2013 Calgary Comic Expo Thread ! 3 days of Nerdom!

[Wormius]

Yes. Weird Al was incredible. I haven't been that entertained for a long time.

As for the opening act, I thought the songs were good, but the music was kind of that generic grungy rock sound. Not that I should criticize, but if they came up with something more unique and catchy for the music, they could be up there on the "they might be giants" level, because the lyrics that I could understand were pretty clever.

[chemgear]

Anybody go today? How organized were they this year versus last?

[sa226]

Weird Al was great.

I laughed my ass off when security kicked the two people from the front who were dancing, just after the opening set guy encouraged people to come up and dance.

[sa226]

Originally Posted by Wormius

Yes. Weird Al was incredible. I haven't been that entertained for a long time.

As for the opening act, I thought the songs were good, but the music was kind of that generic grungy rock sound. Not that I should criticize, but if they came up with something more unique and catchy for the music, they could be up there on the "they might be giants" level, because the lyrics that I could understand were pretty clever.

Whatever man, "cozy pants o'clock" is a classic.

[SebC]

Originally Posted by chemgear

Anybody go today? How organized were they this year versus last?

Much better, but tomorrow is the real test.

[Bertuzzied]

Originally Posted by chemgear

Thanks H&L - thought they'd have it handy with the show floor section.

Dang it, so much for the majors coming out for this. We're getting more of the guests out but maybe future years for larger and better exhibitors.

Seriously, ING direct? The hell are they doing there? Isn't HMV out of business? Bert, you can't let HMV get more floor space than you!!

They have 2 booths i have 6.... haha

[Bertuzzied]

Weird Al was flipping awesome. I was in row 3 so when he was doing the water gurgling to Smells like Nirvana we got spit on by him! awesome!!!

Great concert and all the video segments were amazing. and are you kidding me? he took to the stage in his Fat costume!! Yo ding dong man. ding dong yo!

[Bertuzzied]

Originally Posted by chemgear

Anybody go today? How organized were they this year versus last?

Today even though it was sold out seemed not very packed at all. I guess there were lots of things going on for everyone to congregate in the main hall. Tomorrow should be fine too.

[FlamesAllTheWay]

Originally Posted by chemgear

Anybody go today? How organized were they this year versus last?

Can't say I went on a Friday last year (tried to get in saturday, went on sunday) but I went last night think it's pretty night and day as far as organization is concerned.

They've definitely learned from last years mistakes.

[TurnedTheCorner]

Chicago's C2E2 Con being on the same weekend probably has helped. It seems like last year was a real destination con for people to travel to, with the Star Trek cast and all.

[Nage Waza]

I am going today, hopefully things go smoothly.

I am thinking of figuring out a way to get into E3 next year, any tips?

[KTrain]

I'm in line right now and it's pretty big but should move jock once they open in 10-15 minutes.

The day could have been a lot worse if we had crap weather.

[cDnStealth]

Originally Posted by Wormius

Yes. Weird Al was incredible. I haven't been that entertained for a long time.

As for the opening act, I thought the songs were good, but the music was kind of that generic grungy rock sound. Not that I should criticize, but if they came up with something more unique and catchy for the music, they could be up there on the "they might be giants" level, because the lyrics that I could understand were pretty clever.

The opening act was awful and after they finished their set it was a full hour before Weird Al took the stage. What kind of opening is that? Weird Al puts on an entertaining show so I had a pretty great time even though I only know a few of his songs. The roadie standing on stage holding the harmonica was probably the best part of the show.

[3 Justin 3]

Originally Posted by Nage Waza

I am going today, hopefully things go smoothly.

I am thinking of figuring out a way to get into E3 next year, any tips?

E3? Pay a lot of money. I'm not positive, but if I remember correctly they closed it to the public a few years ago (and if there was public admin, it was like $500). Basically media only.

[Bunk]

Originally Posted by Wormius

Yes. Weird Al was incredible. I haven't been that entertained for a long time.

Argh. We went, but then three songs in got a text from my parents, who were babysitting our 5 month old, that we needed to come home. She woke up from her nap right after we left for the concert and was inconsolable for the next hour - just freaking out. Silly us, thinking we could go out without her and have fun.

[cDnStealth]

Originally Posted by 3 Justin 3

E3? Pay a lot of money. I'm not positive, but if I remember correctly they closed it to the public a few years ago (and if there was public admin, it was like $500). Basically media only.

Ya they downsized the event a few years ago and essentially made it media only. Why not go to PAX instead?

[Freeway]

Two days of good fun. Nice to see Bertuzzied once again.

[BlackArcher101]

Ugh, spent so much. Only Fillion's autograph remains, but the only one left is at 10am. Crap. Anyone know where to line up for the best chance at that?

[MrMastodonFarm]

Thought all autos were sold beforehand?

[Freeway]

Originally Posted by MrMastodonFarm

Thought all autos were sold beforehand?

Photo ops are pre-sold, autographs are sold day-of.