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• Revealed – The Dan Dare Radio Luxembourg Comic Strips by Philip Harbottle

  By John Freeman on 20 November 2018

  

  Regular readers of downthetubes will know we recently presented a rare “Lost Episode” from Radio Luxembourg‘s 1950s serial The Adventures of Dan Dare, with the permission of the Dan Dare Corporation. Its presentation, along with the previous discovery of other episodes, prompted… Read More ›

• In Review: Doctor Who – Kerblam!

  By downthetubes Guests on 20 November 2018

  

  WARNING – SPOILERS AHEAD…  Reviewed by Paul Mount UK broadcast: 6.30pm – Sunday 18th November Written by Pete McTighe Directed by Jennifer Perrott Guest starring Julie Hesmondhalgh and Lee Mack A mysterious message arrives in a package addressed to the… Read More ›

• In Review: Traces of the Great War

  By Joe Gordon on 20 November 2018

  

  Publisher: Image Comics (English Edition)/ Editions de la Gouttière (French Edition) Out: Now The Book: Traces of the Great War is a remarkable, original collection of 18 thought provoking graphic short stories bridging the past and present. Internationally-acclaimed comic book artists, graphic… Read More ›

• A True Inspiration: artist Lee Sullivan pays tribute to Mike Noble

  By downthetubes Guests on 20 November 2018

  

  Comic artist and illustrator Lee Sullivan, who worked with illustrator Mike Noble, who died last week but whose passing was announced yesterday, pays tribute to a legend…. Mike Noble was a supremely talented artist, and the most kind and gentlemanly fellow you… Read More ›

• In Memoriam: Look-In and TV21 artist Mike Noble

  By John Freeman on 19 November 2018 • ( 5 )

  

  We’re sorry to report the passing of veteran artist Mike Noble, perhaps best known for his work on the British weekly comics TV Century 21 – drawing strips such as “Fireball XL5“, “Captain Scarlet” and “Star Trek” and Look-In – working… Read More ›

• In Pictures: The Frank Hampson – The Man Who Drew Dan Dare Exhibition

  By John Freeman on 19 November 2018

  

  An exhibition of art by Dan Dare creator Frank Hampson at The Atkinson, in Southport, Lancashire – where both the character and Eagle comic were “born” in the 1950s – is on now until March, and it’s well worth a visit. The exhibition covers all aspects of… Read More ›

• Inksgiving – Tapas Comics annual campaign to support creators – returns tomorrow

  By John Freeman on 19 November 2018

  

  Inksgiving, a 48-hour event dedicated to giving love and support to your favourite comic creators on the Tapas digital comics platform, will take place from tomorrow, Tuesday 20th November, 12.00am PST and end on Wednesday 21st November 21, 11.59pm PST…. Read More ›

• In Memoriam: “Garth” Artist and editor John Allard

  By downthetubes Guests on 19 November 2018 • ( 6 )

  

  We’re sorry to report the passing of Garth artist and former Daily Mirror strip editor John Allard, an unsung hero in the character’s success, not just in Britain, but in terms of his popularity wherever his adventures were re-published across… Read More ›

• Crowdfunding Spotlight: Brigantia #2 by Chris Mole and Melissa Trender

  By John Freeman on 18 November 2018 • ( 1 )

  

  The second issue of Brigantia, a historical fantasy/adventure comic is a comics project from writer Chris Mole and artist Melissa Trinder, lettered by Aditya Bidikar, that you may want to check out on Kickstarter

• Artists sought for EU-funded Climate Change comic

  By John Freeman on 17 November 2018

  

  Paisley-based environmental organisation The Surefoot Effect has announced a search for artists to work on a 20-page comic, with a deadline for submissions at the end of this month.

• Stan Lee Tribute Day announced for Liverpool next weekend

  By John Freeman on 17 November 2018

  

  Liverpool’s retro gaming and video shop VideOdyssey has announced a Stan Lee Tribute Day next Saturday (24th November 2018) in aid of the Stan Lee Foundation. Paying homage to the Marvel legend who died earlier this week, expect an event… Read More ›

• Cosplay is Not Consent: Social Issues within the Cosplay Scene

  By downthetubes Guests on 16 November 2018

  

  The Cosplay Community as a whole is an incredibly open and welcoming place, everyone mucking in together to build a creative space where people can enjoy their hobby. But there are so still a lot of problems with social issues… Read More ›

• Roy of the Rovers, National Literacy Trust Team Up for 10,000 book giveaway

  By John Freeman on 15 November 2018

  

  Rebellion, the publisher of the 2018 Roy of the Rovers reboot, has teamed up with the National Literacy Trust this week to give away 10,000 books from the brand new series to reluctant readers across the United Kingdom. The return… Read More ›

• In Review: Doctor Who – Demons of the Punjab

  By Tim Robins on 15 November 2018

  

  WARNING – SPOILERS AHEAD… Reviewed by Tim Robins First UK Broadcast: Sunday 11th November 2018 Written by Vinay Patel Directed by Jamie Childs Guest starring Shane Zaza, Amita Suman and Hamza Jeetooa “What’s the point of having a mate with… Read More ›

• Monty Nero and Martin Simmonds “Death Sentence” is back, and here’s what to expect!

  By John Freeman on 15 November 2018 • ( 2 )

  

  Death Sentence Liberty #2 (and #1) is now live on Kickstarter until 13th December, written by Monty Nero (Titan, Marvel, Delcourt) with art by Martin Simmonds (Titan, Marvel, Black Crown, Vault Comics). It’s the third story in the series about an… Read More ›

• Stan Lee’s British Connections – the “Uncle Stan Collection” remembered

  By John Freeman on 15 November 2018 • ( 1 )

  

  In March 2000, London-based Comic Book Auctions took delivery of over one thousand US comics from one John Lieber, who lived near Bristol. The origin of these comics would prove a bit of a revelation… “He had explained to us that… Read More ›

• Forget Black Friday – enjoy a comics-inspired night at the museum in Glasgow instead!

  By John Freeman on 15 November 2018

  

  Glasgow’s Hunterian Museum is to host a free Comics Scotland event on Saturday 1st December 2018, with special guests including artist Frank Quitely. Night at the Museum: Comics Scotland is an exploration of Scotland’s illustrious history in the development of… Read More ›

• Untold Tales: Lancaster’s Musicians’ Co-Op the inspiration for a comic adventure

  By John Freeman on 15 November 2018

  

  Following up on the good news – locally, at least – that Lancaster City Council has pledged to work with the city’s Musicians’ Co-op to help secure their long-term future, revoking its eviction notice from a building much-loved organisation had occupied… Read More ›

• More Lakes Festival creator interviews focus for new Podcast

  By John Freeman on 15 November 2018

  

  The latest Lakes International Comic Art Festival Podcast is again bursting with interviews from the annual Lakes International Comic Art Festival in Kendal held last month, conducted by co-hosts Ian Loxam and Nikki Bates. Episode 40 includes  interviews with Canadian artist… Read More ›

• New Year, New Doctor Who Special – on New Year’s Day

  By Tim Robins on 15 November 2018

  

  The first Doctor Who special starring Jodie Whittaker as the Thirteenth Doctor will kick off 2019 in style with a New Year’s Day broadcast – a change from the traditional timeslot on Christmas Day. “We’re delighted the Doctor and her companions… Read More ›

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