Dragon Con reps say that despite the SAG-AFTRA strike, the show will go on

A parade participant dressed as a "Star Wars" Stormtrooper reaches out to children during the annual Dragon Con sci-fi and fantasy convention on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/ Ron Harris)

When listening to Dan Carroll speak on his fondest memories of attending past Dragon Cons, you would think he is reminiscing about a family reunion rather than a multimedia convention.

“You get to find those people who love those things that you already love. They love the same comic books, the same genres … and you can be with those people and talk about things that you wouldn’t be able to talk about and your day-to-day world,” he said.

Dragon Con brings together fans of television, movies, comics, gaming and more. And getting to see a much-loved actor of close is often a highly anticipated part of the experience.