James D Smithey, Author at I Live In Dallas - Page 12 of 18

James Smithey is a teacher at a local DFW high school, father, and proud Texas native. In addition to these titles, he could also be considered a "countrified geek". James has a strong passion for gaming, movies, reading, sports, the outdoors, and traveling. He is also a writer for Screen Rant and his articles can be viewed at https://screenrant.com/author/james-smithey/

Cosplay, Celebrities, and More From Dallas Fan Days 2018

The monsoons finally parted this past weekend just in time for Dallas Fan Days 2018. The annual fall event was held at the Irving Convention Center and definitely did not disappoint. The convention brought actors ranging from Jaleel White to Karl Urban.

INTERVIEW: Breaking Free – Manu Bennett’s Rudis

INTERVIEW: Breaking Free - Manu Bennett's Rudis

Any actor can get in front of a camera and portray a hero or antagonist, but the best stories are those that are able to completely transform characters right before the audience’s eyes. These story lines develop a unique connection during the metamorphosis. Manu Bennett is one of the few actors that have successfully made […]

Screams® Returns To DFW

Screams® Returns To DFW

Temperatures in DFW are beginning to cool and fall is slowly creeping in, but fall isn’t the only thing lurking around the corner. There are only a couple of weeks left before terror strikes Waxahachie. Screams® is set to return on September 28th and they are doing it with a frightening new lineup.

INTERVIEW: Kevin Sorbo’s Journey From Demigod To God

INTERVIEW: Kevin Sorbo's Journey From Demigod To God

The name Hercules elicits images of sheer strength and power. For many of us that grew up in the 90s that image is also synonymous with Kevin Sorbo.

Halloween Is Nearing, But True Fear Strikes DFW In 2019

Halloween Is Nearing, But True Fear Strikes DFW In 2019

Texas Frightmare Weekend couldn’t wait for summer to end before leaking some of their 2019 celebrity guest list.

Dallas Fan Days 2018 Will Be Bringing A Sith Lord, Doctor, Vampire Slayer, And More!

Dallas Fan Days 2018 Will Be Bringing A Sith Lord, Doctor, Vampire Slayer, And More!

October will not only be ushering in fall to DFW, but it will also be bringing a wave of your favorite heroes and villains. Dallas Fan Days returns October 19-21 at the Irving Convention Center.

Mischief Managed: LeakyCon 2018 Review And Photos

Mischief Managed: LeakyCon 2018 Review And Photos

I can’t imagine that the Ministry of Magic is too pleased with the large number of wizards recently parading around downtown Dallas in front of muggles. This past weekend DFW hosted LeakyCon 2018, an annual Harry Potter themed convention.

INTERVIEW: Slytherin’s Scarlett Byrne Reflects On Her Role As Pansy Parkinson

INTERVIEW: Slytherin's Scarlett Byrne Reflects On Her Role As Pansy Parkinson

To many Harry Potter fans, the name Pansy Parkinson is held in contempt with the likes of Lucius Malfoy. Throughout her time at Hogwarts, Pansy continuously hurled insults at Harry and seemed to revel in making other students as miserable as possible. As a matter of fact, there is very little evidence in the books […]

America’s Favorite No-Maj, Dan Fogler, Visits With ILID

America's Favorite No-Maj, Dan Fogler, Visits With ILID

When Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them was initially announced, many Harry Potter fans were reasonably leery of the spinoff series. However, It did not take long after the film’s release before the new cast had successfully woven themselves into the wizarding world. Fantastic Beasts was able to differentiate itself from the original movies […]

INTERVIEW: Harry Potter’s “Perfect Percy” Discusses Wands, Food, and Guinea Pigs

INTERVIEW: Harry Potter's

The Weasley’s don’t exactly hold a prominent place in the wizarding society, but none seem to be as controversial as the infamous Percy Weasley. “Perfect Percy” is typically known for being an egocentric, power-hungry traitor to his family. Whether he is deserving of those everlasting titles is determined by whomever you talk to in the […]