Comics conventions

Comic Con 2023 is in the books.Photo: Frazer Harrison (Getty Images)San Diego Comic-Con 2023 is officially in the books and it was a weird one. For the first time in years, Hollywood’s presence didn’t dominate the event, thanks to studios failing to meet the demands of striking writers and actors. And so, when that big shining star goes away, what happens? Does SDCC just die? Or does the light extend to other places and make everything brighter?We’re happy to report it was the latter. This year’s Comic-Con was one of the…

Cosplayers Christopher Canole as Dude Vader, Faeren Adams as Dr. Strange, Derek Shackelton as Moon Knight, and Todd Felton as a TIE Pilot pose in front of Hall H at San Diego Convention Center on July 22, 2020 in San Diego, California. Photo: Daniel Knighton (Getty Images)Hall H, the biggest stage when it comes to news at San Diego Comic-Con—will close its doors a little early this year. Comic-Con International has confirmed that no panels will appear inside the iconic venue at this year’s convention, a rare moment for…