CCXP23 is scheduled to take place between November 30th and December 3rd
The long awaited day has arrived! In addition to starting sales for this year’s edition of CCXP, during the press conference held this Thursday, the 6th, the event presented the first novelties for the 10th anniversary edition of the largest pop culture festival in the world, which will take place between the 30th of November and the 3rd of December in São Paulo.
Among the great news revealed, the confirmed presence of two important guests on the Thunder Stage stands out: Tyler HoechlinSuperman from the “Superman & Lois” series, and Bruce Dickinson, lead singer of Iron Maiden. At Artists’ Valley by BIS, are also confirmed Joshua Cassara, Eduardo Risso and, in partnership with Skript Editoria, the Senegalese artist Juni Ba. Tickets are now available for purchase through the event’s official website (https://www.ccxp.com.br/).
Big stars on the Thunder Stage
One of the first attractions confirmed at CCXP23 is the American actor Tyler Hoechlin, known for having lived Derek Hale in “Teen Wolf” and Clark Kent in the series “Superman & Lois”. He will be on the Thunder Stage on the 2nd and 3rd of December, in addition to participating in the CCXP “Photos & Autographs”, a package that gives fans the chance to get closer to their idols and immortalize the moment. Dates, times and prices will be announced in the future.
The other confirmed name was Bruce Dickinson, lead singer of Iron Maiden. For the first time in an event of its kind in the country, the singer will participate in a panel at Palco Thunder, on 11/30, to talk about his career, his creative process and his close relationship with pop culture. It is worth remembering that, with universes that are totally interconnected, Iron Maiden is a recognized figure within pop culture, mainly for the mascot Eddie the Head and songs that integrate the soundtrack of several films and series of the last 4 decades.
What’s New at Artists’ Valley by Bis
In 2023, Artists’ Valley by Bis will be in a new location within the pavilion, remaining close to the entrance to the event. Known as the heart of CCXP, the space also has an increase in capacity, being able to accommodate up to 32 more comic artists.
Ivan Costaone of the founders of CCXP and curator of Artists’ Valley By Bis comments on the change, stating that “It is no exaggeration to say that practically everything we know about pop culture began in comics. And CCXP’s experience could not be different: it starts with the comics. This change of space will allow direct and immediate contact of the public with more than 500 comic artists right at the beginning of the event”.
However, for CCXP just good news is not enough and the festival is proud to announce the presence of three big names of global relevance:
- Joshua Cassara, an exclusive comic artist for Marvel Comics, considered one of the most talented self-taught North American artists. Currently ahead of the X-Men at Casa das Ideias, Joshua is responsible for great stories such as ‘X Lives of Wolverine’, ‘Venom’, ‘The Sentry’, and ‘Falcon’. As an illustrator, he also produced the covers of X-Force and Planet of the Apes.
- Juni Ba, which comes in partnership with Skript Editora. Born in Dakar, Senegal, the artist is an award-winning cartoonist, author of ‘Djeliya’ by TKO Presents. His newest work, ‘Monkey Meat’, will be released in Brazil during his visit to CCXP. He currently designs covers and illustrates short stories for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Marvel and DC comics.
- Eduardo Risso, an old friend of CCXP fans, is back at the festival to celebrate this 10-year mark. The Argentine has as some of the great works ‘Dark Night: A True Batman Story’, with Paul Dini, ‘Batman: Black & White’, ‘100 Bullets’ and ‘Sgt. Rock vs The Army of the Dead’, with Bruce Campbell. Furthermore, Edward is a three-time winner of the Esiner and Harvey Awards.
Change also on the Ultra Stage
In previous editions, the Ultra Stage was located on the SP Expo mezzanine, now it will be together with the other stages on the festival’s showfloor. Known for its diverse programming, ranging from lectures and panels with directors and producers from all segments, to exclusive releases of films, series, comics and books.
collectibles
Iron Studios is also completing 10 years, as well as CCXP. In celebration of this very special date, four iconic pieces were selected that were part of Iron’s history, and which will now be reproduced once again, but in 1/10 scale. This is a tribute not only to licenses but also to fans and collectors.
SOCIAL ADMISSION
This year, the festival adopted the value donation format at the time of purchase. With only R$10.00 (amount already added to the final price), the public will have to invest a maximum of 60% of the total price. All funds collected will be used to fight hunger, through a partner institution of the event, the NGO AMIGOS DO BEM. Donation is mandatory when purchasing a Social ticket, but visitors/persons/consumers who purchase other types of tickets (half-price and full-price tickets) may also make a voluntary donation at the time of purchase. All tickets have limited availability.
Source: Recreio
