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Universal Studios Hollywood Celebrates with Traditional Holiday Favorites, “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and “Grinchmas,” Beginning Thursday, November 28 and Running Daily through Sunday, December 29

10/21/2019

 
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It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas as Universal Studios Hollywood
Celebrates with Traditional Holiday Favorites,
“Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and “Grinchmas,”
Beginning Thursday, November 28 and Running Daily through Sunday, December 29
 
Special Holiday Events Included in the Price of Admission
to Universal Studios Hollywood
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Universal City, California – October 21, 2019 – The whimsical spirit of the holidays transforms Universal Studios Hollywood into a winter wonderland bringing merriment and cheer to families and friends this festive season as the theme park ushers in seasonal favorites, “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and “Grinchmas,” beginning Thursday, November 28 and running daily through Sunday, December 29, 2019.

An annual family tradition, “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” adds holiday warmth and cheer to this beloved land as the quaint town of Hogsmeade village is enchanted with seasonal décor uniquely themed to each of the individual storefronts and a dazzling light projection spectacular brings the iconic Hogwarts™ castle to life.

As night falls on Hogsmeade village, “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts™ Castle” illuminates Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry with colorful imagery and impressive dimensional animations that dance across Hogwarts castle in tandem to a musical arrangement from the Harry Potter movies.

Musical performances from the a cappella Frog Choir, comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant throaty frogs, entertain guests with their harmonized holiday themed songs and fill the land with holiday cheer.

In time for the holiday season, a wide selection of custom-made Christmas ornaments created especially for “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will be available. Collectibles include a decorative Hogwarts castle snow globe, Hogwarts crest and mascot ornaments representing each of the four houses, wizard card ornaments, unique tree topper and house pennant garland.


Holiday-themed fare and hot Butterbeer further complement the overall experience.

An all-new state-of-the-art, topsy-turvy “Grinchmas” tree, twisting and turning over 55 feet in height and adorned with hundreds of ornaments and thousands of white and multi-colored LED lights choreographed to music, brightens the merry “Grinchmas” Who-lebration. Dazzling “Grinchmas” tree lighting ceremonies that take place every evening, accompanied by a snowfall flurry, bring this annual favorite to life, creating a festival of fun fit for The Grinch, his faithful dog Max and a roster of Who-ville Whos.

Spirited holiday décor and festive whimsy will also permeate throughout the theme park, bringing a crew of very merry and mischievous Minions to “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” to gleefully spread Christmas cheer to visitors of all ages.

Universal CityWalk’s spectacular 40-foot tall Christmas tree will once again glisten with 200,000 LED icicles choreographed to the lights and sounds of the season as the magic of the holidays comes to life in the “5 Towers” outdoor plaza along with a slate of free concert performances and an eclectic ensemble of talented street performers.

CityWalk’s iconic, dancing water fountain with over 230 individual power jets will continue to mesmerize guests when it projects streams of choreographed water into the air complemented by red and green LED lights and an array of holiday-themed music.

The holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood is included in the price of theme park admission. 

With so much to see and do at Universal Studios Hollywood, the California Neighbor Pass makes the perfect holiday gift, providing guests with the opportunity to experience 175 days of fun for $149 when purchased online. Visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com for more details. Blackout dates and restrictions apply.

More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

Admission to Universal CityWalk is free. More information available at www.CityWalkHollywood.com.
 
About Wizarding World
More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 93⁄4 at King’s Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling.
 
For today’s growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe — past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity.
 
About Dr. Seuss
Theodor Seuss Geisel is quite simply the most beloved children’s book author of all time. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1984, three Academy Award, two Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and three Caldecott Honors, Geisel wrote and illustrated 45 books for children. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. While Theodor Geisel died on September 24, 1991, Dr. Seuss lives on, inspiring generations of children of all ages to explore the joys of reading. For more information about Dr. Seuss and his works, visit seussville.com.
 
About Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood is The Entertainment Capital of L.A. and includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Attractions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™”, and the new mega attraction “Jurassic World—The Ride.” Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons Ride™” and DreamWorks Theatre featuring “Kung Fu Panda Adventure.”  The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television production studio where they can also experience such thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” and “King Kong 360 3D.” The adjacent Universal CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex also includes the all-new multi-million dollar, redesigned Universal CityWalk Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres, and the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert stage.

THE OFFICIAL PASADENA COMIC CON IS COMING BACK TO THE PASADENA CONVENTION CENTER ON JANUARY 19TH, 2020!

10/18/2019

 
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Pasadena Comic Con (aka Pasadena Comic and Toy Show) is returning to the Pasadena Convention Center for its 6th year. But now, the show is excited to announce that it has grown! PCC is moving out of its former home in the Conference Center and is setting up across the way in the Ballroom! This year, Pasadena Comic Con will be bigger, grander, and feature a larger selection of retail exhibitors, artists, guest artists, and celebrity talent.

Tickets for the PASADENA COMIC CON (Pasadena Comic and Toy Show) are officially on sale through ShowClix. This single-day event will take place Sunday, January 19th 2020 and will feature a full programming schedule, activities, a cosplay contest. 

Celebrity guest and panel announcements TBA closer to the event.


Tickets are on sale now! $15 early bird 9am entry, $10 general admission.


Kids 12 and under are free!


Tickets:
https://www.showclix.com/event/pasadena-comic-con-FVuNu7z


Official Website:
http://pasadenacomiccon.com/


Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/pasadenacomiccon/


Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/838979169832622/


Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/pasadenacomiccon/


PASADENA COMIC CON,
which is a joint partnership between veteran show runners Steven Wyatt and Scott Zillner of Neoscott Productions and Troublemakers Services, is celebrating its 6th year in action. From its start, the show has been an exciting destination for patrons all over Southern California, and the 2020 show will only be bigger and better. With a host of spectacular celebrity guests and special high-profile industry panelists, the PASADENA COMIC CON is a show that no fan of conventions, expos, or pop culture shows will want to miss. 

Conventions and Events by Steven Wyatt:
  • Bakersfield Comic Con
  • East Bay Comic Con
  • Mouse-Con
  • Big Wow Comicfest
Conventions and Events by Scott Zillner and Troublemakers Services:
  • Simi Valley Toy and Comic Fest
  • Sac Toy Con
  • Ventura Toy and Comic Expo
  • Robo Toy Fest
  • Japan World Heroes
  • Power Morphicon
  • Power Morphicon Express
  • Megabit Game Expo
  • Toon-Con
  • Sexy Cosplay Con
For the full portfolio of services and events, visit Troublemakers Services.

Watch as Ghostbusters Legends Dan Aykroyd and Ivan Reitman Prove They Ain’t Afraid of No Ghosts in the All-New Halloween Horror Nights Maze!

10/9/2019

 
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Universal Studios’ “Halloween Horror Nights” is the ultimate Halloween event. For more than 25 years, guests from around the world have visited “Halloween Horror Nights” to become victims inside their own horror film.  Multiple movie-quality mazes based on iconic horror television shows, films and original stories come to life season after season. And, the streets of each park’s event are transformed into highly-themed scare zones where menacing scare-actors lunge from every darkened corner.
 
“Halloween Horror Nights” runs on select nights through Saturday, November 2 in Orlando and select nights through Sunday, November 3 in Hollywood. For more information about “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, visit  www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.
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Universal CityWalk Expands Its Eclectic Dining Options with Newest Restaurant Additions, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana and VIVO Italian Kitchen

10/7/2019

 
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CityWalk Just Got More Delicious
 
Universal CityWalk Expands Its Eclectic Dining Options with Newest Restaurant Additions, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana and VIVO Italian Kitchen, Serving Up Fine Cuisine in a Casual Environment
Universal City, CA, October 7, 2019 – Helmed by seasoned executive chefs, Universal CityWalk’s newest restaurants, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana  and VIVO Italian Kitchen invite guests to savor an array of culinary concepts, as the popular destination expands its scope of dining options designed for the discerning palates of Angelenos and out-of-town visitors alike.

With eye-catching traditional Mexican décor in bold hues of oranges, greens and pinks, and complemented by striking, hand-painted murals,  Antojitos Cocina Mexicana sits at the heart of CityWalk, bringing an aesthetic vibrancy to the destination. 

Spearhead by Executive Chef Gian Caterina who hails from Brazil, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana serves up fresh ingredients—diced, marinated and grilled—to perfection.
Antojitos features open space seating, private dining rooms and an outdoor patio where guests are serenaded by live musical performances from local Latin artists and mariachi bands.  A large centerpiece bar serves as a new trademark of the restaurant and features over 150 tequilas from around the world, a variety of spirited sampling flights, a selection of handcrafted cocktails and margaritas and cold cervezas served on tap.

The substantial menu features such delectable items as Guacamole Trio and Chips, including signature guacamole, pomegranate guacamole with queso fresco and pepita guacamole with jalapeños and lime salt; Carnitas Nachos (crispy pork carnitas); Queso Fundido (melted Oaxaca, Chihuahua and cotija cheeses); Chicharrones de Pollo (crispy chicken bites, chili lime salt); Elote (street corn) and Sopa de Tortilla, to name a few. 

Flavorful tacos, made from hand-pressed tortillas, include Carne Asada (tequila marinated steak), Al Pastor (tender pork), Pollo (achiote braised chicken), Chorizo con Papas (ground chorizo with crispy potatoes), Birra de Res (six-hour braised beef), Baja Snapper (crispy fish) and Vegan Chorizo, all served with Mexican crema, refried or black beans and Mexican red rice.

Diners can enjoy a sampling of enchiladas that includes Molé (braised chicken), Rojas (braised beef) and Verdes (three blended Mexican cheese) flavors, or they can opt for any of these as a standalone entrées.

Desserts, the celebratory finale of every good meal, includes such decadent sweets as Chocolate Hazelnut Cream Bar, a trio of Coconut, Pear and Mango Sorbet, traditional Flan and Churros.

Antojitos also caters to dietary restrictions, offering vegetarian options.

Situated within a sleek, modern setting, VIVO Italian Kitchen boasts an open expo kitchen and prides itself in serving heirloom family recipes as part of each carefully prepared meal.

Featuring both indoor and al fresco dining and serving an array of palate pleasing lunch and dinner menus, VIVO’s signature dishes come to life under the stewardship of Executive Chef Cyndi Tran, whose culinary training translates to the creation of fine Italian cuisine with such menu items as Tuscan kale and white bean soup, creamy garlic mushroom sauté, mussels marina, house-made meatballs, a variety of Paninis, tempting hand-tossed, hearth baked pizzas and a selection of innovative twists on classic pastas favorites.
Warm homemade Italian bread with its crusty exterior and soft, chewy interior, grace each table as diners peruse the menu. Decant homemade desserts include such tempting treats as Chocolate Zucotto Vasi, Ricotta Cheesecake, Tiramisu and homemade Gelato, accompanied by signature rosemary infused homemade butter cookies. A full bar featuring a variety of Italian-inspired cocktails, conceptualized by an expert mixologist, can be enjoyed at the bar or with dinner in addition to a broad wine selection to complement every meal.

The arrival of Antojitos Cocina Mexicana and VIVO Italian Kitchen mark the ongoing celebration of CityWalk, which has boosted the city’s rhythm with a variety of memorable experiences for 25 years.  With the introduction of new restaurants, including popular eateries Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville  and Voodoo Doughnut, shopping experiences and the state-of-the-art multi-million dollar renovation of the Universal Cinema, the spotlight continues to shines brightly on Universal CityWalk as one of L.A.’s most influential lifestyle centers.

Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, VIVO Italian Kitchen and Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville all accept reservations, and cover a percentage of valet parking at CityWalk.

More information about Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Hollywood is available at www.CityWalkHollywood.com and  www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Regular updates can be found on Universal Studios Hollywood’s Twitter @UniStudios, Facebook-Universal Studios Hollywood and Instagram @UniStudios.
 
Universal Studios Hollywood is The Entertainment Capital of L.A. and includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Attractions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™”, and the new mega attraction “Jurassic World—The Ride.” Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons Ride™” and DreamWorks Theatre featuring “Kung Fu Panda Adventure.”  The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television production studio where they can also experience such thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” and “King Kong 360 3D.” The adjacent Universal CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex also includes the all-new multi-million dollar, redesigned Universal CityWalk Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres, and the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert stage.

WRESTLING SUPERSTAR JON MOXLEY AND WWE HALL OF FAMER AMY 'LITA' DUMAS JOIN THE 2020 REVOLUTION!

10/2/2019

 
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NYC,  October 2nd, 2019 - Comic Con Revolution, the Inland Empire’s own full-scale family-friendly comic con is proud to announce wrestling superstars Jon Moxley and WWE Hall of Famer Amy 'Lita' Dumas, joining the Comic Con Revolution family when CCR returns to the Ontario Convention Center on Saturday, May 16th and Sunday, May 17th, 2020.

Jon Moxley is currently signed to wrestling’s hottest brand, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and the current IWGP United States Champion in New Japan Pro Wrestling. Moxley has held over 20 championship titles all over the world during his professional wrestling career. WWE fans will remember Moxley as Dean Ambrose, one third of the dominant group known as The Shield. He’ll be making a rare meet-and-greet appearance in California at Comic Con Revolution. Pre-orders for autographs and photo ops will be available soon.
Amy Dumas, better known by her ring name, Lita is also scheduled to attend Comic Con Revolution.  She performed as a wrestler with WWE from 2000 to 2006, then went on to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2014. Lita has made many marks on the wrestling industry but her most trailblazing moment came in December 2004 when she, along with Trish Stratus, became the first woman to main event Monday Night Raw. Amy continues to make appearances for WWE as a legend. Fans will not want to miss out on meeting this icon of women’s wrestling.

“Wrestling and comics go hand-in-hand,” said CCR’s James Ross. “In building our 2020 show we wanted to offer all our comics fans who love wrestling as well a chance to meet two of the biggest names in the business.”

Jon Moxley and Amy 'Lita' Dumas will be part of the entire CCR weekend along with popular comics creators and entertainers soon to be announced.

Guest list includes: Christ Arrant, Chiara Bautista, Sandy King Carpenter, Ming Chen, Kevin Conroy, Gerry Conway, Brandon Easton, Carlos Ferro, Maile Flanagan, John Glover, Michael Golden, Gene Ha, Larry Hama, Beverly Johnson, Angel Medina, Jonboy Meyers, Dustin Nguyen, James O'Barr, Carla Perez, Whilce Portacio, Andrea Romano, John Romita, Jr, Mairghread Scott, Jim Shooter, Cat Staggs, Arthur Suydam, Angi Viper, Renee Witterstaetter, Timothy Zahn with many more guests to be added in the coming months.

Order your tickets to Comic Con Revolution today at www.ccrtix.com.

Location:
Ontario Convention Center
2000 E Convention Center Way
Ontario, California 91764
 
Hours:
Saturday May 16th, 2020 – 10am (9am with advance ticket purchase) – 7pm
Sunday May 17th, 2020 – 11am (10am with advance ticket purchase) – 5pm


For more information go to http://www.comicconrevolution.com/ontario.

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