Buffalonians, get ready to say “Oh hai Mark” and welcome Greg Sestero to the North Park Theatre. Greg is an actor, filmmaker, and writer best known for his role as Mark in 2003’s cult classic The Room, and will be bringing the film’s 20th-anniversary celebration to the historic theater on August 17. This exciting event will include a live, in-person Q&A with Greg Sestero, an exclusive 30-minute behind-the-scenes documentary of the making of The Room, and an interactive screening of the movie, along with some other surprises. For fans of this “so-bad-it’s-good” staple, this is an occasion that cannot be…
Author: David Theriault
After enduring the pandemic for a few years, people are coming together once again. Large gatherings are making a comeback, which means that conventions are back in full swing. Nickel City Comic Con announced an indefinite postponement in December of 2021, but the celebration of all things nerdy returned to the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center on June 30th – July 2nd. Now officially operated by the same folks who run Niagara Falls Comic Con, Nickel City Comic Con brings tons of fun to local lovers of pop culture. Iconic movie and TV props were on display for photo opportunities, including…
There’s a surprising handful of comic book and tabletop gaming shops throughout Western New York. Each of them is worth going to because they all offer something unique. At the same time, there’s something quite special about Kingpin Comics & Gaming. Located at 3660 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo, Kingpin is a bright beacon that calls out to all gamers and comic book readers who are looking for a new go-to spot, to hang out, enjoy their hobbies, and meet new friendly faces. Upon walking into Kingpin, customers will immediately find a long wall of new comic books, as well as…
Bit Brigade, the band that performs rock covers of full NES video game soundtracks as a gamer speedruns the game live on stage, is coming to Buffalo. During their shows, the crowd gets to watch the gameplay of iconic retro games played in full while the band provides all the music for it. It’s an exciting and unique way to celebrate nostalgic video games while rocking out to great music. Photo courtesy Wikimedia Commons Typically, the goal of speedrunning a video game is to complete it in the least amount of time possible. However, there’s no need to worry about…
Whether it’s books, movies, video games, or any other form of art or entertainment, media conservation is important. These art forms are important pieces of culture and time capsules that help to represent the time and era they were created. Older movies have been re-released on Blu-ray or have made their way onto streaming services. Books are reissued and can receive newer editions. And decades-old music can be found on Spotify. However, the same can’t be said for video games quite yet. Video games occasionally get re-releases on more modern consoles, like with the Mega Man Legacy Collection being composed…
Since Star Wars changed how pop culture merchandising was seen and handled decades ago, there have been countless ways to re-fashion our favorite movies, TV series, and more. Whether it’s t-shirts, lunch boxes, beach towels, or collectibles, there are so many ways to celebrate and show off what we love. However, there could always be more. There’s no set rule that rocking a t-shirt or a hoodie with a character on it is the only way to demonstrate that you’re a fan of something. The proof? I’d like to introduce you to The Errant Stitch. The Errant Stitch, run by…
Movies, TV shows, and video games that we grow up with become part of who we are. They help shape us even if we don’t realize it. Just recall the sweet nostalgic feeling that we get when thinking back to the pop culture that surrounded us when we were younger. It’s always fun to interact with that nostalgic past, whether it’s by attending a 90s themed costume party or by seeing a movie based on something that we grew up with. Thankfully, there’s now a gaming store in Western New York that celebrates (more recent) bygone gaming eras and the…
“Virtual reality is the future of entertainment,” claims Western New York’s latest gaming venue. Vivid VR Arcade has a new location that’s even bigger and better, and its name is Orion’s Landing. Just like its sister location, Orion’s Landing has a huge focus on VR experiences. From finding your way through virtual escape rooms to hunting zombies, the experiences you can have in VR are endless. Orion’s Landing offers incredible VR games like House of Fear, Elven Assassin, and Job Simulator. There’s a game that fits anyone’s preferences at Orion’s Landing – each game takes advantage of high-powered PCs and…
If you’re new to the Buffalo area like I somewhat am, it can be hard to find others to game with. It’s pretty unfortunate since board games typically rely on being played by groups. Most people from the area are already a part of a gaming group, so once you even manage to find fellow board game fans and gaming stores that you like, it can be an even greater challenge infiltrating those pre-existing groups. Thankfully, though, a group exists to help anyone in or near Buffalo to find the gaming group that works best for them. Organized and moderated…
There’s far from a shortage of unique gaming shops in Western New York, but one particularly interesting game haven is Great Escape Adventures. They offer a massive and diverse selection of board games, card games, tabletop RPGs, miniatures, and more, along with a back room with table space for gaming and an exceptionally welcoming staff. They carry everything from Warhammer 40K to Fluxx. This isn’t dissimilar to the many other tabletop gaming stores in the area, but they do have their own characteristics that distinguish them from the rest. Great Escape Adventures’ name may have jumped out to you, as…