NBCUNIVERSAL PRESENTS PEACOCK LIVE!
A FIRST-EVER FAN EVENT CELEBRATING THE BEST
OF ITS ICONIC ENTERTAINMENT PORTFOLIO
 
Features a Variety of Interactive Experiences and Talent Panels
with Access to Universal Studios Hollywood
 
Click Here to Purchase Tickets to Peacock Live!

December 18, 2019 – New York – NBCUniversal has announced Peacock Live!, an immersive and interactive two-day fan festival showcasing the best of the company’s past, present and future. Taking place March 28-29, 2020 on the legendary Universal Studios backlot, Peacock Live! will give fans insider access to the latest and greatest film, television, sports, lifestyle and theme park experiences from NBCUniversal. 
 
Peacock Live! ticketholders will receive general admission entry to Universal Studios Hollywood, including exclusive after-hours park after dark access throughout the weekend, offering ticketholders the rare opportunity to enjoy the theme park after it closes to the public.
 
Peacock Live! will engage guests in a variety of NBCUniversal platforms with interactive activations, photo opportunities, celebrity panels and more, and feature content from NBC’s hit television shows, Universal Pictures’ upcoming film slate, NBC Sports’ biggest event of the year, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and a glimpse at how Universal Parks & Resorts bring special events and thrill rides to life. The event will also feature original props and costumes from extensive archives, and offer an exclusive sneak peek of the company’s new streaming platform, Peacock.
 
Early bird tickets are on sale now at www.PeacockLive.com. Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members can purchase tickets to Peacock Live! at a specially-priced rate at www.UniversalPassMember.com.
 
The initial programming lineup of Peacock Live! includes:
 
From NBC:
“TODAY” – Stop by and say “hello” to the one-and-only Al Roker; put yourself behind the TODAY news desk and create a #MyTODAYPlaza shout-out that may be featured on an upcoming show.
 
“American Ninja Warrior” – Choose your adventure on obstacles inspired by NBC’s hit competition show. Kids and adults can compete on a family-friendly race through a seven-obstacle inflatable Ninja Warrior course, or test their ninja skills on full-sized obstacles seen on the show.  
 
“The Voice” – Take a seat – and a spin – in the iconic red coach chair from NBC’s Emmy Award-winning musical competition series for a fun GIF or photo.
 
“Ellen’s Game of Games” – Play the fan-favorite “Hot Hands” game from Ellen DeGeneres’ hit primetime show.
 
From NBC Sports:
2020 Tokyo Olympics – In celebration of skateboarding and sport climbing making their Olympic debuts this summer in Tokyo, watch skateboarders give a preview of Olympic-sized tricks, and sport climbers race to the top of the wall – fans can even harness up and give it a go themselves.
 
From Peacock:
An exclusive preview of NBCUniversal’s upcoming streaming service Peacock, plus panels and meet & greets, fan giveaways and more.
 
From Universal Pictures:
“Fast & Furious” – Explore the largest vehicle collection ever assembled from the “Fast & Furious” franchise, complete with props and costumes. Plus, see new vehicles from the latest film installment. Dennis McCarthy, Picture Car Coordinator for the franchise, will be on-site to talk about how these vehicles are created.
 
“Trolls World Tour” – Be one of the first to experience “Trolls World Tour” before it hits theaters, only for Peacock Live! guests at Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood. Meet and greet with Poppy, Branch and Guy Diamond – and transform into a Troll with a once-in-a-Trollstime photo experience.
 
“Minions: The Rise of Gru” – A special immersive experience tied to “Minions: The Rise of Gru,” the latest installment of Illumination’s Despicable Me franchise, the highest-grossing animated film series globally. The new film arrives in theaters July 3.
 
From Universal Parks & Resorts:
Ticketholders will receive entry to Universal Studios Hollywood throughout the weekend, including exclusive park after-hours access and insightful panels, such as:
 
“Halloween Horror Nights” – Meet the creative team behind the world’s most successful Halloween event, gain insight to the filmmakers with which they collaborate and learn how iconic horror films come to life as interactive, dimensional haunted houses and mazes.
 
“The Making of a Theme Park Attraction” – How does a global blockbuster film franchise like “Jurassic World” become a mega-hit theme park thrill ride? Guests will have a chance to hear first-hand from the creative minds responsible for bringing favorite films from the silver screen to groundbreaking, next-generation thrill rides.
 
From Universal Studios Backlot:
Celebrate the legacy of NBCUniversal with props, costumes and sets on the legendary backlot where your favorite films and shows were shot, and where new favorites continue to be made. Step onto the legendary New York Street with sets like Courthouse Square and go behind-the-scenes to become part of the action.
 
Additional programming, scheduled appearances and more will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, visit www.PeacockLive.com.
 
About NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience.
 
NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a suite of leading Internet-based businesses. NBCUniversal is a division of Comcast Corporation.

Universal City, CA, December 3, 2019 – Decadent desserts, artisanal milkshakes and eclectic culinary inspirations are signature creations of Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen™, an original concept restaurant, opening at Universal CityWalk in 2021.

The visually stunning eatery will arrive to Universal CityWalk bringing an extensive menu of brunch, lunch and dinner items, sumptuous milkshakes and desserts and delectable confectionary treats to L.A. residents and guests visiting from around the globe.

​Hearty items will feature palate pleasing twists on classic steaks, seafood and pasta entrees to gourmet burgers and sandwiches and all-day brunch.

The arrival of Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen marks the ongoing celebration of Universal CityWalk and will be located adjacent to the popular Universal Cinema and joins recent dining establishment additions, including Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, VIVO Italian Kitchen, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and Voodoo Doughnut.

The spotlight continues to shine brightly on Universal CityWalk, one of L.A.’s most influential lifestyle centers, which has boosted the city’s rhythm with a variety of memorable experiences for over 25 years.

More information about Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Hollywood is available at 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. 

POMONA, CA - December 3rd, 2019 - A new decade is just around the corner, and so is ANIME Impulse as it prepares to enter 2020 for its 5th year convention. Making its highly anticipated return to the Pomona Fairplex, ANIME Impulse looks forward to welcoming attendees from across the anime fan community and beyond once again with open arms.

This year, ANIME Impulse is eager to debut two new features at its event: the Cosplay Showcase and the Cosplay Avenue. During dedicated hours, attendees cosplaying from the likes of Demon Slayer, My Hero Academia and Fire Emblem can join with fellow fans and gather in front of ANIME Impulse’s mainstage together in full costumed glory, a perfect photo opportunity for participants and spectators alike. If attendees are looking for a more lowkey space for photos, then the Cosplay Avenue is ideal. A unique row of specially curated photo sets awaits cosplayers, providing memorable and eye-catching backdrops for pictures.

Making a grand return this coming January includes a multitude of beloved highlights from ANIME Impulse’s convention event. Once more, attendees can look forward to meeting a variety of guests from across the anime fan community and industry. Cosplayers, influencers, voice actors--fans will have the chance to meet their favorite guests in a mellow and friendly atmosphere. From featuring them on its flourishing YouTube channel, ANIME Impulse is delighted to have Fire Emblem: Three Houses voice actors Joe Zieja (Claude von Riegan) and Chris Hackney (Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd) as part of its 2020 guest list.

As always, entertainment, shopping and food is ever bountiful at ANIME Impulse, and 2020 will absolutely be no exception. The mainstage will be the place to check out lively performances, engaging panels and the Cosplay Contest. Across the vast space of the Fairplex, attendees can join the Cosplay Parade as part of a unique Lunar New Year Celebration, engage in fast paced 3D action at the Gaming Corner, marvel at the itasha showcase, and more. If attendees are looking to splurge, then ANIME Impulse’s stacked Vendor Hall and Artist Alley are a must. When lunch, dinner, and snack time approach, food options will not be lacking in the slightest with a plethora of 80+ food booths awaiting everyone and all.

About ANIME Impulse

ANIME Impulse is a thrilling two day anime convention brought to you by the creators of KTOWN Night Market, The EAT Show, and Asian American Expo. The event will take place at the Fairplex in Pomona, CA on January 18-19, 2020. Tickets can be purchased at tickets.animeimpulse.com

ANIME Impulse 2020 Event Details
Date: January 18-19, 2020
Location: 2118 N White Ave Pomona, CA 91768
Admission Fee:

• Online: $12 for a 1-Day ticket, $20 for a 2-Day ticket
  
• At the door: $12.00 1-Day Ticket, $24.00 2-Day Ticket
  

URL: www.animeimpulse.com