The third annual Awesome Con convention will be returning to D.C. with the opportunity to meet William Shatner, best known for his role as Captain Kirk on the original “Star Trek” series. The convention will be held at the Washington Convention Center from May 29 to 31. Shatner leads a roster of celebrity guests that includes: Sean Astin (“Lord of the Rings”), Ralph Macchio (“Karate Kid”), Judith Hoag (“Ninja Turtles” and “Halloweentown” series), David Yost (“Power Rangers”), Brian O’Halloran (“Clerks”), Dana Snyder (“Squidbillies”), Emma Caulfield (“Buffy the Vampire Slayer”), Kristin Bauer (“True Blood”), WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins and Shatner’s former co-star George Takei (“Star Trek”). While the appearances of both Shatner and Takei are sure to delight the Trekkies, this will be the first Awesome Con since the death of Leonard Nimoy (Spock) back in February. Either way, next year will mark the 50th anniversary of Gene Roddenberry’s iconic 1966 TV series. Shatner is currently in the process of putting together a 50th anniversary tribute show, but the details remain a secret.
