NYCC: Access denied

Apparently the New York Comic-Con was so successful that they were turning away people at the door today. Per my friend Andre:

I got there at 11 and stood in a line that was a year long. A friend of mine overheard someone saying that they had some computer problems and were having trouble with ticket reservations. After waiting in line for about one hour, they told us they wouldn't be letting anyone else inside, because the fire marshall was concerned. Apparently there were way more people interested in the convention than they thought.

Jeff Parker blogged about today's insanity:

That was INSANE. I knew people were ready for a big show in Manhattan again, but no one saw that coming. People were pouring into the place like water and those without preregistered passes were turned away into the cold. Well, it wasn't really that cold, in fact it was sunny and nice outside, which no doubt helped.

Several Newsarama posters said they couldn't get in, either.

EDIT: The following has been posted on the NYCC website:

Due to large and unanticipated consumer participation at New York Comic-Com on Saturday, February 24th, show organizers have announced that on-site ticket purchase and registration for Sunday, February 25th is CLOSED. There will be NO on-site ticket sales for that day. Guests who have pre-registered for New York Comic-Con will be granted priority status and everyone who has already paid for a ticket is guaranteed access to the show.

Convention officials regret any inconvenience and dissatisfaction that some people may have felt as a result of overcrowding at the Javits Center on Saturday and they will quickly act to address these individuals’ concerns. The community of comic fans in New York City is strong and vibrant and New York Comic-Con looks forward to building a relationship with these fans that extends well into the future. The convention is grateful for the support and enthusiasm that led so many people to attend its inaugural event.