Introduction to the Reunion

The "Breakfast Club" cast is set to reunite for the first time ever in Chicago. This iconic reunion is part of the C2E2, Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, which kicked off on Friday. Ally Sheedy, Anthony Michael Hall, Emilio Estèvez, Judd Nelson, and Molly Ringwald are all in attendance, making this a historic event for fans of the film.

The Cast’s Schedule

C2E2 has announced that this will be "the first and only time ever" the full main cast will reunite in Chicago. The cast has already begun the festivities with autograph signings. According to C2E2’s website, there is a schedule of autographing sessions for Sheedy, Hall, Nelson, and Ringwald, with autographs ranging from $60-$70 and photo ops from $80-$90. A similar schedule for Estèvez isn’t listed, but his inclusion on the guests page notes he’ll be there all three days in the "autographing area."

A look at the autographing sessions shows Hall will also be in attendance all weekend, while Sheedy, Nelson, and Ringwald are expected to be at McCormick Place Saturday and Sunday.

Autograph Sessions and Panel

According to the posted schedules, four of the cast members will sign autographs beginning at 12:40 p.m. until about 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and again at about 4:40 p.m. that day. Their schedules align again on Sunday, with sessions beginning around 12:30 p.m. and 2:50 p.m. The cast plans to take the stage for a panel beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday.

The Significance of the Reunion

"Welcome to C2E2, Emilio Estèvez!" the convention wrote on Instagram. "For the first and only time ever, the full main cast of The Breakfast Club is reuniting in Chicago this April to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the film. Emilio (all days) joins Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy (Sat-Sun), Anthony Michael Hall and Judd Nelson (now all days!). Don’t miss this exciting and rare opportunity." Sheedy, Hall, Nelson, and Ringwald, who play Allison Reynolds, Brian Johnson, John Bender, and Claire Standish, respectively, in "The Breakfast Club" have made appearances together at comic-con and fan expos in the past. The inclusion of Estèvez, who played Andrew Clark, makes the occasion a rare and exciting reunion of the full crew.

The Connection to Chicago

And what better place than Chicago? "The Breakfast Club" was filmed in the Chicago suburb of Des Plaines at the former Maine North High School, which also made a cameo in Hughes’ "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off." This connection to the city makes the reunion even more special for fans.

Conclusion

The reunion of the "Breakfast Club" cast in Chicago is a historic event that fans won’t want to miss. With autograph sessions, photo ops, and a panel, there are plenty of opportunities to meet the cast and celebrate the 40th anniversary of the film. The significance of the reunion is not just about the cast coming together, but also about the connection to the city of Chicago, where the film was made.

FAQs

• Q: Who is attending the reunion?
  A: Ally Sheedy, Anthony Michael Hall, Emilio Estèvez, Judd Nelson, and Molly Ringwald are all attending the reunion.
• Q: Where is the reunion taking place?
  A: The reunion is taking place at the C2E2, Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, in Chicago.
• Q: What activities are planned for the reunion?
  A: The cast will be signing autographs, taking photos with fans, and participating in a panel discussion.
• Q: How much do autographs and photo ops cost?
  A: Autographs range from $60-$70 and photo ops range from $80-$90.