The Whomping Willows (known in human form as Matt Maggiacomo) began playing wizard rock in 2004 at a house party with Harry and the Potters and Draco and the Malfoy. Several years later, he began pursuing wizard rock full-time and has never looked back. He has played over 700 shows as the Whomping Willows and sold 10,000 albums. He also serves as Executive Director of The Harry Potter Alliance and is on the Board of Directors of Uplift.
Sessions in which Matt Maggiacomo participates
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- Critical Fandom: How to Critique a Franchise You Love Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center - Phoenix Room (A201/202)
- 3:15 PM CDT - 4:15 PM CDT | 1 hour
- In recent years, the Harry Potter franchise has made some controversial decisions that left some fans confused or even upset. How do we cont...
- Panel
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- Wizard Rock Concert Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center - MainStage (Ballroom A)
- 8:00 PM CDT - 11:30 PM CDT | 3 hours 30 minutes
- Whether you're a long-time fan or a new listener of music about the Wizarding World, come rock out at our annual Wizard Rock Concert, featuring:...
- Special Event
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- Harry Potter is My Job Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center - Charms Room (A130/131)
- 3:15 PM CDT - 4:15 PM CDT | 1 hour
- Hear from fans who turned their passion for all things Potter into a career. Learn about their work life, how they integrate The Boy Who Liv...
- Panel