Hal-Con 2016: Full Schedule

3:00pm ADT

Neptune Theatre School Workshop - All Ages

This 45 minute powerhouse of an improv class is all about the power of play! Come in Character! or we'll make one up! Action? Romance? Superpowers? Intrigue? Learn the tools of the narrative trade to make the best from your comically unique connections!

Henricus Gielis is an actor and improviser based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He has been involved with The Canadian Improv Games, Uncles Improv, Make 'Em Ups, Eat Local Improv, and has taught and performed all over Canada.

Friends

Neptune Theatre

Friday November 4, 2016 3:00pm - 3:45pm ADT
306 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity! Workshop

5:00pm ADT

Flash Mob Practice

When the happy is this huge, we dance! This will be our fourth year building an Epic Dancing Pile of Awesome. If you're interested in participating this year, please come by for the practice!

Presented by: Missie Brown

Friday November 4, 2016 5:00pm - 5:45pm ADT
306 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Fan-run

5:00pm ADT

Sketch Battle: Round 1

Want to see great artists face off in a battle of sketches? Please join us as Ben Templesmith and Mike Norton takes unique fan suggestions and turns them into works of art. Sure to contain good art, great conversation as the guests answers questions and talk about the industry, and unique give-aways.

Moderators

Tony White

Editor, Chapterhouse Comics

Speakers

Mike Norton

Comics

Mike Norton is the artist of many comic books and a co-founder of Four Star Studios (Four Star Studios). He's creator of the Eisner and Harvey award-winning webcomic, Battlepug (Battlepug) and co-creator of the critically acclaimed horror series, Revival... Read More →

Ben Templesmith

Comics

Ben Templesmith is a New York Times best selling artist and writer most widely known for his work in the comic book industry where he has received multiple nominations for the International Horror Guild Awards as well as the industry’s top prize, the Eisner Award. He also won a... Read More →

Friday November 4, 2016 5:00pm - 5:45pm ADT
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity!

7:00pm ADT

Fight the Dark Side

This is a battle of courage in Grande Parade (City Hall end) as hopeful masters of the Sith and Jedi acient weapons face off against one another. Pick a side and join in the fun.

Please note: only supplied weapons can be used.

Friday November 4, 2016 7:00pm - 8:00pm ADT
Grand Parade Argyle Street

All Ages Interactivity!

9:30pm ADT

Star Trek: The Dance

Set your phasers to party! and come out to celebrate Star Trek's 50th year in style at this Star Trek themed dance. From communicator lapel pins for the first 100 people, to Star Trek playing on the big screen and our own mini Quark's, we're hoping to celebrate this milestone in true Hal-Con fashion. Featuring the talents of Scott "DJ Skills" Rideout.

Come on out, it's only logical.

Halifax DJ, Scott "DJ Skills" Rideout, is the front-man for True North DJ Services. With performance credits ranging from Vancouver to South Africa, this award winning DJ loves blending solid party hits with a variety of surprises along the way. Whether you prefer the Holodeck, or the Cantina - come along and enjoy the ride!

Speakers

Scott "DJ Skills" Rideout

Halifax DJ, Scott "DJ Skills" Rideout, is the front-man for True North DJ Services. With performance credits ranging from Vancouver to South Africa, this award winning DJ loves blending solid party hits with a variety of surprises along the way. Whether you prefer the Holodeck, or... Read More →

Friday November 4, 2016 9:30pm - Saturday November 5, 2016 12:00am ADT
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity! Special Event

10:45am ADT

Sketch Battle: Round 2

Want to see great artists face off in a battle of sketches? Please join us as Leonard Kirk and Tim Seeley take unique fan suggestions and turns them into works of art. Sure to contain good art, great conversation as the guests answers questions and talk about the industry, and unique give-aways.

Moderators

Fred Kennedy

TV Personality

Fred Kennedy is a Kentville boy done good. After touring the country and getting fired from one radio station after another he finally landed in Toronto where he proceeded to work on radio again, only this time he also began working in television, hosting Fred at Night on Teletoon... Read More →

Speakers

Leonard Kirk

Comics

Leonard resides in Ontario and has been drawing comics since the early nineties. Beginning with titles including Planet of the Apes, Galaxina, Dinosaurs for Hire and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, he stuck with smaller publishers like Malibu Graphics before moving on to DC and Marvel... Read More →

Tim Seeley

Comics

TIM SEELEY is one of those “slash” people… a writer-slash- artist. He has drawn a number of different comic book series including G.I JOE, HALLOWEEN, WILDCATS and EXSANGUINE. His writing work includes NY TIMES bestselling HACK/SLASH, GRAYSON, BATMAN ETERNAL and the critically... Read More →

Saturday November 5, 2016 10:45am - 11:30am ADT
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Guests

11:00am ADT

Neptune Theatre School Workshop - Ages 7-12 years old

Friends

Neptune Theatre

Saturday November 5, 2016 11:00am - 11:45am ADT
306 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity! Kids Workshop

11:00am ADT

Flash Mob Dress Rehearsal

Saturday November 5, 2016 11:00am - 12:00pm ADT
Grand Parade Argyle Street

Interactivity!, Fan-run

12:00pm ADT

Improv in Gaming with Dorks in Dungeons

Are you wondering what improv comedy and roleplaying games have in common? Well now you can find out! The cast of Dorks In Dungeons will have you shouting "YES, AND!" in no time as we demonstrate how to improve your gaming sessions using the principles of Improv. Players and Game Masters alike will hone their collaborative storytelling skills using simple, easy to learn concepts that you can take home and share with your friends

Speakers

Dorks in Dungeons

Presenters

Dorks In Dungeons is an acclaimed show that blends fantasy roleplaying with improvised comedy, where adventures are built from audience suggestions and the fate of the heroes hangs on the roll of a 20-sided die!Now in their fifth season, the Dorks have shared the stage with such guests... Read More →

Saturday November 5, 2016 12:00pm - 12:45pm ADT
302/303 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Presenter | Workshop, Presenter

1:00pm ADT

Tattoo Contest/Q&A

Hal-Con will be hosting it's second annual tattoo competition this year brought to you by world renowned tattoo artist Kirt Silver. If you want to show off your tattoos and see if they can bring home an award here's your chance.

- In our first category we are looking to see your best Black and Grey tattoos.
- In our second category we want to see your best Color tattoo
- We also have a third award for the judges choice ( our favourite overall tattoo)

It is free to enter and there will be a first and second trophy awarded in both categories .So come see some of the great works of art collected by your fellow Hal-conions .

Rules: maximum entry of two tattoos per person per category .

Must be entered before judging starts (no late entries)

Speakers

Kirt Silver

Artist

Kirt Silver has gone from being a locally known talent to a world renowned Sullen Collective tattoo artist with a specialization in large custom work. His passion for the art of tattoo is reflected in his twelve year career. He has become well known for his internationally sought... Read More →

Saturday November 5, 2016 1:00pm - 2:30pm ADT
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity! Q&A

4:00pm ADT

Flash Mob

It's Saturday night - are you wearing your dancing shoes? Have you got some kick-ass moves? Are you a member of a group that has the groove? You wanna get funky? There's some cameo boogie opportunities in the Flash Mob Dance.

Saturday November 5, 2016 4:00pm - 5:00pm ADT
Grand Parade Argyle Street

Interactivity!, Fan-run

5:00pm ADT

Charity Auction

Welcome to the 7th Annual Charity Auction.

We’re proud to say that with donations of collectibles and merchandise from guests, sponsors, vendors and attending fans, we’ve raised close to $30,000 for various causes over the last six years. Please come to this year’s auction for your chance to bid on a variety of signed, exclusive items and help us meet our goal of raising $10,000 for the IWK and Kids Help Phone!

Moderators

Jeremy Webb

Moderator

Jeremy Webb returns as a Hal-Con moderator for his second year. In 2015, his Hal-Con career was cut dramatically short after a freak accident during the fundraising auction. Webb leapt from the stage to enthusiastically embrace a man who had been bidding high and often. Webb now knows... Read More →

Saturday November 5, 2016 5:00pm - 7:00pm ADT
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity! Special Event

6:00pm ADT

Geek Girls Awake-Over

Back for a second year, it's the Geek Girls Awake-Over! Instead of a sleepover, come hang out during the day with other nerdy girls. We'll discuss our favourite games, TV shows, comics, and more, and we'll talk about what our experiences are like in the geek community. Along with that, we'll have some silly party games, and you might even win some prizes! Open to all femme-identified folks.

Saturday November 5, 2016 6:00pm - 6:45pm ADT
306 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Presenter

10:00am AST

Cartoons and Colouring

Sunday mornings are famous for being relaxed, and recouping after a long week. And, while Saturday has long laid claim to the best cartoons, thanks to the internet, we can spread some of the relaxation and joy to our own Hal-Con Sunday morning.

Please join us for some cartoons and colouring!

Sunday November 6, 2016 10:00am - 12:30pm AST
306 Third Floor WTCC

All Ages Interactivity! Kids

12:00pm AST

Pokemon Bingo!

It's back! Join Team Rocket and the gang to catch some Pokemon in a Pokemon-themed bingo game. This year, some new Pokemon make an appearance with our new theme: Johto!

Sunday November 6, 2016 12:00pm - 12:45pm AST
302/303 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Fan-run

2:00pm AST

Neptune Theatre School Workshop - Ages 13-18 years old

Friends

Neptune Theatre

Sunday November 6, 2016 2:00pm - 2:45pm AST
306 Third Floor WTCC

Demonstration Interactivity!

2:00pm AST

Sketch Battle: Round 3

Want to see great artists face off in a battle of sketches? Please join us as Rossi Gifford, Richard Pace and Mike Rooth take unique fan suggestions and turns them into works of art. Sure to contain good art, great conversation as the guests answers questions and talk about the industry, and unique give-aways.

Moderators

Fred Kennedy

TV Personality

Speakers

Rossi Gifford

Comics

Rossi Gifford is the creator of the critically acclaimed fantasy series “Spirit Leaves” from ChapterHouse Comics, as well as being an in-demand illustrator and character designer. In addition to her comics and freelance assignments, she’s currently under contract as a concept... Read More →

Richard Pace

Comics

Richard stumbled upon The Fantastic Art of Frank Frazetta at an impressionable age and was left with no choice but to draw for a living thereafter. He studied Illustration at Sheridan College, where the instructors tried to dissuade him from a career in comics. In addition to making... Read More →

Mike Rooth

Comics

Mike Rooth is a Canadian Freelance Art Mercenary with an illustration career that spans two centuries. Rooth has created comics, pinups and variant covers for both independent creators and mainstream comic publishers alike (Image Comics' NAILBITER, THE WICKED + THE DEVINE, Dark Horse... Read More →

Sunday November 6, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm AST
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Guests

3:00pm AST

A Disney Sing Along

Who doesn't sing their favorite Disney song when ever it comes to their mind? Who doesn't get their friends to sing along as well? How doesn't love a good sing along?

Presented by: Sacha Jewell

Sunday November 6, 2016 3:00pm - 3:45pm AST
306 Third Floor WTCC

Interactivity!, Fan-run | Panel, Fan-run

4:00pm AST

Costume Contest

Welcome to the 2016 Hal-Con costume contest where anything is possible! We've had marriage proposals, heavy combat, acrobats and showcase the very best in costuming as well as performance talent. You never know what might happen, don't miss out on this exciting event!
If you are looking to enter the costume contest please visit the costume contest information page: Costume Contest Information

Sunday November 6, 2016 4:00pm - 6:00pm AST
Eastlink Stage Second Floor WTCC

Interactivity! Special Event