Lion Forge Entertainment has lots of plans for New York Comic Con at the Javtis Center this weekend. The lineup includes parties, signings, cosplay and more!
Their Saturday panel is the main event, where their creative team will feature new Iyanu footage, plus a major announcement. Iyanu the animated series launches on Cartoon Network, Max, and Showmax in 2025.
Friday October 18th
SonicBoomBox Party
Friday, 10/18/2024
8:00 PM- 2:00 AM
Spin: 48 E. 23rd Street
Join us for an unforgettable night at the Sonic Boombox Unofficial New York Comic Con Afterparty, where you’ll get a sneak peek of the opening sequence of Iyanu, featuring the theme song performed by Nigerian Afropop superstar Yemi Alade. Experience her signature energy in this highly anticipated 2025 series.
Plus, enjoy the chance to win exciting prizes from the upcoming series, play ping pong, dance to Afrobeats, and more! Don’t miss out on this epic night of fun and fandom!
Saturday October 19th
The official IYANU Panel!
Saturday 10/19/2024
12:30PM – 1:30PM
Jacob Javits Convention Center, 429 11th Ave
Room 406.3
Be among the first to experience new footage of the upcoming 2025 series Iyanu.
This is an opportunity to dive into the journey of Iyanu, from story development to voice casting and directing, alongside key members of the creative team.
Hear firsthand insights from:
- Roye Okupe – Creator/EP
- Paula Gammon Wilson – Voice and Casting Director
- Darnell Johnson – Episodic Director
- Karama Horne – Host and LFE Integrated Marketing Lead
- Brandon Easton – Story Editor
Book Signing
Saturday 10/19/2024
2:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Showfloor Booth #4542
Roye Okupe, creator of the “Iyanu: Child of Wonder” is signing copies of his hit graphic novel series
- Roye Okupe -Creator/EP
- Brandon Easton – Story Editor
Book signing sponsored by Lion Forge Entertainment and Blerd.com
Meet and Greet
Saturday 10/19/2024
3:30 PM- 4:300 PM
Blerd Booth #45831
- Roye Okupe – Creator/EP
- Paula Gammon Wilson – Voice and Casting Director
- Darnell Johnson – Episodic Director
- Karama Horne – Host and LFE Integrated Marketing Lead
- Brandon Easton – Story Editor
Giveaways, prizes and more!
LAN Party & Blerd NYCC After Party
Saturday October 19th
8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
OS Gaming Lounge, 50 Bowery
Get ready for an epic night of fun, music, gaming, and giveaways at OS NYC Gaming Lounge
Sponsored by the upcoming animated series Iyanu, this event is hosted by Fantastic Frankey, Shonen Showdown, and Brianna, Blerd’s AI VTuber.
Groove to the tunes of FreeSoulSociety while you game and connect with fellow fans! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable NYCC after-hours experience!
Discover more from Graphic Policy
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Source: Graphic Policy
