Overall a Great experience despite a couple small bumps
by ConFamily2023 on 11/9/23Amica Mutual Pavilion - ProvidenceCONS: Celebrities showing up late and leaving early. VIP lines for some celebrities not being done in a fair way. A general admission who got into the event at 10am should not get to see the celebrity before a VIP who has been waiting in line (over an hour) for that celebrity since 9am! Some celebrities were crammed in so close to the walkway that not many people could get in line before the line was capped for safety reasons so people could walk by. Celebrities who change their pricing DURING the event! Celebrities who don't post their prices before the event because they KNOW they are charging too much. Maybe have a limit of 1 at a reasonable price, then more for additional items. My child couldn't get a $20 toy signed by Carl Weathers because Carl wanted $300 for a signature on a toy. Very sad and disappointing experience but a good life lesson I suppose. My child budgeted for this event and felt it was a kick in the stomach. some celebrities are just there for the money. PROS: Majority of celebrities were very friendly, interactive and kind. My family only went to one panel but it was amazing. Loved that there were food trucks outside the event buildings. JSA certification for autographs available on every floor in case someone wants to do that. Jenna Frank (daughter of Jason David Frank) who we observed being so genuine and taking so much time with each person who went to see her. So many celebrities/voice actors who you could tell were appreciative of their fans and humble. This is what it is all about! It was a memorable Rhode Island Comic Con for sure! We'ill definitely go back.