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Ithaca Comic Con Celebrates 60 Years of Batman '66
ITHACON 49 to host special panel on the iconic Adam West TV series
Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:05am
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ITHACON 49 celebrates 60 years of the Caped Crusader's most beloved on-screen incarnation with a special panel honoring the enduring legacy of Batman '66.Ithaca TodayITHACON 49, the nation's second-longest-running comic convention, will be celebrating the 60th anniversary of the classic Batman '66 TV series with a special 'Do the Batusi' panel featuring authors, editors, and artists who have contributed to the show's enduring legacy.
Why it matters
The Batman '66 series starring Adam West remains one of the most beloved and influential interpretations of the Caped Crusader, helping to cement the character's status as an American pop culture icon. ITHACON's celebration of this milestone anniversary underscores the show's continued relevance and impact, especially among devoted comic book fans.
The details
The 'Do the Batusi' panel is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th at 4:00 pm in the Klingenstein Lounge. Panelists include author Jim Beard, AHOY Comics Editor-in-Chief Tom Peyer, award-winning illustrator Dean Haspiel, and RetroFan Editor-in-Chief Ed Catto. Earlier that day, Beard will also be reading excerpts from his Bat-themed books.
- ITHACON 49 will take place on April 25-27, 2026 in Ithaca, New York.
- The 'Do the Batusi' panel is scheduled for Saturday, April 25th at 4:00 pm.
- Jim Beard's Bat-book reading is scheduled for April 25th at 1:30 pm.
The players
Jim Beard
Author of the ZLONK! ZOK! ZOWIE! and The Subterranean Blue Grotto Essay Series on Batman '66 and Gotham City 14 Miles.
Tom Peyer
AHOY Comics' Editor-in-Chief, co-creator of The Wrong Earth, and a contributing writer to DC's recent Batman '66 comic series.
Dean Haspiel
Award-winning illustrator and one of the artists of DC's Batman '66 series.
Ed Catto
RetroFan Editor-in-Chief, Founding Partner of Captain Action Enterprises, and a contributing writer and illustrator to The Subterranean Blue Grotto Essay Series.
ITHACON
The nation's second-longest-running comic convention, held annually in Ithaca, New York.
What they’re saying
“Batman, in his many incarnations, is an important part of pop culture, and celebrating this particular piece of history is always fun.”
— Ed Catto, ITHACON's Editor-in-Chief
What’s next
Tickets for ITHACON 49 are available now on the convention's website, ITHACON.org.
The takeaway
ITHACON's celebration of the 60th anniversary of the beloved Batman '66 TV series underscores the enduring popularity and cultural significance of the Caped Crusader, especially among devoted comic book fans who continue to embrace this iconic interpretation of the character.
