Weekend of the Dead

This is the official account for the Weekend of the Dead!

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

WOTD are pleased to announce first time attendee. The Broccoli Zombie!!! Jeff Monahan, Jeff has been 5 Romero Incl. Bruiser & The Dark Half. Jeff has never made an appearance outside of the US so this is a great opportunity to hear about his work with George.

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

Marty Schiff is our 10th & final guest.
Marty played a part in the biker gang that appeared alongside Tom Savini’s character “Blades”. He famously started and ended the pie fight.
Please give a warm welcome back to one of the most supportive people to WOTD!!! #Romero #Zombies

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

We are extremely pleased to bring Mark back to Manchester.
Along with playing Beeftreats Mark also played characters in George’s other films Creepshow and Knightriders.
https://t.co/oJdhoBpmtO

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

WOTD welcomes back Howard Sherman aka our hero “Bub” from Day of the Dead. The celebrations in Manchester will be special so make sure you don’t miss out. Come & say “Hello to aunt Alicia”. Day is celebrating its 40th anniversary so come and celebrate with us!!! #Romero

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

Released 2pm today via our website.
Are you ready?
Please remember you need an entrance ticket to attend our aftershow.
https://t.co/oJdhoBpmtO #Romero #Horror #zombies #ghouls #WOTD

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

WOTD is proud to announce the first time European appearance of Jennifer Baxter. Jennifer appeared alongside Boyd Banks & Eugene Clark in Land of the Dead as the memorable #9 zombie. Her ripped mouth sfx makeup looks truly amazing The Dead are rising in Manchester one more time

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

We are excited to announce the 3rd guest for WOTD! Shawn Roberts played “Mike” in Land, “Tony Ravello” in Diary & “
Wesker”, in Resident Evil. Check out his IMDB page for his other credits. The Finale of the Dead is taking shape so join us for one final time. #Romero

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

Boyd Banks can’t wait to meet you all at #WOTD2025!! The dead will rise again in Manchester at the @InnsidebyMelia! Will you be there? Tickets available now at https://t.co/oJdhoBpUjm
#Romero #Zombies #Horror

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

Give a BIG #WOTD25 welcome to Big Daddy himself Eugene Clark!! Eugene joined WOTD waaaaaaay back in 2016, so it’s great to have him join us again.

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

Join us in welcoming Boyd Banks to #WOTD25. This first guest for our 10th anniversary show is knocking out of the park!! With turns in Land, Diary and Bruiser he is a #Romero fan much meet!!

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Keep your eyes peeled for more of exciting news & hit up https://t.co/oJdhoBpUjm for early bird tickets. Secure your place & see the dead rise again in Manchester #romero #zombie #horror #WOTD25 🧟

[@Garf_Europe @GARF_Europe]

Have you picked up your copy of @DanielDKraus #Romero collaboration? #paidthepiper? It’s available in the UK now. Be sure to check it out.

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

This incredible piece of artwork created by @GrahamHumphrey8 is available to pre-order at £10 per print! Limited to 100 numbered & signed by Graham.
We expect this poster to be highly sort after.
Show attendees will get first dibs so make sure you secure yours! #zombie #Romero

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

The finished poster is a real thing of beauty. Featuring all the 2024 guests and subtle references to both Night & Dawn. It’s a must for any #Romero fan. Prints signed by @GrahamHumphrey8 will be exclusively available at the show.

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

The @GrahamHumphrey8 #WOTD24 poster art is ready for the final touches. See Graham’s FB post for the details. We couldn’t be happier with the result & hope you like it too. Prints will soon be available at https://t.co/oJdhoBpmtO

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

The #WOTD24 poster by @GrahamHumphrey8 is coming along ghoulishly nicely. 🧟🧟‍♀️🧟‍♂️ #Romero #Zombies #Horrorart

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

@LostReelsUK @GARF_Europe @GrahamHumphrey8 Neither can we. Grahams work is always extra special 🧟‍♀️☺️

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

The wonderful @GrahamHumphrey8 is once again producing our show poster and as always is set be amazing. Here’s a teaser sketch, that allows us to see the creative process. We will keep posting these until the big final reveal. #WOTD24 #Romero #zombies #HorrorArt #Horrorfam

[Weekend of the Dead @weekenddead]

Randy Kovitz can’t wait to meet the UK fans in November. Randy last appeared at #WOTD in 2018 so it’s a visit a long time coming. Drop the Dawn merch you’ll get Randy to sign here and be sure to bring some cigarettes! #Romero #Zombie #Dawn