Fans from all walks of life are donning their capes and assembling their super squad for the ultimate pop culture event of 2019. Oz Comic-Con returns to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre next weekend on June 8th and 9th (Queen’s Birthday Weekend) featuring a stellar line-up of film and TV guests, comic artists, cosplayers and immersive activations from film studios and partners.
Bid farewell to Game Of Thrones and take your rightful place on Foxtel’s Iron Throne, stroll through the Comic District meeting some of the world’s best comic artists or take part in one of our many interactive panels and workshops. Marvel at the cosplay action all around as Melbourne’s cosplay community come together to showcase their incredible talent, as well as taking part in the Australian Championships of Cosplay.
The action-packed celebration will also feature exclusive gaming opportunities and a sneak peek at some of 2019’s upcoming film releases.
Below is the outline of the full guest and event content list:
TV & Film Guests
Dominic Sherwood (Shadowhunters)
Alberto Rosende (Shadowhunters)
Osric Chau (Supernatural)
Alexander Calvert (Supernatural)
Colton Haynes (Arrow)
Willa Holland (Arrow)
Tricia Helfer (Lucifer)
D.B. Woodside (Lucifer)
Ricky Whittle (American Gods)
Clare Kramer (Buffy The Vampire Slayer)
Rick Cosnett (The Flash)
Julie Ann Emery (Preacher)
Sam Witwer (Star Wars Franchise)
Carmella (WWE)
Comic Artists and Authors
BossLogic (Avengers Endgame Poster)
Nicola Scott (Wonder Woman)
Wayne Nichols (The Incredible Hulk)
Jorge Molina (Spider-Geddon).
Dean Rankine (The Simpsons, Rick and Morty)
Stewart McKenny (Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures)
Al Barrionuevo (Batman: Gotham Knights)
Tom Taylor (Friendly Neighbourhood Spider-Man)
Carla Wyzgala (Hidden Door Comics)
Christopher Sequeira (The Phantom: Phantom By Gaslight)
W Chew Chan (The Phantom)
Cristian Roux (Super Australians)
Michel Mulipola (Headlocked)
Andrew Constant (The Demon: Hell Is Earth)
Louie Joyce (Haphaven)
Thomas Campi (Joe Shuster- The Artist Behind Superman)
theCHAMBA (Street Fighter, Overwatch)
Gestalt Publishing
C.S Pacat (Captive Prince)
Astrid Scholte (Four Dead Queens)
Isobelle Carmody (Obernewtyn Chronicles)
Kylie Chan (Dragon Empire Trilogy)
Cosplay Guests
Ivy Doomkitty
Henchwench
Astrokerrie
Other event highlights:
- Hold the championship Title on Foxtel’s WWE wrestling ring, an opportunity to also meet WWE superstar Carmella;
- Snap the ultimate pose on Foxtel’s Iron Throne (this will be the last time anyone in Australia will be able to see it);
- Battle it out and stay energized at Dare Iced Coffee’s multistory gaming station;
- Escape near death with the release of Crawl – the movie; a photo opportunity that situates you on a rowboat surrounded by a school of alligators.
From local comic creators to international celebrities, Oz Comic-Con Melbourne has something for everyone, whether it be discovering something new or uncovering an old favourite.