NEW YORK COMIC CON REVEALS VIP PACKAGE
VIP PACKAGE AND ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Norwalk, CT, March 11, 2008: The New York Comic Con (NYCC) today revealed that a VIP Package as well as Ultimate Experience tickets are now available to attendees to enhance their time at NYCC. New York Comic Con is the second largest popular culture event in the United States and features guests including Neil Gaiman, Mike Mignola, Grant Morrison, and T.M.Revolution.
New York Comic Con's day and weekend passes provide attendees admission into the event, access to the Exhibition Hall, IGN Theater, and all regular panels, screenings, and autograph sessions, but for fans who want to make the most of their time at NYCC, the show's creators have crafted a series of exclusive packages that give attendees more access and exposure to the show's biggest names. NYCC's premium packages feature offerings including reserved seating, extended hours, guaranteed autographs, an exclusive reception, and an evening cruise with over 200 of NYCC's guests.
These premium packages are available exclusively at newyorkcomiccon.com, and their availability is extremely limited.
"A ticket to New York Comic Con provides everything a casual fan will need," Show Manager Lance Fensterman said. "But for die-hard fans who live and breathe comics, who crave more, we're very happy to offer our Ultimate Experience and VIP Packages. These premium packages provide once-in-a-lifetime opportunities that fans will treasure forever."
NYCC ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES AND VIP PACKAGE
The Comic Creator Cruise
Join the industry's hottest talent for an exclusive ticket on board the Comics Creator Cruise. Setting sail Friday, April 18 at 8:00 PM from the piers right behind New York Comic Con, this exclusive cruise will feature over 200 of the best and brightest talents in the comics world today in an unprecedented one-on-one ultimate experience for fans. $300.
An Evening with Neil Gaiman - Reading Event and Auction
Join celebrated author Neil Gaiman for selected reading of his works followed by an exclusive Q&A with the Mr. Gaiman. The event will conclude with a Live Auction to benefit the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. $20.
An Evening with Neil Gaiman - Reception
This exclusive reception admission includes a gift bag from CBLDF, the opportunity to meet Neil Gaiman and receive two signatures, and preferred seating at the reading which immediately follows this reception. $500.
Grant Morrison Autographing Experience
Join Guest of Honor Grant Morrison for a Private Autographing Session. Bring up to three (3) pieces. $200.
Mike Mignola Autographing Experience
Join Guest of Honor Mike Mignola for a Private Autographing Session. Bring up to three (3) pieces. $200.
Bryan Hitch Autographing Experience
Join Guest of Honor Bryan Hitch for a Private Autographing Session. Bring up to three (3) pieces. $200.
Arthur Suydam Table-Side Chat Experience
Join Featured Guest Arthur Suydam for a table-side chat at his Artist Table, get up to (3) pieces autographed and receive an original signed poster as well. $100.
VIP Package
NYCC's VIP Package includes some of this year's best merchandise and swag -- but even better -- gives the VIP extended access to the show. Longer hours! No lines! Reserved seats! They're all yours if you're a VIP. $400.
The VIP Package includes...
- Special VIP/ All Access Weekend Pass
- Access to the Exhibit Hall Friday morning during Professional Hours
- Skip the line with access to the Professional Entrance all weekend long
- Exclusive Marvel Lithograph (1st 100 will be signed by Joe Quesada)
- Priority seating in the IGN Theater for all events
- Marvel Secret Invasion T-Shirt
- Fantastic Four Variant Comic
- Advance ticket mailing
- Iron Man Bust
ABOUT NEW YORK COMIC CON:
New York Comic Con is the East Coast's biggest and most exciting popular culture convention. Our show floor plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. Our panels and autograph sessions give fans a chance to interact with their favorite creators. Our screening rooms feature sneak peeks at films and television shows months before they hit either big or small screens. And with dedicated professional hours, New York Comic Con is a market place, bringing together the major players in the entertainment industry. New York Comic Con is the second largest pop culture convention in America and the only one that takes place in the comic book, publishing, media, and licensing capital of the world -- Gotham City. Further information can be found at newyorkcomiccon.com.
ABOUT REED EXHIBITIONS:
Reed Exhibitions is the world's leading events organizer. In 2007 Reed brought together over six million industry professionals from around the world generating billions of dollars in business. Today Reed events are held in 38 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, and organized by 39 fully staffed offices.
Reed organizes a wide range of events, including exhibitions, conferences, congresses and meetings. Its portfolio of over 500 events serves 47 industry sectors, including: Aerospace & aviation, automobiles, building & construction, electronics, energy, engineering, entertainment, environment, food & hospitality, gifts, healthcare, IT, jewelry, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, property, manufacturing, medical education, packaging & converting, printing & visual communication, security, sports & recreation, travel.
Working closely with professional bodies, trade associations and government departments Reed ensures that each and every event is targeted and relevant to industry needs. As a result, many Reed events are market leaders in their field.
Reed Exhibitions is part of Reed Elsevier Group plc, a FTSE-100 company and world-leading publisher and information provider. In 2006, Reed Elsevier made adjusted profit before taxation of £1,052 million on turnover of £5,398 million.
