Los Angeles, Calif. (February 9, 2011)- The Comikaze Expo, along with Gamers United, will be hosting the “Awkward Embraces” Season 2 Premier Party at the Celebrity Vault Gallery in Beverly Hills on Feb. 18.
The Comikaze Expo, taking place on Nov. 5 and 6 at the Los Angeles Convention center, is the first-ever comic, sci-fi and fantasy expo to hit Los Angeles. As the first of many pre-event parties, Comikaze is proud to support “Awkward Embraces” as well as all local artists, writers, and actors.
The comedic web series, starring Jessica Mills, Lyndsey Doolen and Candis Phlegm, follows the dating adventures and mishaps of three geeky Los Angeles girls looking for love.
“We feel that it’s important to support local artists because Comikaze is about embracing Los Angeles culture,” said Regina Carpinelli CEO of Comikaze. “Our event is not designed solely for industry people and the hardcore fans, this is a community event. It’s an eclectic mix of geek culture and the Los Angeles lifestyle; we’re creating a red carpet geek event.”
Proceeds from the premier party will benefit Gamers United, a charity that donates games and comic books to local children’s hospitals. Guests are asked to bring a new comic book, video game or $10 donation to contribute to this cause.
“Partnering with Gamers United allows us to help children in need while spreading our love of gaming and comic books,” said Carpinelli.
Special guests in attendance will include avid gamer, actress and guest DJ Michelle Rodriguez, Indie 103.1 FM’s DJ Sara T., KXLU 88.9 FM’s DJ Bianca O’Blivion and Yahoo! Music’s Nicole Cifani, as well as the stars from “Akward Embraces,” Jessica Mills, Lyndsey Doolen and Candis Phlegm.
The event is open to the public and will begin at 8 p.m. Admission is free with a $10 donation, new comic book or video game. For tickets, please visit www.awkwardembraces2.eventbrite.com
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Sponsors of the event also include Los Angeles novelty company Crowded Teeth and local clothing label Love the Truth.
Complimentary beverages, raffle tickets and gift bags to the first to arrive will be provided to those who attend.
For more information about Comikaze, including ticket sales, please visit www.comikazeexpo.com
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About Comikaze
Comikaze Expo is the brainchild of siblings Regina and Mario Carpinelli, who grew up in Southern California. Since childhood, they’ve been immersed in a world of comics, gaming, horror, sci-fi, fantasy and anime. With the help of close friends Klaus Moeller and Shelle Mannion, this collective of family and friends have created the event that has always been missing from the city of Los Angeles. Comikaze is a large-scale, multi-media event that brings together the best in comics, video games, and television. The expo, set to take place Nov. 5 and 6 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, embraces all genres of comics and gaming including sci-fi, fantasy, horror and cult. You can learn more about Comikaze Expo at www.ComikazeExpo.com
Twitter: @ComikazeExpo
Facebook-Comikaze Expo Facebook
About Gamers United
Founded in 2007, Gamers United is an organization that brings the gaming community and industry together to show the positive aspects of gaming to the world. Each year, it continues to help organizations such as children’s hospitals and other companies in need of support. Many hospitals now use video gaming as a rehabilitative tool while other organizations use it as a method of entertainment for those who are unable to leave the confines of their home or hospital bed. Gamers United is dedicated to giving back and highlighting all the best in the video gaming world. More information on Gamers United can be found at www.thegamersunited.org
Twitter- @Gamers_United
Facebook- Gamers United
About Awkward Embraces
The web series follows the dating adventures and misadventures of three L.A. girls who prove that just because a girl is hot, it doesn’t necessarily follow that she has a man, or even that she’d know what to do with one if she got one. Jessica, the Star Trek/comic book geeky girl, seems to always say and do just the wrong thing at the wrong time to the wrong guy, proving that, “Nerdy girls need love, too.” More information about Awkward Embraces can be found at www.awkwardembraces.com
Facebook-Awkward Embraces
Twitter-@AwkwardEmbraces
About Crowded Teeth
Founded in 2004, Crowded Teeth is a clothing and accessory company created by Michelle Romo, a self-taught illustrator and designer. Her influences include Mid-Century, Japanese, and Scandinavian design and pretty much anything cute. For more information, visit www.crowdedteeth.com
Facebook- Crowded Teeth
About Love The Truth Clothing
Love The Truth Clothing specializes in affordable American made clothing. It aspires to make quality clothing while spreading a message of positivity and truth. The company was founded by Nicholas Shavat and partner Usman Jan, along with designer Olusola Sekoni. For more information, visit www.lovethetruthclothing.com
Twitter-@lovethetruth1
Facebook- Love The Truth
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