Star Wars Events Guide for Comic-Con

During the whirlwind of activities at Comic-Con International in San Diego, CA this year, don't forget to take part in special fan events on Star Wars Evening, Thursday July 17, and Star Wars Day, Friday, July 18. Whether you want to see who wins the Star Wars Fan Film Awards and catch a fantastic live performance of the amazing Star Wars Trilogy in 30 Minutes on Thursday night or discuss movies, cartoons, comics, toys or books, meet Boba Fett over bagels or pick up an exclusive Clone Wars poster signed by Genndy Tartakovsky, there is an activity for every Star Wars fan to enjoy.

THURSDAY, JULY 17

8:3011:00 P.M.
Star Wars Fan Film Awards / Star Wars Trilogy in 30 Minutes Join your fellow fans for an all-new Comic-Con tradition in the making, a night of Star Wars fun watching the best Star Wars fan films of the year as voted by viewers at the Official Star Wars Fan Film Network, and selected by a panel of Lucasfilm and AtomFilms viewers and by George Lucas himself, who will present the main prize by video from Australia. Join host Jeremy Bulloch, the man behind the mask of legendary bounty hunter Boba Fett, and a number of presenters, as trophies, cash awards, and other special prizes are handed out. (For more info, click here.) Then see the smash hit live stage play Star Wars Trilogy in 30 Minutes, fresh from its long run at the Coronet Theater in Los Angeles. A huge success at Star Wars Celebration II last year, this may be your last chance in a while to take in this wonderful, wacky, truly abridged version of the classic trilogy. Room 20

FRIDAY, JULY 18 - STAR WARS DAY

10:3011:30 A.M.
Star Wars Online and LucasArts -- Comic-Con's Star Wars Day begins here! Do you really want to know what's going on Down Under on the set of Episode III? There's no better way than the daily set diary and webcam features of Hyperspace and the rest of starwars.com, as Lucas Online's Paul Ens will explain. Then let LucasArts's Haden Blackman immerse you in the Star Wars galaxy through the hot new Star Wars Galaxies and other exciting games. Room 9

11:3012:30 P.M.
Hasbro: Star Wars -- Star Wars Day continues as Hasbro unveils the look of its 2003 line of Star Wars action figures and vehicles, and highlight how they tie in to the major Clone Wars campaign from Lucasfilm. Also, what's on the drawing board for 2004? Any hints? Are we any closer to learning the fate of those mysterious Jedi Points? Ask questions of the company's Star Wars marketers and designers. Room 9

12:301:30 P.M
Dark Horse Comics: Star Wars -- Want to know everything about the surprising guest stars and plot secrets of Episode III? Sorry, not at this panel. But you will learn all about what's in store for Star Wars comics in the coming year! On hand will be an assortment of writers, artists, and editors from Dark Horse's Star Wars line, including Randy Stradley and Dave Land, to unveil future plans and to answer your questions. Remember, this is the line that's launched at least one on-screen Jedi! Room 9

1:302:30 P.M
Star Wars Fiction: New Jedi Order -- Join fan-favorite authors Troy Denning, Greg Keyes, and Matt Stover -- and perhaps some surprise guests -- in a look at the five-year arc of The New Jedi Order series of Del Rey novels as it draws to a conclusion. Will the Yuuzhan Vong ever truly be defeated? Or are we in for a shocking surprise? Room 9

2:304:30 P.M
Lucasfilm Star Wars Road Show -- The Clone Wars have begun: What's next? Join Lucasfilm's head of fan relations, Steve Sansweet, and a galaxy of guests to get the latest reports on Star Wars: Episode III, and so much more. What's up Down Under as production proceeds? See an exclusive report from the Episode III set and hear from George Lucas, Producer Rick McCallum, and "tour guide" Anthony "C-3PO" Daniels. What to do until 2005? The Clone Wars are upon us, in an animated television micro-series, comics, novels, videogames, toys, and online materials. Find out all about it from the people most involved, including animation superstar Genndy Tartakovsky of the Cartoon Network. Expect lots of treats, some surprises, and a chance to ask probing questions. Room 20

4:305:30 P.M
Star Wars Fiction: How Do They Keep it Straight? -- It's called "continuity," and keeping the ever-expanding Star Wars galaxy coherent and related is a big job, shared by Lucasfilm, its authors, artists, and licensees. Find out from the folks who do it how many times they've awakened in a cold sweat over a misplaced rancor or dewback. Room 9

6:007:30 P.M
Cartoon Network: Star Wars: Clone Wars -- Star Wars Day at Comic-Con concludes with this sneak peek at a new facet of the legend: On Friday, November 10, Cartoon Network unveils Star Wars: Clone Wars, a micro-series from Genndy Tartakovsky, creator of Dexter's Laboratory and Samurai Jack. Star Wars: Clone Wars continues the saga where the live action feature film Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones left off -- at the beginning of the Clone Wars, an epic civil war that pits the Galactic Republic against a vast Separatist movement led by the forces of evil. As Clone Wars unfolds, the valiant Jedi Knights lead the Republic's Clone Army against many new and ruthless adversaries across the galaxy. These new characters, epic battles and intricate stories will add an exciting new dimension to the Star Wars saga. Panelists include Genndy Tartakovsky, producer/director; Paul Rudish, art director; Scott Wills, art director, Bryan Andrews, storyboard artist; and Mark Andrews, storyboard artist. Room 6CDEF

SATURDAY, JULY 19

7:30-9:00 A.M.
Official Star Wars Fan Club Breakfast -- Get a convention-exclusive silver Boba Fett figure while you meet Boba Fett actors Daniel Logan (Attack of the Clones) and Jeremy Bulloch (ESB and ROTJ), along with guests from Lucasfilm, Hasbro and the Fan Club. This event requires separate registration. See this link for details. Marina Ballroom D at San Diego Marriott Hotel and Marina, 333 West Harbor Drive. (One block from the San Diego Convention Center )

Star Wars-related exhibitors:

• Chronicle Books (1331)
• Code 3 Collectibles (4236) - Place an order for the die-cast Millennium Falcon and receive an exclusive 3D Falcon crystal.
• Dark Horse Comics (2415)
• Del Rey (1747)
• DK Publishing, Inc. (4137)
• Gentle Giant Studios, Inc. (2215) - Get your convention-exclusive blue Clone Trooper mini-bust and win a chance to be scanned for a personalized mini-bust.
• Hasbro (3515) - Pick up a free Star Wars Short Story Collection booklet.
• LucasArts (4131)
• Lucas Online (4234) - Join starwars.com Hyperspace and receive an exclusive Clone Wars poster.
• Master Replicas (4139)
• Paizo Publishing (4145) - Get your convention-exclusive silver Boba Fett action figure.
• The Anthony Grandio Company (4135)
• Wizards of the Coast (3715)

Click here for a full list of Comic-Con Exhibitors.

Star Wars VIPs signing autographs:

Actors:

• Margo Apostolos, actor (Ewok in Return of the Jedi )
• Kenny Baker, actor (R2-D2 in the entire Star Wars saga)
• David Barclay, actor (Jabba Puppeteer for Return of the Jedi )
• Garrick Hagon, actor (Biggs Darklighter in A New Hope)
• Mercedes Ngoh, actor (Rystall in Return of the Jedi Special Edition)
• Felix Silla, actor (Ewok in Return of the Jedi)

• Mark Hamill, actor (Luke Skywalker), is scheduled to appear at an exclusive signing event at Booth #129 (Wonderful World of Animation Art) in connection with his role as the Joker in the animated Batman series

Authors:

• Greg Keyes
• Troy Denning
• Matt Stover
• R. A. Salvatore

Click here for a full autograph schedule.