New York Comic Con Releases Panel Schedule

With the 2019 edition of New York Comic Con fast approaching, things are really starting to take shape and the schedule is looking pretty great so far!

As always, it's a huge date on the calendar for Star Wars fans as each fall, the galaxy's best and brightest descend on New York City for four days of Star Wars goodness!

The event takes place October 3rd - October 6th at the Javits Center in New York City and here's a look at some of Star Wars themed panels you can expect this year!

Star Wars Audiobooks: A Behind-the-Scenes Conversation

When: Thursday, October 3rd 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Where: Room 1A10 - Javits Center

Get the inside scoop on how the Star Wars audiobooks are recorded and produced with some of the biggest Star Wars authors, voice actors, and producers in the business! You'll hear from narrators including Marc Thompson and Euan Morton, among others in a tell-all panel moderated by Nick Martorelli (PRH Audio producer) about the new Star Wars titles they've worked on, how they create the characters, what it's like in the recording booth and how production builds different layers of voice narration, sound effects, and music into the final track.

Guests: Euan Morton, Nick Martorelli, Marc Thompson, James Monroe, Iglehart, Saskia Maarleveld

Bringing the Force to Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series

When: Thursday, October 3rd 1:30 pm- 2:30 pm
Where: Room 1A06 - Javits Center

From the depths of Darth Vader’s castle to the ancient mysteries of Mustafar, Vader Immortal lets fans explore the world of Star Wars as the hero of their own personal adventure. Join the creative team to learn how they created this canonical VR series that puts a lightsaber and the Force into your hands — and get an early glimpse of what’s to come.

Insight Editions Presents: These are the Books You Are Looking For: 2019's Most Anticipated Star Wars Books

When: Friday, October 4th 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Where: Room 1B03 - Javits Center

New York Times bestselling author Matthew Reinhart and his frequent collaborator Kevin M. Wilson are joined by fellow authors Chelsea Monroe-Cassell and Marc Sumerak to discuss the creation of some of the most anticipated Star Wars books of 2019. Hear how Star Wars: The Ultimate Popup Galaxy, Secrets of The Jedi and Galaxy's Edge: The Official Black Spire Cookbook were imagined and created.

Lucasfilm Publishing – Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away

When: Friday, October 4th 1:45 – 2:45 PM
Where: Room 1A21 - Javits Center

Storytellers from all over the galaxy come together to talk about what's next for Lucasfilm Publishing, including new & upcoming titles, as well as exciting reveals and announcements that will impact Star Wars publishing for years to come.

Guests: Cavan Scott, Justina Ireland, George Mann, Kate Cook, Zoraida Cordova

Join the Resistance! (Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker)

When: Saturday, October 5th 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Room 1A10 - Javits Center

Join authors Delilah S. Dawson (Phasma; Black Spire), Justina Ireland (Lando’s Luck; Spark of the Resistance), Rebecca Roanhorse (Resistance Reborn), Kevin Shinick (Force Collector), and Ethan Sacks (Comics miniseries Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge; Allegiance) as they discuss their new Star Wars projects with moderator Ashley Eckstein. Each story chronicles crucial events that build to the finale of the Skywalker saga in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Featuring entertainment by audiobook narrator Marc Thompson.

Hasbro Star Wars

When: Sunday, October 6th 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Where: Room 1A02 - Javits Center

Come Jedi and padawans alike! Fresh off the heels of Triple Force Friday, join the Hasbro team to discuss exciting new offerings from the full Star Wars line of toys, action figures and collectibles tied to the highly anticipated Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

Guests: Marla Sweeney, Patrick Schneider, Sam Smith, Sarah Carroll

Check back here as next time we'll look at some of exciting celebrities and artists that will be attending this year!

Expect more announcements as we get closer to the event so be sure to check www.newyorkcomiccon.com for the latest news, announcements, and updates!

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