopians ranks right up there with the very best Lennon interpreters ever.” — Pete Fornatale, WFUV-FM

“Absolutely brilliant! I’ve been listening non-stop. I can’t wait to go on the radio and start spinning tunes from it. Album of the year!” — Ron Olesko, WFDU-FM

Website: www.thenutopians.com

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXGfgmpqm5U (Come Together/I Am The Walrus)

Charter High Students Gave Sneak Peek Performance of Rogers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella the Musical at By the River Affordable Senior Living Community

Make no mistake about it, Indian River Charter High Schumann School for the Performing Arts production of “Cinderella The Musical” is sure to be a hit. The show will be given at the Vero Beach Theater Guild February 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 7:00pm and February 4th and 5th at 2:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased online by clicking on the “Ticket” tap at wwww.irchsonline.org.

Students performed a sneak peek of some of the popular musical numbers at By the River today and it was thoroughly enjoyed by the residents and guests. By the River is Sebastian’s affordable senior living community. It was the dream and vision of spiritual teacher Ma Jaya to have a place that seniors can call “home” and live comfortably in a vibrant community.

The story of Cinderella has been told for more than a hundred years in countless cultures. Threatre director, Michael Naffziger, said that this year they had so many talented kids that he dual-cast all the roles, except for the Fairy Godmother.

Two of the Cinderellas, Kaitlin Ruby, l0th grader, and Julianne Zimei, llth grader, performed today. They are best friends and have not been competing, but rather cheering each other on. As Kaitlin said, “We tag each other. You’re ‘it’ today!”

This show featuring 45 professional artists’s work includes Paintings, Sculpture, Photography and Jewelry. Browse through the gallery, speak with the artists and enjoy complimentary wine and hors d’ oeuvres.

In addition, artwork may be viewed and purchased at the Palm House Gallery & Studio, January 17-21, from 10 am to 4 pm. A minimum of 30% of all sales are donated by the artists to Quail Valley Charities, Inc. to benefit 24 non-profit organizations for children and education in Indian River County.

Please call the Palm House Gallery for further information. (772) 231-6816 or view their website at www.palmhousegallery.com

We look forward to seeing you at 6pm on Wednesday, January 18th, at the Palm House Gallery located at 3227 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, Florida 32963

QUAIL VALLEY CHARITIES
2345 HIGHWAY A1A, VERO BEACH, FLORIDA 32963

The Sunrise Theatre will host four (4) separate, week-long children’s summer programs in conjunction with the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT). During the camps, partially underwritten by the Sunrise Theatre Foundation and the help of volunteers, local partners and sponsors, professional MCT Tour Actor/Directors will work with a cast of 60+ local children in 4 original musical productions. There will be focused rehearsals with the children, where lines, staging, songs and movement are learned in 4, ½ hour sessions each day.

The weeks culminate in public performances of each session, starring local children, complete with professionally designed scenery and costumes. These are sure-to-please, feel-good…fun for the entire family… performances you won’t want to miss!

“Through the Sunrise Theatre, MCT, and the help of the Sunrise Theatre Foundation, media partners, volunteers and sponsors, our young children and teens will develop a love and appreciation of the arts …for life! Now that is priceless!” said Renee Page, Marketing and Development Director for the Sunrise Theatre.

Below is a list of each of the Sunrise Theatre / MCT Summer Camps being held this year and the dates and times of each of the end-of-the-week performances.

THE JUNGLE BOOK

Summer Camp Session 1: June 20-24 from 10-3 PM
Kids’ Performance: Friday, June 24th at 7 PM – Tickets $10

THE TORTOISE VERSUS THE HARE

Summer Camp Session 2: July 11th – July 15th 10-3 PM
Kids’ Performance: Friday, July 15th at 7 PM – Tickets $10

CINDERELLA

Summer Camp Session 3: July 25th – July 29th 10-3 PM
Kids’ Performance: Friday, July 29th at 7 PM – Tickets $10

THE WIZ OF THE WEST

Summer Camp Session 4: August 8th – August 12th 10-3 PM
Kids’ Performance: Friday, August 12th at 7 PM – Tickets $10

A maximum of 64 students will be able to participate in each of the programs. The cost for each week-long program is $100 per child. Students, grades 1st through 12th, are encouraged to participate. No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to assist with the technical aspects of the production.

Registration for all camps will open May 2nd at 10 AM (there is no pre-registration available). To register, call 772-461-4775 on May 2nd.

For more information on each session, visit www.sunrisetheatre.com

Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 7:00 PM at the Vero Beach Theatre Guild

Jennifer Patty will be performing a one-woman show, “Doin’ The Divas,” a celebration of the sultry and sassy women of Broadway, jazz and R&B in her first full cabaret performance locally in l2 years. She is well known in the community as being the former Director of Theatre and Administrator of the Waxlax Center for the Performing Arts at Saint Edward’s School for the past 10 years. Her performance will be held at the Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2020 San Juan Avenue in Vero Beach on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. Experience this rare performance, while helping to make a difference in the lives of seniors. All monies raised will benefit By the River, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization and Indian River County’s new, affordable independent residential community for seniors of limited financial means.

Whether it’s Ethel, Judy, Liza, Barbra, Patti, Ella, Billie, or Aretha, Jennifer Patty will step onto the stage to honor the female vocalists who have molded so many lives through their music. From show-stopping, toe-tapping musical numbers, to sultry, heartfelt blues, to poignant and touching jazz standards, Jennifer salutes the women who paved the way. Spiced with humorous tales about these 20th century songbirds, this engaging evening promises to thrill and entertain. Surprise performances by area youth and seniors from By the River are also being planned.

“People in Vero Beach have wanted to see Jennifer perform for many years,” said Joe Coakley, director of charitable gifts at By the River. “I am pleased to say she is finally doing that and we couldn’t be luckier to have her. It will be a real treat. She is phenomenal.”

The cost is $30. To purchase tickets or for more information, please call By the River at 772-388-5858.

MELBOURNE, FL – Holy smokes! Is it a bird? Is it a plane? It’s superheroes at the Brevard Art Museum! Saturday, February 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Release your alter ego, free admission for anyone in a superhero costume.

On display in the Museum are the exhibitions: Students of the Unusual: Brevard County Comic Books, Superheroes: Photographs by Dulce Pinzón, the Batpod motorcycle from Parker Brothers Choppers, the Dark Knight Batman Costume, vintage comics including Spiderman #1, original art by famous comic book artists Graham Nolan and Allen Bellman, artist for Golden Age “Captain America” comic books, and the Twenty-first Annual Brevard County Student Art Exhibition.

What do Superheroes and comics have to do with art? Comics emphasize an interdependence of image and text. Defined by some scholars as “sequential art” there is no dispute that images in comics are essential to narrating a story or dramatizing an idea. Graphic artists use the crafts of draftsmanship and scripting, to complete the whole picture; this is accomplished through pacing, drama, humor, suspense, composition, thematic development, and irony. Sequential art is an important tool for conveying the power of ideas and its ability to convey messages effectively is dependent on the skill of the artist.

The Students of the Unusual comic book project developed from a friendship of four like-minded individuals, Terry Cronin, Jeff Hall, Bob Lizek, and Pat Martin, who decided to make films. “The Students of the Unusual comic book project developed from our experiences in independent film and started as storyboards for some of our wilder ideals,” says Cronin, “but it has always been grounded in our love and respect of the comic art form.” Writers Cronin and Martin enlisted the aid of many talented graphic design artists including Jorge Calamato, Sergio Carriello, Luis Diaz, Dove McHargue, and others to craft visual stories, many of which are set in and around Melbourne.

A fascination with superheroes inspired local chopper artists the Parker Brothers to re-create Batman’s Batpod motorcycle. Fueled by a desire to showcase their artistic and engineering capabilities, the Parker Brothers reveled in the challenge of recreating the Batpod from “The Dark Knight” movie. Designed as a “full scale 1:1 working replica,” the steel and fiberglass machine is powered by nitrous-injected, 650cc engine and wears 508mm tires, grappling hooks, and all manner of faux weaponry including grenade launchers and .50 caliber machine guns. The Parker Brothers Batpod, a unity of inspiration and engineering, exemplifies the Museum’s ideology: “where art and science intersect, where culture and technology thrive.”

Superheroes of another kind are the muse of Mexican photographer and former New York resident Dulce Pinzón. She photographs documented Mexican migrant workers of New York City at their jobs while wearing superhero costumes. Each portrait’s caption includes the worker’s real life name, hometown in Mexico and the amount of money they send to Mexico each week. Her meditations on the concept of heroes led her to shine a spotlight on those who labor quietly but make daily sacrifices to help others.

Also on display will be original drawings by well-known comic book artist Graham Nolan. Nolan is co-creator of the villain Bane who will be featured in the upcoming The Dark Knight Rises Batman movie.

Visual storytelling is a technique employed by many artists. The Museum is devoted, through its various exhibitions and programs, to making audiences aware of other forms of art in Brevard County.

Jumping Catfish Batman! Don’t forget the Eau Gallie Arts Districts Founders Day Fish Fry from 12 to 6 p.m.

About the Brevard Art Museum

The Brevard Art Museum is a non-profit organization supported in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs; the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; Brevard County through the Brevard Cultural Alliance; the Brevard County Tourist Development Council; and by members of the Brevard Art Museum.

Visitor Information

Location: 1463 Highland Avenue in the Eau Gallie District of Melbourne.

(321) 242-0737

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m., and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m..

Admission: Adults $5; seniors $3; children and students with I.D. $2. Free for Museum members. Special rates and tours are available for groups of 8 or more, and can be scheduled by calling Tina at 242-0737 at least two weeks in advance.

Grammy Award winners YES, one of the most influential and ground-breaking progressive rock ‘n’ roll bands, will be making an exclusive South Florida visit to the Sunrise Theatre, during their Rite of Spring Tour, on Tuesday March 15th at 7 pm.

Tickets are $65 and $55, and will go on sale to members Monday, February 7th at 10 AM, and to the General Public on Friday, February 11th, at 10 AM.

YES– The band that has defined many a generation will embark on a mini-tour of very special intimate performances, encompassing their extraordinary musical catalog. Their debut at the Sunrise Theatre on March 15th, will be a very special intimate performance and will give YES fans the ultimate experience of an up-close, in-your-face and personal view of the Maestros at work live!

Being one of history’s greatest, legendary, progressive rock bands, YES will feature a lineup of guitarist Steve Howe, bassist Chris Squire, and drummer Alan White, as well as Oliver Wakeman (son of Rick Wakeman) on keyboards and lead singer Benoit David. Songs that have left a deep-rooted mark on rock ‘n’ roll history and a concert spectacular that has become synonymous with YES, make this tour one that should not be missed.

YES’s performance will include the hugely successful and indelible catalogue of music from hit albums such as Drama, Fragile, Close to the Edge and 90125. Classics such as “Roundabout,” a seminal hit which consistently appears on “the best songs of all-time” lists, and the group’s #1 hit “Owner of a Lonely Heart” are sure to be featured for an evening of music not to be missed.

YES’s remarkable career has served to redefine the boundaries of rock for more than four decades. YES has played the role as a dominant driving music force selling over 30 million albums, reaching platinum status multiple times worldwide. Their symphonic use of sound and innovative musical styles has made each of the group’s player’s a virtuoso in his own right.

“We are honored and it is a ‘true coup’ for YES to have chosen the intimate, 1200 seat Sunrise Theatre to perform in South Florida,” said John Wilkes, Executive Director of the Sunrise Theatre. “Two of the first rock albums I purchased in my collection as ‘YES’ and ‘Fragile’ and I know we will have three generations buying tickets quickly for this show. Who doesn’t sing along with ‘Roundabout’ or ‘Owner of a Lonely Heart’ when playing on the radio?” added Wilkes.

“This is one show you will NOT want to miss,”said Renee Page, Marketing & Development Director for the Sunrise Theatre.“And talk about a great show to sponsor and promote your company? Businesses interested in sponsoring the YES concert should contact me right away. And people who are not members yet? You may just want to think about becoming a member now. Tickets for this show are going to go FAST,” added Page.

For tickets and Membership Information, call the Box Office at 772-461-4775.
For additional information on YES, please visit www.yesworld.com.

For the past l2 years, local community organizers have made a dream come true for children and youth from Gifford and other underserved areas in Indian River County. Backpacks filled with new school supplies have been given to children to help prepare them for school and create a positive new beginning to their school year. Previously held at the Gifford Community Center, this year’s “Back to School” drive will be held at the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office due to the need for more space. The event will take place at 4055 41st Street, Vero Beach on Saturday, July 3l from l0:00 a.m. to l2:00 p.m. County Commissioner Joe Flesher will open the event introducing Freddie Woolfork of the Gifford Youth Activities Center. The l2th Annual “Back to School” is being coordinated by the Gifford Youth Activity Center, River Fund/Feed Everyone, By the River, the Indian River County Sheriff’s Department and the Visiting Nurse Association. Festivities include booths for activities and product samples, healthy food and snacks, music, face painting and a fitness program called ZumbaWorks.

 
All donations are accepted and appreciated. Requested items include paper, tablets, pencils, pens, 3-ring binders, erasers, folders with pockets and monetary contributions. 2010 distribution of backpacks will go to grades: K-2 (300), 3-5 (200), 6-9 (250) and grades l0-l2 (50 backpacks). “Back to School” is a highlight of every student’s school year, complete with surprises and much needed new school supplies.
 
“It will be a great day with music, food and face painting and that very special feeling all of us remember when opening a brand new box of crayons, a new backpack and the start of a new school year,” said Ananda Devi, The River Fund’s Feed Everyone Program Director.
Individuals and business may donate supplies at the following drop off locations:

– Let’s Fill 800 Children’s Backpacks with New School Supplies –
 
            Gifford Youth Activity Center
            Indian River County Sheriff’s Office
            Indian River County North and South County Libraries
            Gifford Church
            Living Lord Lutheran Church
            Westminster Presbyterian Church
            Comcast Vero Beach
            Eye Clinic of Vero Beach (Miracle Mile)
            Christ by the Sea
            Curves in Sebastian
 
Freddie Woolfork, development director at the Gifford Youth Activity Center said this is not only about distributing supplies, but also providing information about community services and encouraging literacy. “Everyone comes together to help kids in our area. Parents want to give their kids the best and that’s not always possible. We hope the kids are happy, the parents are happy and that the event is fantastic.” 
 
For more information or to donate, please contact Ms. Ananda Devi at 772-589-8334.

Judyth Piazza chats with Jane Faraco, Executive Chef at STAX Restaurant, Vero Beach, Florida (Click here to listen)

Executive Chef Jane Faraco, husband Chef Jim along with son-in-law Josh Niebels are stacked for success.

The trio recently opened STAX, located at 1931 Old Dixie Highway, which was the former site of The Undertow Restaurant on April 22 with the intent to immerse themselves in the urban downtown area of Vero Beach, Florida.

After the Faracos sold their New Hope, PA restaurant Havana and retired to Vero Beach, the couple knew that they still had something to give to the community.

“I got the concept for STAX after watching Emeril and his ability to stack and layer flavors. This is one of the things that makes STAX unique,” said Jane.

STAX is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

STAX Restaurant

1931 Old Dixie Highway

Vero Beach, FL 32960

(772) 770-0977

Florida’s most exciting and fun genre convention continues to add more guests and events for the 5th annual Florida Supercon, set to occur June 18-20, 2010 in Miami, FL. Dozens of new guests and events have been added from the worlds of Comic Books, Anime, Animation, Sci-Fi, Cosplay, Horror, Video Games and Wrestling with more still to be announced as we get closer to the show!
 
Florida Supercon (FSC) is South Florida’s Comic Book, Anime, Animation, Video Game and Sci-Fi / Fantasy Festival, a three day festival that includes celebrity guests, comic book publishers, artists, writers, vendors, Q&A’s, parties, costume contests, anime programming, cosplay, panels, photo shoots, live music, video games and more. The event kicks off at 12:00PM, Friday, June 18 and the fun continues almost around the clock until 6:00PM, Sunday, June 20. FSC returns to Miami for its 5th year as it takes over almost 150,0000 square feet at the Doubletree Miami Mart Airport Hotel and Convention Center to become the largest genre convention in the history of South Florida!
 
New guest artists include:
·         Gene Colan: Legendary Comic Book Artist whose career has spanned 1946 to the present. Gene is well known for his work on Iron Man (including the classic Iron Man #1), Batman, Daredevil, Tomb of Dracula, Captain America, Doctor Strange and much more!
·         Greg Horn: Superstar Comic Book Artist Greg Horn is well known for his painted work at both Marvel and DC including: Secret Invasion, Blackest Night, Ms. Marvel, Green Lantern, Anita Blake, Iron Man, She-Hulk and more!
·         Jay Leisten: Current inker of Uncanny X-Men and Moon Knight for Marvel Comics. Jay’s other credits include Dark X-Men, Witchblade, Wolverine, New Avengers and much more!
·         Echo Chernik: Echo has over fifteen years of experience as a professional commercial artist who has done work for Celestial Seasonings, Arlo Guthrie, Miller Brewing Co., Camel Cigarettes and more.
·         Luis Diaz: Luis has worked as an illustrator, designer and fine artist for IDW Publishing (Wynonna Earp), Devil’s Due, Topps, WWE and more. He has created over 40 paintings for the new Garbage Pail Kids and Wacky Packages card sets.
 
New guest celebrities include:
 
·         Robb Demarest: The lead investigator for Ghost Hunters International, Robb can be seen weekly on the Syfy channel investigating the paranormal.
·         Brandy Green: A case manager for Ghost Hunters International, Brandy can be seen weekly on the Syfy channel investigating the paranormal.
·         Luciana Carro: Star of Battlestar Galactica as “Kat” and Caprica as “Pyrah”.
·         The Iron Sheik: Wrestling Legend, former WWF World Heavyweight Champion, WWF Tag Team Champion and WWE Hall of Fame member.
·         Greg “The Hammer” Valentine: Wrestling Legend, former WWF Tag Team Champion, WWF Intercontinental Champion, NWA Champion and WWE Hall of Fame member.
·         Terri Runnels: Former WWF, WWE and WCW manager, host and wrestler. Terri was one of the first WWE divas.
·         Traci Brooks: TNA Wrestling star, Traci is the original TNA Knockout!
·         SoCal Val: TNA Wrestling star.
 
New Musical Guests include:
·         Addax: Indie Power Pop band
·         Feeding Fingers: Post Punk / New Wave trio
·         The Joyness: Pop / Folk Rock band
·         S.S. Hanami: Anime Rock band
 
New Cosplay Guests include:
·         Yaya Han: Cosplay Guest Yaya Han is a costume designer and cosplay entertainer with over 9 years of experience and over 100 costumes under her belt. Her intricate and lavish creations have won awards and acclaim nationwide.
·         Miracole Burns: Model, Professional Makeup Artist, Costume Designer and Uber Nerd!
 
More information for each of these guests may be found at the FSC website www.supercon.tv. These new guests join a line up of over 100 guests already announced for the show, and that number continues to grow every week. Some of the guests already lined up for FSC 2010 include:
 
Comic Book artists and writers such as Ariel Olivetti, Gene Colan, Bill Sienkiewicz, Khoi Pham, Rafa Sandoval, Dennis Calero, Brad Walker, Paul Gulacy, Fred Van Lente, Filip Sablik, Georges Jeanty, Dick Giordano, Dustin Weaver, Steve Kurth, Shawn Crystal, Joe Jusko, Greg Horn, Allen Bellman, Clayton Henry, Alex Saviuk, Pat Broderick, Rob Hunter, Greg “Dark One” Williams, Vinnie Tartamella, Dick Kulpa, Jay Leisten, Luis Diaz and more!
 
Anime and Animation voice actors like Troy Baker (Naruto, Code Geass), Richard Horvitz (Invader Zim), Larry Kenney (Thundercats), Brittney Karbowski (Xenosaga, Pani Poni Dash), Dana Snyder (Aqua Teen), Charles Fleischer (Roger Rabbit), Brad Kesten (Charlie Brown), Angela Lee-Sloan (Lucy in Peanuts), Stacy H. Tolkin (Sally in Peanuts) and more!
 
Legendary Filmmakers Lloyd Kaufman and Hershell Gordon Lewis. 
 
Movie and TV Celebrities such as Tia Carrere (Wayne’s World, Relic Hunter), Robb Demarest (Ghost Hunters International), Brandy Green (Ghost Hunters International), Luciana Carro (Battlestar Galactica), John Wesley Shipp (The Flash), Charles Fleischer (Back to the Future II), Julie McCullough (Growing Pains, The Blob), Louise Robey (Friday the 13th the series), Rebecca Staab (Fantastic Four), Michelle Lintel (The Black Scorpion) and more!
 
Wrestling Guests such as The Iron Sheik (WWF), Greg “The Hammer” Valentine (WWF), Sinn “Kizarny” Bodhi (WWE), Terri Runnels (WWE), Traci Brooks (TNA) and SoCal Val (TNA).
 
Musical Guests like MC Frontalot, Addax, Feeding Fingers, The Joyness, S.S. Hanami, Robbed By A Flute, Sci-Fried, The Pursuit, Murderous Rampage and more!
 
Cosplay and Entertainment Guests such as Yaya Han, Miracole Burns, The 3000 Brigade (Smash Bros. Show), Supercon Championship Wrestling, Wasabi Anime and more!
 
Stand Up Comedy Guests like Lisa Corrao, The Revenge of the Nerds Comedy Show, Julie McCullough and more!
 
Additional guests can be found at on the Florida Supercon website at www.supercon.tv
 
This years FSC will have dedicated programming tracks for each of the genre’s being celebrated. Some of the amazing events include:
        Q&A’s with most of our attending guests
       Comic art portfolio reviews for aspiring artists
       Fan panels for all aspects of the show (Comics, Anime, Animation, Sci-Fi etc.)
       Industry panels for breaking into Comics, Anime, Animation etc…
       The FSC Costume Competition (with over $3,000 in cash and prizes)
     The FSC Cosplay Skit Contest
       Rumble Roses Cosplay Wrestling
       The Otaku Insomnia Rave
       Cosplay Deviant’s Hentai Cafe
       Cosplay RockBand
       Supercon Championship Wrestling’s “Supercon Mania!”
        The Smash Brothers 3000 Super Show
      Filmmaking workshops with Hershell Gordon Lewis
      The FSC Film Festival
        Live Musical Performances
        Live stand up comedy
       Over 100 video game stations
       Video game tournaments
      A 50,000 square feet exhibition room with over 400 booths and tables featuring vendors, celebrity guests, artists, filmmakers and exhibits.
 
Complete information on these and dozens of more events taking place all weekend can be found at www.supercon.tv
 
The convention hours of operation are:
FRIDAY, JUNE 18: 12:00PM – 2:00AM
SATURDAY, JUNE 19: 11:00AM – 2:00AM
SUNDAY, JUNE 20: 11:00AM – 6:00PM
 
FSC is located at The Double Tree Miami Airport Hotel and Convention Center,
711 NW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126. Discounted room rates for convention